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Sparks in Time Episode 10: Inauguration Day
On January 20, 2021 by adminSometimes we get a front row seat to history. How do we capture it?
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Sparks in Time Episode 9: Confessions of a Pantser
On August 17, 2020 by adminMaybe it’s that I am getting old and tired, or maybe it’s because 2020 has been so emotionally and physically exhausting. Either way, I am ready to go to the dark side and give outlining a sincere effort. Yes, I am going to walk a mile in the shoes of a Planner.
Historical Fiction . Sparks in Time . Writing
Sparks in Time Episode 8: For the Love of History
On July 20, 2020 by adminMany historical fiction fans love the genre for the love of history. But it turns out, balancing history and story is harder than it looks.
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Sparks in Time Episode 6: Juneteenth and the History We Are Not Taught
On June 22, 2020 by adminThere is a history we are not taught. Like all histories, it is the one written by the victor. And like all histories, it is one that is repeated because we didn’t learn from it. In fact, we didn’t learn it at all.
Historical Fiction . Irish History . Sparks in Time . Writing
Sparks in Time Episode 5: Storytellers
On June 8, 2020 by adminStorytellers are the traditional keepers of Celtic history and culture and can be a fantastic character to help transport a reader back in time.
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Sparks in Time Episode 4: Memorial Day and Living Memory
On May 25, 2020 by adminThis Memorial Day episode discusses living memory and approaches for using personal history in writing.
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Sparks in Time Episode 3: August 1914
On May 11, 2020 by adminInterested in reading and writing historical fiction? Try Sparks in Time, a blog for historical fiction fans.
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Sparks in Time Episode 2: The Stepney Spare
On April 27, 2020 by adminHow did they change a flat tire in 1914? Learn about the Stepney spare and discover some tips on incorporating history into your writing.
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Sparks in Time Episode 1: Easter Rising, April 1916
On April 13, 2020 by adminPerhaps no other event looms as large in 20th century Irish history than the ill-fated Easter Rising of April 1916. Learn about this event and read some tips for incorporating history into your writing.
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Sparks in Time: A New Blog Series For History Fans
On April 9, 2020 by adminDo you love to write or read historical fiction? Sparks in Time is a perfect place to go for information and inspiration for your next creative project.