A Dash of Romance

Flash Fiction Writing

This post discusses the techniques and arc of flash fiction writing.

Charades, Riddles, and Literary Societies in Georgian England

My first protects from wind and my second from earth, while my whole cures boredom of mind. How familiar are you with 18th century charades?

Homosexuality and Gender Identity in the 18th Century

Good golly, Miss Molly! Would it shock you to learn there was a vibrant gay culture in the 18th century?

Fetes, Samhain, and More: Autumn Traditions in Georgian England

Did someone say trick or treat? Let's explore the autumn traditions and customs during the Georgian era.

News, Gossip, and Marriage Ads: Newspapers in Georgian England

This research section explores the newspapers of the 18th and early 19th century.

Writing Implements of the Georgian Era

Writing was a popular pastime in the 18th century, not only for novels but also for journals and letters.

Racial and Ethnic Diversity in Georgian England

For this research discussion, I'd like to focus on celebrating Black lives in the late 18th and early 19th century England.

Breach of Promise: Broken Engagements in the Georgian Era

What might happen if the hero met the heroine after engaging himself to another woman?

Coffeehouses & Tearooms of Georgian England

Before the quintessential tearoom, we had coffeehouses. You might recall that our hero Sebastian in The Earl and The Enchantress...

Paullett Golden