Supernatural Brownie Recipe September 18th Last month, we celebrated my daughter's birthday by hosting an Afternoon Tea party. Although most of ... Recipes
British Blooms and Books May 23rd Hello, gentle reader, and welcome to the second annual British Blooms and Books giveaway! This week, ... Giveaways, Gothic Romance, Victorian England
The Salvation Army and Child Trafficking in the Victorian Era March 24th There were hundreds, perhaps thousands of organizations intent on doing good for others in the Victorian ... Uncategorized, Victorian England
A Lady in Disguise Giveaway! March 20th I would love to introduce you to this wonderful London Lady. Let’s have a little fun ... Giveaways
Coronation Chicken Salad March 20th This weekend, I am going to eat a meal I truly love – Coronation Chicken Salad. ... Recipes
Bits and Bobs on Victorian Pantomimes February 8th Pantomimes grew to be increasingly popular and elaborate forms of theatrical entertainment in the Victorian era. ... Uncategorized, Victorian England
Sarah Gordon – Modern Day Costume Mistress February 7th Sarah Gordon, Resident Costume Designer, and Costume Shop Manager, or better known as Grand Empress of ... Victorian England
What is a Gothic Romance? January 8th An interview with Sandra by Jenny Quinlan, of Let Them Read Books. Jenny: What inspired you ... Gothic Romance
Oysters, Pearls, and Seafaring Heroes April 26th The Feast of St. James is an important celebration in the traditional Christian calendar, especially in ... Gothic Romance, Victorian England
Living Last Supper April 4th Last Friday, I attended a “Living Last Supper” at my church. Twelve men, each representing a ... Devotional
"Bride of a Distant Isle is an absorbing, transportive Victorian romance infused with intriguing details and delicious imagery. Sandra is a master of the historical novel. Engaging to the last page." ~ Susan Meissner, Author of Secrets of a Charmed Life
"A marvelous mingling of mystery and deeply moving family and romantic love, Mist of Midnight kept me guessing until the very end. A house on a cliff, a Victorian-Gothic atmosphere, a cast of suspicious characters including a dark, brooding hero and a strong heroine: shades (or mists) of Jane Eyre and Rebecca! I look forward to the next novel in this compelling, new series." Karen Harper NYTimes bestselling author of Mistress of Mourning
Teacup Exchange! December 10th Thank you to the 52 friends who shared in the great fun of my first Teacup ... Uncategorized
The One Year Home and Garden Devotions May 31st "Turning to Sandra Byrd's devotions each day will feel as though you're going home -- home ... Home and Garden Devotionals
Death Becomes Her February 15th The Victorians cared very much about how outward appearances reflected inward sentiments and morality. One way ... Uncategorized
