Somehow I managed to read thirteen historical fiction, romance, or mystery novels in June, and that doesn’t count the ones that I’ve started but haven’t finished yet. Here’s what I read in a month as a historical mystery and romance writer. Save your favorites for your next trip to your favorite bookshop or the library!
A trip to Paris isn’t complete without visiting at least a few of its gardens, and the Jardin du Luxembourg is my favorite. In a city where space is at a premium and most apartments are fairly compact, Paris’ gardens serve as communal living rooms, places for residents and tourists alike to relax and socialize.…
If you only have time to visit one museum in Paris, make it the Musee d’Orsay. A much smaller collection than the Louvre, it can be an accessible and manageable way to see some of Paris’ greatest art treasures. Located on the left bank of the Seine river, the Musee d’Orsay holds the world’s largest…
Does the traffic and noise of Paris have you longing for Belle’s “little town, it’s a quiet city” village vibes? Well, in less than three hours on a TGV high speed train, you can be in Colmar, France, the most picturesque, storybook-like town I’ve ever experienced. Its well-preserved old town seems like a film set…
My favorite way to get a peek at the iconic skyline of Paris is completely free – and you can do some shopping at the historic Galleries Lafayette department store while you’re there. You’ll probably be shocked to hear, but as many times as I’ve been to Paris, I’ve never been up the Eiffel Tower.…
Looking for some tasty meals without leaving Midtown? Here’s what I ate on a recent quick trip to the Big Apple. I recently had the opportunity to spend about 40 hours wining and dining in Midtown Manhattan on a whirlwind trip to see two Broadway shows with friends. Someone had dropped out of the trip…