by Mary Jo
I'm happy to welcome Maggie Robinson back to the Word Wenches! Today's blog is not a suggested mental exercise, but the title of her new book, Just Make Believe, third in her delightful Lady Adelaide historical mystery series. I've been hooked since she mentioned the first Lady Adelaide story to me: Nobody's Sweetheart Now.
Set in the 1920s, the series features Lady Adelaide, the wealthy widow of a philandering war hero, a handsome Detective Inspector who is a half Indian–and Rupert, ghost of Addie's late husband who is trying to work his way into heaven by doing good deeds. He has an annoying tendency to drift into her bedchamber while she's dressing and criticize her choices of costume. <G>
MJP: Maggie, can you tell us more about the series and what you had in mind when you created it?
MR: During my misspent childhood, I watched a lot of old black and white movies–Blithe Spirit, Topper, The Thin Man, etc. Somehow they all got mixed up and resulted in the Lady 
Adelaide series, LOL. Naughty ghostly Rupert is the perfect foil for noble upstanding Dev, and I very much enjoyed bringing him to life, so to speak. He gets his chance to redeem himself for his misdeeds through witty banter and sneaky derring-do, and Addie gets her chance to move on.
MJP: Now tell us about Just Make Believe!
MR: Addie has been invited to a country house party, but finds it rather difficult to have fun when bodies begin turning up everywhere. Something is very much awry at Fernald Hall; however, she happens to know a dishy Anglo-Indian Scotland Yard detective who's as smart as he is good-looking.
MJP: The story is set at a week long country house party. There are horses. <G> Care to expand on that?
MR: Ha! Horses. I went to a dude ranch once, and discovered I am not a natural horsewoman. Years later, I went down the Grand Canyon path on a mule. Still not a natural. I was absolutely terrified, and missed most of the scenery because my eyes were closed or awash with sweat.
Now, mules aren't fancy Irish horses, but one has to mine what little one knows. In my case, the head of the expedition kept making us turn the mules' heads over the edge so they could see down…down…down to remind them where they were, since he swore mules were not suicidal. All I know is that I barely survived and had to throw my clothes away afterward because they smelled atrocious. I have not been atop anything else since!
MJP: I'm not sure, but are all the book titles taken from 1920s songs? If so, care to comment?
MR: The 20s were an absolute Golden Age for music. Of course jazz comes to mind first, but there are so many songs we think of as old standards that came to fame in the era. The books were inspired not only by the song titles but the lyrics. In the case of Just Make Believe, nothing is as it seems, and it's up to Addie, Dev, and Rupert to reveal the truth.
There are times when you feel sad and blue
Something's wrong, you don't know what to do
When you feel that way, stop and think awhile
Just make believe and smile
MJP: Could you give us an excerpt as a taste of the book?
MR: The whole first chapter is here. But here's a favorite snippet:
She washed and rinsed her hair, then rose from the steaming tub and wrapped herself up in a crisp white linen bath sheet. A shaft of golden sunlight poured through the open bathroom window, and she sat in it, basking like a cat on the seat cushion, rubbing her hair dry and combing through the tangles.
“Damn. You’ve gone and done it, haven’t you? I didn’t notice earlier, what with having to cushion the blow and all and save your bottom. You cut off all your glorious hair. What a shame.”
Addie yipped and dropped the comb to the tiled floor. Rupert perched on the edge of the recently-vacated tub, trailing a finger in the scented water. The cheek of him! Couldn’t he respect her privacy? She wasn’t his wife anymore.
She rose, pulled the chain on the plug, and stood over him. Her tone was frigid. “I hoped you were done with me today. And every other day.” She’d prayed it was so on Sundays and all the days of the week ending with ‘y.’
“Believe me, so did I. What a bore. How many good deeds must I perform? I must confess, it’s a cracking disappointment to be back in Old Blighty after our last adventure. But what can one do in this tenuous position but go along with a smile? Make the best of it, eh? It’s not as if one belongs to a union and can go on strike. One cannot argue with this Boss. I wonder who’s about to get the chop,” Rupert said, sounding altogether too cheerful.
Addie sighed and sat back down. He was always as vague as a charlatan clairvoyant. Allegedly never fully privy to the details, he once described his role like receiving a radio broadcast that was continuously interrupted. So it was up to Addie to put the pieces together. Yet he managed to ferret out helpful facts during their murder investigations…through somewhat underhanded means.
“Rupert! Have you no sense of decency?”
“Probably not much. You know me better than anyone.”
MJP: What's coming up next? Another Lady Adelaide Mystery?
MR: Farewell Blues is the fourth and final (sob) book in the series, and will be released in the summer of 2021. Rupert was getting anxious to earn his celestial wings, and as a lapsed romance writer, I needed to give everyone their happy ending. But I've never had so much fun writing anything, and I will miss these characters dreadfully.
MJP: Thanks so much for visiting the Word Wenches, Maggie. I'm looking forward to the next book! Will you be giving away a copy of Just Make Believe to someone who comments on the blog between now and Tuesday night?
MR: Yes! I have trade paperbacks of all three books in the series, and the commenter can choose an earlier one if they'd rather start at the beginning (or any book from my backlist, which can be found here.
My question: what song "speaks" to you? My favorite is still the Beatles' I Saw Her Standing There!
Mary Jo – Delightful column! And it’s always lovely to meet a new author. Hi, Maggie. Your series sounds delightful. I love that you’ve taken inspirations from Golden Age song titles. I’m also fascinated with Rupert. I’ve often enjoyed movies and books with ghostly themes. I used to watch Topper. I also never quite got over Cary Grant in The Bishop’s Wife. And years ago, I fell in love with Elswyth Thane’s Tryst. I look forward to reading all 3 (and later the last [sob]) book in your Lady Adelaide Mystery series.
Mary Jo – Delightful column! And it’s always lovely to meet a new author. Hi, Maggie. Your series sounds delightful. I love that you’ve taken inspirations from Golden Age song titles. I’m also fascinated with Rupert. I’ve often enjoyed movies and books with ghostly themes. I used to watch Topper. I also never quite got over Cary Grant in The Bishop’s Wife. And years ago, I fell in love with Elswyth Thane’s Tryst. I look forward to reading all 3 (and later the last [sob]) book in your Lady Adelaide Mystery series.
Mary Jo – Delightful column! And it’s always lovely to meet a new author. Hi, Maggie. Your series sounds delightful. I love that you’ve taken inspirations from Golden Age song titles. I’m also fascinated with Rupert. I’ve often enjoyed movies and books with ghostly themes. I used to watch Topper. I also never quite got over Cary Grant in The Bishop’s Wife. And years ago, I fell in love with Elswyth Thane’s Tryst. I look forward to reading all 3 (and later the last [sob]) book in your Lady Adelaide Mystery series.
Mary Jo – Delightful column! And it’s always lovely to meet a new author. Hi, Maggie. Your series sounds delightful. I love that you’ve taken inspirations from Golden Age song titles. I’m also fascinated with Rupert. I’ve often enjoyed movies and books with ghostly themes. I used to watch Topper. I also never quite got over Cary Grant in The Bishop’s Wife. And years ago, I fell in love with Elswyth Thane’s Tryst. I look forward to reading all 3 (and later the last [sob]) book in your Lady Adelaide Mystery series.
Mary Jo – Delightful column! And it’s always lovely to meet a new author. Hi, Maggie. Your series sounds delightful. I love that you’ve taken inspirations from Golden Age song titles. I’m also fascinated with Rupert. I’ve often enjoyed movies and books with ghostly themes. I used to watch Topper. I also never quite got over Cary Grant in The Bishop’s Wife. And years ago, I fell in love with Elswyth Thane’s Tryst. I look forward to reading all 3 (and later the last [sob]) book in your Lady Adelaide Mystery series.
This sounds like a wonderful series. I love all the Thin Man movies, so these should fit me perfectly. The song title idea is a great one. I like your choice of song, but my current favorite is Troubadour by George Strait.
This sounds like a wonderful series. I love all the Thin Man movies, so these should fit me perfectly. The song title idea is a great one. I like your choice of song, but my current favorite is Troubadour by George Strait.
This sounds like a wonderful series. I love all the Thin Man movies, so these should fit me perfectly. The song title idea is a great one. I like your choice of song, but my current favorite is Troubadour by George Strait.
This sounds like a wonderful series. I love all the Thin Man movies, so these should fit me perfectly. The song title idea is a great one. I like your choice of song, but my current favorite is Troubadour by George Strait.
This sounds like a wonderful series. I love all the Thin Man movies, so these should fit me perfectly. The song title idea is a great one. I like your choice of song, but my current favorite is Troubadour by George Strait.
I saw the Bishop’s Wife not too long ago! Oh, Cary Grant. I could watch him in anything. I will never forget him in the robe in Bringing Up Baby, LOL.
I saw the Bishop’s Wife not too long ago! Oh, Cary Grant. I could watch him in anything. I will never forget him in the robe in Bringing Up Baby, LOL.
I saw the Bishop’s Wife not too long ago! Oh, Cary Grant. I could watch him in anything. I will never forget him in the robe in Bringing Up Baby, LOL.
I saw the Bishop’s Wife not too long ago! Oh, Cary Grant. I could watch him in anything. I will never forget him in the robe in Bringing Up Baby, LOL.
I saw the Bishop’s Wife not too long ago! Oh, Cary Grant. I could watch him in anything. I will never forget him in the robe in Bringing Up Baby, LOL.
Thanks, Gail! I wasn’t too sure I could ever write a mystery, since I am an awful plan-aheader, but here we are.
Thanks, Gail! I wasn’t too sure I could ever write a mystery, since I am an awful plan-aheader, but here we are.
Thanks, Gail! I wasn’t too sure I could ever write a mystery, since I am an awful plan-aheader, but here we are.
Thanks, Gail! I wasn’t too sure I could ever write a mystery, since I am an awful plan-aheader, but here we are.
Thanks, Gail! I wasn’t too sure I could ever write a mystery, since I am an awful plan-aheader, but here we are.
Mary Jo, thank you so much for the interview! It’s lovely to be here, though I’m having unpleasant mule flashbacks, LOL.
Mary Jo, thank you so much for the interview! It’s lovely to be here, though I’m having unpleasant mule flashbacks, LOL.
Mary Jo, thank you so much for the interview! It’s lovely to be here, though I’m having unpleasant mule flashbacks, LOL.
Mary Jo, thank you so much for the interview! It’s lovely to be here, though I’m having unpleasant mule flashbacks, LOL.
Mary Jo, thank you so much for the interview! It’s lovely to be here, though I’m having unpleasant mule flashbacks, LOL.
I have been thoroughly enjoying this series. I can’t wait to read this one, and I’m glad there will be at least one more. (I loved Topper too.)
I have been thoroughly enjoying this series. I can’t wait to read this one, and I’m glad there will be at least one more. (I loved Topper too.)
I have been thoroughly enjoying this series. I can’t wait to read this one, and I’m glad there will be at least one more. (I loved Topper too.)
I have been thoroughly enjoying this series. I can’t wait to read this one, and I’m glad there will be at least one more. (I loved Topper too.)
I have been thoroughly enjoying this series. I can’t wait to read this one, and I’m glad there will be at least one more. (I loved Topper too.)
Thank you, Lil! They’ve been a joy to write.
Thank you, Lil! They’ve been a joy to write.
Thank you, Lil! They’ve been a joy to write.
Thank you, Lil! They’ve been a joy to write.
Thank you, Lil! They’ve been a joy to write.
Maggie: PLEASE don’t misunderstand me! I am in pain! I have just been introduced to a new MUST-HAVE series and I am trying so hard to cut down on new books!
More seriously these three books do look like must-have reading, and I will begin today with the Nobody’s Sweetheart Now. Thank you for producing such an interesting series.
Maggie: PLEASE don’t misunderstand me! I am in pain! I have just been introduced to a new MUST-HAVE series and I am trying so hard to cut down on new books!
More seriously these three books do look like must-have reading, and I will begin today with the Nobody’s Sweetheart Now. Thank you for producing such an interesting series.
Maggie: PLEASE don’t misunderstand me! I am in pain! I have just been introduced to a new MUST-HAVE series and I am trying so hard to cut down on new books!
More seriously these three books do look like must-have reading, and I will begin today with the Nobody’s Sweetheart Now. Thank you for producing such an interesting series.
Maggie: PLEASE don’t misunderstand me! I am in pain! I have just been introduced to a new MUST-HAVE series and I am trying so hard to cut down on new books!
More seriously these three books do look like must-have reading, and I will begin today with the Nobody’s Sweetheart Now. Thank you for producing such an interesting series.
Maggie: PLEASE don’t misunderstand me! I am in pain! I have just been introduced to a new MUST-HAVE series and I am trying so hard to cut down on new books!
More seriously these three books do look like must-have reading, and I will begin today with the Nobody’s Sweetheart Now. Thank you for producing such an interesting series.
Thanks for such an interesting interview! Lady Adelaide sounds like someone I’m definitly going to have to get to know. I’ve been hooked on the pop song “Breathe – 3AM” for years, and it seems like every day makes it more and more relevant.
Thanks for such an interesting interview! Lady Adelaide sounds like someone I’m definitly going to have to get to know. I’ve been hooked on the pop song “Breathe – 3AM” for years, and it seems like every day makes it more and more relevant.
Thanks for such an interesting interview! Lady Adelaide sounds like someone I’m definitly going to have to get to know. I’ve been hooked on the pop song “Breathe – 3AM” for years, and it seems like every day makes it more and more relevant.
Thanks for such an interesting interview! Lady Adelaide sounds like someone I’m definitly going to have to get to know. I’ve been hooked on the pop song “Breathe – 3AM” for years, and it seems like every day makes it more and more relevant.
Thanks for such an interesting interview! Lady Adelaide sounds like someone I’m definitly going to have to get to know. I’ve been hooked on the pop song “Breathe – 3AM” for years, and it seems like every day makes it more and more relevant.
Oh, Sue, aspirin won’t help, LOL. I hope you enjoy the series! I know my Kindle is overloaded, and I probably won’t live long enough to read all the books. 😉
Oh, Sue, aspirin won’t help, LOL. I hope you enjoy the series! I know my Kindle is overloaded, and I probably won’t live long enough to read all the books. 😉
Oh, Sue, aspirin won’t help, LOL. I hope you enjoy the series! I know my Kindle is overloaded, and I probably won’t live long enough to read all the books. 😉
Oh, Sue, aspirin won’t help, LOL. I hope you enjoy the series! I know my Kindle is overloaded, and I probably won’t live long enough to read all the books. 😉
Oh, Sue, aspirin won’t help, LOL. I hope you enjoy the series! I know my Kindle is overloaded, and I probably won’t live long enough to read all the books. 😉
Indeed. There should be a “Lower Your Shoulders from Your Ears” song too. I have to remind myself to try to relax during this perilous time.
Indeed. There should be a “Lower Your Shoulders from Your Ears” song too. I have to remind myself to try to relax during this perilous time.
Indeed. There should be a “Lower Your Shoulders from Your Ears” song too. I have to remind myself to try to relax during this perilous time.
Indeed. There should be a “Lower Your Shoulders from Your Ears” song too. I have to remind myself to try to relax during this perilous time.
Indeed. There should be a “Lower Your Shoulders from Your Ears” song too. I have to remind myself to try to relax during this perilous time.
At least you learned that mules aren’t suicidal, Maggie!
At least you learned that mules aren’t suicidal, Maggie!
At least you learned that mules aren’t suicidal, Maggie!
At least you learned that mules aren’t suicidal, Maggie!
At least you learned that mules aren’t suicidal, Maggie!
I loved the first two and am looking forward to this one as soon as I get a copy. This is a time period I enjoy as my mother was a flapper and talked about her youth with my sister and me as kids. I have recently been enjoying cozy historical mysteries and these are really good ones.
I loved the first two and am looking forward to this one as soon as I get a copy. This is a time period I enjoy as my mother was a flapper and talked about her youth with my sister and me as kids. I have recently been enjoying cozy historical mysteries and these are really good ones.
I loved the first two and am looking forward to this one as soon as I get a copy. This is a time period I enjoy as my mother was a flapper and talked about her youth with my sister and me as kids. I have recently been enjoying cozy historical mysteries and these are really good ones.
I loved the first two and am looking forward to this one as soon as I get a copy. This is a time period I enjoy as my mother was a flapper and talked about her youth with my sister and me as kids. I have recently been enjoying cozy historical mysteries and these are really good ones.
I loved the first two and am looking forward to this one as soon as I get a copy. This is a time period I enjoy as my mother was a flapper and talked about her youth with my sister and me as kids. I have recently been enjoying cozy historical mysteries and these are really good ones.
Thank you so much for this post and interview.
I read the first book, and have the second book on my Kindle. I look forward to reading 2 – 3 and even 4 when it comes out.
I understand that Rupert wants to move on. He does not appear to me to be the kind of man who is content staying in one place with only one woman who can talk to him.
Songs – I love the songs from the 20’s and 30’s. My grandmother had all the sheet music when I was small and I learned to sing from all of them. Not necessarily my favorite from that period, but “You Tell Me Your Dream and I’ll Tell You Mine.” One of the lines “I had a dream dear, mine was of you…” Doesn’t that make you think?
Anyhow, thanks so much for this post. I am disappointed that I will eventually lose touch with everyone – Rupert is quite a guy.
Thank you so much for this post and interview.
I read the first book, and have the second book on my Kindle. I look forward to reading 2 – 3 and even 4 when it comes out.
I understand that Rupert wants to move on. He does not appear to me to be the kind of man who is content staying in one place with only one woman who can talk to him.
Songs – I love the songs from the 20’s and 30’s. My grandmother had all the sheet music when I was small and I learned to sing from all of them. Not necessarily my favorite from that period, but “You Tell Me Your Dream and I’ll Tell You Mine.” One of the lines “I had a dream dear, mine was of you…” Doesn’t that make you think?
Anyhow, thanks so much for this post. I am disappointed that I will eventually lose touch with everyone – Rupert is quite a guy.
Thank you so much for this post and interview.
I read the first book, and have the second book on my Kindle. I look forward to reading 2 – 3 and even 4 when it comes out.
I understand that Rupert wants to move on. He does not appear to me to be the kind of man who is content staying in one place with only one woman who can talk to him.
Songs – I love the songs from the 20’s and 30’s. My grandmother had all the sheet music when I was small and I learned to sing from all of them. Not necessarily my favorite from that period, but “You Tell Me Your Dream and I’ll Tell You Mine.” One of the lines “I had a dream dear, mine was of you…” Doesn’t that make you think?
Anyhow, thanks so much for this post. I am disappointed that I will eventually lose touch with everyone – Rupert is quite a guy.
Thank you so much for this post and interview.
I read the first book, and have the second book on my Kindle. I look forward to reading 2 – 3 and even 4 when it comes out.
I understand that Rupert wants to move on. He does not appear to me to be the kind of man who is content staying in one place with only one woman who can talk to him.
Songs – I love the songs from the 20’s and 30’s. My grandmother had all the sheet music when I was small and I learned to sing from all of them. Not necessarily my favorite from that period, but “You Tell Me Your Dream and I’ll Tell You Mine.” One of the lines “I had a dream dear, mine was of you…” Doesn’t that make you think?
Anyhow, thanks so much for this post. I am disappointed that I will eventually lose touch with everyone – Rupert is quite a guy.
Thank you so much for this post and interview.
I read the first book, and have the second book on my Kindle. I look forward to reading 2 – 3 and even 4 when it comes out.
I understand that Rupert wants to move on. He does not appear to me to be the kind of man who is content staying in one place with only one woman who can talk to him.
Songs – I love the songs from the 20’s and 30’s. My grandmother had all the sheet music when I was small and I learned to sing from all of them. Not necessarily my favorite from that period, but “You Tell Me Your Dream and I’ll Tell You Mine.” One of the lines “I had a dream dear, mine was of you…” Doesn’t that make you think?
Anyhow, thanks so much for this post. I am disappointed that I will eventually lose touch with everyone – Rupert is quite a guy.
I love that time period. And having to deal with a pesky ghost? Wonderful! I watched Topper on TV as a kid and loved George and Marian. And Nils. Poor Cosmo.
Favorite songs just depends on my mood. Need something cathartic? Paint It Black. Something sad but romantic? Bob Wills and his Texas Playboys singing Faded Love. And Cole Porter’s Night and Day is stunning.
I can’t wait to read Lady Adelaide’s adventures!
I love that time period. And having to deal with a pesky ghost? Wonderful! I watched Topper on TV as a kid and loved George and Marian. And Nils. Poor Cosmo.
Favorite songs just depends on my mood. Need something cathartic? Paint It Black. Something sad but romantic? Bob Wills and his Texas Playboys singing Faded Love. And Cole Porter’s Night and Day is stunning.
I can’t wait to read Lady Adelaide’s adventures!
I love that time period. And having to deal with a pesky ghost? Wonderful! I watched Topper on TV as a kid and loved George and Marian. And Nils. Poor Cosmo.
Favorite songs just depends on my mood. Need something cathartic? Paint It Black. Something sad but romantic? Bob Wills and his Texas Playboys singing Faded Love. And Cole Porter’s Night and Day is stunning.
I can’t wait to read Lady Adelaide’s adventures!
I love that time period. And having to deal with a pesky ghost? Wonderful! I watched Topper on TV as a kid and loved George and Marian. And Nils. Poor Cosmo.
Favorite songs just depends on my mood. Need something cathartic? Paint It Black. Something sad but romantic? Bob Wills and his Texas Playboys singing Faded Love. And Cole Porter’s Night and Day is stunning.
I can’t wait to read Lady Adelaide’s adventures!
I love that time period. And having to deal with a pesky ghost? Wonderful! I watched Topper on TV as a kid and loved George and Marian. And Nils. Poor Cosmo.
Favorite songs just depends on my mood. Need something cathartic? Paint It Black. Something sad but romantic? Bob Wills and his Texas Playboys singing Faded Love. And Cole Porter’s Night and Day is stunning.
I can’t wait to read Lady Adelaide’s adventures!
What a fun interview, Maggie and Mary Jo!
I like the song La Vie Bohème from the musical Rent. At the close of the song, two of the characters have this exchange:
ROGER
I’ve been trying – I’m not lying
No one’s perfect. I’ve got baggage
MIMI
Life’s too short, babe, time is flying
I’m looking for baggage that goes with mine
What a fun interview, Maggie and Mary Jo!
I like the song La Vie Bohème from the musical Rent. At the close of the song, two of the characters have this exchange:
ROGER
I’ve been trying – I’m not lying
No one’s perfect. I’ve got baggage
MIMI
Life’s too short, babe, time is flying
I’m looking for baggage that goes with mine
What a fun interview, Maggie and Mary Jo!
I like the song La Vie Bohème from the musical Rent. At the close of the song, two of the characters have this exchange:
ROGER
I’ve been trying – I’m not lying
No one’s perfect. I’ve got baggage
MIMI
Life’s too short, babe, time is flying
I’m looking for baggage that goes with mine
What a fun interview, Maggie and Mary Jo!
I like the song La Vie Bohème from the musical Rent. At the close of the song, two of the characters have this exchange:
ROGER
I’ve been trying – I’m not lying
No one’s perfect. I’ve got baggage
MIMI
Life’s too short, babe, time is flying
I’m looking for baggage that goes with mine
What a fun interview, Maggie and Mary Jo!
I like the song La Vie Bohème from the musical Rent. At the close of the song, two of the characters have this exchange:
ROGER
I’ve been trying – I’m not lying
No one’s perfect. I’ve got baggage
MIMI
Life’s too short, babe, time is flying
I’m looking for baggage that goes with mine
I’ve been looking for a good mystery series, and this sounds like just the thing. As to what song “speaks to me”, there are so many it would be hard to choose just one. One of my favorites from the twenties is BYE BYE BLACKBIRD.
When my mother’s family (13 brothers and sisters) would have a family reunion, they would always end up singing songs from that era. It was what they did to entertain themselves back in the Depression. They didn’t have much of anything else, but they always had a piano and sheet music.
I’ve been looking for a good mystery series, and this sounds like just the thing. As to what song “speaks to me”, there are so many it would be hard to choose just one. One of my favorites from the twenties is BYE BYE BLACKBIRD.
When my mother’s family (13 brothers and sisters) would have a family reunion, they would always end up singing songs from that era. It was what they did to entertain themselves back in the Depression. They didn’t have much of anything else, but they always had a piano and sheet music.
I’ve been looking for a good mystery series, and this sounds like just the thing. As to what song “speaks to me”, there are so many it would be hard to choose just one. One of my favorites from the twenties is BYE BYE BLACKBIRD.
When my mother’s family (13 brothers and sisters) would have a family reunion, they would always end up singing songs from that era. It was what they did to entertain themselves back in the Depression. They didn’t have much of anything else, but they always had a piano and sheet music.
I’ve been looking for a good mystery series, and this sounds like just the thing. As to what song “speaks to me”, there are so many it would be hard to choose just one. One of my favorites from the twenties is BYE BYE BLACKBIRD.
When my mother’s family (13 brothers and sisters) would have a family reunion, they would always end up singing songs from that era. It was what they did to entertain themselves back in the Depression. They didn’t have much of anything else, but they always had a piano and sheet music.
I’ve been looking for a good mystery series, and this sounds like just the thing. As to what song “speaks to me”, there are so many it would be hard to choose just one. One of my favorites from the twenties is BYE BYE BLACKBIRD.
When my mother’s family (13 brothers and sisters) would have a family reunion, they would always end up singing songs from that era. It was what they did to entertain themselves back in the Depression. They didn’t have much of anything else, but they always had a piano and sheet music.
Great interview, Mary Jo and Maggie! And now I’m going to have to add to my TBR pile as these stories sound wonderful – I love ghosts, especially naughty ones 🙂 I can’t think of a specific song that speaks to me because they all do. Music stirs up the emotions in a very special way and I have lots of favourites. Lovely to hear all about your books and I’m with you on the riding – tried it once and got actual huge bruises on my behind. Never again!
Great interview, Mary Jo and Maggie! And now I’m going to have to add to my TBR pile as these stories sound wonderful – I love ghosts, especially naughty ones 🙂 I can’t think of a specific song that speaks to me because they all do. Music stirs up the emotions in a very special way and I have lots of favourites. Lovely to hear all about your books and I’m with you on the riding – tried it once and got actual huge bruises on my behind. Never again!
Great interview, Mary Jo and Maggie! And now I’m going to have to add to my TBR pile as these stories sound wonderful – I love ghosts, especially naughty ones 🙂 I can’t think of a specific song that speaks to me because they all do. Music stirs up the emotions in a very special way and I have lots of favourites. Lovely to hear all about your books and I’m with you on the riding – tried it once and got actual huge bruises on my behind. Never again!
Great interview, Mary Jo and Maggie! And now I’m going to have to add to my TBR pile as these stories sound wonderful – I love ghosts, especially naughty ones 🙂 I can’t think of a specific song that speaks to me because they all do. Music stirs up the emotions in a very special way and I have lots of favourites. Lovely to hear all about your books and I’m with you on the riding – tried it once and got actual huge bruises on my behind. Never again!
Great interview, Mary Jo and Maggie! And now I’m going to have to add to my TBR pile as these stories sound wonderful – I love ghosts, especially naughty ones 🙂 I can’t think of a specific song that speaks to me because they all do. Music stirs up the emotions in a very special way and I have lots of favourites. Lovely to hear all about your books and I’m with you on the riding – tried it once and got actual huge bruises on my behind. Never again!
This was just a great interview! I definitely want to read these books. I too love the old movies and, of course, Cary Grant. I love music from every era. The World Wars seemed to really inspire songwriters some beautiful & poignant pieces. But – the first love of my life was Paul McCartney and there’s not a song of his I don’t love, but my favorite has to be “For No One”. It’s a story waiting to be told.
This was just a great interview! I definitely want to read these books. I too love the old movies and, of course, Cary Grant. I love music from every era. The World Wars seemed to really inspire songwriters some beautiful & poignant pieces. But – the first love of my life was Paul McCartney and there’s not a song of his I don’t love, but my favorite has to be “For No One”. It’s a story waiting to be told.
This was just a great interview! I definitely want to read these books. I too love the old movies and, of course, Cary Grant. I love music from every era. The World Wars seemed to really inspire songwriters some beautiful & poignant pieces. But – the first love of my life was Paul McCartney and there’s not a song of his I don’t love, but my favorite has to be “For No One”. It’s a story waiting to be told.
This was just a great interview! I definitely want to read these books. I too love the old movies and, of course, Cary Grant. I love music from every era. The World Wars seemed to really inspire songwriters some beautiful & poignant pieces. But – the first love of my life was Paul McCartney and there’s not a song of his I don’t love, but my favorite has to be “For No One”. It’s a story waiting to be told.
This was just a great interview! I definitely want to read these books. I too love the old movies and, of course, Cary Grant. I love music from every era. The World Wars seemed to really inspire songwriters some beautiful & poignant pieces. But – the first love of my life was Paul McCartney and there’s not a song of his I don’t love, but my favorite has to be “For No One”. It’s a story waiting to be told.
Thank you, Beverly! I have a great photo of my grandmother with marcelled hair, plucked eyebrows, and a fur stole!
Thank you, Beverly! I have a great photo of my grandmother with marcelled hair, plucked eyebrows, and a fur stole!
Thank you, Beverly! I have a great photo of my grandmother with marcelled hair, plucked eyebrows, and a fur stole!
Thank you, Beverly! I have a great photo of my grandmother with marcelled hair, plucked eyebrows, and a fur stole!
Thank you, Beverly! I have a great photo of my grandmother with marcelled hair, plucked eyebrows, and a fur stole!
LOL. Rupert thanks you! He’s tried so hard, I could not put off Heaven forever for him. So Farewell Blues will be farewell.
LOL. Rupert thanks you! He’s tried so hard, I could not put off Heaven forever for him. So Farewell Blues will be farewell.
LOL. Rupert thanks you! He’s tried so hard, I could not put off Heaven forever for him. So Farewell Blues will be farewell.
LOL. Rupert thanks you! He’s tried so hard, I could not put off Heaven forever for him. So Farewell Blues will be farewell.
LOL. Rupert thanks you! He’s tried so hard, I could not put off Heaven forever for him. So Farewell Blues will be farewell.
Can’t beat the Rolling Stones! We’ve seen them twice in concert and holy cow even when I was young I couldn’t cavort around like Mick Jagger.
Can’t beat the Rolling Stones! We’ve seen them twice in concert and holy cow even when I was young I couldn’t cavort around like Mick Jagger.
Can’t beat the Rolling Stones! We’ve seen them twice in concert and holy cow even when I was young I couldn’t cavort around like Mick Jagger.
Can’t beat the Rolling Stones! We’ve seen them twice in concert and holy cow even when I was young I couldn’t cavort around like Mick Jagger.
Can’t beat the Rolling Stones! We’ve seen them twice in concert and holy cow even when I was young I couldn’t cavort around like Mick Jagger.
What great lyrics! Aren’t we all looking for a luggage set, LOL.
What great lyrics! Aren’t we all looking for a luggage set, LOL.
What great lyrics! Aren’t we all looking for a luggage set, LOL.
What great lyrics! Aren’t we all looking for a luggage set, LOL.
What great lyrics! Aren’t we all looking for a luggage set, LOL.
13! Oh my. One of my grandmothers was one of 17. I cannot imagine it. I had 4 and can’t remember how I did it, LOL. There’s nothing like a good singalong!
13! Oh my. One of my grandmothers was one of 17. I cannot imagine it. I had 4 and can’t remember how I did it, LOL. There’s nothing like a good singalong!
13! Oh my. One of my grandmothers was one of 17. I cannot imagine it. I had 4 and can’t remember how I did it, LOL. There’s nothing like a good singalong!
13! Oh my. One of my grandmothers was one of 17. I cannot imagine it. I had 4 and can’t remember how I did it, LOL. There’s nothing like a good singalong!
13! Oh my. One of my grandmothers was one of 17. I cannot imagine it. I had 4 and can’t remember how I did it, LOL. There’s nothing like a good singalong!
One of the earliest Amazon reviews for the first book said “Lose the ghost.” Rupert was highly insulted. I know paranormal stuff is not everyone’s cup of tea, but I think Rupert can be pretty persuasive. 😉 Thanks for having me here!
One of the earliest Amazon reviews for the first book said “Lose the ghost.” Rupert was highly insulted. I know paranormal stuff is not everyone’s cup of tea, but I think Rupert can be pretty persuasive. 😉 Thanks for having me here!
One of the earliest Amazon reviews for the first book said “Lose the ghost.” Rupert was highly insulted. I know paranormal stuff is not everyone’s cup of tea, but I think Rupert can be pretty persuasive. 😉 Thanks for having me here!
One of the earliest Amazon reviews for the first book said “Lose the ghost.” Rupert was highly insulted. I know paranormal stuff is not everyone’s cup of tea, but I think Rupert can be pretty persuasive. 😉 Thanks for having me here!
One of the earliest Amazon reviews for the first book said “Lose the ghost.” Rupert was highly insulted. I know paranormal stuff is not everyone’s cup of tea, but I think Rupert can be pretty persuasive. 😉 Thanks for having me here!
Did you see the Carpool Karaoke segment that James Corden did with Paul? They drove all around Liverpool and his old haunts, and wound up surprising everyone in a pub with a concert. I was in tears watching it.
Did you see the Carpool Karaoke segment that James Corden did with Paul? They drove all around Liverpool and his old haunts, and wound up surprising everyone in a pub with a concert. I was in tears watching it.
Did you see the Carpool Karaoke segment that James Corden did with Paul? They drove all around Liverpool and his old haunts, and wound up surprising everyone in a pub with a concert. I was in tears watching it.
Did you see the Carpool Karaoke segment that James Corden did with Paul? They drove all around Liverpool and his old haunts, and wound up surprising everyone in a pub with a concert. I was in tears watching it.
Did you see the Carpool Karaoke segment that James Corden did with Paul? They drove all around Liverpool and his old haunts, and wound up surprising everyone in a pub with a concert. I was in tears watching it.
Maggie, that Carpool Karaoke was FANTASTIC! I’ve watched it several times and sent it to others.
I don’t need a copy of the book, having been lucky that way *G*, but a song I love and always find haunting is the traditional Scarborough Fair. “”Shw once was a true love of mine….” I used that in one of my books.
Maggie, that Carpool Karaoke was FANTASTIC! I’ve watched it several times and sent it to others.
I don’t need a copy of the book, having been lucky that way *G*, but a song I love and always find haunting is the traditional Scarborough Fair. “”Shw once was a true love of mine….” I used that in one of my books.
Maggie, that Carpool Karaoke was FANTASTIC! I’ve watched it several times and sent it to others.
I don’t need a copy of the book, having been lucky that way *G*, but a song I love and always find haunting is the traditional Scarborough Fair. “”Shw once was a true love of mine….” I used that in one of my books.
Maggie, that Carpool Karaoke was FANTASTIC! I’ve watched it several times and sent it to others.
I don’t need a copy of the book, having been lucky that way *G*, but a song I love and always find haunting is the traditional Scarborough Fair. “”Shw once was a true love of mine….” I used that in one of my books.
Maggie, that Carpool Karaoke was FANTASTIC! I’ve watched it several times and sent it to others.
I don’t need a copy of the book, having been lucky that way *G*, but a song I love and always find haunting is the traditional Scarborough Fair. “”Shw once was a true love of mine….” I used that in one of my books.
Ooh, I can’t wait to read this! I’ve loved both the previous books, and know this will be as good. But how I wish the series wasn’t going to end so soon! I can’t really think of a favorite song off the top of my head, but just about anything by the Beatles takes me back to my teen years.
Ooh, I can’t wait to read this! I’ve loved both the previous books, and know this will be as good. But how I wish the series wasn’t going to end so soon! I can’t really think of a favorite song off the top of my head, but just about anything by the Beatles takes me back to my teen years.
Ooh, I can’t wait to read this! I’ve loved both the previous books, and know this will be as good. But how I wish the series wasn’t going to end so soon! I can’t really think of a favorite song off the top of my head, but just about anything by the Beatles takes me back to my teen years.
Ooh, I can’t wait to read this! I’ve loved both the previous books, and know this will be as good. But how I wish the series wasn’t going to end so soon! I can’t really think of a favorite song off the top of my head, but just about anything by the Beatles takes me back to my teen years.
Ooh, I can’t wait to read this! I’ve loved both the previous books, and know this will be as good. But how I wish the series wasn’t going to end so soon! I can’t really think of a favorite song off the top of my head, but just about anything by the Beatles takes me back to my teen years.
Thanks so much, Jane! When our grown kids come home, they play the Beatles as background music. They all know my college story–I broke up with a guy who didn’t like the Beatles, LOL. There may have been other issues involved, but that was enough, right?
Thanks so much, Jane! When our grown kids come home, they play the Beatles as background music. They all know my college story–I broke up with a guy who didn’t like the Beatles, LOL. There may have been other issues involved, but that was enough, right?
Thanks so much, Jane! When our grown kids come home, they play the Beatles as background music. They all know my college story–I broke up with a guy who didn’t like the Beatles, LOL. There may have been other issues involved, but that was enough, right?
Thanks so much, Jane! When our grown kids come home, they play the Beatles as background music. They all know my college story–I broke up with a guy who didn’t like the Beatles, LOL. There may have been other issues involved, but that was enough, right?
Thanks so much, Jane! When our grown kids come home, they play the Beatles as background music. They all know my college story–I broke up with a guy who didn’t like the Beatles, LOL. There may have been other issues involved, but that was enough, right?
nice interview
nice interview
nice interview
nice interview
nice interview
Rupert and Addie make me think of “Blithe Spirit”, although in that one it’s the wife who comes back as a ghost. But the spirit (so to speak) of your books sounds much like that of the Noel Coward play. In these troubling times I’m trying to educate myself about the issues, but I need to alternate my heavier reading with something smart but just for fun, and the Lady Adelaide series sounds exactly right.
Rupert and Addie make me think of “Blithe Spirit”, although in that one it’s the wife who comes back as a ghost. But the spirit (so to speak) of your books sounds much like that of the Noel Coward play. In these troubling times I’m trying to educate myself about the issues, but I need to alternate my heavier reading with something smart but just for fun, and the Lady Adelaide series sounds exactly right.
Rupert and Addie make me think of “Blithe Spirit”, although in that one it’s the wife who comes back as a ghost. But the spirit (so to speak) of your books sounds much like that of the Noel Coward play. In these troubling times I’m trying to educate myself about the issues, but I need to alternate my heavier reading with something smart but just for fun, and the Lady Adelaide series sounds exactly right.
Rupert and Addie make me think of “Blithe Spirit”, although in that one it’s the wife who comes back as a ghost. But the spirit (so to speak) of your books sounds much like that of the Noel Coward play. In these troubling times I’m trying to educate myself about the issues, but I need to alternate my heavier reading with something smart but just for fun, and the Lady Adelaide series sounds exactly right.
Rupert and Addie make me think of “Blithe Spirit”, although in that one it’s the wife who comes back as a ghost. But the spirit (so to speak) of your books sounds much like that of the Noel Coward play. In these troubling times I’m trying to educate myself about the issues, but I need to alternate my heavier reading with something smart but just for fun, and the Lady Adelaide series sounds exactly right.
I loved “Topper”, both the movie and the TV series. It used to be on TV when I was a kid. And I also love old standards, I think I know the lyrics to hundreds of them. One favorite is “They Can’t Take That Away From Me”, by George and Ira Gershwin. Mary T’s selection, “Bye, Bye Blackbird” is another great one.
I loved “Topper”, both the movie and the TV series. It used to be on TV when I was a kid. And I also love old standards, I think I know the lyrics to hundreds of them. One favorite is “They Can’t Take That Away From Me”, by George and Ira Gershwin. Mary T’s selection, “Bye, Bye Blackbird” is another great one.
I loved “Topper”, both the movie and the TV series. It used to be on TV when I was a kid. And I also love old standards, I think I know the lyrics to hundreds of them. One favorite is “They Can’t Take That Away From Me”, by George and Ira Gershwin. Mary T’s selection, “Bye, Bye Blackbird” is another great one.
I loved “Topper”, both the movie and the TV series. It used to be on TV when I was a kid. And I also love old standards, I think I know the lyrics to hundreds of them. One favorite is “They Can’t Take That Away From Me”, by George and Ira Gershwin. Mary T’s selection, “Bye, Bye Blackbird” is another great one.
I loved “Topper”, both the movie and the TV series. It used to be on TV when I was a kid. And I also love old standards, I think I know the lyrics to hundreds of them. One favorite is “They Can’t Take That Away From Me”, by George and Ira Gershwin. Mary T’s selection, “Bye, Bye Blackbird” is another great one.
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Susan, someone actually described one of the books as “perfect reading for a pandemic!” Not sure that will ever go on a cover, but I was happy to take someone’s mind off reality for a bit. I know a new Blithe Spirit movie is coming out with Dan Stevens, and I can’t wait!
Susan, someone actually described one of the books as “perfect reading for a pandemic!” Not sure that will ever go on a cover, but I was happy to take someone’s mind off reality for a bit. I know a new Blithe Spirit movie is coming out with Dan Stevens, and I can’t wait!
Susan, someone actually described one of the books as “perfect reading for a pandemic!” Not sure that will ever go on a cover, but I was happy to take someone’s mind off reality for a bit. I know a new Blithe Spirit movie is coming out with Dan Stevens, and I can’t wait!
Susan, someone actually described one of the books as “perfect reading for a pandemic!” Not sure that will ever go on a cover, but I was happy to take someone’s mind off reality for a bit. I know a new Blithe Spirit movie is coming out with Dan Stevens, and I can’t wait!
Susan, someone actually described one of the books as “perfect reading for a pandemic!” Not sure that will ever go on a cover, but I was happy to take someone’s mind off reality for a bit. I know a new Blithe Spirit movie is coming out with Dan Stevens, and I can’t wait!
Me too, Karin! Leo G. Carroll was always so flummoxed by something those naughty ghosts did. I’d love to see the TV series again but probably the film has been lost. 🙁 I’m reminded now by your song choice of my parents’ favorite song, “The Best Things in Life are Free.”
Me too, Karin! Leo G. Carroll was always so flummoxed by something those naughty ghosts did. I’d love to see the TV series again but probably the film has been lost. 🙁 I’m reminded now by your song choice of my parents’ favorite song, “The Best Things in Life are Free.”
Me too, Karin! Leo G. Carroll was always so flummoxed by something those naughty ghosts did. I’d love to see the TV series again but probably the film has been lost. 🙁 I’m reminded now by your song choice of my parents’ favorite song, “The Best Things in Life are Free.”
Me too, Karin! Leo G. Carroll was always so flummoxed by something those naughty ghosts did. I’d love to see the TV series again but probably the film has been lost. 🙁 I’m reminded now by your song choice of my parents’ favorite song, “The Best Things in Life are Free.”
Me too, Karin! Leo G. Carroll was always so flummoxed by something those naughty ghosts did. I’d love to see the TV series again but probably the film has been lost. 🙁 I’m reminded now by your song choice of my parents’ favorite song, “The Best Things in Life are Free.”
So lovely to “meet” you Maggie Robinson. This series sound perfect and I will look for them. I wish my departed husband would come and spend time with me like Rupert, but then I hope he has found his way and does not need to be tested.
I love the idea of song lines as your titles. “Forty Shades of Green” (Johnny Cash song) “One More Ride” (about riding the train) hold memories for me.
Great interview and thanks for sharing your talent with so many.
So lovely to “meet” you Maggie Robinson. This series sound perfect and I will look for them. I wish my departed husband would come and spend time with me like Rupert, but then I hope he has found his way and does not need to be tested.
I love the idea of song lines as your titles. “Forty Shades of Green” (Johnny Cash song) “One More Ride” (about riding the train) hold memories for me.
Great interview and thanks for sharing your talent with so many.
So lovely to “meet” you Maggie Robinson. This series sound perfect and I will look for them. I wish my departed husband would come and spend time with me like Rupert, but then I hope he has found his way and does not need to be tested.
I love the idea of song lines as your titles. “Forty Shades of Green” (Johnny Cash song) “One More Ride” (about riding the train) hold memories for me.
Great interview and thanks for sharing your talent with so many.
So lovely to “meet” you Maggie Robinson. This series sound perfect and I will look for them. I wish my departed husband would come and spend time with me like Rupert, but then I hope he has found his way and does not need to be tested.
I love the idea of song lines as your titles. “Forty Shades of Green” (Johnny Cash song) “One More Ride” (about riding the train) hold memories for me.
Great interview and thanks for sharing your talent with so many.
So lovely to “meet” you Maggie Robinson. This series sound perfect and I will look for them. I wish my departed husband would come and spend time with me like Rupert, but then I hope he has found his way and does not need to be tested.
I love the idea of song lines as your titles. “Forty Shades of Green” (Johnny Cash song) “One More Ride” (about riding the train) hold memories for me.
Great interview and thanks for sharing your talent with so many.
Margot, I hope your husband has found his peace too! Rupert has a bit of work to do on that score, but I’ve always loved a good redemption story. Johnny Cash had such a distinctive voice, and what a challenging life! My husband loves his music.
Margot, I hope your husband has found his peace too! Rupert has a bit of work to do on that score, but I’ve always loved a good redemption story. Johnny Cash had such a distinctive voice, and what a challenging life! My husband loves his music.
Margot, I hope your husband has found his peace too! Rupert has a bit of work to do on that score, but I’ve always loved a good redemption story. Johnny Cash had such a distinctive voice, and what a challenging life! My husband loves his music.
Margot, I hope your husband has found his peace too! Rupert has a bit of work to do on that score, but I’ve always loved a good redemption story. Johnny Cash had such a distinctive voice, and what a challenging life! My husband loves his music.
Margot, I hope your husband has found his peace too! Rupert has a bit of work to do on that score, but I’ve always loved a good redemption story. Johnny Cash had such a distinctive voice, and what a challenging life! My husband loves his music.
This was such a fun interview. I enjoy learning how an author came to write what she does. And the titles of Maggie’s books being songs from the era in which her books are set, is extra fun. I have been collecting old music scores from throughout the 20th century for many years because I love the illustrations on the covers. I’ve even framed some of them and have them hung in our home. The 1920s music often had pretty lithographs illustrating the musical scores.
One of my favorite songs is “Till there was You” from The Music Man.” That song is so pretty it makes me smile.
This was such a fun interview. I enjoy learning how an author came to write what she does. And the titles of Maggie’s books being songs from the era in which her books are set, is extra fun. I have been collecting old music scores from throughout the 20th century for many years because I love the illustrations on the covers. I’ve even framed some of them and have them hung in our home. The 1920s music often had pretty lithographs illustrating the musical scores.
One of my favorite songs is “Till there was You” from The Music Man.” That song is so pretty it makes me smile.
This was such a fun interview. I enjoy learning how an author came to write what she does. And the titles of Maggie’s books being songs from the era in which her books are set, is extra fun. I have been collecting old music scores from throughout the 20th century for many years because I love the illustrations on the covers. I’ve even framed some of them and have them hung in our home. The 1920s music often had pretty lithographs illustrating the musical scores.
One of my favorite songs is “Till there was You” from The Music Man.” That song is so pretty it makes me smile.
This was such a fun interview. I enjoy learning how an author came to write what she does. And the titles of Maggie’s books being songs from the era in which her books are set, is extra fun. I have been collecting old music scores from throughout the 20th century for many years because I love the illustrations on the covers. I’ve even framed some of them and have them hung in our home. The 1920s music often had pretty lithographs illustrating the musical scores.
One of my favorite songs is “Till there was You” from The Music Man.” That song is so pretty it makes me smile.
This was such a fun interview. I enjoy learning how an author came to write what she does. And the titles of Maggie’s books being songs from the era in which her books are set, is extra fun. I have been collecting old music scores from throughout the 20th century for many years because I love the illustrations on the covers. I’ve even framed some of them and have them hung in our home. The 1920s music often had pretty lithographs illustrating the musical scores.
One of my favorite songs is “Till there was You” from The Music Man.” That song is so pretty it makes me smile.
Laurel, I love looking at old papers–magazine pages, advertisements, posters. I cannot seem to stop myself from browsing when I come across some at antique shows and shops. And you’re right–a friend of mine has old music scores that are absolutely beautiful.
I worked in a historical society for three years and discovered all sorts of fragile ephemera tucked away in the back room…menus, dance cards, letters, bills, and diaries. Fascinating stuff!
Laurel, I love looking at old papers–magazine pages, advertisements, posters. I cannot seem to stop myself from browsing when I come across some at antique shows and shops. And you’re right–a friend of mine has old music scores that are absolutely beautiful.
I worked in a historical society for three years and discovered all sorts of fragile ephemera tucked away in the back room…menus, dance cards, letters, bills, and diaries. Fascinating stuff!
Laurel, I love looking at old papers–magazine pages, advertisements, posters. I cannot seem to stop myself from browsing when I come across some at antique shows and shops. And you’re right–a friend of mine has old music scores that are absolutely beautiful.
I worked in a historical society for three years and discovered all sorts of fragile ephemera tucked away in the back room…menus, dance cards, letters, bills, and diaries. Fascinating stuff!
Laurel, I love looking at old papers–magazine pages, advertisements, posters. I cannot seem to stop myself from browsing when I come across some at antique shows and shops. And you’re right–a friend of mine has old music scores that are absolutely beautiful.
I worked in a historical society for three years and discovered all sorts of fragile ephemera tucked away in the back room…menus, dance cards, letters, bills, and diaries. Fascinating stuff!
Laurel, I love looking at old papers–magazine pages, advertisements, posters. I cannot seem to stop myself from browsing when I come across some at antique shows and shops. And you’re right–a friend of mine has old music scores that are absolutely beautiful.
I worked in a historical society for three years and discovered all sorts of fragile ephemera tucked away in the back room…menus, dance cards, letters, bills, and diaries. Fascinating stuff!
Dan Stevens – be still my beating heart! And I realized that I forgot to mention a song, so I’d like to propose the Beatles “In My Life”. It is such a lovely ballad about how love can create a new world in one’s heart without erasing the old.
Dan Stevens – be still my beating heart! And I realized that I forgot to mention a song, so I’d like to propose the Beatles “In My Life”. It is such a lovely ballad about how love can create a new world in one’s heart without erasing the old.
Dan Stevens – be still my beating heart! And I realized that I forgot to mention a song, so I’d like to propose the Beatles “In My Life”. It is such a lovely ballad about how love can create a new world in one’s heart without erasing the old.
Dan Stevens – be still my beating heart! And I realized that I forgot to mention a song, so I’d like to propose the Beatles “In My Life”. It is such a lovely ballad about how love can create a new world in one’s heart without erasing the old.
Dan Stevens – be still my beating heart! And I realized that I forgot to mention a song, so I’d like to propose the Beatles “In My Life”. It is such a lovely ballad about how love can create a new world in one’s heart without erasing the old.
Yes!! And – me too!
Yes!! And – me too!
Yes!! And – me too!
Yes!! And – me too!
Yes!! And – me too!
Love the excerpt. This series sounds like fun. I can’t choose a favorite song as I like everything from classical to the Beatles to Broadway to present day hits. Stay safe and well.
Love the excerpt. This series sounds like fun. I can’t choose a favorite song as I like everything from classical to the Beatles to Broadway to present day hits. Stay safe and well.
Love the excerpt. This series sounds like fun. I can’t choose a favorite song as I like everything from classical to the Beatles to Broadway to present day hits. Stay safe and well.
Love the excerpt. This series sounds like fun. I can’t choose a favorite song as I like everything from classical to the Beatles to Broadway to present day hits. Stay safe and well.
Love the excerpt. This series sounds like fun. I can’t choose a favorite song as I like everything from classical to the Beatles to Broadway to present day hits. Stay safe and well.
Thank you, Sally. You too!
Thank you, Sally. You too!
Thank you, Sally. You too!
Thank you, Sally. You too!
Thank you, Sally. You too!