Statue of Edgar Allan Poe at the Virginia State Capitol
Statue of Dark Romantic poet and storyteller Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849) at the Virginia State Capitol, at the corner of 9th Street and Capitol Square in Richmond, Virginia.
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The River of Rain — All Parts
Twenty-five years ago, I self-published my novella The River of Rain, a philosophical exploration of freedom, human nature, and the modern world. For the past 24 weeks or so, to mark its anniversary, I have released a fully revised edition, chapter by chapter, every Wednesday. This is the novel as it was meant to be. [ ]
Spirited, Engaging Talks at the 12th Annual Emerging Civil War Symposium
The depth and breadth of American Civil War history can be daunting, even for the most enthusiastic history buff. Sometimes, however, a talented speaker and engaging presentation can bring to life subjects you may not have even known about. That is the goal of the Emerging Civil War Symposium, held annually in late summer to [ ]
The Garden
Model Luna Mae at the Sunken Garden and Warner Castle in Rochester, New York.
Among My Best Back Cover Blurbs
Haunted Highways of Virginia probably has one of my best back cover blurbs: Every mile of cracked asphalt and winding highway in Virginia whispers stories of bloodshed, betrayal, and the unexplained. From colonial-era graveyards and Civil War battlefields to ghost towns, haunted roadsides, and legendary bridges, bone-deep local legends and first-person encounters await. You’ll meet [ ]
The River of Rain: Epilogue
Twenty-five years ago, I self-published The River of Rain, a philosophical exploration of freedom, human nature, and the modern world. To mark its anniversary, I’m releasing a fully revised edition, one chapter every Wednesday. This is the novel as it was meant to be. Continued from Chapter 19. Ariana found herself smothered by people on [ ]
Haunted Highways of Virginia is Now Available!
After waiting patiently for nearly a year, I m excited to announce that my new book Haunted Highways of Virginia has been officially released today! This is my second title published by The History Press (this one under their imprint Haunted America). My first, Witchcraft in Illinois, came out in 2017. I m especially proud of this [ ]