On Thursday I toured Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House. I was anxious to see the artifacts pictured in The Annotated Little Women, edited by John Matteson and took a vacation day to see them as November can get swallowed up in holiday preparations. If you live anywhere near Concord and can get to this exhibit, …
Fun, surprises and inspiration at John Matteson’s book signing of The Annotated Little Women
This past Sunday, November 8, a group of Alcott enthusiasts had the distinct pleasure of attending a book signing and reading with John Matteson, the editor of The Annotated Little Women at The Concord Bookstore. Surprise! As he was about to speak, we were greeted with a surprise guest, "Louisa" (aka Jan Turnquist) herself! She …
Book Review: River of Grace from In the Bookcase blog
I received a comprehensive and beautiful review of River of Grace from our friend Tarissa of the In the Bookcase blog (she's the one who did the Louisa May Alcott reading challenge with us over the summer). Here's a taste of it: Susan Bailey is an accomplished researcher of all things pertaining to American author …
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Unearthing some golden nuggets from the Annotated Little Women edited by John Matteson
I couldĀ notĀ leave this book without revealing a fewĀ of John Mattesonās wonderful insights into Little Women and Louisa May Alcott. I will begin with the introduction, āLittle Pilgrims.ā Reflecting real life āLittle Women retains its importance in part because it recognizes that many of our most potent enemies lie within us and that life is far …
The Annotated Little Women edited by John Matteson is a treasure
Just when you think there can't be anything more revealed about the Alcotts, something new and wonderful comes our way. A treasure chest This rich and gorgeous volume of Little Women is filled with treasures that delight any fan of the March family from the casual reader to the Alcott wonk (like me). John Matteson …
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Louisa May Alcott, the Pope and me
I write articles and a monthly column for our local Catholic newspaper. This is my October column. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Autumn in New England turns my heart towards Concord where an antique brown colonial stands. …
Wonderful audio series on YouTube by The Barrow bookstore in Concord
Looking for a first edition volume of Jo's Boys? Perhaps you've been searching for works done by friends of the Concord authors or biographers whose books are hard to find. Maybe you want an older copy of Walden by Thoreau or Nature by Emerson. For antique books by the Concord authors,Ā The Barrow Bookstore in Concord, …
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Life restored after a season of loss: “River of Grace: Creative Passages Through Difficult Times” in word and song
This past Wednesday was a BIG day. This arrived in the mail ... But that was not all. I also got the final mix of my soundtrack CD for River of Grace from the producer. And I have to say he really outdid himself. I sent him a text back with 7 hearts - one …
It’s here! A folk art rendition of The Wayside (aka Hillside), home of the real-life little women
You may recall a series of posts on the progress of a folk art painting by Joyce Pyka of The Wayside. It is now complete and ready for the wall of your living room, writing room or bedroom. The prints for this painting are reasonably priced at $18.40 and measure 24 x 20; department stores …
Off to the publisher–my prayer book on Louisa May Alcott!
Done! I just sent off my manuscript for the Louisa May Alcott volume in the series called Literary Portals to Prayer. Look for the book to appear in late December (maybe in time for Christmas!) or January. You can pre-order now on Amazon! To those of you who contributed passages, thank you! Oh, and by …
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Louisa May Alcott is My Passion 