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Looking for correspondents for Louisa May Alcott is My Passion

You may have noticed that I have not been as active on this blog as I used to be. The combination of writing my book on Elizabeth and health issues has made it challenging to keep up. I would like this blog to have fresh posts more frequently. Therefore, I am reaching out to you. …

My latest “Discover Concord” articles: “Alcott as Their Muse:  Little Women’s Legacy  Honored by Contemporary Authors” from the Summer 2023 issue, and “Beyond Words: The Depth of Louisa May Alcott’s Legacy” from the Summer 2022 issue

Here are two articles I wrote that were published in "Discover Concord" magazine. My apologies for not posting the article from 2022 in a more timely fashion. I have been  utterly immersed in my biography of Elizabeth Alcott (two chapters to go before I finish the first draft!) and therefore, have been neglecting this blog. …

In-person presentation on the life of Louisa May Alcott at the Leominster Public Library, Sunday, November 20

I am thrilled to be able to give, in person, a PowerPoint presentation on the life of Louisa May Alcott at the Leominster, MA Public Library on 30 West Street next Sunday, November 20th, from 2pm to 3:30. Come on down if you're in the area. A Q and A will follow - bring your …

Louisa has gotten a makeover!

Louisa May Alcott is My Passion, that is! It is hoped that this fresh, clean, yet elegant design will make it easier for you to find and read all the information you are looking for on Louisa May Alcott. While the new look will introduce itself with a flashy entrance, it is hoped you will …

Louisa May Alcott is My Passion: The Podcast! Episode Three: Louisa the runner, the real Beth’s piano, and more

"I always thought I must have been a deer or a horse in some former state, because it was such a joy to run." Louisa May Alcott, "Sketch of Childhood, by herself." Welcome to the third episode of Louisa May Alcott is My Passion: The Podcast! Welcome to the third episode of Louisa May Alcott …

Louisa May Alcott is My Passion: The Podcast! Episode One: “Beauty in the humblest things”

Welcome to the premier episode of I will share your message on the July podcast! Your participation is so important. Topics and show notes: A reading Louisa May Alcott: Illuminated by The Message by Susan Bailey, pgs. 88-89, from Work: A Story of Experience * * * * * * * * * * * …

Coming soon to an iTunes near you–Louisa May Alcott is Our Passion Podcast!

Interesting in hearing readings from Louisa May Alcott's works? Fascinated by the family letters? Want to hear about fascinating books regarding the Alcotts, both old and new? Do you want to learn more from leading Alcott scholars, authors and experts? How about a discussion among fans? How about Louisa herself? This and more will be …

A dream book launch–Louisa May Alcott: Illuminated by The Message makes its debut at The Barrow Bookstore in Concord

For an author obsessed with all things Alcott, does it get any better than this? Launching a book about the most famous Alcott, Louisa, in The Barrow, a bookstore housed in a building owned by descendants of Anna Alcott Pratt in the heart of Concord, Massachusetts ... it's a dream come true. A book store …

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 …