Life in the Past Lane
Official blog of award-winning romantic historical and military fiction author Jessica James
Keep History In Your Heart for Thanksgiving
November is a month everyone looks forward to as a time to give thanks, meet with family...and eat! But with many of our family gatherings canceled or reduced due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, our celebrations will look different this year. Don't despair. We...
Veterans Day Tribute
Thank a veteran for all we have I'm so glad the nation has a day set aside to honor our veterans. There is something special about those who elect to stand and defend our country at the risk of death... We owe them a great debt of gratitude. Starting with our valiant...
A step back in time at historic Woodlawn
Award-winning author Jessica James visits historic Woodlawn in Ridge, Md., built by Revolutionary War Colonel Mathias Clark.
Historic Ride Through Mosby Country
As many of you know, Fall is my favorite time of year. So when the Virginia Piedmont Heritage Area (formerly the Mosby Heritage Area), scheduled a trail ride near Upperville, I had to go. The drive down to Virginia was spectacular, with the sun rising over...
Sleigh Bell Treasure Found at Antique Sale
Award-winning author Jessica James finds some treasured antique sleigh bells just in time for the release of her new novel Sleigh Bells Ring, a magical cowboy Christmas romance novel.
Sleigh Bells Ring – Romantic Christmas Novella
There are no romantic stories as beautiful as those at Christmas, so pour yourself a cup of hot chocolate and escape from the world for a little while with award-winning author Jessica James’ SLEIGH BELLS RING. The novel is a classic tale of first loves, second chances, and the intertwined destinies of two old friends. A sweet Cowboy Christmas Romance for 2020!
Old Burying Ground in Beaufort, N.C.
Award-winning author Jessica James stops in historic Beaufort, N.C. and visits the Old Burying Grounds Cemetery.
Historic Trail Ride Across Goose Creek Bridge
Award-winning historical fiction author Jessica James rides through history in Virginia, starting at Welbourne and continuing across the historic Goose Creek Bridge near Middleburg.
Lacewood Wins Trio of Awards in 2020
Historical fiction author Jessica James of Gettysburg won her fourth prestigious John Esten Cooke Award for Southern Fiction with her 2019 release of Lacewood.
History on Horseback: Revolutionary War Hero
Magical History Tour Hello everyone! Here is Part II from my "History on Horseback" ride in Mosby Country which was sponsored by the Mosby Heritage Area Association. This post focuses on the Revolutionary War hero and double agent John Champe. Champe isn't a name...
