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Feel free to take a look around. I write books in which honor, courage, duty—and of course, love—are major themes. From the Revolutionary War to America’s current War on Terror, my’ heroes are everyday men and women who do extraordinary things.
Whether historical or contemporary, my novels are clean, old-fashioned stories that satisfy avid romance enthusiasts, while containing enough action, adventure, and suspense to appeal to male suspense and thriller readers as well.
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Latest From Jessica James
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...
History on Horseback: A Ride Back in Time
Where Time Stands Still History on Horseback: I'm not sure which one I enjoyed more this past Saturday: Getting to go on a two-hour trail ride through some of the most beautiful scenery in the country, or getting to hear first-hand accounts about the history of our...
Civil War fort a great find at the beach
Award-winning historical fiction author Jessica James visits Civil War Fort Macon in North Carolina beach town.
Birds, bears, babies…and unicorns
This has been an amazing year for wildlife! First I had a bear. Then I had birds that I've never seen before at the feeder. And now I have this little guy spending time in the yard every day. His mother is never too far away, but she seems to trust us even if we're...
Bird watching during a Pandemic
Award-winning author Jessica James takes a look at the birds in her backyard during the 2020 pandemic.
Poppy Day, Memorial Day and the cost of freedom
Award-winning author Jessica James places flags on the graves of fallen heroes from the Revolutionary War at the Lower Marsh Creek Church Cemetery outside Gettysburg, Pa.
A night-time visitor in Gettysburg
The lovely month of May Even though I'm spending a lot of time at home, it still seems like time is flying by. It's almost mid-May already! Speaking of being at home, check out my latest visitor. I thought the squirrels were hard on the feeder! He bent the iron hook...
Do-si-Doe! Backyard happy hour
Just a short post today that will hopefully bring a smile to your face. This happens every year at this time in my backyard playground. I guess deer get spring fever just like the rest of us. (If you have your sound on, yes the snort is me. Sorry.) [video...
Fixing ‘quarantine fever’ with some dandelion tea
Award-winning author Jessica James makes homemade dandelion tea during the COVID-19 pandemic quarantine.