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Celebrating World Lizard Day

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on August 14, 2026 by Maria GraceAugust 12, 2026

So today is World Lizard Day. A day to recognize all things cold-blooded and lizard-y!

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Impertinence and Impropriety: The Role of Dragon Voices in Jane Austen’s World

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on June 20, 2023 by Maria GraceSeptember 16, 2026

Dragons as a literary device? No, wait, seriously!

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Ebbing and Flowing Well

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on January 17, 2023 by Maria GraceSeptember 16, 2026

This latest book has had the distinction of pulling me down quite a few research rabbit holes. This one led to quite an unusual little spot that ended up in the book after all: Ebbing and Flowing Well.

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The Texas Dip or Bowing to Dragons

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on October 30, 2021 by Maria GraceSeptember 16, 2026

I needed some real life inspiration for what proper dragon greetings would look like.

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Inspiring A Writer: The Wreck of the Merchant Royal

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on November 21, 2019 by Maria GraceSeptember 16, 2026

One of the joys–and trials–of writing historical fiction, even historical fantasy, is the historical part. Especially in historical fantasy, nailing the historical details makes the world so much richer that it is easier to suspend disbelief when the dragons saunter in and take over. I’ve written about how the dragon myths of Britain helped inspire the Blue Order and the characters and situations of Elizabeth and Darcy, In the latest dragon book, I found myself … Continue reading →

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