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A Regency Era inspiration for ‘Jaws’?

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on August 29, 2023 by Maria GraceJanuary 31, 2025

How much did Regency era England know about sharks? That’s a great question, and I’m glad you asked.

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Lyme Bay Wrecks

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on July 18, 2023 by Maria GraceJanuary 31, 2025

The newest book makes reference to the ‘Lyme Bay Wrecks’ off Chesil beach. Like many elements in the Dragon series, these are based in historical truths.

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Inspiring A Writer: The Wreck of the Merchant Royal

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on November 21, 2019 by Maria GraceMarch 1, 2025

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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