Tag: Boston

On the Eve of Prohibition in Boston: January 1920

.Reading time 8 minutes.

“Let’s have something.”  Jake turns back from the bar, and pulls a quart of whisky from his pocket. “$10 . . .” he sighs.  “A full Hamilton, this one cost me.” You examine the label in the dim light.  It’s not even one of the better brands.  The bartender glances at the bottle of whisky, smiles, […]

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How street dirt can change the world

.Reading time 9 minutes.

Historical fiction, like any genre of fiction, relies on a solid, engaging storyline, but it’s just as important to get the details right.  Flub those and you’ll quickly lose credibility with readers.  Readers seek out historical fiction to escape into another world, and another time.  Who wouldn’t want to send this coming Monday a few […]

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