Logging Camps and My Next Novel
The harvest of virgin Minnesota white pine occurred in the later half of the 19th Century and early 20th Century. Everyone thought the supply of timber would never end. My Danish grandfather worked as a logger in the Bemidji area in the 1890s. It was dangerous work, but available to immigrants needing to get established […]
The Lost Forty
As part of my research for a new historical novel set in a logging camp in Northern Minnesota, I recently visited the Lost Forty in the Chippewa National Forest. Actually 144 acres, the Lost Forty has the only remaining virgin white pine in the state. It survived the logger’s ax because of a surveying error. […]
National Anthology Book Signing
Author Candace Simar Included in National Anthology Book Signing December 14 at Cattales Books Award-winning Pequot Lakes author celebrates her story, “Berserker on the Prairie,” included in Five Star Cengage’s anthology titled “The Spoilt Quilt and Other Frontier Stories,” edited by Hazel Rumney. The book includes other stories by Sandra Dallas, Larry D. Sweazy, Matthew […]
Will Rogers Medallion Award Finalist and Peacemaker Winner
Last week I found out that Escape to Fort Abercrombieis a finalist in the Will Rogers Medallion Awards and also received the Peacemaker Award from the Western Fictioneers. I feel so blessed to be in the company of so many great writers. This photo is from a 2018 visit to Fort Abercrombie historical site in […]
Finding My Tribe
Writing is a solitary endeavor. It helps to network with other writers from time to time. Last week I hosted a tea party for local writers. The guests were limited to the number I could seat around my dining room table. Sue Ready, a blogger and book reviewer, hosted with me. My job was to […]
Pequot Lakes’ Timeless Appeal showcases Candace Simar Books
Timeless Appeal in Pequot Lakes is a new shop showcasing local artists and authors. Cathy Malecha started this little treasure after Memorial Day because she saw an opportunity to celebrate artisans of all genres to the many tourists who visit this area. She was nice enough to include my books. Thank you, Cathy! I really […]
[Video] Fort Abercrombie
Candace Simar discusses her exciting new book “Escape to Fort Abercrombie” on video.
Escape to Fort Abercrombie Book Launch
Thanks to all of you who helped make the launch of Escape to Fort Abercrombie a success. How fun to connect with readers. The Crossing Arts Alliance graciously hosted the event and Lakes Area Music Festival allowed us to use their beautiful space for my book reading. My daughter, Faith Kimbler, helped with the food […]
Booklist Review of Escape to Fort Abercrombie by Candace Simar
Getting closer to the release of Escape to Fort Abercrombie. I’m very pleased with this Booklist review. What do you think? Booklist (12-12-17) This title releases FEB 2018 “The bittersweet ending leaves the reader just the right amount of unfinished drama to complete the next chapter in his or her own mind. A good read.” […]
Escape to Fort Abercrombie coming February 2018
Today my publicist, Krista Soukup of the BLUE COTTAGE AGENCY joined me for a work day to plan the release of ESCAPE TO FORT ABERCROMBIE. This new YA/Crossover is set to be released by Five Star Cengage (a subsidy of the Thorndike Conglomeration) in February 2018. What is a YA/Crossover? It’s a young adult book […]