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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
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
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
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
Author Candace Simar Visits Fort Abercrombie
On Sunday, August 12, Fort Abercrombie helped me celebrate the release of my new book, Escape to Fort Abercrombie. Publicist and Agent, Krista Soukup from Blue Cottage Agency did a great job in promoting the event and taking photographs. Leah
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
Whiskey Creek
The rivers around Fort Abercrombie are beautiful. Known as the “Gateway to the Dakotas,” Fort Abercrombie was built on the Red River of the North.
Grant County Museum in Elbow Lake, Minnesota
I love all museums, but I have a special place in my heart for the museum at Elbow Lake, Minnesota. Although Fort Pomme de Terre
Cold Spring Historical Society Museum
— I love small town museums. Often they inspire stories. I recently visited the Cold Spring Historical Society Museum. They have a wonderful antique quilt
The Grasshopper Chapel in Cold Spring, MN
One of the most dramatic aspects of the Rocky Mountain Locust Plagues of the 1870s was Governor Pillsbury’s call for a day of prayer on
Cold Spring Historical Society and Library Event
On March 8, 2023, I presented a program at Cold Spring, Minnesota, sponsored by the Cold Spring Library and Historical Society. My topic? The Rocky
Writer’s Retreat with Candace Simar
About a dozen writer friends and I spent a delightful three days at the Baymont Inn in Baxter, MN. We accomplished our objective of encouraging
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
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,”
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
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
Author Candace Simar Visits Fort Abercrombie
On Sunday, August 12, Fort Abercrombie helped me celebrate the release of my new book, Escape to Fort Abercrombie. Publicist and Agent, Krista Soukup from
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
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