Blog Archive
1. Guest Blog by Harold Coyle: Supplemental Readings for A Savage War of Empire
October 31, 2025
When Harold Coyle wrote A Savage War of Empire, he drew upon four works in particular to shape his understanding of the French and Indian War and its lasting impact on the American colonies. These books provided both the historical foundation and the inspiration he needed to bring the story to...
2. Book Club Questions for No Small Thing: A Novel of the American Revolution
September 22, 2025
Bookseller Blaise H calls No Small Thing: A Novel of the American Revolution “definitely a recommendation,” praising its “depth and flesh.” With richly drawn characters like Anthony Carter, Edward Shields, and Lady Katherine Trent, the newest novel from New York Times bestseller Harold Coyle invites readers to experience the American...
3. Interview with Harold Coyle on New Release No Small Thing
August 29, 2025
The American Revolution wasn’t just fought with muskets—it was carved in courage, loss, and raw determination. In No Small Thing, New York Times bestselling author Harold Coyle delivers a pulse-pounding journey through the heart of a nation being born. From the blood-soaked heights of Breed’s Hill to the icy gamble...
4. Seven Days That Made America
July 4, 2025
Happy Fourth of July! But even as we gather to celebrate, we know America was not built in a day – or even across a single battlefield. There were many moments of resolve and sacrifice occurred in the halls of government just as often as fields of fire. In the...
5. Supplemental Reading for Taps on the Walls: Poems from the Hanoi Hilton
July 2, 2025
6. Why National Great Poetry Reading Day is the Perfect Day to Destress
April 28, 2025
Reducing stress is one of the most important things we can do for our physical and mental well-being. Since April is Stress Awareness Month, and April 28th is National Great Poetry Reading Day, we’re sharing the surprising and significant ways reading poetry can reduce stress. Rhythmic poetry can calm your...
7. Women in the Military: From Support Roles to the Front Lines
March 28, 2025
We're diving into the fascinating and tumultuous history of women in the U.S. military. Women have played a crucial role in military capacities since colonial times. They also navigated a complex journey toward inclusion, breaking down gender barriers. This blog highlights how women have reshaped the armed forces and created...
8. Journey of Frank Lloyd Wright: Love, Loss, and Architectural Legacy
February 28, 2025
Frank Lloyd Wright is one of America’s most beloved architects. While people around the world appreciate his architectural legacy, few people realize the dramatic ups and downs that marked his career and personal life. He experienced deeply fulfilling career successes followed by professional exhaustion. Domestic bliss was followed by social...
9. Why This Historical Nonfiction Book is So Relevant Today
January 31, 2025
Politics, Partnerships, & Power: The Lives of Ralph E. and Marguerite Stitt Church is an engrossing and entertaining read about a remarkable couple in twentieth-century Illinois politics with themes that still resonate in 2025. America is on the brink of change. Swings in congressional cycles. Evolving policy decisions. While any...
10. Behind the Scenes: Three Rejected Titles for Master Wings Publishing
December 20, 2024
We judge books by their covers, but perhaps even more so by their titles! Selecting the right title is a critical part of the creation of a book, and it can be a complex task. It’s not just about picking a catchy phrase, it’s also about capturing the heart and...
