How did the Norse Yule turn into a Viking Christmas celebration? In 940 to 961 AD, Haakon the Good was the king of Norway, and during his reign, the English court introduced him to Christianity. Haakon then tried to convert the rest of Norway. It must’ve been such an interesting time, with Viking Yule (or winter solstice) traditions mingling with
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My heroine Emily in HER KNIGHT AT THE MUSEUM is an art conservator, and her rescue beagle is named Andy War-Howl. He’s *totally* based on Bingley—which is why he’s very loud! I may need Bingley to sign a release form with his pawprint for @berkleypub. I’m sure he’d be willing to do it for bacon…
I've read this whole book review from @ala_booklist about a dozen times. I'm just thrilled!
I gave it to her when I was telling her about my romcom novel coming out in November…but I didn’t expect her to do this! So sweet!
This flower farm on the outskirts of Chicago was like walking through a dream…perfect fall date 🌻🍁
It’s going to be a beautiful fall in Chicago 🍂🍁
PS he was so excited to get a matching shirt 🥹💙