Late September 2024 – Janelle Molony share tales on Civil War related events, the establishment of Marion County, Westward travel experiences, and more! *STILL BOOKING*
The 1864 Diary of Mrs. Sarah Jane Rousseau is receiving some wonderful attention from readers, experts, awards committees, publishing professionals, and more!
Well, I honestly couldn’t think of a better way to launch Emigrant Tales of the Platte River Raids than by heading straight to the ol’ Rousseau hometown in San Bernardino, County, California. The reception was warm and the crowds lively, even though the breeze had me adding on some layers. (Videos included!)
“All the atmospheric charm of a novel, but [with] the emotional impetus of true and living history that still impacts us today. … contributing significantly to the literary history of the American West.” – Readers’ Favorite (Read more Professional Reviews here.)
This 2023-2024 new release has it all for fans of Wild West legends and lore. And for those obsessed with Civil War stories, this book has new battles for you to delve into.
Publishing the full, unabridged version of Mrs. Rousseau’s diary would ultimately mean that Earp fans could finally see for themselves the intricate connection between our families and how the boys James, Wyatt, Morgan, and Warren come of age under dire circumstances and a roughneck father. Click to read more…
Sensational historical Overland-California Trail accounts are merged into a comprehensive bird’s-eye view by historian Janelle Molony. She identifies the links between several well-known moving pieces that contributed toward one of the largest series of depredations, theft, and bloodshed in the “Black Hills” of Wyoming during the summer of 1864.
October, 1864 – A Wagon Train Divided. “[Earp] told the whole train he would give up his Captaincy unless they would adhere to the rules he gave.” To get across the Mohave Desert, the Pella Company would need a leader with more diplomacy…