Season 6, Episode 5 - Candace Simar
This episode of History Through Fiction: The Podcast is sponsored by Brock Meier, author of the novel The Stone Cutter. A doomed quest of love and ambition, awash in the glories of the Nabataean Kingdom.
Season 6, Episode 5 of History Through Fiction: The Podcast has Candace Simar, the author of Sister Lumberjack. During the interview, host Colin Mustful talks with Simar about how her own family history inspires her stories, what life was like for 19th century lumberjacks, and the history behind the Benedictine Health System. Don't miss this great chat!
See this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4VqZmWdcE70
About the Author
Candace Simar is a celebrated author who blends her Scandinavian roots with a passion for history in her novels about Minnesota and North Dakota's early days. She has won the Spur Award and been a finalist for her Abercrombie Trail series, and her work extends to award-winning short stories and poetry. Candace's books include historical novels like Escape to Fort Abercrombie and collections such as Dear Homefolks. Her writing has earned accolades from various contests, including the Bob Dylan Creative Writing Contest. She loves discussing her work with book clubs and groups around the country.
