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Prince Arthur’s Funeral: Ceremony, Despair and Shifting Politics in 1502

I am delighted to be hosting day 13 of Dr Sean Cunningham's blog tour for his latest book, Prince Arthur: The Tudor King Who Never Was. Sean has written a fascinating guest article for us, about Arthur Tudor's funeral. Prince Arthur’s Funeral: Ceremony, Despair and Shifting Politics in 1502 Unlike many other of the main events connected with Arthur’s life, the herald’s eyewitness record of his funeral ceremonies and procession from Ludlow to Worcester is matched by full financial records … [Read More...]

Claude of France: Anne Boleyn’s Royal Mistress

I am delighted to share with you a guest post about Queen Claude of France, by Sylvia Barbara Soberton, author of The Forgotten Tudor Women: Margaret Douglas, Mary Howard & Mary Shelton and Golden Age Ladies: Women Who Shaped the Courts of Francis I and Henry VIII, available from Amazon. Claude of France: Anne Boleyn’s royal mistress By Sylvia Barbara Soberton Anne Boleyn spent seven years at the French court serving as one of Queen Claude’s maids of honour. Anne’s sojourn in France had … [Read More...]

Colouring History – The Tudors

I have some exciting news! I am collaborating with my dear friend Kathryn Holeman—who just so happens to be a super talented illustrator and designer—to bring you Colouring History - The Tudors, the first of our history themed colouring books for adults! Book Blurb... This unique and beautifully illustrated colouring book for grown-ups, features images and scenes inspired by the ever-fascinating Tudor dynasty.  It will provide hours of joy and relaxation, and is a great way to unwind after … [Read More...]

Q & A with Lauren Johnson

  Welcome back to On the Tudor Trail Lauren! Please tell us about your new book, ‘So Great a Prince: England and the Accession of Henry VIII’. What makes 1509 such a fascinating year? There were two things that drew me to this point in History: firstly, it’s the year when Henry VIII took the throne, a teenage king in a continent full of middle aged rulers and a very different character from the Holbein-esque strong man we’re familiar with. Secondly, the wider world of 1509 is … [Read More...]

Final Day of the Book Tour!

The final day of our book tour was hosted by Lara at tudorhistory.org. In this last post, Sarah shared some of the places that she found most beguiling. Read Sarah's article here! A big thank you to all our hosts for helping us celebrate the release of In the Footsteps of the Six Wives of Henry VIII, and a huge thank you to you, our readers, for following along. Love, Nat x … [Read More...]

Day 7 Book Tour – Rye House and Katherine Parr

A big thank you to Tamise from the Lady Jane Grey Reference Guide for hosting day 7 of our book tour. Today we have another extract from our new book to share with you. I hope you enjoy reading about Rye House and Katherine Parr. … [Read More...]

Day 6 Virtual Book Tour – A Royal Procession and the Frozen Thames

Day 6 of our book tour was hosted by Charlie Fenton on her blog, Through the Eyes of Anne Boleyn. For this stop, I wrote an article entitled, 'A Royal Procession and the Frozen Thames'. I do hope you enjoy it! … [Read More...]

Day 5 Virtual Book Tour – Q&A with Natalie Grueninger

Day 5 of our virtual book tour was hosted by the lovely folk at Tudor Times. Click here to read my interview with Melita Thomas. … [Read More...]

Day 4 Virtual Book Tour – The Making of an English Queen

Day 4 of our virtual book tour was hosted by Olga at nerdalicious.com.au. For this stop, Sarah wrote about her reflections on 'The Making of an English Queen'. It's a wonderful article, so do pop over! … [Read More...]

Day 3 Virtual Book Tour – Book Extract

It is day 3 of our book tour, hosted by Sarah Bryson at Queen to History. We have shared an extract from In the Footsteps of the Six Wives of Henry VIII; the introduction to the section on Katherine of Aragon. We do hope you enjoy it! … [Read More...]

Day 2 Virtual Book Tour – The Anne of Cleves Panels

A big thank you to Claire from The Anne Boleyn Files, for hosting day 2 of our virtual book tour. Click here to read about the rediscovery of the Anne of Cleves heraldic panels. In this guest article, Sarah Morris, co-author of In the Footsteps of the Six Wives of Henry VIII, shares some of the amazing synchronistic events that occurred during the investigation. There's also another chance to win a copy of our new book! … [Read More...]

Day 1 Virtual Book Tour – The Power of Places

Yesterday was an exciting day. It was publication day for In the Footsteps of the Six Wives of Henry VIII and Day 1 of our Virtual Book Tour! I spoke to the lovely folk over at Queen Anne Boleyn Historical Writers about the power of places. I also donated a copy of our new book to giveaway, so be sure to pop over and enter the draw. A heartfelt thank you for sharing news of our book’s release on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. I am so very grateful for all the messages of congratulations … [Read More...]