Huet Square is the spot from which medieval Sibiu bloomed during the Middle Ages, when Europe was expanding and bursting its banks (population-wise) spilling eastwards. Mignon, magical, legendary, discover with me Huet Square Sibiu, the essence of legends.
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Romanian Martisor, poignant charm, gift from the heart on 1 March, celebrates the old year and the new one, the change, renewal, and hope in the future. Discover its charming tradition with me, then read more 1 March Martisor tales.
Continue reading “Martisor, 1 March, Celebrating Old and New, Change and Hope”Legend of Rasinari, Resin City and a Roman Soldier’s Payslip
The legend of how Rășinari, the resin city by Sibiu, Transylvania, came to be named sprang to mind when I read about the meager payslip of a roman soldier – a 2 000 years old papyrus discovered during excavations at Masada. Yet some legends stem from life…
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I will be talking about my books inspired by Romania ‘s folklore and history on #CarteaDeVineri, Friday 10 February at 8pm UTC+02. Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/553203800067539 – Watch the VIDEO below, in case you missed it 😉
With heartfelt thanks to DOR Romanian Diaspora (especially Andra Craig and Sorina Stallard) and to Vocea Diasporei & Rezistenta din Diaspora for facilitating and organizing this event.
Continue reading “Talking Books, Romania ‘s Folklore and History, on #CarteaDeVineri this Friday”I’m Author of the Year, Spillwords Press Awards!
Thank you all for voting me Author of the Year on Spillwords Press Awards MMXXIII! I won!!! (and I am still pitching myself) 😊
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