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The Resilient Legacy of Author Lisa Howard
Posted by Stephanie Good on
Co-author Lisa Howard, a Parkinson’s fitness coach and former sports journalist, dives into the "Little Women" inspiration behind the Roses of the Valley series. Discover the family photo that sparked a journey from Ukraine to South Dakota, the "Godwinks" connecting her to Pennsylvania roots, and how she and her sister, Joan, weave true pioneer history into their captivating novels.
The Journey Preserved: Joan Mueller Peters and the Roses of the Valley
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Co-author Joan Mueller Peters recounts the incredible true story of her ancestor, little Katy Mueller, who immigrated with ten Swiss German Mennonite families from Russia to the Dakota Territory in the 1870s. Learn how she and her sister collaborated to turn family genealogy into the historical novel, Katy: The Little Rose from Ukraine, using a long-lost diary from their great-great-uncle.
SNEAK PEEK: Katy of Rose Valley, Chapter 1
Posted by Liz Petersheim on
Welcome to the new Masthof Press blog — a space where stories, heritage, and inspiration come to life! To kick things off, we’re excited to share the release of Katy of Rose Valley: A New Beginning, the second book in our children’s chapter book series. Follow Katy as she begins a new life in the Dakota Territory!