I felt revulsion for the discrimination faced by the remarkable and admirable Lucile Atcherson. What is more revolting is what Pete Hegseth is doing to women in today's military. Change for women is maddeningly slow. Two steps forward and twenty steps backward.
This looks like it was a wonderful visit. I noticed the mural of Camille Claudel. It is by the same artist who painted the mural in Chartres of Jean Moulin! — Australian street artist Jimmy C (James Cochran). Extraordinary work!
I am envious of your travels! I love all the repurposed spaces you discovered. And always great to hear more of the stories behind your books. I know Jo Piazza, by the way! We did a publicity luncheon together in NYC many years ago. She's wonderful, a real force. Looking forward to seeing you when you're back in Paris! xoJennifer
It is a joy to see these spaces renovated and used in a different way. I wish we Americans could renovate instead of destroy and rebuild.... I have never met Jo, but loved her book The Sicilian Inheritance. See you when I get back from visiting my in-laws! xo
So glad to discover yet another strong woman, Janet! Just like the Cards in your book, Lucile Atcherson is someone I would have loved to meet. Thanks also for introducing little known (to me) Roubaix, France has so many gems of towns!
Thank you so much for reading, Anca! Yes, I love La Piscine in Roubaix. I was there in March and went to the tearoom inside the museum, had a glass of champagne with lunch, and almost wept with joy.
I felt revulsion for the discrimination faced by the remarkable and admirable Lucile Atcherson. What is more revolting is what Pete Hegseth is doing to women in today's military. Change for women is maddeningly slow. Two steps forward and twenty steps backward.
Yes, you are right. We make progress and it is stripped away. We have to keep going, keep pivoting, keep fighting - but it is hard.
This looks like it was a wonderful visit. I noticed the mural of Camille Claudel. It is by the same artist who painted the mural in Chartres of Jean Moulin! — Australian street artist Jimmy C (James Cochran). Extraordinary work!
I didn't even think about checking into the name of the street artist, I was so focused on Camille Claudel. I will look up his work!
The only reason I looked it up was because it was so strikingly similar to the mural in Chartres. Thanks for the post!
Your book is a highlighted staff recommendation right now at a local library.🥰
I'm so happy to hear that!🤗❤️📘
Lucille...what a woman!
What is the recent Paris heist? I missed that juicy story.
Thieves broke into the Louvre and stole jewels! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2025_Louvre_heist
Wow! Done during open hours in 8 minutes!!
Yes, it shocked everyone!
Toujours - A Movable Feast
Yes, it is a classic!
Hey Janet! Of course the Paris Library is my favorite! It would be a blast to come see you! Have a great summer!
Thank you so much, Erin! You made my day. I hope that you will have a great summer, too! xo
I am envious of your travels! I love all the repurposed spaces you discovered. And always great to hear more of the stories behind your books. I know Jo Piazza, by the way! We did a publicity luncheon together in NYC many years ago. She's wonderful, a real force. Looking forward to seeing you when you're back in Paris! xoJennifer
It is a joy to see these spaces renovated and used in a different way. I wish we Americans could renovate instead of destroy and rebuild.... I have never met Jo, but loved her book The Sicilian Inheritance. See you when I get back from visiting my in-laws! xo
Wow! You had such a busy month, glad you were able to escape the heat!
It was super busy! I'm glad that we could beat the heat, too. It melted my brain. See you soon! xo
La Piscine looks amazing--and thank you for the story of Lucile Atcherson. What a brilliant woman; thanks for bringing her fight to our attention.
It is amazing! Yes, Lucile Atcherson was incredible. Her story reminds us that we have to continue to fight for our rights.📘❤️
Fabulous giveaway!
I loved our giveaway, too! Vive la France! xoxo
Janet- I have so enjoyed all of your books! My favorite book set in Paris is All the Light We Cannot See.
Thank you so much! Yes, that is an amazing book! xo
So glad to discover yet another strong woman, Janet! Just like the Cards in your book, Lucile Atcherson is someone I would have loved to meet. Thanks also for introducing little known (to me) Roubaix, France has so many gems of towns!
Thank you so much for reading, Anca! Yes, I love La Piscine in Roubaix. I was there in March and went to the tearoom inside the museum, had a glass of champagne with lunch, and almost wept with joy.
Thank you for all these details about Lucille. She found ways to do great things in her life.