Elizabeth R. Andersen, Author

I am absolutely heartbroken. He made so many movies that were a part of my adolescence. He was a talented, joyous artist, and so was his wife. Between his murder, Brown University, and Bondi Beach, the world feels like such a dark place today. 😓

a man in a suit and tie is standing in the rain with his eyes closed . ALT: a man in a suit and tie is standing in the rain with his eyes closed .

There's rain, and then there's atmospheric river in the Pacific Northwest rain.

Autumn in Washington State 😍

Okay, who left the time machine unsupervised again?!
Wait... hang on... I hear they're aiming at someone who claimed medieval people never bathed... we'll come back a little later ;)

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Making a medieval wound poultice with comfrey #herbalmedicine #medievalmedicine #homeremedy YouTube video by Elizabeth R. Andersen Author

A dear friend had an unfortunate accident resulting in some broken bones. It made me think about the medieval plant "knitbone" that genuinely works (on bruises). Learn more about it here: youtube.com/shorts/XpRlY... #herbalmedicine #medievalfacts

As fall rolls in across the northern hemisphere, people's thoughts turn to books and brews (the tea kind and the ale kind) ☕️🍺

It was such a pleasure to watch the Mariners play against the Rockies last night while enjoying a local IPA. A perfect, early autumn #PNW evening out! Not to brag, but I live in the most beautiful state in the US 💙🌲⛰️☔ #seattle #pnwgirl

Officially stepping into my role as board chair for the Historical Novel Society of North America on Oct 1, and I couldn't be more excited. If you write (or aspire to write) fiction set more than 50 years in the past, sign up for our newsletter! hns-conference.com
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During shedding season, there's husky glitter everywhere! ✨ #huskylife YouTube video by Elizabeth R. Andersen Author

Husky owners will understand...
#huskiesofbluesky #huskylife #huskyglitter #rivathesiberian
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Status: sitting in bed in my bathrobe at 1 p.m., chugging coffee and researching the history of autopsies in the 19th c. while waiting for the deep conditioning mask in my hair to do its magic.

Who says that authors with ADHD can't get anything done? #multitasking #ADHDauthor #authorsofbluesky

Making pickles and paella with my parents and my brother's family <3 youtube.com/shorts/sd9R1...

Vanity Radio and TV: Think Twice Before Paying for Interviews - Writer Beware In a super-crowded, hyper-competitive marketplace, one of the main challenges for book authors is to stand out. And where there’s a need, there are always unscrupulous operators waiting to take advant...

Reminder to my author friends to always check if an unsolicited offer in your email sounds too good to be true. I just got this one a few days ago. Thank goodness for Writer Beware: writerbeware.blog/2023/10/13/v...

Here we go again...#husky #huskiesofyoutube #huskyattitude #huskytantrum #huskylife YouTube video by Elizabeth R. Andersen Author

Husky eye roll. This is why I can't write my latest WiP on my bed any more 😂 youtube.com/shorts/nrDiP... #huskiesofbluesky #writerproblems

Actual conversation with my friend Katie this evening. 😑
#rage

Unpacking 'monty Python And The Holy Grail' With A Medieval Historian | In-depth Analysis YouTube video by History Hit

Watching Dr. Janega walk through Monty Python and the Holy Grail and learning some new things about Arthurian lore. Have you used this for research yet, @cmcevasco.bsky.social? 😝🤣😉 www.youtube.com/watch?v=YZwT...

TOMORROW! Come for books, brews, and lots of laughs. Also, there's a wine festival happening a block away at the same time, so you may want to bring a designated driver 🤣 #pnwevents #historicalfiction #booksky

Guess what? I have an Etsy store! Pick up signed copies of my books, or some cheeky alewives merch for your next book club meeting (or bar crawl). Check it out at www.etsy.com/shop/Elizabe... or just search for "Elizabeth R. Andersen" in the Etsy app.

Cheer, wenches! 🍻

You have a Kirkland in Québec, too? How lovely! :-)

Postponed until July 20 - same time, same place! Come join me at Side Hustle Taproom in Kirkland for a pint and a book. Or just come and hang out - I'd love to see you <3 #historicalfiction #pnwauthor #kirklandwa

Things got a bit out of hand in the peony bed

Been doing a spot of gardening lately...
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I had WAY TOO MUCH FUN recording this podcast with @jillianforsberg.bsky.social and @greenleejw.bsky.social a few weeks ago! The Princess Bride through the eyes of two historical fiction authors. And a medieval eel historian, because someone has to explain those shrieking eels!

It's out in the wild! This was such a blast to record :-D

I'm not exaggerating when I say that this conference is what launched my career. Agents and publishers on site, dedicated networking events, master classes, and workshops. If you're on the fence, hop off and go register. It's worth it. hnsconference.regfox.com/june-2025-hn...
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I can't think of a better way to spend my book pub day than recording a podcast all about history and The Princess Bride with the incomparable @greenleejw.bsky.social and @jillianforsberg.bsky.social! I'll let you all know when this #HATM episode is out in the wild <3

Something lurks outside the walls of Colmar... As winter draws to a close, something suspicious lurks outside the walls of Colmar.Appel, Gritta, and Efi, the three alewives of Colmar, are enjoying a calm month of brewing and friendship after solvi...

PUBLICATION DAY!!!! Grab a copy of 'The Monstrous M-rders' and see if you can solve the mystery before anyone else!

#💙📚 #booksky #cozymystery #cosymystery #historicalfiction #newbook #thealewivesofcolmar

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Friends, please support your favorite author today. Buy a book. Read a book. Borrow a book. Let the people who craft your favorite stories know their work is more than just AI training fodder. #dothewritething #writingcommunity #authorsofbluesky

Sleight of Hand: An Alewives of Colmar Mystery Check out this great listen on Audible.com. GOLD MEDAL WINNER: HISTORICAL MYSTERY & CRIME | The Coffee Pot Book Club In the spring of 1354, all was well in the town of Colmar—until Efi Kleven discover...

After a VERY stressful 4 month delay, 'Sleight of Hand' the audiobook is now available on Audible!! 😭
Go get it! www.audible.com/pd/B0F3F2N26Z

#thealewivesofcolmar #historicalfiction #histfic

What's New in Historical Fiction (Originally Recorded March 31, 2025) YouTube video by History Through Fiction

I had so much fun talking all things audiobooks with authors, narrators, and History Through Fiction! Here's the recording if you missed yesterday's podcast recording: www.youtube.com/watch?v=KIEL...

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Cheers to the weekend - it FINALLY arrived!