My new short story, A Becharmed Callie Christmas, has reached #1 on Amazon! This is amazing, since the book has only been out a few weeks. Here are the stats: #1 in History of the U.S. Confederacy: This book has topped the charts in this category, reflecting its significant impact and resonance with readers. #1 in 90-Minute History Short Reads: This achievement highlights the book’s compelling storytelling and its appeal to history enthusiasts. #4 in American Historical Romance: Achieving a top spot in this highly competitive category is a testament to this book’s captivating narrative and e ..read more

I have a new release! I’m very excited to introduce A Becharmed Callie Christmas, a short story that goes along with the Renegade Series, and takes place approximately between book 1, A Beautiful Glittering Lie, and Book 2, A Beckoning Hellfire. This is the story of Callie Mae Copeland, a minor character in the series, and how Christmas 1862 affects her. Here is the back cover blurb: Christmas comes but once a year … but will it be different this Christmas? Callie Mae Copeland is the only child of affluent landowner, Sullivan Copeland, and his wife, Faye. Because Callie has been doted on her ..read more

Last week, I was featured in an article which appeared on Yahoo finance. This is a very flattering article, and I’m so happy and humbled by it that I wanted to share. Thank you for all your support! J.D.R. Hawkins: Chronicler of Unforgettable Civil War Tales J.D.R. Hawkins Fri, November 10, 2023 at 8:30 AM PST·2 min read REDDING, CA / ACCESSWIRE / November 10, 2023 / In the hallowed annals of literature, there emerges a name that stands as a sentinel at the crossroads of history and storytelling. J.D.R. Hawkins, a devoted author with a penchant for uncovering the untold stories of the C ..read more

J.D.R. Hawkins stands as a distinguished figure in the realm of historical fiction, carving a unique niche by offering readers a Confederate perspective on the American Civil War. As an Amazon, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling, award-winning author, her contributions to the genre are both significant and captivating. In this onsite blog, we’ll delve into the world of J.D.R. Hawkins’ historical civil war fiction books, exploring why they stand out as some of the best war historical fiction books available. 1. A Trailblazer in Civil War Literature: J.D.R. Hawkins holds a rare posit ..read more

My new book, A Becharmed Callie Christmas, will be released soon! This is a short story about one of the characters in the Renegade Series, Callie Mae Copeland. Her story centers around Christmas 1862, and how her world is rapidly changing because of the Civil War. I will keep you posted and let you know when the book is live! I will also be having a giveaway, so stay tuned! Thanks again for all your support! Back cover blurb: Christmas comes but once a year … but will it be different this Christmas? Callie Mae Copeland is the only child of affluent landowner, Sullivan Copeland, and his wife ..read more

Last week, the city of Charlottesville, Virginia decided to have a magnificent piece of artwork destroyed. A statue of Robert E. Lee was melted down after being cut into pieces. The statue had presided over downtown Charlottesville for nearly a century. It was destroyed at an unidentified foundry “somewhere in the U.S. south,” per the Washington Post, which reported organizers are withholding the exact location for safety reasons. A community initiative dubbed “Swords Into Plowshares” plans to use the bronze ingots to create a new work of public art it intends to gift to the city. “Now w ..read more

My novel, A Beautiful Glittering Lie, received this five-star review recently. The book is the first one in the Renegade Series, which tells the story of a family from north Alabama, and how the Civil War impacts them. Thank you so much, Michele Klawitter, for your wonderful review! Michele Klawitter 5.0 out of 5 stars  Beautiful lies for sure Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2023 Verified Purchase This book is a historical fiction centered around the Civil War. Not for the weak hearted. The POV in this is from the south so keep that in mind. Not for everyone but a good read ..read more

I just received this amazing review for my novel, A Beautiful Glittering Lie. This book is the first one in the Renegade Series, which tells the story of a family from north Alabama, and how the Civil War impacts them. Thank you so much, Seth Fishman, for your very in-depth review! “Upon coming across your book, I was immediately drawn in, and I believe that its message has been effectively communicated to me. Please allow me to discuss the strengths of the book as I share my assessment of it. Book Review: “A Beautiful Glittering Lie: A Novel of the Civil War” (The Renegade Series Book 1) “A ..read more

My novel, A Beautiful Glittering Lie, has received more five-star reviews! This is the first book in the Renegade Series, which tells the story of a family from north Alabama, and how the Civil War impacts them. Thank you so much, Jeannine Wickliffe and Anne-Marie Goyette, for your fantastic reviews! Loved this story of one family’s life during the Civil War from the Confederate side. The Summer’s family lives in Alabama and the father joins the Confederate Army. I greatly appreciate that even though a work of fiction the author makes sure that historical accuracy is given on specific events ..read more

I find it interesting that nearly every Southern state has retained its Confederate heritage in its state flag. The flags display representations of the Southern Cross (Alabama, Florida and North Carolina, for instance) or other Confederate flags, such as the Bonnie Blue flag (Georgia and Texas for example). There are a few exceptions to this, like the Mississippi state flag, which was changed in 2021 from this: to this. I hate to say it, but in my humble opinion, a flower has no place on a state flag. In fact, it looks kind of wimpy. However, certain PC woke persons just couldn’t stand hav ..read more