Jean Mondham first discovered her love of history in the 1990s. The hidden gems of times and events long forgotten lay buried in archives, waiting to be excavated. For her, the idea is an intriguing treasure hunt.

She describes her writing process as seeking the untold stories of the real individuals and events that helped shape the territories of a younger America, and craft it into the country we see today.

Mondham’s stories weave back through history to unfold the experiences– hardships endured and victories won –over unrelenting terrain and unscrupulous villains.

Her first novel, Promises of Gold, is nearing publication. Please join the email list to receive updates on progress, projects, events and blog posts, and be invited to community forums which will help curate intriguing leads for the next historical exploration.