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Cynthia Elder
Upcoming Events
Wed, Mar 18Historical Novel Society Zoom WebinarThis interactive workshop is for members of the Historical Novel Society of New England interested in learning about how to bring family history to life. Presenters: Cynthia Elder, author of the "Tales of the Sea" Series, along with novelists Robert Spencer and Nancy Kilgore.
Thu, Mar 19Sturgis LibraryJoin novelist Cynthia Elder for an interactive workshop on working with family history records. Bring examples of your own historical documents if you have them. Participants will learn methods of organization, research and archival preservation.
Tue, Mar 24Centerville Public LibraryCynthia Elder will discuss her historical fiction series, "Tales of the Sea," inspired by original letters, ship's logs and journals from a seafaring family from Cape Cod in the 1800s.
Sat, Apr 25Smith's Castle, North KingstownCynthia Elder joins History Professor Charlotte Carrington-Farmer and student researcher Rachel Cabral from Roger Williams University for a presentation on the newly discovered narrative of Thomas White, who escaped from a life of slavery and found freedom on the seas as a ship's cook.- Thu, Jun 18Herreshoff Marine MuseumCynthia Elder will discuss her historical fiction series, "Tales of the Sea," inspired by original letters, ship's logs and journals from a seafaring family from Cape Cod in the 1800s. Reception: 6 pm. Presentation: 7 pm. Book sales & conversation: 8-9 pm
- Thu, Jul 30Cuttyhunk Historical SocietyCynthia Elder will discuss her historical fiction series, "Tales of the Sea," inspired by original letters, ship's logs and journals from a seafaring family from Cape Cod in the 1800s.
- Mon, Sep 14Weaver Library - East Providence PublicCynthia Elder will discuss her historical fiction series, "Tales of the Sea," inspired by original letters, ship's logs and journals from a seafaring family from Cape Cod in the 1800s. This presentation will focus on the lighthouse keepers who watched over sailors during the Age of Sail.
- Thu, Sep 17Savin Hill Yacht ClubCynthia Elder will discuss her historical fiction series, "Tales of the Sea," inspired by original letters, ship's logs and journals from a seafaring family from Cape Cod in the 1800s.
- Tue, Oct 27Low Tide Yacht ClubJosiah Fish of West Barnstable, MA went from sailing on a merchant ship to serving as a soldier in the Union Army during the Civil War. Novelist Cynthia Elder tells his story, one of the real-life figures in her novel, "Tales of the Sea."
Spring 2026Island Free LibraryCynthia Elder will discuss her historical fiction series, "Tales of the Sea," inspired by original letters, ship's logs and journals from a seafaring family from Cape Cod in the 1800s.
For information on hosting a public or private book event, including book club gatherings, please email cynthia@cynthiaelder.com.
Notable
Past Events
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Featured Author, 2025 Newport International Boat Show
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"History on Tap" Speaker, Cape Cod Maritime Museum
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Presenter: "Discovering Thomas White: One Man's Flight from Slavery to Freedom on the Sea" Sponsored by the Bristol Historical & Preservation Society and The Rogers Free Library
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Guest Speaker: The National Society of the Colonial Dames
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Guest Speaker: Hyannis Yacht Club, Bristol Yacht Club, Blue Water Sailing Club and other yachting & sailing clubs.
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Presentations at libraries, book clubs, and historical organizations across New England
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