The Historical Novel Society Conference, held at Dartington, gave me the opportunity to explore the county of Devon, on the southwest coast of England. It was thrilling to hear some of my favorite authors speak, especially, Diana Gabaldon and Kate Quinn.

Greenway was the vacation home of Agatha Christie.
This boathouse inspired the scene of the crime in Agatha Christie's DEAD MAN'S FOLLY.
The Historical Novel Society held their 2024 conference on the Dartington Estate.
Anna Neima explores Dartington's fascinating history in her book, THE UTOPIANS.
A BAP served at our hotel in Totnes. It's a full English breakfast on a bun.
The Beatles posed for a photograph at this spot in Plymouth.
The Mayflower was launched from here in 1620.
Plymouth docks.