Tag Archives: Sharon Bennett Connolly

Books 2026 – on sale today – Heroines of the Tudor World (paper back) by Sharon Bennett Connolly

Posted on 15th July 2026 by ladyjanegreyreference

‘These are the women who ruled, the women who founded dynasties, the women who fought for religious freedom, their families and love. These are the women who made a difference, who influenced countries, kings and the Reformation. Heroines of the … Continue reading →

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Was Jane Queen for 9 or 13 days?

Posted on 7th July 2026 by ladyjanegreyreference

Sharon Bennett Connolly (author of Heroines of the Tudor World) Technically, I suppose, she was queen for 9 days as she was proclaimed queen 4 days after the death of Edward VI. However… ever since the 13th century, it has … Continue reading →

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‘Princesses of the Early Middle Ages: Royal Daughters of the Conquest’ Interview with Sharon Bennett Connolly

Posted on 16th June 2026 by ladyjanegreyreference

‘Princesses of the Early Middle Ages: Royal Daughters of the Conquest’ by Sharon Bennett Connolly was published by Pen and Sword on 30th March. Sharon Bennett Connolly is a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society and best-selling author of 8 … Continue reading →

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Books 2026 – on sale today – Princesses of the Early Middle Ages: Royal Daughters of the Conquest by Sharon Bennett Connolly

Posted on 30th March 2026 by ladyjanegreyreference

‘Daughters of kings were often used to seal treaty alliances and forge peace with England’s enemies. Princesses of the Early Middle Ages: Royal Daughters from the Conquest will explore the lives of these young women, how they followed the stereotype, … Continue reading →