Michelle Moran, Nefertiti at Target

I have mentioned before that Target has a very small historical fiction section but it seems to me I have noticed that they pick the bread and butter of HF novels for their stores.

I received an email from Michelle Moran stating that Target has picked up her novel "Nefertiti". Cool Right? I had to share with all of you Michelle's news. If you read below there are some extra goodies. Congrats Michelle on your well deserved success, I am so going to buy this at Target.

"This week, Target unveiled their choice of NEFERTITI as their next Book Club Pick, and I could not be more excited!!!!!!

Because I've known about this for several months, it's been tremendously difficult to keep this under wraps, especially when Random House sent me the brand new cover. Target requested something a little more modern, with lots of gold and spectacular scenery. Few things are as evocative of ancient Egypt as its painted halls and temples. I think Crown's art department did a wonderful job.

Because of this unique opportunity, there are all sorts of extra goodies in the new Target paperback, including a "Dear Target Guest" letter at the front of the book which offers readers the opportunity to receive a free signed bookplate (offer limited to US residents only)!

Yes, in celebration of NEFERTITI becoming Target's Book Club pick, I am offering my readers signed NEFERTITI bookplates for as long as supplies last! Bookplates are stickers meant to be placed in the front of a book, and these are just beautiful"!

A Rewind To Nefertiti by Michelle Moran

I know what you are thinking this was Michelle's break out novel but Nefertiti is constantly in my thoughts and I can not wait to read this novel.

"The sweeping story of a powerful Egyptian family, Nefertiti: A Novel tells the tale of two sisters, the first of whom is destined to rule as one of history’s most fascinating queens.

Beautiful Nefertiti and her sister, Mutnodjmet, have been raised far from the court of their aunt, the Queen of Egypt. But when the Pharaoh of Egypt dies, their father’s power play makes Nefertiti wife to the new and impetuous king. It is hoped she will temper King Amunhotep’s desire to overturn Egypt’s religion, but the ambitious Nefertiti encourages Amunhotep’s outrageous plans instead, winning the adoration of the people while making powerful enemies at court. Younger yet more prudent, Mutnodjmet is her sister’s sole confidant, and only she knows to what lengths Nefertiti will go for a child to replace the son of Amunhotep’s first wife.

As King Amunhotep’s commands become more extravagant, he and Nefertiti ostracize the army, clergy, and Egypt’s most powerful allies. Then, when Mutnodjmet begins a dangerous affair with a general, she sees how tenuous her situation is at her own sister’s court. An epic story that resurrects ancient Egypt in vivid detail, Nefertiti: A Novel:

“Brings ancient Egypt to life as two royal sisters struggle to find fulfillment and happiness—one craving ultimate political power, the other desiring only to follow her heart.” India Edghill, author of Wisdom’s Daughter

“There haven’t been two more fascinating or outrageous siblings since the Boleyn sisters burst onto the pages of historical fiction. Nefertiti is totally obsessive reading.” Robin Maxwell, author of The Secret Diary of Anne Boleyn"

My Dreams of Egypt: Nefertiti

My dreams of Egypt, they seem to never go away. Nefertiti one of my favorite historical leading ladies. I had her stuck in my head and she would not leave me alone. I finished her last night and I think my piece does her justice. I made her with color pencils, scanned her into my computer, and thought it would be fun this time to add a digital background. I hope you all love her as much as I do. All of my art is a labor of love. Lately everyone has been giving me such wonderful support that I am beginning to amaze myself. To think I am capable of making such beautiful pieces, I am still in shock, to the point where I sometimes can not believe it. Maybe just like wine it gets better with age but who knows. Mary of Scots is next on my list.

Top News, hidden face in famous Nefertiti bust

The associated press released today that a CT scan was performed on the famous Nefertiti bust in Germany. The scan which is the type used to find cancer masses came up with some very interesting results. It had been speculated that that the bust had a stone in the middle for support of the layers of stucco. A hidden more realistic stone head bust revealed itself. The stone bust revealed lines around the mouth and a bump on the nose in detail. These features were erased with the stucco. Maybe ordered changed no one will ever know for sure. Check out the photo's http://radiology.rsnajnls.org/