Women in History for America's 250 with Laura Elliott '79
About this episode
The episode features a conversation with historical fiction writer Laura Elliott about women's roles in history and storytelling.
Pop in your earbuds for a special America' s 250th episode featuring historical fiction writer Laura Elliott ‘79! Do you ever wonder what historical events looked like through a woman’s eyes? It might be a completely different story than what you learned in school. Laura Elliott, who writes under the pen name LM Elliott, is an award-winning, bestselling author of historical fiction for a young adult audience. She’s written 14 novels set throughout various times in history–many of them with female protagonists. I’ve always been fascinated by how women’s stories are often tucked away, especially in moments of great change. Women in history weren’t just passive bystanders—they were actively shaping events, often without recognition. Whether it’s Peggy Schuyler’s quick wit and brilliance during the American Revolution, or a young congressional page caught up in the intrigue of Watergate, women have always influenced history in a powerful way. If you’re interested in history, writing, and truth telling, you’ll enjoy this conversation. L. M. Elliott was a senior writer for the Washingtonian magazine for 20 years before becoming a New York Times bestselling author of historical and…
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