I was up the road at an apple festival when I saw a booth for a book called The Cape May Murders. Intrigued, I stopped in my tracks and talked with the author, Christopher Michael Blake, about his novel. This murder mystery, which takes place largely during Cape May’s off season, was an easy read… Read more »
Category: Arts & Culture

“Thicker Than Water” Q&A with author Laura Quinn.
I love historical fiction, so when I learned that author Laura Quinn’s novel Thicker Than Water took place around 1916 in Cape May, I had to get my hands on it.

Cape May film short and Q&A with filmmaker Christopher Petersen
At just over two minutes in length, perfect for a coffee break, Christopher Petersen’s short film Cape May Travel 2022 is an atmospheric nod to the sights and sounds of Cape May: a pod of dolphins off shore, aerial views of the beach, and close-ups of historic properties. We talked with the filmmaker via email… Read more »

3 artists, 3 different styles of art
I would label myself as a creative person. I’m a photographer and a person that loves to craft. I don’t have an issue with trying new things even if I have never done them before. My latest project was making a hot glue mask and fairy wings. I made one out of hangers that drooped so… Read more »

“The Sound of Wings” Q&A with author Suzanne Simonetti
Suzanne Simonetti’s latest novel The Sound of Wing is the story of three women that find themselves wonderful friends by the end—and it takes place in and around Cape May. Goldie has a butterfly garden and a shop on Carpenters Lane; Krystal is from the Villas and works at a light shop that you can… Read more »

Painting time lapse videos + a Q&A with The Rock Lady, artist Cathy Tveici
With 2020 out of the way, I made a New Year’s resolution to think positively. When scrolling on Instagram and Facebook, I’ll only look for crafty ideas rather than gossip. I love seeing different things, videos, and pictures, but no more negativity or silly nonsense. I was excited when I saw a few videos of… Read more »

“Last Exit For Betrayal” – A Q&A with mystery writer G.W. Conklin
Last Exit for Betrayal is the first mystery novel by author G.W. Conklin, a history enthusiast who has written about the Civil War and the 134th New York Infantry Regiment. When I saw that the book was a mystery and based in Cape May, I was intrigued. I wanted something different than the lovey-dovey books… Read more »

A night in at the theater with East Lynne’s virtual production “Nothing Matters”
I’ve always loved the theater. On moving to Cape May, I dreamed of becoming a regular attendee at local productions. Season tickets! Opening nights! But real life responsibilities usually get in the way. I’m searching for silver linings to 2020. Businesses have had to get creative this year to work around social distancing measures, and… Read more »

Cape May appears in a new video from Philadelphia musician Alexander Charles
Cape May has been the location for thrillers and lent its charm to novelists and painters. Now many of its candy-colored buildings serve as the backdrop for a new music video by Philadelphia hip-hop artist Alexander Charles.

“Cape Menace” Q&A with author Amy M. Reade
Bestselling mystery writer Amy M. Reade talks about the inspiration behind “Cape Menace,” her research into Cape May County’s history, and what she’s working on next.