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BBC History Magazine Article: 7 royal babies who were once seventh in line to the throne
Triumph of the Winter Queen: Allegory of the Just, 1636, by Gerard van Honthorst, a portrait of King Charles I’s sister Queen Elizabeth...

Carolyn Harris
Oct 26, 20181 min read
Books I’ve Read This Week: Short Royal Books
My New Year’s Resolution for 2018 is to read a book (or listen to an unabridged audiobook) every day: 365 books by December 31. I will...

Carolyn Harris
Oct 22, 20185 min read


Town&Country Interview: Will Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Hire a Nanny When Their Baby Is Born?
Prince Charles in St. James’ Park on his second birthday with his nanny, Mabel Anderson On Monday October 15, Kensington Palace announced...

Carolyn Harris
Oct 18, 20181 min read


BBC History Magazine Article: 8 unconventional royal wedding dresses in history
The Duke and Duchess of Windsor at the time of their wedding in 1937. My latest article in the BBC History Magazine is about...

Carolyn Harris
Oct 9, 20181 min read
Books I’ve Read This Week: The Royal Family of Denmark
My New Year’s Resolution for 2018 is to read a book (or listen to an unabridged audiobook) every day: 365 books by December 31. I will...

Carolyn Harris
Oct 3, 20186 min read


Town and Country Interview: Why Princess Eugenie’s Role in the Royal Family Is Very Different From Prince Harry’s
Princess Eugenie I discussed Princess Eugenie’s role in the royal family with Town and Country. Here is an excerpt from the interview:...

Carolyn Harris
Oct 2, 20181 min read
Books I’ve Read This Week: The House of Windsor
My New Year’s Resolution for 2018 is to read a book (or listen to an unabridged audiobook) every day: 365 books by December 31. I will...

Carolyn Harris
Oct 2, 20187 min read


Toronto Public Library Lecture on September 19, 2018: Royal Weddings from Victoria and Albert to Harry and Meghan
George Hayter’s painting of the wedding of Queen Victoria to Prince Albert I will delivering a lecture at Toronto Public Library, Leaside...

Carolyn Harris
Sep 12, 20181 min read


Washington Post Interview: ‘The king and his husband’: The gay history of British royals
“Ordinarily, the wedding of a junior member of the British royal family wouldn’t attract much global attention. But Lord Ivar...

Carolyn Harris
Sep 4, 20181 min read


BBC Interview: Theresa May and the art of the curtsy
Theresa May I discussed the history political figures curtsying (or not curtsying) to members of the royal family with BBC News. British...

Carolyn Harris
Aug 10, 20181 min read


Town and Country Interview: Why Princess Eugenie’s Children Likely Won’t Have Titles
Princess Eugenie I discussed Princess Eugenie’s upcoming wedding and titles for any future children with Town&Country. Since royal titles...

Carolyn Harris
Aug 9, 20181 min read
Books I’ve Read This Week: Queens and Empresses
My New Year’s Resolution for 2018 is to read a book (or listen to an unabridged audiobook) every day: 365 books by December 31. I will...

Carolyn Harris
Aug 8, 20187 min read


Marie Claire Interview: Here’s Why Meghan Markle Wears So Many Dresses with Pockets
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex My Daily Express interview concerning the Duchess of Sussex’s dresses has been featured in a piece for the...

Carolyn Harris
Aug 8, 20181 min read


Daily Express Article: Duchess of Sussex Birthday: Why Meghan Chooses to Wear Dresses with Pockets
Meghan Markle I discussed the Duchess of Sussex’s recent fashion choices with the Daily Express. In recent months, Meghan has worn a...

Carolyn Harris
Aug 5, 20181 min read


Daily Express Interview: Meghan Markle: What was Meghan’s New Zealand symbol on her wedding veil?
Kowhai flowers I discussed the Duchess of Sussex’s wedding veil with the Daily Express. Meghan chose floral symbols from the Commonwealth...

Carolyn Harris
Aug 2, 20181 min read
Books I’ve Read This Week: Romanovs, Royalty and Revolution
My New Year’s Resolution for 2018 is to read a book (or listen to an unabridged audiobook) every day: 365 books by December 31. I will...

Carolyn Harris
Jul 18, 20187 min read
Books I’ve Read This Week: Women and Power
My New Year’s Resolution for 2018 is to read a book (or listen to an unabridged audiobook) every day: 365 books by December 31. I will...

Carolyn Harris
Jul 6, 20186 min read


Daily Express Interview: Will Princess Eugenie take Jack Brooksbank’s last name? The bride’s surprising options
Princess Eugenie Queen Elizabeth II’s granddaughter Princess Eugenie of York will marry Jack Brooksbank at St. George’s Chapel, Windsor...

Carolyn Harris
Jul 1, 20181 min read
Books I’ve Read This Week: Kings and Queens
My New Year’s Resolution for 2018 is to read a book (or listen to an unabridged audiobook) every day: 365 books by December 31. I will...

Carolyn Harris
Jun 15, 20186 min read


New Canadian Encyclopedia Article: Meghan (HRH The Duchess of Sussex)
Meghan (HRH The Duchess of Sussex) My latest article in the Canadian Encyclopedia is about Meghan (HRH The Duchess of Sussex) Her Royal...

Carolyn Harris
Jun 13, 20181 min read
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