By Darlene Alvarez
As the dog days of summer wind down, it’s the perfect time to curl up with a good book. The air gets cooler and home feels cozier when it’s time to reach for a soft blanket and … Read the rest
Feminist Noir: Helen Jacey Smashes Stereotypes with a new Type of Heroine
By Katrina Simpson
Jailbird Detective is the novel that we’ve been waiting for. In 1940s Hollywood Elvira Slade is an ex-con from London with a shady past… We talk to her creator, Helen Jacey.
I’ve always been a huge Forties … Read the rest
Heirloom Histories: Sharing A Good Mystery
Story and Photos by C.L. Shoemaker
I don’t remember the exact day or month I came across the old, yellow hard covered books in my search for something to read. Perhaps I was looking through a box in my mother’s … Read the rest
Reading to Remember the Best Summer at Tiffany
In the summer of 1945, Marjorie Jacobsen and her college roommate, Marty, found themselves in the middle of the sprawl and excitement of Manhattan, looking for summer jobs and new adventures away from their native Iowa. An unforgettable moment in … Read the rest
Read our Founder’s Interview on the Blurb Blog!
In November, our founder and Editor in Chief Paris Kim had the opportunity to speak about her inspirations and the creation of Marjorie Magazine for a panel sponsored by Blurb Books, Unsplash, and Weebly, highlighting the power … Read the rest
A September Dream: Scenes of the Gatsby Summer Afternoon 2017!
Photos by Marjorie Magazine
We find ourselves again at the generosity of our gallant and mysterious host, Mr. Jay Gatsby, or rather the Art Deco Society of California, attending this year’s Gatsby Summer Afternoon! See the photos from our … Read the rest
Marjorie Magazine: Spring & Summer 2017
We couldn’t be more pleased to finally give you all our beautifully-crafted jewel that is Marjorie Magazine: Spring & Summer 2017!
Within the pages you’ll find our featured articles from incredible contributors and photos that capture the beauty of … Read the rest
Summer at Gatsby’s
In the summertime, on the southern hillsides of Oakland, California, the old Buicks and convertible Chryslers roll onto the vast grounds of the Dunsmuir Hellman Estate, setting a barrier around tents and striped canopies of picnic goers … Read the rest