Author Mary Cronk Farrell

Author Mary Cronk Farrell I write about women whose courage has shaped our history. My work shines a light in shadowy forgotten corners, amplifies marginalized voices and empowers us all to work constructively for what we believe in.

Erin Brockovich is Back! And so am I!

Published: Fri, 07/17/26

July 17, 2026Hello, It feels great to be back writing about strong woman who didn't give up when times got tough. My month off has been filled…

Promises, Promises...😜

Published: Fri, 06/26/26

Updated: Fri, 06/26/26

June 26, 2026Hello, I promised I'd be back today with a new story for you, news of another women whose courage helped shape our history and can…

The Called Ella Baker a Difficult Woman. Do You Think She Cared?

Published: Fri, 06/12/26

June 12, 2026Hello, Lot's going on here as we speed toward the solstice and official start of summer. I'm imagining slowing down a bit then to enjoy…

🐙The Real-Life Lady and the Octopus: Deep Sea Secrets Revealed!

Published: Fri, 06/05/26

June 5, 2026Hello, Everyone's raving about the novel and telling me I have to see the movie Remarkably Bright Creatures. I'm planning to! But I just…

Flemmie Kittrell Knew the Power of Home Ec

Published: Fri, 05/29/26

May 29, 2026Hello, I remember two things from Home Ec: sewing my prom dress and learning to arrange sandwiches on a plate. The first was indeed…

Feels Like I'm Paddling Upstream

Published: Fri, 05/22/26

Updated: Fri, 05/22/26

May 22, 2026Hello, It's been a tough week and I ran out of time. But here's a re-run of a story I wrote you in 2019 about Susan La Flesche of the…

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