Susan Taylor Block was born in Wilmington, North Carolina September 1, 1951. The daughter of Betty Hill and Joseph Wright Taylor, Jr., she has roots that go back deep into the history of hard working folks of 18th century North Carolina. With family ties in Chatham, Onslow, and Nash counties, as well as Bath and "Little Washington," she has a keen interest in other places but has focused her research and writing on southeastern North Carolina.

We are pleased to announce the release of Susan's latest book; Then and Now: Wilmington. Since 1739, Wilmington has seen centuries of change along the banks of the Cape Fear River to the beaches of the Atlantic. Through the years much has been lost to war, neglect, and progress, but in many places the past is well preserved and still visible today. The city’s enduring spirit is evident in these images of past and present. Buy it Now!