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Blog Tour and Book Excerpt for "The Cross of Ciaran"
Title: The Cross of CiaránSeries: The Cross of Ciarán series – Book #1Author: Andrea MatthewsPublication Date: June 18, 2020Publisher: Inez M. Foster – self-publishedPages: 362Genre: Time Slip RomanceAny Triggers: Sex scenesThe Cross of Ciaránby Andrea MatthewsBlurb:When a fifth century pagan priest is unearthed in Ireland fifteen hundred years after being entombed, archaeologist Caitlin O’Connell is convinced it’s the find of the century. The body is in perfect condition, right down to the intr
Rumors of a Secret Society - an Editorial Review of "Deception"
Book Blurb:Rumors of a secret society. A psychologist's convictions shaken. Hypnosis: a healing tool twisted into something sinister.For Dr. Bryce Davison, the line between reality and illusion blurs. What if the truth is more complex than he ever imagined?A college freshman trapped in a web of secrets. A patient's case that defies logic. Bryce's world of therapy becomes a minefield of deception.When death casts its shadow over those closest to him, the stakes become intensely personal. Bryce is
A Must Read for All Historical Mystery Fans - an Editorial Review of "Murder Under a Cold Moon"
Book Blurb:“The ending will shock you and leave you with valuable lessons about family, charity, greed, and the consequences of past mistakes. This is a great story and a must-have for all historical mystery fans.” –Readers’ Favorite"Fans of historical mysteries will gobble this up!" --Kings River Life MagazineMona Moon and her new husband, Robert Farley, Duke of Brynelleth are on their honeymoon at last. They are invited to a weekend party by an old friend of Robert’s family—Lady Eustacia. Mona
Blog Spotlight for "Oscar's Tale"
Book Title: Oscar’s TaleSeries: n/aAuthor: Chris BishopPublication Date: new paperback: February 25th, 2025Publisher: Historical Fiction CompanyPages: 166 (pb)Genre: Historical FictionOscar’s TaleChris BishopBlurb:Oscar’s Tale is that of a Saxon boy who sets out to find and rescue his father who has been taken by Viking slavers.The story begins in 877, just prior to the Viking attack on Chippenham in which King Alfred was routed. Against this backdrop, Oscar is obliged to set out on his all but
A First Hand Experience of the Spanish Civil War - an Editorial Review of "On the Precipice of the Labyrinth"
Book Blurb:"The book is charming for all its detail on Spain and Snowden has written a masterful portrait of 1930s American youth," according to an editorial review. The novel takes place in the late 1930s and involves William Benning, a young American man who finishes college and has had a strong introduction to the Spanish language. Benning graduates from the University of Virginia in 1937 and has learned about what is happening in Europe in general, and Spain specifically, during that tumultu
Turbulent Landscape of 15th Century Scotland - an Editorial Review of "Born to Trouble"
Book Blurb:“Historical fiction at its very finest!” ~ Readers’ FavoriteIn the turbulent landscape of 15th-century Scotland, Alexander of Islay, Lord of the Isles and heir to the earldom of Ross, welcomes King James home after a long captivity in England. Yet behind the façade of royal approval lies a web of treachery. Alexander’s father triumphed at the Battle of Harlaw, securing for his son the title Earl of Ross, but Alexander must navigate a perilous court where loyalty is a fleeting shadow i
The Year of Shocks and Hope - an Editorial Review of "Magari 68"
Book Blurb:The 1960's ushered in changes all over the world. 1968, in particular, was a year of shocks, but also of hope. The youth believed they could change the world for the better. End the war in Vietnam, improve the lives of workers, minorities, and women. In the middle of the upheaval are Dorie, an American girl, Renzo, an Italian law student, and Olivia, a German girl.Book Buy Link: https://geni.us/MyP8iEditorial Review:“You had to feed the slot to make the elevator work. As often happene
Featured Spotlight Blog Tour for "Ghost Encounters"
Book Title: Ghost Encounters: The Lingering Spirits of North DevonAuthor: Helen Hollick with Kathy HollickPublication Date: 27th February 2025Publisher: Taw River PressPages: 201Genre: Non-Fiction (with a bonus of two short stories)Ghost Encounters: The Lingering Spirits of North DevonHelen Hollick with Kathy HollickBlurb:Everyone assumes that ghosts are hostile. Actually, most of them are not.You either believe in ghosts or you don’t. It depends on whether you’ve encountered something supernatu
In the Spirit of 'True Grit', a Young Girl's Mission - an Editorial Review of "Sarita"
Book Blurb:"A powerful tale of revenge and perseverance in the face of danger. " - Kirkus Reviews"Not since True Grit have we celebrated a plucky young girl on a mission to set her turbulent, dusty world right ..." - David Marion Wilkinson, award winning author"Libraries and readers seeking powerful elements of history and thriller that share equal billing in their depth and deployment will find Sarita an exceptional aquisition." - D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review"(Dossett) posse
An Endless Love Story - an Editorial Review of "Til The End"
Book Blurb:An endless love story. Born in 1945, in Upstate New York, Mela Rogers would suffer two stigmas during her childhood, she was the great granddaughter of the famous Hosea Rogers family and she was black. In the suburb of Irondequoit, she lived a secluded life of family and farming until Dorian Ambrose a handsome, brave high school football player bravely asked her to prom. From that point on, Mela’s life changed. She was no longer the lonely teenager who was never invited to the party.A
Discoveries Emerge from Heartache in 1900s New York - an Editorial Review of "The Sunken Garden"
Book Blurb:The year is 1918 when Georgia and William Bemish move to the quiet town of Rochester, New York. It is a major change for them both, coming from the bustling city, of New York, but they see the potential.From the moment she sees him, Georgia, heir to the J.K. Post Drug company is enthralled by William. He is an art dealer in NYC but wanted to set up his own museum. He saw Rochester as the perfect place and proved himself as he met the people and settled into the community, After findin
Blog Tour and Book Excerpt for "The Tudor Queens' Midwife"
Book Title: The Tudor Queens’ Midwife Series: The Tudor Queens’ Midwife, Book 1Author: Brigitte BarnardPublication Date: January 3rd, 2025Publisher: independently publishedPages: 299Genre: Historical Fiction / Tudor FictionAny Triggers: StillbirthThe Tudor Queens’ MidwifeBrigitte BarnardBlurb:In the glamorous, glittering and dangerous court of king Henry VIII and his queen Katherine of Aragon, the desperate desire for a healthy male heir overshadows all. Plagued by a series of miscarriages the q
New Struggles at Every Turn Across the Oregon Trail - an Editorial Review of "The Reluctant Pioneer"
Book Blurb:Matilda Koontz cherishes her life as a wife and mother on a Missouri farm, but her hardworking husband wants to claim free farmland in the Pacific Northwest. When he suggests selling the farm to trek two thousand miles across the Oregon Trail, she balks.But in the spring of 1847, Matilda and Nicholas Koontz and their sons embark on a grueling journey westward. Fresh graves testify to dangers of disease, accidents, starvation, and a multitude of hazards threatening her family and her b
The Fierce Rivalry Between Cleopatra and Arsinoe - an Editorial Review of "The Treachery of Sisters"
Book Blurb:"The Treachery of Sisters' is a riveting tale of ambition, betrayal, and power, reimagining the fierce rivalry between Cleopatra and Arsinoe in a way that will captivate fans of historical fiction and untold stories of ancient Egypt." – NewInBooks.com48 BC-the Ptolemy empire is in turmoil as Cleopatra has taken up with Julius Caesar and welcomed the Roman interlopers into Egypt to ensure her place as Pharaoh. Arsinoe, her 14-year-old younger half-sister is determined to take the thron
Cover Reveal for "Red Anemones" by Paula Dáil
Congratulations to Paula Dáil for her upcoming novel from Historium Press - "Red Anemones" and the cover reveal today from White Rabbit Arts at The Historical Fiction Company!!Pre-order links coming soon!!Red Anemone – Secrets My Mother Never Told chronicles Natalie Barlow’s journey of self-discovery that begins when her estranged mother’s sudden death releases a storm of unrevealed family secrets going back to pre-WWII Germany. As Natalie navigates the complexities of her newly discovered Jewis
A Variation to Jane Austen's Emma - an Editorial Review of "The Jews of Donwell Abbey"
Book Blurb:Prior to beginning a new year at Mrs. Goddard’s School for Girls, Miss Harriet Smith spends the summer months with the Martin family at Abbey-Mill Farm—a house of Israelites, or is it Hebrews? Would it be impolitic to call them Jews? It matters not, for Harriet finds contentment there. And, if her heart betrays her with stronger feelings for Mr. Martin than she ought to have, they are hers alone.Alone… a common enough phrase for the natural daughter of nobody knows whom. But when Miss
Blog Tour and Book Excerpt for "The Midnight of Eights"
Book Title: The Midnight of EightsSeries: The Island of Angels (This is book 2 of 2. The first book is called The Mark of the Salamander. Book 2 is written as a stand-alone, or can be read after reading book 1.)Author: Justin NewlandPublication Date: 28th October 2024Publisher: The Book GuildPage Length: 288Genre: Historical FictionThe Midnight of Eightsby Justin NewlandBlurb:1580.Nelan Michaels docks at Plymouth after sailing around the world aboard the Golden Hind. He seeks only to master his
The Ties That Bind and the Secrets That Haunt - an Editorial Review of "Water Thicker Than Blood"
Book Blurb:In Water Thicker Than Blood, family secrets and lifelong bonds collide in a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and redemption. Set against the backdrop of a tight-knit community, the novel follows Pearl, a resilient young woman navigating the complex dynamics of her fractured family. As she revisits her past, Pearl uncovers hidden truths that challenge her understanding of loyalty and kinship.Through a series of interwoven stories, the book takes you on a journey alongside Pearl as she
A Murder in Elizabethan England - an Editorial Review of "From the Ground Up"
Book Blurb:Stonemason Robert Smythson is hired by the tyrannical Sir John Thynne to rebuild the great house of Longleat after a fire. When a gruesome body is discovered, Robert must find the courage to vanquish secrets from his past to bring a killer to justice, save his loved ones, and claim his own destiny.In Elizabethan England, where power and prestige are measured in stone, Sir John’s desire for perfection matches Robert’s own. But Sir John’s dark past drives him to control every aspect of
A Sham Marriage and Murder in a Locked Room - an Editorial Review of "A Murder of Convenience"
Book Blurb:Ellen Cuthbert’s husband, Randolph, is now the Earl of Keswick’s heir. Their marriage is a sham, and Randolph’s mistress, Lydia, is present at the house party. When she is found murdered in a locked room, all the evidence seems to point to Ellen. And how could the murderer have escaped the locked room except by witchcraft?Sir Hugh accompanies his cousin, a magistrate, to the scene of the murder. They investigate, appalled to find their childhood friend Ellen appears to be the chief su
The Continuing Romance of the Princess Royal Victoria and Frederick III - an Editorial Review of "Under a Cloud"
Book Blurb:From acclaimed Victorian historical author, Luv Lubker, the author of "Under His Spell" comes the continuing romance of the Princess Royal Victoria and Frederick III of Prussia.Vicky's father, Albert, the Prince Consort, has just died, leaving her and her family under a heavy cloud of grief, without their dearest friend and advisor, at a most critical time: The political horizon grows dark with storm clouds at the entry of Bismarck to Germany's political stage in 1862.Will Fritz's cou
Blog Tour and Book Excerpt for "Strait Lace"
Book Title: Strait LaceSeries: Loxley Hall BooksAuthor: Rosemary HaywardPublication Date: March 8th, 2025Publisher: Rosemary HaywardPages: 400Genre: Historical FictionStrait Laceby Rosemary HaywardBlurb:It is 1905. Edwardian England. Harriet Loxley, the daughter of a vicar and niece to a prominent Nottingham lace manufacturer, spends her days playing cricket with her brother, scouring the countryside for botanical specimens, and never missing an opportunity to argue the case for political power
How to Write Historical Dialogue
BY REBECCA PICKENSThe historical fiction writers I’m fortunate to coach often tell me that writing dialogue is the task they worry most about. I get it! Historical dialogue done well can immerse readers in the time period and amplify the voices of characters in a way that feels authentic and faithful to the period. But it’s a delicate balancing act. Just as historical fiction writers must avoid dialogue that sounds too modern, it’s also important to avoid language that feels too archaic. Histori
Blog Tour and Book Excerpt for "Viva Violetta & Verdi"
Book Title: Viva Violetta & VerdiSeries: N/AAuthor: Howard Jay SmithPublication Date: January 28th, 2025Publisher: Historium PressPages: 256Genre: Historical FictionViva Violetta & Verdiby Howard Jay SmithBlurb:A Love Affair Inspiring the World's Most Unforgettable Operas:Experience the intense, lifelong love affair between Giuseppe Verdi and Giuseppina Strepponi, the brilliant and seductive soprano who shaped his legacy. As his muse, lover, and wife, Strepponi was the inspiration behind Verdi's
Now offering at HFC - The Regency Experience at Birkhill Castle in Scotland
Birkhill CastleTHE REGENCY EXPERIENCE at BIRKHILL CASTLE, SCOTLANDJUNE 27-30, 2025Sponsored by The Historical Fiction Company & the Jane Austen BookshopSPECIAL OFFER FOR HFC COMMUNITY Members of The Historical Fiction Company community receive a 10% discount with code: HFCREGENCY HOW TO BOOK Limited spaces are available for this exclusive event. To secure your place among the nobility, visit https://www.stirlingregencyball.com/event-details/regency-extravaganza "For the devoted historical fic
Cover Reveal for Mike Weedall's Deep South Historical "Escape to the Maroons"
Congratulations to Mike Weedall from Historium Press for his upcoming historical set in the Deep South "Escape to the Maroons"! Cover design by White Rabbit Arts at The Historical Fiction CompanyBlurb:In 1792, an escaped slave, raised and living as white, is discovered and forced to flee into the Great Dismal Swamp. Barely escaping a bounty hunter, a Maroons community of fugitive slaves rescues him. Over time, Nathanial comes to accept his true identity while fighting to overcome the suspicions
Cover Reveal for "The Will of God" by Julian de la Motte
Congratulations to Julian de la Motte from Historium Press for his upcoming historical medieval novel "The Will of God"! Cover design by White Rabbit Arts at The Historical Fiction CompanyBlurb:''The Will of God'' is the literal translation of the Latin phrase ''Deus Lo Volt''; a ubiquitous war cry and a common offered explanation of all the horrors and iniquities unleashed by the First Crusade of 1096 to 1099, when thousands of Europeans made the dangerous and terrifying journey to the Holy L
Cover Reveal for "Cobblestones: a New Orleans Tragedy"
Congratulations to S. R. Perricone from Historium Press for his upcoming historical novel set in the early days of New Orleans! Cover design by White Rabbit Arts at The Historical Fiction CompanyBlurb:In Cobblestones: A New Orleans Tragedy, the turbulent history of Post-Reconstruction New Orleans collides with the plight of Sicilian immigrants seeking refuge in America. Antonio, a young man fleeing Sicily after avenging his father's murder, embarks on a harrowing journey to New Orleans with the
Cover Reveal for "The Winding Dirt Road" by Jiu Da
Congratulations to Jiu Da from Historium Press for his upcoming historical literary novel "The Winding Dirt Road"! Cover design by White Rabbit Arts at The Historical Fiction CompanyBlurb:Written as an antithesis to all first-hand and second-hand propaganda written by both Chinese and foreign writers for China in the good part of 20th century in a fictional form, this collection, through different times and lands, gives insights into how human docile nature and characteristics are manipulated an
Release Day and Book Launch for "Tangled in Water" by Pam Records
Get your copy today!! Now available on Amazon and other online retailers worldwide!!1932. Natalia is 16 and a bootlegger's daughter, playing the mermaid mascot on a rundown paddlewheel used to entertain brewers and distributors.A sequined costume hides her scarred and misshaped legs, but it can't cover up the painful memories and suspicions that haunt her. An eccentric healer who treats patients with Old Country tonics, tries to patch wounds, but only adds to the heartache. A fierce storm threat
Blog Tour for "The Rune Stone"
Book Title: The Rune StoneSeries: Dr DuLac series, book #3Author: Julia IbbotsonPublication Date: December 8th, 2021Publisher: Archbury BooksPages: 294 (ebook) / 376 (paperback)Genre: historical romance (timeslip mystery)The Rune Stoneby Julia IbbotsonBlurb:A haunting time-slip mystery of runes and romanceWhen Dr Viv DuLac, medievalist and academic, finds a mysterious runic inscription on a Rune Stone in the graveyard of her husband’s village church, she unwittingly sets off a chain of circumsta
The Deception That Divides a Volatile World - an Editorial Review of "The Compass Point"
Book Blurb:Truth, a gossamer thread sways over the sword of stolen history...It’s the 1980s, and countries are falling away from the Soviet Union like dominoes. Archie, an orphaned young Israeli man, shows promise under his mentor, a powerhouse international banker from Vienna. Archie’s financial acumen makes him a successful, wealthy consultant and philanthropist known throughout Europe. Yet all the money Archie gives away won’t assuage his guilt for a broken promise. When a beautiful Palestini
The Mysterious and Tragic Death of Lady Sapphire - an Editorial Review of "The Bizarre Case of Dr Grindle"
Book Blurb: In the bustling town of Columbus, Ohio, in January 1927, Nathan Bolton grapples with societal expectations while navigating his career and personal relationships. When the strange behavior of his childhood friend, Dr. Henry Grindle, begins raising alarms, Nathan's life spirals into chaos after a series of murders linked to their circle of friends, including the mysterious Jacob Jagger and the tragic death of fellow student and performer, Lady Sapphire. As Nathan uncovers dark secrets
An Unsanctioned Love and a Nation Divided - an Editorial Review of "Red Clay Running Waters"
Book Blurb:2024 WINNER of the NAIWE Award for Genre (Historical Fiction)In one of history's great untold stories Red Clay Running Waters weaves a tapestry of the turbulent Antebellum era and the fate of Native Americans through the little-known life of John Ridge, a Cherokee man dedicated to his people, and his white wife, Sarah Northrop, a woman forfeiting everything to join him in defending his homeland.In 1818, John Ridge, promising son of a Cherokee chief, leaves his native land in the south
Blog Tour for "Muldoon's Misfortunes"
Book Title: Muldoon’s MisfortunesSeries: Those Resilient MuldoonsAuthor: E.V. SparrowPublication Date: 7/16/24Publisher: Celebrate Lit Publishing GroupPages: 351Genre: Historical Fiction / Christian Historical FictionAny Triggers: Alcoholism, grief from deaths of infant, children, spouse, emotional health, relationship issues.Muldoon’s Misfortunesby E.V. SparrowBlurb:A cursed widower forsakes his faith to ensure his hope.On a verdant island beset by poverty and death, Mick Muldoon dares to escap
Cover Reveal and Ebook Pre-order for "Ping" by Lisa Lucas and Steven Landsberg
Congratulations to Steve Landsberg and Lisa Lucas for their upcoming US release of "Ping" - already a top UK release and Barnes & Noble bestseller!Published by Historium PressCover by White Rabbit Arts at The Historical Fiction CompanyPre-order your ebook today for .99 !!!!Buy Link: https://geni.us/2JhQ7A Barnes & Noble Top eBook &NOOK Indie FavoriteAlternating between the pivotal 1971 Ping-Pong Diplomacy - where a simple game of table tennis thawed the icy relations between the U.S. and China d
Digging for Details: A Historical Fiction Writer's Guide to Research
Digging for Details: A Historical Fiction Writer's Guide to Research by Rebecca PickensYou've got a brilliant idea for a historical novel. The characters are taking shape in your mind, the plot has potential, and you're itching to dive into the world you’re recreating. But wait—how did people address each other in 1840s Boston? What would a medieval midwife have in her toolkit? What music played in Paris cafés during the 1920s? Finding the kinds of details that will make your story feel authenti
Blog Tour and Book Excerpt for "Sword Brethren"
Book Title: Sword BrethrenSeries: The Northern Crusader ChroniclesAuthor: Jon ByrnePublication Date: 28th November 2024Publisher: The Book GuildPages: 416Genre: Historical Fiction (Action/Adventure)Any Triggers: There are several mild profanities, a non-graphic rape scene and several descriptions of battle and death.Sword Brethrenby Jon ByrneBlurb:1242. After being wounded in the Battle on the Ice, Richard Fitz Simon becomes a prisoner of Prince Alexander Nevsky of Novgorod. Alexander, intrigued
The Subterfuge of an Undetectable Mask - an Editorial Review of "Artimon"
Book Blurb:In late 15th century Venice, only four people are aware and accepting of the subterfuge of his undetectable mask, and Rade's true scarred face behind it. His father-in-law urges him to leave Venice and immerse himself in the French invasion of the states of Italy. Create a story. Get rid of the mask. Come back as who you really are - so the rest of the world will accept your scars. He presents Rade with an unruly cavalry horse named Artimon. A gift Rade doesn't want. Rade departs, acc