My friend Nancy Bilyeau has a new historical thriller coming out this spring called THE VERSAILLES FORMULA. This is the third in Nancy’s 18th-century Genevieve Planché series, but it can be read alone. Check out this beautiful cover! ABOUT THE VERSAILLES FORMULA: Genevieve craved purpose. She found danger. Now, there may be no turning back. Genevieve Sturbridge was never meant for a quiet life in the English countryside. Once an artist in the heart of London, she now spends her days in restless solitude. But when a familiar figure from her past arrives with an urgent request, she is thrust…
Category: Author Spotlights
Ghost Encounters in North Devon: Tales from History with Helen Hollick and Kathy Hollick
Helen and Kathy Hollick introduce their new non-fiction book, “Ghost Encounters: The Lingering Spirits of North Devon,” which explores regional hauntings. Drawing from their experiences with friendly spirits, the authors invite readers to discover the historical and supernatural aspects of North Devon’s past.
Exploring Murder in Anglo-Saxon England
It is always a pleasure to welcome Annie Whitehead to this blog. Annie is an acclaimed historical fiction author and Anglo Saxon historian. I have learned so much about Anglo Saxon times from first reading her historical fiction novels and then diving into her non-fiction. Murder in Anglo Saxon England: Justice, Wergild, Revenge is Annie’s latest non-fiction release, and she’s graciously agreed to share one of the stories that are featured in the book. I hope you enjoy it as much as I have. Welcome Annie!
The King’s Intelligencer: A Historical Novel Unveiled
Elizabeth St. John has been a guest of this blog many times in the past . She is a historical fiction author with a joint passion for her family history (and what a history!) and the revolutionary events of the 17th century. The Lydiard Chronicles follow the Apsley and St. John families during the War of the Three Kingdoms. Her last novel, The Godmother’s Secret, dealt with the mystery of the disappearance of the Princes of the Tower, and did so brilliantly. Although set during the War of the Roses, The Godmother’s Secret also featured the St. John ancestors and…
When a Historical Fiction author turns Contemporary: Chatting with M.K. Tod
If you read or write historical fiction, you will likely have explored M.K. Tod’s acclaimed website A Writer of History, where she explores aspects of historical fiction and shares tips from favourite authors. For many, this is where readers go to understand the latest trends in historical fiction. I’m delighted to have Mary on my blog with the release her latest novel. That Was Then is a big departure from her other novels, given that it’s a contemporary political thriller. I was very curious as to what made her dive into a different genre. Read on to find out more.
Cryssa Bazos 