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.
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Historical Perspective: Appealing to Modern Readers
A reblog from A Writer of History: Historical Perspective and the modern reader.
Historical Perspective and the Modern Audience
Writing historical fiction requires balancing the historical sensibilities (speech, culture, customs) for the modern reader. Today, I’m a guest on Mary Tod’s award winning blog, A Writer of History, where I discuss how to do it and why it’s important. Click here for the article. If you’re interested in getting an insight into all aspects of historical fiction, I highly recommend Mary’s blog. There are many fascinating articles.


