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Books for history lovers – summer reading 2022

1 July 2022 By Frances Owen

It’s time for Historia’s summer reading suggestions. We asked 12 historical writers to each recommend two books for history lovers, fiction or non-fiction, which stood out for them recently. Whether you’re going overseas for the first time this decade or relaxing at home, we hope you enjoy our picks! Jean Fullerton My first must-read is The […]

Books for history lovers: summer reading 2021

23 June 2021 By Frances Owen

It’s a good year to plan your summer escape in the bookshop or library, since most of us will be taking our break at home or somewhere in these beautiful but rainy islands and may need books to journey any further. We asked historical writers, both fiction and non-fiction, for their suggestions for books for […]

Books to look out for in 2021

7 January 2021 By Editor

Historia has put together a list of books to look out for in 2021 from HWA members – an overview of the best in historical writing published this year. After a difficult and often disappointing year for writers, publishers and booksellers, it’s heartening to see historical writing, both fiction and non-fiction, flourishing in 2021. January […]

By the Sword: a HWA medieval short story collection

29 June 2020 By Editor

Immerse yourself in the medieval world. Read about some of your favourite characters from established series, or be introduced to new writers in the genre. The stories in By the Sword bring the medieval period vividly to life, encompassing the Crusades, the Hundred Years War and other historic events. This exclusive and entertaining new collection, […]

Rubicon by HWA authors

20 July 2019 By Editor

Rubicon is a new collection of ten short stories set in Ancient Rome by leading UK historical storytellers. Brought to you by the Historical Writers’ Association, Rubicon also includes interviews with each author

A Ration Book Christmas by Jean Fullerton

11 October 2018 By Editor

In the darkest days of the Blitz, Christmas is more important than ever. With Christmas approaching, the Brogan family of London’s East End are braving the horrors of the Blitz. With the men away fighting for King and Country and the ever-present dangers of the German Luftwaffe’s nightly reign of death and destruction, the family […]

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