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Get to Know the Schuyler Sisters of HAMILTON and History

Learn more about the Schuyler sisters through their HAMILTON characters, their letters, and works of both fiction and nonfiction.

A Song of White and Red: The Real History Behind A GAME OF THRONES

The real history behind Game of Thrones is full of intrigue, murder, and war. Learn about the real-life people who inspired your favorite characters.

24 Unusual Historical Romances You Absolutely Need to Read

There are so many historical romance books out there that they can blur into each other. Here are 24 novels I consider to be unusual historical romances.

5 Reasons to Pick Up Chanel Cleeton’s WHEN WE LEFT CUBA

Why you should put WHEN WE LEFT CUBA on your TBR ASAP.

Do Crime Like a Victorian: 11 Nonfiction Recommendations

We're highlighting 11 non-fiction books about Victorian crime and the legendary criminals who were among the era's most infamous celebrities.

4 Historical Fiction Books About the Romanovs

Feed your interest in royals and Russian history with these fascinating historical fiction books about the Romanovs.

7 Haunted Civil War Books

Both metaphor and fantasy, the ghosts of Civil War literature capture the terror and horror of the time. Here are a few of the best haunted Civil War books:

5 Historical Fiction Books Set in Latin America

For works that are haunting, lush, epic in scope, and often a real punch in the feels, check out this list of historical fiction books set in Latin America.

12 Historical Fiction Books in Translation

Enter a different time and explore historical events and diverse cultures with this list of must-read historical fiction books in translation.

8 Historical Horror Novels You’ll Want to Shove in the Freezer

Here are some creepy historical horror novels to send old-fashioned chills up your spine and make you grateful that you live in the age of electricity.