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DAUGHTER OF FORTUNE, the Queer, Multi-Racial Western, Turns 20 And Stays Cool

A reader looks back at Isabel Allende's DAUGHTER OF FORTUNE, which turned 20 this year, and finds its story evergreen and radical.

Debut Audio Excerpt of ONCE UPON A RIVER By Diane Setterfield

Take a listen to a debut audio excerpt of the audiobook ONCE UPON A RIVER by Diane Setterfield!

Royal Cousins: Books About Mary Queen of Scots and Elizabeth I to Read Before the New Movie

Mary Stuart and Elizabeth Tudor were cousins, fellow queens, and rivals. These books about Mary Queen of Scots and Elizabeth I are perfect for your TBR.

50 Of The Best Historical Fiction Authors Writing Today

50 Must-Read Historical Fiction Picture Books

There are so many amazing historical fiction picture books based on a myriad of time periods. Here's some of the best to get started with.

8 of the Best Historical Mysteries

So you're looking for some atmospheric historical mysteries that take place far, far away from the dumpster fire that is 2018.

5 Must-Read Creepy Historical Novels to Get You in the Halloween Spirit

Looking to scare yourself silly before Halloween? Here are five must-read creepy historical novels, ghost stories, and horror novels set in the past.

Great American History Reads From Fascinating Historians

28 Fabulous Works of Queer Historical Fiction for Pride Month

A selection of excellent queer historical fiction novels, from Ancient Greece through the 1950s, for Pride month and beyond.

8 Great Southern Historical Novels

We've rounded up eight excellent Southern Historical novels that compel a sense of place as a character based on a past era.