17th century
A Novel of Universal Times
In the final article in our series of features on the novels shortlisted for the Walter Scott Prize, we explore how…
Giles Kristian on love and hatred in the English Civil War, and his new release Brothers’ Fury
RL: Book two now, Brothers’ Fury. Are you feeling as thoroughly immersed in the Civil Wars as you were in…
Ann Turnbull tackles Plague and Fire for young readers
RL: How did you come to write about the Plague and Fire: I know it’s a Year 2 (6/7 year…
John Saturnall’s sense-world: 17th century food and myth
John Saturnall’s Feast is a sumptuous account of cooking and food lore, as well as a love story set in…
New Voices: Joanna Campbell Slan, Charlotte Betts, Liz Harris & Maryanne O’Hara
Joanna Campbell Slan, Charlotte Betts, Liz Harris, and Maryanne O’Hara describe the seeds of inspiration that blossomed into their novels.…
Lace, Love & Contraband
Author Iris Anthony discusses her novel, The Ruins of Lace EC: What fascinates you about the forbidden lace trade in…
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