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- Over the last 20 years The Historical Novels Review (the society’s print magazine for our members) has published reviews of some 18,000 historical fiction books. Become a member to get exclusive early access to our latest reviews too!
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Events

HNS London UK Chapter

The London chapter launched monthly meetups in 2010. The group primarily supports the monthly meetings of the London (UK) chapter of the Historical Novel ...Read More
HNS Devon UK Chapter

Promoting the enjoyment of historical fiction. For keen readers and writers who like to get in touch with fellow enthusiasts. Past events Book ...Read More
HNS Pacific NW Chapter

For members of the Historical Novel Society, who either live in the Pacific Northwest. Or just wish they did. Past events Setting goals ...Read More
A quick guide to Local Chapters

Check out our Local chapters page to find out how they work and who runs them.Read More
HNS North America Conference 2021

24th June 2021

- 26th June 2021

Dates: June 24-27, 2021 Location: virtually The HNS North America Conference Board is excited to announce that historical novelist Lisa See will be our ...Read More
HNS New York City Chapter

- 26th February 2019

Contact: Faith L. Justice (URL: https://hnsnyc.wixsite.com/hnsnyc/contact) Find us on: Facebook (URL: https://www.facebook.com/groups/631473066981339/) Instagram (URL: ...Read More
HNS Irish Chapter

- 9th March 2019

Contact: Catherine Kullmann or Dianne Ascroft Facebook group Past events Meeting at the Hilton Hotel, Belfast on 9th March, 2pm. Everyone is welcome ...Read More
HNS Texas Chapter

- 13th March 2019

Contact: Anna Castle Facebook Group Past events Meeting at Panera Bread, Austin on 13th March, 7 pm At Panera Bread, 9901 North Capital of Texas ...Read More
HNS Southern California Chapter

- 17th March 2019

Members of the So Cal Chapter include aspiring and achieving, traditionally published and indie historical novelists. Bi-monthly meetings host speakers to develop craft ...Read More
HNS Midsouth USA Chapter (TN, KY, GA)

- 7th April 2019

HNS Midsouth Chapter meets quarterly on Sunday afternoons in Nashville for several hours with two people reading from their work (if they wish) ...Read More