About
- Established in 1997, the Historical Novel Society is an international literary society devoted to promotion and advocacy for the genre of historical fiction.
Membership
- Historical Novel Society members include authors, readers, librarians, editors and industry professionals – membership is entirely open, and anyone enthusiastic about the genre is welcome.
Events
- Our worldwide membership loves to meet. Many travel thousands of miles to attend our conferences in person; many more enjoy our virtual options from home. Others form member connections in their area through regular Local Chapter meet-ups. Discover what’s on with conferences, Local and Virtual Chapters, and more.
Book Reviews
- Our exclusive, members-only print magazine, the Historical Novels Review, publishes reviews of hundreds of historical fiction books each quarter, in addition to features and columns. Become a member to receive the magazine and enjoy all our other benefits.
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Articles
- We publish articles in our members-only print magazine, Historical Novels Review, as well as web features exclusive to this site. All are original pieces, commissioned by our Features Editors based on topics of interest to members – interviews with historical fiction authors, publishers, and agents; explorations of novels and subgenres; guides, and regular columns on historical fiction market news, debut authors, and more. Articles are written by vetted contributors, most of whom are Society members. If you’re a member interested in joining the team, Contact Us.
Awards
- HNS Awards have helped discover authors and launch their careers (e.g., Michel Faber, Ruth Downie, Nikki Marmery, Hilary Green, Elizabeth Macneal, and many more) and provided vital support for others. Our ARA Award is one of the most generous of all literary prizes. If you’d like to partner to sponsor an award, Contact Us.
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Events

HNS North American Conference

17th June 2027

- 19th June 2027

HNSNA Conference 2027 Celebrating HF in Its Many Forms HNSNA2027 will celebrate the many subgenres of historical fiction. Each distinct form views history through ...Read More
HNS Irish Chapter

Get in Touch Chapter Leads & Contact: Catherine Kullmann or Dianne Ascroft Facebook Meeting Information Meetings are informal, a meal and a chat, ...Read More
HNS Central Texas Chapter

Get in Touch Chapter Lead & Contact: Kathy Scott-Mejia Chapter Facebook Group Meeting Information The Chapter holds monthly in-person meetings in the Austin ...Read More
HNS Southern California Chapter

Get in Touch Chapter Lead & Contact: Rose de Guzman | Email Chapter Facebook Group Meeting Information A vibrant and close-knit community, the Southern ...Read More
HNS Mid-South USA Chapter (TN, KY, GA)

Get in Touch Chapter Lead & Contact: Alana White Chapter Facebook Group Meeting Information HNS Midsouth Chapter meets quarterly on Sunday afternoons in ...Read More
HNS Great Lakes Chapter (MI, MN, OH, IN, IL, WI)

Get in Touch Chapter Lead & Contact: Diane Baia Hale Chapter Facebook group Meeting Information For questions or more information on meet-up and ...Read More
HNS Chesapeake Bay Area Chapter

Get in Touch Chapter Lead & Contact: Katherine Gypson Chapter Facebook group Meeting Information For information about in-person meetups and virtual meeting options, ...Read More