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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Mystery/Crime

A Watery Grave

By Joan Druett - Published 2004

Genres:

In August 1838, the US Exploring Expedition left Hampton, Virginia, to explore the South Seas. Lt. Charles Wilkes commanded six ships with a crew ...Read Review

The Falls

By Joyce Carol Oates - Published 2004

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Literary Mystery/Crime Saga

Niagara Falls, 1950, is the “honeymoon capital” of America for happy newlyweds, and miserable ones, too. Mrs. Ariah Erskine was married less than twenty-four ...Read Review

The Judgment of Caesar

By Steven Saylor - Published 2004

Genres:

Mystery/Crime

This tenth entry in the Roma Sub Rosa series takes Gordianus the Finder and most of his familia to Egypt in 48 BC. The ...Read Review

A Regimental Murder

By Ashley Gardner - Published 2004

Genres:

Mystery/Crime

This is the second mystery for Captain Lacey, cashiered cavalry officer of the 35th Light Dragoons. While walking near the Thames one evening, ...Read Review

A Cold Touch of Ice

By Michael Pearce - Published 2004

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Mystery/Crime

This is Michael Pearce’s thirteenth Mamur Zapt mystery set in Cairo in 1912 when the British governed Egypt. The Mamur Zapt is the ...Read Review

The Haunted Abbot

By Peter Tremayne - Published 2003 Published 2004

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Mystery/Crime

This is the eleventh installment in the highly praised Sister Fidelma series created by prominent Celtic authority, Peter Tremayne a/k/a Peter ...Read Review

Louisa and the Missing Heiress

By Anna Maclean - Published 2004

Genres:

Mystery/Crime

When Louisa’s friend Dorothy returns from her honeymoon trip in Europe, she begins behaving oddly. After appearing to be impolite by missing ...Read Review