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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Georgian

The Reaper

By Michael Aye - Published 2005

Genres:

The year is 1775. As the book opens, Captain Gilbert Anthony’s dying father, the famous “Fighting James Anthony,” retired Vice Admiral of the ...Read Review

The Egyptian Coffin

By Jane Jakeman - Published 2005

Genres:

Mystery/Crime

The Egyptian Coffin is the second book in Jane Jakeman’s mystery series set in the 1830s, featuring the enigmatic, reclusive Lord Ambrose ...Read Review

Fool’s Gold

By Jane Jakeman - Published 2006

Genres:

Mystery/Crime

The third title in Jane Jakeman’s Lord Ambrose mysteries finds Ambrose Malfine, Lord of the Malfine estate in the West Country of ...Read Review

Gates of Paradise

By Beryl Kingston - Published 2006

Genres:

Biographical Fiction

In 1800 the poet, William Blake, and his wife, Catherine, move from London to the tiny rural community of Felpham, in Sussex. There they ...Read Review

The Alchemist’s Daughter

By Katharine McMahon - Published 2006

Genres:

Biographical Fiction

In lyrical prose, this novel details the life of Emilie Selden, a female scientist in 18th century England, squirreled away in her father’...Read Review

One Night of Scandal

By Nicola Cornick - Published 2004 (UK)Published 2005 (US)

Genres:

Romance

Widow Deborah Stratton needs a temporary fiancé to keep her father from forcing her to return home or marrying her to her cousin. ...Read Review

Much Ado About Magic

By Patricia Rice - Published 2005

Genres:

Romance

In the latest installment of Patricia Rice’s series of historical romances, Lady Lucinda Malcolm Pembroke is swept off her feet—literally—and ...Read Review

My Lady Scandalous

By Jo Manning - Published 2005

Genres:

Nonfiction

In this eminently readable and enjoyable biography, Regency author Jo Manning reveals the life and times of a celebrated courtesan. Born in Scotland ...Read Review

Whence Came a Prince

By Liz Curtis Higgs - Published 2005

Genres:

Inspirational Romance

It is 1790 in Galloway, Scotland. Leana McBride lives at her aunt’s cottage, nursing a broken heart, after the Kirk declared her marriage ...Read Review