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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Lady Sophie’s Christmas Wish

By Grace Burrowes - Published 2011

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Lady Sophie Windham has schemed to spend a few days alone in her parents’ London home before joining her family for Christmas in ...Read Review

The Greatest Love on Earth

By Mary Ellen Dennis - Published 2011

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Romance

The Greatest Love on Earth is a lusty, adventure-packed romance set against the backdrop of late 1800s circus life. The heroine is 17-year-old ...Read Review

Just One Season in London

By Leigh Michaels - Published 2011

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Romance

The Ryecrofts, a noble family in a dire financial situation, are pinning all of their hopes on daughter Sophie making a good marriage. ...Read Review

My Love, My Enemy

By Jan Cox Speas - Published 2011

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Romance

This fresh edition of the classic romantic historical novel set during the War of 1812 combines the wit and tenderness of Georgette Heyer with ...Read Review

Never a Bride

By Amelia Grey - Published 2010

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Romance

Camden Thurston Brackley, Viscount Stonehurst, has returned to Regency London from America after six years. A longstanding betrothal awaits, necessary to shore up ...Read Review

The Making of a Duchess

By Shana Galen - Published 2010

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Romance

Orphaned as an infant, Sarah Smith is happy with her job as a governess. She is not happy when her employer, Sir Northrop, ...Read Review

The Highlander’s Sword

By Amanda Forester - Published 2010

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Romance

Destined for life in a convent, Lady Aila Graham finds herself exchanging marriage vows with Sir Padyen MacClaren. Facing devastation wrought when their ...Read Review

Lessons in French

By Laura Kinsale - Published 2010

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Romance

At age twenty-seven, having been jilted by three different fiancés, Callista Taillefaire believes her chances for love and marriage are past. Into ...Read Review

The Wildest Heart

By Rosemary Rogers - Published 2009

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Romance

Lady Rowena Dangerfield, the future Countess of Melchester, had a rather unconventional childhood. While still an infant, her parents divorced, her father fled ...Read Review