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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Zulu Heart

By Steven Barnes - Published 2003

Genres:

The creation of this alternative history world could do more for race relations than most politicians, ministers or teachers ever dreamed, if we ...Read Review

A Place Called Rainwater

By Dorothy Garlock - Published 2003

Genres:

Mystery/Crime Romance Western

There is an unwritten rule in historical romance fiction that dictates that a book by best-selling author Dorothy Garlock never disappoints. Her latest ...Read Review

And All the Saints

By Michael Walsh - Published 2003

Genres:

Biographical Fiction Mystery/Crime

Owen “Owney” Madden, the prohibition-era gangster, is brought to life in this fictional memoir by acclaimed author and screenwriter Michael Walsh. Owen the ...Read Review

Twilight in Babylon

By Suzanne Frank - Published 2002

Genres:

Time-slip

Twilight in Babylon is certainly a disappointing ending to Suzanne Frank’s saga of the time-traveling duo Chloe and Cheftu. While initially the ...Read Review

Night Blooming

By Chelsea Quinn Yarbro - Published 2002

Genres:

Adventure Historical Fantasy

Vampire Hiernom Rakoczy de Santus Germainius fits easily into human society. Having observed history for nearly 3,000 years, Rakoczy is renowned for his knowledge ...Read Review

The Shadow Women

By Angela Elwell Hunt - Published 2002

Genres:

Biographical Fiction

In this volume, Hunt, a successful inspirational novelist, gives voice to the women surrounding Moses in his epic life. Each of the women ...Read Review

Susannah Morrow

By Megan Chance - Published 2002

Genres:

Saga

Salem Village, Massachusetts, during the horrific episode of the witch trials in 1692 is the setting for Chance’s new novel. Teenaged Charity Fowler ...Read Review