Have I heard of Calgacus?
I certainly have. I even wrote a series of no fewer than 8 historical fiction novels with him as the principal character. They are all available on Amazon in paperback & Kindle formats.
And a wee correction to this article. Calgacus was not a Scotsman. The Scots had not arrived in northern Britain when he was around.
Anyway, if you like your adventure stories set against a genuine historical background, but with plenty of excitement and a bit of creative licence,I hope you’ll enjoy these stories.
#Books #Calgacus #Romans #HistoricalFiction #AncientRome #Scotland
Have you heard of Calgacus, first Scot recorded in history? https://news.stv.tv/scotland/have-you-heard-of-calgacus-first-scot-recorded-in-history
#historicalfiction
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Anyone game to read and comment on a short #HistoricalFiction story (around 4,800 words) that I'm planning to submit early this month? It's about ladies-in-waiting in the late 18th-century Korean royal palace being lesbian spies. The premise is drawn from Joseon-era records of sapphic and espionage activities among this class of women. #amWriting @writers
Story is formatted in .docx available for Google Docs sharing or email, drop me a line via reply or DM if interested. Any response time within a week would be perfect, both detailed and overview comments welcome!
I'm a bit strapped to pay fair rates right now, but can do an equivalent labor exchange. And if you're familiar with this account you know I give thoughtful and constructive comments about things I read ^_^
"Pompeii Fire" has just received the Historical Fiction Company's 5-star "Highly Recommended" award. I am beyond honored!
#awardwinning #dualtimeline #historicalfiction #ancientrome #pompeii #indieauthor #bookstodon
"Cloud Cuckoo Land" Anthony Doerr. 3.5 stars. Three time periods are braided together by an ancient Greek tale: 15th century Constantinople, the modern day, and a space-faring future. Elaborate but tenuous. On their own each story has potential, but together they don't quite make a whole. Like Cloud Atlas but less enthralling.
Reading time 7 days, 89 pages/day
#BookReview #Books #Bookstodon #BookWyrm #HistoricalFiction #SciFi
https://wyrms.de/user/wildwoila/review/52748/s/elaborate-but-tenuous#anchor-52748
Wild Woila reviewed Cloud Cuckoo Land by Anthony Doerr
Elaborate but tenuous.
3 stars
(3 stars = I liked it)
Three time periods are braided together by an ancient Greek tale: 15th century Constantinople, the modern day, and a space-faring future. Elaborate but tenuous. On their own each story has potential, but together they don't quite make a whole. Like Cloud Atlas but less enthralling.
Reading time 7 days, 89 pages/day
#BookReview #Books #Bookstodon #BookWyrm #HistoricalFiction #SciFi
Characterization & symbolism in Neil Gunn’s three historical novels
12 Dec, 5–6:30pm GMT/6–7:30 CET, free online
This talk will examine three historical novels by Neil M. Gunn (1891–1973), depicting Scottish communities at a time of transition: Sun Circle, Butcher’s Broom, & The Silver Darlings
#Scottish #literature #symbolism #HistoricalFiction #20thCentury
"What is the fate of the girl living alone in a house in the forest? Tainted in Vanilla, covered in sugar and made from delicious dreams, this is an image just as legendary as the girl inside being finally caught on fire.
But what else does the world hold for her?"
A delicious new post about strange desires!
#writing #blogging #witch #historicalfiction
https://mistresswitchwrites.wordpress.com/2023/12/06/tale-about-the-girl-in-the-sugar-house/
In recent times, historical novels have gained popularity as authors combine extensive research with fictional elements. The key is to create relatable characters with their own motivations and imperfections. Experimenting with narrative structures adds depth to the story. #historicalfiction #writingadvice #historicalaccuracy #fictionwriting https://www.writersdigest.com/write-better-fiction/writing-recent-historical-novels?oly_enc_id=1572G4189945F4F
The best books to get middle school readers excited about Ancient Egypt: https://shepherd.com/best-books/for-middle-school-readers-about-ancient-egypt
My list via Shepherd. If you're an author, you can submit a 'best' list too! @bookstodon #books #KidLit #teachers #HistoricalFiction #childrensbooks #BooksWorthReading
#WordWeavers 29: If you could go back and change one thing about your writing in your previous work, what would it be?
I would have learned how to limit my research and not go down so many rabbit holes. My first two novels took four years each because of those rabbit holes.
I guess that's not technically writing, but it is part of my process, so ...
Back in 2001 when I signed my first book contract, I never dreamed I would eventually write four non-fiction books and four novels... and contribute to seven anthologies and edit two! The time has flown by! I'm so grateful to all my readers and to my fellow writers who have encouraged me to keep going. If you have stories to tell, I hope you find a way to tell them.
#Pagan #Paganism #PaganCommunity #PagansOfMastodon #Writing #Writer #Author #Fiction #Nonfiction #MinoanSpirituality #InclusiveSpirituality #Wicca #Witchcraft #HistoricalFiction
Has anyone written a decent book (fiction and/or non fiction) about Æthelflæd? Currently reading a fiction book, but it’s pretty weak and the book title annoyingly refers to her as King Alfred’s Daughter and not the Lady of Mercia (Exactly why do publishers think book titles referring to a woman by her relation to a man is going to make it sellable?).
Honestly, if no one has written a book series about her, I’d be bloody tempted.
A very good writer I know is having a rough moment. He's bundled up four of his historical fiction books (three trad pubbed, one self) for $20. I really liked The White Lion - it's basically the first Assassin's Creed by way of R.E. Howard with some John Le Carre thrown in.
#fantasy #writing #history #HistoricalFiction
https://scottoden.wordpress.com/2023/06/21/the-age-of-legends-bundle/
Wild Woila reviewed Two brothers by Ben Elton
Berlin 1920 Two babies are born. Two brothers. United and indivisible, sharing everything. Twins in …
Flat as a brick wall.
1 star
Brothers in a Jewish family strive to protect their loved ones from the increasing horrors of Nazi Germany. Boringly one-dimensional portrayal of Nazis - they're evil brutes, I get it. Distinct lack of emotional connection considering intensity of subject matter. Flat as a brick wall.
Reading time 7 days, 89 pages/day