We’re delighted to publish the winner of the 2018 HWA Dorothy Dunnett Short Story Prize. Nineteen Above Discovery by Jennifer Falkner is a beautifully-crafted, brooding story set in the bleakness of the Klondike in the depths of winter. August 31, 1896. Here, to avoid being poor, we live worse than tramps, turning the earth inside out. Last night […]
The best historical books of 2018
2018 has been an exciting year for historical writing, both fiction and non-fiction. With the holidays coming up, Elizabeth Fremantle asked fellow HWA members to choose three outstanding books each to recommend as the year’s highlights (and a few older favourites have popped up as well). We hope this selection inspires you, whether you’re looking […]
Historical Writers’ Association Crown Awards 2018
Press release: Historian and broadcaster Kate Williams presented the Historical Writers’ Association Crown Awards for 2018 at a party at Swedenborg Hall in Bloomsbury on 7 November, 2018. The winner of the Debut Crown for 2018 was Estoril by Dejan Tiago-Stankovic; the Non-fiction Crown was awarded to Leanda de Lisle for White King: Charles I […]
September giveaway!
Historia’s September 2018 giveaway is the first of three Crowns shortlist specials. Win all six books shortlisted for the 2018 HWA Debut Crown Award, showcasing the best new voices in historical fiction. Just follow the instructions below to enter. You’ve got four chances to win and can enter using any or all of the options: 1. Sign […]
How to Write a Historical Debut: A Cautionary Tale
HWA Debut Crown judge, Ben Fergusson, gives an inside view on what makes or breaks a historical
HWA Crowns Longlists Announced!
Thirty six remarkable books will fight it out in the race for the 2018 HWA Crowns, as the longlists
April Giveaway!
This month we’re giving away a bundle of new historical fiction from those generous folk at Bonnier Zaffre. One lucky winner will receive SIX new books, including latest releases from HWA members Harry Sidebottom and Angus Donald. Just follow the instructions below to enter. You’ve got four chances to win and can enter using any or all of […]
March Giveaway!
This month we’re giving away a bundle of new historical fiction and non-fiction from Orion Books. One lucky history fan will win FIVE new books, including latest releases from Christian Cameron and Simon Turney. Just follow the instructions below to enter. You’ve got four chances to win: 1. Sign up to the Historia mailing list. We promise […]