We lovers of history and historical fiction can’t get enough of King Henry VIII, his obsessive quest for a legitimate son, his six, ill-fated queens, and his three children who ruled after him, including the magnificent Elizabeth I. ...

The Historical Novelist Confronts Real-Life Characters. Patricia Bernstein on the pros and cons of depicting real-life characters in historical fiction. ...

Historical fiction author Patricia Bernstein comments on religious freedom in guest article for A Writer of History....

In 12th century England, there were no carriages, no fireplaces, very few actual chairs, no beer, and possibly no underwear for women! These are some of the surprises encountered when I switched from researching the early 18th century to exploring the 12th century for my current project....

A Noble Cunning awarded first place in American Book Fest -- American Fiction Awards!...

"Bobbing John" Unlucky or Traitor?John Erskine, Earl of Mar, shifts allegiance with the winds...