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Writing About a Religion Not Your Own

Historical fiction & non-fiction author Patricia Bernstein on the importance of respect, nuance and extensive research when writing outside your scope of religious reference....

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MY FAVORITE HISTORICAL FICTION NOVEL: THE MAN ON A DONKEY

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. ...

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Jan 29, 2024 2

The Historical Novelist Confronts Real-Life Characters

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

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Writing About the Mysterious World of the 12th Century

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....

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