Historical Fiction

Essays About HistoryExplore our historical fiction posts and articles, where we look at the best authors that have created historically inspired tales that grasp readers’ hearts worldwide. Historical fiction takes real history and blends it with creative fiction, resulting in captivating novels – many of which are global sensations.

In our articles, you’ll find book recommendations, best author lists, and summaries of all the most enthralling historical fiction novels available.

If you’re a fan of the acclaimed Brigerton series, you’ll enjoy exploring some of the best historical fiction authors who weave historical facts with beautifully crafted fiction. Begin by browsing historical romance novels with the best authors like Tessa Dare, or explore the best authors like Philippa Gregory.

Best Books by Elin Hilderbrand

15 Best Books by Elin Hilderbrand: Pick Up Your Next Beach Read Today!

Our collection of the best books by Elin Hilderbrand will keep you turning page after page as the author immerses you in historical and modern romance stories. American romance author Elin Hilderbrand is known for writing spicy beach reads that allow readers to immerse themselves in the worlds of her characters. Growing up, the author …

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Authors like Wilbur Smith

10 Best Authors Like Wilbur Smith To Make You Question Life, War, and Love

If you love how Wilbur Smith combines war, romance, family drama, and betrayal into single novels, you’ll love our guide with more genre-melding authors like Wilburn Smith. Born in North Rhodesia and raised in South Africa, Wilbur Smith is remembered for his historical fiction books, including When the Lion Feeds. Throughout his career, Smith sold more than 120 million books …

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Authors like Yaa Gyasi

10 Authors Like Yaa Gyasi: Dive Into Your Next Favorite Historical Novel

Discover our guide to the best historical authors like Yaa Gyasi, and pick up your next favorite novel today.   Yaa Gyasi is a Ghanaian-American novelist who has received critical acclaim and several prominent awards for her impressive contributions to the historical genre through her written work, including Homegoing, Transcendent Kingdom, and No Home. As a famous Black author and woman, …

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Authors like Tessa Dare

10 Best Authors Like Tessa Dare for Historical Romance Fans

Discover other authors like Tessa Dare, and find out what books to read next if you’re a fan of historical romance novels. Tessa Dare is a USA Today and New York Times bestselling author whose fans love the pacy plots and memorable characters in her historical romance novels, such as The Duchess Deal, and the …

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Authors like Willa Cather

10 Best Authors Like Willa Cather: Influencing Life With Realist Writing and Historical Fiction Novels

Are you looking for classical novels based on historical events and life stories? Check our roundup authors like Willa Cather for books you’ll love next.  Right after college in 1895, Willa Cather started working in a family magazine, Home Monthly, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She also worked as a critic and editor of a newspaper publication, …

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