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5 Famous Literary Quotes Explained: “Fools rush in where angels fear to tread.”
Penned in or around the year 1711, “Fools rush in where angels fear to tread” has made its way into popular culture. But where did it actually come from, and what is its original meaning? In this blog post, Bex Roden explains.
5 Famous Literary Quotes Explained: “No man is an island.”
You’ve probably heard the phrase, “No man is an island.” In our 5-part series on famous literary quotes, our volunteer contributor Bex Roden tells you where the phrase originated.
5 Famous Literary Quotes Explained: “To be, or not to be, that is the question.”
Authored by volunteer contributor Bex Roden, History Through Fiction is proud to release a weekly blog series titled 5 Famous Literary Quotes Explained. Each post, released Wednesdays during the month of August, will examine and explain a famous literary quote you’ve probably heard, but aren’t certain of its origin or meaning. We begin the series with the quote, “To be, or not to be, that is the question.”
Moving Beyond Acknowledgment: The Federal Indian Boarding School Initiative Investigative Report
In May of this year, the U.S. Department of the Interior released the first volume of the Federal Indian Boarding School Initiative Investigative Report. Just what did it reveal and what promises did it make about the future of Federal Indian policy? Read this blog post to learn more.
An Individual Account of a Universal Tragedy: Thoughts on The Teacher of Warsaw, a blog post by HTF author Alina Adams
The numbers of those systematically murdered during WWII is inconceivable. But among the statistics are individual stories. In this blog post, HTF author Alina Adams examines the importance of stories like The Teacher of Warsaw by Mario Escobar to humanize history in a way that numbers cannot.
Co. A – Illustrated Absurdities of the Civil War
Created by Civil War reenactor Greg Sweatt, Co. A. is a panel of illustrations about the humorous side of the Civil War soldier: the mis-steps, absurdities, and impossibilities of their daily lives.
Fact and Fiction: How ‘True’ Should Your Historical Novel Be?
Writers know there is a fine line between fiction and research. But where is that line? In this guest blog post, Hannah Jade Aubrey helps writers understand the importance of research while staying true to their fictional narrative.
Cover Reveal! My Mother’s Secret by Alina Adams
It’s here! The cover for My Mother’s Secret by New York Times bestselling author Alina Adams.
Magic in the Cracks: The Challenges and Rewards of Historical Fantasy
In this guest blog post, Rebecca E. Treasure argues that there's real wonder in telling a story about the history of humanity exactly as we would learn in a classroom, but making it magical. Readers learn about the ebb and flow of history while being entertained. What do you think?
History Through Fiction Joins the Midwest Independent Booksellers Association
History Through Fiction, an independent press in Minnesota, is proud to announce that they have become a Book Industry Member of the Midwest Independent Booksellers Association.
The History of Historical Fiction, in brief
Ever wonder the history of historical fiction? We have! In this guest blog post, Bex Roden examines how historical fiction became a genre by looking at some classic texts that helped influence the authors and novels we love today.
Character Development: Identifying Flat Characters and Making them Round
As a first-time author it can be difficult to identify your flat and round characters. But once you identify them, you can work on developing your characters from flat to round.
Press Release: History Through Fiction adds writer, historian, and publicist Patricia Bernstein to its lineup of authors
Patricia Bernstein is the fifth author signed by History Through Fiction. Her upcoming debut novel, A Noble Cunning: The Countess and the Tower, is based on the true story of a persecuted Catholic noblewoman who rescued her husband from the Tower of London the night before his scheduled execution by carrying out an elaborate plan with the help of a group of devoted women friends.
Now Open! Member-only Content Area
History Through Fiction is proud to announce the publication of five historical fiction short stories and one novel excerpt available only in our new Member-only Content Area.
Doing Internet Research for your Historical Novel? Author Beware!
The internet is fast, convenient, and filled with information. But it’s not always right! Before researching your next historical novel, read this blog post to learn why it’s so important to verify what you read.
Book Review - Booth by Karen Joy Fowler
A slog to some, an enjoyment to others. Booth by Karen Joy Fowler offers the perfect mixture of history and fiction. Read our review to learn more.
Women’s History Month: The Past, Present, and Future Struggle for Gender Equality.
March is Women’s History Month in the United States and can be an opportunity for us to learn and reflect on women’s contributions to the US. But the history behind the legislation creating WHM and the state of gender equality now might surprise you…
The Importance of Clarity in Fiction
When I first started writing, I thought my stories needed to be clever and my sentences needed to be complex. I was wrong. The best way to create a good, effective story is through clarity. Read this post to find out what I learned and to read from the example of a literary expert.
OTZI: A WARNING TO ALL HISTORIANS
In 1991, two tourists noticed a skull peaking out of the ice in a gully at the Tisenjoch pass in the Ötztal region of the Alps. What they found was the mummified remains of man who lived 5,300 years ago. Today, he is known as Ötzi, the ice man, and he has a lot to teach us.
Press Release – HTF Now Open For Short Story Submissions
History Through Fiction, an independent publisher of historical fiction novels, is proud to announce that we are now accepting submissions for historical fiction short stories and novel excerpts.