historical fiction

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Jolly said she was delighted to win the prize which she said made the case for historical fiction as a "really serious type of literature".

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

However, what elevates “Sinners” beyond the gore — what makes it a delicious piece of historical fiction — are the details woven into the story’s fabric.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 24, 2026

“Titanic” was not merely a romance; it was also historical fiction, a drama and a big-budget action.

From Salon • Jan. 23, 2026

Co-written with partner and frequent collaborator Brady Corbet, the film continues their shared interest in historical fiction, this time based on the story of the founder of the religious sect known as the Shakers.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 12, 2025

This novel is a work of historical fiction.

From "Mississippi Trial, 1955" by Chris Crowe