historical fiction
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“You missed ‘Homegoing’ by Yaa Gyasi!” reader Melanie H. writes of the critically acclaimed Ghanian historical fiction novel.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
Both were popular novelists of rip-roaring historical fiction, both were politically active Tories, and both had the Borderlands at the heart of their works and lives.
From BBC ● Feb. 3, 2026
“Titanic” was not merely a romance; it was also historical fiction, a drama and a big-budget action.
From Salon ● Jan. 23, 2026
Though “1923” has already grown its audience significantly in its second and final season, there should be no shame in reaching out to the stans of another highly successful historical fiction series.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 21, 2025
There were racks loaded with mysteries, Newbery winners, historical fiction, biographies, and short stories.
From "The Landry News" by Andrew Clements
