by Blog Contributor | Jul 30, 2024 | History, Literary Reflections
Photo by Sonder Quest Having the answer to the question “How did the Civil War change the United States?” Is helpful because it helps us understand our American roots. Valuing history through writing historical fiction is a good way to learn from our past....
by Blog Contributor | Jun 27, 2024 | History
Photo by Jen Theodore The American Civil War was a brutal conflict that lasted from 1861 to 1865. Despite almost two centuries since, it still remains a defining chapter in American history. The character of the war was manifold, having been fought over deeply...
by Blog Contributor | May 20, 2024 | History, Writing
Photo by Tanner Mardis on Unsplash By writing historical fiction, we can place great value on history while imbuing it with great meaning and significance. Writing historical fiction plays a crucial role in deepening our grasp of the past and animating historical...
by Blog Contributor | Apr 20, 2024 | History, Writing
Photo by Mr Cup / Fabien Barral on Unsplash One might expect that literary trends lean towards more direct, bite-sized forms of storytelling. Yet, the enduring popularity of historical fiction suggests otherwise. This genre blends the factual foundations of the...
by Blog Contributor | Mar 19, 2024 | History, Literary Reflections
Photo by Chad Brocker Patriotic memories are very important in reading historical fiction, and in The Bone Pile series by fiction novelist and author Sharon Turner, patriotism is delivered. For much of the world, what happened between 1861 and 1865 might just be...