Congratulations to Sharon Overend on the upcoming release of her debut novel, LOOK OVER YOUR SHOULDER- about a dysfunctional family coming together over a crisis involving one of their own. It has a wry sense of humour and drama in equal measure. Available now for pre-order. books2read.com/u/bzGr7z

Doing the #SapphicSeptember challenge and need some help finding books? No prob. Sapphic Knights: lgbtqreads.com/2025/03/10/f... Transfem MC: lgbtqreads.com/2023/05/10/f... and lgbtqreads.com/2024/12/10/f...

What have I been up to? Change is definitely in the air! Read all about my new direction in my first newsletter on Substack. You can sign up for free. #writing #historicalfantasy open.substack.com/pub/cryssaba...

Deborah Swift commemorates Women's History Month by sharing stories about female spies and their training from the Second World War. Visit the link for more: www.annabelfrage.com/2025/03/27/m...

Historical fiction author @clarefly.bsky.social shares the tale of Philippa Fawcett, who achieved the highest marks in the University of Cambridge Mathematics Tripos in 1890. Yet, despite her accomplishment, she and other women were denied a degree. www.annabelfrage.com/2025/03/26/a...

Unveiling the cover of an exhilarating new historical thriller by Nancy Bilyeau! THE VERSAILLES FORMULA is now available for pre-order!

Historical fiction author @abelfrageauthor.bsky.social explores the somber aspects of women's history by examining the plight of enslaved women in 18th century America, highlighting a grim chapter in the past. www.annabelfrage.com/2025/03/24/m...

Delving into the somber aspects of Women's History, Helen Hollick explores the witch hunts and trials that took place during the 16th and 17th centuries #WomensHistoryMonth www.annabelfrage.com/2025/03/22/m...

I am pleased to offer my contribution to Women's History Month by spotlighting Ann Fanshawe and Lady Brilliana Harley, two valiant women who stood on opposing sides of the Wars of the Three Kingdoms in the 17th century. #WomensHistoryMonth

Historical fiction author @jarnopp.bsky.social explores the remarkable life and enduring influence of Margaret Beaufort, the formidable matriarch who gave rise to the Tudor Dynasty #WomensHistoryMonth www.annabelfrage.com/2025/03/18/a...

In celebration of Women's History Month, historical fiction writer @elizabethstjohn.bsky.social introduces us to 17th-century women healers, spotlighting extraordinary women from her own ancestry. www.annabelfrage.com/2025/03/20/m...

Lady Penelope Rich, an educated and accomplished Tudor gentlewoman, played a significant role in the courts of two monarchs. @tonyriches.bsky.social brings her fascinating story to light for Women's History Month. www.annabelfrage.com/2025/03/19/m...

Today, historical fiction author @deborahswift.bsky.social brings us the captivating story of Mother Shipton and her prophesies. #WomensHistoryMonth www.annabelfrage.com/2025/03/17/m...

For Women's History Month, historical fiction writer Amy Maroney highlights the story of another pioneer: Trotula of Salerno. Practicing medicine in the 11th or 12th century, Trotula authored renowned works on women's health. www.annabelfrage.com/2025/03/15/m...

In honour of Women's History Month @cathiedunn.bsky.social discusses the life of Matilda, Queen of the Romans and Holy Roman Empress www.annabelfrage.com/2025/03/13/m...

As Women's History Month progresses, @abelfrageauthor.bsky.social shares the story of the remarkable Eleanor of Castile, who served as Queen of England. Discover more at: www.annabelfrage.com/2025/03/14/m... #WomensHistoryMonth

In celebration of Women's History Month, we turn our attention to Joanna of Sicily, the daughter of Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine. Historical Fiction author Charlene Newcomb acquaints us with this lesser-known royal figure #WomensHistoryMonth www.annabelfrage.com/2025/03/12/m...

Marching through Women's History month, Paula Lofting shines a light on 11th century Anglo-Saxon women #WomensHistoryMonth

Discover the real Lady Macbeth! In celebration of Women's History Month, @thehistorybits.bsky.social unveils the tale of this medieval Scottish queen. #WomensHistoryMonth Explore more at buff.ly/6fZCwOm.

Marching through Women's History Month, historian @anniehistory.bsky.social delves into the remarkable Æthelflæd, Lady of the Mercians. She independently ruled Mercia at a time of Viking invasions. Read more about this courageous woman's legacy. #WomensHistoryMonth

Dive into this gripping saga of love and jealousy brimming with unexpected twists and poignant moments. #HistoryLovers buff.ly/w9vwhdR

Join us in honouring Women's History Month with @cathiedunn.bsky.social as she unveils the tale of Poppa of Bayeux, the forgotten matriarch of the House of Normandy. #WomensHistoryMonth. Discover more at buff.ly/wjPW91Y.

A reminder if it’s needed for #internationalwomensday that women have had a voice for many centuries - maybe we just haven’t always been willing to listen … #earlymodern

Celebrate Women's History by joining Anglo-Saxon expert and novelist @anniehistory.bsky.social. Uncover the story of Eanflæd, Queen of Northumbria. #WomenInHistory buff.ly/s8xmmYd

Celebrating Women's History Month with @alisonmorton.bsky.social and her Roma Nova series - what if the Roman Empire hadn't collapsed and is instead ruled by women? Alison explores alternative history. #AltHistory #WomensHistory buff.ly/PzFcbcv

Wives, mothers, daughters were chief care givers during the Stuart age. An excellent article by @elizabethstjohn.bsky.social #EarlyModern www.elizabethjstjohn.com/updates/wome...

Today, Helen Hollick marches through Women's History with her perspective on Gwenhwyfar and how she influenced her Pendragon series. #WomensHistoryMonth buff.ly/GCEK6W4

Celebrating Women's History Month with @deborahswift.bsky.social and her article about a portrait of a noblewoman in the Renaissance #WomensHistory #history buff.ly/hqey7zm

Today on the Women’s History march, Gala, the mother and daughter of emperors. An excellent article by Alison Morton #history www.annabelfrage.com/2025/03/04/m...

Celebrating Women's History Month with historian @anniehistory.bsky.social and her thoughts on giving voice to women of the past #history #WomensHistory buff.ly/cFoKpKZ

An excellent article about Celtic Queen Cartimandua by Nancy Jardine via @abelfrageauthor.bsky.social. who was this queen who ruled for two decades under Roman occupation? #history #WomensHistoryMonth www.annabelfrage.com/2025/03/03/m...

The 17th century was a time of revolutionary change and women were at the forefront. In honour of Women's History Month, here's an article on these women #history

A small contribution to #WomensHistoryMonth by Dr Kathrin Zickermann and myself. Scottish Widows in the #ThirtyYearsWar www.academia.edu/44219200/Ber... 🗃 #Skystorians #EarlyModern #30YearsWar @uhihistory.bsky.social @womenknowhistory.bsky.social @emwjournal.bsky.social #Women #Widows

Washing dishes like a Roman by @alisonmorton.bsky.social. Great for research! #history www.alison-morton.com/2023/11/09/r...

Historical fiction author @abelfrageauthor.bsky.social creates great male protagonists. Check out this post on Adam and In the Shadow of the Storm #historicalfiction @maryanneyarde.bsky.social maryanneyarde.blogspot.com/2025/02/in-s...

Public libraries contain some amazing history. Take a look at this list of online links to UK, USA, Canada and Australia sources:

Ghost Encounters in North Devon: Tales from History with Helen Hollick and Kathy Hollick cryssabazos.com/2025/02/27/g...

Celebrating Women's History Month with sixteen historical fiction authors by sharing women's stories from across the ages. Our host, Anna Belfrage, kicks us off with this introduction #WomensHistoryMonth. www.annabelfrage.com/2025/03/01/b...

Step into the haunted history of North Devon, where the echoes of the English Civil War still linger. From ghostly cavaliers in village pubs to soldiers from the New Model Army haunting a historic tavern, @HelenHollick & Kathy Hollick share stories from their new release GHOST ENCOUNTERS #history

A great article by Gwen Tuinman on how historical fiction helps to build empathy gwentuinman.substack.com/p/growing-em...

PRE-ORDERS for "Vivian Amberville - The Book of Chaos" open today for all formats! (eBook, Kindle, paperback, hardback & Mystery Box) All physical books pre-ordered before March 23, 2025 will be SIGNED, with a handwritten LETTER and a FREE Vivian Amberville GOODIE BAG! Pre-order: bit.ly/494Jwig

Historian Annie Whitehead explores murder in Anglo-Saxon England

Heart palpitating? Feeling anxious? Lady Johanna St.John recommends mother of pearl, crabbs eyes and other ingredients, powdered and taken in whatever liquor you please. #EarlyModernWomen #Medicine #Cures #FamilyHistory

I really enjoy @deborahswift.bsky.social newsletter. Lots of interesting historical facts.

Auschwitz was at the end of a long process. It did not start from gas chambers. This hatred was gradually developed by humans. From ideas, words, stereotypes & prejudice through legal exclusion, dehumanization & escalating violence... to systematic and industrial murder. Auschwitz took time.

In JANUARY HISTORICAL ROMANCE IN KU there's a great range of novels you might enjoy, including A WESTERN HEART. This is the perfect time of year to curl up with a good book, so go for it! books.bookfunnel.com/janhistromku...

Second-chance love, an abandoned child, loss and redemption. It’s all at Moondreams House. The best in #feelgoodfiction. Find out more at: www.amazon.co.uk/stores/autho...

An excellent post by Deborah Swift about Samuel Pepys and his love for the theatre #EarlyModern #history

It's a lazy Saturday and cold outside, so what better way to warm things up than a blog post about Prince Rupert in the Caribbean? #EarlyModern #history cryssabazos.com/2019/08/14/p...

And something refreshing and clever from the 17th century - the Great Tower of London Bake Off with the Wizard Earl and Sir Walter Raleigh, courtesy of @elizabethstjohn.bsky.social #earlymodern #17thcentury #history www.elizabethjstjohn.com/updates/the-...