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Riveting, historical accounts of daredevils, pilots and brutal madmen that inspire many of today's cinematic blockbusters. Step back in time with these thrilling tales that appeared in the pages of the most popular pulp fiction magazines of the 1930's and 1940's. The Collection includes: International Book Awards Winners: On Blazing Wings, Tomb of the Ten Thousand Dead, National Indie Excellence Award Winner: Under the Black Ensign as well as The...
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2 CHILDREN FOR SALE The sign is a last resort. It sits on a farmhouse porch in 1931, but could be found anywhere in an era of breadlines, bank runs and broken dreams. It could have been written by any mother facing impossible choices. For struggling reporter Ellis Reed, the gut-wrenching scene evokes memories of his family's dark past. He snaps a photograph of the children, not meant for publication. But when it leads to his big break, the consequences...
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In the house of Helios, god of the sun and mightiest of the Titans, a daughter is born. But Circe is a strange child--not powerful, like her father, nor viciously alluring like her mother. Turning to the world of mortals for companionship, she discovers that she does possess power--the power of witchcraft, which can transform rivals into monsters and menace the gods themselves. Threatened, Zeus banishes her to a deserted island, where she hones her...
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"It's 1947 and American college girl Charlie St. Clair is pregnant, unmarried, and on the verge of being thrown out of her very proper family. She's also nursing a fervent belief that her beloved French cousin Rose, who disappeared in Nazi-occupied France during the war, might still be alive somewhere. So when Charlie's family banishes her to Europe to have her "little problem" take care of, Charlie breaks free and heads to London determined to find...
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In a compelling, richly researched novel that draws from thousands of letters and original sources, bestselling authors Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie tell the fascinating, untold story of Thomas Jefferson's eldest daughter, Martha "Patsy" Jefferson Randolph-a woman who kept the secrets of our most enigmatic founding father and shaped an American legacy.
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A moving historical tale and remarkable literary achievement, City Wolves is the story of Canada's first woman veterinarian, Meg Wilkinson. Born in 1870 on a farm near Halifax, Meg's childhood experience with wolves makes her determined to be a veterinarian. Supported by the seemingly eccentric Randolph Oliphant and inspired by the ancient Inuit who first turned wolves into sled dogs, Meg surpasses the horse doctors at vet college and becomes the...
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5 enthralling, imaginative historical fiction stories from the imagination of Connor Whiteley. An International Bestselling writer, Connor presents 5 outstanding, addictive World War Two Historical stories in this one collection.Includes:Criminal, Alliance, ResistanceSalvation In The MaidLove, Spies and RhinelandOur Woman In ParisConfession In The DarknessLove World War two? Love addictive historical fiction stories? Connor gives you both layered...
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It's August 16th, 1943, the height of WWII. Nine-year-old Max Pietrowski, his little brother Paul, and their friend Susan are creating fantasy worlds in their secret hideout, the storage room of a Massachusetts factory. Meanwhile, German saboteur Heinrich Mueller sets the timer for bombs to destroy the building. The factory makes weapons for the US military.
The children interrupt Heinrich's strike, delay his escape, and prevent his hero's return...
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Are you tired of writing lacklustre stories that fail to captivate your readers? Do you want to transport them to a different time and place, to experience the thrill of adventure and the depth of human emotion? Look no further than, "How to Write Historical Fiction" - the definitive guide to crafting unforgettable tales of bygone eras. With this book, you'll learn the secrets to creating rich, vibrant worlds that come alive on the page. You'll discover...
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IL: UG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 15
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In a dramatic new series, a host of characters is drawn to the rugged Yukon to start life anew. Fleeing an arranged marriage, Grace escapes to Alaska. Peter, a widower, must choose between parenting his young children and following his dream, while Karen chooses to strike out on her own in search of a missing family member.
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April 19, 1775 dawned clear and cold on Lexington Common, where fifteen-year old Adam Cooper is catapulted from childhood into maturity as he battles the British troops.
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Alone in the world, one woman must use her sword to seek revenge...
After Keiko finds herself alone, it is up to her to save her family name and honor.
But she is still only a woman.
After humbling herself to her daimyo and begs him to restore her birthright, she is met with only ridicule and watches as the man takes her family lands for himself. According to the samurai code of bushido, there is only one thing left for Keiko.
Vengeance.
Keiko...
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"As World War II draws closer and closer to Guernsey, Vivienne de la Mare knows that there will be sacrifices to be made. Not just for herself, but for her two young daughters and for her mother-in-law, for whom she cares while her husband is away fighting. What she does not expect is that she will fall in love with one of the enigmatic German soldiers who take up residence in the house next door to her home"--From publisher description.
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New York City, 1881. For years, Miss Felicia Murdock's every thought and action has been in pursuit of becoming a minister's wife. When the minister she'd set her sights on has other ideas, she decides something in her life needs to change -- and soon -- before she wastes any more time pretending to be someone she's not. If that means spreading her wings and embracing a more lively way of life, who's to say nay? Grayson Sumner, Lord Sefton, has had...
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The 35 stories and poem in this volume were written by authors between the ages of 10 and 13, selected for publication in Stone Soup magazine. Since its beginning in 1973, Stone Soup has published art, poetry and short fiction springing from the imaginations of young writers and artists. For all of us, adult and child, one of the keys to a love of history is story.
In this collection of historical fiction, we range widely through historical periods...
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Welcome to the imaginary worlds of award-winning author Anna Castle. This collection of short stories ranges through time and space from the Yucatán peninsula in the early years of the Spanish conquest (The Broken Circle) to a bank office in late Victorian London (The Stockbroker's Wife.) Most stories feature Francis Bacon and other characters from his milieu. You'll read about Bacon's first case (For Want of a Book) and Tom's first solo investigation...
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You'll be bursting with ideas for captivating historical fiction plots with ease!
Would you like to have a friendly step-by-step guide that takes you from the initial concept to the exhilarating moment of publishing?
Imagine the satisfaction of crafting a historical fiction novel that not only transports readers to another time but also leaves them enthralled and eager for more.
You may have attempted to write a historical fiction novel in the past...
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Jasmine Houston, a widow with a young son, agrees to harbor former slaves at her horse farm outside of Lowell, even though her father, a plantation owner, supports slavery. When a boardinghouse keeper unwittingly becomes involved with a traveling peddler who sells something infinitely more valuable than shoes, Jasmine is devastated to discover that her son and the former slaves have been kidnapped. Jasmine's determination to free them threatens to...