A conference by the Historical Novel Society, a literary society devoted to promoting the enjoyment of historical fiction. HNS is based in the USA and the UK, but we welcome members (who can be readers or writers) from all round … Continue reading →

Research is the foundation of historical novels. But where can appropriate information be found? How much research is enough? If left unchecked, research will take you hours down the road with no story written. What is the secret of blending … Continue reading →

Claire Gebben discovered the untold story of her ancestors when three dozen letters turned up among her family papers. Eventually, these 19th century letters of German immigrant blacksmiths and wagon-makers became the basis for her debut historical novel The Last … Continue reading →

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writing family history

Book signing and talk memoir How We Survive Here. The discovery of rare letters in an attic in Germany propels the author on a Finding Your Roots-style quest to learn the truth about her ancestors’ lives, including a foray into … Continue reading →

Discussion of memoir How We Survive Here. Private Event

Discussion of memoir How We Survive Here. Private event.

A travel presentation on Germany's history, museums, local festivals, and wine tours in the Rhineland-Palatinate region.

Since the 17th century, millions of German-speaking emigrants were leaving Europe for places far and wide, especially North America. Who were they? Why did they leave? The answer? It’s complicated. This talk explores waves of emigration in historical context, for … Continue reading →