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The Pyramid Builders, Book 9: Menkaure by Max Overton

At the dawn of Egypt's pyramid age, innovation met ambition--and history was carved into stone. The Pyramid Builders series explores the lives of the pharaohs who oversaw the earliest monumental tombs, beginning with Djoser and the revolutionary Step Pyramid at Saqqara. Set during a period of rapid advancement in architecture and statecraft, these books trace the evolution of pyramid construction and the political, religious, and personal forces behind it. But this is no dry chronicle of engineering. With a focus…
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The Importance of Research in Historical Fiction Writing by Writers Exchange E-Publishing

Historical fiction bridges the past and the present, offering readers a vivid glimpse into times they could never experience firsthand. To truly capture the spirit of a bygone era, the genre demands more than imaginative storytelling--it hinges on rigorous research. For readers, this accuracy transports them authentically; for writers, it builds trust and depth. In this article, we'll explore the importance of historical research from both the reader's and the writer's perspectives, offering insights, practical tips, and guidance for writers…
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The Role of the Protagonist in Historical Fiction Novels: A Reader’s Perspective by Writers Exchange E-Publishing

Historical fiction novels offer a unique blend of education and entertainment, bringing to life the events and people from the past. Central to these stories is the protagonist, whose journey not only captivates the reader but also serves as a bridge to the historical context and emotional landscape of the era being depicted. From the cobblestone streets of Victorian England to the sprawling landscapes of ancient Rome, protagonists in historical fiction serve multiple roles that enrich the reader's experience and…
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Helga’s Story by Peter Woodruff

Living history through the eyes of a young German girl. Based on a true story. Like many little girls, Helga Reiter dreams of horses. More than anything, the six-year-old wants to learn to ride and become a great equestrian. But, in 1941, the world is at war... Having overrun much Europe and North Africa, Germany's glorious military has no spare horses for frivolous childhood dreams. Stubborn as any good German soldier, Helga, contrives several ill-fated attempts to ride. By late 1944, Helga has…
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Haunted Trail A Tale of Wickedness & Moral Turpitude by Max Overton

Ned Abernathy is a hot-tempered young cowboy in the small town of Hammond's Bluff in 1876. In a drunken argument with his best friend Billy over a girl, he guns him down. Ned flees and wanders the plains, forests and hills of the Dakota Territories, certain that every man's hand is against him. Horse rustlers, marauding Indians, killers, gold prospectors and French trappers cross his path and lead to complications, as do persistent apparitions of what Ned believes is the…