Historical Fiction: Unpacked

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The Power of Historical Fiction—with Sarah Elisabeth Sawyer

Posted June 30, 202200:49:14

Today I’m sharing a conversation I had with author Sarah Elisabeth Sawyer. Sarah and I discuss her novels, most of which feature American Indians....

Historical Fiction Gives Us Breathing Space—with Terry Roberts

Posted June 23, 202200:53:30

Today I’m sharing a conversation with Terry Roberts about his book My Mistress’ Eyes Are Raven Black, a hard-boiled detective story...

Fiction Brings the Past to Life—with Scott Gates

Posted June 16, 202200:36:26

Today I’m sharing a conversation I had with Scott Gates, whose latest novel, Gone, the Redeemer, just released June 15, 2022. We...

Learning From Those Who’ve Gone Before Us—with Rachel Fordham

Posted June 9, 202200:30:26

Today’s episode is a conversation with Rachel Fordham. Her latest novel, Where the Road Bends, released Tuesday, June 7. We discuss...

The Importance of Knowing History—with James A. Ross

Posted June 2, 202200:40:58

Today’s episode is a unique and fascinating one! Jim and I discuss his historical novel, Hunting Teddy Roosevelt, about an attempt...