If you're a history enthusiast and a fan of captivating storytelling, historical fiction novels might be your ideal choice for a leisurely read. In this article, we will explore some of the top historical fiction publishers in the USA, bringing you a curated list of renowned publishers known for their exceptional historical fiction titles. 1. Penguin Random House: Penguin Random House is one of the largest publishing houses globally, and they have an extensive collection of historical fiction novels. Their historical fiction imprints, such as Riverhead Books and Viking Press, publish works by acclaimed authors like Hilary Mantel, Ken Follett, and Philippa Gregory. Their website provides a user-friendly interface to explore and purchase books directly. 2. HarperCollins Publishers: HarperCollins boasts a rich catalog of historical fiction works. Their historical fiction imprint, William Morrow, publishes notable authors such as Bernard Cornwell and Sarah Dunant. The HarperCollins website offers a separate section dedicated to historical fiction, making it effortless to discover compelling titles from various time periods and cultures. 3. Simon & Schuster: With historical novels covering a wide array of topics and eras, Simon & Schuster is a prominent publisher in the genre. Authors like Geraldine Brooks, Anthony Doerr, and Philippa Gregory have published their historical fiction works under the Simon & Schuster imprint. Their website provides information on new releases, author interviews, and other reading recommendations. 4. Hachette Book Group: Hachette Book Group publishes historical fiction novels through their flagship imprint, Little, Brown and Company. You can find engaging historical novels from renowned authors like David Mitchell, Esi Edugyan, and Paula McLain. The Hachette website features a "Browse By Genre" section, where you can easily navigate to their historical fiction titles. 5. Macmillan Publishers: Macmillan has a strong presence in the historical fiction genre with their imprints like Picador and St. Martin's Press. They publish works by highly regarded authors, including Kate Morton, Hilary Mantel, and Sharon Kay Penman. The Macmillan Publishers website offers an easily accessible catalog of historical fiction books, complete with synopses and author information. Aside from these major publishing houses, there are also smaller independent publishers that focus on historical fiction, such as Europa Editions and Counterpoint Press. These publishers often take risks by releasing unique and lesser-known historical fiction works, introducing readers to fresh voices in the genre. To stay up to date with the latest news, releases, and discussions about historical fiction, you can explore websites like Goodreads. Goodreads is a popular online community of book lovers that provides recommendations, user reviews, and author interviews, making it an excellent resource for discovering new historical fiction titles. Whether you enjoy tales set in ancient civilizations, medieval Europe, or 20th-century events, these publishers and online platforms will ensure you have a wealth of historical fiction options at your fingertips. So, grab your favorite reading spot, delve into the past, and let the immersive stories transport you to different eras of human history. Happy reading!
When a modern person goes back to the early years of the Tang Dynasty, he would engage in farming, raising horses, and
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In the first year of Zhongping (AD), the "Great Daoist of Peace" Zhang Jiao launched the famous "Yellow Turban Rebellion" in history, causing chaos and suffering for the people, and setting the stage for the upcoming Three Kingdoms era when various warlords rose to power. The regretful South China Elder who taught Zhang Jiao the "Tàipíng Yàoshù" made a mistake in accepting disciples, so he summoned two immortals, Zuo Ci and Yu Ji, to the Shangfang Mountain Cloud Cave and sought to harness the power of the three celestial books to plead with the heavens for the descent of a
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Modern loser Xiang Yun is reincarnated into the end of Eastern Han Dynasty. He unexpectedly rebirths in a bandit's lair, and engages in a battle of wits and bravery with Guan Hai, who has turned to a life of banditry. After cleverly escaping, they enter the city to seek help, but are constrained by Han laws. Xiang Yun has no choice but to head to the capital to plea his case. On the way, they encounter a mountain tiger, and in a critical moment, Xiang Yun is unexpectedly saved by the renowned warrior Xu Chu from the Three Kingdoms era. Xiang Yun cleverly forms a bond with Xu Chu and together they enter Luoyang to plea their case. On their return journey, they encounter Dian Wei, who angrily kills a local tyrant, and they save him. The three companions travel together, vanquish the mountain stronghold, and bestow benevolence and righteousness, establishing their names in the Eastern Han era. What? The Shu Han minister Xiang Lang is my brother? Xiang Chong is my nephew? Kuai Yue and Kuai Liang are my elder brother's good friends? Sima Hui is my teacher? Xiang Yun is pleasantly surprised. Then, what about Zhuge Liang, Pang Tong, and Xu Shu...my junior brothers? Wow haha...Three Kingdoms, here I come...Xiang Yun looks up to the sky and laughs uncontrollably...dreaming with drool...recruiting fierce generals, seizing territories. In this impassioned era, how will Xiang Yun make his choices? PS: This story is fantastical and purely fictional. Please do not imitate! QQ group: [omitted].
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The Qu family is a family with a long history in Guicheng. Since the last century, they have appointed a family head with each generational change to lead the continuous development of the Qu family. With the advent of the new century, as the younger generation of the Qu family grows up, the long-feuding grievances of the previous century resurface. The Xie family, who suffered the destruction of their family, and the Luo family, burdened with deep-seated enmity, both have a significant connection with the Qu family. Qu Xiaotang, the beloved granddaughter of the current family head, is a sophomore at Guicheng University. During the summer vacation, she participated in a volunteer teaching program and was sent to Guicheng Pingzhen as an intern teacher. During this period, she experienced a series of incredible murder cases, and later, the true identity of her younger brother, Qu Xiaoyu, gradually became clear. With the appearance of the mysterious police officer, Luo Hao, Qu Xiaotang is once again pushed into an unimaginable conspiracy. The interests implicated behind this are actually the unsolved puzzles of the three families, Qu, Xie, and Luo, from the previous generation...and the Qu family will also usher in a new generational change of family head...
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Some say this period of history is worthy of an epic, while others say it will be forever engraved in our memories. When people of this era speak of the tumultuous and magnificent twenty years, it pales the previous thousands of years of civilization. Future generations call it a remarkable period of changes and developments that left people in awe for thousands of years to come.
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Dahlia Dursley stared at the reflection of a blond, blue-eyed girl in the mirror, lost in thought. When she discovered that she had traveled back in time and transformed into Harry's eldest cousin, she knew something was not right in this world. Hagrid's umbrella concealed a giant boning knife instead of being a normal hunting guard. Snape, the genius prince of hotpot, taught his potion class by boiling tripe. Is everything really okay? Gryffindors love spiciness, Ravenclaws follow the rules of sauce, Slytherins believe in the essence of ingredients, and Hufflepuffs just care about being able to eat! Was Voldemort and the Death Eaters killing everywhere years ago just to resist the muggle invention of air fryers and microwaves? Something seems off. What happened to Hogwarts and the magical world?! Dahlia grabbed her beloved kitchen knife and exclaimed, 'Mapo Tofu!' In an instant, roaring flames erupted. She sighed, 'I guess this can also be considered magic? It's just that my way of time travel might be a little off...' If you enjoy 'A Tongue-Tied Hogwarts,' please remember to recommend it to your friends on QQ and Weibo!
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In the late years of the Western Jin Dynasty, turmoil reigned supreme. The divine land sank into chaos, as various northern tribes bared their fangs, brandished their claws, and scrambled to devour the Central Plains. They captured and killed countless innocent people. The sound of wailing flutes and barbaric horns lingered, while the hooves of warhorses filled the air with smoke. It was during this time that a young man from another time and space emerged, his passion and determination transformed into a mighty sword. He stood against the northern invaders, ceaselessly fighting. In the midst of the Five Barbarians, amidst the sorrow of a chaotic era, through a hundred battles in the yellow sand, he sought to restore peace to the land...
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Lightsaber, future, the continuation of legend. Battle, swordsmanship, cold weapons, endless legends. A doctor studying archaeology, caught up in a mysterious event on Earth, and thus the story begins. Embark on a journey of the interstellar sword saint, waiting for brave warriors like you to join.
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A young office clerk who had just entered society unexpectedly traveled back in time to the end of the Ming Dynasty and became a scholar in Kaifeng Prefecture named Li Xiuwen. Though coming from a wealthy background, he was plagued with frequent illnesses; while possessing remarkable talent, he did not live in the right era. The court was embroiled in endless political struggles, factions fought among themselves, calamities befell both man and nature, and the people suffered in silence. With formidable enemies lurking outside and internal chaos erupting, the ship of fate swayed in turbulent times. Would he passively drift along and be consumed by the vast ocean like a wave? Or would he defy the waves
312.70 Million words | 2022-11-28 11:41Update
New book is available now, please show your support by reading it. Below is the brief introduction: Title: The War God Liu Feng in the Three Kingdoms In this year, Liu Bei's biological son, Liu Shan, was born. In this year, Cao Cao's army of 800,000 marched south. In this year, a modern accountant traveled back in time and became Liu Bei's adopted son, Liu Feng. Awkward identity, imminent danger, and a tragic ending in the future - Liu Feng, who is aware of it all, can only rise up and resist the fate's arrangement
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In the ninth year of Wude, a modern youth was transported back in time. Despite having a respectable position in the Eastern Palace, he would become the fertile ground to nourish the upcoming Xuanwu Gate Incident. He didn't want to die, so he bravely wielded his butcher knife, facing conspiracies and treachery from all sides. After dealing with one scheme after another, he suddenly realized he had completely offended Emperor Li Shim
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One absurd misstep led Xu Xun, who had finally avenged his enemies, to fall into the prosperous era of the Ming Dynasty five hundred years ago. During this time of peace and prosperity, Jinling was enchanting, the capital city was majestic, the melodies of the Qinhuai River could never be exhausted, and the dances of Huaiyang were endless. Under the harmony of this golden age, the loyal and virtuous thrived while the common people were treated no better than dogs. As a lone orphan, Xu Xun faced numerous challenges in merely surviving. In that case, he might as well embrace his fate and become a notorious courtier. The days of those noble-hearted Ming officials who preached benevolence, righteousness, and morality were numbered!
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A time-space accident caused the protagonist to travel through, assuming the new identity of Zhao Kuo, who was known for his empty talk on paper for thousands of years. Don't doubt it, this is a fantasy novel, a work of imagination. However, I hope it can bring a different kind of fantasy feeling to everyone. Let's assume for a moment, if you became the hedonistic Zhao Kuo, what would you do? The first thing our protagonist did was to take advantage of Princess Zhao Ni, setting the stage for an exciting story. In the turbulent era of the Warring States, with various heroes rising, how would the new Zhao Kuo, a scion of a noble family, create his magnificent legend? If you have any opinions about the book, feel free to express them in the author's circle. I will be there to respond regularly. Circle address: http://q.k.com/t/.html.
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When Wei Yun was fourteen years old, all the men in his family died on the battlefield, leaving their home in ruins. Only his mother and his new sister-in-law were left to support him. Wei's mother said to him, "It's not easy for your sister-in-law. She just got married and already lost her husband. When you become successful in the future, you must find a good match for her." At that time, he nodded and said, "Okay." When Wei Yun turned twenty, Gu Chusheng, the Minister of Rites, came to propose a marriage alliance with Wei's family. Wei Yun held a knife and entered the gates of the Gu family. He said, "Once I enter the doors of the Wei family, I will be a part of the Wei family for the rest of my life." Gu Chusheng sneered and said, "Your brother is already dead. Who does she belong to?" Wei Yun tightened his grip on the knife and answered, word by word, "She belongs to me, Wei Yun."
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The next generation aircraft carrier Beijing, during a mission, travelled back to the time of the Sino-Japanese War. They captured the Japanese fleet, annihilated the invading Japanese army in Korea, bombed Tokyo, resisted the Eight-Nation Alliance, and occupied Russian territories. The soldiers on board used advanced scientific technology from the future to change the destiny of a nation. Just as the Chinese nation was flourishing, the soldiers on board did not expect that their time travel would
195.60 Million words | 2022-08-10 08:16Update
The Latest Chapter of Super NPC System >>> Chapter 104: Qianshan Mountains
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Someone said, "Qian Wuyou possesses the talent to conquer the world. Acquiring him would guarantee dominance over the realm." Others said, "Qian Wuyou is a thief who brings chaos and harm to the nation and its people. If this thief is not eliminated, the world will struggle to find peace." "While other strategists calculate based on the situation, Qian Wuyou calculates based on human hearts. If you ever get involved with this guy, it's better to slit your own throat early on, otherwise, he'll eventually trap you in a state of unbearable survival." Qian Wuyou, a cunning strategist who grew from a rookie to a mastermind. He is innocent regarding these comments and all he wants to say now is
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...... The Embroidered Uniform Guard, what do they live off? They're used for killing! Who do they kill? Those who obstruct the development of the Ming Dynasty! Deadwood officials, corrupt bureaucrats, kill! Factionalism, indulging in internal strife, kill! Falsifying imperial edicts, framing loyal subjects, kill! Selfishness, tax evasion, kill! Hypocrisy, empty talk causing harm to the nation, kill! Collusion with foreign powers, betraying the country, kill! Disrespecting the Great Ming, no matter how far, must be punished with death, kill!
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She admits that she is a woman without any dreams, her top three favorites are: first, vacation; second, television; third, instant noodles. She wants vacation when she is working, and even during vacation, she still wants more vacation. However, just because she is not ambitious, it doesn't mean she should be thrown into a place where it's desolate and idle, where all there is are trees and firewood, and besides her, a two-legged person, everyone else either has four legs or can fly without using their legs. She used to long for vacation every day, but now, all she longs for is a bowl, a bowl of instant noodles.
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Ignoring her father's opposition, she married him as the prime minister's legitimate daughter. After the wedding, she exhausted all her efforts to assist him in gradually ascending to high positions. Unexpectedly, along with the imperial edict promoting him, there was also a secret order to massacre the entire prime minister's mansion. Crawling out from a pool of blood, she witnessed a scene of him embracing another woman in his arms. With bruises all over, struggling for breath, she laughed bitterly, "Zhou Mu, as long as I have a breath left, I will make sure to tear your heart out. Even if I become a ghost, I will haunt you day and night, making the Zhou family never
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