Historical Fiction is my passion when it comes to writing. Of course before you can indulge in the fiction, you have to become proficient with the history or you will lose the impact it was meant to create. The fun with this lies in finding wormholes that lead you to fascinating information. It’s particularly sweet when you find something that other historians have missed, or misinterpreted. Personally for me that’s a rush. It has me feeling like an explorer, finding hidden treasures - uncovering information that will help us to understand the past. Whenever possible I will include here, information on the little adventures I have encountered during my researching. The process is half the fun.
Research
Learn how to ask the right questions
When you think you’ve discovered everything possible about your topic, look deeper - That's when you discover the juicy stuff
Don’t be afraid to reach out to people that seem out of reach
Tackle your research from more than one direction
Don’t be quick to believe everything you hear, read, or see