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STARTS May 8, 2025

Writing Historical Fiction

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Before You Proceed

WRITING HISTORICAL FICTION is geared towards serious writers and covers a significant amount of detailed Content and Exercises

As part of this course, you will be expected to read and provide feedback on the writing of your fellow students. Just like a virtual writing group, we all work together to develop ideas, explore themes, and elevate skills. Interaction is key and you should understand that engaging with the course, through assignments and discussion, is a necessary part of the process.

If you’ve got what it takes to join our historical explorers, read on to discover what’s in store.

Your Host

History Heroine

Kat Campbell

Kat Campbell is a USA Today Bestselling Author with over 300 books published under many pennames and in many genres. Certified 'know-it-all,' in possession of 'that' energy, and 'jackie of all trades,' Kat is a Canadian with a Kiwi passport who currently lives in Australia.

Live session dates and times:
Session 1 - Thursday, May 8th, 8:00pm ET
Session 2 - Thursday, May 15th, 8:00pm ET
Session 3 - Thursday, May 22nd, 8:00pm ET
Session 4 - Thursday, May 29th, 8:00pm ET

If you can't make it to a session, don't worry – recordings will be uploaded for you to enjoy at your own pace alongside the rest of the course!

take a trip back in time...

Recreate Historical Eras with Expert Guidance

the most comprehensive historical fiction writing experience you could wish for.

Recommended Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced

Course Objectives:

Master Historical Research – Learn how to uncover authentic details that bring your historical setting to life.

Refine Your Story Idea – Choose and refine a compelling topic for your book or series that resonates with readers.

Craft Authentic Dialogue – Develop dialogue that reflects the era while engaging modern readers.

Meet Reader Expectations – Understand what historical fiction readers crave and how to deliver it.

Cover & Category Analysis – Analyze successful book covers and categories to position your work effectively in the market.

Plot Your Novel with Expert Guidance – Receive personalized feedback on your plot outline to ensure a strong narrative structure.

Get Chapter 1 Feedback – Submit your first chapter for review and actionable feedback from the instructor.

Marketing Insights – Discover proven marketing strategies to launch and promote your historical fiction.

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Explore the Full Curriculum

Module 1: Setting the Foundation

– Introduction: Get an overview of the course and set your goals.

– Rewriting History… kind of: Learn how to balance historical facts with creative storytelling.

– Slay the Research Dragon: Master efficient research techniques to enrich your narrative.

– Amazon Genres + Popular Tropes: Understand the market landscape and what readers are looking for.

Module 2: Bringing the Past to Life

– Historical Accuracy: Learn when to stay true to history and when to take creative liberties.

– Creative License: Discover how to weave fiction into the fabric of history.

– Moving Forward while Looking Back: Create a story that resonates with contemporary readers.

– Bridging the Gap Between Fact & Fiction: Learn the art of blending reality with imagination.

– Character Development: Craft compelling characters that feel authentic to their time period.

Module 3: Building Your World

– Place in Historical Fiction: Develop a vivid, immersive setting for your story.

– Where Does Your Character Fit? Align your character’s journey with the historical context.

– Dialogue Dynamics: Create dialogue that reflects the era while engaging readers.

– Dialogue Writing Assignment: Apply what you’ve learned with hands-on practice and feedback.

Module 4: Finalizing and Launching

– Plotting and Outlining Historical Fiction: Structure your story for maximum impact.

– Covers/Titles/Keywords: Learn how to make your book stand out in the marketplace.

– Marketing Historical Fiction: Get insider tips on promoting your work effectively.

Bonus Material

– Character Worksheet: Develop well-rounded, historically accurate characters.

– 10 Chapter Outline Template: Organize your plot with a professional outline.

– Research Sites: Access a curated list of top resources for historical research.

– Release Week Ad Stacker Promo Strategy: Plan a successful book launch with proven advertising strategies.

context from real-world books

See How It's Done For Real

Alongside your course materials and worksheets, you'll also find examples from real books.

See how the concepts, tips and techniques you'll explore throughout the course are implemented in the context of real-world books that readers are buying right now...

So you know exactly how and when to use them to make your own storytelling shine.

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Write Historical Fiction Better Than Ever Before

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