Choosing the Right Time and Place for Historical Fiction

Research & Forensics
2018
Featuring Abir Mukherjee, Caroline Todd, Charles Todd, Jennifer Kincheloe, L.A. Chandler

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The setting of a historical novel is as important as its characters. In this session, panelists discuss the historical periods they chose for their stories, what drew them to those eras, and how time and place influence plot, character, and the overall reading experience.

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