The Readers' Advisory Guide to Historical Fiction

Whether it's set in ancient Egypt, Feudal Japan, the Victorian Age, or Civil War-era America, historical fiction places readers squarely at the center of fascinating times and places, making it one of the most popular genres in contemporary publishing. The definitive resource for librarians and other book professionals, this guide ◗◗ Provides an overview of historical fiction's roots, highlighting foundational classics, as well as covering the latest and most popular authors and titles ◗◗ Explores the genre in terms of its scope, style, and appeal ◗◗ Includes lists of recommendations, with a compendium of print and web-based resources ◗◗ Offers marketing tips for getting the word out to readers. Emphasizing an appreciation of historical fiction in its many forms and focusing on what fans enjoy, this guide provides a fresh take on a durable genre.

Jennifer Baker earned her master's degree in librarianship at the University of Washington and now works at the Seattle Public Library's Reader Services Department as a reference and readers' advisory librarian. Baker currently services on the Listen List Award committee, sponsored by the Reference and User Services (RUSA) division of the American Library Association, and she has also served on the Reading List Council. She reviews historical suspense for Booklist, serves on the consulting team for EBSCO Publishing's Adult Core Collection, and is the author of several readers' advisory articles in Library Journal, NoveList, and Reference and User Services Quarterly.