Historical Novel Settings
Regency England is a fantastic place to set your historical fiction novel. Romance novels and historical romance, in particular, fly off the proverbial amazon shelves. Unfortunately, as a writer, you can occasionally get writer's block, so when you lack ideas, check out these fantastic (and historical) settings for your regency romance-related novels.
A Hidden Gem in Edinburgh: McEwan’s Tavern and its Role in For the Love of a Scottish Lass
In For the Love of a Scottish Lass, I wanted to capture the essence of historic Scotland, and one of the key settings that brings the story to life is McEwan’s Tavern. Nestled close to the bustling Portobello Promenade in…
19th Century Literature Eras
The 19th century is one of the most exciting periods in English history. This era gave birth to modern democracy, new forms of art and literature, and a period of unprecedented industrialization that would change society forever. It also gave…
The Rise of Pleasure Gardens in Regency Literature
The pleasure garden is a common fixture of historical romance novels. In this article, we’ll examine what exactly a pleasure garden is, why it’s so prevalent in historical fiction and how you can use it to enhance your writing. We…
4 Reasons You Should Never Put A Love Triangle In A Regency Romance Novel
Love triangles have their time and place in fictional novels like the Twilight and Hunger Games series. However, a love triangle should be kept entirely out of the picture in regency romance. In fact, you should never put a love triangle in a regency romance…
4 Adventure Plotlines For Regency Romance Novels (Writing Prompts)
The adventure plotline is perfect for the bored regency romance writer. When you are tired of writing about the London ballroom, assembly rooms, or even the countryside Christmas house party, then dive into an adventure plotline or two for your…
3 Top English Places To Include In Historical Romance Novels
There is a certain whimsy surrounding writing best-selling historical romance novels. Whether it is the handsome men that litter the pages or the relateable strong female leads we all secretly aspire to be. Weaving in some authentic historical components makes…
