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James L Hill Shane McKnight James L Hill Shane McKnight

Writing Historical Fiction

Historical fiction demands more than dates and dusty facts—it requires knowing how to transform real events into compelling narrative. In this practical craft article, James L. Hill explores three major approaches to historical fiction, from time-period-based storytelling to alternative history, and explains how much research each truly requires. Whether anchoring your story in the Battle of Trenton or rewriting the fate of the American Revolution, Hill shows how to balance accuracy, imagination, and storytelling power.

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Dale T. Phillips Shane McKnight Dale T. Phillips Shane McKnight

Formatting

Formatting can make or break your book. Whether you’re prepping for Kindle or print, this guide covers the essentials of book layout, fonts, file types, and tools—so your work looks clean, professional, and ready to sell.

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Dale T. Phillips Shane McKnight Dale T. Phillips Shane McKnight

Covers

A great book cover is your first, and sometimes only, chance to make a professional impression. In this guide, Dale T. Phillips explores what makes a cover work, what can doom your book to obscurity, and how Indie authors can compete with the big publishers on visual appeal—and win.

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