The Readers’ Advisory Guide to Historical Fiction
- ISBN-10
- 083891165X
- ISBN-13
- 9780838911655
- Category
- Language Arts & Disciplines
- Pages
- 352
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2014-09
- Publisher
- American Library Association
- Author
- Jennifer S. Baker
Description
Whether 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 guideProvides an overview of historical fiction’s roots, highlighting foundational classics, and explores the genre in terms of its scope and styleCovers the latest and most popular authors and titlesDiscusses appeal characteristics and shows how librarians can use a reader's favorite qualities to make suggestionsIncludes lists of recommendations, with a compendium of print and web-based resourcesOffers marketing tips for getting the word out to readersEmphasizing 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.
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