Beyond the Pages

A collection of historical fiction insights, book recommendations, and behind-the-scenes stories. Explore immersive settings, strong women, and the moments that shape unforgettable stories.

What You’ll Find Here

  • Book recommendations and reading lists
  • Historical insights and research discoveries
  • Behind-the-scenes writing reflections
6 Historical Fiction Reads for Fall

6 Historical Fiction Reads for Fall

There’s something about autumn that invites us to slow down—not just in our routines, but in our reading lives, too. As the days grow shorter and the leaves begin to fall, we find ourselves reaching for books that offer something deeper: emotional truth, immersive stories, and characters who feel as real as the people we love. For many readers (myself included), fall is a season of turning inward. It’s a time to reflect, to savor the little things, and to seek stories that don’t just pass the time—but linger. Stories that comfort, challenge, and ultimately remind us of who we are.

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5 Historical Fiction Novels That Left Me Changed (In the Best Way)

5 Historical Fiction Novels That Left Me Changed (In the Best Way)

As a writer of historical women’s fiction, I find myself constantly searching for stories that not only captivate but also leave me thinking long after I’ve closed the book. The kind of books that stay with you, that fill your heart and mind in ways words can’t quite explain. These are the stories that make us feel, the ones that challenge our understanding of resilience, bravery, and the incredible women who have shaped history.

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The Big Apple in Fiction: Four Novels That Bring NYC to Life

The Big Apple in Fiction: Four Novels That Bring NYC to Life

Few cities inspire the imagination like New York—and few authors capture it with as much elegance and emotion as Fiona Davis. Whether you’re drawn to hidden histories, sweeping romances, or women seeking purpose against dynamic backdrops, Davis’s novels offer richly layered stories where the city becomes a character all its own.

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The Books That Stayed With Me: My Favorite Historical Fiction Reads of Summer (So Far!)

The Books That Stayed With Me: My Favorite Historical Fiction Reads of Summer (So Far!)

There’s something about summer that invites a different kind of reading. Maybe it’s the slower mornings, the warmth of the sun on your skin, or the way long evenings stretch just wide enough to hold a few extra chapters. For me, this season has always been a time to slip into stories that linger—books that nourish as much as they captivate.

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My July Reading List: Bookish Escapes, Mysteries, and Motivation

My July Reading List: Bookish Escapes, Mysteries, and Motivation

There’s something about July that feels both slow and fleeting—the perfect balance of long sunny afternoons and lazy evenings that beg for a good book in hand. As a writer and lifelong reader, summer has always been a time to escape into new stories, explore unfamiliar places, and uncover hidden truths between the pages. This month, my reading list is a curated blend of genres and formats. From beachy women's fiction and historical adventures to motivational nonfiction and gripping suspense, each book has earned a spot for a different reason. Here’s a peek at what I’m reading in July—and why you might want to add these titles to your own summer stack.

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