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Murder in the Queen’s Garden by Amanda Carmack

I am delighted to welcome Amanda Carmack to On the Tudor Trail! Amanda is the author of many historical novels, including the Kate Haywood Elizabethan Murder Mysteries. The third book in the series, 'Murder in the Queen's Garden' is due to be released in February 2015. Book Description 1559. Elizabeth has been on the throne for six months, and life in England seems newly golden. But for the Royal Court, murder and betrayal are foretold in the stars.... Kate Haywood, the young queen’s … [Read More...]

What is it about the Tudors? Historical Novel Society Australasia

What is it about the Tudors? 2015 Historical Novel Society Australasia Conference On the weekend of 20-22 March 2015, the Historical Novel Society Australasia (HNSA) is holding its inaugural conference at the historic Balmain Town Hall, Sydney, exploring the theme of ‘The Historical Novel in Peace and War’. The conference will be a celebration of the historical fiction genre in a weekend of talks, panels, debates, book launches and readings. Balmain Town Hall The opening night reception … [Read More...]

On the Tudor Trail’s 25 Days of Christmas Giveaway Winners!

Hearty congratulations to all our winners! You'll find an email from me in your inbox. Happy New Year! December 1 Anne Boleyn Xmas Decoration (Donated by Natalie Grueninger – me!) Open internationally Congratulations Emily Magee! December 2 ‘Elizabeth the Virgin Queen and the Men Who Loved Her’ by Robert Parry Paperback or Kindle Open internationally Congratulations Denise Duvall! December 3 ‘Jasper Tudor: Godfather of the Tudor Dynasty’ by Debra Bayani Open … [Read More...]

On the 25th Day of Christmas!

Wishing you all a very merry Christmas! May your day be filled with love, peace and happiness. I do sincerely hope you've enjoyed On the Tudor Trail's 25 Days of Christmas Giveaways. On this, the final day of our giveaway, I am delighted to offer you the chance to win a copy of my own book, co-authored with the lovely Sarah Morris, In the Footsteps of Anne Boleyn. To be in the running to win 'In the Footsteps of Anne Boleyn', leave a comment after this post. Conditions of Entry For your … [Read More...]

On the 24th Day of Christmas…

It's Christmas Eve! On the 24th day of Christmas On the Tudor Trail gave to me… the chance to win an autographed copy of ‘The Crown’ by Nancy Bilyeau. To be in the running to win this book, leave a comment after this post. Conditions of Entry For your chance to win a copy of ‘The Crown’, you must be subscribed to On the Tudor Trail’s newsletter (if you are not already, sign up on our homepage where it says ‘Free Enewsletter Subscription’). Then simply leave a comment after … [Read More...]

The Tudor Treasury by Elizabeth Norton

Not long to wait now! On the 23rd day of Christmas On the Tudor Trail gave to me… the chance to win 'The Tudor Treasury' by Elizabeth Norton. To be in the running to win this book, leave a comment after this post. Conditions of Entry For your chance to win a copy of ‘The Tudor Treasury’, you must be subscribed to On the Tudor Trail’s newsletter (if you are not already, sign up on our homepage where it says ‘Free Enewsletter Subscription’). Then simply leave a comment after … [Read More...]

On the 22nd Day of Christmas…

On the 22nd day of Christmas On the Tudor Trail gave to me… the chance to win an autographed copy of 'Brazen' by Katherine Longshore. To be in the running to win this book, leave a comment after this post. Conditions of Entry For your chance to win a copy of ‘Brazen’, you must be subscribed to On the Tudor Trail’s newsletter (if you are not already, sign up on our homepage where it says ‘Free Enewsletter Subscription’). Then simply leave a comment after this post between now and … [Read More...]

An Illustrated Introduction to the Tudors

On the 21st day of Christmas On the Tudor Trail gave to me… the chance to win a copy of ‘An Illustrated Introduction to the Tudors' by Gareth Russell. To be in the running to win this book, leave a comment after this post. Conditions of Entry For your chance to win a copy of ‘An Illustrated Introduction to the Tudors’, you must be subscribed to On the Tudor Trail’s newsletter (if you are not already, sign up on our homepage where it says ‘Free Enewsletter … [Read More...]

Lady Karola and the Christmas Stranger

I am delighted to share with you a guest post by Robin Maxwell, the author of a number of wonderful historical fiction novels, including 'The Secret Diary of Anne Boleyn' and 'Mademoiselle Boleyn'.  Robin and long time collaborator, Billie Morton, have recently released a children's novel called AUGIE APPLEBY'S TROUBLE IN TOYLAND. It's the story of Santa Klaus being kidnapped on December 22nd and his glamorous wife, Karol, hiring junior detective Augie Appleby to find her husband and save … [Read More...]

On the 20th Day of Christmas…

On the 20th day of Christmas On the Tudor Trail gave to me… the chance to win a copy of ‘His Last Letter' by Jeane Westin. To be in the running to win this book, leave a comment after this post. Conditions of Entry For your chance to win a copy of ‘His Last Letter’, you must be subscribed to On the Tudor Trail’s newsletter (if you are not already, sign up on our homepage where it says ‘Free Enewsletter Subscription’). Then simply leave a comment after this post between now and 26 … [Read More...]

The Kiss of the Concubine – Guest Post & Extract

I’d like to share with you a guest post and extract by novelist Judith Arnopp, who kindly donated a copy of her book, ‘The Kiss of the Concubine’ to our 25 Days of Christmas Giveaways. Enter here! Over to Judith! “People are sick and tired of Henry VIII and his wives, especially Anne Boleyn.” I have heard that phrase time and time again but I didn’t believe it. Since the time I was able to read a grown up novel I’ve been enthralled with Henry and Anne. There are so many questions, so many … [Read More...]

On the 19th Day of Christmas…

On the 19th day of Christmas On the Tudor Trail gave to me… the chance to win a copy of ‘The Kiss of the Concubine' by Judith Arnopp. To be in the running to win this book, leave a comment after this post. Conditions of Entry For your chance to win a copy of ‘The Kiss of the Concubine’, you must be subscribed to On the Tudor Trail’s newsletter (if you are not already, sign up on our homepage where it says ‘Free Enewsletter Subscription’). Then simply leave a comment after this … [Read More...]