Grab your tissues and dress in your best gown, Downton Abbey: Grand Finale (in theaters September 12th) will take viewers back to the infamous Downton Abbey one last time. Say goodbye to the Crawley Family, their domestic staff, and all the drama. Don't want to wave goodbye just yet? Then check out these books and DVDs. Curated by Ashley Lee.
Category: historical fiction
Historical Fiction: A Different Story
Do you love historical fiction but want to read something a little different? Maybe delve into some history that's less familiar? Step back in time to historical events and time periods that inspired engaging stories despite being less well-known. Curated by Ashley Lee.
African American Historical Fiction
Celebrate Black History month with these African American historical fiction titles. Read powerful narratives on the struggles, triumphs, and untold stories of Black history. Explore how authors weave fiction with history to honor and amplify African American experiences. Curated by Ashley Lee.
Teens of the Nifty ’50s
Step back in time. Travel to the 1950s and experience American life with these teens in NYC, Atlanta, San Francisco, New Orleans, Washington D.C, Arkansas, Virginia, and the Midwest. They find love, follow their career dreams, and discover more about life and themselves. Curated by Samantha Matherne.
Noteworthy Women
March is Women's History Month. Celebrate and learn about the remarkable trailblazing heroines who have shaped the world with these reads. Curated by Ashley Lee.
Diverse Voices in YA Historical Fiction
View the past through the eyes of diverse characters in these works of historical fiction. Curated by Ashley Lee.
Wintry Reads
When the temperature drops (for a little while), pick up a wintry read. Find a variety of fiction and nonfiction choices to match your current mood. Hot chocolate not included. Curated by Carrie Goodall.
If You Liked The Empress
If you enjoyed the new Netflix show, The Empress, check out these imperial reads. Curated by Ashley Lee.
Biographical Fictionย
Novels based on the lives of real people allow readers to explore the possible inner lives of people who made an impact on their corner of the universe. Are the stories completely factual? No. Are they fascinating? Absolutely. Curated by Bonita Bignar.ย
Historical Mystery Series
Looking for a new series? Check out these historical mystery favorites. Curated by Bonita Bignar.
