Historical Novel Society

The Historical Novel Society (HNS) is a premier international literary organization dedicated to the promotion, advocacy, and celebration of historical fiction. Founded in 1997, the society serves a global community of authors, readers, and publishing professionals by providing a broad platform for the genre, which it defines as any fiction set at least fifty years before its writing. HNS is perhaps best known for its quarterly magazine, the Historical Novels Review, which features over 300 objective reviews per issue alongside author interviews and industry news. Through its biennial conferences in North America, the UK, and Australasia, as well as its numerous regional and subgenre chapters, the society fosters deep connections between creators and enthusiasts, offering essential resources such as manuscript critique groups, literary awards, and networking opportunities with agents and editors.