Historical fiction offers a great way for authors to transport readers to settings that they might recognize from history, but can then also view in a brand new way. Using a historical setting for a fictional narrative or real historical figures as characters in a fictional tale is something that has been irresistible for both authors and readers for many years and it is a trend that shows no signs of slowing down. Here are just five free ebooks that features fictional tales that were inspired by real historical events or people.
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In an action-packed and fast-paced adventure with a refreshing new take on Irish fairies and the lore surrounding them, Alistaria is charged with a quest into the human realm to save their world.
From outdoor survival to renovation and dating, the reality television genre is as popular as ever. Many views love tuning in to watch unknown individuals compete against each other for fame and fortune.
Satirical and slapstick, Tony Teora’s Smart Pills is a sci-fi comedy that is sure to tickle the funny bone of fans who laugh out loud at Red Dwarf or Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy.
The accident that occurred in 1986 propelled the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant and the nearby town of Pripyat to the forefront of public consciousness.
The Quest for the Golden Plunger follows the misadventures of Troop 99 as they wreak an unbelievable amount of havoc during summer camp.
Some books are epic in scope and feature stories that can span generations. However, other authors have taken the complete opposite approach to their novels.
The Art of Anatomy, by Gary Power, introduces a dark traveling carnival stopping in a small town.
Fans of romance novels tend to be spoiled for choice as this genre has no shortage of unique settings. One of the most popular is the office or workplace romance.
In a world of gods and planets, The Legacy tells the complex tale of an eternal cycle in which the powers of good and evil, balance and imbalance, light and dark, will battle for the outcome of all humanity.
FEATURED AUTHOR - Colin Dodds is an award-winning author and filmmaker, whose works include Pharoni, Ms. Never and The 6th Finger of Tommy the Goose. He grew up in Massachusetts and lived in California briefly, before finishing his education in New York City. Since then, he’s made his living as a journalist, editor, copywriter and video producer. His work has appeared in Gothamist, The Washington Post and more than three hundred other publications, and been praised by luminaries such as David Berman and Norman… Read more