Cryssa Bazos

Congratulations to Sharon Overend on the upcoming release of her debut novel, LOOK OVER YOUR SHOULDER- about a dysfunctional family coming together over a crisis involving one of their own. It has a wry sense of humour and drama in equal measure. Available now for pre-order. books2read.com/u/bzGr7z

Fave Five: Fiction with Sapphic Knights The Afterward by E.K. Johnston (YA) Where Shadows Bloom by Catherine Bakewell (YA) A Knight to Remember by Bridget Essex The Fireborne Blade by Charlotte Bond Her Pretty Knight by Mariah Rae Birch …

Doing the #SapphicSeptember challenge and need some help finding books? No prob.

Sapphic Knights: lgbtqreads.com/2025/03/10/f...

Transfem MC: lgbtqreads.com/2023/05/10/f... and lgbtqreads.com/2024/12/10/f...

What have I been up to? Change is definitely in the air! Read all about my new direction in my first newsletter on Substack. You can sign up for free. #writing #historicalfantasy open.substack.com/pub/cryssaba...

Deborah Swift commemorates Women's History Month by sharing stories about female spies and their training from the Second World War. Visit the link for more: www.annabelfrage.com/2025/03/27/m...

Historical fiction author @clarefly.bsky.social shares the tale of Philippa Fawcett, who achieved the highest marks in the University of Cambridge Mathematics Tripos in 1890. Yet, despite her accomplishment, she and other women were denied a degree.
www.annabelfrage.com/2025/03/26/a...

Unveiling the cover of an exhilarating new historical thriller by Nancy Bilyeau! THE VERSAILLES FORMULA is now available for pre-order!

Historical fiction author @abelfrageauthor.bsky.social explores the somber aspects of women's history by examining the plight of enslaved women in 18th century America, highlighting a grim chapter in the past.
www.annabelfrage.com/2025/03/24/m...

I can’t argue with you there 😢

Thanks for sharing

Delving into the somber aspects of Women's History, Helen Hollick explores the witch hunts and trials that took place during the 16th and 17th centuries #WomensHistoryMonth
www.annabelfrage.com/2025/03/22/m...

I am pleased to offer my contribution to Women's History Month by spotlighting Ann Fanshawe and Lady Brilliana Harley, two valiant women who stood on opposing sides of the Wars of the Three Kingdoms in the 17th century. #WomensHistoryMonth

Historical fiction author @jarnopp.bsky.social explores the remarkable life and enduring influence of Margaret Beaufort, the formidable matriarch who gave rise to the Tudor Dynasty #WomensHistoryMonth
www.annabelfrage.com/2025/03/18/a...

In celebration of Women's History Month, historical fiction writer @elizabethstjohn.bsky.social introduces us to 17th-century women healers, spotlighting extraordinary women from her own ancestry. www.annabelfrage.com/2025/03/20/m...

Lady Penelope Rich, an educated and accomplished Tudor gentlewoman, played a significant role in the courts of two monarchs. @tonyriches.bsky.social brings her fascinating story to light for Women's History Month.
www.annabelfrage.com/2025/03/19/m...

Today, historical fiction author @deborahswift.bsky.social brings us the captivating story of Mother Shipton and her prophesies. #WomensHistoryMonth www.annabelfrage.com/2025/03/17/m...

For Women's History Month, historical fiction writer Amy Maroney highlights the story of another pioneer: Trotula of Salerno. Practicing medicine in the 11th or 12th century, Trotula authored renowned works on women's health.
www.annabelfrage.com/2025/03/15/m...

In honour of Women's History Month @cathiedunn.bsky.social discusses the life of Matilda, Queen of the Romans and Holy Roman Empress
www.annabelfrage.com/2025/03/13/m...

As Women's History Month progresses, @abelfrageauthor.bsky.social shares the story of the remarkable Eleanor of Castile, who served as Queen of England. Discover more at: www.annabelfrage.com/2025/03/14/m...
#WomensHistoryMonth

In celebration of Women's History Month, we turn our attention to Joanna of Sicily, the daughter of Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine. Historical Fiction author Charlene Newcomb acquaints us with this lesser-known royal figure #WomensHistoryMonth
www.annabelfrage.com/2025/03/12/m...

Marching through history - in which Paula sheds some light on 11th century Anglo-Saxon women - Anna Belfrage Today, I am joined by Paula Lofting. As long as I have known Paula, she has been a major, major fan of Anglo-Saxon England, more specifically the period just preceding the Conquest. Yes, she has a…

Marching through Women's History month, Paula Lofting shines a light on 11th century Anglo-Saxon women #WomensHistoryMonth

Discover the real Lady Macbeth! In celebration of Women's History Month,
@thehistorybits.bsky.social unveils the tale of this medieval Scottish queen. #WomensHistoryMonth
Explore more at buff.ly/6fZCwOm.

Marching through history - meet Æthelflæd, Lady of the Mercians - Anna Belfrage A few days ago, Annie Whitehead visited with a post about a Northumbrian queen. Today, she introduces us to Æthelflæd, a lady very, very close to her heart as is evidenced by her beautiful novel, To…

Marching through Women's History Month, historian
@anniehistory.bsky.social delves into the remarkable Æthelflæd, Lady of the Mercians. She independently ruled Mercia at a time of Viking invasions. Read more about this courageous woman's legacy. #WomensHistoryMonth

Dive into this gripping saga of love and jealousy brimming with unexpected twists and poignant moments. #HistoryLovers
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Marching through history - Cathie introduces the forgotten Poppa - Anna Belfrage Some years ago, I read Cathie Dunne’s book, Ascent and was quite fascinated by how she’d described the, to me, unknown Poppa and her marriage to Hrolf. In Sweden, we call him Gångar-Rolf “Walking Rolf...

Join us in honouring Women's History Month with
@cathiedunn.bsky.social as she unveils the tale of Poppa of Bayeux, the forgotten matriarch of the House of Normandy. #WomensHistoryMonth. Discover more at buff.ly/wjPW91Y.

A reminder if it’s needed for #internationalwomensday that women have had a voice for many centuries - maybe we just haven’t always been willing to listen …

#earlymodern

Celebrate Women's History by joining Anglo-Saxon expert and novelist @anniehistory.bsky.social. Uncover the story of Eanflæd, Queen of Northumbria. #WomenInHistory buff.ly/s8xmmYd

My pleasure!

An Alternative Historical Tale Alternative historical fiction has become a growing interest of mine. Every fiction writer, at one time, will ask themselves, ‘what if’, but what sets apart alternative fiction is that …

Celebrating Women's History Month with @alisonmorton.bsky.social and her Roma Nova series - what if the Roman Empire hadn't collapsed and is instead ruled by women? Alison explores alternative history. #AltHistory #WomensHistory
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Women Clinicians in Stuart England: Nursing Through War, Pestilence, and Plague - Elizabeth St.John In Stuart England, women were the primary caregivers in their households, responsible for much of their family’s wellbeing. They diagnosed illnesses, prepared treatments, and administered care with kn...

Wives, mothers, daughters were chief care givers during the Stuart age. An excellent article by @elizabethstjohn.bsky.social #EarlyModern
www.elizabethjstjohn.com/updates/wome...

Today, Helen Hollick marches through Women's History with her perspective on Gwenhwyfar and how she influenced her Pendragon series. #WomensHistoryMonth
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