Sophie Perinot on building a historical fiction career across two countries — and how publishing has changed along the way
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Sophie Perinot on building a historical fiction career across two countries — and how publishing has changed along the way
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Summary
In this episode of Rock, Paper, Swords!, Justin Hill and Matthew Harffy are joined by historical novelist Sophie Perinot for a wide-ranging conversation about writing, research, and the realities of the modern book industry.
We discuss:
Moving from the United States to the United Kingdom
Adapting to life in Britain, including experiences with the NHS
The importance of the Historical Novel Society conferences
How historical research has evolved in the digital age
Changing trends in historical fiction
What’s shifted in traditional publishing over the past decade
Navigating today’s historical fiction market
This is an honest and thoughtful look at writing as a profession — community, craft, career longevity, and the changing landscape of historical publishing.
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