Books Quote by Sara Sheridan
““Writing historical fiction has many common traits with writing sci-fi or fantasy books. The past is another country - a very different world - and historical readers want to see, smell and touch what it was like living there.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Discussing Historical Fiction, 2020
Writing historical fiction requires immersing readers in a past world, similar to world‑building in sci‑fi or fantasy.
In simple terms: Historical novels need vivid, sensory detail like fantasy.
Key Takeaway
Research and evoke sensory details of the era.
Themes
history
immersion
world‑building
creativity
Mood
inspirational
educational
Type
literary
creative
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- teaching
- reading clubs
Key Concepts
research
sensory description
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance fact and imagination?
- What senses best transport readers?
A Different Perspective
Readers may expect strict accuracy, limiting creative license.
