We released episode 2 of our new podcast last week. In it, Matthew Harffy and I discuss some things you might find interesting, from food in historical novels (and the pitfalls of talking about things that weren't around at the time your book is set!) to weaponry. It's a fun episode, and perhaps even more... Continue Reading →
My standalone novel, Lucia, which tells the story of a female slave's life in a Roman villa, is on special offer this October in the UK. Just 99p! Get it HERE. Historian Sharon Bennett Connolly chose Lucia as her favourite book of the year and reviewed it saying, "Lucia...makes the reader re-evaluate the way they... Continue Reading →
I was sent an advance copy of this novel by the publishers, Penguin/Random House and I was very happy to accept it as Iggulden was one of the writers who got me into this historical fiction stuff with his Emperor series. I enjoyed those immensely but must admit I've not read anything else by him... Continue Reading →
My standalone Roman slave novel, LUCIA, is now available to read for FREE to UK Amazon Prime subscribers! There's always a really good selection on there so it's a good thing for me to be part of. It's also still available worldwide as part of the Kindle Unlimited program and as paperback, hardcover, and on... Continue Reading →
LUCIA, my standalone Roman slave novel, is now available in hardcover! It feels, and looks great, as you can see from the photos (hardcover on the left). They are obviously more expensive than the paperbacks but I know a lot of people collect hardcovers so this might be something you’ll like. Most of my readers... Continue Reading →
My new Friar Tuck/Little John/Will Scarlet novella/novel Sworn to God is almost finished. The editor has gone over it, and now I just have to sort things in line with her suggestions, so it should be published later this month (November 2020). For now, check out the cover art! It was inspired by a photo... Continue Reading →
STEVEN A. McKAY - Historical Fiction Author 