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In the Margins
Every book has margins. So does history.
That’s where I live — in the gaps between what was recorded and what actually happened, between the famous figures and the forgotten ones who stood beside them. Pull up a chair. I’ll be sharing what I’m researching, what’s surprising me, and why some stories simply refuse to let go until they’re told
Three Ways I’ve Learned to Tell the Same Story –And Why Each One Matters
Historical fiction author Nancy Polk Hall explores how the same story transforms across formats — a novel, a spoken word, and the intimate Letters from Caroline series.
The Book for a Long Spring Afternoon — Why This Is the Season to Finally Read Call of the Blackbird
Spring changes what we want from a book. Nancy Polk Hall on why this is the season for Call of the Blackbird — and the kind of reading that stays with you.
When a Book Ends but the Characters Don’t — On Missing the People You Lived With While Writing a Book
What happens when a book is finished and the characters you’ve lived with for years go quiet? Nancy Polk Hall reflects on the friends she finds in her fiction.
Why Signing Up for My Newsletter is a Must for History Lovers
Discover the exclusive benefits, behind‑the‑scenes content, and early access you’ll receive by joining the Nancy Polk Hall newsletter.
Reading the Past Historical Fiction Recommendations for Summer
A curated list of captivating historical novels—including my own titles—that transport readers to vivid past eras, perfect for summer reading.
How to Use Primary Sources in Fiction Writing
Learn practical techniques for incorporating diaries, letters, and newspaper clippings into your historical narratives without losing narrative flow.
A Letter is Waiting for You
In an age of notifications and noise, Caroline writes letters.
Letters from Caroline is a subscription like no other — original stories from history’s margins, delivered the old-fashioned way: straight to your mailbox. No inbox. No algorithm. Just a envelope, a story, and a moment to slow down.