Identify themes and issues prevalent during the chosen historical period, then determine how to weave them into the narrative to add historical depth.

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Choosing your historical period for a historical fiction story involves two steps: first, conduct preliminary research to investigate key events, social norms, influential figures, and daily life of candidate periods so you can narrow down a specific time frame; second, identify the historical themes and issues prevalent during that period so you can weave them into your narrative for added depth.

Steps of Writing Historical Fiction: Choose Your Historical Period

Conducting preliminary research for historical fiction involves starting with a broad overview of the chosen historical period. This includes investigating key events, social norms, influential figures, and the general way of life to help narrow down a specific time frame for the narrative.

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