Top 70 Historical Fiction Influencers in 2025

1. Kayla

Bio Host of @professionalbookgirl podcast🎙️✨Speed reader, bravo historian, fashion girl & self-proclaimed historical fiction queen.📍NYCAll views my own. ****@gmail.comInstagram Handle @kayreadwhatInstagram Followers 40.8KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

2. Ruta Sepetys

Bio Author of Historical Fiction📚 The Fountains of Silence📚 I Must Betray You📚 Between Shades of Gray📚 The Bletchley Riddle📚 Salt to the SeaInstagram Handle @rutasepetysauthorInstagram Followers 19.4KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

3. Sarah Penner

Bio New York Times & internationally bestselling author.🩵 THE AMALFI CURSE coming April 2025 🎤 Speaking inquiries: @authorsunbound ****@gmail.comInstagram Handle @sarah_penner_authorInstagram Followers 14KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

4. Beatriz Williams

Bio Storyteller. Mama of four. Undersharer. ****@beatrizwilliams.comInstagram Handle @authorbeatrizInstagram Followers 12.6KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

5. Natasha Lester

Bio 📚New York Times bestselling author🇫🇷 THE MADEMOISELLE ALLIANCE coming April 2025🪩 THE DISAPPEARANCE OF ASTRID BRICARD is out now ****@natashalester.comsInstagram Handle @natashalesterauthorInstagram Followers 10.1KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

6. Pam Jenoff

Bio NYT Bestselling Author, Law School Professor, Mom of 3LAST TWILIGHT IN PARIS coming February 4, 2025!👇 ****@harlequin.caInstagram Handle @pamjenoffInstagram Followers 8.1KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

7. Claudia Merrill

Bio 🗝️ Writing about the real history behind myths and legends📍Australian living in Austria📖 Novel series in the making ****@claudiamerrill.comInstagram Handle @claudiamerrillInstagram Followers 5.8KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

8. Vanessa Riley

Bio Novelist featuring Powerful Black Women & Sisterhoods in Sagas with History, Mystery, Lore, & Love| AKA | PSU & Stanford | Writing ****@vanessariley.comInstagram Handle @vanessarileyauthorInstagram Followers 6.1KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

9. Madeline Martin

Bio 👩🏻‍💻NYT, USA Today, and international bestselling author of historical fiction - mother of minions and spoiled cats, drinker of wine, poster of pics ****@ymail.comInstagram Handle @madelinemmartinInstagram Followers 6.3KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

10. Ynaii

Bio Small town girlie livin' my London life💌 ****@gmail.cominto romance, thriller, historical & literary fiction🌷📖🪞☀️☕✨💕💅🏼🦋Instagram Handle @readingwithynaiiInstagram Followers 5.4KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

11. Dolen Perkins-Valdez

Bio Author of TAKE MY HAND &HAPPY LAND coming in 2025! Dolen’s Book Club. NAACP Image Award Winner⬇️Contact me here.⬇️Instagram Handle @dolenperkinsvaldezInstagram Followers 5.1KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

12. Lynda Cohen Loigman

Bio Author of The Matchmaker’s Gift, The Two-Family House, and The Wartime Sisters. THE LOVE ELIXIR OF AUGUSTA STERN comes out 10/8! ****@gmail.comInstagram Handle @lloigmanInstagram Followers 4.5KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

13. Gabrielle McMaster

Bio Amazon International Bestselling Author📖 Historical Fiction & Romance Author☘️ Northern Ireland📗 Daisy Field Out Now🎙 Weird & Wonderful History ****@gmail.comInstagram Handle @authorgabriellemcmasterInstagram Followers 3.7KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

14. Stephanie Dray

Bio NYT Bestselling author of Historical Fiction about unsung historical heroines.❤️ History, Books, Cats, Perfumes, Food & Founding Mothers ❤️ ****@stephaniedray.comInstagram Handle @stephanie.drayInstagram Followers 3.8KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

15. Janyre Tromp

Bio 🌟 Bestselling author of suspense-filled historicals🖊️ Award-winning professional editor📚 Book lover🙏 Woman of faith🐈 Cat mom ****@beautifuluglyme.comInstagram Handle @janyretrompInstagram Followers 3.8KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

16. Jane Healey

Bio 📚Bestselling historical fiction author The Women of Arlington Hall - coming 2025!🎧Host of Historical Happy Hour ****@janehealey.comInstagram Handle @healeyjaneInstagram Followers 3.7KType MicroGender Female
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17. Eliza Knight

Bio Bestselling author📚 Podcaster🎙Loves dogs🐾 Drinks wine🍷 Mother of 👸🏼👸👸Travel junkie✈️ CONFESSIONS OF A GRAMMAR QUEEN-6/10/25 AKA @michellebrandonauthor ****@gmail.comInstagram Handle @elizaknightfictionInstagram Followers 3.5KType MicroGender Female
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18. Rachel Brimble

Bio Amazon bestselling author of historical fiction set in Bath/London-pubbed @theboldbookclub & others✍🏻Writing mentor offering critiques & proofreading ****@gmail.comInstagram Handle @rachelbrimbleauthorInstagram Followers 3KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

19. Bryn Turnbull

Bio The Woman Before Wallis / The Last Grand Duchess / The Paris Deception / The Berlin Apartment ****@brynturnbull.comInstagram Handle @brynturnbullwritesInstagram Followers 3.2KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

20. Rebecca Connolly

Bio Official Instagram account for author Rebecca Connolly. Historical fiction, historical romance, cozy mystery, and other witty goodness. Loves Jesus. ****@rebeccaconnolly.comInstagram Handle @author.rebecca.connollyInstagram Followers 3.2KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

21. Corinne Fox

Bio 📖Historical Fiction, ✍🏻 Playwright, 🎭Drama Teacher, 🩰Dancer, 🍩 Donut lover, 😺Cat lady, @corinnemfox @brightfoxgames ****@gmail.comInstagram Handle @corinnefoxbooksInstagram Followers 3.3KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

22. Elle Machray

Bio Observer Top 10 Debut Novelist | Featured on The List Hot 100Remember, Remember | OUT NOW ✨🖤Events, books + links ⤵️Instagram Handle @elle.andthebooksInstagram Followers 2.9KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

23. Janie Chang

Bio Love historical fiction and Sci-Fi but not the real world. Also, clueless at Instagram.Instagram Handle @janiechang33Instagram Followers 2.5KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

24. Mikayla Robbins

Bio 🌿Faith-filled romance w/ flawed & relatable characters📖 Award-Winning Author 🏔️The Coal Miner’s Niece out now!🖊️ Newsletter & Books Below ⬇️ ****@gmail.comInstagram Handle @mikaylarobbinsauthorInstagram Followers 3KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

25. Louisa Treger

Bio Author of The Lodger, The Dragon Lady, Madwoman (a historical fiction Book of the Year in The Times and The Sunday Times) and The Paris Muse ****@louisatreger.comInstagram Handle @louisatregerInstagram Followers 2.4KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

26. Aimie K. Runyan-Vetter

Bio Wife, mother, author, nerd. Mademoiselle Eiffel is out now! Proud @tallpoppywriters member. Repped by @kevanlyon. ****@aimiekrunyan.comInstagram Handle @bookishaimieInstagram Followers 2.3KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

27. Kim Poovey

Bio I’m an author and Victorian reenactress, residing in a haunted 1890s cottage with my husband and our fur babies. Book links below. #kimpooveyauthor ****@gmail.comInstagram Handle @kimpooveyauthorInstagram Followers 2.1KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

28. Megan Douglas

Bio Querying my debut historical fiction novel ✍️👇 Season 1 of the 'Writing The Past' podcastInstagram Handle @megandouglas_authorInstagram Followers 1.9KType MicroGender Female
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29. Liz Tolsma

Bio Best-selling Christian fiction author, wife to a terrific man, mom to three amazing kids. ****@gmail.comInstagram Handle @authorliztolsmaInstagram Followers 2.1KType MicroGender Female
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30. Erin Davies

Bio Genre addict. Reader of books. Drinker of Coffee. Personal Book Blogger. #BookReviewer #HistoricalFiction #BookAddict ****@yahoo.comInstagram Handle @historicalfictionreaderInstagram Followers 1.9KType MicroGender Female
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31. Laurel Ann Nattress

Bio 🎯 Connecting you to your next great read & movie since 2007. ⭐ Director of Austenprose PR #booktours📖 Ready, set, read! ****@austenprose.comInstagram Handle @austenproseInstagram Followers 3.2KType MicroGender Female
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32. Becca Mascull

Bio Bestselling author of 3 names: #RebeccaMascull & #MollieWalton historical fiction & @harperfordauthor romcoms. Also award-winning teacher. 😍📖💖Instagram Handle @beccamascullInstagram Followers 1.8KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

33. Samantha R. Uhrig

Bio ☕️ 𝑾𝑹𝑰𝑻𝑬𝑹 & 𝑩𝑳𝑶𝑮𝑮𝑬𝑹 🤎☕️ encouraging writers at every stage.☕️ historical fiction author☕️ FREE short stories! 📚👇🏼 ****@gmail.comInstagram Handle @samanthauhrig.authorInstagram Followers 1.7KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

34. Christy K Lee

Bio 🇨🇦🏳️‍🌈🇳🇿💖💖💖THE ROADS WE TAKE (Out Now!)THE FORT July 2025Current WIP: THE SHANGHAI QUARTER, THE TROUSSEAU’S SECRET@risingactionpublishingcoInstagram Handle @christykatewritesInstagram Followers 1.6KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

35. Faith Blum

Bio Adventure featuring realistic romance that strengthens your Christian faith.I write 📚I needed as a homeschool grad.Sign up for my newsletter ⬇️Instagram Handle @faithblumauthorInstagram Followers 1.5KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

36. Alison Treat

Bio Wife•Mama•Author📖 #onetraveler⏳Coming-of-age #HistoricalFiction✞ Saved by #grace🖊 Freelance #Editor🎧 Host of #podcast @historicalfictionunpacked ****@alisontreat.comInstagram Handle @alisontreatInstagram Followers 1.4KType MicroGender Female
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37. Elizabeth Graver

Bio Novelist, KANTIKA (“song” in Ladino) @henryholtbooks. Professor @bostoncollege_english. ****@bc.eduInstagram Handle @elizabeth.graverInstagram Followers 1.4KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

38. Jayda Justus

Bio Step into history with my recs for historical sites & books! 📍RVA ✍️ Writer/Speaker 📚 Historical fiction, history, & women’s fiction/romance ****@thehistorymom.comInstagram Handle @thehistorymomInstagram Followers 1.5KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

39. Gillian Bagwell

Bio Historical novelist, freelance writer and editor, actress, theatre director and producer. Rep: Kevan Lyon, Marsal Lyon Literary Agency. ****@hotmail.comInstagram Handle @gillianjbagwellInstagram Followers 1KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

40. Georgie Blalock

Bio A historical fiction and romance author (Georgie Lee) waiting for her title and a manor house.Instagram Handle @georgieblalockInstagram Followers 1.1KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

41. Katherine Clements

Bio ✍️ Author of dark historical fiction✍️ Helping writers start writing and stay writing✍️ History nerd, tea drinker, cat lady 🐾✍️ #100DaysOfWriting ****@katherineclements.co.ukInstagram Handle @katherineclementswriterInstagram Followers 1.3KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

42. Gwen Tuinman

Bio Historical fiction UNREST (Random House🇨🇦)Gritty 19th century frontier adventure w family drama, illicit love & strong women. ****@yahoo.caInstagram Handle @gwen_tuinman_novelistInstagram Followers 1.1KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

43. Zena Ryder

Bio Are you into reading 📖 Writing 📝 19th century history⏳Hello! ❤️I'm a freelance writer & fledgling #historicalfiction author. ****@zenaryder.comInstagram Handle @zena.ryderInstagram Followers 1.1KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

44. Adrianne Jenks

Bio ✨ I help historical fiction writers craft and polish their literary worlds📚Not accepting new clients ****@adriannejenks.comInstagram Handle @adrianne.editorialInstagram Followers 905Type MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

45. Donna Jones Alward

Bio Author at HarperCollins; indie romance as Donna Alward. Canadian, lover of red wine, dark chocolate, & histfic.WHEN THE WORLD FELL SILENT - OUT NOW ****@gmail.comInstagram Handle @donnaalwardInstagram Followers 1.2KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

46. Christina Weigand

Bio 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Wife, mother and Nana🐉Dragon Lover📖Author of Young Adult historical fantasy📝Writing teacher ✝️ Daughter of God and Proclaimer of His word ****@gmail.comInstagram Handle @chrisweigand1Instagram Followers 793Type MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

47. Angela Marina Reinhardt

Bio News & kostenloses 🎁 Dankeschön-eBook hier: 👇 ****@gmx.deInstagram Handle @angelamarinareinhardtInstagram Followers 780Type MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

48. Natalie Griffin

Bio Writer, editor, and Momma ❤️📚🦔Twins in Time–OUT NOW!The Killer's Flaw–March 4, 2025 ****@yahoo.comInstagram Handle @natalieogriffinInstagram Followers 873Type MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

49. Anne M. Beggs

Bio I write Medieval historical fiction, Archer's Grace, Book One is published. Live on a boarding ranch. ****@hotmail.comInstagram Handle @annibella72Instagram Followers 856Type MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

50. Valerie G Miller

Bio Dual timelines intertwine romance and mystery across captivating historical eras 🌸 Get a free short story delivered to your inbox 💌Click link👇🏻Instagram Handle @valerieg.writerInstagram Followers 868Type MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

51. Rachael Wright

Bio LOTR NerdAuthor of the 'Outlander meets Ghost Whisperer' book Historical Fiction+Magical Realism+Scottish Folklore⬇ Pre Order ****@gmail.comInstagram Handle @authorrachaelwrightInstagram Followers 893Type MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

52. Vanda Vadas

Bio Author of Historical Romance 🗝️ The past is only a page away.Discover the stories here:Instagram Handle @vandavadas_authorInstagram Followers 650Type MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

53. Naomi Finley

Bio I am passionate about humanity. I write heartfelt stories that stick to your soul.🗝 ****@authornaomifinley.comInstagram Handle @naomifinleyauthorInstagram Followers 620Type MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

54. Gregory Warwick Hansen

Bio 📍Melbourne based writer📖Author of #historicalfiction novel, ‘Pelsaert’s Nightmare’🖌 Passionate about art and travel ****@gmail.comInstagram Handle @gregorywarwickhansenInstagram Followers 620Type MicroGender Male Get Email Contact

55. Jules Larimore

Bio Historical Fiction author. I tell stories of courage, tenacity, transcendent vision, and the power of love. ****@juleslarimore.comInstagram Handle @juleslarimoreInstagram Followers 546Type MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

56. Charity A. Land

Bio Indie author of the Legacy of Chevolta series | Writing Clean Historical YA Adventure Fiction-Christian worldview. Link to Guidebook kickstarter!!⬇️ ****@gmail.comInstagram Handle @charity.a.landInstagram Followers 611Type MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

57. Charlotte Bushroe

Bio ✵ History researcher, educator, & genealogist✵ Storytelling adventuress✵ Tenacious time-travelerInstagram Handle @charlotte_bushroeInstagram Followers 421Type MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

58. Kate Quinn

Bio Navy wife, dog-lover, Red Sox fan, & New York Times bestselling author of @reesesbookclub pick THE ALICE NETWORK, THE BRIAR CLUB, & many others! ****@hotmail.comInstagram Handle @katequinn5975Instagram Followers 24.3KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

59. Fiona Davis

Bio NYTimes bestselling author of books set in fancy NYC buildings, including THE STOLEN QUEEN. ****@fionadavisbooks.comInstagram Handle @fionadavisauthorInstagram Followers 13.9KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

60. Marie Benedict

Bio History lover, NYT bestselling author, and mission-driven storyteller.Up next: THE QUEENS OF CRIME (Feb. 2025) ****@yahoo.comInstagram Handle @authormariebenedictInstagram Followers 7.7KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

61. Erika Robuck, Author

Bio Bestselling Author, Historical Fiction. Forthcoming novel: THE LAST ASSIGNMENT: A NOVEL OF COMBAT CORRESPONDENT GEORGETTE "DICKEY" CHAPELLE ****@erikarobuck.comInstagram Handle @erobuckauthorInstagram Followers 3.2KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact

62. Allison Pataki

Bio Writer, mama, wife, yogi, pup walker, novice gardener. New! FINDING MARGARET FULLERHistorical Fiction, Children’s Books, Memoir & moreInstagram Handle @AllisonpatakiInstagram Followers 7KType MicroGender Female Get Email Contact