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A writer of historical fiction and fantasy. A reader of everything! Visit tjhawkinsiswriting.com for more!
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RHS Fellows based in universities come not just from History depts but from across HE bit.ly/48iH0oG

In the past 12 months, we've welcomed historians based in (among others) Accounting, Education, English, Film Studies, Law, Media Studies, Modern Languages, Political Theory & Theology #Skystorians
November 25, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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'Although I've read many books on Tudor clothing there were some new facts for me in here. Excellent. Highly recommended' ##Review

http://mybook.to/howtodress

##Tudors ##History ##royalhistory
November 23, 2025 at 3:00 AM
Writing the next book in my Tudor Bastard series is proving to be both great fun and also irksome. So many fun events happening and only one MC to explore them!
November 22, 2025 at 9:34 PM
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We have progressed from data collection to data analysis.
November 1, 2025 at 12:31 AM
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As one legend lays down his sword, another picks up his axe.

Bernard Cornwell is a massive influence on me as a writer and his Sharpe series is my favourite.

As Sharpe retires my MC Roland is just about to enter the fray. A Bastard’s Bosworth coming this December!

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October 30, 2025 at 9:05 AM
A great walk up the hill yesterday being buffeted and battered by the wind. We made it to the top! Hope to do another route today.
October 28, 2025 at 5:38 AM
The last harvest from the children’s mad bed. They sowed whatever they wanted however they wanted. Carrots and beetroot’s all jumbled together. Marvelous.
October 27, 2025 at 9:49 AM
A brew! What a good idea… [reaches for kettle]
Good morning and a beautiful start to the week ahead.

Lottie walked.

Time for a brew.
October 27, 2025 at 8:26 AM
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“Spies, intrigue and wicked women at the Tudor court. "Evocative and moving, the period is wonderfully and brutally drawn." - ##Review

http://mybook.to/thewinchestergoose

##Booksky 💙📚 ##HistoricalFiction ##Tudors ##TudorLondon
October 27, 2025 at 3:00 AM
I don’t use AI art for my novels.

I shamelessly exploit my very talented brother in law instead.

As you can see he is bloody good.

Check him out at blackriverdesign.co.uk
October 27, 2025 at 8:15 AM
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there is
something lovely
in the way the sky
curls its ample arms
to hold us everywhere
all at once

#poetry
October 26, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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'an excellent novel, pyschologically astute and well-researched, and I can’t wait to read the next in the series.' - Review

http://mybook.to/amoc
http://mybook.to/amofaith
http://mybook.to/amot

##HistoricalFiction ##Tudors ##HenryVIII ##sixwives
October 27, 2025 at 7:00 AM
My debut novel is coming out this December and I am most excited.

I’m a bit of a sleepy account on Bluesky, I struggle with all the hashtags but I hear such great things about this place.

You may like it, if you like Tudor knights, coming of age, intrigue and Bernard Cornwell style battles. #debut
October 27, 2025 at 8:03 AM
I feel I should probably introduce myself!

I’m TJ, I write historical fiction with blades and blood and I also write fantasy with Pegasus and teacups.

I’m also a musician, D&D DM and cook but there are only so many things that fit on the page!

My debut novel is coming this December!
October 27, 2025 at 7:56 AM
Sir John Cheyne aka “The Vigourous Knight” protected Henry Tudor at the Battle of Bosworth by placing his body between Richard III’s lance and Henry.

He is the mentor of the MC in my book, A Bastard’s Bosworth coming this winter…

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October 19, 2025 at 6:08 PM
I’ve come back to Bluesky and found it has been growing untended like a gorgeous garden hidden behind a locked gate.

Remind me…how does this all work again?

I shall update tonight with some writing stats and go from there I think! 🤔

#writingcommunity #writer #author
August 7, 2025 at 7:01 PM
“If more people valued home above gold, this world would be a merrier place.” - Thorin

I loved my holiday but it is GOOD to be home.

Looking forward to picking up the pen again. Or more likely tapping the keyboard!
August 7, 2025 at 6:52 PM
What makes you feel cosy in these troubling times?

I like to be out in the garden doing odd jobs with a cup of tea.

#cosy #peace
June 18, 2025 at 5:01 AM
I posted this a while back for 1 minute then bottled it but I’m going to bite the bullet.

I am going to self-publish my first book.

There we go. I’ve said it.

A Bastard’s Bosworth, the story of the forgotten Tudor, is coming soon… and I can’t be more bloody excited.
a close up of a man wearing a helmet and a sword .
Alt: a close up of a knight closing his helmet and about to charge, he looks determined.
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June 14, 2025 at 5:59 AM
Readers of historical action adventure I have two questions for you:

1. Are you here?

2. Would you like to read about a forgotten member of the Tudor family dodging assassins, assaulting castles and killing knights?

If so I may have something coming out soon for you!

#historicalfiction #tudors
June 13, 2025 at 9:14 PM
Fellow authors,

I am sure I’m not the only one tempted to be cross genre, particularly if you self publish.

Would anyone recommend it? What are the pitfalls/benefits?
I’ve discovered a new genre I love and I am tempted to try and publish under the same name.
#writing #authors #genrefiction
June 5, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Oh my goodness this cosy fantasy thing just keeps getting better!

It is like I have discovered that there is a single secret flavour prevalent in every single dish I have ever enjoyed eating. Cosy fantasy is the umame of writing for me. Even in my historical fiction it lurks like a delicious spice.
June 2, 2025 at 6:01 PM
#Histficmay

I am currently finishing the final edit of A Bastard’s Bosworth, the first in my Tudor Bastard series.

The next HistFic is going to be… A Bastard’s Progress. Assassination attempts, pageantry, hunting, manhunts, hangings, battles, traitors it’s got it all! If I can just keep focused!
May 31, 2025 at 6:17 AM
#HistFicMay

What’s the next Hist Fic on my TBR?

If I’m honesty I’ve been really enjoying Legends and Lattes as my first foray into cosy fantasy!

I like to read a variety of genres, I like to write a variety of genres. All of it makes me a better writer….

But I do need to read Simon Scarrow!
May 30, 2025 at 5:26 PM