Barbara Erskine

An historian by training, Barbara Erskine is the author of six bestselling novels that demonstrate her interest in both history and the supernatural, plus two collections of short stories. Her books have appeared in at least twenty different languages. She lives with her family in an ancient manor house near Colchester, and in a cottage near Hay-on-Wye.

What genres and themes does Barbara Erskine write about?

Her novels blend historical fiction with supernatural and ghostly elements; she is trained as a historian and many books explore history intertwined with the paranormal.

Where is a good place to start reading her work?

A widely recommended starting point is Lady of Hay (25th Anniversary Edition appears on the author page), though many of her novels are standalone so you can begin with any title that interests you.

Are her books part of a series or is there a reading order?

Most of her novels are standalone historical-supernatural stories, so there is generally no required reading order; check individual title descriptions if any direct links or sequels are noted.

Does Barbara Erskine write short stories as well as novels?

Yes. She has two collections of short stories; titles listed on the page include Encounters and Sands of Time.

How widely have her books been published or translated?

According to the author page, her books have appeared in at least twenty different languages and she is described as the author of six bestselling novels.