Welcome to the website all about Sarah Boxwell.
Emerging author | Historical Fiction | Alternate History | Romance
Welcome to Sarah Boxwell’s website, home to an emerging author who aims to write novels in historical fiction, alternate history, and romance. She’s developing her writing through her OCA studies and working towards publishing short fiction. Here you can follow her writing journey, discover the books that inspire her, and explore historical subjects that influence her stories.
I have always been interested in reading and writing from a young age, and had a poem published at the age of ten with Coventry Writers’ Group in the book Coventry Tales.
Writing has been a crucial part of my life, and this website allows me to show others how my writing continues to develop. As I work towards publication, I hope to share the stories I create along with the books, research and experiences that have influenced my writing.
Genres
Historical Fiction
Short stories, novellas, and novels set in the past.
Historical fiction book reviews
My Historical Fiction
Alternate History
Short stories, novellas, and novels set in an alternate version of the past.
Alternate History book reviews
My Alternate History
Romance
Short stories, novellas, and novels with romantic elements at the forefront.
Romance book reviews
My Romance Writing
Writing Projects
I am currently working on several projects, including two alternate history novels and some short stories.
Novels in Development
Mary the First- Alternate History
This novel is my current OCA project, an alternate history novel exploring the reign of Mary I from 1555. The premise of the novel is that after discovering she isn’t pregnant, Mary realises that Philip of Spain doesn’t love her. The novel explores court intrigue and Mary’s quest for an annulment, and has romantic elements.
Read about my Mary the First alternate history novel.
Katheryn Howard- Alternate History, Romance
My Katheryn Howard alternate history novel begins in 1540, shortly before Katheryn Howard becomes queen. Although the alternate history element started before the novel takes place, I start it in 1540, when the plot becomes important.
This project is on hold for now while I learn how to write romance
Read about my Katheryn Howard alternate history novel.
Short Fiction
Alongside my novels, I am developing short stories in historical fiction, romance, and alternate history with the aim of submitting them for publication.
I am currently working on two short stories. One is a contemporary romance, while the other is a historical romance set in Victorian England.
Fanfiction
Fanfiction has always been an important aspect of my development as a writer. It gives me the opportunity to experiment with characters, relationships, and alternate scenarios. My main fanfiction, Emma’s Six, allows me to explore all of these aspects.
Read my posts about Emma’s Six.
I currently publish all new fanfiction on Archive of Our Own.
Read my fanfiction on Archive of Our Own.
Sarah Boxwell’s Book Reviews
As a writer, reading is crucial to what I do, as it allows me to explore how authors approach the genres I’m interested in writing. My book reviews explore the stories I’ve enjoyed and how they relate to the genres I hope to write.
Featured Book Reviews
Stowaway Bride
A historical romance novel written by Warwickshire-based author Ann Carroll, following Ruby Baxter and Captain Sutherland.
Read my review of Stowaway Bride
On the Edge of Daylight
A historical romance novel written by Giselle Beaumont, with significant alternate-history elements set aboard the RMS Titanic.
The Marquess House Saga
A time-slip series by Alexandra Walsh, following an alternative history through the Tudor and Stuart eras.
Read my review of The Marquess House Saga