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Paper Lantern Writers

We are the Paper Lantern Writers, an author collective focused on historical fiction of all eras. From the ancient world to WWII (and beyond), in locales around the world, from romantic to tragic, and back again, our books will take you on the journeys of a lifetime.

There’s a story to be told everywhere you look and we’d love to be your tour guides.

NEW RELEASE – Betrayal of Trust

On July 30, 2023, C.V. Lee's book, Betrayal of Trust, Book 2 of her Roses & Rebels series will be available in eBook and for a limited time on Kindle Unlimited. Paperback will be available in August.

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Jillianne Hamilton
Jillianne writes delightful historicals featuring rebellious ladies and happy endings. Her debut novel was shortlisted for the 2016 PEI Book Award and The Spirited Mrs. Pringle was longlisted for the 2022 Historical Fiction Company Book Award. Her WWII romance, The Hobby Shop on Barnaby Street, was published in 2022.