Hi, I’m Kat Edwards, the historical mind in this duo! I have always loved Medieval history, and I am currently studying it – along with archaeology. My favourite historical fiction writers at the moment are: Elizabeth Chadwick, Phillipa Gregory and Barbara Erskine. ‘The Wild Hunt’ (Chadwick), ‘The White Queen’ (Gregory) and ‘Lady of Hay’ (Erskine) are amongst my most treasured books. I always enjoy researching and learning about strong female characters, like Elizabeth Woodville and Matilda de Braose, who feature in the novels mentioned above. I have also been writing for a long time, with various pieces of poetry and short stories published, my first piece of historical fiction was set in the Tudor period – a time which has fascinated me since childhood. Aside from history and writing, my interests mainly include music and art. I find music can be incredibly inspiring when writing, and so I am sure we will post some sound tracks to the novels soon enough!
A little about me:
Idols in life: My family and friends.
What makes you laugh: Kate (She's currently sitting beside me dancing madly to country music. You see now?)
Favourite bands/artists: Leaves’ Eyes, Nightwish, Tarja, Within Temptation, Epica, Delain, Midnattsol, Pythia and Theatre of Tragedy, from the metal world. I’m into a bit of Liv Kristine’s solo pop stuff as well when I want a change, along with Celtic Legend. I also don’t mind Katy Perry, Pixie Lott and Adam Lambert when they’re on the radio.
Most played song on your iPod/MP3: Farewell Proud Men by Leaves’ Eyes (Vinland Saga)
Favourite movie genre: RomComs and vampire/werewolf horrors. I know, I know! They’re quite different!
Favourite TV show: The Vampire DiariesFavourite drink: Coca-Cola or warm Ribena
Favourite food: Italian
Favourite book: This changes all the time; to be honest I read way too much, but I recently bought and thoroughly enjoyedThe Greatest Knight by Elizabeth Chadwick. I love historical fiction.
Favourite season: Winter, of course!
