Alt Hist Press

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Alt Hist Press is a publisher of historical fiction, alternate history, fantasy and science fiction.

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Trial by Battle
Price: $5.99 USD. Words: 6,120. Language: English. Published: July 11, 2023 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Nonfiction » Entertainment » Games, puzzles, & brain twisters » Board
Trial by Battle is a set of wargames rules for playing games set in the Medieval period of history. They are designed to be easy to learn and to play and are ideal for a quick game. They are ideal for players who are not very familiar with wargames rules or who don’t have hours to play with.
For a Heart Made of Stone
Series: Stonehearted. Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 25,140. Language: British English. Published: May 11, 2019 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Adventure » General
When the cut from the blade runs deep - You need a heart of Stone. The quest across France comes to a thrilling end for both Richard and Eolande. Will Eolande find her father? Will Richard and his companion Wulf find the resolution they seek? And what Marie, the secret heiress of St. Pol? What scheme is she plotting? All will be revealed in this final concluding volume of Stonehearted.
Time's Arrow
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 6,030. Language: British English. Published: August 3, 2018 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Romance » Fantasy, Fiction » Science fiction » Short stories
In the far future Time Travel is a reality. A researcher uses it to go back in time to the Battle of Agincourt in 1415. William Chan finds much that he would expect—English archers raining arrows on the heads of heavily armed French knights, mood and blood. But there is an unexpected turn of events that have far-reaching consequences.
For a Life Forgotten
Series: Stonehearted. Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 21,380. Language: British English. Published: March 15, 2018 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Adventure » General
The English army commanded by Robert Knolles has reached Paris – the capital and the honour of the French kingdom is under threat. But against the backdrop of war another drama plays out – will Eolande find her father? Will Richard find the redemption he seeks, and what will be the fate of the amoral Minsterworth? The third part of the Stonehearted series of medieval adventure stories.
Death on the Lips
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 10,670. Language: British English. Published: September 6, 2017 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Historical, Fiction » Mystery & detective » Historical
A Medieval Mystery where Magic and Demons are Real! The Countess of Suffolk lies dead in her own bedchamber. Her body has been horribly mutilated. Clearly a case of a demon attack according to her chamberlain. The alchemist she retained has fled the house—and surely he must be to blame? But when Jake finds a pot of lip paint and a tally stick other possibilities emerge.
Smithers Undercover
Series: Smithers. Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 4,770. Language: British English. Published: April 16, 2017 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Historical » United Kingdom, Fiction » Adventure » War & military adventure
Lieutenant John Smith (Smithers) is sent on a mission which he knows very little about. Flying at night, he must pick up an agent behind enemy lines and get them to safety. The less he knows, it seems, the better. Dangerous, but not impossible. But the task of transporting the agent takes on a twist that Smithers couldn’t foresee and dangers he didn’t expect.
By Fire and Sword
Series: Stonehearted, Book 2. Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 19,020. Language: British English. Published: April 5, 2017 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Adventure » War & military adventure
Medieval Action Adventure The year is 1370. The English have brought fire and sword to the country of France. An army marches south to Paris, hungry for loot and glory. But redemption is what Richard Stone seeks. Eolande has also left home—in search of the father that was captured years ago and never returned. But even Calais the bastion of the English in France, is not welcoming to her.
Alt Hist Issue 10: The Magazine of Historical Fiction and Alternate History
Series: Alt Hist. Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 40,220. Language: English. Published: February 24, 2017 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Alternative history, Fiction » Historical » General
Alt Hist Issue 10 brings you the best new writing in historical fiction and alternate history. This issue features five short stories and takes the reader from German occupied Yorkshire to the time of Julius Caesar via Medieval France and the US under the rule of the Nazis.
Alt Hist Issue 9: The Magazine of Historical Fiction and Alternate History
Series: Alt Hist. Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 33,710. Language: English. Published: October 13, 2016 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Historical » General, Fiction » Alternative history
Alt Hist Issue 9 brings you the best new writing in historical fiction and alternate history. This issue features six new short stories and takes the reader from German occupied Yorkshire to Samurai-era Japan, via the Bermuda triangle, medieval wales, the Vikings and post-war Ireland.
The Dragon of Borvoli
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 5,340. Language: British English. Published: November 15, 2015 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Historical, Fiction » Historical » Medieval
It takes a lot of bravery to fight a dragon. So imagine how brave the nine year old Boult is when he takes his father’s sword and enters the barrow near his home where tales say the dragon lives—the dragon that has been terrorising their village. Yet not all is as it seems in this atmospheric historical fantasy short story. Boult discovers that men can be worse monsters than creatures of legend.
Alt Hist Issue 8: The Magazine of Historical Fiction and Alternate History
Series: Alt Hist. Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 35,380. Language: British English. Published: November 7, 2015 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Historical » General, Fiction » Alternative history
The eighth issue of the popular magazine of historical fiction and alternate history contains six great new short stories featuring the American Civil War, the First World War, Second World War alternate history and the Middle Ages.
Smithers Hits a Six
Series: Smithers. Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 3,320. Language: British English. Published: November 1, 2015 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Historical » United Kingdom
Lieutenant John Smith was not a gentleman in the opinion of the pilots of 32 Squadron. He hadn’t attended public school and he was dashedly bad at cricket. But “Smithers” was going to prove his doubters wrong that day. Smithers Hits a Six is an anti-Biggles story for the modern reader. Like many real pilots he survives more on luck than judgement in the dangerous skies of the Western Front.
Alt Hist Issue 7: The Magazine of Historical Fiction and Alternate History
Series: Alt Hist, Book 7. Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 38,590. Language: English. Published: January 15, 2015 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Historical » General, Fiction » Anthologies » Short stories - multi-author
Alt Hist returns with the seventh issue of the popular magazine of historical fiction and alternate history. This is the biggest issue of Alt Hist so far and this time we have seven wonderful short stories for you—including two parts of the popular Battalion 202 series and stories from Alt Hist favourites Priya Sharma and Andrew Knighton.
The King of Britain's Head
Series: A Jake Savage Adventure. Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 5,790. Language: British English. Published: June 26, 2014 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Historical, Fiction » Mystery & detective » Historical
For those who like their medieval mysteries spiced with fantasy. The demon Bifrons has told Master Roger of a plot to take the King of Britain’s head. Roger is worried about the safety of his king: Richard II. Should Roger believe Bifrons, or is the wily demon trying to trick him? It is up to Roger’s assistant, Jake Savage, to see through the mystery of the demon’s divination.
Judge a Book by its Cover
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 3,680. Language: British English. Published: June 1, 2014 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Horror » Weird fiction, Fiction » Fantasy » Paranormal
A creative writing student wonders what the difference is between two genres of fiction: horror and fantasy. Like his new girlfriend says: “Perhaps it’s like the difference between pizza and a grilled cheese sandwich?” But when he asks his tutor the answer he gets leads to a truer definition of “Horror” than he ever expected. “Judge a Book by its Cover” is a fantasy/horror short story.
Fantasy Short Stories: Issue 2
Series: Fantasy Short Stories, Book 2. Price: $5.99 USD. Words: 24,900. Language: English. Published: June 1, 2014 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Short stories, Fiction » Fantasy » Epic
Magical Swords, Elves and Horrifying Monsters – Welcome to the world of Fantasy Short Stories. Fantasy Short Stories Issue 2 features five great fantasy tales—all of them set in traditional fantasy settings. Stories from: Noeleen Kavanagh, Kristin Janz, C. L. Holland, Darla Bowen and David Leishman.
Alt Hist Issue 6: The Magazine of Historical Fiction and Alternate History
Series: Alt Hist, Book 6. Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 35,380. Language: English. Published: February 16, 2014 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Historical » General, Fiction » Anthologies » Short stories - multi-author
Alt Hist Issue 6 features five new original works of fiction. What if Hitler won the war, what if the Germans invaded Britain in WW2, who really killed JFK and what if the Cold War turned hot? All these enthralling alternate histories are examined in Alt Hist Issue 6 together with an intriguing historical fiction story set in 1914 about a teenage girl accused of war crimes.
Hell Has Its Demons
Series: A Jake Savage Adventure. Price: Free! Words: 101,340. Language: British English. Published: January 22, 2014 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Fantasy » Historical
(5.00 from 1 review)
Plunge Into A Nail Biting Historical Fantasy Novel That Will Leave You Breathless Set in the Middle Ages, Mark Lord’s novel tells a gripping story where demons and necromancers engage in a power game with the adventurous protagonists Jake, Roger and the beautiful Isabel, who is accused of witchcraft. “Buy now” To Indulge In A Story Full Of Medieval Action, Magic & Adventure!
Bring on the Night
Series: A Jake Savage Adventure. Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 6,360. Language: Commonwealth English. Published: December 4, 2013 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Fantasy » Paranormal
A Medieval Tale of Vampires, Bring on the Night is the sequel to the bestselling Chivalry (A Jake Savage Adventure) In the shadows of the dark forest death awaits the unwary. For Jake and his fellow fugitives, there is more to be afraid of than wolves and outlaws. There are Vampires.
Little Boy Found
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 7,580. Language: Commonwealth English. Published: November 30, 2013 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Science fiction » Short stories, Fiction » Science fiction » General
Alone in space, one little boy is a long way from home. He is the sole survivor of a damaged Kesian spaceship. The Kes believe in the power of magic to navigate the stars and are in a bitter war against a rival civilization who use the power of Artificial Intelligence to guide their ships. When Captain Paddy Smith rescues the boy, little does he know what he has found.
Stupor Mundi: The Life in Death of Frederick II
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 7,090. Language: Commonwealth English. Published: November 30, 2013 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Horror » Ghost
A ghost from his past has come back to haunt the dreams of the great Holy Roman Emperor, the Stupor Mundi—Wonder of the World, Frederick II. The ghost is bitter. He has not been treated well by the Emperor. But he does not seek vengeance. He comes offering redemption for the Emperor, if he will only listen.
Through a Distant Mirror Darkly
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 31,850. Language: Commonwealth English. Published: November 28, 2013 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Anthologies » Short stories - single author
Mark Lord weaves five Medieval short stories to excite, scare and enthral you. From the vicious struggle of the Hundred Years War, to legends of werewolves and rumours of necromancers and ghosts, to the bitter conflict of a castle under siege, the action and adventure never stop. These five fast-paced short stories keep you on the edge of your seat and turning every page until you reach the end.
Alt Hist Issue 5: The Magazine of Historical Fiction and Alternate History
Series: Alt Hist, Book 5. Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 26,680. Language: English. Published: May 8, 2013 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Historical » General, Fiction » Alternative history
Alt Hist Issue 5 features five new original works of fiction including stories about Al Capone and Italian Futurism, the aftermath of the American Civil War, the real Frankenstein, the Bridge that consumes the souls of men, and the latest instalment in a series of stories about a successful Nazi invasion of Britain.
The Return of the Free
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 57,770. Language: British English. Published: April 18, 2013 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Epic, Fiction » Fantasy » General
Out of the steppe came a lone rider. A man of destiny whose prowess would change the world of the Bachyan nomads forever. He was not an enemy come to destroy the Bachyan, but a prodigal son returned to lead them to victory over those who would enslave them. The time of destiny is at hand and only a leader of legendary powers can prevail. Who will be that man?
By The Sword's Edge (Medieval Action & Adventure)
Series: Stonehearted, Book 1. Price: Free! Words: 17,340. Language: British English. Published: March 16, 2013 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Adventure » Men’s adventure
In 1370 two families are thrust together by war’s harsh reality. Eolande d’Aubray’s father is held prisoner by the French. She remembers little of him, but she does know that he is the only man who can rescue her from an unwanted marriage. The Stone’s are rising in the world with hopes that Richard Stone will become squire to the English commander, Robert Knolles. But tragic events intervene.
Two Lives for the Sea God
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 5,110. Language: English. Published: January 8, 2013 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Short stories, Fiction » Fantasy » Epic
For Holcan the pain of losing his father is too much to take. There must be more to grief than the usual rituals of mourning: offering sacrifice into the whirlpool of Nuaha and the shedding of his own blood to the god to ease his father’s way into the afterlife. Although he died in a storm at sea, Holcan knows that his father’s death was no accident. He must have revenge on the man responsible.
Stand and Fight
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 7,670. Language: British English. Published: January 2, 2013 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Historical » Medieval
Montmal Castle, the Duchy of Aquitaine, 1374 A large French army is at the walls. Bertrand, the Gascon commander, is ready to surrender despite his vow to defend castle. Richard Stone, a representative of the English government of Aquitaine is horrified at Bertrand’s duplicity. But the French will under no terms accept his surrender. There is no choice but to stand and fight.
Tales of Magic and Mayhem
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 27,830. Language: British English. Published: November 3, 2012 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Short stories, Fiction » Fantasy » Historical
Tales of Magic and Mayhem is a collection of five fantasy short stories from Mark Lord. The collection includes: Chivalry: A Jake Savage Adventure Bird Talk: A Tale of Medieval Magic Bisclavret (The Werewolf) Forged in Blood Demon River
Alt Hist Issue 4: The Magazine of Historical Fiction and Alternate History
Series: Alt Hist, Book 4. Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 28,960. Language: English. Published: September 10, 2012 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Historical » General, Fiction » Anthologies » Short stories - multi-author
Alt Hist Issue 4 contains seven top-quality stories from a variety of genres: horror, alternate history and fantasy, as well as straight historical fiction. The stories are: ‘Restless’ by Dylan Fox ‘Kleine Menschen’ by Eric Jackson ‘Feast of Faith’ by Shane Rhinewald ‘Three Months of Summer’ by Svetlana Kortchik ‘The Stork’ by George Piper ‘Battalion 202: A Blinded Falcon’ and ‘Battalion 202
Demon River
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 5,730. Language: English. Published: September 1, 2012 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Short stories, Fiction » Fantasy » Epic
"If you want a quick route to power then never put your trust in a demon." Set in a fantasy world of dark magic, Demon River is a short tale of politics, false religion, demons and treachery. Benetus, the King's chancellor, fears the return of a rival he had thought banished from court. Benetus turns to the help of demons to rid himself of his enemy. But things are not always as they seem in th
Forged in Blood
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 9,500. Language: British English. Published: August 23, 2012 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Short stories, Fiction » Fantasy » Epic
Hated and despised by his demi-god daughters, Tiel believes that his offer to show ruler-ship over the lands below the mountains has appeased their desire for revenge. But the Enbreeda have other plans for Tiel, the stoop shouldered god of the Forge. Forged in Blood is an epic fantasy short story. This edition includes a free bonus story: Demon River.
Vulture Returns: Ten Tasks for The Vulture, Volume 1
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 5,410. Language: English. Published: August 6, 2012 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Short stories, Fiction » Fantasy » Epic
“They called me ‘The Vulture’. Wherever there was a battle in this godforsaken world then I was sure to be there." For the Vulture a winged messenger is only the beginning of a nightmare that he hoped would never haunt him again. But his past has caught up with him and he must pay for his crimes. Vulture Returns is the first of a series of short stories entitled Ten Tasks for the Vulture.
The Honour of Rome
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 6,170. Language: British English. Published: July 18, 2012 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Historical » Classical Greece & Rome, Fiction » Historical » Medieval
For Flavius there is only one way to return honour to his family name: glorious deeds done in battle and his own death. The Roman army in Macedonia is on the verge of a great victory that will finally give it control of Greece. But for Flavius the battle is a chance to win his name respect. 'The Honour of Rome' is an Historical Fiction short story. Also includes a free bonus short story: Chivalry
Fantasy Short Stories: Issue 1
Series: Fantasy Short Stories, Book 1. Price: $5.99 USD. Words: 17,460. Language: English. Published: May 1, 2012 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Short stories, Fiction » Fantasy » Epic
Fantasy Short Stories is a new publication established with the aim of publishing the best short stories in Heroic, Epic, and High Fantasy, and with plenty of Swords and Sorcery thrown in. Although many of our authors may be unknown to you, we aim to set high standards for publication, and to discover some great new talent in the world of fantasy fiction.
Alt Hist Issue 3: The Magazine of Historical Fiction and Alternate History
Series: Alt Hist, Book 3. Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 22,800. Language: English. Published: November 5, 2011 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Anthologies » Short stories - multi-author, Fiction » Historical » General
(4.50 from 2 reviews)
Alt Hist is the leading biannual magazine dedicated to publishing the very best short stories from the historical fiction and alternate history genres. The third issue of Alt Hist includes two stories about the American Civil War, one about the great Tesla, a tale of post-war revenge set in Dublin, and a compelling story about the early years of the space race.
Chivalry: A Jake Savage Adventure
Series: A Jake Savage Adventure. Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 4,830. Language: English. Published: August 30, 2011 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Historical, Fiction » Historical » General
(4.29 from 7 reviews)
Magic, Murder and Mayhem in the Middle Ages! With the code of chivalry being dragged through the mud and blood of war-torn France will anyone stand up for what is right? Perhaps Jake Savage, a common archer, will stick up for the oppressed? But to do so would be to betray his comrades and his country. Chivalry is a short story set during the Hundred Years War.
Alt Hist Issue 2: The Magazine of Historical Fiction and Alternate History
Series: Alt Hist, Book 2. Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 35,550. Language: English. Published: May 11, 2011 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Anthologies » Short stories - multi-author, Fiction » Science fiction » Short stories
Alt Hist is the new magazine of historical fiction and alternate history. The second issue features eight new stories and also three book reviews. From ancient Egypt to World War I, and the death of Abraham Lincoln, there is something for every fan of historical fiction in Alt Hist Issue 2.
Bird Talk: A Tale of Medieval Magic
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 7,820. Language: English. Published: October 24, 2010 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » General, Fiction » Historical » General
(4.00 from 1 review)
What do you do when you have accused the woman you love of necromancy? Bird Talk is a short story about Roger, a young priest living in a small medieval English town, who is trying to uncover what he believes are foul magical deeds. But instead he manages to implicate the women he desires in accusations of witchcraft.
Alt Hist Issue 1: The Magazine of Historical Fiction and Alternate History
Series: Alt Hist, Book 1. Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 29,840. Language: English. Published: October 17, 2010 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Anthologies » Short stories - multi-author, Fiction » Science fiction » Short stories
Alt Hist is the new magazine of Historical Fiction and Alternate History. The first issue of Alt Hist features six short stories: “The Silent Judge” by David W. Landrum “Easter Parade, 1930” by Rob McClure Smith “Holy Water” by Andrew Knighton “Lament for Lost Atlanta” by Arlan Andrews “The Bitterness of Apples” by Priya Sharma “Travelling by Air” by Ian Sales
The Human Factor
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 4,050. Language: English. Published: July 17, 2010 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Science fiction » Short stories
(3.00 from 2 reviews)
Apple iBookstore Bestselling Title - consistently in the top 50 titles in Science Fiction for the last six months. If you like I Robot or Blade Runner, then this short story is for you. In a future Earth robots are not supposed to be able to harm humans, robots can still be used by terrorist forces to manipulate humans to destroy themselves.
Bisclavret (The Werewolf)
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 6,480. Language: English. Published: July 9, 2010 by Alt Hist Press. Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » General, Fiction » Historical » General
Do you love Medieval Romance and Paranormal Adventure? Yes? This is the story for you. What happens when the man you thought would protect you is more than a man? When another suitor comes calling would you stand by your werewolf husband or be tempted to seek protection against the dangers of the wild forest with another?

Series

Stonehearted
When the cut from the blade runs deep - You need a heart of Stone
Smithers
The Smithers books are anti-Biggles stories for the modern reader. They are tales of an officer from a working-class background and without the natural talent of Biggles. Like many real pilots he survives more on luck than judgement in the dangerous skies of the Western Front.
Smithers Hits a Six
Price: $0.99 USD.
Smithers Undercover
Price: $0.99 USD.
Fantasy Short Stories
The magazine of epic Fantasy short stories

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  • The First Lost Tale of Mercia: Golde the Mother on Sep. 04, 2011

    Jayden Woods thrusts the reader right into the action from the very start. I loved the gritty portrayal of Anglo-Saxon life and politics. This first Lost Tale of Mercia leaves you wanting to read more, and I think that's a testament to the strong characters that Jayden creates from the very beginning of the story, with lots of strong dialogue used to build the conflict between them. Like all good historical fiction this story also inspires curiosity into the historical setting itself.
  • Daemon Hunter on Sep. 11, 2011

    Historical fantasy set in the age of sail. A Caribbean privateer captain gets more than he bargained for when he comes across a mysterious woman lashed to the boat of a stricken British ship. The captain and his crew are compelled on a mission to hunt a daemon pirate. The mix of a rich historical setting and the supernatural mystery of the daemon hooked me straight away. Like the ship's captain I was drawn into the hunt for the daemon too. A well written yarn - highly recommended.
  • Raven's Wing on Sep. 13, 2011

    A charming fantasy, based I think on Celtic myth. Don't expect sword and sorcery, but instead be seduced by the atmosphere of the setting and the depth of the characters who are rich in subtle and natural magic that no longer inhabits our world. I loved the way that this tale played with my expectations in particular. I doubt that you'll come across many dragons like the one in this story.