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Historical Fiction of Paul Jariabek

Step aboard the blood-soaked decks of an Elizabethan ship where Francis Drake's exploits shaped the birth of the English naval empire. Stroll through the seedier parts of the London waterfront. Experience the personal devastation wrought by Henry VIII's Dissolution of the Monasteries.

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I am a historical fiction author drawn to the forgotten voices and hidden corners of the past and currently exploring Tudor naval history and the age of Sir Francis Drake. Here you’ll find my historical research, posts about characters and Elizabethan culture, and my historical fiction books and short stories—beginning with Sic Parvis Magna, the first in my Adventures of Francis Drake series. Join me as we get lost in history.

My Adventures of Francis Drake Historical Fiction Series

Night time battle between the English Fleet and the Spanish Armada, featuring 16th century sailing ships for the historical fiction series Adventures of Francis Drake By Paul Jariabek.

These meticulously researched stories bridge the gaps that history books leave behind. You'll find authentic period details and technology woven through tales that reveal the human stories behind historical events. Learn more about the historical fiction series:

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The Research that Went Into Sic Parvis Magna

Image of an engraving of the St. Eustacious Church in Tavistock, England, part of the sample chapter of the historical fiction novel Sic Parvis Magna.

Read about some of the research that went into the creation of the historical fiction novel Sic Parvis Magna, from the people that fill the pages of the book to the places where it is set.

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