Shauna McIntyre is a freelance editor at Creative Roots Editorial and a former academic researcher and writer in the social sciences. As a member of the Historical Novel Society, she has reviewed over 30 books for the Historical Novel Review magazine and writes online features for the HNS website. Her monthly Substack newsletter, Creative Roots Letters, offers inspiration, resources, and personal anecdotes for those writing historical fiction and family history. She is currently working on a novel about female prairie homesteaders. When she is not editing, writing, or reading, she can usually be found rambling through the countryside looking to fill her curiosity cabinet and notebook.

Readerly offers expert book coaching for authors of historical fiction, historical mystery, and upmarket fiction. Led by Author Accelerator Certified Book Coach Robin Henry, Readerly provides personalized guidance—from planning and drafting to full manuscript reviews—helping writers develop compelling, polished novels with confidence.

The Literary Assistant, led by strategist and storyteller Melissa, supports authors with compassionate, sustainable marketing and platform growth. With firsthand experience working behind the scenes with authors every day, Melissa understands the emotional realities of publishing — from drafts and doubts to the pressure of launch day. Her approach is rooted in clarity, kindness, and connection, helping authors build visibility through intuitive content strategies, meaningful storytelling, and newsletters and social media that truly resonate. The Literary Assistant offers more than a plan — it offers a partnership, guiding authors toward confidence, alignment, and a platform that feels both authentic and manageable.

U.S. Ghost Adventures offers historically grounded ghost tours across the nation, blending real hauntings with firsthand accounts and historic research. Their passionate guides deliver authentic, spine-tingling stories that make sense of the unexplainable—every day, year-round.

Cathryn Huff is a seasoned creative director and designer known for brand-driven, thoughtful design that forges strong emotional connections. She brings strategic vision, collaborative leadership, and a sharp eye for typography, layout, and color to every project. Cathryn is the cover designer for History Through Fiction, where her work helps shape the visual identity of the press and its books.