Season 1, Episode 2 – Stephen Yoch

In episode two we talk with Stephen Yoch, author of the novel Becoming George Washington. Yoch, a lawyer by day, discusses the value of research while noting the importance of precision in his writing so that readers know what’s real and what’s not real. He also talks about the long but rewarding process of bringing history to life stating, “adding human detail to history, I think, is the great quest of historical fiction.”

About the Author

Stephen E. Yoch is a Twin Cities lawyer with extensive business, transactional, and litigation experience. He graduated with honors from Boston College and the University of Minnesota Law School. When not researching and writing historical novels, he enjoys helping individuals and businesses solve complex problems while working at the wonderful Felhaber Larson firm. He is the author of the novel, Becoming George Washington and he is currently working on a new novel called, Becoming Benedict Arnold. 

Colin Mustful

Colin Mustful is the founder and editor of History Through Fiction. He is the author of four historical novels about the settlement and Native history of the Upper Midwest. His books combine elements of fiction and nonfiction to tell compelling and educational stories. Learn more at colinmustful.com. 

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