The best historical fiction books of 2025

We’re delighted to see 'The Marchesa' by Sarah Dunant included in The Times’ round-up of the year’s most notable historical fiction, selected by Antonia Senior. Narrated by the ghost of Isabella d’Este – the formidable marchioness of Mantua and a great patron of the arts — Dunant’s novel paints a vivid portrait of Renaissance Italy, weaving together politics, love and the masterpieces Isabella collected. A brilliant recognition for a book that brings history ferociously, and beautifully, to life.

Julia Hobsbawm has been featured in 𝘍𝘰𝘳𝘣𝘦𝘴 in an article by Roger Trapp that discusses how managers need to embrace the uncertainty of the new workplace.

𝘍𝘰𝘳𝘣𝘦𝘴 article 'Managers Need To Embrace Uncertainty Of New Workplace' by Roger Trapp discusses the challenges and dynamics of the modern workplace. It features insights from Julia Hobsbawm, who highlights the complexities of hybrid work and the impacts of AI on work culture.