Historical

 ​ Historical Fiction Definition: Historical fiction is one the oldest forms of writing. It includes classics such as the well known //Hamlet// written by Shakesspeare. Historical fiction books, whether they are picture books, transitional books, or novels—may have characters who are either imaginary or who actually lived during the time period. Settings also may be real or imaginary. The plot events may be documented historical events or they may be fictional. If they are fictional, it means that the author created the events for the telling of the story. The fictional characters, settings, and plot events must be written authentically as if they actually could hapen.  Scott O'Dell, a well known fiction author, is also the founder of the "Scott O'dell award for historical fiction". His ,ost famous book is titled "Island of the blue dolphins". The book was published in 1960 and re-created the life of a 19th century indian girl who is stranded on an island off the coast of California for 18 years.
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