My Books

Claire’s first book, The Anne Boleyn Collection: The Real Truth About the Tudors, was published in February 2012, her second book, The Fall of Anne Boleyn: A Countdown, was published in April 2012, her third book, a collaboration with other indie authors, was published in July 2012 and her fourth book, On This Day in Tudor History, was published on 31st October 2012.

The Anne Boleyn Collection: The Real Truth about the Tudors

Paperback: 260 pages
Publisher: MadeGlobal/CreateSpace (February 16, 2012)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1470038161
ISBN-13: 978-1470038168
Click here to visit its Amazon.com page.

From the Author

The Anne Boleyn Collection is a collection of the most popular articles from The Anne Boleyn Files website (plus a few more) reworked and re-researched, using primary sources.

My aim in writing about Anne Boleyn, Henry VIII and his six wives, and Tudor characters, is always to tell the truth and to debunk the myths and stereotypes that surround these fascinating historical characters. Myths and downright lies go out of the window, REAL history is what I write. Hope you enjoy it!

From the Back Cover

• Should Anne Boleyn be pardoned and reburied as Queen?
• Anne Boleyn and “The Other Boleyn Girl”.
• Did Anne Boleyn dig her own grave?
• The Six Wives’ stereotypes – are they right?
• Did Anne Boleyn commit incest with her brother?

“The Anne Boleyn Collection” brings together the most popular articles from top Tudor website The Anne Boleyn Files. Articles which have provoked discussion and debate. Articles that people have found fascinating. Written in Claire’s easy-going style, but with an emphasis on good history and sound research, these articles are perfect reading for Tudor history lovers everywhere.

Discover the REAL truth about the Tudors

Praise for the Anne Boleyn Files:-

“The Anne Boleyn Files is a daily must-read for me. Here’s the real Anne Boleyn, all the history, passion and mystery of her life plus a lively community of history fans. Warning: it’s addictive.”
Jeane Westin – Author of “His Last Letter”

“The Anne Boleyn Files has been of immense value to me. I simply LOVE it!”
Anne Barnhill – Author of “At the Mercy of the Queen”

“A unique one-stop delight chock full of engaging articles”
Sandra Byrd – Author of “To Die For: A Novel of Anne Boleyn”

The Fall of Anne Boleyn: A Countdown

Paperback: 348 pages
Publisher: MadeGlobal/CreateSpace (April 30, 2012)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 147526612X
ISBN-13: 978-1475266122
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Book Blurb

During the spring of 1536 in Tudor England, events conspire to bring down Anne Boleyn, the Queen of England. The coup against the Queen results in the brutal executions of six innocent people – Anne Boleyn herself, her brother, and four courtiers – and the rise of a new Queen.

Drawing on sixteenth century letters, eye witness accounts and chronicles, Claire Ridgway leads the reader through the sequence of chilling events one day at a time, telling the true story of Anne Boleyn’s fall. The Fall of Anne Boleyn: A Countdown is presented in a diary format, allowing readers to dip in, look up a particular date, or read from start to finish. Special features include mini biographies of those involved, a timeline of events and full referencing.

Claire Ridgway, creator of The Anne Boleyn Files website and author of The Anne Boleyn Collection, continues her mission to share the real truth about Anne Boleyn.

From the Author

The Fall of Anne Boleyn: A Countdown is a guide to the chain of events leading up to Anne Boleyn’s execution on the 19th May 1536. I chose a diary format so that the information was easily digestible and so that readers can dip into it and find out what happened on a specific date, or read in its entirety to see the tragic events unfold. I include full references and a bibliography (on the book website for the Kindle version) so that readers can also do their own research or check facts.

Interviews with Indie Authors: Top Tips from Successful Self-Published Authors

Paperback: 202 pages
Publisher: CreateSpace (July 26, 2012)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1478295910
ISBN-13: 978-1478295914
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Book Blurb

Learn how to succeed in indie publishing.

With interviews from 34 of the hottest names in self-publishing, “Interviews with Indie Authors” contains a unique view into the world of the indie writer. Each bestselling self-published author shares how they ensure their books are a hit, and what led them to indie publishing in the first place. You will also find out what they think the future of self-publishing will bring. Their first hand experience is invaluable for anyone planning to succeed with their own books.

Whatever your background, you will learn from these incredible interviews.

With diverse genres such as thrillers, young adult fiction, the paranormal, romance, comedy, fantasy, horror, science fiction, mystery and even non-fiction, whatever you are writing about, this book has it covered.

Contains interviews with indie authors such as: Michael McCloskey, Nick Russell, Connie Suttle, Michael Prescott, Terri Reid, Hugh Howey, Scott Nicholson, Kristen Ashley, Aaron Patterson, Carol Davis Luce, Claire Ridgway, Alexa Grace, Marie Force, Shadonna Richards, Colleen Hoover, Barbara Freethy, Joseph Lallo, Rebecca Forster, Caryn Moya Block, Denise Grover Swank, Mainak Dhar, Imogen Rose, CJ Lyons, Bella Andre, Maria Murnane, Theresa Ragan, Russell Blake, Linda Welch, Debra Holland, J. Thorn, James Somers, Karen Cantwell, Tracey Garvis Graves and Elena Greene

50% of the royalties from “Interviews with Indie Authors” will be given to charity. The money will be split between two charities – ROPE (Relief for Oppressed People Everywhere) and Goal for the Gambia.

From the Author

Tim and I were inspired by my journey into self-publishing in February 2012. I found lots of books to help me with the technicalities of self-publishing, but what inspired me and helped make my own books successful was reading the stories of authors who’d been there and done it. I wanted to learn from the masters and find out what tools and techniques they used to ensure success. I knew it wasn’t down to luck, but hard work and I wanted to get it right.

As my own books hit the bestseller lists, I began to be asked how I’d done it and what advice I could share. That’s when the idea for Interviews with Indie Authors hit me. I knew that different authors had very different stories and strategies, so why not collect them all together and publish them to help newbie authors? The book was born.

On This Day in Tudor History

Paperback/Kindle: 648 pages
Publisher: MadeGlobal/CreateSpace (October 31, 2012)
Language: English
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Book Blurb

On This Day in Tudor History gives a day-by-day look at events from the Tudor era, including births, deaths, baptisms, marriages, battles, arrests, executions and more.
This must-have book for Tudor history lovers is perfect for:

• Dipping into daily over your morning coffee
• Using in the classroom
• Trivia nights and quizzes
• Finding out what happened on your birthday or special day
• Wowing friends and family with your Tudor history knowledge
• Researching the Tudor period

Written by best-selling Tudor history author Claire Ridgway, On This Day in Tudor History contains a wealth of information about your favourite Tudor monarchs, their subjects and the times they lived in.
Did you know: On 17th January 1569 Agnes Bowker gave birth to a cat?