"When's the next book out?" and "What else have you got up your sleeve?" are the two questions landing in my inbox most often right now — so I've created this page to keep you in the loop. And, if I'm honest, to keep myself accountable. 😄

✍️ What's Coming Next, and What’s Rachel Writing?

Lady of England — Book 3 in the Nicola de la Haye series.

This one is drafted, and I’m editing it ready for beta-readers in November. It covers the height of Nicola’s historical importance, along with Magna Carta, the French invasion, and the Battle of Lincoln.

Target publication for Lady of England: Early 2027.

Lady of the Mantle - The Final Book in the Nicola de la Haye series.

I originally intended to cover this important part of Nicola’s life in Lady of England, but it turned out to be more suited to a separate novel. This is partially written and will continue to be drafted between the editing on Lady of England. These last few years of Nicola’s life were as eventful as the others. This novel is a bit less than half drafted and is expected in 2027.

And Beyond…

I’m currently researching a novel set in another medieval city. Based on real events, and real people, she’s deep in maps, biographies, medieval chronicles and the opinions of modern historians. I’ll keep researching but won’t be able to put finger to keyboard until the Nicola de la Haye books are done.

I also has a Saxon England story waiting in the wings, and another tale set deep in the fourteenth century, with more besides, though I’m not giving away the settings just yet – but they're worth waiting for! 😉

And if you haven’t read it yet, why not download your FREE copy of Eleanor’s Revenge, a novella based on Eleanor of Aquitaine’s niece - another medieval woman who overcame tragedy in what was an amazing life.

Keep checking back for updates on this page as things develop.