The ARA Historical Novel Prize
The Prize
The ARA Historical Novel Prize is the richest individual genre-based literary award in Australasia, incorporating both an Adult category and a Children and Young Adult (CYA) category.
Eligibility & Rules
The ARA Historical Novel Prize is open to all authors who are citizens or residents of Australia or New Zealand.
Prize winners
Explore the exceptional talent of past winners from our literary prize and get inspired by their award-winning works.
Judges
Meet our esteemed judging panels, featuring industry experts and literary professionals dedicated to discovering and celebrating outstanding talent.
Festivals & Events
2025 History Unbound Festival
Read the wrap-up of our History Unbound 2025 HNSA Festival, celebrating the art of historical storytelling.
E. J. Corbett Mentorship
Mentorship Contest
The Elizabeth Jane Corbett Mentorship contest is dedicated to nurturing emerging writers of young adult historical fiction.
Eligibility & Rules
Information about the eligibility criteria to determine if a book is eligible for the E. J. Corbett Mentorship.
Past mentorship winners
Explore the exceptional talent of past winners of our mentorship contest.
Judge & Mentor
Meet our esteemed judge and mentor, dedicated to discovering and celebrating outstanding talent.
About
About HNSA
The Historical Novel Society Australasia is recognised as the home of the historical fiction genre in Australia and New Zealand.
About History Unbound
Learn more about our new ‘History Unbound’ program of Festivals & Events.
Governance
HNSA is managed by a committee of enthusiastic members committed to best practice in governance.
Partners & Supporters
We’re a volunteer-run organisation, so we rely on the wonderful support of a range of sponsors and partners.