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Tracy Borman OBE @tracyborman.bsky.social · 7d

It’s Halloween month and I’m getting in the mood with this spooky new book inspired by stories from the palaces. I had so much fun writing the afterword 👻 @bloomsburybooksuk.bsky.social

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Daniel F Gosling @thegozfather.bsky.social · 7d

For more information, and to book tickets for the event happening on Wednesday 15 October 2025, see The National Archives website [3/3]: www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/whats-on/eve...

The Stolen Crown with Tracy Borman

Hear the shocking tale of the plot to kill Elizabeth I from historian and broadcaster Tracy Borman.

www.nationalarchives.gov.uk

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Daniel F Gosling @thegozfather.bsky.social · 7d

Excitingly, Tracy has curated a display of original records relating to the tumultuous succession to Elizabeth I, including Henry VIII's will and this 1603 proclamation declaring the Scottish James VI King of England [TNA SP 14/1], which will be on display after Tracy's talk [2/3].

Proclamation declaring James VI & I King of England, 1603

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Tracy Borman OBE @tracyborman.bsky.social · 7d

I’m so looking forward to this. It’s going to be incredible to have some of the documents in the room that tell the dramatic story of the battle for Elizabeth’s throne 🤩🤩🤩 @hodderbooks.bsky.social

Daniel F Gosling @thegozfather.bsky.social · 7d

On Wednesday 15 October, Tracy Borman (@tracyborman.bsky.social) is giving an in-person talk at The National Archives, talking about her excellent new book The Stolen Crown [1/3]. www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/whats-on/eve...

The Stolen Crown with Tracy Borman

Hear the shocking tale of the plot to kill Elizabeth I from historian and broadcaster Tracy Borman.

www.nationalarchives.gov.uk

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Tracy Borman OBE @tracyborman.bsky.social · 24d

Turns out the number 6 is as lucky for me as it was for Henry VIII 👑👑👑👑👑👑 @thetimes.com @hodderbooks.bsky.social

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Tracy Borman OBE @tracyborman.bsky.social · 25d

The feature I wrote on my new book is in the October issue of BBC History Magazine, out now! @historyextra.bsky.social @hodderbooks.bsky.social #thestolencrown #elizabethi #tudors #stuarts

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Tracy Borman OBE @tracyborman.bsky.social · 28d

Thrilled beyond words 🎉🎉 @hodderbooks.bsky.social

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Tracy Borman OBE @tracyborman.bsky.social · Sep 4

It’s publication day! 🎉🎉🎉 @hodderbooks.bsky.social #thestolencrown

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Tracy Borman OBE @tracyborman.bsky.social · Sep 2

All set for 8.50am! @hodderbooks.bsky.social

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Tracy Borman OBE @tracyborman.bsky.social · Aug 31

I enjoyed sharing some spooky tales in today’s @thetimes.com 👻 @hodderbooks.bsky.social

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Tracy Borman OBE @tracyborman.bsky.social · Aug 28

Henry VIII could be as terrifying a father as he was a husband. Find out more about his turbulent relationship with his eldest daughter Mary in my new blog #henryviii #maryi #tudors www.hrp.org.uk/blog/princes...

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Tracy Borman OBE @tracyborman.bsky.social · Aug 27

I felt like Charlie Bucket today, except it was books not chocolate 📚Bit gutted not to beat Adam Kay’s signing record but winning Best Signature Award made up for it 🥇 @hodderbooks.bsky.social

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Tracy Borman OBE @tracyborman.bsky.social · Aug 25

Order by midnight TONIGHT to receive a signed book with a dedication of your choice ✍️ @foxlanebooks.bsky.social @hodderbooks.bsky.social

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Tracy Borman OBE @tracyborman.bsky.social · Aug 22

What a way to start the book tour! Thank you so much @edbookfest.bsky.social and the brilliant Victoria Murray for a truly wonderful event @hodderbooks.bsky.social

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Tracy Borman OBE @tracyborman.bsky.social · Aug 22

Today’s the day! Can’t wait to launch my brand new book at @edbookfest.bsky.social 🎉🎉🎉 @hodderbooks.bsky.social

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Tracy Borman OBE @tracyborman.bsky.social · Aug 18

Just arrived in Edinburgh! Excited to explore the festival before my talk on 22nd. Hope to see you there! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 @edbookfest.bsky.social @hodderbooks.bsky.social

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Tracy Borman OBE @tracyborman.bsky.social · Aug 13

I’m thrilled to announce that I’ll be guest curator at this year’s #CheltLitFest I’ll be taking part in 5 events across the weekend, including giving a talk on my brand new book. Tickets are now on sale! www.cheltenhamfestivals.org/whats-on @cheltenhamfestival.bsky.social @hodderbooks.bsky.social

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Tracy Borman OBE @tracyborman.bsky.social · Aug 9

Hooray! Hope you enjoy 😊

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Tracy Borman OBE @tracyborman.bsky.social · Aug 8

Exciting news! You can preorder a signed and dedicated copy of my new book from the wonderful folk at @foxlanebooks.bsky.social This is a limited run and you need to order by 25 August. My pen is poised! ✍🏻 @hodderbooks.bsky.social

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Tracy Borman OBE @tracyborman.bsky.social · Aug 5

To my shame, until last week I’d never visited Peterborough Cathedral. It was utterly breathtaking - literally so when braving the dizzying heights of the tower tour 😱 From the tomb of #catherineofaragon to a beam that dates from 1066, it was full of treasures. I’ll definitely be back!

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Tracy Borman OBE @tracyborman.bsky.social · Jul 30

All set for #graduation2025

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Tracy Borman OBE @tracyborman.bsky.social · Jul 29

Does Mary I really deserve to be called ‘Bloody’? Find out more in my new feature: www.hrp.org.uk/hampton-cour...

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Tracy Borman OBE @tracyborman.bsky.social · Jul 28

Elizabeth I was as frugal as her grandfather so would have approved of this fantastic offer. Snap it up by 31 July! 👑 @waterstones.bsky.social @hodderbooks.bsky.social

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Tracy Borman OBE @tracyborman.bsky.social · Jul 25

I’m very excited to announce The Stolen Crown book tour 🎉🎉🎉 31 dates across the UK. Hope to see you there! @hodderbooks.bsky.social #elizabethi #jamesvi #tudors #stuarts

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Tracy Borman OBE @tracyborman.bsky.social · Jul 22

1 month today until my new book is launched at @edbookfest.bsky.social 🎉🎉🎉 @hodderbooks.bsky.social #elizabethi #tudors #stuarts

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