I read so much I just don't think I can pick out one or two favorites. I love historical fiction the most overall, though I've enjoyed books of all genres. You can really learn a lot from a good historical fiction author as long as they are very good in their research and facts, and meld it well with the personalities they give the characters.

I've been fascinated with the books on the Plantagenet dynasty since I read Here Be Dragons by Sharon Kay Pennman. The Sunne In Splendour was also an amazing book, just incredible. I've also enjoyed Shogun, The Killer Angels, Lonesome Dove, Aztec, Byzantium and lots more. I tend to read things from old eras, I love ancient Rome and Egypt type settings, Medieval England and so on. Just about anything that is from the 1800s or earlier. I've read some modern day stuff (especially enjoyed some John Grisham stuff), but I am most drawn to those earlier centuries.