I’m
Alistair Forrest, a historical fiction author with a lifelong fascination for the ancient world. My novels are inspired by real events, places, and people from history — brought to life with characters who feel the heat, the fear, the ambition and courage of their time.
I grew up in the Middle East, surrounded by stories carved in stone and echoes of past empires, which probably explains my early obsession with history. After returning to the UK, I spent much of my career in journalism and magazine editing, working for newspapers such as the
South Wales Echo and later editing titles in travel, photography, and natural health.
Storytelling, in all its forms, has always been my way of exploring the world.
My historical fiction novels include
Libertas, set in Roman Spain during the final days of Caesar’s civil war;
Vipers of Rome, a tale of espionage and loyalty;
Sea of Flames, a story of vengeance and adventure across the Mediterranean; and
Line in the Sand, a more personal and prophetic journey.
I also contribute short stories to historical fiction anthologies, such as
The Ring anthology, where a single Roman ring threads through centuries of history. I also wrote the allegorical
Cell Wars: An Inside Story under the name Adam Fox.
These days I live on the beautiful island of Alderney with my wife, Lynda — a place where inspiration seems to blow in with every tide. Thanks for visiting — I hope you’ll enjoy exploring my stories as much as I’ve enjoyed writing them.
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COMING SOON – the first in The Britannia Conspiracy series set against a backdrop of Julius Caesar’s two incursions to Britain during his brutal conquest of Gaul. To be published in 2026 by Sapere Books.