There are quite a few. 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee is a classic that has been a royalty - earner for a long time. It has been taught in schools and read widely, so the royalties keep coming in. Dan Brown's 'The Da Vinci Code' is also a very popular fiction book in terms of royalty earnings. Its fast - paced plot and controversial themes made it a global best - seller, and the royalties from its numerous sales are substantial. Then there's Stephen King's works like 'The Shining'. His horror fiction novels have a huge fan base, and his books sell well, resulting in high royalty payments.
Well, 'Cinder' by Marissa Meyer is a sort of royalty fiction as it has a future - world take on the Cinderella story with a Lunar Queen. 'Three Dark Crowns' by Kendare Blake features three sisters who are princesses with different powers competing for the throne. And 'The Crown's Game' by Evelyn Skye is set in a magical Russia and focuses on two enchanters in the service of the tsar.
Some royalty fiction novels are really captivating. For instance, 'The Guinevere Deception' by Kiersten White. It reimagines the story of King Arthur and Queen Guinevere with a lot of twists. 'The Wrath & the Dawn' by Renée Ahdieh is set in a world of Persian - inspired royalty. The story is about a girl who volunteers to marry a cruel king with the intention of killing him but things get complicated. 'The Lunar Chronicles' as a whole has a lot of royal elements. With Cinder being a key character who has to deal with the Lunar royalty among other things.
One of the most popular is 'The Pillars of the Kingdom'. It's set in a time when the Christian church had a strong influence on the royalty. The story is full of political intrigue and religious fervor. Another popular one is 'The Royal Saint' which is about a saintly figure within the royal court. It's well - loved for its in - depth exploration of faith and royalty. 'The Empress's Faith' is also quite popular, as it shows how an empress's Christian faith guided her rule and the events that unfolded in her empire.
One great royalty historical fiction is 'The Other Boleyn Girl' by Philippa Gregory. It delves into the life of Anne Boleyn and her family during the Tudor period in England. Another is 'Wolf Hall' by Hilary Mantel, which gives a vivid portrayal of Thomas Cromwell's rise in the court of Henry VIII. And 'A Discovery of Witches' by Deborah Harkness also has elements of royalty in its historical fantasy setting.
One great book is 'The Queen's Gambit' by Walter Tevis. It's about a young female chess prodigy, and while not directly about royalty in the traditional sense, it has elements of high - society and power struggles often associated with royalty. Another is 'The Other Boleyn Girl' by Philippa Gregory, which delves into the life of Anne Boleyn and the Tudor court. It gives a vivid picture of the power dynamics and relationships within the royal court. And 'A Game of Thrones' by George R.R. Martin also features a lot of elements of royalty, with different noble houses vying for the Iron Throne, much like real - world royalty fighting for the crown.
One of the best is 'The Other Boleyn Girl' by Philippa Gregory. It delves into the Tudor court and the complex relationships within. Another great one is 'A Discovery of Witches' which has elements of royalty and magic intertwined. Also, 'Gone with the Wind' can be considered as it shows the southern aristocracy which has similarities to royalty in terms of their high - status and influence.
The royalty for fiction books is typically calculated as a percentage of the net or gross sales. For example, an author might receive 10 - 15% of the net receipts from each book sold. Publishers usually have their own formulas which can be based on different factors like the format of the book (hardcover, paperback, e - book), the distribution channels, and the overall sales volume. For instance, if a hardcover fiction book is sold for $20 and the author has a 10% royalty rate, the author would earn $2 per book sold.
Well, 'The Lion of Judah' is a good choice. It's set in a historical royal context with strong Christian themes. The story follows a character's growth and their connection to the royal court while also exploring deep religious beliefs. 'The Royal Scribe's Faith' is another interesting one. It shows how a scribe in a royal palace deals with his Christian faith and the politics and intrigues of the court. Also, 'The Princess and the Priest' is a book that combines the life of a princess in a royal family with the influence of Christianity through a priest's guidance.
One great Russian royalty historical fiction is 'The Romanovs' by Simon Sebag Montefiore. It delves deep into the lives of the Romanov family, from their rise to power to their tragic end. Another is 'Anastasia' which focuses on the mystery surrounding Anastasia Romanov. There is also 'The Tsar of Love and Techno' that weaves various tales related to Russian royalty in a very unique way.
Some of the well - known historical royalty fictions include 'I, Claudius' by Robert Graves. This book takes readers into the Roman imperial family, showing the complex relationships, power plays, and political machinations within the royal family. 'The Crown' by Nancy Bilyeau is another one. It is set in the Tudor court and follows the life of a young novice who gets caught up in the dangerous world of the court. 'The Queen's Fool' by Philippa Gregory is also a great read. It portrays the life of a young girl who becomes the Queen's fool during the reign of Mary Tudor and Elizabeth I, and it gives insights into the court life and the personalities of the royals.