Who is author constance Gibson?

Constance Gibson is the pen name of British historian and author Hilary Macaskill. She was born in 1948 in Scotland and grew up in England. She studied history at the University of Edinburgh, where she earned a first-class honours degree. After graduating, she worked as a teacher and a journalist before becoming a full-time writer.

Macaskill has written over 30 books, mostly under the name Constance Gibson. Her books include historical novels, biographies, and children's books. Her work has been translated into more than 20 languages. She is best known for her historical novels, which are often set in the 19th century. Her books have been praised for their historical accuracy and their engaging storytelling.

Macaskill has won several awards for her writing, including the Nestle Children's Book Prize and the Romantic Novel of the Year Award. She is a member of the Society of Authors and the Historical Novel Society. She lives in London.

Some of Constance Gibson's most popular books include:

* The Dollmaker's Apprentice (1990)

* The Bloomsbury Sisterhood (1994)

* The Lady in the Tower (1997)

* The Painted Veil (2000)

* The Yellow Wallpaper (2003)

* The Secret Life of Emily Dickinson (2006)

* The Girl Who Came Home (2009)

* The Lost Garden of Love (2012)

Macaskill's books have been praised for their historical accuracy and their engaging storytelling. She is a talented writer who has brought history to life for millions of readers.