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London, 29 October 2025 – Acclaimed author and art historian Carol Strickland is featured in the latest issue of Reader’s House Magazine, London’s prestigious literary gateway. The magazine, which highlights bestselling, award-winning, and exceptional authors, praised both Strickland and her celebrated works for their “lucid accessibility, cultural richness, and power to ignite curiosity across generations.”
Recognised globally for her ability to make complex artistic and historical concepts engaging and comprehensible, Carol Strickland has reshaped how readers experience art and architecture. Her bestselling title The Annotated Mona Lisa has sold over 400,000 copies and remains one of the most popular introductions to art history worldwide. The Annotated Arch, The Illustrated Timeline of Art History, and The Illustrated Timeline of Western Literature further cement her reputation as a gifted communicator of culture and creativity. Reader’s House hailed her as “a master storyteller who bridges scholarship and imagination, opening the doors of art and history to all.”
In her exclusive interview, Strickland reflected on her enduring mission to democratise art and culture, blending rigorous research with narrative flair. Speaking about her writing philosophy, she explained,
- “Art should catalyse viewers to feel and think—not just a pretty picture, but works that hold a mirror up to society.”
- “I avoid technical jargon and evoke the sensation of experiencing a building—both inside and out. The writing should be simple, not simplistic.”
- “In fiction, you go inside characters, imagining their thoughts, feelings, actions, and words.”
- “I’m happy with being a populariser: ART FOR ALL!”
The magazine also celebrated her venture into historical fiction with The Eagle and the Swan, which brings to life the remarkable story of Byzantine Empress Theodora—a woman of intelligence, courage, and resilience. Strickland’s seamless weaving of fact and imagination continues in her forthcoming novel, Sparks Fly Up: The Lost Story of Margaret Fuller, which promises to revive another forgotten female icon.
With works spanning print, digital, and interactive formats, Strickland embodies a modern creative spirit, merging innovation with timeless storytelling. Her interactive eBook Impressionism: A Legacy of Light introduces readers to masterpieces through multimedia elements that transform learning into discovery.
Reader’s House praised Strickland’s career as “a testament to the enduring value of curiosity, empathy, and clarity in literature and art history.”
Praise from Reader’s House:
“Carol Strickland redefines accessibility in art and literature—her eloquence, insight, and creative depth continue to inspire readers and scholars alike.”
About Reader’s House:
Based in the heart of London, Reader’s House Magazine is a prestigious literary publication celebrating the brilliance of authors from around the globe. With international distribution and partnerships with Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Waterstones, and Blackwell’s, the magazine bridges print and digital platforms to bring enduring visibility and global recognition to authors and their work.
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