Hemelein Publications is proud to announce the acquisition of Long Night: A Speculative History of World War II (working title), an alternate history novel by Sidewise Award-winning author Eric G. Swedin. Eric is a professor of history at Weber State University. His doctorate is in the history of science and technology. His publications include numerous articles, six history books, four science fiction novels, and a historical mystery novel. His novel, When Angels Wept: A What-If History of the Cuban Missile Crisis won the 2010 Sidewise Award for Alternate History. Eric lives with his family in a house built in 1881.
He previously published two short stories through Hemelein: “Knowing Me” in Trace the Stars, and “The Echoes of Silver Ridge” in A Hero of a Different Stripe. Long Night is currently slated for release in 2026. Details regarding the specific release date and cover art are forthcoming. We look forward to sharing more of Eric’s work with you.