We’re delighted to announce the list of authors featured in Helen of Troy! The 17 stories are all brand new and reimagine this iconic figure and her role in one of the most infamous events of Greek myth. Accompanying the tales is an extended introduction by Classics scholar Bella Vivante, exploring the original and classic versions of Helen through the centuries. Award-winning ancient historian and Times bestselling author Emily Hauser provides the foreword, and the collection is due to release in September 2026. Our thanks go once again to everyone who submitted a story for consideration to this theme, with many congratulations to the selected authors below!

The Lost Letters of Helen of Troy by Benjamin Cyril Arthur

Queen of Sparta by Conda V. Douglas

Golden Apple by Brooksie C. Fontaine

Hollow-Hearted Helen by Lixin Foo

Helen’s Lament by Kay Hanifen

EXCLUSIVE! HELEN OF TROY’S MOST REVEALING INTERVIEW YET! by Geoff Holder

The First Cage by Georgina Kamsika

Helen Unwoven by Erin Keating

Swan Unsung by Daphne Marie Love

Harpagēn by Ali McLafferty

A Mother’s Wisdom by Merry Monteleone

Helen, The Vessel by Ren Nutter

Helen, All Unhoped For by Rebecca Peng

A Spartan Peace by Karin J. Robinson

A Flame Named Helen of Troy by M.D. Smith IV

Daughter of the Heart by Rose Strickman

Alpha to Omega by Nemma Wollenfang

About the Series

Discover the mythology of humankind through its heroes, characters, gods and immortal figures. Myths, Gods and Immortals brings together the new and the ancient, familiar stories with a fresh and imaginative twist. Each book brings back to life a legendary, mythological or folkloric figure, with completely new stories alongside the original tales and a 30,000-word essay which emphasises ancient and modern connections, tracing history and stories across continents, cultures and peoples. New and emerging writers from open submissions reveal hidden themes, casting fresh perspectives on well-known stories, alongside the specially commissioned story of the origins and the cultural background from the era. Published titles in the series so far are Medusa, Odin, Anansi, Circe, Morgana le Fay, Achilles, Loki, Aphrodite, Odysseus and The Valkyries.

This book will be available to buy from September 2026 via book stores, Amazon, and our website page for Helen of Troy!