Katie Kennedy
Was Anne of Cleves a Minger? and 365 Other Historical Curiosities
Price: £9.99
Imprint: O'Mara Books
Publication date: 07/11/2024
ISBN: 9781789297652
Export Edition: Export/Airside
Subject: Non-Fiction
Category: Science - History - Philosophy
Binding: Paperback
Size: 216 x 135 mm
Extent: 256 pages
Illustration: Some black and white line drawings
Territorial Rights: Commonwealth (export) ex UK
Imprint: O'Mara Books
Publication date: 07/11/2024
ISBN: 9781789297546
Subject: Non-Fiction
Category: Science - History - Philosophy
Binding: Hardback
Size: 216 x 135 mm
Extent: 256 pages
Illustration: Some black and white line drawings
Territorial Rights: UK and Commonwealth
Imprint: O'Mara Books
Publication date: 07/11/2024
ISBN: 9781789297669
Subject: Non-Fiction
Category: Science - History - Philosophy
Size: EPUB 3
Extent: 256 pages
Illustration: Some black and white line drawings
Territorial Rights: UK and Commonwealth
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Enquire nowKatie Kennedy, aka @TheHistoryGossip, has amassed a huge following online with over 504K on TikTok alone and 44 million views across her videos. Her platform focuses on showcasing snippets of history in a uniquely hilarious way – think of her as a factually accurate Philomena Cunk. Her engagement rates are fantastic, with some of her posts getting over 100K views.
The book will include a short, fun historical fact – written with The History Gossip’s unique brand of humour – for every day of the year. Facts will cover history from all over the world and all different time periods.
Katie is a serious historian – note she always gives her sources in her captions – and has just graduated Durham University. This autumn she’ll be starting an MA in History at either Oxford or Cambridge. Katie has already collaborated with several brands, including Sky History, Paramount Plus, History Hitt, and the Tate Collection.
Her audience are primarly 18-44 and just like her irreverent videos, the book’s short and snappy entries will perfectly appeal to this audience.
Imagine A History of the World in Bite-sized Chunks retold by Philomena Cunk. Fun, lighthearted yet packed full of facts, this is a history book for anyone who wants quick-fire information told in a way that will make you laugh out loud.
Katie is available for PR.
With an infectious blend of wit and historical insight, TikTok sensation Katie Kennedy has taken the platform by storm since January 2024. With her dry humour and tongue-in-cheek demeanour, she has crafted a unique niche where education meets entertainment. Titles like 'Was Anne of Cleves a Minger?' and 'Why was Elizabeth I frigid?' exemplify the irreverent yet informative style that has captivated audiences. Incorporating British slang and pop culture references, her videos offer a delightful fusion of Drunk History and Horrible Histories, making learning about the past an absolute riot. She has just graduated from Durham University.