Below is a collection of interviews, reviews, media mentions, and curated reading-list features for Kelly Scarborough’s historical novel Butterfly Games.
Interviews
I’ve had the pleasure of chatting with reviewers and editors about Butterfly Games, the history behind the novel, and other stories that inspire me. Here are some of the conversations I’ve enjoyed most.
- All Things Writing with Bryan Nowak (12/24/25)
- A wide-ranging video conversation about Butterfly Games, historical obsession, and the long road from courtroom to royal court. Watch on YouTube →
- Write Now with Justin Cox of The Writing Cooperative (11/19/25)
- A deep-dive conversation about my writing journey, creative rituals, historical research, and the real Swedish inspirations behind Butterfly Games. Read the Interview →
- Q&A with Foreword Reviews Executive Editor Matt Sutherland (9/29/25)
- A lively conversation about my upcoming historical novel, writing influences, and creative process. Read the Interview →
- The Table Read Magazine (1/21/26)
- In this UK interview with editor JJ Barnes, I talk about historical research, creative risk, and why Butterfly Games was a story I couldn’t not write. Read the Interview →
On the Lists
Every so often, Butterfly Games pops up in the loveliest places — a blog, a reading list, a literary roundup. Here are a few mentions that made me smile.
- James Lane Post — Bedside Reading Unveils “Poolside Page-Turners” for Memorial Day Weekend in the Hamptons (5/22/26)
Butterfly Games joined Bedside Reading’s “Poolside Page-Turners” collection, bringing a little Swedish royal intrigue to guests enjoying Memorial Day Weekend at luxury hotels across the Hamptons and North Fork. - Historical Novel Society — Forthcoming Historical Novels for 2026 (1/1/26)
- Butterfly Games was included in this much-anticipated compilation of next year’s historical fiction releases. Read the full list →
- Reading the Past — 10 Historical Novels to Watch This Season (10/18/25)
- Butterfly Games was featured by Sarah Johnson, editor of Historical Novel Reviews and author of the long-running blog Reading the Past, in her autumn roundup of notable historical fiction releases. Read the full list →
