William Kelso

William Kelso is a Dutch author, born to British parents, who has made a name for himself in the realm of military and ancient Roman historical fiction. His interest in military history was sparked at a young age by his grandfather, a veteran of the Royal Air Force who shared his experiences serving in North Africa and Italy during World War II. This early exposure to military history would eventually inspire Kelso to create his own stories, which he began doing in earnest after graduation.

For 22 years, Kelso worked in financial publishing and event management in London, all the while honing his craft as a writer in his spare time. His love for ancient Rome and his familiarity with the city of London, which was built on the site of the original Roman city of Londinium, provided the perfect backdrop for his stories. In 2017, Kelso made the decision to pursue writing full-time, and he has since published a number of successful books set in ancient Roman times.

Kelso's two series, Veteran of Rome and Soldier of the Republic, have garnered him a loyal following of readers who appreciate his meticulous research and attention to detail. His books, which include titles such as "The Shield of Rome," "The Fortune of Carthage," and "Devotio: The House of Mus," are known for their richly drawn characters and engaging storylines. Kelso has set a goal for himself to write 100 books over the course of his career, and he is well on his way to achieving that milestone. In addition to his writing, Kelso also helps run a battlefield tours company with his brother, and he is a supporter of the Help for Heroes charity and a tiger in India.
Soldier of the Republic Books
# Title Year
1 In Defence of the Walls of Rome 2018
2 Carthage Must Be Destroyed 2019
3 Rome's Spy 2019
4 Rome's Darkest Hour 2020
5 The Republic at War 2020
6 Rome's Assassin 2020
7 The Turn of the Tide 2021
8 Legate of Rome 2021
9 Mercenary of Carthage 2022
10 The Metaurus Campaign 2022
11 The Conquest of Spain 2022
Veteran Of Rome Books
# Title Year
1 Germania 2007
2 Caledonia 2013
3 Hibernia 2014
4 Britannia 2015
5 Hyperborea 2016
6 Armenia Capta 2017
7 The Dacian War 2017
8 Rome and the Conquest of Mesopotamia 2018
9 Veterans of Rome 2018
Veteran Of Rome Series in Chronological Order
# Title Year
1 Caledonia 2013
2 Hibernia 2014
3 Britannia 2015
4 Hyperborea 2016
5 Germania 2007
6 Armenia Capta 2017
7 The Dacian War 2017
8 Rome and the Conquest of Mesopotamia 2018
9 Veterans of Rome 2018
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 The Shield of Rome 2011
2 The Fortune of Carthage 2012
3 Devotio 2017