Cassidy Carson Will Release Historical Novel in October
The former Nevada State Archives archivist will debut her latest historical book in Reno this October.
Updated on Oct. 10, 2026 in Weddings
Author Cassidy Carson will release her latest novel, Battle Born Bride, on October 31, 2026. The book, set in 1860s Carson City, follows her extensive research using primary source materials at the Nevada State Archives.
Why it matters
The novel offers a fictionalized exploration of Nevada territory history inspired by the author's professional experience scanning the state constitution. It highlights the growing literary interest in local Western history through professional archival research.
Battle Born Bride marks the 22nd title from Two Moore Books, LLC, which was named the Most Unique Business in the 2026 Best of Carson City contest. The novel is currently available for pre-sale in e-book and paperback formats.
The players
Cassidy Carson
She is the author of Battle Born Bride and a former senior archivist at the Nevada State Archives.
Two Moore Books, LLC
This publishing house is the winner of the 2024 Women in Podcasting Award and the 2026 Best of Carson City contest.
The details
Cassidy Carson, a former senior archivist at the Nevada State Archives, drew direct inspiration for the project while working with original historical documents. The story transports readers to the 1860s in the Nevada Territory.
Timeline
October 18, 2026: Author talk and book release event at 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. in Reno.
October 31, 2026: Official release date of the novel Battle Born Bride.
Roadmap
The release of this novel follows a pattern of local recognition established by the 2026 Best of Carson City contest, which highlighted the publisher's status as a unique business. This trend underscores how regional awards can significantly elevate the profile of independent publishing firms.
Residents can attend an author talk on October 18 to gain insight into the historical research behind the book. Interested readers can currently secure copies via pre-sale in either digital or print formats.
The takeaway
Engaging with local history through fiction can provide a new perspective on regional heritage for residents. Readers interested in historical narratives should look for works that utilize verified archival research to ground their storytelling.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Carson Now.
