“Il Viaggio,” A Historical Fiction Novel by Larry Taliaferro, To Be Displayed at the Frankfurt Book Fair 2026

The self-publishing and book marketing company ReadersMagnet will exhibit “Il Viaggio: The Voyage From Venice to the Court of Elizabeth I and Beyond,” a compelling historical fiction novel by Larry Taliaferro, at the 2026 Frankfurt Book Fair. The world’s largest and most prestigious book trade fair will take place on October 7-11, 2026, at Messe Frankfurt, Frankfurt am Main, Germany. ReadersMagnet’s showcase offers international publishers, agents, and readers an exciting opportunity to discover this sweeping epic.

“Il Viaggio: The Voyage From Venice to the Court of Elizabeth I and Beyond” begins in 1530 Venice, following Bartolomeo Tagliaferro after he is appointed to represent the Doge’s interests at the royal court of Queen Elizabeth I. His high-stakes international assignments bring him into direct contact with legendary historical figures, including spymaster Francis Walsingham, playwright William Shakespeare, intelligence agent Thomas “Kit” Marlowe, and poet Aemelia Bassano. The epic narrative spans generations to trace Bartolomeo’s descendants, culminating with his grandson Robert, who eventually flees the growing political turmoil of England to build a new life in colonial Virginia.

Beyond its engaging plot, “Il Viaggio: The Voyage From Venice to the Court of Elizabeth I and Beyond” explores deep themes of legacy, sacrifice, cultural connection, and the pivotal choices that define family destinies. It highlights the enduring power of family origins and historical memory across generations. Taliaferro’s seamless combination of rich historical detail and authentic character development creates an engrossing reading experience.

Get a copy of “Il Viaggio: The Voyage From Venice to the Court of Elizabeth I and Beyond,” available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and the ReadersMagnet Bookstore. Visit Larry Taliaferro’s webpage: https://sbprabooks.com/larrytaliaferro/.

Visit the ReadersMagnet exhibit at the Frankfurt Book Fair 2026 at stand 4.1 M5 to check out the book display.

Book Details
Book Title: “Il Viaggio: The Voyage From Venice to the Court of Elizabeth I and Beyond”
Author: Larry Taliaferro
Genre: Historical Fiction / Family Saga
Publisher: ReadersMagnet LLC
Published date: June 30, 2026

Author Bio
Larry Taliaferro was born in Detroit, Michigan, and served in the U.S. Air Force before working in high-tech and aerospace roles across Palo Alto, Sunnyvale, and San Jose. Following his retirement in Sacramento, California, he turned his passion for genealogy into historical fiction inspired by his family origins.

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