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Excerpt From 'Scattered Scones'-Novel-Coming 2021
Penny must have made this cake a thousand times. It was her grandma’s recipe. Baking had always been her go to activity when she felt...

Hayley Walsh
Jun 27, 20203 min read


Interview With a Chick-Lit Fan
Today, I wanted to bring you something different. Since joining Twitter and building my author platform, I have been lucky enough to meet...

Hayley Walsh
Jun 23, 20203 min read


Book Review - 'The Future Bride' by J.G. Macleod
I don’t usually read anything with a historical element to it, however when I read the blurb for this book, I was intrigued. It did not...

Hayley Walsh
Jun 18, 20202 min read


Excerpt From 'Making March'- Sweat and Tears
SWEAT AND TEARS 5 February 2017 8 am Even though I have been defeated in the quest to lose weight before the wedding, Heather and Tracy...

Hayley Walsh
Jun 12, 20207 min read


Creating 'Write That Book - Helpful Ramblings of a Self-Published Author'
One cold morning about eight weeks ago, I came downstairs in my PJ’s, made myself a coffee, and enjoyed the peace and quiet, while...

Hayley Walsh
Jun 7, 20202 min read


Excerpt From 'Crayons and Chaos'- Jailhouse Jaunt
JAILHOUSE JAUNT 26 October 2019 7pm Don’t ask me how I managed to get roped into volunteering as an excursion chaperone. My rostered days...

Hayley Walsh
Jun 3, 20203 min read


Excerpt From 'Write That Book - Helpful Ramblings Of A Self-Published Author'-Hook, Line, and Sinker
Many readers will put down a book if it doesn’t grab their attention in the first few lines. The first few lines are crucial. Only give...

Hayley Walsh
May 31, 20202 min read


Interview With Suzy Turner-Author of Contemporary Women's Fiction
Today, I am thrilled to be bringing you my first author interview. Meet Suzy Turner. A little while ago, I posted a review of Suzy's book...

Hayley Walsh
May 25, 20203 min read


Excerpt From 'Write That Book -Helpful Ramblings Of A Self-Published Author' -Story Structure
Think of story structure as simply the story line or plot. Remember when someone read you a bedtime story as a child. It usually started...

Hayley Walsh
May 23, 20202 min read


Overcoming Writer's Block
Any author knows, a bout of writers block can be crippling. Some say it’s a real thing, while others will tell you it’s all in your head....

Hayley Walsh
May 18, 20202 min read


Book Review- 'And Then There Was You' By Suzy Turner
This book is a profound look at relationships and the impact they have on our lives. The story follows Eve. She is married to Matt, her...

Hayley Walsh
May 14, 20202 min read


Excerpt From Novel -Scattered Scones - Coming 2021
Emma reluctantly got up from her desk, yet again, needing to pee. It was the third time in a space of half an hour. She tried to take her...

Hayley Walsh
May 13, 20203 min read


The Importance of Character Development in Fiction
Plot and characters go hand in hand. Apart from a captivating and entertaining plot, character development is paramount to a good story....

Hayley Walsh
May 6, 20202 min read


Book Review-'Ups and Downs' By D.B. Carter
I really enjoyed this novella. It was a fun and easy read. Hard working business woman Carol, is our protagonist, and is about to have a...

Hayley Walsh
May 3, 20202 min read


Excerpt From Novel -Scattered Scones - Coming 2021
It was a truly spectacular day on Sydney Harbour. The Opera House Foreshore was a flurry of activity. Mark watched the Manly Ferry dock...

Hayley Walsh
Apr 26, 20203 min read


How To Tell Your Reader The Story By Way Of Point Of View
I like to constantly challenge my self as an author. One way an author can do this, is to write stories in different points of view, or...

Hayley Walsh
Apr 21, 20203 min read


The Making of 'Making March' - Coming May 2020
Kate feels old alone, and regrettably round . It's the 1st of February, and today happens to be her fortieth birthday. This month she...

Hayley Walsh
Apr 8, 20202 min read


First Sneak Peek - Novel Titled -Scattered Scones (Coming Early 2021)
CHAPTER ONE Penny stared blankly out of her kitchen window, squinting hard as the scorching summer sun pierced its way through the...

Hayley Walsh
Mar 16, 20206 min read


Book Review- 'Snowbound' By Monique McDonell
This fun little festive novella is a story about heartbreak, friendship, holiday plans gone wrong, and finding something wonderful when...

Hayley Walsh
Mar 10, 20202 min read


Interview With An Editor - Chrissy Wolfe From EFC Services
Today, I am delighted to be bringing you my first interview. Meet Chrissy Wolfe from EFC Services. Chrissy gives us an insight into her...

Hayley Walsh
Mar 8, 20203 min read
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