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Heather Day Gilbert

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So You’ve Decided to Self-Publish…the Final Steps

Whew! We’ve whizzed through the basics here…from getting your manuscript ready to locking in early readers to marketing strategies, I know it’s been a whirlwind. I’m going to conclude the series with the final steps in getting your book-baby wrapped up in its tidy package and out the door. 1) I recommend a set launch date. I think I’ve mentioned this… Read More

Newbie Writing Mistakes Monday–FORMATTING ISSUES

HAVING FUN… USING RANDOM TYPES OF FONT, SIZE AND SPACING…   I changed the wording of this feature title. Writing Newbie Mistakes Monday, the previous title, could be misconstrued as WAYS to write some newbie mistakes…maybe I’m overthinking it, but I had to change it! This Monday, I thought I’d talk about FORMATTING those rough drafts/MSes, queries, and proposals.  The… Read More

Hi, I’m Heather…

I write contemporary mysteries and Viking historicals. Born and brought up in the mountains of West Virginia, I enjoy writing about small towns, family relationships, and women who aren't afraid to protect those they love. Read More…

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Every #Appalachianspring, I have to share pics of Every #Appalachianspring, I have to share pics of my #tulips🌷my favorite flowers! #flowerstagram #wvauthor #writerlife☕
Have you read my #ExoticPetSitter #cozymystery ser Have you read my #ExoticPetSitter #cozymystery series yet? Belinda Blake is a quirky sleuth who takes care of exotic pets and she’s also a professional video gamer in #GreenwichCT. Join Belinda on her unforgettable adventures today! #cozymysteryseries #authorlife
Just some pics from the last month or two—note the Just some pics from the last month or two—note the snow in March on these #wvmountains 💙😬 Also, our #borderdoodle got a haircut. And my son’s beautiful kitty had several bad asthma attacks but is doing better now, thankfully 🧡 ALSO note my first tulip of spring, somewhat the worse for wear after all these random freezing nights in March! Looking forward to April for many reasons! #authorlife #wvauthor #wildandwonderfulwv
My #MurderintheMountains #Christianmystery series My #MurderintheMountains #Christianmystery series is set in my home state of #WestVirginia—featuring a married #amateursleuth who lives next to her in-laws #wvauthor
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