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Heather Day Gilbert

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My First One-Star, My First Book Signing, and My First Author Checking Account

Bad news first (or is it?). I got my first one-star review. I know most authors would say to shut up about this fact, but I feel I’ve somehow become even more legit as an author. When we write our books, we know that not everyone will like them. We can’t please everyone all the time…from storyline to writing style,… Read More

So You’ve Decided to Self-Publish…The Second Step (Early Readers)

I’m only going to talk about one step today–early readers–because I feel it’s such an important step for the debut author (and helpful for any author). Quick recap: last week we made sure your novel: 1) Was properly edited. This includes: beta readers, crit partners, professional edits, and self-edits. (To clarify: I consider beta readers a handful of early readers who… 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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A bit late on things that made me happy this week, A bit late on things that made me happy this week, but they include #peonies I transplanted from my mother-in-law that have thrived in #westvirginia, a coral poppy that’s doing great this year, the detective show #DeathValley that is actually set in Wales, beating #tombraider2remastered with my girls and sharing crazy screen shots of our journey, like a floating dead guy, and finally, my sweet #sealpointsiamese Sagwa and her pretty blue eyes 🩵🌺#authorlife #authorsofinstagram #wvwriter #wvauthor #wildandwonderfulwv #flowerstagram #catsofinstagram #springflowers #tombraider #gamergirlsofinstagram #gamergirlsunite
Got to visit my husband’s family in #westernny, Got to visit my husband’s family in #westernny, and just a public announcement that rural New York State is beautiful. It’s not all NYC 🥰🌳
Well, you know I have to share my #flowerstagram p Well, you know I have to share my #flowerstagram posts, as usual! This year I had ONE red peony bloom and it was spectacular! And the coral peonies and the irises are also lovely. Just sharing to brighten your day! #flowers #appalachianspring #westvirginiaauthor #wvwriter #authorlife #flowerlover #springflowers🌸🌺🌼🌷❤️
Brunch at the #generallewisinn in #LewisburgWV for Brunch at the #generallewisinn in #LewisburgWV for our 28th anniversary. Delicious food and the best company ❤️ #marriedlove #authorlife #authorsofinsta #wvauthor #wvwriter #barksandbeanscafecozymystery #wvbooks #mysteryauthor #wildandwonderfulwv #almostheavenwv
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