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My THREE Fave Reads of 2023!

I just wanted to share my post over on Shepherd.com where I talk about my top 3 reads of 2023. It was so hard to narrow it down, and, trust me, I have MANY other books I’ve enjoyed this year. If you’d like to keep up with them, be sure to follow me on Instagram, where I’ll often share pics… Read More

It’s a New Release in the Barks & Beans Cafe cozy mystery series!

I’m sorry I’m not the best blogger, so this post is late! Although I started out early in the blogging world, I now focus all my writing efforts on writing books for my readers. 🙂 Book 5 in the Barks & Beans Cafe cozy mystery series, TROUBLE BREWING, has now released in softcover and ebook versions! You can also read… Read More

Five Ways to Touch Your Favorite Author’s Heart

I’ll be the first to admit I’m not a really emotional person. I tend to be the “buck up and soldier on through” type (dramatic change from my teen years, for sure). But as an author, part of me is always on display and raw. We write so much of ourselves into our books–is it any wonder scathing reviews can… Read More

Cover Reveal–The Message in a Bottle Romance Collection, Releasing in March 2017!

I’ve shared here that I’ve joined four other authors in a historical romance collection titled The Message in a Bottle Romance Collection, to be released by Barbour Publishing in March of 2017! Here’s a little pic of us in case you missed it before: But NOW we can share the beautiful cover for this collection! Suffice it to say, we’re… Read More

Celebrating the Launch of Joanne Bischof’s To Get To You & a Giveaway!

One of my favorite authors out there is Joanne Bischof. Not only does she write amazing, heartfelt fiction, she is just as delightful in real life as she seems online. Today, I’m joining in celebrating the launch of her contemporary Young Adult novel, To Get to You. To get to the girl he loves, Riley Kane must head off on… Read More

Five Ways to Bruise An Author’s Spirit…and Five Ways to Bolster It

Today I’m ruminating a bit on the author life… Author life in today’s internet-saturated era has unprecedented highs and lows. Authors get immediate feedback on books, from more readers than ever before. It’s a wonderful thing, reaching more readers–but it does come with a price tag. If you ask anyone who knows me well, they’ll tell you I have mentioned… Read More

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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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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
Things that made me happy this week: my willow tre Things that made me happy this week: my willow tree, steadily growing bigger every year; bought myself a copy of Sunrise on the Reaping (but am I really feeling dystopian enough to read it? Not yet); my first irises of spring; and finally an Etsy decal I’m thinking about getting for my car since I’m such a #tombraider fan and still playing through #TombRaiderRemastered. What made you happy this week? #authorsofig #authorlife #writerofinstagram #westvirginiawriter #wvmountainmomma #wvauthor #southernwv #gamergirls #gamermom  #springflowers #appalachianspring
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