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Heather Day Gilbert

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Grounded in the Mountains

My latest novel, an Appalachian mystery, is set in West Virginia. It’s not something I ever saw coming. Twenty years ago, I was dead-set on getting out of the mountains’ grip for good. I wanted big skies and open spaces. I read Architectural Digest in college and pictured myself, CEO of a huge firm in Manhattan, wearing spike heels and… Read More

A Little Peek at my West Virginia Mystery Novel–MIRANDA WARNING

(My creepy, mysterious headshot…to emphasize the mystery vibes) I’m a guest-blogging fiend recently! Just wanted to give you a heads-up on a vlogpost my friend, Bethany MacManus, did, reading through my answers to interview questions about my latest novel. Bethany came up with the coolest questions, and she’s doing a great vlog series with authors. Hope you can check it… Read More

Mountaineers are always Free?

Hi, ya’ll! Just did a video post about my latest novel (not published yet!) that’s set in WEST VIRGINIA. Today, let’s talk all things West Virginia…hope you enjoy this video and feel free to respond to my vlog question below!

Stop by and Vote for your Favorite Title!

West Virginia creek like the one in my novel… I’m torn between some titles for my latest novel–a contemporary suspense/mystery set in the Appalachians (West Virginia!). Right now, I’m having FB peeps vote for their favorite pick–please PLEASE stop by and vote so I can get a clear direction of what captures readers’ attention/curiosity best. Here’s the link: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Heather-Day-Gilbert/255797467834948?ref=hl THANKS… Read More

Hey Ya’ll, I’m a Southern Yankee Appalachian!

Just talking today about how I got that accent…and other stuff!

DERECHO Rhymes with JERICHO–Living without Power for 10 Days in WV

There are many times when you just have no words for what you’ve been through. This is not one of those times for me. We got hit, square-on, by the derecho storm that ran through much of the northeast on June 29, 2012. Here’s a NASA clip on Youtube of what it looked like: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2xjmUZq4I7M. It’s basically like a huge wall… 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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Every #Appalachianspring, I have to share pics of Every #Appalachianspring, I have to share pics of my #tulips🌷my favorite flowers! #flowerstagram #wvauthor #writerlifeā˜•
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 šŸ’™šŸ˜¬ 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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