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New post is up on my newsletter, if you fancy a read 😉: open.substack.com/pub/authoras... #WritingCommunity #WriteSky #BookSky #indieauthor #debutauthor #author #books #publishing

Was recently a highlighted indie author in a BookTuber's video! Here is the link if you'd like to check it out: youtu.be/U9ZLEhkWg9c?... (my highlight begins at 1:08:58, but I'd highly recommend this channel if you're in the mood for some bookish tea 😉). #indieauthor #BookSky #WritingCommunity

To date, 50 copies of my book have officially been sold! Crazy to think that my story is in the hands of at least 50 different humans 😳 #WritingCommunity #indieauthor #debutnovella #writer #author #BookSky #WriteSky

"Even the strongest family tree is no match for soil that has turned sour." In the House of Rosewood releases today! Visit my Linktree at linktr.ee/authorashley... if you'd like to learn more! #WritingCommunity #VictorianGothic #thrillerbooks #indieauthor #BookSky #WriteSky #releaseday ⚡📚💙

Me when I realized that my book releases in 10 days: #WritingCommunity #writer #author #WriteSky #BookSky

Psst...new newsletter post is up: open.substack.com/pub/authoras... #WritingCommunity #author #writer #authornewsletter #booktok #reflection #BookSky #WriteSky

For those who may want a sneak peek at my upcoming novella 😉 #WritingCommunity #Booksky #WriteSky #author #writer #bookpreview

That moment when you witness two people discussing your book and realize that they got out of it exactly what you'd hoped they would 🥹 #indieauthor #author #WritingCommunity #writer #books #BookSky #WriteSky

2nd newsletter post is officially up on my Substack! In this edition, I talk a little bit about why I write. Feel free to check it out here: authorashleyhawley.substack.com/p/the-immort... #authornewsletter #newsletter #WritingCommunity #writer #author

Trying to get a little more active on socials as I await the release of my book. Can any fellow #WritingCommunity members recommend a good writing chat or challenge that's going on right now? Bonus points if it's for thrillers or Gothic fiction 😉 #writingchallenge #writingchat #WriteSky #BookSky

How it feels trying to market my book right now 😅 Any other #WritingCommunity members feeling this way? #WriteSky #writer #author #indieauthor #bookmarketing

Finally launched my author newsletter on Substack! If you fancy, check out the first post here: authorashleyhawley.substack.com/p/echoing-in... #authornewsletter #newsletter #WritingCommunity #substack #author #writer

Even the strongest family tree is no match for soil that has turned sour. Don't miss your chance to get in on the pre-order campaign for my debut novella: forms.gle/oGEckbL3Ex2n... Visit ashleyhawley.com for more info! ⚡📚💙 #preorder #BookSky #WriteSky #VictorianGothic #supportindieauthors

Hello, #WritingCommunity! Now that pre-orders are alive and well for Book One in my series, I am already setting my sights on Book Two. Notes and an (incredibly rough) outline were worked on just this morning. Can't wait to see where this one ends up! #writing #series #VictorianGothic #thrillers

No better mail than book mail! My first batch of author copies for In the House of Rosewood came in today! Now to sign them for family, friends, & beta readers 💖 (Psst, pre-orders are available now. See my pinned post for details 😉) #WritingCommunity #authorcopies #author #WriteSky #BookSky

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This just in: For those who may have already pre-ordered my book (or those who are on the fence), I just posted some info about my new pre-order campaign over on my Facebook page. Click here to check it out!: www.facebook.com/share/p/163w... ⚡📚💙 #WritingCommunity #Booksky #WriteSky #indieauthor

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If you've been following me lately, you've probably seen a post (or 12) about my debut novella (on pre-order now 😉). However, you may still be wondering what to expect from the story! To give you a taste, here's the official synopsis: #WritingCommunity #BookSky #VictorianGothic #thrillerbooks

In the House of Rosewood and I are now both #Goodreads official! www.goodreads.com/author/show/... (Also, paperback pre-orders are finally up at books2read.com/inthehouseof... 😉) More to come! #WritingCommunity #books #author #writer #indiepublishing #indieauthor #selfpublishing

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🚨ANNOUNCEMENT🚨 If you or someone you know likes #VictorianGothic #thrillerbooks, I have great news: Pre-orders for In the House of Rosewood are now available! Click/share this link to secure an ebook for release on 9/1 (print links & other treats coming soon): books2read.com/inthehouseof...

Before marketing for my book kicks into high gear, I'm heading to Indy this weekend for some #horror fun at #daysofthedead! Hope everyone has a safe and happy #Fridaythe13th 🖤 #horrormovies #horrorconvention

Quoting so I can add more hashtags and get more eyes on this!: #WritingCommunity #author #gothic #thrillerbooks #writer #indiepublishing #selfpublishing #books

With pre-orders for In the House of Rosewood just around the corner, I am calling on fellow readers to share in this quick poll what pre-order incentives are most appealing when offered by a debut author: forms.gle/oaMs83ESynop... Any and all responses welcome! #BookSky #WriteSky #debutauthor

Me: Spends three years living in the world of my story, drafting, meticulously editing, and finally putting together the book I've always wanted to publish. Literally anyone: So what's your book about? Me: #WritingCommunity #writer #author #WriteSky #BookSky

Hello #WritingCommunity, While I was busy at my 9-5, my proof finally arrived! Other than a couple of minor tweaks, I am absolutely in love with it. Holding a book with my name on it is so surreal and I can't wait for everyone to meet my twisted little family! #writer #author #BookSky #WriteSky

As I gear up for publication of my first book, I have finally activated my author Instagram account! Give it a follow if you fancy: www.instagram.com/authorashley... And if you happen to know folks who enjoy #VictorianGothic #thrillerbooks, send them my way! #WritingCommunity #WriteSky #BookSky

#writingcommunity #horrorcommunity #horror #iamwriting #booksky #blacksky #hbcus #cheyneyproud

Some exciting news over here today! I have officially ordered my print proof for In the House of Rosewood and finalized my author website (ashleyhawley.com). Now to just wait (impatiently, of course) for the proof to come in the mail! #WritingCommunity #WriteSky #BookSky #author #writer

Show us your writing process in a GIF #WritingCommunity

Question for all #BookSky readers of #thrillers and #Gothic stories: What keywords do you/would you utilize to find books in your genre of interest? #WritingCommunity #writer #author #WriteSky

Haven't been super active on here as of late, but got a lot of things brewing behind the scenes. Hoping to have updates soon (perhaps of the new website and pre-order variety? 😉) #WritingCommunity #writer #author #BookSky #WriteSky #indiepublishing

#pretendpanel #WritingCommunity #Writers #Authors #WritingPrompts Why is this scene from #FamilyGuy the first thing that pops into my head when asked this question?: youtu.be/X1rT4bksFHo?...

My book had its half birthday recently! If you're a fan of #dragons and post-apocalyptic settings, this might be of interest to you! Readers have compared it to The Last of Us, Horizon Zero Dawn, and The Hunger Games, as well as Eragon and The 100. ⚙️🐲🐞⏳🏹🌆 #Booksky #SpecFic #IndieAuthor 💙📖✍️📚📘

Between finalizing pieces for publishing my book, brewing ideas for another book, and getting back into reading with yet ANOTHER book, there aren't enough hours in the day for all the bookish things I want to get done. Anyone else feel this? #WritingCommunity #writer #reading

Just received this very exciting email! Publication is so close I can taste it 🖤 #WritingCommunity #writer #author #indieauthor #indiepublishing

Happy Easter! Spent this holiday morning finally completing a couple of nitty-gritty details for my book (assigning ISBNs and applying for an LCCN). Next up: Working on my website and finalizing release dates! #WriteSky #WritingCommunity #indieauthor #writer #indiepublishing

I think I just found my dream home. If this author gig ever takes off, I'm telling you!: www.coasttocoastam.com/article/haun... #WritingCommunity #Massachusetts #hauntedhouse #dreamhome

#WIPSnips I couldn't not post something today, since it includes a pet name of one of my characters! #WritingCommunity #WriteSky #WritingPrompts

#writinglifemonthly While I do technically write for a living, my grant requests aren't nearly as exciting as my stories. Creative Writing is definitely a passion project now, but I wouldn't be opposed to it becoming something more in the future! #WritingCommunity #WriteSky

#WIPSnips Sharing another excerpt from In the House of Rosewood 🖤 #WriteSky #WritingPrompts #WritingCommunity

Question for my fellow #WritingCommunity members and #BookSky: I have started doing a bit of research on pricing for my novella, but would also love to hear from you: What is the highest price you'd pay for an author's debut novella (ebook and print)? #author #writer #bookpricing #novella

🖤COVER REVEAL🖤 To celebrate 100 followers on Bluesky, I am making good on my promise and officially revealing the cover for my upcoming novella, In the House of Rosewood! More to come as we near publication, so keep it here 😉 #WritingCommunity #BookSky #coverreveal #writer #author #WriteSky

Only 5 more followers until my cover reveal for In the House of Rosewood! Formatting for the interior is going well (thanks #Atticus). Getting even more obsessed with my book now that it's getting closer to becoming a reality 🖤 #WritingCommunity #writer #indieauthor

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If the self-publishing process has taught me anything so far, it's to appreciate those who have come before me. There is so much that goes into every step of this process, and I am truly in awe of our community 💖 #WritingCommunity #writer #author #selfpublishing #WriteSky

#WIPSnips #WritingCommunity #WriteSky #WritingPrompts

Reviewed some manuscript edits, and now eating some apple fritters and watching Kill Counts. It's all about balance. #WritingCommunity #writer #author #selfcareSunday #horror