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Penny Haw @pennyhaw.bsky.social · 19h

It's just five months to publication of THE WOMAN AND HER STARS, which is historical fiction about 18th century astronomer, Caroline Herschel. See the link to pre-order or add to your wish list in my bio.

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Penny Haw @pennyhaw.bsky.social · 7d

Caroline Herschel became the world's first salaried woman astronomer in 1787. THE WOMAN AND HER STARS follows Caroline's journey from servant in Hanover, to celebrated soprano in Bath to distinguished scientist. Interested? Enter the Goodreads giveaway by Oct 31. www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sho...

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Penny Haw @pennyhaw.bsky.social · 7d

Caroline Herschel became the world's first salaried woman astronomer in 1787. THE WOMAN AND HER STARS follows Caroline's journey from servant in Hanover, to celebrated soprano in Bath to distinguished scientist. Interested? Enter the Goodreads giveaway by Oct 31. www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sho...

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Penny Haw @pennyhaw.bsky.social · 15d

Don’t miss this opportunity!

Penny Haw @pennyhaw.bsky.social · Oct 1

Goodreads giveaway alert!

10 copies of THE WOMAN AND HER STARS are up for grabs.
The offer ends on October 31.

Enter here: www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sho...

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Penny Haw @pennyhaw.bsky.social · 15d

Don’t miss this opportunity!

Penny Haw @pennyhaw.bsky.social · Oct 1

Goodreads giveaway alert!

10 copies of THE WOMAN AND HER STARS are up for grabs.
The offer ends on October 31.

Enter here: www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sho...

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Penny Haw @pennyhaw.bsky.social · Oct 1

Goodreads giveaway alert!

10 copies of THE WOMAN AND HER STARS are up for grabs.
The offer ends on October 31.

Enter here: www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sho...

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Penny Haw @pennyhaw.bsky.social · 25d

Particularly when they end their message with "I’d love to ask, what first inspired you to..."

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Penny Haw @pennyhaw.bsky.social · 27d

Read this, read that; the choices are overwhelming, but @lisamarks.bsky.social 's 'Your Monday Mote' is one you shouldn't miss. open.substack.com/pub/lisamark...

Your Monday mote

The superpower of community

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Penny Haw @pennyhaw.bsky.social · Oct 1

Goodreads giveaway alert!

10 copies of THE WOMAN AND HER STARS are up for grabs.
The offer ends on October 31.

Enter here: www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sho...

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Karavan Press @karavanpress.bsky.social · Sep 20

Happiness is ... Liberty Books with Christy, @pennyhaw.bsky.social & @gailgil.bsky.social! ❤️

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Penny Haw @pennyhaw.bsky.social · Aug 9

Writing biographical fiction has opened my eyes to how many other women have done amazing things we’ll never know because they weren’t written about alongside the history of their fathers, brothers, and husbands. Anonymous, but we applaud and thank you nonetheless.

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Penny Haw @pennyhaw.bsky.social · Aug 25

Hankering after more Gilded Age? You might enjoy The Woman at the Wheel.

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Penny Haw @pennyhaw.bsky.social · Sep 3

PRE-ORDER SALE!

For a limited time, Barnes & Noble is offering 25% off all pre-orders for readers with a (free) B&N Rewards account. Now is the perfect time to pre-order THE WOMAN AND HER STARS.

Use the code PREORDER25 at checkout.

www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-woman-...

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Penny Haw @pennyhaw.bsky.social · Aug 25

Hankering after more Gilded Age? You might enjoy The Woman at the Wheel.

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Penny Haw @pennyhaw.bsky.social · Aug 9

Writing biographical fiction has opened my eyes to how many other women have done amazing things we’ll never know because they weren’t written about alongside the history of their fathers, brothers, and husbands. Anonymous, but we applaud and thank you nonetheless.

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Penny Haw @pennyhaw.bsky.social · Aug 8

If you're looking for some weekend reading inspiration and you loved watching Out of Africa, you might enjoy Follow Me to Africa.

There's more information on the book in the link in my bio.

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Penny Haw @pennyhaw.bsky.social · Aug 7

Today, four years ago.

"...this book is no fluff ball." It's one of the most memorable reviews of The Wilderness Between Us, which went on to win the 2022 WFWA Star Award.

Read more about the book here tinyurl.com/39mbfy62

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Karavan Press @karavanpress.bsky.social · Aug 7

We are delighted to announce that the SA Book Awards 2025 Adult Fiction Shortlist includes 'The Bitterness of Olives' by Andrew Brown! Congratulations, Andrew, and all other shortlisted authors!
karavanpress.com/2025/08/07/s...

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Joanne Harris @joannechocolat.bsky.social · Aug 4

Unsolicited Writing Advice, no: 76783.9999: PROMOTION. Trad published authors can usually rely on some promotion from their publishers. However, you shouldn't rely on this: publicists are often overworked and underpaid, and don't have time to think up brilliant ideas for all their authors.

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Jane Friedman @janefriedman.com · Jul 31

“Who, among your characters, are real? Did you have to disguise them?”

“Have people recognized themselves in your book? If so, how did they react?”

Books might be marketed as fiction, but it’s the truth and possibility thereof that intrigues people.

Insight from novelist @pennyhaw.bsky.social

Readers Are Fascinated by Truth in Fiction—and It Matters | Jane Friedman

Books might be marketed as fiction, but it’s the truth and possibility thereof that intrigues us and offers understanding and connection.

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Penny Haw @pennyhaw.bsky.social · Jul 31

Thank you, Bookbub for including FOLLOW ME TO AFRICA as one of your “brightest and best biographical fiction books” for 2025.

The photograph shows 22-year-old Mary and Louis Leakey at Olduvai Gorge in 1935 when she first followed him to Africa.

See full list here: www.bookbub.com/blog/biograp...

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Penny Haw @pennyhaw.bsky.social · Jul 24

I've received some lovely messages from readers about The Invincible Miss Cust, including a graphic reminding me of the similarities between the book and the series, All Creatures Great & Small. Thank you! It's no coincidence that I grew up reading James Herriot books and dreaming of being a vet.

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Penny Haw @pennyhaw.bsky.social · Jul 22

The Invincible Miss Cust was released almost three years ago. Today I was invited to talk to a book club about it and was reminded what an incredible story it is. Thank you for living such an inspiring life, Aleen Cust.

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Penny Haw @pennyhaw.bsky.social · Jul 15

The publisher of the audiobook of The Woman at the Wheel, Recorded Books is currently discounting it at 50%. Bertha Benz’s story is beautifully narrated by award-winning narrator, actor and author, Caroline Hewitt. Don’t miss the opportunity!

www.audiobooks.com/promotions/p...

50% OFF The Woman at the Wheel

'Unfortunately, only a girl again.' From a young age, Cäcilie Bertha Ringer is fascinated by her father’s work as a master builder in Pforzheim, Germany. But those five words, wh...

www.audiobooks.com

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Penny Haw @pennyhaw.bsky.social · Jul 10

If you'd like to benefit from preordering THE WOMAN AND HER STARS, here's your chance!

If you have a B&N Rewards or B&N Premium Membership you can save 25% when you pre-order! Rewards membership is free. The offer is until tomorrow only. Use the code PREORDER25 at checkout.

The link is in my bio!