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Ashley Hawley
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She/her. Writer, horror fan, Halloween & fall enthusiast. My 🖤 lives in Salem, MA. Order In the House of Rosewood today--🔗 below!

https://linktr.ee/authorashleyhawley
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New holiday-themed post is up on my Substack! This one gets a little festive and a little personal.

Link to my Substack newsletter is at the Linktree in my bio!

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November 22, 2025 at 1:16 PM
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🎃 Happy Halloween! 🎃

Thank you to everyone who has shared & purchased a copy of my debut novella, In the House of Rosewood!

If you loved it, don't let it get lost in the darkness; pop over to your retailer &/or Goodreads and leave a review!

#WritingCommunity #BookSky #WriteSky #thrillers
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October 31, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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Drop an old person you're gonna turn into in the future
October 22, 2025 at 1:33 AM
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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
October 12, 2025 at 3:44 AM
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"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 ⚡📚💙
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September 1, 2025 at 12:29 PM
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For those who may want a sneak peek at my upcoming novella 😉

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August 13, 2025 at 10:29 PM
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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!

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#preorder #BookSky #WriteSky #VictorianGothic #supportindieauthors
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July 3, 2025 at 4:35 PM
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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 😉)

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June 25, 2025 at 12:11 AM
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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...

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June 23, 2025 at 1:24 PM
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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:

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A dark, bloodstained background with gray and white text that reads as follows: Deston Manor holds an isolated existence for anyone unfortunate enough to call it home. A ward to August, her uncle and current earl of the Rosewood family, fifteen-year-old Hestia finds solace only in books and conversations with members of the manor’s small staff, who seem to know something she doesn’t. Forbidden from certain rooms and floors of the manor, she longs to know if these spaces hide answers regarding the fate that took her parents’ lives when she was just a child. When August leaves on business, he employs a new governess, Ms. Priscilla Evans, to hold academic lessons and keep Hestia busy while he is away. However, after Ms. Evans has a particularly revealing sleepwalking episode and displays noticeably odd behavior, Hestia wonders if she may hold the key to unlocking her longest-held questions. Enlisting the assistance of Ezekiel Miller, the gardener’s son, Hestia embarks on an investigation that will uncover more than she ever imagined. Only then will she learn that even the strongest family tree is no match for soil that has turned sour. In the House of Rosewood
June 21, 2025 at 3:53 AM
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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...
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June 15, 2025 at 1:15 PM
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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
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June 5, 2025 at 8:24 PM
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Just received this very exciting email! Publication is so close I can taste it 🖤

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April 22, 2025 at 10:29 PM
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#WIPSnips I couldn't not post something today, since it includes a pet name of one of my characters!

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April 17, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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#WIPSnips Sharing another excerpt from In the House of Rosewood 🖤

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White text on a black background that reads as follows: Hestia immediately noticed a change in his countenance. His face was extremely pale, and his brow was furrowed. His gray eyes locked onto Hestia’s own and refused to let go, as if doing so would mean an end to his life. He found something. A sudden chill ran up her spine as she looked at the poor gardener’s boy. She took a deep breath. “What did you find?” The word "chill" is highlighted in green.
April 14, 2025 at 12:48 PM
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🖤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 😉

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April 9, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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White text on a black background. The text reads as follows: As the two neared the dining room, Hestia could not seem to shake a feeling of unease that gripped at the edges of her mind. Jessamine seemed a bit too excited about such a simple affair as supper, and it wasn’t until she paid attention that Hestia sensed an odd and sudden shift in the energy of the manor. Whether a trick of her mind or not, the feeling followed her as the pair entered the dining room’s threshold.
April 1, 2025 at 12:49 PM
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White text on a black background. The text reads as follows: “If I didn’t know any better, I’d say you’re trying to get rid of me, dearie,” Jessamine replied. Hestia’s eyes widened in mock surprise, though a hint of truth lay beneath. “Now why on earth would I want to be rid of you, Jessamine? I just know that gardening has always been a passion of yours and that you deserve to have your wonderful ideas known.” Jessamine eyed Hestia suspiciously. The latter masked her unease with a simple smile.
March 23, 2025 at 4:46 PM
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March 9, 2025 at 6:42 PM
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Another truly top-tier Salem tea I've been enjoying lately. Until I have more writing/editing updates, I fear this account may turn into just a massive tea review 😅

You can snag this one at VampFangs, FYI!

#tea #salemmassachusetts #salem #writer #WritingCommunity
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October 17, 2024 at 1:00 PM
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Embraced my inner Victorian Gothic with this new tea cup and saucer set I found at the state fair this weekend. It may just have to make an appearance in future author photos 😉

#tea #tealover #teafan #victorian #gothic #author #authorsandbooks #authors&writing
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August 4, 2024 at 5:28 PM
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The challenge is to choose 20 books that greatly influenced you. One book per day, for 20 days. No explanations, no reviews. Just covers. 19/20 & 20/20 #booksky
June 17, 2024 at 2:39 PM
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The challenge is to choose 20 books that greatly influenced you. One book per day, for 20 days. No explanations, no reviews. Just covers. 18/20 #booksky
June 15, 2024 at 1:32 PM
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The challenge is to choose 20 books that greatly influenced you. One book per day, for 20 days. No explanations, no reviews. Just covers. 17/20 #booksky
June 15, 2024 at 1:14 AM
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The challenge is to choose 20 books that greatly influenced you. One book per day, for 20 days. No explanations, no reviews. Just covers. 16/20 #booksky
June 13, 2024 at 4:42 PM