By Willow Hewett
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A Note From The Author –
Please, please buy my books. I swear, every page is soaked in blood, sweat, and tears—mostly from staying up until midnight fueled by a suspiciously large amount of coffee, with hair that looks like it lost a fight, and laughter so manic it probably scared the neighbours.
I’ve been busy conjuring ghosts and ghouls, sobbing quietly into pillows so as not to wake the kids, and juggling genres like a literary circus act. Horror, crime, young adult, fantasy, even children’s picture books — all lovingly crafted by my utterly exhausted, overworked brain.
Are these books worth reading? Heck yes! Unless you enjoy boring, peaceful nights and good sleep, in which case… maybe don’t. But for everyone else, there’s a genre here with your name on it.
Past My Time- The Witch’s Curse
Book one of the YA fantasy series.
She’s running away…she’s hunting her down.
The year is 1840. Eighteen-year-old Mary is being hunted down by a decomposing witch named Elizabeth while trying to find her parents. Confused and scared, with Elizabeth not far behind, Mary meets Captain Miles who had known her parents and agrees to help find them. Thrown into a world of magic and monsters, Mary will follow in her parents footsteps to try and defeat the witch. Yet the past is dark and everyone holds secrets. Who can be trusted?
Mary must fit the puzzle pieces together before it’s too late.
First Edition – Sold Out
Cover designed by Tilt House (Artist Loui Hewett) @lnrhewett (instagram)
Past My Time The Witch’s Curse – Winner Of 8 International Book Awards
Special Edition On Sale Now
Cover designed by Tilt House Studios (Artist Loui Hewett) @lnrhewett (instagram)
Will Mary claim her man, or will Elizabeth beat her to it?
Past My Time The Witch’s Cult (Book 2)
The witch is dead…isn’t she?
Mary’s situation is fraught with danger and uncertainty. With Elizabeth’s cult still active and powerful allies working to resurrect her, Mary must tread carefully and rely on her instincts to discern friend from foe. Felicity’s sudden appearance and interest in Miles only add to the problem, leaving Mary questioning her motives and potential connection to Elizabeth.
To thwart the cult’s efforts and protect her loved ones, Mary must gather allies she can trust. She may need to delve into the shadows of Elizabeth’s past to uncover hidden vulnerabilities within the cult’s network. With courage, resourcefulness, and perhaps a bit of luck, Mary could disrupt their plans and prevent Elizabeth’s return.
However, the presence of Felicity trying to steal her man introduces another complication. Mary must remain vigilant and keep Miles safe. If Felicity is indeed aligned with the cult or has ulterior motives, Mary will need to confront her and outmaneuver her schemes.
In this high-stakes game of cat and mouse, Mary’s determination and cunning will be tested like never before. She must navigate a treacherous landscape of deception to safeguard those she holds dear.
The Wishy-Washy, Curly-Wurly Dragon- The Tale Of The Lost Teeth
Children’s Picture Book.
Its Embarrassing!
The Wishy-Washy, Curly-Wurly Dragon is somewhat different than other dragons. But he has a BIG secret he won’t share with anyone! One day he loses the one thing he’s most embarrassed about, and must race against time to find it before anyone else does.
But when he can’t find it on his own, he must ask for help.
Fun rhymes and colorful illustrations make this book about our differences a great learning experience for all ages.
Ages 6-9, Grades K-3, 36 pages
Paperback ISBN: 978-1-944644-50-5
E-book: 978-1-944644-51-2
StoriesThatSpook
Short stories based on horror, thriller, and suspense.
The Taranock
The old house at the end of the street has a dark history. For centuries, locals have talked of strange events and disappearances within its walls. Wild tales have been woven into folklore, told at night to scare children.
For Arthur and Amelia, the house was a bargain, in need of some repair but big enough for their growing family.
They hadn’t heard the rumours. They didn’t know about the people vanishing. They had no idea that moving to this quaint little English town might not be the fresh start they were hoping for.
Something has been disturbed. Something waits, trapped in the shadows, craving the souls of the unwary.
Tick tock. Tick tock. Beware the thirteen on the clock
Cover designed by Tilt House Studios (Artist Loui Hewett) @lnrhewett (instagram)
Chamberlain Street
In the grimy streets of 18th century Bristol, a brutal murder has shaken the city to its core. Detective Acker is on the case, determined to uncover the truth behind the slaying of Lady Penelope, a noblewoman found dead in an alleyway. As fear and whispers of Jack the Ripper’s return spread like wildfire, Acker is thrust into a web of lies, secrets, and scandal that threatens not only his career, but the very fabric of the police force.
With every suspect hiding something, Acker races against time to expose the killer. The investigation takes a shocking turn when Acker uncovers Lady Penelope’s darkest secret—a love child given away at birth. The deeper he digs into her life, the clearer it becomes why someone wanted her silenced.
But when the truth hits close to home and Acker’s wife accidentally stumbles upon the murderer, the case explodes into a frantic race to stop him before more lives are lost. Will Acker bring the killer to justice, or will the secrets of the past tear his world apart?
Twists, betrayals, and a killer lurking in the shadows—The Bristol Murders will keep you guessing until the very last page.
Testimonial- I love reading your stories!
— Megan Townley
Testimonial- Interesting reads!
– Wayland Hewett
Testimonial- Your manuscript was brought to our attention at the latest Editorial Board meeting when we discussed the potential of its publication. Having read all the reports and taken note of the Editors’ opinions we can confidently state that your work was found to be a most charming and entertaining read. The amusing story lulls readers with delightful rhyming elements and vibrant characters. The Board was keen to comment on the friendly characters, particularly the lovable dragon, that will increase appeal for the young reader. It is well suited to its intended age group with a strong message of friendship and accepting people for who they are.
— Publishing Company
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