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Heather Walrath | Historical Fiction Author
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Author of THE DIVA'S DAUGHTER (Order @ heatherwalrath.com/books / The Book Guild / November 2025). ✍️ Proud mom. 👧🏻 Opera & arts aficionado. 🎭 History lover. 📚 Baseball fan. ⚾️ MPS in publishing. 🎓 #WritingCommunity
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Heather Walrath | Historical Fiction Author @heatherwalrath.bsky.social · Apr 19
Lights, camera, read! THE DIVA’S DAUGHTER will premiere in paperback and e-book on November 28. #PosterPit #PosterPitP #A #HF
Can the power of one singer’s voice rise above evil? The Diva’s Daughter. Premiering November 28. Produced by Heather Walrath / The Book Guild. 1930s Munich & Vienna. Glittering grand opera. Sound of Music vibes. Heart, hope & resilience. Background image depicts rose petals on top of piano keys.
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Remembrance Day #neverforget
November 11, 2025 at 12:38 PM
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I’m kicking off the week by catching up on all of the latest amazing historical reads to add to my TBR list! 🤩 And keep your eyes peeled for my HNS author interview, coming out in early December. ✍️

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November 10, 2025 at 7:08 PM
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Happy Saturday! What did you get accomplished this week?? Celebrate yourself and congratulate fellow writers! #FiFRevPit #writingcommunity #writersky #writersofbluesky
#FiF RevPit Share Your Weekly Wins!
November 8, 2025 at 4:34 PM
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The best writing view in the house, with fall fabulosity on full display! 🍂🍁😊

#authorlife #autumn #fall #nature #writing #writingcommunity
November 7, 2025 at 8:50 PM
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Coming soon on #blogtour with The Coffee Pot Book Club:

💫The Diva's Daughter by Heather Walrath💫

Discover an intriguing tale of a young singer's pursuit of her dream in the 1930s!

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#HistoricalFiction #HistoricalRomance
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November 7, 2025 at 10:37 AM
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A heartfelt thank you to @maryanneyarde.bsky.social for shining a spotlight on THE DIVA’S DAUGHTER today! 🤩 And many thanks to everyone who has ordered a paperback or e-book copy. ❤️ Your support means so much!

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November 3, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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❀༻𝑩𝒐𝒐𝒌𝒔 𝑾𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒉 𝑹𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈༺❀

✦ * . * A Virtuoso in America:
A Holocaust Story: Book Two, Adrian
By Fred Raymond Goldman * . * ✦

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#HistoricalFiction #mustread #BookSpotlight 💙📚
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November 3, 2025 at 10:10 AM
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❀༻𝑩𝒐𝒐𝒌𝒔 𝑾𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒉 𝑹𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈༺❀
Pre-order your copy today.

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✮ ( ¸.•´✶ The Diva's Daughter
By Heather Walrath *´¨✫)

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#HistoricalFiction #mustread #BookSpotlight 💙📚
November 3, 2025 at 10:29 AM
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I’m on the mend from laryngitis just as fall takes full, beautiful effect here in the DC suburbs. 🍂 The one-month DIVA’S DAUGHTER countdown has also officially begun!

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October 29, 2025 at 4:25 PM
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When you’re laid up with laryngitis, but have at least got your sweet little bestie by your side… 🐱 Flashes of fall colors visible out the window, too! 🍁

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October 27, 2025 at 1:52 PM
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In honor of World Opera Day & next month's release of my opera-themed novel THE DIVA'S DAUGHTER, I'm throwing it back to one of my amazing behind-the-scenes costume studio tours!

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October 25, 2025 at 7:27 PM
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Working on your query letter? Conciseness is key: #amquerying #writersky #writersofbluesky #10Queries
"Try to keep your query letter between 250 and 350 words. That's the sweet spot!" Allison Alexander. Querying Tips from RevPit Editors
October 21, 2025 at 1:51 PM
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Who's ready to unbox The Diva's Daughter with me? 🤩 Pre-orders will be going out soon, and I just can't wait to share this story with you all!

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October 22, 2025 at 2:06 PM
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When you’re going away for a long weekend, and your little bestie wants in on the action… 😻 We know she’ll be in excellent hands thanks to my mom!

#caturday #cats #cat #authorlife #catlover
October 18, 2025 at 3:06 PM
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Angelika wants to become an opera singer and carry forth her famous mother’s legacy, while Elsa aspires to become a successful baker. #momswritersclub
October 16, 2025 at 1:42 AM
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Q. 4 #momswritersclub What is your MC's dream job (job can be defined loosely depending on setting and era).
October 16, 2025 at 1:23 AM
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My two MCs couldn’t dress more differently! Angelika can be found donning exquisite costumes and chic gowns, while Elsa sports a stained apron and messy kerchief as she’s whipping up sweets. #momswritersclub
October 16, 2025 at 1:24 AM
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Q. 2 #momswritersclub Clothes can say a lot about a person. What does your MC's wardrobe look like?
October 16, 2025 at 1:12 AM
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Sugar, spice and a bootlegging vice? 🍻 I can't wait to start pitching the delectably romantic and mysterious Prohibition-era book I've been whipping up! 🍰

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October 14, 2025 at 9:56 PM
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My happy Miss Molly, sneaking in a little climbing time for #caturday! 😻

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October 11, 2025 at 8:17 PM
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A young aspiring singer in 1930s Europe fights to achieve her operatic dreams while confronting personal loss, political pressure, and the secrets of her famous mother's past. Can she ultimately risk everything to stand against the rise of Nazism?

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October 9, 2025 at 5:16 PM
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When you just can’t decide whether or not to add an epilogue… 😂

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October 8, 2025 at 5:35 PM
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#DVpit 2025 has officially begun!
Today, Oct 8, 2025 from 8AM-8PM ET marginalized creators seeking out representation can pitch their completed manuscripts & portfolios to participating Agents & Editors!
Don't forget to use #DVpit in your posts!
Pls read rules before participating: dvpit.carrd.co
#DVPit Rules -#DVpit (Diverse Voices Pitch) is a Bluesky event for marginalized creators that have been historically underrepresented in publishing to pitch their work to agents & editors -Post your pitch on Bluesky on Wednesday, Oct 8, 2025 between 8AM ET - 8PM ET -Only post once per hour (6 max pitches per project) -Must have a polished, query ready manuscript or art portfolio. -Pitch must include the #DVpit hashtag (illustrators pitching their art must use the #DVArt hashtag) -A like from an agent = a query request -A repost from an editor = interest in submission once you've signed with an agent -A like from an editor = editor who takes unagented submissions -Please do not like or repost a pitch if you are not an agent or an editor. Support other creators by replying to their pitch or quote-reposting their pitches -Visit dvpit.carrd.co for more detailed guidelines.
October 8, 2025 at 12:03 PM
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A lovely blanket of clouds and “sun dog” rainbow make for the perfect #mondaymotivation! 🌈 Shine on, everyone! #authorlife #nature #writingcommunity
October 6, 2025 at 5:13 PM
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#PlotTober Day 6: Main character goals

Answer the prompt on the card by quoting this post. Remember, answering a prompt is always optional. Even if you don't share it publicly, I hope the prompt encourages you to think about it privately.

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#PlotTober - a WIP plotting game by @gunsmile.bsky.social 6. Main characters are driven by actionable goals, but not every goal is created equal. For your MC, they should be specific, tangible, personal, achievable, and urgent. Can you think of some goals for your MC that meet this criteria? Remember: Use the #PlotTober hashtag, engage with others, and have fun!
October 6, 2025 at 4:00 AM