Andrew Harding-Pitt
@andyhpwrites.bsky.social
Exploring untold centuries through fiction. Aspiring historical fiction author with a passion for Anglo-Saxon England.
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Things are happening and the final steps are coming into view. My debut novel is nearly ready. #booksky #historicalfiction #anglosaxon
November 27, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Things are happening and the final steps are coming into view. My debut novel is nearly ready. #booksky #historicalfiction #anglosaxon
It’s been a while since I’ve posted. I’ve recently received some amazing beta reader feedback from a friend in my writing group. I’m working hard to implement the changes she recommended. I’m closer to my novel being ready for release. Exciting times ahead. #booksky #historicalfiction #anglosaxon
November 6, 2025 at 6:50 PM
It’s been a while since I’ve posted. I’ve recently received some amazing beta reader feedback from a friend in my writing group. I’m working hard to implement the changes she recommended. I’m closer to my novel being ready for release. Exciting times ahead. #booksky #historicalfiction #anglosaxon
At the weekend I finally walked part of Offa’s dyke. Something I’ve wanted to do for a long time. Also visited 4 castles in one day! #history
August 18, 2025 at 12:51 PM
At the weekend I finally walked part of Offa’s dyke. Something I’ve wanted to do for a long time. Also visited 4 castles in one day! #history
I thought I would share my first attempt at poetry. It inspired by my favourite Welsh King. Please be gentle 😅
June 5, 2025 at 2:28 PM
I thought I would share my first attempt at poetry. It inspired by my favourite Welsh King. Please be gentle 😅
I wrote my first ever short story and am delighted it has been been included by TiF on Substack
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A CJ Sansom Event
Listen now | Christopher John Sansom (9 December 1952 – 27 April 2024)
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April 29, 2025 at 4:41 PM
I wrote my first ever short story and am delighted it has been been included by TiF on Substack
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Just a small update on my work: I’ve officially shared my novel with a group of amazing beta readers who kindly volunteered their time and insight. I can’t thank them enough. I suppose it’s time for me to sit, bite my nails, and pace the room for the next couple of months… right? #booksky
April 7, 2025 at 8:10 AM
Just a small update on my work: I’ve officially shared my novel with a group of amazing beta readers who kindly volunteered their time and insight. I can’t thank them enough. I suppose it’s time for me to sit, bite my nails, and pace the room for the next couple of months… right? #booksky
I recently wrote my first prompt piece with my fantastic local writing group and thought I’d share it. Inspired by the real-life Roland le Fartere, who became a very rich man thanks to his talents as a court jester. #historicalfiction #indieauthor #booksky
April 2, 2025 at 5:12 PM
I recently wrote my first prompt piece with my fantastic local writing group and thought I’d share it. Inspired by the real-life Roland le Fartere, who became a very rich man thanks to his talents as a court jester. #historicalfiction #indieauthor #booksky
I’ve been struggling with getting the motivation to edit my novel. How do you motivate yourself? #IndieAuthor #Booksky #HistoricalFiction
March 27, 2025 at 2:01 PM
I’ve been struggling with getting the motivation to edit my novel. How do you motivate yourself? #IndieAuthor #Booksky #HistoricalFiction
I am currently editing my novel to get it ready to send to beta readers. My biggest worry isn’t whether they will like it or not. But whether I have the ability to action the changes they will inevitably suggest. This is my first novel, is this common? #booksky #IndieAuthor #HistoricalFiction
March 10, 2025 at 7:28 PM
I am currently editing my novel to get it ready to send to beta readers. My biggest worry isn’t whether they will like it or not. But whether I have the ability to action the changes they will inevitably suggest. This is my first novel, is this common? #booksky #IndieAuthor #HistoricalFiction
I’ve just posted on Substack about my research and part of my writing journey. If you’re interested to find out click the link below. Thank you! #AngloSaxon #IndieAuthor #booksky substack.com/@ahpwrites/n...
Bringing the 8th Century to Life
My Research Process
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March 7, 2025 at 10:00 PM
I’ve just posted on Substack about my research and part of my writing journey. If you’re interested to find out click the link below. Thank you! #AngloSaxon #IndieAuthor #booksky substack.com/@ahpwrites/n...
I have been toying with the idea of adding a section after the end of my novel, characters fact vs fiction. Is this something you enjoy at the end of historical fiction? I know I enjoy reading the thoughts of the author and facts about the characters. let me know? #booksky #historicalfiction
February 25, 2025 at 10:24 AM
I have been toying with the idea of adding a section after the end of my novel, characters fact vs fiction. Is this something you enjoy at the end of historical fiction? I know I enjoy reading the thoughts of the author and facts about the characters. let me know? #booksky #historicalfiction
I love reading Anglo-Saxon historical fiction, but it’s always born heroes or battle-hardened warriors. My MC, Eadric, isn’t that—he’s the son of an ealdorman, unprepared for war. He’s morally ambiguous, but not in the same way as Uhtred(Last Kingdom) your thoughts?. #historicalfiction #booksky
February 10, 2025 at 12:26 PM
I love reading Anglo-Saxon historical fiction, but it’s always born heroes or battle-hardened warriors. My MC, Eadric, isn’t that—he’s the son of an ealdorman, unprepared for war. He’s morally ambiguous, but not in the same way as Uhtred(Last Kingdom) your thoughts?. #historicalfiction #booksky
Thought I would share a brief excerpt from my novel. I’m hoping to self publish this year.
For context My main character Eadric and his companions have just escaped a deadly encounter, this situation reminds him of a peril they faced earlier in the book.
#booksky #historicalfiction #indieauthor
For context My main character Eadric and his companions have just escaped a deadly encounter, this situation reminds him of a peril they faced earlier in the book.
#booksky #historicalfiction #indieauthor
February 9, 2025 at 11:34 AM
Thought I would share a brief excerpt from my novel. I’m hoping to self publish this year.
For context My main character Eadric and his companions have just escaped a deadly encounter, this situation reminds him of a peril they faced earlier in the book.
#booksky #historicalfiction #indieauthor
For context My main character Eadric and his companions have just escaped a deadly encounter, this situation reminds him of a peril they faced earlier in the book.
#booksky #historicalfiction #indieauthor
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January 13, 2025 at 8:13 PM
What’s your favourite part of history people don’t talk about? substack.com/@ahpwrites/n... #history #anglosaxon #Booksky #HistoricalFiction
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January 8, 2025 at 6:40 PM
What’s your favourite part of history people don’t talk about? substack.com/@ahpwrites/n... #history #anglosaxon #Booksky #HistoricalFiction
I started looking into self publishing. It’s so overwhelming! If anyone can point me in the right direction for a simplified guide that would be extremely grateful. #Booksky #historicalfiction
January 3, 2025 at 12:13 PM
I started looking into self publishing. It’s so overwhelming! If anyone can point me in the right direction for a simplified guide that would be extremely grateful. #Booksky #historicalfiction
Recently received some feedback on one of my chapters from my writing group. Incredibly helpful and can only recommend finding like minded people to help you grow as a writer. #Booksky #historicalfiction
December 29, 2024 at 6:51 PM
Recently received some feedback on one of my chapters from my writing group. Incredibly helpful and can only recommend finding like minded people to help you grow as a writer. #Booksky #historicalfiction
This line from the Anglo Saxon chronicles inspired me. Cynewulf often fought great battles against the Britons, and he held his kingdom with great effort and courage until he was deprived of it. Cynewulf ruled from 757-786 AD. Yet we know so little. #historicalfiction #anglosaxon #Booksky
December 24, 2024 at 11:30 AM
This line from the Anglo Saxon chronicles inspired me. Cynewulf often fought great battles against the Britons, and he held his kingdom with great effort and courage until he was deprived of it. Cynewulf ruled from 757-786 AD. Yet we know so little. #historicalfiction #anglosaxon #Booksky
My novel is set in Wessex 18 years prior to the first Viking raid at lindisfarne. I wanted to explore the dynamics between the Saxons, the Britons and the Welsh. #Booksky #anglosaxons #historicalfiction
December 23, 2024 at 11:45 AM
My novel is set in Wessex 18 years prior to the first Viking raid at lindisfarne. I wanted to explore the dynamics between the Saxons, the Britons and the Welsh. #Booksky #anglosaxons #historicalfiction
In June 2023, I lost my job and became a stay-at-home father. During that time, a small idea for a story began to grow, inspired by my passion for the lesser-known centuries of Anglo-Saxon England. By November, that idea became my debut historical fiction novel’s first draft. #Booksky #Anglosaxon
December 21, 2024 at 10:42 AM
In June 2023, I lost my job and became a stay-at-home father. During that time, a small idea for a story began to grow, inspired by my passion for the lesser-known centuries of Anglo-Saxon England. By November, that idea became my debut historical fiction novel’s first draft. #Booksky #Anglosaxon