Catherine Balavage Yardley
@catherineby.bsky.social
Author of Ember and Where The Light is Hottest. Freelance writer. Editor-in-chief of Frost Magazine. Words in The Sunday Times, Mslexia, The Bookseller, The Guardian, Metro.
When you have been girl bossing too close to the sun, head to Champneys and get them to unmangle your back. #workworkwork #selfcare #massage
November 21, 2025 at 9:14 AM
When you have been girl bossing too close to the sun, head to Champneys and get them to unmangle your back. #workworkwork #selfcare #massage
No, I haven’t stolen my neighbours cat. He came in all by himself with minimal bribery and meowing from me. 😇 #cats #purebreed #purebreedcat
November 20, 2025 at 2:11 PM
No, I haven’t stolen my neighbours cat. He came in all by himself with minimal bribery and meowing from me. 😇 #cats #purebreed #purebreedcat
Publishing is a long game. It’s also a tough industry. Here are some lessons I have learned. What would you add? #writingcommunity #writerscommunity #publishing #authorcommunity
November 17, 2025 at 9:24 PM
Publishing is a long game. It’s also a tough industry. Here are some lessons I have learned. What would you add? #writingcommunity #writerscommunity #publishing #authorcommunity
I was captivated by the blurb of this book. It looks amazing. Such a clever concept from @eleanortuckerauthor I’m going in… Published by @hera_books
You could look 20 years younger. Would you do it?
You could look 20 years younger. Would you do it?
November 14, 2025 at 11:36 AM
I was captivated by the blurb of this book. It looks amazing. Such a clever concept from @eleanortuckerauthor I’m going in… Published by @hera_books
You could look 20 years younger. Would you do it?
You could look 20 years younger. Would you do it?
November 11, 2025 at 10:02 AM
I’m one of those parents who let their kids play with sand, play dough and paint in the house. At least one of us is having fun. It’s definitely stressful, but I just relax and tell myself they’re having fun and cleaning it up is not that bad. My husband does not agree 😂😂 #letkidsbekids #sand
November 9, 2025 at 4:40 PM
I’m one of those parents who let their kids play with sand, play dough and paint in the house. At least one of us is having fun. It’s definitely stressful, but I just relax and tell myself they’re having fun and cleaning it up is not that bad. My husband does not agree 😂😂 #letkidsbekids #sand
I’m in The Telegraph today talking about the key to a successful marriage. #freelancewriter #freelancewriters #marriage #relationships #love
November 6, 2025 at 9:42 AM
I’m in The Telegraph today talking about the key to a successful marriage. #freelancewriter #freelancewriters #marriage #relationships #love
November 1, 2025 at 4:37 PM
People ask if I am the main character in my book, Where The Light is Hottest, a lot. Some people don’t believe me when I say no. The truth is: we authors put a lot of ourselves in our characters and books. But there are other things too. What about other writers? Let me know.
November 1, 2025 at 4:37 PM
People ask if I am the main character in my book, Where The Light is Hottest, a lot. Some people don’t believe me when I say no. The truth is: we authors put a lot of ourselves in our characters and books. But there are other things too. What about other writers? Let me know.
Okay, can we take a moment to appreciate this balloon unicorn my daughter got at a party? It’s even a few days old and holding strong. Impressive balloon skills.
October 31, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Okay, can we take a moment to appreciate this balloon unicorn my daughter got at a party? It’s even a few days old and holding strong. Impressive balloon skills.
2025: the best year for my writing career so far. What a journey, and the year isn’t over yet! Please check out my books, Ember and Where The Light is Hottest. Even better: leave a review if you can. Lots of love and never let go of your dreams. #writinginspiration #authorlife
October 29, 2025 at 6:05 PM
2025: the best year for my writing career so far. What a journey, and the year isn’t over yet! Please check out my books, Ember and Where The Light is Hottest. Even better: leave a review if you can. Lots of love and never let go of your dreams. #writinginspiration #authorlife
Made these amazing date snacks with my youngest. So delicious and easy to make. Pit the dates, fill with peanut butter, cover in chocolate and then let them set in the fridge. Thanks to @shah_ka_khan for the recipe. #chocoholics #peanutbutterlover #chocolateandpeanutbutter #dates
October 25, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Made these amazing date snacks with my youngest. So delicious and easy to make. Pit the dates, fill with peanut butter, cover in chocolate and then let them set in the fridge. Thanks to @shah_ka_khan for the recipe. #chocoholics #peanutbutterlover #chocolateandpeanutbutter #dates
Brilliant day in London. A bit of shopping, a fantastic lunch at Cicchetti, a walk through Covent Garden. Days like these are when I feel lucky to be a Londoner. #london @sancarlo_cicchetti #coventgarden
October 23, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Brilliant day in London. A bit of shopping, a fantastic lunch at Cicchetti, a walk through Covent Garden. Days like these are when I feel lucky to be a Londoner. #london @sancarlo_cicchetti #coventgarden
It has arrived.
October 21, 2025 at 6:52 PM
It has arrived.
What a cover! I cannot wait to read this amazing book with my children. I love Greek myths. Such a great concept and @honestmum never misses. Congratulations 🥂 It’s already had amazing reviews. #book #booksbooksbooks #authorssupportingauthors
October 20, 2025 at 6:05 PM
What a cover! I cannot wait to read this amazing book with my children. I love Greek myths. Such a great concept and @honestmum never misses. Congratulations 🥂 It’s already had amazing reviews. #book #booksbooksbooks #authorssupportingauthors
October 19, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Farewell to my beloved robot hoover. Murdered by a toy hamster. I will miss you. 😢
October 11, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Farewell to my beloved robot hoover. Murdered by a toy hamster. I will miss you. 😢
Wanted to buy myself something nice that my children definitely wouldn’t like. Anyway,
Guess what their favourite snack is now. 🤦♀️😱😭😂 #chocolate #darkchocolatecherries #m&s
Guess what their favourite snack is now. 🤦♀️😱😭😂 #chocolate #darkchocolatecherries #m&s
October 1, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Wanted to buy myself something nice that my children definitely wouldn’t like. Anyway,
Guess what their favourite snack is now. 🤦♀️😱😭😂 #chocolate #darkchocolatecherries #m&s
Guess what their favourite snack is now. 🤦♀️😱😭😂 #chocolate #darkchocolatecherries #m&s