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Hayley Webster
@hayleythough.bsky.social
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Author. Editor. Autistic. ADHD. Sea/ trees/ food/ songs/ sky. Jessica Fletcher Adjacent. Many Special Interests. She/ her. Agent: Julia Silk.
Nosy Crow, Trapeze, Usborne books.
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If you listen to books on Spotify and want a Christmas listen why not give One Christmas Night a go.

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November 12, 2025 at 1:47 PM
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A new weekly substack building a museum of objects, past, present, future.
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October 26, 2025 at 6:11 PM
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I love working with #selfpublished authors on series of books in the UK and the US and they return to me time and time again.

"...astute and passionate and really seemed to get my writing in a way that felt transformative to my process."

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August 10, 2025 at 7:40 PM
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I offer packages with 8+ pages of detailed notes and also a no notes option where the writer types up notes from our Zoom themself. All work comes with a Zoom or phonecall as part of the price.

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#editor #edits #bookdoctor #bookmentor #developmentaleditor #novelappraisal
What might surprise you about my work? I read each manuscript three times and the first time I make no notes and read it purely as a reader. The no written notes by me option where you write up our Zoom conversation can be as little a £250 for a whole novel. Every writer who’s worked with me on developing their first three chapters has been asked for the whole manuscript by agents. Some writers hire me to read their books and write their synopsis as they find that the hardest bit. Some writers hire me to edit as they write the first draft, submitting three chapters at a time and a discussion via Zoom. I have developmental edited several series by self published writers.
August 10, 2025 at 7:21 PM
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Are you looking to take your writing more seriously, in a new direction, or polish what you have? I have worked with 100+ writers and know how to make your work shine.
I charge fairly based on the work I do NOT based on my publishing history, and for all budgets #editor

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August 10, 2025 at 7:12 PM
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WRITING A NOVEL OR MEMOIR? Want to submit to agents, publishers or self-publish? Or, haven't started yet and need a push? I can help you develop, improve or even start your work. Client testimonials and service menu at www.hayleywebsteredits.co.uk or DM.
Text says: WRITING A NOVEL OR MEMOIR? Want to submit to agents, publishers or self-publish? Or, haven't started yet and need a push? This professional editor and author can help you develop, improve or even start your work. Client testimonials and service menu at www.hayleywebsteredits.co.uk or email hayleywebsteredits@gmail.com
July 22, 2025 at 10:43 AM
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20% discount from any of these booked in May/June.
May 4, 2025 at 6:24 PM
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20% discount from any of these booked in May/June.
May 4, 2025 at 6:23 PM
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20% discount from any of these booked in May/June.
May 4, 2025 at 6:23 PM
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20% discount from any of these booked in May/June.
May 4, 2025 at 6:23 PM
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20% discount from any of these booked in May/June.
May 4, 2025 at 6:22 PM
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Regal.
Tortoiseshell cat resting in a princely manner on a navy pillow.
April 21, 2025 at 8:50 PM
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Love going to Sunny Time Cinema.
Handmade VIP ticket for a cinema which is really watching those movies at home on a fairly small tv. Films showing are Moana 2, Sonic 3 and Jurassic Park (it's a massive park). Ticket says food and drink are free.
April 11, 2025 at 5:09 PM
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Are you looking to polish, perfect or get to the heart of your manuscript? Or, are you looking for a 3 chapter review and be read by an experienced editor and author? I come highly recommended from authors and agents alike.

Jo Unwin, formerly of JULA said:
April 5, 2025 at 6:04 AM
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Bert (from the movie not the books) remains Top of the Man Pops.
Framed illustrated album cover from Mary Poppins, not an original cast recording. Bert and Mary Poppins Christmas tree ornament - them in their Jolly Holiday costumes inside a glass bauble.
December 15, 2024 at 3:10 PM
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@jennycolgan.bsky.social said it's such a perfect read for this time of year.
December 11, 2024 at 7:04 PM
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@emmaflint.bsky.social said it was beautifully written and full of magic and mystery.
December 11, 2024 at 7:01 PM
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@ajpearcewrites.bsky.social called it a heartfelt page turner
December 11, 2024 at 6:59 PM
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@holly.bsky.social said it was as heartwarming as a roaring fire.
December 11, 2024 at 6:58 PM
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I have a framed photo of Angela Lansbury as Jessica Fletcher on a shelf in my living room and a recent visitor asked if it was a shrine because I also have some electric candles on the same shelf.

Oh no, I said. It's not a shrine. Oh no. Not a shrine. No.

Oh.
Framed photo of Angela Lansbury as Jessica Fletcher on a shelf next to an electric candle, a yellow glass sand timer and a striped teapot full of white carnations.
November 16, 2024 at 10:56 AM
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My cat makes a heart with the patterns in her fur when she curls up.
November 14, 2024 at 4:51 PM