Penny Haw
@pennyhaw.bsky.social
Author of Follow Me to Africa, The Invincible Miss Cust, The Woman at the Wheel, The Woman and Her Stars (March 2026), The Wilderness Between Us and Nicko. Dog walker. Runner. Former journalist.
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If you’re interested in evolution, paleoanthropology, and/or read Follow Me to Africa, my book about Mary Leakey, you’ll be fascinated by this study—co-authored by Mary’s granddaughter, Louise Leakey—about the hands of Paranthropus boisei unearthed recently.
www.newscientist.com/article/2500...
www.newscientist.com/article/2500...
November 5, 2025 at 9:01 AM
If you’re interested in evolution, paleoanthropology, and/or read Follow Me to Africa, my book about Mary Leakey, you’ll be fascinated by this study—co-authored by Mary’s granddaughter, Louise Leakey—about the hands of Paranthropus boisei unearthed recently.
www.newscientist.com/article/2500...
www.newscientist.com/article/2500...
It's just five months to publication of THE WOMAN AND HER STARS, which is historical fiction about 18th century astronomer, Caroline Herschel. See the link to pre-order or add to your wish list in my bio.
November 3, 2025 at 11:28 AM
It's just five months to publication of THE WOMAN AND HER STARS, which is historical fiction about 18th century astronomer, Caroline Herschel. See the link to pre-order or add to your wish list in my bio.
Caroline Herschel became the world's first salaried woman astronomer in 1787. THE WOMAN AND HER STARS follows Caroline's journey from servant in Hanover, to celebrated soprano in Bath to distinguished scientist. Interested? Enter the Goodreads giveaway by Oct 31. www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sho...
October 27, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Caroline Herschel became the world's first salaried woman astronomer in 1787. THE WOMAN AND HER STARS follows Caroline's journey from servant in Hanover, to celebrated soprano in Bath to distinguished scientist. Interested? Enter the Goodreads giveaway by Oct 31. www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sho...
Goodreads giveaway alert!
10 copies of THE WOMAN AND HER STARS are up for grabs.
The offer ends on October 31.
Enter here: www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sho...
10 copies of THE WOMAN AND HER STARS are up for grabs.
The offer ends on October 31.
Enter here: www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sho...
October 1, 2025 at 10:52 AM
Goodreads giveaway alert!
10 copies of THE WOMAN AND HER STARS are up for grabs.
The offer ends on October 31.
Enter here: www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sho...
10 copies of THE WOMAN AND HER STARS are up for grabs.
The offer ends on October 31.
Enter here: www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sho...
PRE-ORDER SALE!
For a limited time, Barnes & Noble is offering 25% off all pre-orders for readers with a (free) B&N Rewards account. Now is the perfect time to pre-order THE WOMAN AND HER STARS.
Use the code PREORDER25 at checkout.
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For a limited time, Barnes & Noble is offering 25% off all pre-orders for readers with a (free) B&N Rewards account. Now is the perfect time to pre-order THE WOMAN AND HER STARS.
Use the code PREORDER25 at checkout.
www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-woman-...
September 3, 2025 at 9:19 AM
PRE-ORDER SALE!
For a limited time, Barnes & Noble is offering 25% off all pre-orders for readers with a (free) B&N Rewards account. Now is the perfect time to pre-order THE WOMAN AND HER STARS.
Use the code PREORDER25 at checkout.
www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-woman-...
For a limited time, Barnes & Noble is offering 25% off all pre-orders for readers with a (free) B&N Rewards account. Now is the perfect time to pre-order THE WOMAN AND HER STARS.
Use the code PREORDER25 at checkout.
www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-woman-...
Hankering after more Gilded Age? You might enjoy The Woman at the Wheel.
August 25, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Hankering after more Gilded Age? You might enjoy The Woman at the Wheel.
Writing biographical fiction has opened my eyes to how many other women have done amazing things we’ll never know because they weren’t written about alongside the history of their fathers, brothers, and husbands. Anonymous, but we applaud and thank you nonetheless.
August 9, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Writing biographical fiction has opened my eyes to how many other women have done amazing things we’ll never know because they weren’t written about alongside the history of their fathers, brothers, and husbands. Anonymous, but we applaud and thank you nonetheless.
If you're looking for some weekend reading inspiration and you loved watching Out of Africa, you might enjoy Follow Me to Africa.
There's more information on the book in the link in my bio.
There's more information on the book in the link in my bio.
August 8, 2025 at 3:03 PM
If you're looking for some weekend reading inspiration and you loved watching Out of Africa, you might enjoy Follow Me to Africa.
There's more information on the book in the link in my bio.
There's more information on the book in the link in my bio.
Today, four years ago.
"...this book is no fluff ball." It's one of the most memorable reviews of The Wilderness Between Us, which went on to win the 2022 WFWA Star Award.
Read more about the book here tinyurl.com/39mbfy62
"...this book is no fluff ball." It's one of the most memorable reviews of The Wilderness Between Us, which went on to win the 2022 WFWA Star Award.
Read more about the book here tinyurl.com/39mbfy62
August 7, 2025 at 10:24 AM
Today, four years ago.
"...this book is no fluff ball." It's one of the most memorable reviews of The Wilderness Between Us, which went on to win the 2022 WFWA Star Award.
Read more about the book here tinyurl.com/39mbfy62
"...this book is no fluff ball." It's one of the most memorable reviews of The Wilderness Between Us, which went on to win the 2022 WFWA Star Award.
Read more about the book here tinyurl.com/39mbfy62
Thank you, Bookbub for including FOLLOW ME TO AFRICA as one of your “brightest and best biographical fiction books” for 2025.
The photograph shows 22-year-old Mary and Louis Leakey at Olduvai Gorge in 1935 when she first followed him to Africa.
See full list here: www.bookbub.com/blog/biograp...
The photograph shows 22-year-old Mary and Louis Leakey at Olduvai Gorge in 1935 when she first followed him to Africa.
See full list here: www.bookbub.com/blog/biograp...
July 31, 2025 at 9:56 AM
Thank you, Bookbub for including FOLLOW ME TO AFRICA as one of your “brightest and best biographical fiction books” for 2025.
The photograph shows 22-year-old Mary and Louis Leakey at Olduvai Gorge in 1935 when she first followed him to Africa.
See full list here: www.bookbub.com/blog/biograp...
The photograph shows 22-year-old Mary and Louis Leakey at Olduvai Gorge in 1935 when she first followed him to Africa.
See full list here: www.bookbub.com/blog/biograp...
I've received some lovely messages from readers about The Invincible Miss Cust, including a graphic reminding me of the similarities between the book and the series, All Creatures Great & Small. Thank you! It's no coincidence that I grew up reading James Herriot books and dreaming of being a vet.
July 24, 2025 at 10:38 AM
I've received some lovely messages from readers about The Invincible Miss Cust, including a graphic reminding me of the similarities between the book and the series, All Creatures Great & Small. Thank you! It's no coincidence that I grew up reading James Herriot books and dreaming of being a vet.
The Invincible Miss Cust was released almost three years ago. Today I was invited to talk to a book club about it and was reminded what an incredible story it is. Thank you for living such an inspiring life, Aleen Cust.
July 22, 2025 at 7:56 PM
The Invincible Miss Cust was released almost three years ago. Today I was invited to talk to a book club about it and was reminded what an incredible story it is. Thank you for living such an inspiring life, Aleen Cust.
If you'd like to benefit from preordering THE WOMAN AND HER STARS, here's your chance!
If you have a B&N Rewards or B&N Premium Membership you can save 25% when you pre-order! Rewards membership is free. The offer is until tomorrow only. Use the code PREORDER25 at checkout.
The link is in my bio!
If you have a B&N Rewards or B&N Premium Membership you can save 25% when you pre-order! Rewards membership is free. The offer is until tomorrow only. Use the code PREORDER25 at checkout.
The link is in my bio!
July 10, 2025 at 11:30 AM
If you'd like to benefit from preordering THE WOMAN AND HER STARS, here's your chance!
If you have a B&N Rewards or B&N Premium Membership you can save 25% when you pre-order! Rewards membership is free. The offer is until tomorrow only. Use the code PREORDER25 at checkout.
The link is in my bio!
If you have a B&N Rewards or B&N Premium Membership you can save 25% when you pre-order! Rewards membership is free. The offer is until tomorrow only. Use the code PREORDER25 at checkout.
The link is in my bio!
Based on the true story of Caroline Herschel, THE WOMAN AND HER STARS shines a light on a woman who was raised to believe she was worth nothing more than to serve others, but whose genius and resolve made her one of the world’s leading astronomers. To be published on March 3, 2026.
July 9, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Based on the true story of Caroline Herschel, THE WOMAN AND HER STARS shines a light on a woman who was raised to believe she was worth nothing more than to serve others, but whose genius and resolve made her one of the world’s leading astronomers. To be published on March 3, 2026.
Available for $1.99 for a limited time, FOLLOW ME TO AFRICA is historical fiction inspired by the life of Mary Leakey.
tinyurl.com/45ar879b
tinyurl.com/45ar879b
July 8, 2025 at 11:34 AM
Available for $1.99 for a limited time, FOLLOW ME TO AFRICA is historical fiction inspired by the life of Mary Leakey.
tinyurl.com/45ar879b
tinyurl.com/45ar879b
The Woman at the Wheel in Danish, Czech, Polish and, of course, English. The Author of the Book? Incredulous.
Based on the real life of Bertha Benz, who with her husband Carl, built the prototype automobile that evolved into the Mercedes-Benz marque. A story of perseverance, resilience, and love.
Based on the real life of Bertha Benz, who with her husband Carl, built the prototype automobile that evolved into the Mercedes-Benz marque. A story of perseverance, resilience, and love.
July 2, 2025 at 4:09 PM
The Woman at the Wheel in Danish, Czech, Polish and, of course, English. The Author of the Book? Incredulous.
Based on the real life of Bertha Benz, who with her husband Carl, built the prototype automobile that evolved into the Mercedes-Benz marque. A story of perseverance, resilience, and love.
Based on the real life of Bertha Benz, who with her husband Carl, built the prototype automobile that evolved into the Mercedes-Benz marque. A story of perseverance, resilience, and love.
“Patience is the road to wisdom, but hunger is the ditch that rumbles the wagon.” Sophie the Scottie.
June 19, 2025 at 4:38 PM
“Patience is the road to wisdom, but hunger is the ditch that rumbles the wagon.” Sophie the Scottie.
Join us for A Night in the Serengeti when I discuss Follow Me to Africa with the Third Thursday of the Month Bookclub on Zoom on Saturday 14 June at 17h30 SAST/10h30 CST. RSVP: Third Thursday of the Month Bookclub on Facebook.
June 9, 2025 at 10:49 AM
Join us for A Night in the Serengeti when I discuss Follow Me to Africa with the Third Thursday of the Month Bookclub on Zoom on Saturday 14 June at 17h30 SAST/10h30 CST. RSVP: Third Thursday of the Month Bookclub on Facebook.
Just two giraffes enjoying the view in their uber somewhere in the Karoo in South Africa.
May 29, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Just two giraffes enjoying the view in their uber somewhere in the Karoo in South Africa.
The Kingsmead Book Fair takes place at Kingsmead College in Rosebank, Johannesburg this weekend. Take a look at the full programme at www.kingsmead.co.za and join us if you can!
May 21, 2025 at 12:18 PM
The Kingsmead Book Fair takes place at Kingsmead College in Rosebank, Johannesburg this weekend. Take a look at the full programme at www.kingsmead.co.za and join us if you can!
I chose five inspiring, eye-opening works of historical fiction set in Africa for Shepherd and justified my choices here: shepherd.com/best-books/i...
May 15, 2025 at 8:30 AM
I chose five inspiring, eye-opening works of historical fiction set in Africa for Shepherd and justified my choices here: shepherd.com/best-books/i...
Fully-edible bookcakes for a Follow Me to Africa event this week. Proof that you can have your book and eat it. 😉
April 19, 2025 at 9:40 AM
Fully-edible bookcakes for a Follow Me to Africa event this week. Proof that you can have your book and eat it. 😉
Christina Consolino interviewed me about my writing life and my biographical historical fiction, FOLLOW ME TO AFRICA for her Author Interview feature. Read the article here: christinaconsolino.com/2025/03/17/d...
March 17, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Christina Consolino interviewed me about my writing life and my biographical historical fiction, FOLLOW ME TO AFRICA for her Author Interview feature. Read the article here: christinaconsolino.com/2025/03/17/d...
Join me, J.E. Weiner, Fiona Davis and @susanmeissner.bsky.social when we chat to Colin Mustful of History Through Fiction about our new works of historical fiction.
Place: Zoom
Date: Sunday, March 16
Time: 1 pm US Central Time (8 pm SAST)
Register here: www.eventbrite.com/e/1246517871...
Place: Zoom
Date: Sunday, March 16
Time: 1 pm US Central Time (8 pm SAST)
Register here: www.eventbrite.com/e/1246517871...
March 12, 2025 at 10:38 AM
Join me, J.E. Weiner, Fiona Davis and @susanmeissner.bsky.social when we chat to Colin Mustful of History Through Fiction about our new works of historical fiction.
Place: Zoom
Date: Sunday, March 16
Time: 1 pm US Central Time (8 pm SAST)
Register here: www.eventbrite.com/e/1246517871...
Place: Zoom
Date: Sunday, March 16
Time: 1 pm US Central Time (8 pm SAST)
Register here: www.eventbrite.com/e/1246517871...