South West UK Authors
Just trying to get all my mutual writers authors and small publishers who are based in Devon, Cornwall, Somerset, Dorset, Bristol, and Avon, together in one place.
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@bluepoppypub.bsky.social
@traceygemmell.bsky.social
Trip fiction writer, ex-expat, equal parts wanderlust and hiraeth. Author of 'Dunster's Calling' and 'More or Less Annie'. Insta: traceygemmellauthor website: traceygemmell.com
@cathiehartigan.bsky.social
Novelist and creative writing teacher. Behind the scenes at the Exeter Novel Prize.
@rachelape.bsky.social
Writer, walker, storyteller, anecdoter, guinea pig scruffler, nature lover. Works with rescued primates. Loves wildlife, music, languages and books. Dorset, UK.
@sammyrambles.bsky.social
Fantasy adventure books for children and adults who like castles and dragons.
@bethbpoet.bsky.social
Poet, Quaker, retired teacher, socialist, runner (just) , proud Omi . She/her
@ruthsd.bsky.social
Lives in Devon, sometimes writes about Romans and Britons, and gazes at sunsets.
@janejago.bsky.social
Harmless pensioner, who writes books and makes pictures. Okay, maybe I exaggerated the harmlessness
@daveholwill.bsky.social
Editor, Proofreader, Musician, and (very occasionally) Author (He/Him)
@clairebarker.bsky.social
Actively seeking light. Words and pictures. Author of Knitbone Pepper series, Picklewitch and Jack series. Hettie Nettle’s Handbook for Hedgewitches out autumn 2025. Rep’d by Julia Churchill at AM Heath. https://linktr.ee/clairebarker
@shelleytrower.bsky.social
Professor Emeritus (Roehampton) now novel writing (ACE funded) & working with libraries (SWRLS) in Cornwall. Preoccupations incl. sound, trauma, memory, life stories, silence collectivism, environmental crisis & see e.g. https://linktr.ee/shelleytrower
@anasalote.bsky.social
Writer, thrutopian, right angle averse, cosmolocalist, supporter Green Stories Project Books: Oy Yew, Nondula, Nigma, Tree Talk
@chrisseywrites.bsky.social
#Author I write supernatural thrillers about monsters, magic, and fragile humans doing the best they can. WIP: Hollow Graves #Bookbinder #GraphicDesigner Owner of Maple & Pecan 🐈 #torties Ambivert. She/Her. http://chrisseyharrison.com
@markmapstone.bsky.social
UK based Fiction author. 6 young adult books written so far and a seventh in the works. Exciting!
@aaabbottstories.bsky.social
I'm a psychological thriller writer and reader living in the English West Country. My books focus on women finding strength in the face of danger. Read my latest, RUN FOR YOUR LIES, in ebook, Kindle Unlimited & print. https://mybook.to/RunForYourLiesEbook
@bookwormvaught.bsky.social
Author, Creative Writing & English teacher, entrepreneur, #Curae prize, editor, mum of 3 lads. Rep. @keslupo Maass Agency, NYC. Wilts, Wales, Southern US https://linktr.ee/bookwormvaught?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=00043ddf-6cad-43e1-8c8a-d89
@folklorepod.bsky.social
Official account of The Folklore Podcast. 2 million downloads worldwide. Created by folklorist and author Mark Norman. Find us online at http://www.thefolklorepodcast.com Film/TV rep: Past Preservers Author for various publishers
@nixonauthor.bsky.social
Author. Rep'd by Louise Buckley at Hannah Sheppard L.A. Trad and Indie. Family sagas; crime; archaeological thrillers; mythic fantasy. Born in Devon, raised in Cornwall, live on Marmite.
@ysocks.bsky.social
Ruggedly handsome and utterly talented. Oh, and I write. First draft of first novel is 106% done. Collection of short stories is on Kindle. #AuDHD
@feliceski.bsky.social
Author of The Tennis Champion Who Escaped the Nazis, podcaster at Action Packed Travel, mother of 3, dog lover, skier, European 🇪🇺 If your politics are right-wing, don’t bother following me #writer #author #memoirwriter #travelwriter #booksky
@melaniebarrow.bsky.social
I’m passionate about history and it’s a joy to finally be researching and writing. Am currently immersed in the late 17th century for my current novel set in Devon https://linktr.ee/melaniebarrowauthor
@iandsmith.bsky.social
Hobby writer of adult stories, keen photographer, learning the guitar. Family includes two delightful horses and a lively dog. Retiring soon from day job as a scientist. Live in SW England. Support your choices and lives. No to bitcoin. Rejoiner.
@daneatherley.bsky.social
Environmental research consultant. Wildlife TV (BBC Planet Earth, etc). Writer of such nature/history books as Bushmaster (Skyhorse) and Invasive Aliens (HarperCollins). Next up, Wild Hope (Pelagic), exploring positive conservation stories. Exeter, UK
@nickswiftwrites.bsky.social
Crime fiction writer #amediting, coffee lover, Devon dweller, former barrister, occasional indie music PR ... 💙📚 #Exeter #Topsham via #Hull
@jenniferash.bsky.social
Usually found under the guise of Jenny Kane, Jennifer Ash writes #TheFolvilleChronicles #medievalcrime., #therobinhoodclub stories & #RobinofSherwood #audio stories & novels All details at www.jennykane.co.uk
@isabelashdown.com
Author, mother, dog hugger, friend. Writing coach & Royal Literary Fund mentor. "Ingenious" (Sunday Times) 📚 "Fiendishly Clever" (Red Mag) 📚 "Delivery was late" (Amazon reviewer) Latest mystery thriller out now with Orion 👉 www.isabelashdown.com
@rebeccaksw.bsky.social
Author based in Cornwall. Linguist. Language lover. Weaver of words into worlds within and without.
@helenhollick.bsky.social
#PartialSighted #USATodayBestseller Author from #DevonUK writing #HistoricalFiction #1700sNauticalAdventure #1970sCosyMysteries #Arthurian #RomanBritain #1066KingHaroldII #BlogPosts & other readable stuff :-) sorry No DMs contact via www.helenhollick.net
@richardnfrost.bsky.social
Author of 3 'Eastwood Story' novellas and 3 faith books. Husband, Dad, MBE, lay minister in Devon, UK. Former mental health & work professional. Blog & podcast at workrestpray.com. Books at richardfrostauthor.com
@zombieirishgirl.bsky.social
YA romance author with a side hustle in the paranormal. Reformed history teacher. Massively into toxic Tudors, happily-ever-afters and cats. The Boy with the Heart of Sea Glass (June 2026 with Rowan Prose)
@cymrubookman.bsky.social
Welsh Devon based writer, Co- Curator of Word Kitchen www.wordkitchen.org.uk - promoting the spoken word in East Devon and Exeter -I write about hidden histories including queer ones - with a novel and memoir in development -current Faber Academy student
@susiewilliamson.bsky.social
Award winner author of the fantasy series, BLOOD GIFT CHRONICLES, published by Stairwell Books. 🍃🐉 www.susiewilliamson.blog
@lisaschneidau.bsky.social
Storyteller, environmentalist, folk tale purveyor, core group member of Dartmoor Nature Alliance. New book 'English Folk Tales of Coast and Sea' available now in hardback, ebook and audiobook. www.lisaschneidau.co.uk
@postedinthepast.bsky.social
Author of the #PostedInThePast series – revealing the true stories from postcards sent in the early 20th century, and new genealogical novel released summer 2025. Books ~ Talks ~ Freelance Editor (working with indie authors). https://linktr.ee/helenbaggott
@josephinegardiner.bsky.social
Likes long-distance train travel. Writes. Identifies as a seal.
@gemmagoodman.bsky.social
Researching Cornish lit 19thc to the present. Current research project on sustainable screen production. Out now ALTERNATIVE CORNWALLS published by University of Exeter Press.
@daydreamacademy.bsky.social
Professional daydreamer & award-winning creative - designer, poet, writer, artist & mentor - MA Creative Writing Bath Spa - AuDHD - forest bather Editor Steel Jackdaw Magazine Director Gloucestershire Poetry Society https://bio.site/jasonleeconway
@annachantwriter.bsky.social
Writer, reader, lover of history & folklore. Medieval historical fiction author.
@danmetcalf.bsky.social
Writing Man. Bookish Boy. Husband/Dad/Geek/Neuroquirk. AKA DM James. Devon, UK. More info and free books at >>> http://danmetcalf.co.uk/
@traceynormanauthor.bsky.social
Dark Folklore -The History Press. Who Is Anna Stenberg? -Liminal Books. Author, historian, voice actor, creator of woolly things & art. Tutor Intro to British Witchcraft - Learn for Pleasure. Project Mgr - Folklore Library. http://traceynormanauthor.com/
@ragriggsauthor.bsky.social
Historical fiction author and speaker who spends a lot of time in the sixteenth century. I make and wear historical clothing. Love old buildings , churches, needlework and Devon. Ever hopeful gardener #HistoricalFiction #devon #Books #needlework 🪡✍️🌱📚
@marciaclayton.bsky.social
Author of The Hartford Manor Series - a heartwarming family saga set in Victorian Devon. I'm a wife, mother, and grandmother and my other interests include gardening, walking, floral art, and family history.
@alexandradawe.bsky.social
Writer and artist in Devon, UK. Inconsistent poster. Dawe is pronounced 'door'. Rep'd by @belllomaxmoreton.bsky.social The Stitchwort Curse published by @uclanpublishing.bsky.social https://linktr.ee/alexandradawe
@paulasharmon.bsky.social
Author of mysteries and more, tea lover, day dreamer… https://paulaharmon.com viewauthor.at/PHAuthorpage https://www.facebook.com/pg/paulaharmonwrites
@susanrocks.bsky.social
Avid reader & short story writer. #writingcommunity #amediting psych/gothic ghost novel. Also love folklore/legends the spookier the better!
@janetfew.bsky.social
Family, social and community historian. Author and educator. Writer of #nonfiction & #histfict. #C17th historical interpreter. Part of the A Few Forgotten Women team. Mostly historical and bookish posts. Sometimes stray posts about #travel and #gardening.
@alicemeallan.bsky.social
Public health communications (WHO/Europe) Podcasts: Not if but When (Health in Europe, WHO/Europe) Books: Open my Eyes/ Sugar Sugar/ The Whispering Trees Nature and conservation T1D mum. West Country. Views my own.
@lizrev.bsky.social
Writer (22 novels so far) screenwriter and produced playwright. Animal lover, loves films, entertainment, theatre, music, eating out and Prosecco!
@alibacon.bsky.social
Fiction writer, sometimes historical. https://linktr.ee/alibwriter 'The Absent Heart' inspired by #RLS letters to Fanny Sitwell out March 2025 with Linen Press. https://www.linen-press.com/shop/the-absent-heart/
@bluepoppypub.bsky.social
Nano-publisher & provider of self-publishing services based in Ilfracombe, Devon. Submissions open for books with a strong focus on Devon and the South West. https://www.bluepoppypublishing.co.uk