Hazel Gaynor
Hazel Gaynor
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Hazel Gaynor is a contemporary Irish historical novelist, best known by her pen name.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on January 5, 1976, in County Armagh, Northern Ireland. Currently active as an author.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Irish novelist, writing primarily in the historical fiction genre.
Early Life and Background
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Growing up in rural Northern Ireland, Hazel Gaynor developed a deep appreciation for history and storytelling from a young age. Her love for reading was fostered by her family, who encouraged her to explore various genres, including literature and non-fiction. This early exposure instilled in her a strong foundation for writing and research.
Gaynor pursued a degree in English Literature at the University of Ulster, where she honed her writing skills through coursework and extracurricular activities. After graduating, she worked as a journalist for several years before deciding to focus on creative writing.
Major Accomplishments
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Published numerous historical novels that have achieved significant commercial success.
Her works are frequently included in publications such as The Sunday Times, Irish Independent, and Historical Fiction Review.
She has been shortlisted for several literary awards, including the 2013 RNA Novel of the Year award.Notable Works or Actions
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Some notable works by Gaynor include:
_The Girl from The Savoy_ (2015) - A novel set in London during World War I.
_The Light Before Us_ (2014) - A historical romance centered around a family's struggles during the Irish Potato Famine.
_Inventing Annie_ (2013) - A story of love and loss, spanning multiple continents.
Impact and Legacy
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Gaynor's writing has resonated with readers worldwide due to her ability to craft compelling narratives that explore lesser-known historical events. Her commitment to accurately depicting the past has earned her a loyal following among fans of historical fiction.
Through her works, Gaynor sheds light on pivotal moments in history, often incorporating themes related to love, loss, and personal growth. Her writing encourages readers to engage with their own experiences and empathize with those of others, fostering a deeper appreciation for human connection.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Hazel Gaynor is widely quoted and remembered due to her skill in crafting engaging historical novels that combine meticulous research with captivating storytelling. Her commitment to exploring lesser-known events has contributed significantly to the growth of the historical fiction genre, making her a prominent figure among authors and readers alike.
Her dedication to bringing history to life through narrative has inspired a new generation of writers, while also providing readers with an immersive understanding of pivotal moments in human history.
Quotes by Hazel Gaynor
As I lay in the dark, listening to the distant rush of the waterfall, I hoped that part of me would always be nine and a half, and that even when I was an adult and had to face the world with all its grown-up responsibilities, part of me would always know the excitement of the fascinating things I’d seen at the beck. I couldn’t imagine anything worse than a life without such wonders. How dull and sad life would be if it was all work and chores and war.
But wishes, like fairies, are fickle things. They rarely do what you want them to do.
You don’t need anybody’s permission to live the life you desire, Olivia. You need only the permission of your heart.
There will always be someone willing to save us, Grace. Even a stranger whose name we don’t know. That is the very best of humanity. That is what puts my mind at ease on a day like today.
For there is no friend like a sister In calm or stormy weather; To cheer one on the tedious way, To fetch one if one goes astray, To lift one if one totters down, To strengthen whilst one stands. – Christina Rossetti, “Goblin Market,” 1862.
In that moment, and perhaps for much longer, it seemed to me that the possibility of believing in fairies was more important than one little girl telling the truth.
We women are not as sheltered from the world as we once were. War is opening the world up for us. What sad irony is that?
We have to believe in the possibility of happy endings, sure we do, otherwise what’s it all for?
They tell you that it will pass, that there’ll be a day when you wake up and your heart doesn’t ache, a day when you don’t cry, but laugh and smile and remember the person you’ve lost with great fondness. You can’t believe that day will ever come. But it does, doesn’t it? Somehow, it does.