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Haley Cavanagh

Haley Cavanagh is an American author known for contributing to young adult (YA) and science fiction literature. Her works include the bestselling guide Adulting: The Ultimate Cheat Sheet and the award-winning Oceanstone Initiative series. Cavanagh’s writing often explores resilience, independence, and adventure, catering to both YA and adult audiences.

Biography

Cavanagh was born in Salt Lake City, Utah, where she developed a love for storytelling at a young age. After serving five years in the United States Army with an honorable discharge, she later pursued a Bachelor's degree in Psychology at Columbia College, which influenced her career in writing and publishing. She is known for her engaging, descriptive, accessible style and has gained recognition for addressing practical life skills and adventurous themes in her books.

Cavanagh resides in Utah, where she continues to write and engage with her readership. She is actively involved in the literary community, participating in events and conferences, such as FanX, the Quills Conferences, book signings, library venues, and workshops, where she has held book signings and panel discussions from 2015 to the present.

Writing Career

Cavanagh’s debut YA nonfiction book, Adulting: The Ultimate Cheat Sheet, offers practical advice on managing adult responsibilities and life skills. The book, which has been featured on Cedar Fort's bestseller list, addresses topics from budgeting and employment to social relationships, making it popular among young adults transitioning to independence.

Her Oceanstone Initiative series has gained a following in the science fiction community for its compelling storytelling and exploration of futuristic themes. This series has been recognized for its unique narrative structure, and Retaliation (Oceanstone Initiative Book #2) won the 2020 Silver Quill Award in Novels for its contributions to YA science fiction.

Notable Works

Adulting: The Ultimate Cheat Sheet—This guide for young adults covers essential life skills and has achieved bestseller status. It is praised for its practicality and relatable tone.

Oceanstone Initiative Series – An award-winning science fiction series that explores themes of survival, innovation, and humanity’s place in the universe.

Cavanagh is also working on several new projects, including Shadowed Skies, a YA dystopian fantasy romance set to be released in March 2025. She has also written best-selling romances under a pseudonym since 2015.

Awards and Recognition In 2024, Haley Cavanagh received the Silver Quill Award in Nonfiction from the League of Utah Writers for her contributions to literature. Her works have been recognized in both public libraries and online platforms for their positive impact on young adult readers.

Personal Life Cavanagh lives with her family in Utah and is dedicated to her craft as an author and a public speaker. She often interacts with her fans through social media and at literary events, sharing insights into her writing process and offering advice to aspiring authors.

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