Hello and welcome to my website. My name is Hillery Baptiste and I am an author. I am thrilled to announce the upcoming release of my debut novel, “A Name in History”! This captivating tale will transport you to the heart of London’s vintage charm, where hidden secrets and a single broken scrap of shell intertwine to unravel a family’s enigmatic past.

Follow Ella, a courageous young woman, who defies her elder aunties to voyage to the Caribbean on a daring quest. There, she delves into the haunting history of slavery, unearthing the dark legacy that intertwines with her own lineage in ways she could never have imagined.

Amidst the vibrant culture and rich tapestry of the Caribbean, Ella grapples with the outrage of her aunties, Augusta and Eunice, who fiercely guard their family secrets. But her insatiable thirst for the truth pushes her forward, unveiling a new understanding of her identity and her place in the world.

“A Name in History” is a tale of love, resilience, and the power of uncovering our past. It will leave you breathless and inspired, as Ella’s journey echoes the indomitable spirit within us all.

Stay tuned for the release of “A Name in History” this autumn, and get ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure.

“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.”

Maya Angelou

Based in London but from the shoe-making mecca of Northampton, Hillery still smiles at the memory of childhood summers spent with relatives in the capital, where she marvelled at speedy ‘home’ accents and copious amounts of peppered soups.

Having worked in the creative industry for many years, she fulfilled a long-held dream and returned to education, gaining an MA (with Distinction) in Creative, Digital and Professional Writing and a BA (with First Class Honours) in Film and Television Studies.

A Name In History, Hillery’s debut novel, was formulated during her writing studies, and she hopes the story will resonate with everyone curious about our connected pasts, particularly with those who lost the anchors to their history when ancestors’ names and the very essence of being were removed for the sake of skewed beliefs.