260 ratings | 259 reviews | avg rating:4.79

more photos (2)

Roberta Eaton Cheadle’s Followers (125)

Roberta’s Bookshelves

to-read (11)
currently-reading (0)
read (263)

Roberta’s Friends (25)

James

2,281 books | 3,757 friends

Carolien

3,756 books | 125 friends

Nila (digitalcreativepages)

3,146 books | 631 friends

Bernadette Turkiewicz

745 books | 14 friends

Jobins M J

890 books | 3,927 friends

Linda Hill

1,798 books | 313 friends

St. Martin's Press

1,927 books | 3,129 friends

H.R.R. Gorman

345 books | 9 friends

More friends…

Roberta Eaton Cheadle

Goodreads Author

Website

https://www.robbiecheadle.co.za/

Twitter

https://twitter.com/RobertaEaton17

Genre

Horror, Young Adult, Historical Fiction

Member Since

October 2019

URL

https://www.goodreads.com/robertaeatoncheadle

edit data

Roberta Eaton Cheadle, is a South African writer and poet specialising in historical, paranormal, and horror novels and short stories. She is an avid reader in these genres and her writing has been influenced by famous authors including Bram Stoker, Edgar Allan Poe, Amor Towles, Stephen Crane, Enrich Maria Remarque, George Orwell, Stephen King, and Colleen McCullough.

Roberta has two published novels and a collection of short stories and has horror, paranormal, and fantasy short stories included in several anthologies. She is also a contributor to the Ask the Authors 2022 (WordCrafter Writing Reference series).

Roberta is also the author and illustrator of sixteen children’s books, illustrator to a further three children's books, and the auth ...more

1037 posts
Roberta Eaton Cheadle's Blog

Roberta Writes – Tanka Tuesday, d’Verse & CFFC & Thursday Doors

Tanka Tuesday

This week’s challenge by Melissa, is to write a Double Ennead poem on the theme of gratitude. The syllabic count for a Double Ennead poem is 3 x 3 verses of 6/5/11/6/5.

You can join in here: https://tankatuesday.com/2025/11/25/tankatuesday-poetry-challenge-no-40-double-ennead-11-25-2025/

Eight Legged Wonder

delicate silver threads

woven skillfully

into a deadly trap for flying insects

flies

Combine Editions
Roberta Eaton Cheadle’s books

Average rating: 4.42 · 193 ratings · 142 reviews · 19 distinct works • Similar authors

	Shadowland by Dan Alatorre (Goodreads Author), Betty Valentine (Goodreads Author), Christine Valentor 4.11 avg rating — 74 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Wings & Fire by Dan Alatorre (Goodreads Author), Roberta Eaton Cheadle (Goodreads Author), M.D. Walker 4.15 avg rating — 48 ratings — published 2020 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Through the Nethergate 4.16 avg rating — 38 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	A Ghost and His Gold 4.51 avg rating — 35 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	And the Grave Awaits 4.81 avg rating — 21 ratings — published 2024 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Poetry Treasures by Sue Vincent (Goodreads Author), Geoff Le Pard (Goodreads Author), Frank Prem (Goodreads Author) 4.75 avg rating — 12 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
$Refracted Reflections: Twis...$	Refracted Reflections: Twisted Tales of Duality & Deception by Kaye Lynne Booth (Goodreads Author), Roberta Eaton Cheadle (Goodreads Author), Elisabeth Caldwell (Goodreads Author) 4.45 avg rating — 11 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Where Spirits Linger by Roberta Eaton Cheadle (Goodreads Author) (Contributor), Kaye Lynne Booth (Goodreads Author) (Editor and contributor), Stevie Turner (Goodreads Author) (Contributor) it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 4 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Whispers of the Past Wordcrafter Paranormal Anthology by Roberta Eaton Cheadle (Goodreads Author), Kaye Lynne Booth (Goodreads Author) (Editor), Julie Goodswen 4.33 avg rating — 3 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Spirits of the West Wordcrafter paranormal anthology by Roberta Eaton Cheadle (Goodreads Author) (Contributor), Kaye Lynne Booth (Goodreads Author) (Editor), Enid Holden (Contributor) 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings — 5 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

More books by Roberta Eaton Cheadle…

rss
Roberta’s Recent Updates

Dec 27, 2025 02:30AM · like
Roberta Cheadle rated a book it was amazing Resonant Blue and Other Stories by Mary Vensel White (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Every now and then, I like to read a collection of well crafted short stories and this book fitted the bill. Each story is beautifully written about a thought provoking topic that will make you think. Below is a short overview of my favourite stories ...more
Dec 19, 2025 08:41PM · like · see review · preview book See a Problem? We’d love your help. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of Resonant Blue and Other Stories by Mary Vensel White. Problem: Details (if other): Thanks for telling us about the problem. Not the book you’re looking for? Preview — Resonant Blue and Other Stories by Mary Vensel White <iframe sandbox id="wrongBookKindlePreviewScreen">
Roberta Cheadle rated a book it was amazing The Weight of Snow and Regret by Elizabeth Gauffreau (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
This book is a historical novel set at the Sheldon Poor Farm in Vermont which burned down in 1978. While the characters are fictional, they have been developed with meticulous attention to historical fact and they feel so real it is hard to believe t ...more
Dec 13, 2025 10:17AM · like · see review
Roberta Cheadle liked D.L. Finn's review of Something Fancy A Winter Wonderland Celebration Book One (Something Fancy Celebrating with Confectionary 1): "This was an amazing collection of recipes, poetry, photos, and history! I loved the history, which included Christmas cakes and gingerbread houses. The images of the fondant creations showcased the author’s talent in creating some magic in the holida" Read more of this review »
Dec 13, 2025 10:13AM · see review
Roberta Cheadle liked Jan Sikes's review of Something Fancy A Winter Wonderland Celebration Book One (Something Fancy Celebrating with Confectionary 1): "What a treasure! This book is filled with recipes for wonderful holiday edible creations, poetry as well as fascinating history. I enjoyed the introduction, as it shows how this author started developing her creative talents at a young age and how sh" Read more of this review »
Dec 13, 2025 10:13AM · see review
Roberta Cheadle and 1 other person liked Jacquie's review of Something Fancy A Winter Wonderland Celebration Book One (Something Fancy Celebrating with Confectionary 1): "Multi-talented author! This author/baker/artist is so talented! I enjoyed the history she shared along with recipes and photos of her amazing work. "
Dec 13, 2025 10:13AM · see review
Roberta Cheadle rated a book it was amazing Sunflower Tanka: A 2025 Anthology of Tanka, Tanka Prose, & Experimental Tanka by Colleen M. Chesebro (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
This is a collection of beautiful syllabic poems contributed by 54 poets from around the world. All the poems centre around the theme of dreams and the range of interpretations is fascinating. The poems in the collection comprise of tanka, tanka pros ...more
Dec 13, 2025 09:30AM · 1 like · like · see review · preview book See a Problem? We’d love your help. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of Sunflower Tanka by Colleen M. Chesebro. Problem: Details (if other): Thanks for telling us about the problem. Not the book you’re looking for? Preview — Sunflower Tanka by Colleen M. Chesebro <iframe sandbox id="wrongBookKindlePreviewScreen">
Roberta Cheadle rated a book it was amazing Timothy Turtle Discovers Jellybeans (My Backyard Friends) by Kaye Lynne Booth (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Timothy Turtle Discovers Jellybeans is a delightful story about animals that could inhabit a child's backyard. Timothy the turtle discovers a collection of colourful sweeties that a young girl has discarded as they are too sweet for her. The girl's c ...more
Nov 26, 2025 02:06AM · like · see review
Roberta Cheadle rated a book it was amazing Whispers of a Southern Moon by Priscilla Bettis (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
This collection of short stories and poetry is powerful. Every piece in the collection is carefully crafted for maximum impact in fewer words, and I was moved by each and every story and poem. I have read a few other books and short stories by this a ...more
Nov 26, 2025 01:27AM · 2 likes · like · see review · preview book See a Problem? We’d love your help. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of Whispers of a Southern Moon by Priscilla Bettis. Problem: Details (if other): Thanks for telling us about the problem. Not the book you’re looking for? Preview — Whispers of a Southern Moon by Priscilla Bettis <iframe sandbox id="wrongBookKindlePreviewScreen">
Roberta Cheadle rated a book it was amazing Anthem by Ayn Rand	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
This book does not have the best plot I have ever read, and neither is it the best written book I have ever read, but it is controversial and makes the reader think. Prior to writing this review I read several of the reviews that had been posted abou ...more
Nov 21, 2025 06:38AM · like · see review

More of Roberta's books…

Topics Mentioning This Author

topics	posts	views	last activity
Genre Specific Re...: * Historical Fiction review group 2022 (CLOSED)	132	42	May 17, 2022 01:25AM

Roberta’s Quotes

“A hunted man sometimes wearies of distrust and longs for friendship.”
― J. R. R. Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings

tags: doubt, friendship, loneliness

273 likes

Roberta’s Friend Comments

Comments (showing 1-1) post a comment »

date

newest »

message 1: by Roberta

Oct 15, 2019 12:44AM

Through the Nethergate is currently available as an ebook from Lulu.com here: http://www.lulu.com/shop/roberta-eato...
and as a paper back from TSL Publications here: https://tslbooks.uk/product-tag/throu...

reply | flag