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Making March: Can Kate make it to March with her sanity intact?
Kate feels old alone, and regrettably round. It's the 1st of February, and today happens to be her fortieth birthday. This month she must survive, a pending divorce, raising her offspring spawn from Satan, being Maid of Honor, a fellow bridesmaid from hell, multiple dress fittings, and her meddling mother. Can she make it to March without losing her marbles?
196 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 24, 2020
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Hayley Walsh
5 books36 followersHayley is an Australian author of light hearted women’s fiction. Hayley was born and bred in Sydney, and lives in Far western Sydney with her partner and two young stepsons. She loves animals (don't all writers), is a coffee addict, and has a wicked sense of humour. Hayley’s sense of humour is brought to life in her story telling. She loves to make women laugh, by writing fun Stories they can relate to.
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March 3, 2025
A good laugh
Reviewed in Australia on 3 March 2025
I just love the author’s sense of humour! The way she wrote Kate’s daily diary entries was so entertaining. And the end was a delicious surprise!
Reviewed in Australia on 3 March 2025
I just love the author’s sense of humour! The way she wrote Kate’s daily diary entries was so entertaining. And the end was a delicious surprise!
February 25, 2023
Irreverent, Hilarious, and ultimately, Heart-Warming!
Making March is not your typical novel about a woman turning forty. It is written as diary entries and so chock full of humor that I think it could be a successful stand-up act. Kate's observances about our changing world, women, men, divorce, dating, and a host of other subjects will resonate with many readers. I highly recommend Making March for anyone looking for light, humorous read!
Making March is not your typical novel about a woman turning forty. It is written as diary entries and so chock full of humor that I think it could be a successful stand-up act. Kate's observances about our changing world, women, men, divorce, dating, and a host of other subjects will resonate with many readers. I highly recommend Making March for anyone looking for light, humorous read!
April 28, 2020
I have to say I have found a favourite new author. I read Hayley’s novella and loved it and was glad she was bringing out a novel as I finished reading the novella wanting more.
Making March was humorous and cheeky. It’s my perfect kind of book. The main character Kate has a cat called Ebony and every time there was a scene with her in it it made me think of my own cats as it sounded so like them! Throughout the book I was thinking they do that and that! Cats are comical and cheeky animals and Ebony was no exception. It was strange to see different words mean different things. Thongs in Britain is part of your underwear. In Australia it’s a sandal or flip flop !
I loved hearing about Kate online dating but would’ve loved more about it as that was my favourite part. There was a part about the kind of diets Kate has tried and I was thinking no way at them all for example the cabbage soup diet! This book left me feeling warm and fuzzy.
Must admit to wanting to strangle a few of the characters in the book. When you read it you’ll know who I mean.
The only down side to this book is I’ve got to wait until the next one! If you like cheeky and funny books this is the book for you.
Thanks goes to Hayley for writing it and providing me with a free copy in exchange for an honest review.
Making March was humorous and cheeky. It’s my perfect kind of book. The main character Kate has a cat called Ebony and every time there was a scene with her in it it made me think of my own cats as it sounded so like them! Throughout the book I was thinking they do that and that! Cats are comical and cheeky animals and Ebony was no exception. It was strange to see different words mean different things. Thongs in Britain is part of your underwear. In Australia it’s a sandal or flip flop !
I loved hearing about Kate online dating but would’ve loved more about it as that was my favourite part. There was a part about the kind of diets Kate has tried and I was thinking no way at them all for example the cabbage soup diet! This book left me feeling warm and fuzzy.
Must admit to wanting to strangle a few of the characters in the book. When you read it you’ll know who I mean.
The only down side to this book is I’ve got to wait until the next one! If you like cheeky and funny books this is the book for you.
Thanks goes to Hayley for writing it and providing me with a free copy in exchange for an honest review.
May 11, 2020
The main character Kate, can be easily relatable for those past their 30’s and still trying to figure it all out. At times the book gets a little rambling, but that can be to the amusement of the reader.
This was a hard book for me to rate as for me personally some sections felt like I could laugh along with the character, in others, I was bogged down by her use of every cliché available. I decided to rate it by general entertainment.
This was a hard book for me to rate as for me personally some sections felt like I could laugh along with the character, in others, I was bogged down by her use of every cliché available. I decided to rate it by general entertainment.
February 9, 2024
An easy read that will ring true on so many levels for middle-aged women. Plenty of laughs from the very first page. A few cringe moments that will remind us of our own hilarious misfortunes in life. Worth a read if you want a bit of fun in your day.
November 28, 2022
This book is funny and a great read. I had a lot of fun with it. I am very happy that I have found this author on twitter and had a chance to read this book. I will be back for more.
February 8, 2021
While the chapters follow diary dates and some entries especially closer to the end read more like a novel, much of the book reads like stand-up comedy, to me. I enjoyed several laugh-out-loud moments. The main character is turning 40, ranting about aspects of midlife that many of us can relate to--marriage, motherhood (I appreciated the then-and-now comparison about kid's birthday parties), teenage daughters, cats, dieting, career, friendships. The witty Aussie author even includes a sex toy party and mentions how kangaroos affect driving. If you've lived more than a few decades, you're bound to find at least some of it rings so true it'll tickle you.
August 15, 2021
This book had me laughing out loud and snorting with every diary entry. Kate says many of the things you might think to yourself but never say out loud, and I have to admit, I’ve had similar thoughts to those that appear in this series of diary entries. It’s a clever book, written as a daily diary throughout the entire month of February as Kate turns forty, madly prepares for the wedding of her friend, is attempting to manage her tumultuous love life (as well as dealing with her ex and monster child) and so much much more. Friends, family, internet dating, and every day life. Everything cops a serve.
Aussie author Hayley Walsh paints a vivid picture of Kate. Every word gives us more and more depth to this chaotic character. Each entry is bite-sized, so it’s a fantastic to read while waiting in the car. She, and Kate, get into your head quickly and it’s a delight to learn what Kate thinks of gender politics, career life nursing, booze, men, hens parties, marriage, internet dating, and Australian wildlife. Watch out for those spiders! So many of Kate’s musings are hilariously true. It’s a little like the naughty feeling of reading someone’s diary found in an old second hand bookshop. You just can’t look away. Hilarious. A great read.
Aussie author Hayley Walsh paints a vivid picture of Kate. Every word gives us more and more depth to this chaotic character. Each entry is bite-sized, so it’s a fantastic to read while waiting in the car. She, and Kate, get into your head quickly and it’s a delight to learn what Kate thinks of gender politics, career life nursing, booze, men, hens parties, marriage, internet dating, and Australian wildlife. Watch out for those spiders! So many of Kate’s musings are hilariously true. It’s a little like the naughty feeling of reading someone’s diary found in an old second hand bookshop. You just can’t look away. Hilarious. A great read.
December 12, 2020
This was a lovely cheery feel good romp which I really enjoyed reading. The main protagonist Kate was a very relatable lady (in fact I thought at times I was a little too like her 😂)
The book outlined her crazy month of February after her 40th birthday. Her husband had left her for another woman, her teenage daughter acts like the spawn of Satan most of the time, her best friend is getting married and she has numerous online dates to get through before the month is over. Will she make it to March?
At times the writing could ramble a bit with a lot of heavy description but it suited the character as she seemed like the type of lady who would see the devil in the detail. Once I was used to the detail I began to get into the swing of it and find her thoughts and antics very funny. I did titter a fair few times, just imagining the character of Marie (when you read it you will understand!)
There were characters to love and hate, inner monologues which had me giggling, and many thoughts that I related to on a personal level!! If you are after a feel good, light hearted novel this is one for you!
The book outlined her crazy month of February after her 40th birthday. Her husband had left her for another woman, her teenage daughter acts like the spawn of Satan most of the time, her best friend is getting married and she has numerous online dates to get through before the month is over. Will she make it to March?
At times the writing could ramble a bit with a lot of heavy description but it suited the character as she seemed like the type of lady who would see the devil in the detail. Once I was used to the detail I began to get into the swing of it and find her thoughts and antics very funny. I did titter a fair few times, just imagining the character of Marie (when you read it you will understand!)
There were characters to love and hate, inner monologues which had me giggling, and many thoughts that I related to on a personal level!! If you are after a feel good, light hearted novel this is one for you!
December 23, 2020
I just can’t imagine any woman of virtually any age not loving this book. It’s a hoot!
We can all relate to the main character and the trials and tribulations she goes through after she turns forty on the first of February and has doubts about making it to March. Been there, done that, but not quite like Kate! Just when you think things couldn’t get any worse, they do.
Hayley Walsh is a gifted writer with a real talent for a wonderful turn of phrase. Her characters are real – we all know a few of them – and we can all connect with some of the situations her main character becomes involved in. Who of us women hasn’t tried to lose weight? Who of us women hasn’t been involved in some way of other in a wedding party from hell? Who of us women hasn’t gone through a bad time with a teenage daughter? But Hayley makes us laugh about it.
A great read if you’re feeling good about your life, an even better read if you’re feeling hard done by. A must read to find out how Kate makes it to March!
We can all relate to the main character and the trials and tribulations she goes through after she turns forty on the first of February and has doubts about making it to March. Been there, done that, but not quite like Kate! Just when you think things couldn’t get any worse, they do.
Hayley Walsh is a gifted writer with a real talent for a wonderful turn of phrase. Her characters are real – we all know a few of them – and we can all connect with some of the situations her main character becomes involved in. Who of us women hasn’t tried to lose weight? Who of us women hasn’t been involved in some way of other in a wedding party from hell? Who of us women hasn’t gone through a bad time with a teenage daughter? But Hayley makes us laugh about it.
A great read if you’re feeling good about your life, an even better read if you’re feeling hard done by. A must read to find out how Kate makes it to March!
October 18, 2021
A funny, irreverent diary of an Australian woman who has a month to sort out all her problems. The list is long: she found her husband in bed with one of her friends and now has to pack up and move, she's overweight and drinks too much so she's bursting out of her bridesmaid's dress, she has a teenage daughter who dresses like death's sister and doesn't communicate, and she hasn't had a date in ages.
Along the way we are treated to her original views on a whole variety of topics, from the best sort of penis from the female perspective, to a review of the deadly creatures living in Australia and apparently ready to kill you at any moment.
The writer has a great turn of phrase and is often laugh out loud funny. The descriptions of her attempts at dating are hilarious. But the characters are stereotypes and with her excessive drinking and one-night stands, Kate herself comes across as a college student rather than a forty year old mother of a teenager. If her problems do get solved it's not because of anything she does to improve her life or any changes she makes. Four stars.
Along the way we are treated to her original views on a whole variety of topics, from the best sort of penis from the female perspective, to a review of the deadly creatures living in Australia and apparently ready to kill you at any moment.
The writer has a great turn of phrase and is often laugh out loud funny. The descriptions of her attempts at dating are hilarious. But the characters are stereotypes and with her excessive drinking and one-night stands, Kate herself comes across as a college student rather than a forty year old mother of a teenager. If her problems do get solved it's not because of anything she does to improve her life or any changes she makes. Four stars.
December 27, 2020
Definitely a Good Read
I looked forward to reading this as I have enjoyed my chats with Hayley and I wanted to read her book. Especially our chats while I read her book, oh man... Spiders and cars. That is all I am saying.
This is the first book of hers that I have read and now I can't wait to read more. I have two more of ber books and she is currently working on another book that I got a glimpse of and am looking forward to reading as well once she has finished it. Oh the waiting!
But in this book I felt attacked, I laughed, I cringed, I smiled and I just had a great time reading this book. It was fun reading it like you are reading someone's diary, going on an adventure with them in a different way. I have only read a few books like this and Hayley produced am amazing book through writing it in diary format.
Grab a copy and laugh, cringe, feel attacked, and at the end feel excited for the MC, Kate.
I looked forward to reading this as I have enjoyed my chats with Hayley and I wanted to read her book. Especially our chats while I read her book, oh man... Spiders and cars. That is all I am saying.
This is the first book of hers that I have read and now I can't wait to read more. I have two more of ber books and she is currently working on another book that I got a glimpse of and am looking forward to reading as well once she has finished it. Oh the waiting!
But in this book I felt attacked, I laughed, I cringed, I smiled and I just had a great time reading this book. It was fun reading it like you are reading someone's diary, going on an adventure with them in a different way. I have only read a few books like this and Hayley produced am amazing book through writing it in diary format.
Grab a copy and laugh, cringe, feel attacked, and at the end feel excited for the MC, Kate.
March 25, 2021
Making March is a really good read, full of funny and raunchy stories about a short period in the main character Kate's life. It is typical Australian humour which had me laughing chapter after chapter. In my opinion I think Hayley has a potential career in script writing for TV, particularly for female comedians, so Miranda Hart and Phoebe Waller-Bridge watch out for this lady.
I think the description of this book doesn't do it justice as it does not mention anything about just how funny the stories are. So if you want to lift your spirits and have a good laugh I recommend reading Making March.
I think the description of this book doesn't do it justice as it does not mention anything about just how funny the stories are. So if you want to lift your spirits and have a good laugh I recommend reading Making March.
August 28, 2020
An enjoyable read that is sure to make you giggle. Making March is in the form of a diary, written by Kate. Kate is relatively new to single life after her husband leaves her for one of their mutual friends. The story follows her life as she navigates single life, disastrous online dates and a potential relationship. Meanwhile, it's the lead up to a friend's wedding and Kate is trying to stay on track with her diet whilst dealing with an angsty teenage daughter.
A fun and cheeky read that'll transport you to Australia.
A fun and cheeky read that'll transport you to Australia.
February 8, 2021
Making March chronicles the month of February leading up to Kate's friend's wedding in March. Told in a journal format, Kate uses the private space to rant and reflect on the everyday life now that she has turned 40. She also has to weave through several pre-wedding events that include a cast of crazy characters that make life interesting. Though the protagonist has many unlikable traits, this is a quick, lighthearted read for women who can relate to her first world, low stakes problems.
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February 16, 2021
Sharp humour
Walshe has delivered a sharp, funny and very relatable story about a slice of life for a 40-something divorcee. As a journaller, I loved the honest and intimate prose that the protagonist Kate shares with the reader. And the particularly Australian language is refreshing and hilarious. Kate's trials and tribulations are so relatable, I found myself nodding and smiling - a lot!
A great short read.
Walshe has delivered a sharp, funny and very relatable story about a slice of life for a 40-something divorcee. As a journaller, I loved the honest and intimate prose that the protagonist Kate shares with the reader. And the particularly Australian language is refreshing and hilarious. Kate's trials and tribulations are so relatable, I found myself nodding and smiling - a lot!
A great short read.
July 17, 2020
Women rule!!
When I first picked up this book I thought women's rant.then I read more and started laughing!! OMG!! Every woman and man I know should read this. How many times have I felt all this and just wanted to scream! Hailey Walsh has brought everything a woman of a certain age has felt out and shown it to the world. No excuses now people!!
When I first picked up this book I thought women's rant.then I read more and started laughing!! OMG!! Every woman and man I know should read this. How many times have I felt all this and just wanted to scream! Hailey Walsh has brought everything a woman of a certain age has felt out and shown it to the world. No excuses now people!!
September 13, 2021
This book is hilarious.
The characters are very flaws and very humans !
I could not stop laughing from the beginning to the end!
I would highly recommend !
The characters are very flaws and very humans !
I could not stop laughing from the beginning to the end!
I would highly recommend !
June 12, 2023
Pithy, wry humour with an Australian flavour
Hayley’s story of a month of Kate’s life had me chuckling out loud many times. She has a good turn of phrase and certainly came up with some interesting similes for her character’s mishaps.
The book felt short but kept me entertained throughout. I suspect that a lot of the Australian references might go over the heads of people from other lands, but they work very well if you’re in the know.
If I was being picky, I’d point out the many typos and some grammar faux pas. I found Kate’s surname a bit of a cringy joke, but it only came up at the start of the book. Have a read if you want a good laugh.
Hayley’s story of a month of Kate’s life had me chuckling out loud many times. She has a good turn of phrase and certainly came up with some interesting similes for her character’s mishaps.
The book felt short but kept me entertained throughout. I suspect that a lot of the Australian references might go over the heads of people from other lands, but they work very well if you’re in the know.
If I was being picky, I’d point out the many typos and some grammar faux pas. I found Kate’s surname a bit of a cringy joke, but it only came up at the start of the book. Have a read if you want a good laugh.
February 16, 2022
This one wasn't for me at all, nice easy writing style, not difficult at all, I just couldn't stand the main character. She complains about people for example being glued to their smartphones...then is talking about how she can't find her charger and doesn't know what she'd do without it in the next breath. And how many dates does she go on while already sleeping with Andrew (who she definitely had no interest in at the beginning and was rather cutting about his appearance) then changes her mind and really likes him...but still goes on another date or 2?! Nope, not for me.
September 4, 2022
What a truly awful book. A cacophony of rants strung together to try and be amusing and failing dismally. What a grumpy woman. I know that dealing with a divorce can set off the moan button but this was ridiculous and the dating was just as over the top gross. It was so obvious that she would end up with Andrew. As to the baby such a sweet ending BUT is it really his she did have a fling on the cruise !
October 3, 2022
Hayley’s book was a fun, easy, and entertaining read! Written in the form of a journal, she welcomes the reader into her world, sharing her honest thoughts and opinions, without holding back. Great job!
July 12, 2024
A Fun Read
I really enjoyed this fun read. I particularly loved the realism with which it was written and I would think every woman has experienced parts of Kate’s life, I know I have.
I would certainly recommend Making March to anyone who loves a humorous and realistic read.
I really enjoyed this fun read. I particularly loved the realism with which it was written and I would think every woman has experienced parts of Kate’s life, I know I have.
I would certainly recommend Making March to anyone who loves a humorous and realistic read.
March 3, 2025
A good laugh
I just love the author’s sense of humour! The way she wrote Kate’s daily diary entries was so entertaining. And the end was a delicious surprise!
I just love the author’s sense of humour! The way she wrote Kate’s daily diary entries was so entertaining. And the end was a delicious surprise!
March 28, 2024
Written as a diary-like story, Making March centers on Kate, a recently divorced 40-something single mother to a terrible teenage daughter who is preparing to go to her sister’s wedding. In between wedding prep, hen’s day events, and an eventful cruise, Kate dates for the first time in years and also wonders if a relationship with a friend from her past could be just what she’s looking for. This quick, fun read is relatable, funny, and sometimes very get-off-my-lawn with Kate’s rants/opinions, but it is sure to entertain and delight fans of everyday, realistic romances.
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