This image is the cover for the book A House in the Countryside

A House in the Countryside

“Did I want to die with the knowledge that I hadn’t given it my all? No, I did not…” This is the true story of William Halstead, a carefree and happy guy who succumbed to a horrific, relentless, and sometimes life-threatening gambling addiction. This eventually led him down a dark path towards serious mental health issues. A House in the Countryside is a short but compelling insight into the mind of an addict, the resulting psychological problems, and the impact this is having on many similar lives throughout society  – an awful disease from which happiness can be found again.

William Halstead

William Halstead is a writer from Yorkshire, England. He initially worked in finance for many years after leaving college, before turning to writing and blogging. In July 2021 he set up a community interest company called Laid Bear Recovery, to help people with gambling and mental health issues.

Austin Macauley Publishers