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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

It really is incredible. Thanks for your interest.😊

Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

This is the Hours of Jeanne d’Evreux — a prayer book so small it fits in the palm of your hand. It was made for Jeanne d’Evreux, Queen of France. I’m writing her story. For more info about this incredible manuscript: www.metmuseum.org/art/collecti... ⏳📚💙 #BookSky #HistoricalFiction

The Hours of Jeanne d'Evreux. 14th century French manuscript.
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Folios 15v-16r, The Betrayal of Christ / The Annunciation

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S J Alexander @5alexander.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

I unboxed a 1634 manuscript at #Dorset History Centre A chilling record of a Tudor merchant from Weymouth. At 16, John Bond survived "The Great Massacre" (St. Bartholomew's Day, 1572) in France. This is the history fueling my debut novel! #history #tudors #historicalfiction #authors #amwriting

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

After eight contemporary romance novels, I'm making a turn toward a story I've been carrying for twenty-five years. "A Little Book of Prayers" is a novel about Jeanne d'Évreux, the last Capetian queen of France, and her tiny Book of Hours ⏳📚💙 #BookSky #HistoricalFiction #Women

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

This is the Hours of Jeanne d’Evreux — an extraordinary prayer book so small it fits in the palm of your hand. It was made in the 14th century for Jeanne d’Evreux, Queen of France. I'm writing her story. #medievalmanuscripts #historicalfiction

The Hours of Jeanne d'Evreux. Folios 15v-16r, The Betrayal of Christ / The Annunciation

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

LOSE TO WIN is finally here! 🎉🍾 Sometimes, you have to lose what matters most… to win the love that was always meant to be. 💕 Amazon US: bit.ly/3UNdlxx Apple Books: bit.ly/3Jvb7k0 Nook: bit.ly/3HCyrM9 Kobo: bit.ly/4p9WuDd #SecondChanceRomance #ContemporaryRomance

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Only one week until you meet Phil and Claire! 🧡 Preorder today! Amazon US: bit.ly/3UNdlxx Apple Books: bit.ly/3Jvb7k0 Nook: bit.ly/3HCyrM9 Kobo: bit.ly/4p9WuDd Goodreads: bit.ly/45RpTcs

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

“Do you like to cook?” Phil checked the oven. “I get by,” she replied with smooth confidence. “Getting by” amounted to boiling ramen and heating a can of soup. He poured a glass of wine. “Here, taste this Sangiovese. It’s from a small Tuscan vineyard and one of my favorite wines.” #WIPSnips

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

Claire collapsed onto a bench, racked by uncontrollable sobs. She’d never forget that horrible day in the Mexican border town. The shouts and gunfire, the blood—Wyatt’s blood—pooled around his body. Police sirens and flashing red lights burned into her mind forever. #WIPSnips

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🌱 El(iza)beth 🌬️ K 🔥 T 🌊 @arachnereid.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

Reality is perception We see what we need to see #visions #WIPsnips : "difference"

No Eyes held her with her sightless presence. “It might be true. It might not be true. As you know, we see what we need to see at the time. And time is different in visions.”
Niwa felt too activated to know the difference. “Everything else in my visions was true.”
“How can you be sure?” No Eyes countered. “Reality is perception. Not fact. Even if it is true, you still saw many of your people that survived the attack. They knew it was coming. They are still there. You can still help them.”

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

Phil sprang to his feet. “I chose you!” The words rang out, filled with desperation. “And I chose you!” Tears welled in her eyes. Silence hung heavy in the air. He kept his eyes locked on her. They were at an impasse, and he didn’t know what he could say to make a difference. #WIPSnips

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

In the week since Claire had left Phil, she’d had an emergency appointment with her therapist, who, unsurprisingly, urged her to practice self-compassion. The techniques helped calm her anxiety, but they barely scratched the surface of the deeper work she needed to do. #WIPSnips

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

For our sweet Lola. Thank you for the days. 💕🐶🐾💕 *Lola was named after The Kinks song, but 'Days" is how I'll always remember her. 💔 #lola #rainbowbridge

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

Rodney dragged a hand down his face. “I heard about Mexico. We’re all devastated about Wyatt, but you could’ve been killed too.” She was alive. Her friend, Wyatt Reid, was dead. And two other lives changed forever. All her fault. Swallowing hard, she fought to hold back her tears. #WIPSnips

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 14/09/2025

“If you break the contract, I’ll sue you.” Victor’s mouth tightened. “Try that, and the entire music industry will find out how you sold your father’s catalog without his consent. Wouldn’t that tarnish your unblemished reputation right before you receive a lifetime achievement award?” #WIPSnips

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 13/09/2025

Sometimes, to win the love that matters most, you have to lose everything first. Preorder today! Amazon US: bit.ly/3UNdlxx Apple Books: bit.ly/3Jvb7k0 Nook: bit.ly/3HCyrM9 Kobo: bit.ly/4p9WuDd Goodreads: bit.ly/45RpTcs #comingsoon #booklover #romancereads #readingcommunity

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Sage T. Greene, Author @sagetgreene.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

worst>>>vibes✨ Some background on Laurel's ex-boyfriend, Carl, who is the worst. "Laurel didn’t even realize how bad she’d had it. She’d moved across the country for this guy—a man named Carl, of all things—and then he became a total emotional flake. Boooo, Carl." -Cupid #WIPSnips #BringMeADream

So here’s the thing with Carl. He and Laurel worked at the same big finance chain. He was in marketing, she was in tax consulting. They met at a conference in Nevada. They dated long-distance for a bit before he convinced her to move to Florida. She thought he was a romantic, but really, he was selfish. Then her webcomics became successful, and he convinced her to quit her job. She thought he was willing to support her while she followed her dreams, but really, he wanted to be the main provider, and when she started making more money than him, he was insecure and bitter.

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

"Victor told me if you don’t cooperate, you won’t get your father’s song catalog back.” The bottom fell out of his stomach. No. His worst mistake—the one he hadn’t figured out how to fix—was now in Claire’s hands. Not because he’d told her, but because Victor had. #WIPSnips

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

Phil stared, regret pressing down on him. He should have trusted her more. “I’m ashamed of what I did.” “You thought you’d lose me.” She blinked away tears. “Your father still loves you, Phil. You must believe that.” She regarded him with an aching half smile. #WIPSnips

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

What would you sacrifice for a second chance at love? 💫 Preorder today Amazon US: bit.ly/3UNdlxx Apple Books: bit.ly/3Jvb7k0 Nook: bit.ly/3HCyrM9 Kobo: bit.ly/4p9WuDd

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

Claire had always avoided this kind of petty emotion. In school, she kept a close circle of friends and managed to stay under the radar from mean girls like Rachel, who thrived on jealousy and drama with everyone outside their clique. #WIPSnips

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

"My parents will be home tomorrow. My dad remembers you, but you still need to meet my mom.” Phil let out a short breath. “In other words, no pressure.” The anxiety shadowing his features told a different story. She bit back a chuckle. Phil Rothstein, adorably nervous. #WIPSnips

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

“Is that you, Claire?” She turned to see a familiar face. “Hey, Jimmy. How are you?” Jimmy Doyle—short, middle-aged, with balls of steel. A legend among New York paparazzi for his ruthless ability to snag impossible shots. “Still chasing the rich and famous." #WIPSnips

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 07/09/2025

Victor’s footsteps echoed as he circled Claire, his dark eyes fixed on her with a faint smirk. “I didn’t realize you were an admirer of his,” he said, his tone edged with indignation. “Does it matter?” Victor’s features sharpened. “You tell me.” This back-and-forth was going nowhere. #WIPSnips

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 06/09/2025

The light was softer now and dust motes floated in the room. She lifted her camera and adjusted the focus to enhance the dreamlike mood. Sam rested his forehead against Liz’s, her expression serene. Claire snapped the shot and checked the photo. It captured their lovely, tender intimacy. #WIPSnips

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Mohannad Sayed @ms-writes.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

I've always wondered how far can I push a certain voice in the narrative? like, did i go a little bit overboard with the pros in his snip for example? #WIPSnips #WriteSky #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts #AmWriting

When they entered the room, the emergency lights spilled through the openings, lining the walls with jagged contours of claws, hunched figures, and twisted limbs. Hale couldn’t tell if they were beasts, or tricks of a brain drowning in cortisol and adrenaline, his amygdala hijacking perception into a survivalist’s nightmare.
The facility groaned—metal shifting, doors rattling, the unseen pressing against the structure like the whole place was breathing.
An event was unfolding on the edge of Hale’s peripherals.

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

The violent attack had reshaped her life, and the act of survival changed her forever. What continued to burden her wasn’t just the event itself—it was how she coped afterward. Her short hair, still feminine, yet infused with the strength of a survivor, symbolized that transformation. #WIPSnips

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

What would you sacrifice for a second chance at love? Join the Grey’s Promotions list for early access! bit.ly/4lckvpj @greyspromo #contemporaryromance #romancebooks #romancereads #booktok #readingcommunity #romancebooks #secondchanceromance

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

Claire headed down the street toward the Tin Building as the wind whipped around her. She buttoned her wool coat, quickening her pace as the brown leaves crunched under her heels. The lunch crowd huddled together on benches with steaming cups of coffee, lost in conversations. #WIPSnips

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 01/09/2025

“Phil, everyone saw that scorching kiss you gave Claire. Are you two a couple?" Jonathan asked. Phil held her gaze. “I’m with Claire and couldn’t be happier. Now, if you’ll excuse us.” A warm glow spread through her. She hadn’t expected him to say it publicly, and hearing it felt…magical. #WIPSnips

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 31/08/2025

Read my latest blog on Goodreads: Coming Soon: Lose to Win www.goodreads.com/author_blog_...

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Arun Shankar @dispatch48.bsky.social · 31/08/2025

Claire reminisces about her father's faith, especially how it transformed after her mother passed away. #WIPSnips #writingcommunity #writesky

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 31/08/2025

💯agree. It grabbed me at "Parish of scorn" and then grew sharper, seeing it through to the end, "See of spite." 🙌

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 31/08/2025

“This is about trust, Phil. You say you love me, yet you withheld the truth about the catalog, Victor, and Rachel until you had no other choice. Did you really believe I would leave you if you’d been honest with me? Do you have that little faith in me?” #WIPSnips

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 30/08/2025

October 16th can’t come fast enough.🔥🔥🔥 Join the Grey’s Promotions list for early access! bit.ly/4lckvpj @greyspromo *AI image* #contemporaryromance #romancebooks #romancereads #booktok #readingcommunity #romancebooks #secondchanceromance

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 30/08/2025

Claire took a second look at the doorknocker—a cast-iron skull, mouth wide open, and a peephole where the nose should be. Interesting taste, Ava. She held the lower jaw and knocked. The metal broke off. Shit. #WIPSnips

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 28/08/2025

What if your love story didn’t start in this lifetime? A soul-deep connection. A mystery that spans centuries. A steamy, unforgettable romance. 💙 Amazon: tr.ee/KUCpkA #RockStarRomance #SoulmateRomance #ReincarnationRomance #ContemporaryRomance #FatedMates

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 28/08/2025

Phil pressed the intercom. “Take the long way to the airport.” “Yes, sir,” the driver said. She eyed him. “Something tells me you’ve taken the long way to a few places before.” A broad smile stretched across his lips, deepening the lines around his eyes. “I never kiss and tell.” #WIPSnips

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

"The wound is the place where the light enters you" is a powerful quote by Rumi. In this scene, Claire recalls the quote from her self-help reading. She has PTSD and has chopped off her hair and caused self-harm. ➡️ I didn't have enough space to include quotation marks or add the correct citation.

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

The wound is the place where the light enters you. She stared at the shears that had been the source of so much pain. Her trauma was the wound, and the light was the healing. You couldn’t have one without the other. The path forward was clear: fully commit to therapy and stand on her own. #WIPSnips

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Kate McBrien @katemcbrien.bsky.social · 24/08/2025

Claire padded to the kitchen for a glass of water. A sunflower night-light cast a golden glow across the counter. She drank the water, placing the empty glass in the sink. Her mind circled the same three words: Victor. Catalog. Rachel. She struggled to make sense of what connected them. #WIPSnips

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