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Claire Buss

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Author. Mum. Reader. The Kat Kritchley Chronicles #yafantasy ~ The Gaia Collection #hopefuldystopia ~ The Roshaven Books #humorousfantasy ~ Little Books of Verse #poetry ~ Deputy Editor of Write On!

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Claire Buss @grasshopper2407.bsky.social · May 30

When Kat Kritchley stumbles into a magical temp agency, she unlocks powers, uncovers secrets—and takes her first step into a hidden world ruled by vampires, spells, and danger.

Perfect for fans of urban fantasy, found family, and fierce heroines.

Out now: www.amazon.co.uk/Awaken-Kat-K...

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Claire Buss @grasshopper2407.bsky.social · 18d

If you've been waiting for your next humorous fantasy audiobook, this is your sign to grab your copy of The Rose Thief!

Available everywhere: books2read.com/u/mBNNEN

Claire Buss @grasshopper2407.bsky.social · 21d

I think The Rose Thief is full of little humorous snippets that just have you quietly sniggering now and then as you read/listen. It was never meant to be fully laugh-out-loud, more of a indulgent grin throughout vibe.

The Rose Thief audiobook books2read.com/u/mBNNEN

Claire Buss @grasshopper2407.bsky.social · 22d

When I was recording The Rose Thief, I just could not pronounce "cavlacade"

My sound guy heard me say every which way you could under the sun and I still didn't get it right lol. He had to spell it out phonetically for me in the end.

Is there a word you struggle to pronounce?

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Claire Buss @grasshopper2407.bsky.social · 25d

I just want to say a BIG THANK YOU to everyone who has taken the time to review one of my books.

I don't think you realise how amazing it is for authors to get reviews from people we don't know. It means you saw our book and thought - yeah, alright then, I'll give this a go.

You're amazing ⭐

the word thank you is written in gold

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Claire Buss @grasshopper2407.bsky.social · 28d

What was the last audiobook that totally pulled you in?

#audiobook #favbook #booksky

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Claire Buss @grasshopper2407.bsky.social · Oct 1

The Rose Thief has a prologue of sorts - it's not long and it's not a round up of historical events - I tried to entice you to come on in and listen to my story...

The Rose Thief audiobook is now available from your favourite retailer: books2read.com/u/mBNNEN

Claire Buss @grasshopper2407.bsky.social · Sep 29

The biggest challenge recording my humorous fantasy book The Rose Thief was building a homemade soundproof (ish) studio but I figured it out!

Read about my process here: pentoprint.org/write-on-fea...

What do you think makes a great audiobook narrator?

The Rose Thief: books2read.com/u/mBNNEN

Claire Buss @grasshopper2407.bsky.social · Sep 26

When do you listen to audiobooks the most - commute, gym, bedtime?

For me, it's mostly when doing chores 🎧📖

#audiobooks #amreading

Claire Buss @grasshopper2407.bsky.social · Sep 24

💬 “It's Two-Face Bob! E'ee's been murdered!”

Just a snippet from The Rose Thief. Curious what happens next? 🎧

Find it here 👉 books2read.com/u/mBNNEN

Claire Buss @grasshopper2407.bsky.social · Sep 22

🎧 The wait is over! My audiobook The Rose Thief is live across multiple platforms.

If you’re looking for a witty, irreverent fantasy adventure with mystery, magic, and humour, this one’s for you.

Start listening 👉 books2read.com/u/mBNNEN

#audiobookrelease #amlistening #rosethief #humorousfantasy

Claire Buss @grasshopper2407.bsky.social · Jul 4

I wrote an article about my experience recording my own audio books and offering some top tips:

pentoprint.org/write-on-fea...

Claire Buss @grasshopper2407.bsky.social · Jun 9

I recently had a chat with my pal Chris over on her podcast Books and Tunes if you fancy a listen:

westwiltsradio.com/shows/18-080...

#18-080625 BOOKS AND TUNES with Chris Penhall – West Wilts Radio

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Claire Buss @grasshopper2407.bsky.social · May 30

Also available in ebook: books2read.com/u/4Arpo0

Available now at your favorite digital store!

Awaken: The Kat Kritchley Chronicles by Claire Buss

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Claire Buss @grasshopper2407.bsky.social · May 30

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Claire Buss @grasshopper2407.bsky.social · May 13

✨ When Kat Kritchley stumbles into a magical temp agency, she unlocks powers, uncovers secrets—and takes her first step into a hidden world ruled by vampires, spells, and danger.

🧛‍♀️ Vampires
🔮 Magic
🕵️‍♀️ Hidden truths

Perfect for fans of urban fantasy, found family, and fierce heroines.

OUT 30 MAY

Claire Buss @grasshopper2407.bsky.social · May 9

Awaken, The Kat Kritchley Chronicles, Book 1

Perfect for fans of The Mortal Instruments and The Magicians, this sharp, fast-paced urban fantasy will leave you breathless and begging for more.

OUT 30 MAY

Pre order ebook here: books2read.com/u/4Arpo0

Claire Buss @grasshopper2407.bsky.social · May 1

A mysterious job, awakening powers, and a dark family secret – Kat Kritchley is about to discover magic is the least of her problems.

Awaken, The Kat Kritchley Chronicles, Book 1

New YA Fantasy pre-order on ebook NOW books2read.com/u/4Arpo0

Releases 30 May paperback & ebook

#booksky #newrelease

Claire Buss @grasshopper2407.bsky.social · Apr 30

1 Month Today!!

Awaken is out 30 May in paperback and ebook.

Pre-order your ebook here: books2read.com/u/4Arpo0

A mysterious job, awakening powers, and a dark family secret – Kat Kritchley is about to discover magic is the least of her problems.

#booksky #newrelease #yafantasy

Claire Buss @grasshopper2407.bsky.social · Apr 1

Editing editing editing editing. That final polish takes almost as long as writing the damn thing! Coffee needed.

Claire Buss @grasshopper2407.bsky.social · Mar 30

Finished Our Wives Under The Sea by Julia Armfield.

Odd yet profoundly moving. Written in short digestible chapters giving you space to reflect and process the grief.

Claire Buss @grasshopper2407.bsky.social · Mar 26

**The pre-order for Awaken is up! Releases on ebook and paperback 30th May**

This is the universal link which will take you to Kobo, Barnes & Noble, Apple Books, Smashwords etc (Google Books is incoming)
books2read.com/u/4Arpo0

OR you can just Amazon it 😅

#yafantasy #newbook

Claire Buss @grasshopper2407.bsky.social · Mar 24

#MondayMotivation #WritingCommunity

"You learn by writing short stories. Keep writing short stories. The money's in novels, but writing short stories keeps your writing lean and pointed." Larry Niven

Claire Buss @grasshopper2407.bsky.social · Mar 16

My non writing hobby/pastime is karate. I train with my kids and we do regular competitions. Won Silver this weekend at Senior Open Kumite 🥈🥋 how was your weekend?

Claire Buss @grasshopper2407.bsky.social · Mar 13

What a glorious cover!

Claire Buss @grasshopper2407.bsky.social · Mar 13

I have, I have! 😅