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Jennifer van der Kleut - THE BETTER MOTHER is out 2.10.26!

@jennvdk.bsky.social

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Thriller/suspense writer. Rep'd by @jennaschmenna Jenna Satterthwaite at Storm Literary Agency. My debut suspense/thriller novel THE BETTER MOTHER due out in Feb. 2026 from @crookedlanebooks !

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Jennifer van der Kleut - THE BETTER MOTHER is out 2.10.26! @jennvdk.bsky.social · Apr 8

This is bittersweet. I hoped my Dad, who inspired me to write this, would be with us for its release, but sadly he's in his last days. I dedicate this to him. Thank you to my agent @jennaschmenna.bsky.social @stormliterary.bsky.social and @hollyingraham.bsky.social at @crookedlanebooks.bsky.social!

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Jennifer van der Kleut - THE BETTER MOTHER is out 2.10.26! @jennvdk.bsky.social · 2d

For so long, there's nothing to report. But as we are 4.5 months out from release date now, I thought I'd share a Substack post about what this stage of the journey looks like!

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#BookSky #AuthorSky #WritingCommunity

Wow, Someone Stepped on the Gas!

We went from zero to 60 on the debut novel front!

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Crooked Lane Books @crookedlanebooks.bsky.social · 6d

A woman ends up pregnant after a casual fling, but the father's girlfriend has much more sinister intentions in @jennvdk.bsky.social's 🍼THE BETTER MOTHER👶 a plot-driven suspense debut.

#ewgc #libraryreads

Request on Netgalley: https://loom.ly/VWsE26k

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Jennifer van der Kleut - THE BETTER MOTHER is out 2.10.26! @jennvdk.bsky.social · 6d

Calling all thriller/suspense lovers! Are you on #Goodreads? My publisher @crookedlanebooks.bsky.social is doing a g1veaway! 5 winners will each win a copy of my book! Follow the link below to enter by October 19th! 😁

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Jennifer van der Kleut - THE BETTER MOTHER is out 2.10.26! @jennvdk.bsky.social · 9d

Thank you!!

Jennifer van der Kleut - THE BETTER MOTHER is out 2.10.26! @jennvdk.bsky.social · 10d

One year ago today my first finished manuscript went on sub 😊🙏🏻 Today I am working on pre-launch marketing and patiently waiting for Feb 10th when it will be out in the world! I am so incredibly grateful!

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Jennifer van der Kleut - THE BETTER MOTHER is out 2.10.26! @jennvdk.bsky.social · 10d

Yes I’m working on book 2 😀

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Jennifer van der Kleut - THE BETTER MOTHER is out 2.10.26! @jennvdk.bsky.social · 10d

So honored to be included in this Nerd Daily’s roundup of awesome 2026 releases, written by the fabulous @rebeccakanner.bsky.social !

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Jennifer van der Kleut - THE BETTER MOTHER is out 2.10.26! @jennvdk.bsky.social · 10d

Thank you!

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Jennifer van der Kleut - THE BETTER MOTHER is out 2.10.26! @jennvdk.bsky.social · 12d

I am sooooo excited to announce that I am a featured expo author for #TheCreepyBookClub Retreat Feb. 19-22 at in Scottsdale AZ with @kairarouda.bsky.social @jasonrekulak.bsky.social @heathergudenkauf.bsky.social and other amazing thriller authors! Tix available online at TheCreepyBookClub.com

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Jennifer van der Kleut - THE BETTER MOTHER is out 2.10.26! @jennvdk.bsky.social · 16d

Thank you!! 🥰

Jennifer van der Kleut - THE BETTER MOTHER is out 2.10.26! @jennvdk.bsky.social · 16d

Ahhh I can't stop smiling over these early reviews of my debut thriller THE BETTER MOTHER on @netgalley.bsky.social and
Goodreads! Just wanted to share a few of my faves. TBM is a "Most Requested Book" on NG and available for preorder now! 🥳❤️ #BookSky #AuthorSky #WritingCommunity #TheBetterMother

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Jennifer van der Kleut - THE BETTER MOTHER is out 2.10.26! @jennvdk.bsky.social · 22d

Thank you @crookedlanebooks.bsky.social ! My cover is finally HERE!! #BookSky #AuthorLIfe #WritingCommunity #coverreveal #books

Crooked Lane Books @crookedlanebooks.bsky.social · 22d

📣Check out the official #coverreveal for @jennvdk.bsky.social's 🤰THE BETTER MOTHER🍼 on People!

Coming 2/10/26, you can preorder now!

https://loom.ly/WRYaFK4

#thrillerbooks #thelastmrsparrish #fatalattraction

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Jennifer van der Kleut - THE BETTER MOTHER is out 2.10.26! @jennvdk.bsky.social · 25d

I’m so excited to finally get to share the cover of my debut thriller THE BETTER MOTHER this coming Tuesday the 16th…and even MORE excited at the surprise guest that will helping to reveal it! Stay tuned! #Booksky #Authorsky #WritingCommunity

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Jennifer van der Kleut - THE BETTER MOTHER is out 2.10.26! @jennvdk.bsky.social · 28d

Exciting things are happening! Next week - cover reveal and ARCs up on @netgalley.bsky.social! So, I'm forming a street team and you can earn free bookish swag! Apply here if interested! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

a woman in a black dress is dancing and holding a cell phone .

ALT: a woman in a black dress is dancing and holding a cell phone .

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Jennifer van der Kleut - THE BETTER MOTHER is out 2.10.26! @jennvdk.bsky.social · Sep 8

#AuthorSky: Ever wondered whether the price of attending a book convention is worth it? Here’s my take after spending the past 5 days at #Bouchercon2025:

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Book Conventions: Worth It For Authors?

Wrapping up my very first visit to a book convention: Bouchercon in New Orleans!

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Jennifer van der Kleut - THE BETTER MOTHER is out 2.10.26! @jennvdk.bsky.social · Sep 7

Hmmm, you know that's actually not a bad idea! Thanks!

Jennifer van der Kleut - THE BETTER MOTHER is out 2.10.26! @jennvdk.bsky.social · Aug 25

Hey bookish community! I’m on a hunt for comps for my next MS! It’s about a celebrity gossip/news reporter who is blamed, harassed, and attacked after publishing a big star’s secret, and then things get dicey when the star dies. Any suggestions?? ❤️❤️ #AuthorSky #BookSky #WritingCommunity

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Jennifer van der Kleut - THE BETTER MOTHER is out 2.10.26! @jennvdk.bsky.social · Aug 20

I have news! And it's a little crazy how I found out! 😂

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How I Found Out I Got An Audiobook Deal

Spoiler alert....I read it. Online.

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Jennifer van der Kleut - THE BETTER MOTHER is out 2.10.26! @jennvdk.bsky.social · Aug 18

Your support of debut authors like me means the world! Here are two ways you can help me (and others) today, right from your phone or computer! 😃🙏

Request 'THE BETTER MOTHER' novel/thriller by Jennifer van der Kleut everywhere books are available! #AuthorSky #BookSky

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Jennifer van der Kleut - THE BETTER MOTHER is out 2.10.26! @jennvdk.bsky.social · Aug 12

Question....I like supporting authors by preordering their books. But it sucks when they don't arrive until several days AFTER pub day. But I also know preorders are so important to them! I hate not being able to post pics or take them to launches to be signed...but what do I do? #AuthorSky #BookSky

Jennifer van der Kleut - THE BETTER MOTHER is out 2.10.26! @jennvdk.bsky.social · Aug 6

A fellow author just sent me this screenshot that a library system in CA (I live in VA) just ordered several copies of my debut even tho it’s more than 6 mos out and….. 😱🥹😭 #AuthorSky #WritingCommunity

Jennifer van der Kleut - THE BETTER MOTHER is out 2.10.26! @jennvdk.bsky.social · Jul 31

I forgot July had a 31st day and all morning keep thinking today is Aug 1st. So yeah, I feel super smart today. How are you?

Jennifer van der Kleut - THE BETTER MOTHER is out 2.10.26! @jennvdk.bsky.social · Jul 30

Happy #NationalPaperbackBookDay to all! Go read a nice floppy paperback! ☀️🕶️

Jennifer van der Kleut - THE BETTER MOTHER is out 2.10.26! @jennvdk.bsky.social · Jul 30

Right?!

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Jennifer van der Kleut - THE BETTER MOTHER is out 2.10.26! @jennvdk.bsky.social · Jul 29

I just read a book review where the reviewer referred to the FMC’s story as “her coming-of-rage” and I love that idea 😄🙌 #AuthorSky #BookSky #WritingCommunity

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