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Mariah Stillbrook @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social · 1d

A literary scavenger hunt left behind by her estranged father leads 32 yo Lexus Autumn into a library full of family secrets. As she uncovers stories close to her heart, she welcomes a sapphic awakening, while once again learning to believe in magic and storytelling.

#DVPit #A #LF #LGBT

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Mariah Stillbrook @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social · 1d

Intriguing.

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Mariah Stillbrook @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social · 1d

A SAPPHIC LOVE STORY...

32 yo Lexus Autumn has just lost her estranged father and is wondering if divorce from a cheating husband comes with a fancy urn too.
👩‍❤️‍👩 Sapphic awakening
👙Bay beach
📚Literary scavenger hunt
🔏Family secrets
💰Mysterious inheritance
🔮Speculative

#DVPit #A #LGBT #LF

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Mariah Stillbrook @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social · 1d

FOR FANS OF ALISON COCHRUN

32 yo Lexus Autumn has just lost her estranged father and is wondering if divorce from a cheating husband comes with a fancy urn too.
👩‍❤️‍👩 Sapphic awakening
👙Bay beach
📚Literary scavenger hunt
🔏Family secrets
💰Mysterious inheritance
🔮Speculative

#DVPit #A #LGBT #LF

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Mariah Stillbrook @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social · 1d

Love the comps!

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Mariah Stillbrook @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social · 1d

A literary scavenger hunt left behind by her estranged father leads 32 yo Lexus Autumn into a library full of family secrets. As she uncovers stories close to her heart, she welcomes a sapphic awakening, while once again learning to believe in magic and storytelling.

#DVPit #LF #A #LGBT

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Mariah Stillbrook @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social · 1d

I had the pleasure of beta reading this one and it’s such a fun fall read!

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Reposted by Mariah Stillbrook

Diane Billas (she/her) queer YA author @dianebillas.bsky.social · 2d

I read some awesome books in September, including ones by @ericaroseeberhart.bsky.social, @writingwithreed.bsky.social, & @natalisimmonds.bsky.social. I also beta read manuscripts by @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social & @kristinawkelly.bsky.social that were so fun; I can't wait for them to get published!

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Mariah Stillbrook @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social · 10d

Check out my latest interview with @writingwithreed.bsky.social!

S.E. Reed @writingwithreed.bsky.social · 10d

It’s always so fun to interview indie authors!! 💕📝

Check out my latest chat with @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social

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Indie Author Spotlight, Episode 12

Indie Author Spotlight showcases one indie author at a time, interviewed by award-winning indie author, S.E. Reed. This episode features Mariah Stillbrook.

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Mariah Stillbrook @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social · 15d

I love when people send me pics of my books out in the wild!

Haven’t heard of IN THE PINES? If you’re into witchy ghost stories with feuding sisters, curses, scrying bowls, an enchanted retreat, and cinnamon rolls—then maybe it’s time you pick it up😉.

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Mariah Stillbrook @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social · 16d

I had an affair with my art prof, but that's not what my story is about. On my 21st bday I'm due to discover my blood runs thick with curses, that I'm a beither witch. And who's destined to hunt down my inner dragon? If you guessed my soulmate, you'd be correct.

#UnhingedPit #Q #NA #UF

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Mariah Stillbrook @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social · 16d

I had an affair with my art prof, but that's not what my story is about. Unfortunately I'm due to discover my blood runs thick with curses, that I'm a beither witch. And who's destined to hunt down my dragon? If you guessed my soulmate, you'd be correct.
#UnhingedPit #Q #NA #UF

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Mariah Stillbrook @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social · 17d

The trilogy is together at last!

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Mariah Stillbrook @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social · 23d

My next event is quickly approaching! If you're in Colorado then check out Read Between the Stars. I'll be signing books alongside so many fantastic fantasy and sci-fi writers!

When: Saturday October 4th, 2025
Where: Stanley Marketplace, Aurora, CO

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Mariah Stillbrook @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social · 27d

A magical touch, a cursed deck of oracle cards, and a journey into the shadows like no other.

Find out why readers are calling Hall of Shadows 'unapologetically intriguing.' Enter to win a signed paperback through Goodreads now through 9/19!

www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sho...

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Mariah Stillbrook @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social · 28d

A tale of love, magic, and sacrifice.

It's cover reveal day for THE CRONE OF LIGHT'S END, Book 3 in my Erwain Trilogy.

Releasing November 18, 2025!

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Mariah Stillbrook @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social · Sep 9

***BLURB REVEAL FOR THE CRONE OF LIGHT’S END***

A tale of love, magic, and sacrifice . . .

STAY TUNED FOR THE COVER REVEAL! I’ve had some seriously gorgeous covers but I’m telling you—you don’t want to miss this one.

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Mariah Stillbrook @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social · Sep 5

I'm hosting a Goodreads Giveaway for my YA horror/fantasy HALL OF SHADOWS!

If you're into found family, angst, oracle cards, dimensions, shadow work, all things witchy, and intrigue, then make sure you enter! This giveaway is running NOW through 9/19.

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Mariah Stillbrook @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social · Sep 2

Are you ready to walk with your storm?

I'm hosting a Goodreads Giveaway September 5-19. Five winners will receive a signed paperback copy of HALL OF SHADOWS so make sure you've added this book as 'want to read' on your GR account today!

www.goodreads.com/book/show/21...

Mariah Stillbrook @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social · Aug 29

Have you added HALL OF SHADOWS as want to read on Goodreads yet? I'm hosting a Goodreads Giveaway September 5th-19th! Five winners will receive a signed paperback of this 'unapologetically intriguing' YA horror/fantasy about a cursed deck of oracle cards.

www.goodreads.com/book/show/21...

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Mariah Stillbrook @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social · Aug 28

For those of you currently building your TBR for spooky season, here you go! This witchy ghost story has it all. Past lives, scrying bowls, angst, M/F F/F love triangle, animal familiars, and cinnamon rolls!

Also, pairs well with Practical Magic fans😉.

tr.ee/cBPhXHuTqC

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Mariah Stillbrook @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social · Aug 26

Today is Year of Queer Lit Bookblast! 300+ books are for sale or free.

For today ONLY on the Zon you can get all four of my books for $0.99!

Head here to check out all of the books on sale: yearofqueerlit.wordpress.com

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Mariah Stillbrook @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social · Aug 25

I'm participating in Year of Queer Lit Bookblast! All of my books will be on sale for $0.99 tomorrow ONLY!

yearofqueerlit.wordpress.com

Mariah Stillbrook @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social · Aug 22

Are you into faeries? How about forbidden love, self-discovery, pursuit of justice, and angst by the bucket loads?!

Then enter my Faery giveaway going on right now through Instagram and TikTok (@mariahstillbrook). Three winners will get a signed paperback of THE LOST ERWAIN!

Mariah Stillbrook @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social · Aug 19

I'm having a book giveaway! If you are on Instagram and or TikTok you can enter through the pinned posts in my profiles: @mariahstillbrook for both!