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Jaye Pool
@jayepool.bsky.social
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Author of exvangelical fiction novels MAKE ME FREE and TO DIE IS GAIN.

Website: http://jayepool.com

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#WIPSnips WOTD for today is “shirt”

A flashback - Micah’s first date with Steve — is it destiny, or is she signing up for misery?

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Snippet from my women’s fiction/litfic WIP: That Saturday, Micah drove to the Center of Science and Industry in downtown Columbus to meet Steve. As she parked, she caught a glimpse of him standing near the entrance, in a light grey polo shirt, khaki shorts, and sandals. Once she stepped out of her car, she gave herself a quick once-over — a floral off-white blouse, skinny jeans, and burgundy flats for a pop of color. She grabbed her tan satchel and walked toward her date.
November 12, 2025 at 11:33 AM
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#WIPSnips WOTD “burger”

I have lots of food, but no burger. Instead, I give you spaghetti, and a heaping helping of weaponized incompetence.

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Snippet from my women’s fiction / litfic WIP: Sitting across the small dining room table from Steve at their home, Micah opened her mouth and took in a forkful of spaghetti. "I thought you were going to eat early." He shook his head. "I was, but I got distracted, I guess. By the time I started dinner, you were almost home." As her teeth crunched the pasta, she looked away from her husband, whose self-satisfied grin evaporated. "What's wrong, honey?" She swallowed the shards of marinara-covered noodles. "Nothing." "I mean, what d'you think about dinner?" "It's not bad..." she trailed off as she attempted to pick up another portion of her meal with scraping tines.
November 12, 2025 at 11:26 AM
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#WIPSnips WOTD: “local”

Micah rides her bike through Marristone’s business district, and comes across an eye catching sign on a vacant storefront.

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Snippet from my women’s fiction/litfic WIP: The strength of the sun powered through the thick cloud cover, as the gentle breeze needled its way through the leaves of the oaks lining the streets. On a yellow bicycle, locks flowing with the wind, Micah made her way through Marristone's picturesque business district. She stopped to view the large-pane windows of a recently vacated storefront, once the home of a herbal apothecary. One window's sign was adorned with a blue background and golden rays from the top left corner. The bold white text stated: COMING SOON: A Fresh Start for Marristone: Rooted in Values
November 10, 2025 at 9:53 PM
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This is the “essence of Micah from my WIP in 60 seconds lol

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A quick drawing of Micah, my MC in my women’s fiction / litfic WIP. Woman, full lips, nose, mouth, and curly hair, in a blouse, chest-up rendering
November 10, 2025 at 4:08 PM
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#WIPSnips WOTD is “picture.”

Most of what I have for “picture” and the like are spoilers, so here’s the best I’ve got 😅

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Snippet from my women’s fiction / litfic WIP: The strength of the sun powered through the thick cloud cover, as the gentle breeze needled its way through the leaves of the oaks lining the streets. On a yellow bicycle, locks flowing with the wind, Micah made her way through Marristone's picturesque business district. She stopped to view the large-pane windows of a recently vacated storefront, once the home of a herbal apothecary. One window's sign was adorned with a blue background and golden rays from the top left corner. The bold white text stated: COMING SOON: A Fresh Start for Marristone: Rooted in Values
November 10, 2025 at 7:20 AM
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#WIPSnips WOTD is “nice”

When I saw this was the word, I knew I had to use this snippet 📚💙.

This one is from my latest release, TO DIE IS GAIN. Luke is sharing his experiences with sex ed with his best friend, Paul.

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Snippet from my litfic / road trip adventure novel, To Die Is Gain: Luke continued, "But I remember when we had sex ed in high school, our parents had to sign a permission slip to opt in. So, I just waited until my dad was really toasted on Guinness and bourbon, fucked up, nice nice, and I gave him the permission slip, just said it was for a school field trip or something, and he signed it. Didn't bother to read shit."
November 3, 2025 at 1:48 PM
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I’m here at Snapdragon Books with a limited supply - come on down! #cincyevents #nationalauthorsday
My table at Snapdragon Books on Bridgetown Road in Bridgetown/Cheviot, featuring Make Me Free and To Die Is Gain
November 1, 2025 at 6:07 PM
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#WIPSnips WOTD is “ancestor”

My debut novel, Make Me Free, touches on the connection between the dead and the living. The veil between the worlds is not so thick.

Want to read more? Check my link in bio 🖋️📚💙

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Snippet from my litfic / women’s fiction novel, Make Me Free: Our ancestors become saints because it is how we keep the departed alive forever.
November 1, 2025 at 2:56 PM
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Metro Beach in SE Michigan. It’s a suburban lakeside beach that’s located about 20 minutes from where I grew up (for context, I’ve lived away from my home state for ~25 years). It features in my novels, but I had never visited that park IRL until earlier this year.

It was overcast, but still neat.
Metro Beach, Harrison Twp, MI, on Lake St. Clair
October 26, 2025 at 7:29 AM
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#WIPSnips WOTD IS “lottery.”

Today I’m going with *vibes*🃏

From my WIP, I share with you a fun, competitive game of Spades ♠️

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Snippet from my exvangelical / women’s fiction WIP: "Micah, you better not renege!" Zaire cautioned in jest. "Girl, this ain't Detroit!" Micah shot back, highlighting her sister-in-law's hometown. "Nah, 'cause in Detroit, we know how to play spades!" As the game went on, it was Steve's turn. He surveyed the cards on the table: Derrick's king of hearts, Zaire's ten of the same suit, and Micah's low three of hearts. As he carefully reviewed his hand, Micah encouraged him, "You've got this, Bear. Remember what I taught you." "Sis, he's new to this. Don't pressure him too hard," Derrick advised. "Let the man think." "Don't worry about him, D. Worry about your team."
October 25, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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The occasional change of scenery is a little treat and motivator to myself. Writing at a local coffeehouse, or the park (on warmer days), are nice motivators. Even, when possible, visiting locations that are in my novels is a real treat.

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Red lighthouse with white trim, with a green lawn, grass, and rocks. Luna Pier, Michigan, USA.
October 25, 2025 at 12:17 PM
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#WIPSnips WOTD is “second”

When Steve asks for Herman’s blessing to marry his daughter Micah, he is hit by this veiled (not really) warning.

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Snippet from my WIP: Steve's eyes focused on the mountain of a man. "I grew up in the South, and we went hunting for squirrel. I was a good shot — we didn't have ammo to waste back in those days. And I improved on that skill in the US Marine Corps. I taught my son how to shoot, too, and he's damn good. And as Micah's probably told you, she and her brother are close. Now, I believe in the Second Amendment. So does he." Herman swallowed a spoonful of chicken noodle soup. "Just so you know." "I understand."
October 21, 2025 at 8:20 AM
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#WIPSnips WOTD is “trial”

In this, Micah and her friend/ex-boyfriend Finn discuss what separation from her husband means. Folks are messy in my WIP y’all 😂

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"Moppie, a separation helps. You can decide what you want without all the noise, and what you don't want. And with being without your partner, it's like a trial divorce. Are you better off with him, or without him?" Micah sighed. "Do I really wanna know?" Finn laughed softly. "I get it, but it's about what you need to know, and if you have the courage to do what you need to do to make your life better, no matter how difficult it might be. Life is too short to be so miserable."
October 19, 2025 at 1:05 PM
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#WIPSnips WOTD is “care.”

Micah considers the difference between her husband and her ex-boyfriend while showering, subtly rethinking her life choices. This scene is a little suggestive, but nothing graphic.

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Snippet from my women’s fiction / faith deconstruction fiction WIP: The splash of the water droplets against the shower floor entranced Micah as she ran th taped navy cloth over het hips She then filled it with water and rung it out, placing it on the railing attached to the wall behind her. Finn spoiled me, she thought as she rinsed off her zaftig body. I love Steve, but I wish be cared about my experience like Finn did.
October 15, 2025 at 9:31 AM
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My WIP runs on “hope” — the #WIPSnips WOTD 💙📚

So many options, but I really like this snip, because it illustrates the difference in outlook between Micah and her ex-boyfriend Finn.

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Snippet from my litfic / women’s fiction / faith deconstruction fiction WIP: "Micah, can I tell you the truth?" "Of course. You're going to, anyway." Finn cleared his throat. "People are who they have always been. You can't expect anything more, or anything less. Your problem is that you've always looked at the potential — the hope for improvement. But I believe in accepting what is, and not what might be."
October 12, 2025 at 11:19 AM
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From the Moon I Watched Her by Emily English Medley inspired me to write (again). It was the first faith deconstruction fic I’d read, & I related strongly to it. Also, the complicated relationship between the MC & her mother truly hit home. It compelled me to write my own story.
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The cover of the literary fiction / faith deconstruction fiction novel From the Moon I Watched Her by Emily English Medley. Shadowy image of a young girl in profile with drawn pink, purple, brown, and orange flames behind her.
October 9, 2025 at 7:59 PM
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This weekend, I had a table at Cincinnati Fall Fest in Washington Park. It was a great time. The coolest part was meeting a mom and two kids, and sharing with her curious son (who made a beeline for my *adult* book because of the Jeep 😱) about why I write 💙📚

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My table at Cincinnati Fall Fest, covered by a turquoise plastic tablecloth. On top are my books, Make Me Free and To Die Is Gain, a toy Jeep, bookmarks, business cards, flyers, and a felt sandwich board. In front of the table is a poster board stating, “Books for Readers including LIONS FANS” Closeup of my table at Cincinnati Fall Fest, covered by a turquoise plastic tablecloth. On top are my books, Make Me Free and To Die Is Gain, a toy Jeep, flyers, and business cards.
October 6, 2025 at 11:35 AM
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I’ll be at Cincinnati’s Washington Park tomorrow 10/4 from 10-6 for Artisan Fall Fest, signing my novels Make Me Free and To Die Is Gain. I’ll have paperbacks on sale 😀
Covers of the novels MAKE ME FREE and TO DIE IS GAIN against a fall-themed fallen leaves background Book SALE & SIGNING Come to Cincinnati Fall Fest at Washington Park, OTR, and meet Jaye, buy your copy of Make Me Free or To Die is Gain, and have her sign it! Saturday October 4, 2025 10:00am-6:00pm 1230 Elm St Cincinnati, OH 45202 LIMITED COPIES AVAILABLE, SO COME EARLY!
October 3, 2025 at 5:32 PM
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#WIPSnips WOTD is “hibernate” 😴

Vibes of hibernation brought to us by Luke in my latest release, TO DIE IS GAIN. He is plagued by obsessive thoughts. His sleep is out of whack & impacting his life.

🖋️📚💙

Link in bio for more 📚

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Snippet from my latest release, To Die Is Gain. Luke sat in a navy chair against the wall of a light-blue painted waiting room. His head rested on the wall, and his eyes were closed. Did I wash the dishes? Did I wash the dishes? Did I wash the dishes? I wish these thoughts would go away. I'm behind on my labs. I need to stop oversleeping when I have class in the morning. Dr. Simmons is gonna fail me, I'm sure of it. I wish Rachel would clean up behind herself. Did I wash the dishes? Did I wash the dishes? Did I wash the dishes? I could use a drink. But when I drink, I sleep late. "Luke?"
October 3, 2025 at 2:06 PM
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#WIPSnips WOTD is salmon 🍣

In my writing, I like using meals as a way to convey the nature of interpersonal relationships. Here’s one snippet 🥣

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Snippet from my WIP: Once dinner was ready, Savannah and Abby set the table, and the latter called the children to gather for the meal. Noah got up from the baseball game to sit with his family and their guest while two young girls — a blonde and a redhead — scurried down the staircase and joined the others. The spread was fit for a king: Salmon soup, Micah's Johnny Marzetti, roasted potatoes, and yeast rolls. Waiting in the wings for dessert, berry crumble and apple pie sat on deck, along with local Loos ice cream in the freezer. After everyone was served, Abby called out, "It's time to say 'grace."'
October 2, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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Cincy peeps — this Saturday 10/4, I’ll be at the Cincinnati Fall Fest at Washington Park, signing my novels Make Me Free and To Die Is Gain! Paperbacks will be on sale at event pricing, and I love talking about all things writing, etc. Come down, share this too! 🖋️📚💙

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Covers of my novels, Make Me Free and To Die Is Gain, with the text: Book SALE & SIGNING Come to Cincinnati Fall Fest at Washington Park, OTR, and meet Jaye, buy your copy of Make Me Free or To Die is Gain, and have her sign it! Saturday October 4, 2025 10:00am-6:00pm 1230 Elm St Cincinnati, OH 45202 LIMITED COPIES AVAILABLE, SO COME EARLY!
October 2, 2025 at 11:52 AM
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Happy October 🍂

#WIPSnips WOTD is “river”

Surprisingly, not many instances of “river” so far in my WIP, where the MC hails from a riverside city, but here’s one.

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Snippet from my women’s fiction / deconstruction fiction WIP: "So, what do you do nowadays? Any kids?" Micah looked away, then back at the smooth-skinned, bespectacled man sitting across from her. "No kids. I'm an office manager at a university in Losant Ohio, where I live now." "Losanti, huh? How is it there?" "It's alright. It's a bit warmer than here, we get all four seasons, and it's right on the Ohio River. It's paradise on earth if you're born and raised there, but if you're not…..Lord, help you." Julian cringed. "Oh, damn. You're from Columbus, right." "Yeah." "How'd you end up in Losanti?" "My husband's from there."
October 1, 2025 at 8:59 AM
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#WIPSnips WOTD is “bear.”

Steve from my WIP: Today’s my lucky day!

🐻

In this snip, he arrives home to his wife cooking his favorite meal, and he knows for sure something’s up.

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Snippet from my women’s fiction / deconstruction fiction WIP: The door opened, and a couple of minutes later, Steve entered the kitchen. "Wow, this house smells great…what you got cookin'?" Clad in a tan apron over her navy A-line skirt and light blue button-down blouse, Micah briefly turned around to see her husband. "Steak and green beans, Bear." He leaned against the doorway, his black polo shirt unbuttoned to display a tuft of dark chest hair. "You've got steak going…must be something going on. What do you have to tell me, hun?" Micah turned off the burner and plated the food. "I can't just cook a nice dinner for my husband?"
September 29, 2025 at 11:52 AM
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#WIPSnips WOTD is “leave”:

In this scene, grad students letting loose on a Friday night discuss another colleague with a nasty attitude.

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Snippet from my deconstruction litfic WIP: Valentina downed her drink. "Julia brings down the vibe. I don't know why you keep inviting her out, Woojin." "She is part of our cohort, so it would be weird to leave her out." "I don't know what her problem is. She seems to have it out for you, Micah." "Whatever it is," Finn added, "she needs to get over it."
September 24, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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#WIPSnips WOTD is “skill”

Switching it up and posting a snip from my debut novel, MAKE ME FREE. Community theater is on the menu 🩷

🖋️📚💙 / 📚❤️

Link in bio for more on MAKE ME FREE, including a limited time sale on the ebook 📚

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Snippet from my debut deconstruction fic / women’s fiction novel, MAKE ME FREE: Tim, a fifteen-year veteran of community theater and sketch comedy, gave an explanation to his compatriots. "So, a skill we want to work on as a group is our physic-ality. It's not just about memorizing our lines. It's about how we say them, it's about our body language, and it's about utilizing the physicality called for by the scene. This scene is a good example. So, let's start with the Second Act, Scene I, and the line from Gwendolen, 'Personally, I cannot understand...'"
September 23, 2025 at 3:23 PM