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Mandy Schimelpfenig
@riverstonesaga.bsky.social
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Hopeful author, stressed vet tech, sarcastic wife and mother. Food is love. Sometimes I draw.
I write historical fantasy focusing on strong women, adventure, animal bonds, and incandescent happy endings.
https://linktr.ee/riverstonesaga
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As a #vettech, my days aren't just puppies and kittens, but today it was.
I needed that.
#vetmed #nomv #savinglives #vetnurse #vetstaff #bekind
November 7, 2025 at 2:17 AM
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With book 4 coming next year, now is the time to catch up on the series readers are staying up late to finish!
Book boxes available on my website: riverstonesaga.square.site
Delve into a world of political intrigue, strong women, animal bonds, romance, and adventure!
First book: The Rise of Riverstone. Enemies to lovers, Political web of lies, Don't mess with my sister. Second book: The Pride of Riverstone. I'd walk hundreds of miles to see you, Don't mess with my sister. Third book: Voyager of Riverstone. Princess in disguise, Found friendships, Don't mess with my sister.
November 2, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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How was your October #reading?
Found some spooky #books that had me questioning every bump and creak in the house!
#readingwrapup #readmore #tbr #spookyseason
Books I read in October. Top row L to R: Wilde in Love by Eloisa James, The Book of Witching by CJ Cooke, Incidents Around the House by Josh Malerman, We Used to Live Here by Marcus Kliewer. Bottom row L to R: The Ghostwriter by Julie Clark, At Dark I Become Loathsome by Eric Larocca, The Boy Who Drew Monsters by Keith Donohue, The Haunting of Paynes Hollow by Kelley Armstrong.
November 1, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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Book 4 in my #historicalfantasy Daughters of Riverstone series has a (broad) release date! Cover designer has been booked and editing is going strong. I'm so excited for everyone to become immersed in this Russian-inspired, arranged marriage romance with an assassination plot.
#writing #bookseries
The Riverstone Sacrifice Release Date October 2026
October 17, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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Not me plotting out the worldbuilding and rough ideas for book 5 while The Riverstone Sacrifice is in the hands of my beta reader...
Meanwhile, I worked on Milanote boards for several hours today. Book 5 awaits writing when TRS is wrapped up!
October 12, 2025 at 3:01 AM
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There are 2 hours left in the 3rd Annual PNW Author Book Sale located on the beautiful Washington coast! Take a day trip to the beach and support #indieauthors!
I'm here with copies of my #historicalfantasy Daughters of Riverstone and Beyond Riverstone series!
#booksale #bookevent #authorevent
BOOKS PNW Author Sale Escape from reality while supporting local authors. Oct 4, 10am-3pm 5000 N Street, Seaview, WA
October 4, 2025 at 8:03 PM
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TODAY!
Shop 30+ regional authors representing multiple genres!
I'll be there with copies of my #historicalfantasy Daughters of Riverstone and Beyond Riverstone series. Support local authors and spend the day at the beautiful Washington coast!
#bookfair #bookevent #booksale #books #indieauthors
PNW Author Book Sale Oct 4, 10am-3pm 5000 N Street, Seaview, WA
October 4, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Nothing beats meeting authors in person and seeing the joy on their faces when you buy their books! Shop real authors tomorrow from 10am-3pm in Seaview, WA, located on the beautiful Long Beach Peninsula!
#shoplocal #supportindieauthors #readmore #bookevent #bookfair
Third Annual PNW Author Book Fair Support local authors, shop for the holidays, and decimate your TBR! Peninsula Church Center 5000 N Street, Seaview, WA Oct 4, 2025 10am-3pm
October 4, 2025 at 1:01 AM
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Spend the day at the World's Longest Beach then browse books written by real authors with real gratitude! This Saturday in Seaview, WA!
I'll be there signing copies of my #historicalfantasy Daughters of Riverstone and Beyond Riverstone series!
#bookevent #booksale #bookfair #indieauthors #books
3rd Annual Book Fair A world of words awaits. Oct 4, 10am-3pm 5000 N Street, Seaview, WA 30+ authors! Multiple genres! Find something for every reader while supporting independent creators!
October 2, 2025 at 11:01 PM
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This Saturday! Enjoy a day at the beach and browse books written by 30+ regional authors. Your TBR won't thank you, but they will!
#booksale #bookevent #PNW #Washington #books #authorevent #indieauthors
Third Annual PNW Author Book Fair Meet 30+ regional authors including featured author Fredrick Cooper Oct 4, 10am-3pm Peninsula Church Center 5000 N ST, Seaview, WA
October 1, 2025 at 7:03 PM
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I'll be at the 3rd Annual PNW Author Book Fair located on the beautiful Washington coast! Shop local authors and enjoy a weekend at the beach!
#PNW #bookfair #authorevent #booksale #books #shoplocal #readmore #bookevent
Third Annual PNW Author Sale Oct 4, 10am-3pm Seaview, WA Meet 30+ regional authors representing multiple genres! Shop local and support independent authors!
October 1, 2025 at 12:01 AM
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This weekend! Come meet regional authors at the 3rd Annual PNW Author Book Fair! Multiple genres are represented and there's a raffle to win book baskets!
#bookevent #bookfair #authorevent #books #shoplocal #Washington #booksale
Third Annual PNW Author Book Fair What's your favorite book? You'll find it at the fair! Oct 4, 10am-3pm in Seaview, WA
September 30, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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Next Saturday! Come see me and 30 other #indieauthors at the 3rd Annual PNW Author Book Fair from 10am-3pm on the beautiful Washington coast.
I'll be signing copies of my #historicalfantasy Daughters of Riverstone and Beyond Riverstone series.
#bookfair #booksale #authorevent #books
PNW Author Book Fair Oct 4 Seaview, WA 10am-3pm Shop 30+ regional authors, including featured author Fredrick Cooper. An enrolled member of the Shoalwater Bay Tribe, Fred has authored four suspense-filled novels set in SW Washington and SE Alaska.
September 28, 2025 at 9:01 PM
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Do you live in the #PNW and want to meet some regional authors? Come see us at the 3rd annual PNW Author Book Fair Oct. 4 in Seaview, WA! Chat with 30+ authors, shop multiple genres, and enjoy a day at the beach!
#authorevent #bookfair #booksale #authorfair #books #shoplocal #readmore #bookevent
Third Annual PNW Author Book Fair Saturday, October 4 10am - 3 pm 5000 N ST, Seaview, WA 30+ Local Authors! Multiple genres! Find something for every book lover in your life!
September 27, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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Come see me and 30 other regional authors Oct 4 from 10am-3pm at the 3rd annual PNW Author Book Fair in Seaview, WA!
Meet authors, shop for the holidays, and add to your TBR!
#bookevent #authorevent #booksale #books #shoplocal #supportindie #indieauthors
September 27, 2025 at 12:01 AM
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Do you live in the PNW? Come check out the 3rd Annual PNW Author Book Fair in Seaview, WA Oct 4 from 10am-3pm. Myself and 30 other regional authors will be there! Our featured author is Fredrick Cooper, who writes suspense novels set in SW WA and AK.
#booksale #authorevent #supportindie #shoplocal
Save the Date! Books: The Rise of Riverstone, The King's Cure, The Pride of Riverstone, The Fox & The Nightingale, Voyager of Riverstone.
September 20, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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Last month took me on quite the reading adventure!
#readingwrapup #readmore #reading #tbr
Books I read in August Top L to R: An Ornithologist's Field Guide to Love by India Holton, Wild in Seattle by David Williams, Shelterwood by Lisa Wingate. Bottom L to R: Thorn Hedge by T. Kingfisher, The Cartographers by Peng Shepherd, Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V.E. Schwab.
September 2, 2025 at 2:41 AM
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The Rise of Riverstone is $0.99 worldwide for another hour!
Meet Risteard, a taciturn knight who approaches our FMC with a startling proposition that will make her question her loyalties and her own heart.
The saga beings: a.co/d/7BediCV
#historicalfantasy #medieval #politicalintrigue #romance
A figure crashed against the door, sending it flying into the wall. A knight in tarnished black armor emblazoned with a red eagle across the chest loomed in doorway. The Rise of Riverstone by Mandy Schimelpfenig
August 26, 2025 at 5:00 AM
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The Rise of Riverstone is $0.99 for 3 more hours!
Laria's story is one of tragedy and triumph, and it kicks off the Daughters of Riverstone #generationalsaga. If you love stories of strong women rising above their circumstances to control their fates, you'll love this series!
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"You're a daughter of Riverstone, Laria. No matter what these people do to you, don't ever forget." The Rise of Riverstone by Mandy Schimelpfenig $0.99 Kindle Sale
August 26, 2025 at 3:00 AM
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There are only a few hours left in the @narratess.com #Indieauthorsale! Browse 300+ books in the #fantasy, #scifi, and #horror genres!
If you haven't started my #historicalfantasy series readers can't put down, now is the time! Book 1, The Rise of Riverstone, is only $0.99!
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"I should have killed you when I had the chance!" "Yes. You should have." In the world of Riverstone, when fate is tempted, a woman will rise. The Rise of Riverstone by Mandy Schimelpfenig Indie Book Sale indiebook.sale Fantasy, Sci Fi & Horror August 23-25
August 25, 2025 at 11:02 PM
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Meet Laria, the #fmc in The Rise of Riverstone. When her world goes up in flames and she's forced to serve those responsible, she'll be faced with a choice: resign herself to misery or become the hero she never believed she could be.
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In general, I abhorred violence, but when justified, the prospect was satisfying indeed. The Rise of Riverstone by Mandy Schimelpfenig
August 25, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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The FMC in The Rise of Riverstone:
😜 is sassy
👩‍🦰 is cursed with red hair
🐎 prefers horses to people
🏰 is forced into servitude
🗡️ doesn't need his help
⚔️ ok, fine, we can work together
💕 ngl, he's alright
📖 wait, wtf?.
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She. Will. Rise. The Rise of Riverstone by Mandy Schimelpfenig Indie Book Sale 8/23-8/25.
August 25, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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Seriously, friends, there are so many books over at indiebook.sale all written by #Indieauthors and searchable by genre!
Pick up The Rise of Riverstone for only $0.99 or read for FREE on #KU!
#fantasy #indieauthorsale #booksale #indieaugust #supportindie
August 25, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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There's still a full day to browse all the books in the #indieauthorsale over at indiebook.sale! Over 300+ books by #indieauthors in the #fantasy, #scifi, and #horror genres.
Book 1 in my #historicalfantasy series is only $0.99 worldwide!
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August 25, 2025 at 6:00 AM
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Right now, the #historicalfantasy Daughters of Riverstone series is 3 books with another in progress. I also have a spin-off Beyond Riverstone series that's currently 2 books. If you love stories of strong women fighting for control of their fates, pick up The Rise of Riverstone: indiebook.sale
"The Rise of Riverstone is a coming of age story like no other." Begin the epic generational saga for only $0.99! Indie Book Sale indiebook.sale Fantasy, Scifi & Horror August 23-25
August 25, 2025 at 3:00 AM