Hey Strangers!
August is off to a rough start, and I’m a bit behind in writing this, in Strangers 3 edits, and in other life responsibilities, so here’s to hoping the rest of the month is kind to me!
As mentioned above, I’m a bit behind on S3 edits. However, I’m hoping to get tunnel vision ASAP to get through the rest and get this over to my editor by the end of September.
I sent my first draft to my Kindle to read through it and take notes on what edits to implement. That part is over, so now I’m actually applying said edits. It’s going slower than I’d like, but this was the messiest first draft I’ve ever written, so A LOT of work needs to be done, including adding eight more chapters and expanding on another handful.
But I love revisions. To me, drafting is gathering sand to build sand castles later. And I’m finally making some castles, so I just need to sit down, get cozy, and finish building the empire.
Other S3-related things are just starting to happen, such as putting a deposit down on the last three character art prints for preorder goodies. So far, Rosie has made Gemma, Theo, Draven, Nora, Zay, and Caleb for me. I CAN’T WAIT to show who the last three characters are. Have any guesses? Reply to this email to leave a comment on this post letting me know! I should get some first drafts sometime in September, so that’s exciting! My book is due to my editor in early fall, and then I’ll be gearing up to work with Emily to get a cover made.
So all the exciting things are afoot! But I’m withholding a release date until I know for absolute sure I can deliver. Book two came out in October 2024, so I understand it’s been a while. And there’s a lot of wondering when the finale is coming, so all I can do is promise that it is finally coming! But please be patient with me a little longer as I wait to release an exact date. All I can say for sure is it’s definitely 2027, and not this year.
My fall calendar has filled up rather quickly! I’m still waiting to hear about one more event I’m hoping to add soon, but in the meantime, there are FOUR opportunities to see me this fall. Most are in September, and one is currently scheduled for November, so come see me at any of the below!
Better Off Read Summer Book Festival
Saturday, September 5th 2026
11 am – 5 pm
Artpark
450 S 4th St, Lewiston, NY 14092
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Author Signing
Saturday, September 12th 2026
2 pm – 4 pm
Barnes & Noble
Pittsford Plaza
3349 Monroe Ave, Rochester, NY 14618
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Cozy Chapters: A Scholastic Style Book Fair for Adults
Saturday, September 26th 2026
11 am – 3 pm
Cobblestone Arts Center
1622 NY-332, Farmington, NY 14425
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Booked in Buffalo
Saturday, November 7th 2026
1 pm – 4 pm
Shawnee Volunteer Fire Company, Inc.
3747 Lockport Rd, Sanborn, NY 14132
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Outside of the Barnes & Noble event, I’ll also be selling Kaleidoscopic Quill: An Inspiring Butterfly Anthology and handmade candles that relate to Strangers in Our Hearts (Strangers # 2). So, here’s your chance to stock up on all things Strangers before the finale to Gemma and Theo’s story comes out! PLUS! November 7th is my birthday, so you might be required to come hang out with me in Sanborn!
I’ve missed not one but TWO concerts recently because of bad weather. Sad doesn’t even begin to cover it!! We’ve missed out on Death Cab for Cutie and Franz Ferdinand. </3
My friend and I are supposed to see Jimmy Eat World in Toronto later this month, so fingers freaking crossed that my curse breaks by then!!
In other news, I went to Emo Bingo last month and had the time of my life! Bingo was very much a secondary activity because everyone was too busy belting out lyrics. 10/10 would do it again, even after someone spilled an entire drink on me.
My short story was also turned in to Once Upon A Book Club for their 12 Days of Book-Club-Mass that comes out this year! Here’s their Instagram post recapping what it’s all about:
You can preorder yours now here.
Since last month’s newsletter, I’ve read Dirty Hit by Livy Hart, The Gravewood by Kelly Andrew, Tender Is the Flesh by Agustina Bazterrica, Murder Mindfully by Karsten Dusse, and An Ocean of Stars by Becca Mionis.
I’m currently reading A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara (yes, still) and This Raging Sea by De Elizabeth.
The Strokes have a new album out: Reality Awaits. Just in case you haven’t heard. It’s admittedly not my favorite of theirs BUT I can say that I like it the more I listen to it. So take that as you will.
Also, make sure you’re following me on Instagram! Next week, I’ll be posting about the book playlists for Strangers in Our Heads & Strangers in Our Hearts!
TV has gone out the window completely. I cannot find enough hours in the day to keep up. I did take a night off this past Friday, though, and rewatched The Cheetah Girls because why not?
She is the Chief Systems Engineer, and this is her final mission. He is the Chief Scientist and intends on taking a demotion upon reaching Ganymede. They have history.
During their four-year journey to Ganymede, they have intentionally maintained a distance from one another. However, by the commander’s order, Sloane and Taylor are now required to collaborate on a project.
Their conversations, subtle looks, and banter bring back both positive and negative memories. Memories that highlight the depth and ease… continue reading.
Normal People x One Day x Eleanor Oliphant is Complete Fine
Meet Me at the Ruins is a contemplative story of love, friendship + anxiety, set in early 2000s Edinburgh
It’s 2003, and Margo is reeling from a bad breakup. She’s looking forward to a drama-free semester abroad at the University of Edinburgh, in Scotland. When she meets Ren, her beautiful and mysterious downstairs neighbor, her plans to keep things uncomplicated suddenly vanish. Struggling with the pace of her courses… continue reading.
Seven strangers wake up in a sealed compound with no memory of how they got there. A computer voice informs them they need to perform tasks, and failure or breaking the rules results in a strike.
The first two strikes induce extreme pain. The third strike is death.
As they struggle to survive without turning on each other, they have no idea that their actions and choices could doom humanity.
Or save it… continue reading.
Please take note that this is a system to spotlight other indie authors per their request. These titles have not been vetted and readers are encouraged to do their due diligence beforehand.
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Bri Eberhart
PO Box # 1
Lockport, NY 14094
Until next time, friends!
Stay strange,
Bri Eberhart
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