Barb Hopkins

@barbhopkins

Indie author | Chronicles of a Cursed Midlife series Coming soon: MG paranormal & YA mystery Member: SCBWI; The Authors Guild Fan of: books, libraries, cats, coffee, chocolate, & good mysteries.

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Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· 13d

It's safe to say I'm getting excited to have ODILIA AND THE STONES OF POWER out in the world! Next month! #MiddleGradeBooks

Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· 29d

Here it is! I'm incredibly excited to present the cover of my new book: ODILIA AND THE STONES OF POWER. 🥳 Release date: September 8. ODILIA AND THE STONES OF POWER is a middle grade fantasy with a contemporary setting, paranormal vibes, magic, and mystery. #MiddleGradeBooks

Yellow background with light blue wavy swooshed. Book cover in shades of blues with fiery wisps in pink and yellow. Three kids from the back face a pair of red snake like eyes. Title reads Odilia and the Stones of Power.

Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· Jul 17

If you're on my newsletter list, a new one went out & it's one you don't want to miss. Why? Because it has the cover reveal for my new middle grade book that's releasing in Sept!!! Not on my newsletter list? I'll be sharing the cover reveal on my socials on Monday.

Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· Jul 13

Good morning! Happy Monday! Surprise! #middlegradebooks

Purple and pink background with gold sparkles. The image is a book wrapped in brown paper and tied with a string bow. The paper is partially torn to reveal the cover of a book but only a part that reads Odilia and the . The text next to the image reads: Coming Soon. A middle grade paranormal adventure. From Barb Hopkins writing as Barb Matysik-Hopkins.

Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· Jul 3

Today begins the holiday weekend in the U.S. which makes it the perfect time to grab a book (or several) to read by the pool, on the beach, or during travel time -- or maybe when you need a few minutes to yourself. 😉📚☀️ www.amazon.com/dp/B0G34S6R9T

Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· Jul 1

Waking up to a new month during a week that has felt like it's already been two months long. But there is always hope. My wish for you as this new month blooms is hope and happiness.

Red flowers with green stems in background. Captions in center says Hello July.

Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· Jun 18

I'm so excited to announce that I will be an attending author at the Kansas Book Festival in September! This is an amazing event and I can't wait. Keep an eye for more info as we get closer.

Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· Jun 1

Hi! I'm back! Have been traveling to see family and while it's lovely to do that, it's really nice to get back into my normal routine. I did visit a fantastic indie bookstore during my travels -- located in Weiser, Idaho. I highly recommend if you love books & cats. They have both. 😍

Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· May 20

Right now. Just for you. 2x Kindle Points. Don't miss it! #KindleDeals #Ebooks #IndieBooks www.amazon.com/dp/B0DG9JVBD3

Stack of print books with an ereader standing in front of the stack. On the ereader is the cover of the book CURSED COMPANIONS.

Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· May 19

Did you know that there's a prequel novella to our series the Chronicles of a Cursed Midlife? You can get an ebook copy for yourself over at my website. www.barbhopkins.com

Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· May 11

Mystery Monday! Today it's the Agatha Christie classic TOWARDS ZERO. This edition is a Pocket Book number 398 and was published in February 1947 -- 79 years ago! The original TOWARDS ZERO novel was published in 1944. Have you read TOWARDS ZERO?

Light green background with book cover that has title Towards Zero. The image on the book cover is an elderly woman in bed her face in fright and hand up near her face as if trying to ward off an attack. The author name appears in yellow and is Agatha Christie.

Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· Apr 22

It's Earth Day 2026, and its theme is: Our Power, Our Planet. I'd love if you'd share any book recommendations, especially for kids, featuring environmental themes. For more information on Earth Day, please visit: www.earthday.org/earth-day-20... #EarthDay

Image has light yellow background and features a large open book with a tall tree, grass, and mushrooms growing out of the top side of it. The text reads Earth Day is a great time to: Share your recs for books with environmental themes.

Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· Apr 4

Spring into a new paranormal series with the Chronicles of a Cursed Midlife! www.amazon.com/dp/B0G34S6R9T

Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· Mar 9

It's another MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS for Mystery Monday because it's the book of the month for the Read Christie Challenge 2026. This one is a Pocket Book printed in October 1976. It features the movie poster from the 1974 film adaptation. #MysteryMonday

Black background with yellow words at top that read Mystery Monday. Image is red book cover with yellow words that read Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express. Other words read Now a Major Motion Picture. There are fourteen head images of characters surround a large dagger.

Black background with yellow words at top that read Mystery Monday. Image is the back of a book cover with red words that read Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express. Other words list the cast of the movie the and a short synopsis of the story.

Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· Feb 22

It's Series Starter Sunday! Looking for a new series to start? We've got that with Chronicles of a Cursed Midlife, and more through a special event that will only last a few more days. Don't miss out on these amazing books! books.bookfunnel.com/fantasyserie...

Dark blue background with gold stars. In center is a book cover in midnight blue with a gold outline. The title is in white. Cursed Companions. Images on the cover are gold and decorative with the center image stacked triangles like a pyramid and a line drawing of a cat. Surround the cover are arrows and words that describe things from the book and read: best friends reunited, a secret society, death ring, a quirky college town, a hidden crypt, handsome annoying stranger, lots of tea.

Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· Feb 19

Series Starters? We got them. Right here, and just for you. A collection spanning multiple genres, from paranormal to scifi, thriller, and fantasy. books.bookfunnel.com/fantasyserie...

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Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· Feb 15

Sunday Snippet from Cursed Companions? It's an exciting paranormal series starter for readers who love books with smart, funny women living their best midlife while navigating friendship, family, & magical curses. books.bookfunnel.com/fantasyserie...

Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· Feb 13

Celebrate Galentine's Day with Izzy & Mae. #GalentinesDay #IndieBooks www.amazon.com/dp/B0DG8MGBVK

Image has light pink background at top and bottom. In center is picture of a cozy ready nook with blanket, book, coffee mug, and window with twinkle lights in background. There are covers of three books displayed below the main image. Cursed Companions has dark blue cover, Curse of the Cat's Eye has emerald green cover, and Cursed Confessions has a maroon cover. Heading at the top reads It's a Good Weekend to Read.

Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· Jan 28

Upper excited to pick up my library hold today! Looking forward to this spooky middle grade book. #MiddleGradeBooks

Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· Jan 18

We've teamed up with some amazing authors to offer a delightful selection of new books featuring strong, independent women. Multiple genres, from mystery to fantasy, romance, YA, and more. Available for a limited time only. books.bookfunnel.com/strongwomenl...

Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· Jan 16

Have you met Izzy & Mae in the Chronicles of a Cursed Midlife? Today is a good day to join them on their exciting adventure with ancient curses, duplicitous colleagues, and a slightly snarky but lovable gnome. ✨Double Kindle points day.✨ Don't miss out. books2read.com/ChroniclesCu...

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Background is muted stack of old books laid flat and open with background of blues and swirling light smoke. In the center of graphic are three book covers. In dark blue is Cursed Companions, in emerald green Curse of the Cat's Eye, and in merlot is Cursed Confessions. The words above the books say Then turn the page and discover the Chronicles of a Cursed Midlife. The words below the books say 3 spellbinding novels with paranormal adventure and mystery.

Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· Jan 14

Today is the one-year anniversary of the release of CURSE OF THE CAT'S EYE, book two in the Chronicles of a Cursed Midlife series! 🥳 We are so appreciative of all our readers and the indie community who has been incredibly supportive! Thank you! #IndieBooks #IndieAuthors #IndieCommunity

Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· Jan 12

#MysteryMonday fun with 13 At Dinner by Agatha Christie. This is a Dell paperback from 1973. Love the artwork! The story features Hercule Poirot and originally was released as LORD EDGWARE DIES in 1933. It also was produced as a TV movie in 1985 starring Peter Ustinov as Poirot.

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Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· Dec 30

The Chronicles of a Cursed Midlife are waiting for you. A complete paranormal trilogy filled with magic, midlife mayhem, and two women who can not only save themselves but quite possibly the world. #IndieAuthors #IndieBooks #MagicalMidlife www.amazon.com/dp/B0G34S6R9T

Tabby cat sits and looks at ereader. Inset is three book covers; Cursed Companions, Curse of the Cat's Eye, and Cursed Confessions.

Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· Dec 19

Make time for a little magic this holiday. www.amazon.com/dp/B0G34S6R9T

Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· Dec 10

Having fun with my Christie Puzzle Book. 🔍😊

Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· Nov 28

Today's the perfect day to support an indie author! It's easy to do & it's DOUBLE KINDLE POINTS day so you're getting a bonus. 🥳 With the rest of the holiday weekend stretching out, why not start a new series? How about a paranormal cozy? #IndieAuthors #EbookDeals www.amazon.com/dp/B0DG9JVBD3

Woman in cozy sweatshirt, covered by plaid blanket with plate of brownies holds an ereader. Cover of the ebook is dark blue with gold designs that include a pyramid shape and cat in the center. The book title is Cursed Companions.

Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· Nov 24

Coming Tues., Dec. 2nd! If you love Practical Magic, the adventure vibe of Indiana Jones, snarky humor, & strong female friendships that anchor even the wildest magical messes—this series is for you. A special holiday deal not to miss! Preorder now. ⬇📚⬇🎁⬇📚⬇ www.amazon.com/dp/B0G34S6R9T

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Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· Nov 19

Partnering with several other authors to bring you a diverse group of stories spanning both fantasy and scifi -- from paranormal to space. All are free, so it's a good time to fill up your ereader. #EbookDeals #FantasyEbooks books.bookfunnel.com/freescifinov...

Barb Hopkins@barbhopkins· Nov 8