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Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· 27d

Looking for a new early chapter book to read to your kids this summer?📖 🧚 Get the magical fantasy kidlit book "Sadie Rowe And The Missing Necklace" today, available on Amazon! #booksky #writesky #indieauthor #kidlit #summerbookrecs #readingcommunity

After losing her grandma’s necklace, Sadie must work together with a fairy named Pearl in order to find it. But can Sadie learn to trust Pearl as they continue working together, or will her doubts about others keep them from finding the necklace at all?
Comp. Titles: Daisy Meadows’ Rainbow Magic series and Gwyneth Rees’ Fairy Dust series.
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Sadie Rowe And The Missing Necklace
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Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· 28d

Aubri Harlow thinks she’s found her dream vacation after winning a contest to an exclusive island resort for a whole week. 🏝️ However...her ex-boyfriend Colin, ex-girlfriend Renee, and former university classmate Bastian end up being fellow contest winners.😰 (1/2) #booksky #mystery #indieauthor

Aubri Harlow thinks she’s found her dream vacation after winning a contest to an exclusive island resort for a whole week. However, her dream quickly turns into a nightmare when her ex-boyfriend Colin, ex-girlfriend Renee, and former university classmate Bastian end up on the same island as fellow contest winners.

Even worse? Colin is found dead barely a day into the vacation...
Purchase
Winner Takes All
on Amazon & Itch.io!

Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· 29d

Looking for a soothing beach read during this summer? 🏖️ Check out "Refilling The Well," my poetry chapbook - available on Amazon and Itchio! #poetry #poetrychapbook #booksky #writesky #selfcare #summerreads

Refilling The Well is a poetry chapbook that reflects on the harms of hustle culture and societal expectations of reaching success, including burnout. It also reflects on how to heal from burnout and remembering that you're more than just your accomplishments. Fans of Lang Leav and Atticus will enjoy Refilling The Well's free verse poetry.
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Refilling The Well
on Amazon & Itch.io!

Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· Jul 15

After everything Aubri went through at the resort, the last thing Aubri needs is more drama. 😩 However, meeting her twin sister for the first time, and attending her mother's engagement party, results in yet another murder...☠️ #booksky #writesky #indieauthor

After everything Aubri went through at the resort, the last thing Aubri needs is more drama. However, meeting her previously-unknown twin sister for the first time, and attending her mother's engagement party, results in yet another murder...
Purchase
Engagement To Die For
on Amazon & Itch.io!

Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· Jul 14

Looking for magical adventures to read this summer? 📖 🏖️ Check out "Stay Magical," my short story collection inspired by anime such as Sailor Moon and Cardcaptor Sakura! #booksky #writesky #indieauthor #magicalgirls #YAFantasy #shortstories

Stay Magical!'s young adult (YA) collection of short stories reflects on what it means to be a magical girl, the tough sides of being a magical girl, and what happens when you're no longer defeating bad guys in costume every week.

Comp. Media: Life After Magic (game by Chirashi Games), Ojamajo Doremi (anime/manga series), Sailor Moon (anime/manga series), and Pretty Cure (anime/manga series).
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Stay Magical!
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Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· Jul 13

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Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· Jul 12

A big THANK YOU to one of my ARC readers for leaving this lovely 5 out of 5 star review of "Found," my YA fantasy short story collection inspired by Grimm fairy tales! ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ Get "Found" on Amazon and Itchio, available in ebook and paperback! #booksky #YAfantasy #shortstories

What readers are saying about Found:
“I finished this collection in a single sitting! It’s a must-read if you love dark fairy tales. Seeing the stories through the eyes of the villains offered a great perspective, and I even discovered a few new tales I’d never heard of before. I only wish it lasted longer!”

-Stephanie Meyer, Goodreads, 5 out of 5 stars
Available in paperback & ebook!

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Now available in ebook and paperback!

Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· Jul 11

Looking for some mystery books by Canadian authors?🍁 🔍️ Check out these book recs! 📚 And if you enjoyed reading those, consider picking up the Harlow Mystery series - comprised of "Winner Takes All," "Engagement To Die For," and "Bloody Fantasia!" #CanLit #ReadCanadian #BuyCanadian #canadianauthors

if you liked reading these Canadian authors:
“Scarewaves” by Trevor Henderson
“Omens” by Kelley Armstrong

READ: Winner Takes All by Claris Lam

Aubri Harlow thinks she’s found her dream vacation after winning a contest to an exclusive island resort for a whole week. However, her dream quickly turns into a nightmare when her ex-boyfriend Colin, ex-girlfriend Renee, and former university classmate Bastian end up on the same island as fellow contest winners.

Even worse? Colin is found dead barely a day into the vacation...
Available on Amazon and Itch.io!

if you liked reading these Canadian authors:

“Delicious Monsters” by Liselle Sambury
“Woman On The Edge’ by Samantha Bailey

READ: Engagement To Die for by Claris Lam

After everything Aubri went through at the resort, the last thing Aubri needs is more drama. However, meeting her previously-unknown twin sister for the first time, and attending her mother's engagement party, results in yet another murder.

Due to the remote area of this crime, the police won't be able to make it for a few days, and Aubri realizes that she, once again, along with her friends and her sister, must take up the mantle themselves to solve the case or risk being new victims.
Available on Amazon and Itch.io!

Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· Jul 10

THANK YOU to @laurabooksblogs.bsky.social for featuring me in an interview so I could chat about my writing work and about "Found," my YA fantasy short story collection! Check out the full interview: laurasbooksandblogs.com/an-interview... #booksky #writesky #authorinterview

Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· Jul 10

Want to support a Canadian poet? Consider grabbing your copy of "Refilling The Well," a poetry chapbook focused on self-care to read this summer! Links to RTW are available in my bio. #poetrychapbook #canadianpoet #buyCanadian #ReadCanadian #booksky

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Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· Jul 9

Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· Jul 8

I won a giveaway by @canadian.booklibrary back in May 2026, and I FINALLY got around to reading all of the books involved! 😁 Which one of these books would you add to your TBR list? Let me know in the comments below!

A Lion’s Head
D.M. De Alwis
Historical fantasy based on mythology
Main two characters have clear development arcs, but the rest of the characters have little to no development
Didn’t care for minor romance plotline but I also don’t really care much for romance in books
Genre admittedly not for me as a reader

The Shards Of The Conduit
S.N. Yusuf
Sci-fi
Space mission goes horribly wrong
Political military drama
One of the characters intrigued me the most and it was NOT the main characters
Genre was admittedly not for me as a reader (I don’t read a lot of sci-fi, let alone military dramas-themed ones) but it will excite other readers

The Never Not Broken
Gauri Prasad
Dark romance
Rich people problems
Cliffhanger ending
Admittedly not for me because of the genre (I typically don’t read dark romance) but will probably appeal to those that do

Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· Jul 7

The #CanadaDay sale ENDS TODAY! 🍁 Get my short story collection "Stay Magical" and poetry chapbook "Refilling The Well" for 20% off until the end of today! itch.io/s/187249/can... #CanadaDay2026 #BuyCanadian #ReadCanadian #booksale #canadianauthor #booksky writesky

20% off select ebooks from
July 1st, 2026-July 7th, 2026.
Canada Day 2026 Sale!
#BuyCanadian
#ReadCanadian
Please note: Sale does not apply on Amazon.

Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· Jul 5

Looking to support an indie Canadian author readers? 🍁 📚 Check out my books available on Amazon and Itchio! I've got YA fantasy short fiction, a kidlit fantasy book for early readers, a poetry chapbook, and an entire murder mystery series! #booksky #writesky #CanLit #ReadCanadian

Support A Canadian Author

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Top row: Winner Takes All, Engagement To Die For, and Bloody Fantasia

Bottom row: Refilling The Well, Stay Magical! Sadie Rowe And The Missing Necklace, and Found

#BuyCanadian #ReadCanadian

Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· Jul 5

My YA fantasy short story collection "Found" is part of the Introverted Indies STUFF YOUR KINDLE SALE! itch.io/s/187833/stu... "Found" is now only $0.99 on Itch.io, and on Amazon (Canada, US and UK only). Sale ends at 11:59 BST TONIGHT, so don't delay in getting your copy today!

stuff your kindle! Sale runs from 12:00am BST 3rd July to 11:59pm BST 5th July!

$0.99 on Itch.io, and on Amazon (Canada, US and UK only)

Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· Jul 4

My YA fantasy short story collection "Found" is part of the @introvertedindies STUFF YOUR KINDLE SALE! itch.io/s/187833/stu... "Found" is now only $0.99 on Itch.io, and on Amazon (Canada, US and UK only). Sale ends at 11:59 BST on July 5th!

Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· Jul 3

My YA fantasy short story collection "Found" is part of the @introvertedindies STUFF YOUR KINDLE SALE! itch.io/s/187833/stu... "Found" is now only $0.99 on Itchio, and on Amazon (Canada, US and UK only). Sale ends at 11:59 BST on July 5th. Don't delay in getting your copy today! #booksky #writesky

Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· Jul 2

Did you know...that I have an author newsletter? And it's completely free to subscribe to? If you didn't, now you know! buttondown.com/clarislamaut... #booksky #newsletter #authornewsletter #indieauthor #author

Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· Jul 1

THANK YOU to Book Reader Magazine for interviewing me about my YA fantasy short story collection "Found!" 😄📖 Check out the full interview: bookreadermagazine.com/featured-aut... #booksky #writesky #indieauthor #authorinterview #interview

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Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· Jul 1

Happy July, readers! 📖 A LOT happened in June writing-wise, from taking part in two panels for Canada Fiction Fest and software beta-testing a writing app to getting the first draft of a SEQUEL MURDER MYSTERY SERIES written!✍️ Check it out: clarislam.ca/july-2026-wr... #booksky #writesky

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Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· Jul 1

Did you know...that I have an author newsletter? And it's completely free to subscribe to? If you didn't, now you know! buttondown.com/clari... #newsletter #authornewsletter #indieauthor #author

Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· Jun 30

I've been playing more video games during the beginning of this summer season!🎮️ From a cyberpunk job application game to a much cozier fantasy, I got quite a bit of inspiration for my WIPs. 😆 Games shown: * Thank You For Your Application * Fields Of Mistria #booksky #writesky #writinginspo

Media that inspired my writing this month
June 2026 Edition

Thank You For Your Application (game)
You, the player, are the job recruiter rejecting job applicants...
But wait there’s cyberpunk worldbuilding and LORE
Choices affect the story’s outcome!

Think Stardew Valley but make it MORE fantastical
Cozy vibes, regular Friday night fun at the inn, a great sense of a close-knit but welcoming community with the characters
Fields of Mistria (game)

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Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· Jun 30

THE HARLOW MYSTERY SERIES BOOK BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION IS ENDING TODAY!🎂 🥳 ALL THREE BOOKS in the series are 25% off until the end of today! Check out the links in my bio to get your discounted copies while you can! Please note: Sale does not apply to Amazon and it applies to ebooks only. #booksky

Harlow Mystery Book Birthday Sale!
All Harlow Mystery ebooks
are 25% off throughout June 2026!

Please note: Sale does not apply on Amazon.

Image shows all three covers of the books from the Harlow Mystery series by Claris Lam, with the background photo being a yellow-filtered birthday party with the sun shining on a birthday cake.

Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· Jun 28

Wondering what to expect in "Bloody Fantasia," Book 3 in the Harlow Mystery series? Read this blurb for more info! "Bloody Fantasia" is available on Amazon and Itchio. #booksky #writesky #indieauthor #murdermystery #mystery #mysteryreaders

In Bloody Fantasia, Aubri Harlow and her friends believe that their days of investigating murders are over. However, when Aubri's sister, Aria, moves into her new music school, the Da Capo Music Institution, the school's acting president suddenly dies during the welcoming ceremonies.

However, the acting president's death is far from the first murder committed on campus. A string of past murders haunt the school's reputation and its students. It doesn't take long before new corpses start piling up, and Aubri, Aria, and their friends realize they must take up the mystery-solving mantle once more and find out who the murderer is.
Purchase
Bloody Fantasia
on Amazon & Itch.io!

Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· Jun 27

Wondering if Aria, Aubri Harlow's sister, will ever get out of the nightmarish murder mysteries she keeps getting stuck in?🎵 😨 Read "Bloody Fantasia," Book 3 in the Harlow Mystery series! 🔍️ All three books in the series are 25% off on Itchio until the end of June. itch.io/s/184338/har... #booksky

Excerpt from
Bloody Fantasia:

Ever since the events of the murder on the train, she found herself throwing herself into music more – partially to get into this school, and partially because it was a solace. When she was playing music, she didn’t have to think of anything else.

And now here she was, stuck in a music school where a murder just happened – her dream and nightmare turned into one.

Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· Jun 27

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THE HARLOW MYSTERY SERIES!🎂 🥳 To celebrate, ALL THREE BOOKS are 25% off on ITCH.IO until the end of June 2026! itch.io/s/184338/har... #booksky #booksale #birthdaysale #murdermystery

Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· Jun 26

Wondering what to expect when reading "Engagement To Die For," Book 2 in the Harlow Mystery series? Here's a quick blurb! "Engagement To Die For" is available in paperback and ebook on Amazon and Itchio. #booksky #mystery #mysterybooks #indieauthor #murdermystery #writesky

Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· Jun 25

Best. Panels. EVER.😁 I'm grateful to take part in two panels for #CanadaFictionFest this year! 😍 It was so fun chatting with fellow Canadian authors about the creative writing process and how we started writing on June 23rd, and thenbe in a fantasy author reading session on June 24th! #booksky

Image show two images: Above is a screenshot from the General Discussion Panel, and below is a promo image featuring the four authors involved in the panel; Alison McGauley, Carter Vance, Claris Lam, and J.P. Bird as well as moderator N.P. Thompson.

Image contains two images: The above one is a screenshot from the Fantasy Author readings panel, with the bottom image being a promo image featuring the four authors involved in the panel; Will Fawley, Vanessa Ricci-Thode, Chandra Fisher and Claris Lam, as well as moderator/host Steve Hugh Westenra.

Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· Jun 24

Thank you to Night Beats for interviewing me about my children's fantasy chapter book, "Sadie Rowe And The Missing Necklace!" Learn more about the inspiration behind writing "Sadie Rowe:" nightbeatseu.ca/2026/06/23/b... #booksky #kidlit #indieauthor

Interview wiht Night Beats

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Claris Lam@clarislamauthor· Jun 24

Wondering what to expect in "Winner Takes All," Book 1 in the Harlow Mystery series? Here's a quick blurb! Get "Winner Takes All" on Amazon and Itchio in paperback and ebook. #booksky #writesky #murdermystery #mystery #bookseries #mysterybooks