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Hi! M. J. Gillbright is our shared pen name. We are a husband-and-wife storytelling team who build worlds together (usually fueled by imagination, optimism, and delicious dinners).

We believe the world needs more stories that feel like a warm cup of “everything is going to be okay” with extra marshmallows.

As themed entertainment designers, we’ve spent years crafting immersive experiences and learning that the best stories don’t just entertain… they make you feel like you belong there!

When we’re not writing, you’ll find us hiking Southern California trails, sending out positive newsletters, and practicing the art of eating good food together (because we firmly believe that snacks are a love language).

Thanks for being here. We're so glad you f
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Chivalry & Chocolate by M.J. Gillbright
"510 pages and I enjoyed it all the way through. I was chuckling a lot at the beginning and amused in many places. Dass has to deal with fear, anger, the unknown, and even romance. She has a lot to deal with. Approved by the cat in my lap."
Valor & Vanilla by M.J. Gillbright
"Vanilla cures all.

Vera in the dragon realm reminds me of Alice in wonderland. So much happening and so much changing. This book could be read by a grandfather to a sick grandchild like in the princess bride. I very much enjoyed it and approved by the" Read more of this review »
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Second Chance Summer by Holly Kerr
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Chivalry & Chocolate by M.J. Gillbright
"okay, I LOVED this book. An easy 5 stars.

It was SO cute and cozy with alot of super lovable characters. I had so much fun with it.

I am currently selling my house that I loved and moving states which has been super stressful and this book was a brigh" Read more of this review »
Chivalry & Chocolate by M.J. Gillbright
"I loved the dynamic between Dassia and Etchling throughout the story! I also love how the plot uses sweets and chocolate throughout the story as both an item of danger and an item of comfort and connection!

Etchling’s sassy tone and personality is bo" Read more of this review »
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“I don't know if I can explain it, but watching you read what I give you, putting a book in your hands and seeing what happens to you once you put it back down... I can't make you understand how that gives me something I didn't know I had to have.”
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“Calamity." His own callused paw was swallowed by hers.
Her eyes widened.
"Hob name," he said. "You can call me Cal."
"Whichever you like best. I don't need your name to suit me.”
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“We should always make time for the things we like. If we don't, we might forget how to be happy.”
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“When something is broken, you can put it back together. It may not fit quite the same, or work like it did once before, but that doesn't mean it's no longer useful.”
T.J. Klune, The House in the Cerulean Sea

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