Background
Where do I begin? Well, my full name is Brianna Riley MacMahon. I’m a tired Millennial, and my astrological sign is Cancer. I was born in Connecticut but raised in New York. My siblings, Patrick and Tara, are my best friends in the entire world, and my parents are the most supportive, loving, and generous people I know. My family members have been there for me through all the ups and downs, and I wouldn’t be where I am today without them!
Education
For undergrad, I attended Hartwick College in Oneonta, New York. I studied history and political science. While at Hartwick, I honed my writing skills by taking courses in creative writing and playwriting. It was at Hartwick that I started developing the idea for what would become the New Caelus Series. All those history and political science classes started to seep into my brain, and in my free time, I jotted down ideas I had about world-building, political systems, and characters. Eventually, this morphed into On the Precipice!
I then went on to attain my master’s in political science from Syracuse University, graduating in the momentous year 2020. (*Insert ominous music.*) After that, I started working as a freelance editor and proofreader, which has been an absolute dream. Still, over time, I realized I wanted to pursue my own writing career, and I started looking into ways to promote my books and create my own author brand. And here I am!
Where I Am Today
It’s not been an easy journey, and there are certainly moments when I wonder whether I am even up to the task. But I have heard so many wonderful things from the people who have purchased and reviewed On the Precipice, and it reminds me that I can do this, that I’m worthy, that I shouldn’t give up on my dream.
As of now, my books have been featured on 200+ news sites, and I have been working to increase my following on Instagram, cultivate honest book reviews, and reach more readers. In 2024, Best of Best Review named me the Best New Indie Author of 2024! I am hoping to keep this momentum going!
I hope you enjoy my books, and feel free to peruse the site. All my active socials are linked below. Why not give me a follow?
Thank you so much!