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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 25/09/2026

Oh… then I have great news for you… there’s another story with Jason and Simon coming!!!

Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 25/09/2026

I just saw the artwork for Nobody’s Lonely Tonight by @henriqueilustra.bsky.social and damn. I mean DAYUM. It’ll be the first time offering NSFW artwork covers and they are smoking hot!!! 🍆🥵🤤😭 #gaybears #bears #mmromance

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 24/09/2026

It's good information to have handy! Never know when I'll be quizzed when randomly walking the streets of Charlotte!

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 24/09/2026

Bear Flag? Pantone color swatches? #BearlyTees knocked this design out of the park. This graphic designer couldn't be happier. Geekery at its finest! Just in time for the cold front. #gaybears #bearsky #bears

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 23/09/2026

Emails from readers are a fast-track to making me cry. They're like big bear hugs and I never want to let my readers go. I'll be over here putting myself back together. 🥹 #mmromance #bearsky #gay #romance

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 19/09/2026

Thanks so much! Since I've started doing a little more targeting toward bears... it's been incredible. Nothing better than seeing these big burly, leather-wearing bears talking about their favorite romance books!

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 19/09/2026

I know folks are dying from subscription fatigue. But if you want to follow, the majority of my interactions are in chat and posts are mostly free. I like having a place to interact with fans and be a goofball. Bears always welcome. www.patreon.com/c/ryderomalley #bearsky #mmromance #gayromance

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Ryder O'Malley — Writing M/M Romance Books Featuring Burly Heroes Built for Love

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 19/09/2026

It's like I'm watching Garden Rescue! Now bring on the seasonal shrubs and at least one water feature!

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 19/09/2026

I haven’t worn my kilts in forever. Feels odd putting it on after wearing it every day for five years. I do miss seeing people gawk. This might need to become a thing again. North Carolina, I’m putting you on alert. #bearsky #gay #kiltedbear

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 18/09/2026

Down here they're "ABCs" which is so much more boring. Forever a packie!

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 18/09/2026

I’m not even out of bed yet and I’m already blushing! Hope you fall in love with Jon!

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 16/09/2026

I mean... I was hoping somebody would say that for a very different reason!

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 16/09/2026

There, there. It'll be okay. Mostly. Eventually. Okay... no promises. #sorrynotsorry

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 16/09/2026

Adorable as always... and the hubby looked JACKED!

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 16/09/2026

Every author bites their nails as we wait for the first reviews to come in. I'm blushing. This made my entire day. More than ever, this book is my heart on display. I'm ecstatic it's resonating. www.amazon.com/dp/B0GKLTDS8N #mmromance #gayromance #lgbtromance #gaybears #romance #gay

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 15/09/2026

Today is the day! Bears are storming Firefly Valley for the first annual Pride. It's going to be leather, flannel, and high heels everywhere. Amidst the chaos, two bears are going to try and find their happily ever after. www.amazon.com/dp/B0GKLTDS8N #mmromance #romance #gaybear #gay #lgbtromance

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 14/09/2026

Deep breath. Deep breath. Tomorrow is big day. Drag queens, bears, and biker lesbians invade Firefly for their first annual Pride... I couldn't put anymore heart into a novel... www.amazon.com/dp/B0GKLTDS8N #mmromance #queerromance #gaybears #romance #smalltownromance #gay

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 13/09/2026

I save the drama for the tragedy known as my dating life!

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 13/09/2026

Burly bears, steamy romps, and a town that welcomes all. What happens when a drag queen has a midlife crisis and decides to hang up her tiara? This is the final book in the Bears of Firefly Valley. www.amazon.com/dp/B0GKLTDS8N #mmromance #gayromance #smalltownromance 💙📚 #gaybears #bears

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 13/09/2026

It's this humid... I'll be jumping from air conditioned building to the next!

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 13/09/2026

Why thank yah! Sun just decided to show up, so I'm already calling it a good day!

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 13/09/2026

So this is 45... the cake part is fine... but annual colonoscopies is not the gift I would have chosen.

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 12/09/2026

Just saying... you have the same grin 😘

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 09/09/2026

You're following the wrong people. Episode four got a standing ovation from the bears. Pause buttons were abused for those three minutes.

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 08/09/2026

Their advertising was genius. "Rewatch on HBO+ if you need to pause." After so many seasons on Fear the Walking dead... I wanted him to have a cowboy hat!

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 08/09/2026

Some people just make you smile. @sandravision.bsky.social is one of them. On Seriously Sandra we talk about the Bears of Firefly Valley and the upcoming release, Every Chance to Stay. Of course, hijinks ensued. www.youtube.com/watch?v=hFuL... #mmromance #smalltownromance #queerromance #romance

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Seriously Sandra chats with Ryder O'Malley

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 08/09/2026

You know a story idea is getting good when you’re scared to write it. Thirty books in, and I think I’m just starting to understand that little voice. This book is going to ache in the best ways. Bears, this one is for you.

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 08/09/2026

If it wasn’t for autocorrect I think my editor would break up with me.

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 07/09/2026

I'm 44 years old and still can't spell restaurant. (thank you auto correct!)

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 07/09/2026

When readers get disgusted that they find a typo I want to send them the rest of the typos they can look forward to. You know, because I'm just that generous :)

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 04/09/2026

Maybe we can take the drug in the water and forget this one?

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 28/08/2026

Aww shucks. You’re pretty swell yourself!

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 28/08/2026

I haven’t been sleeping. A long walk in the rain… then sun, left me exhausted enough I should be out cold tonight. Sweat or rain? Who knows! Felt amazing. “I” feel amazing. #gaybears #bears #bearsky #beards

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 24/08/2026

Remember that time when bears got frisky for my books? Well… I’m thinking we’re not far from doing another round of “literary inspiration.” #mmromance #bears #gaybears #bearsky

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 22/08/2026

One more scene and Every Chance to Stay is finished. Pray my editor doesn't slap me for making it so last minute. I included extra smut just to make her happy! #mmromance #gayromance #smalltownromance

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 22/08/2026

Soooo… I might be a big boy, but I’m a lightweight. This is why authors don’t gather… we convince each other to do dumb things. Fun things I mean. #mmromance #bears #gaybears #gayromance

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 21/08/2026

A bit too much fun with filters. Though it's made me realize that there needs to be more leather in my next series. Leather daddies? Yeah, that is definitely on the menu. Not so far fetched to write either... #gaybear #bears #bearsky #mmromance

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 16/08/2026

The End. That marks the completion of book 18 as Ryder O'Malley and my 33rd book as an author. I'm feeling rather proud of myself! #mmromance #gayromance #bears #gaybears #bearsky

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 15/08/2026

Literally after I pressed send, a reader sent me this photo. One Reason to Stay is in their local library! I'm beside myself with giddiness!

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 15/08/2026

I cannot repeat this enough. Readers sharing things they love about books is great. But every positive interaction, every happy moment... we bask in those. A reader saying, "I thought you might want to know..." and sharing happiness... it's infectious! #mmromance #gayromance #bears #gaybears

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 15/08/2026

Also this episode is the first in two seasons that feels like old runway. They spent more time showing clothes than bitchy sidebars (though more than necessary for my tastes.)

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 15/08/2026

I still hate Law. But I want the surprise twist to be that we find out it’s actually Heidi writing all the snide captions!

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 13/08/2026

Weather, please agree with my need to sit by the pool. Me, my funny hat and speedo are needing some sunlight. Clouds go away! At this rate I'm going to be pasty all summer! #gaybear #bears #bearsky #gay

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 13/08/2026

Wanted to say, this is a downright beautiful photograph!

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Ryder O’Malley @authorryderomalley.com · 13/08/2026

Did a reader just call me out for creating two origin stories for the same character? Rightfully so… and now I’m going to come up with an absurd comic book justification up there with the multiverse!! #mmrance #gayromance #romance #WeAreHellcat

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