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Mark is guardian of Mawson, one of this bright world's few published writer-bears. We live in Perth, Western Australia, with lots of bears, Agatha Christie and Disc World books. Watch K-Dramas and Acorn mysteries.

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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 23h
Mawson Bear’s Not-A-Bear Friends Dear Fellow Baffled Ones, I could say, Dear Fellow Bears. But I know not ALL of you are bears. And not everyone in my house is a bear either. All sorts of creatures arrive. Some wandered in because they had lost their old homes and some arrived in boxes and baskets…
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Mawson Bear’s Not-A-Bear Friends
Dear Fellow Baffled Ones, I could say, Dear Fellow Bears. But I know not ALL of you are bears. And not everyone in my house is a bear either. All sorts of creatures arrive. Some wandered in because they had lost their old homes and some arrived in boxes and baskets as gifts of love. They looked about and felt safe and welcome, and they decided to stay forever.
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
When You’re Feeling Wobbly: A Humm by Mawson Bear When your dreams remain unwoken, When your humms just will not rhyme, When your stuffing feels broken - That's a holding time.
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When You’re Feeling Wobbly: A Humm by Mawson Bear
When your dreams remain unwoken, When your humms just will not rhyme, When your stuffing feels broken - That's a holding time.
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 25/07/2026
Magpies having a bath #birds #magpies
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Wild #emu by the road in north west Western Australia
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 20/06/2026
'With care, quality and a wonderful sense of encouragement, this book walks a child through what it means to have cancer and that in a very factual, and yet, gentle way.' www.bookwormforkids.com/2021/12/revi...
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Review: When a Brave Bear Fights Cancer by Carola Schmidt
Discover the latest children's books—picture books, middle grade, young adult and more
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
No Bear Is An Island, by Mawson Bear, available from 1 July. A little book with lots of heart.
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
Dr Sock, Agony Uncle. youtu.be/9OL3FSS6KGw?...
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DR SOCK (PHD) AGONY UNCLE, PART ONE (SOCKETTE PUPPET)
YouTube video by Silly Bear's and Friends (Puppetry and Magic)
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
The Island of Little Jewell, a star of “No Bear Is An Island” by Mawson Bear Little Jewell's island is comfortable cushion. Here she sits, feeling very small and depressed about not being hugged lately.Will something ever happen to help rouse Jewell from her sad state? Well, as it turns out Jewell…
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The Island of Little Jewell, a star of “No Bear Is An Island” by Mawson Bear
Little Jewell's island is comfortable cushion. Here she sits, feeling very small and depressed about not being hugged lately.Will something ever happen to help rouse Jewell from her sad state? Well, as it turns out Jewell has an opportunity to forget about herself and spring into action along with the other bears because ... But wait! That's all in the book.
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Our fearless daredevil aviator team bank in a steep climb. #flying #plushies #funwithtoys
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Nita K @nitajk.bsky.social · 23/11/2025
It isn't just people in Asia who watch #K-dramas but also those in Turkey, Egypt and Nigeria! They are popular in Brazil, Spain and France as well. Apparently, people are tired of American content, which is chock-a-block with sex & violence. www.insidermonkey.com/blog/15-coun...
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15 Countries That Watch the Most K-Dramas
Korean dramas, often known as K-dramas, are so trendy and well-liked that they frequently establish global trends.
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MyBibliotheca | Reading Tracker 📚 @mybibliotheca.org · 03/09/2026
MyBibliotheca is a private, ad-free reading tracker built to keep things simple. Already use Goodreads or StoryGraph? Import your library and keep tracking without social pressure, clutter, or locking up your data. Your books. Your data. mybibliotheca.org #booksky #reading #books
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MyBibliotheca · Your reading tracker
MyBibliotheca is a private reading tracker for organizing your shelves, tracking pages and listening minutes, and remembering the books that stay with you.
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Mark is guardian of Mawson, one of this bright world's few #published writer-bears. We live in #Perth, Western Australia with lots of #bears, #AgathaChristie and #DiscWorld and #ameliaPeabody #books. Watch #K-Dramas and #Acorn mysteries.
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Whale pics. And see vid in previous post. This whale watch vessel left Fremantle Port and steered for Rottnest Island which you can see in the background. For two hours we watched 3 pods of humpback whales on their migration south down the coast of Western Australia #whales #whalewatch #rottnest
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Mawson @mawsonbear.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
"I really enjoy these adventures of Mawson. My youngest child enjoys looking at the pictures. "No Bear Is An Island" shows the importance of friends and conveys an important underlying message.This was such a wonderful read for the whole family." jolenesbookcorner.wordpress.com/2026/07/20/r...
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Review: No Bear is an Island by Mawson
Thank you to Mark (and Mawson) for reaching out and providing me with a copy of the latest instalment of the little bears adventures to review. Blurb Mawson Bear fears his friends are lost in their…
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
"I really enjoy these adventures of Mawson. My youngest child enjoys looking at the pictures. "No Bear Is An Island" shows the importance of friends and conveys an important underlying message.This was such a wonderful read for the whole family." jolenesbookcorner.wordpress.com/2026/07/20/r...
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Review: No Bear is an Island by Mawson
Thank you to Mark (and Mawson) for reaching out and providing me with a copy of the latest instalment of the little bears adventures to review. Blurb Mawson Bear fears his friends are lost in their…
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
No Bear Is An Island, by Mawson Bear. Available to pre-order here: mybook.to/NoBear
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
On a whale watch tour today. These splashes came from two different pods that were passing between Fremantle and Rottnest Island on their migration
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Our Ratty believes he has spotted a giant. He has, he has!. This Giant is called Santi Ikto.It's on of the wooden sculptures created by artist Thomas Dambo as part of an outdoor art trail at Mandurah in Western Australia #arttrail #giant
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
The tale of how Major Frederick Browning met and courted Daphne du Maurier would seem to belong to one of the novelist’s less likely plots. baffledbearbooks.com/2022/01/08/d...
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The Novelist and the General: Daphne du Maurier and Frederick Browning
Daphne du Maurier The tale of how Major Frederick Browning met and courted Daphne du Maurier would seem to belong to one of the novelist’s less likely plots. The Major had read Du Maurier&#82…
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Formation flying by Goggles Aviator and his wing-birds.
On a blue background representing the sky, two plush toy parrots, coloured blue with yellow markings, lead the way for a toy wooden bi-plane on which sits a teddy bear wearing an aviators leather jacket and flying goggles
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
Skate rays in the shallow water of Bills Bay at Ningaloo on the Western Australian coast. #sealife
Skate rays with blue markings in shallow water with white sand beneath
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Bookshelfie ⭐️ @bookshelfie.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
Bookshelfie just got a major update! 📚Storyshelf — a cozy digital bookshelf to browse all the books on the site 🔧KDP Fixer — a free tool that flags and fixes KDP rejection errors 🏆2026 Awards submissions are open Submit a book this week for a chance to win a $100 Amazon gift card! Link in bio
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Going Postal about Book Postage? The Problem: You look for a book on a book retail website. You send your order to the "Shopping Cart". But what's this? A delivery charge rises up on your screen like monster rising out of a swamp. And the size of the thing! Bother! you say.
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Going Postal about Book Postage?
The Problem: You look for a book on a book retail website. You send your order to the "Shopping Cart". But what's this? A delivery charge rises up on your screen like monster rising out of a swamp. And the size of the thing! Bother! you say.
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
BeeBear closes in on Aviator Goggles.
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
There you are, lost in your own worries and bothers, as if you were an island, apart. But when, suddenly, you are needed, you find yourself are no longer alone, no longer apart. Available for pre-order on Bookshop Org. uch more. Bookshop Org supports Indie shops. bookshop.org/p/books/no-b...
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Frau Plausch @frau-plausch.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
🐻Schau Little Piratus, die kleinen Schäfchen sind uns alle von Pellworm gefolgt …
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
We live in #Perth, #WesternAustralia with a bunch of other #bears, #plushies, #DiscWorld books and old fashioned #cameras.
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Discworld.com @discworldofficial.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Happy #InternationalOrangutanDay! It always brings to mind our favourite orangutan... 🎈 tinyurl.com/librarian-wi... 🖱 tinyurl.com/librarian-in... ☕ tinyurl.com/ook-libraria... #Discworld #DiscworldOfficial #TerryPratchett #SirTerryPratchett #FavouriteAuthor
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Jan Kirsch, M.D., M.P.H. @drjanicekirsch.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Medical Advice
How to survive the global heatwave 
Stay hydrated 
Treat yourself to an ice cream 
Dismantle the fossil fuel industry which is literally burning the planet for the short term profit of a vanishingly small capitalist class
Loose fitting clothing
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Bears being far too brave
Small brown teddy bear called Scotty climbs inside washing machine to explore it
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Sebastian and Emma @hampshirebear.bsky.social · 12/07/2026
Out last night to celebrate male hoom's birthday, which was on Friday. We started with Tomato Bruschetta, and enjoyed a glass of Merlot. Unfortunately he failed to bring poor @theobald.bsky.social who ended up staying at home #NeglectedBear
Sebastian and Emma with a plate in the shape of a tomato, with Tomato Bruschetta on. There is a glass of red wine behind them.
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Richard Baker @bakerart.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
These three outdoor paintings from 2017/2018 are quite similar in style and technique. The first one is a large pond near Saffron Walden and the others were done in the Cambridge botanical garden.
Watercolour and Indian ink drawing showing the lake at Ashdon House near Saffron Walden, beautifully overgrown with lilies and other water plants. This was a very hot day.Watercolour and Indian ink drawing of the glass houses at the Cambridge botanical garden with a bee-friendly flower bed and a bee hive.The Cambridge botanic garden lake, watercolour and Indian ink.
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F.D. Shook III @fds3rd.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
Aloha kakahiaka #Bluesky friends and family! ☀️ How are y’all feeling on this lovely Sunday morning? 🙏 #Mia, #Peanut, and I wish everyone a day filled with bliss and tranquility! 💜 Stay safe and healthy out there wonderful people. 🥰 #Animals #Cats
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
"Mawson, sensing the distant voices of his fellows (each with a whispered If only…), wants to rise to the occasion to assist and support them. What ensues is a lesson all of us need to hear—and act upon. To read and learn and think about by ourselves, and together, and by ourselves again." Joey Madi
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Beautiful and timely message of ‘No Bear Is an Island’: Review by Joey Madia, author and screenwriter
"Mawson, sensing the distant voices of his fellows (each with a whispered If only…), wants to rise to the occasion to assist and support them. What ensues is a lesson all of us need to hear—and act upon. To read and learn and think about by ourselves, and together, and by ourselves again." Joey Madia
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
The Island of dread Pirate Rake, a star of ‘No Bear Is An Island’, by Mawson Pirate Rakes' thoughts are consumed by treasure. He's found the fabled treasure but has run into a bit of bother. You see, he's been shipwrecked. What is dreaded and now-wealthy pirate to do when all alone on an island?
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The Island of dread Pirate Rake, a star of ‘No Bear Is An Island’, by Mawson
Pirate Rakes' thoughts are consumed by treasure. He's found the fabled treasure but has run into a bit of bother. You see, he's been shipwrecked. What is dreaded and now-wealthy pirate to do when all alone on an island?
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
More exploring of Rushen Castle in Isle of Man. Scotty loved this castle.
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Scotty explores Rushen Castle on Isle of Man
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
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Saturday Morning Story Time Live #101: No Bear Is an Island by Mawson
YouTube video by Joey Madia
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
This is the beautiful and timely message of 'No Bear Is an Island.' — we all could use a little empathy, help, and compassion to get us through the day and find a relief from our self-doubts and feelings of not quite being enough.' Read on with link. newmysticsreviews.blogspot.com/2026/07/unit...
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Dragonfly on our limestone brick walls
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Sebastian and Emma @hampshirebear.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Last week, hoom attended Piano Week. She spent most of the week studying Beethoven's Pathetique sonata, and performed the 2nd movement (1st & 3rd mvmts are still work in progress!). It was a fabulous week, with lots of wonderful performances, and plenty of food for thought.
Sebastian and Emma sit with a certificate in front of them, which says:

This is to certify that
PAM DENISON
participated in PIANO WEEK
at Rugby School 
19th-26th July 2026

There is a medal next to Sebastian. It has Star Performer on it, and a blue, white and red striped ribbon.
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Jennifer Westecott @authorjen78.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
Exciting news for romance enthusiasts! The highly anticipated Dark Kiss of a Viking is set for a hopeful holiday release. Following this, our focus will shift to Sunshine Falls, the sequel to the beloved Heartbreak Falls series. #romancenovel #authorjenniferwestecott #westecottnovels #romancereaders
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
"Some children's books make you smile. Others quietly wrap a warm blanket around your heart. 'No Bear Is An Island' is one of those rare stories that does both 🧸. It's a beautiful message about loneliness, friendship, hope, and the importance of feeling seen." Review by Bookish Journey on Insta.
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Mawson @mawsonbear.bsky.social · 03/05/2025
Office Ratty in a balloon above Canberra, Australia. More pics soon. #balloon
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Mawson is the Writer-Bear of little books with lots of heart. Relax in Mawson's whimsical world. Refresh your soul in the tranquility of innocent hours and simple joys. 'No Bear Is An Island'. We may think we are alone. But when needed, we can all come together. www.fishpond.com.au/Books/No-Bea...
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No Bear Is An Island
Fishpond Australia, No Bear Is An Island by Mawson Bear Mark O'DwyerBuy . Books online: No Bear Is An Island, 2026, Fishpond.com.au
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Birds in Auckland Harbour #birds
Four birds in the waters just off shore in Auckland harbour
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Our Ratty believes he has spotted a giant. He has, he has!. This Giant is called Santi Ikto.It's on of the wooden sculptures created by artist Thomas Dambo as part of an outdoor art trail at Mandurah in Western Australia #arttrail #giant
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Chris Monka @chrismonka.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
Happy Cirno Sunday! The current vibe is thinking about Sonic Generations! ngl I love Sonic Generations 🥹 the game was a fantastic celebration of the legacy of the Sonic series, it was an awesome throwback and tons of fun! I hope you have a wonderful day, I send love and positivity your way 💛☺️
A photo of a large imitation fumo plush of Cirno from the Touhou Project series sitting in a chair with an Xbox controller and the game Sonic X Shadow Generations by Sonic Team/SEGA on a PC monitor (shot on a Motorola Moto G Stylus 2025)
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baffledbearbooks.bsky.social @baffledbearbooks.bsky.social · 25/07/2026
Magpies having a bath #birds #magpies
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