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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Stopped by the mini library on the boardwalk to do a little sneaky book donation or as I called it, reverse-piracy. #booksky

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Still riding the good feels of last week's book fair, I'm feeling pretty inspired! Book II is largely set in October, the best of all months as we know, so I'm going to fill my sails with as much of that crisp autumn air as I can. Have a lovely weekend, crew! (Photo by Reigna Flinn) #booksky

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

A few more paperbacks in and more hardcovers on the way!

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Griso and I had a great time at our first book show! Sold a bunch of books, saw a lot of awesome Flinns and friends, met some cool new people! Taking a moment to relax, then it's back to work on Forgotten Maritimes Book II and my graphic novel! Worlds to build! Thanks for the support, everyone!

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Have a good weekend, crew. May it be as windswept and interesting as I myself am.

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Vinzer Flinn @vinzerflinn.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Gargamel FML continues to be my best seller. My GenX stuff is always available on RedBubble and TeeFury for all you angry 40-60 year olds. (Like me) www.redbubble.com/people/steel... www.teepublic.com/user/steelha...

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

"Ok, ONE more game of fetch, then we're going back to the ship." Photo by Reigna

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

The Captain is well protected in his quarters.

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Another cool shot on the Eastern Passage shore from the other night. (Photo by Reigna Flinn) #booksky

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Watched some boats, brainstormed some new ideas, went to DnD. Very good day! #booksky

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

"Do not underestimate them. He has a number of capable lieutenants as well as a Garrison Robotics prototype that we do not fully understand. The damage they have done to our operations so far has been considerable." - Book 2 excerpt #booksky Photo by Reigna Flinn

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

See you on the other side, Peter. From an 80s kid, thank you for being the voice of my hero.

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Looking forward to this book fair! Come out and get a picture with my pal here and grab a copy of Return of the Blackjack! #booksky #novascotia #halifax

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Sometimes you have to leave the darkened lair for some sunshine and food. Worth it, just look at that Ghibli sky that the Passage does so well. #booksky

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Griso and I will be at the pirate's market in Eastern Passage on Friday, August 21st from 4-8, selling new copies of Return of the Blackjack. (A chapter takes place just down the road!) Come down and see us! #booksky #novascotia #halifax

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

We didn't find any treasure when we visited Oak Island recently, but maybe it's a spot the Nova Shrike pirates of the distant future use to hide some loot? Maybe... #booksky #novascotia

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

I didn't think it was possible to be any more against AI in the creative field than I already was, but then the assholes running them are literally burning books. That shit is evil, man.

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

I don't know if my kid has actually READ mine, but it's nice to find it with his ACTUAL favourite! I'll take it!

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

I'm halfway through the emotional rollercoaster that is the Sacred Texts for the first time in decades. #booksky

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Courtney showed me a hidden beach I had never visited before this weekend, beautiful spot!

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

You don't have to go far around here to find inspiration, that's for sure. Good progress this week! Enjoy your weekend, crew. Griso and I will be lazing around and having a recharge. #booksky

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

Thoughts and prayers to those affected by the chatgpt outage.

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Griso is repaired and back on duty and so am I. Book 2's first draft is halfway done so if you haven't read the first one, you better pick up a copy! www.amazon.ca/dp/B0FMS1M4NF #booksky

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Vinzer Flinn @vinzerflinn.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Seren of Steelhaven You know you're getting old when your original characters' kids are aging up in the campaign...

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Doing field research for the DnD inspired adventure book series. Not pictured: the owlbear running straight for us.

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

I'm told I still do this pose. Here's me in all my Goonies-era glory on my Grandpa Al's boat in Cape Breton. South Haven was always full of music and adventure. He's the real captain. I know he'd love the idea of me writing pirate adventures so I'd better keep going! #booksky

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Had to share this snippet of Book 2, which may or may not make the final cut, but it was too funny to pass up.

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

"Ok, who's whale skull is this? Gung!?" An unexpected find on a recent excursion to Lunenburg!

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

At the Hal-Con book fair on Sept 26th, you can come get a picture with the legend himself which is, of course, the dog. #booksky

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Well, SOME of us are back to work today. First draft of Book 2 is about halfway done and the crew is currently in Halifax, which is always so fun to write the post-apocalypse version of.

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

I hope everyone is staying cool this weekend. Griso is...

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

It's definitely not this foggy today... Stay cool and have a good weekend, crew. That's an order!

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Delighted to announce I'll be at Stories from the Stars, a Hal-Con book fair this September! #booksky

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Out at one of my favourite spots to write some ideas down and be Windswept and Interesting.

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

The perfect new addition to my pirate lair. #booksky

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Despite my assistant's best efforts, some good progress made on Book 2 on this rainy day in the Passage. #booksky

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

The Lord and Lady of Skyhaven added another gem to my book collection. The mightiest tome on the shelf now.

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

I had a lovely trip to Lunenburg, Mahone Bay, Oak Island and Peggy's Cove this weekend. I soaked up plenty of inspirational views, ready to turn them into new chapters of adventure. #booksky #novascotia

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

I spent my birthday wandering with one of my best friends in the world, a famous elven mercenary known as Shannaras Arborlon, and she gave me what is now the crown jewel of my book collection: The 40th anniversary edition of the Dragonlance Chronicles, the books that set us on the path. #booksky

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Happy Monday, crew. Here's a sneak peek at my other writing project, which I'm also doing the art for. A graphic novel that blends DnD with a cyberpunk'ish theme, very much inspired by stuff like Shadowrun and some of the Final Fantasy games. First issue inks are about done and I'm super excited.

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Found in the archives, a drawing from MANY years ago when I was first working on the idea of my post-apocalypse Nova Scotia. The Barrington St area turns into a big Blade Runner style bazaar. #booksky #novascotia

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Keep working on current book or begin the groundwork for a whole new DnD genre novel series. The struggle is real. #booksky

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

The highlight of the day for this particular writer was my step-son coming into the office and asking me to read the first couple chapters of HIS book. This kid is a world-builder for sure.

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

It's a whole new month, pal. We've got work to do. #booksky #novascotia

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

50s are just around the corner. The silver streaks are coming in nicely.

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Willow and Griso wish you a happy weekend! #booksky

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

I guess I'm done writing for the moment...

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benoliari.bsky.social @benoliari.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

The other thing I've put more hours into writing in than anything else is my DnD campaign, which extends all the way back to 1992 or so. Much like the crew of the Elizabeth, it's always been about chosen family. And of course, there's a Griso, forever my multiverse anchor! #booksky #dnd

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