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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

@cjmacready.bsky.social Hey C.J., thanks for the follow! Your “Project 98272364” post made me laugh 😂 I know how easily writers can end up with a dozen ideas competing for attention. What’s Project 1 about, and are you planning to get outside feedback once the draft is done?

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Sci-Fi/Fantasy writers: Are there logical gaps in your worldbuilding? Let an objective reader check if your rules make sense throughout the draft. Comment below or send me a DM! #WritingCommunity #AmWriting #BookSky

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Stuck in a cycle of endless rewriting? Sometimes you just need outside feedback to tell you what is working so you can move forward. Let’s get you unstuck. DM me to discuss a beta read. #WritingCommunity #WritersLife #AmWriting #WriterSky #Writing #Writers

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Need feedback fast? I’m offering a quick-turnaround beta read for short stories or novellas this week. Let’s get your project finished. DM for rates and availability! #BetaReader #WritingCommunity #EdiSky #WriterSky #AmWriting #Authors #Writers #BookSky #AuthorSky #IndieAuthors

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

@emilybyrdwrites.bsky.social Hey! Welcome to Bluesky. I came across your page and saw you're a writer. I'm always curious what writers are creating, so, what are you currently working on?

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

I’d keep it focused, but the right bio details can absolutely help an agent remember you. I help authors sharpen query packages so the bio supports the story instead of competing with it. Happy to take on a few authors for this if you’re interested!

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

@maddcards.bsky.social Hey! I’ve been checking out your page and I’m curious, what genre are you currently working on?

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

@mafbooks.bsky.social Hello! I’ve been checking out your page and I’m curious, what are you currently working on?

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Does your ending feel earned, or does it feel rushed? A beta reader ensures your climax is satisfying and leaves readers wanting more. DM me to book a read-through for your manuscript. #BetaReader #WritingCommunity #EdiSky #BookSky #WriterSky #IndieAuthors #AmWriting #AspiringAuthors #WipSnips

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

I have time to review exactly 3 submission openings this weekend. Send me your query letter + first 1k words, and I'll tell you if it would make me want to read more. DM to claim a spot. ⏰ #writingcommunity #amwriting #booksky #betareader #writersky #writers #authors

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Glen Cantrell @moretastethanfortune.com · 31/08/2026

Bonjour, Bluesky. I’m brand new here. I moved to a small California mountain town, accidentally became Chamber president, wrote a memoir about it, then spun up a tiny indie press to publish the damn thing. Looking for my community: writers, readers & indie publishers 👋 #BookSky #WritingCommunity

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More Taste Than Fortune Books is an independent publisher in Twain Harte, California, publishing Embracing the Local: Extension Cords and All by Glen Cantrell.

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

You've read your manuscript 50 times. You need someone to read it for the first time. Get that crucial first-reader perspective before you publish. Book a beta read today: My DM is open #BetaReader #WritingCommunity #AmWriting #BookSky #AmWriting #WriterSky

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Any authors here looking for a beta reader? Drop a DM or comment; I'd love to connect.

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Sharing your writing is terrifying. That’s why my beta reading style is constructive, encouraging, and completely judgment-free. Ready to take the leap? DM me to secure a spot this week. 💙 #WritingCommunity #WritersLife #BetaReader #WriterSky #AuthorSky #IndieAuthor

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Struggling with "show, don't tell"? I highlight exactly where you are telling the reader what to feel, helping you turn those moments into immersive scenes. Let's work on your draft. Comment below! 💡 #WritingCommunity #AmWriting #BookSky #WriterSky #IndieAuthor

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Authors, how do you handle feedback? Do you read every comment immediately, let it sit for a while, or avoid feedback until you’ve had time to process it? I think knowing *how* to receive criticism is a skill too. #WritingCommunity #Authors #Writers #AmWriting #BookSky #IndieAuthors #WriteSky

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

If your opening chapter feels slow, don’t automatically add action. Ask yourself: What does the reader want to know? What does the character want? Why should we care? Sometimes curiosity is enough to pull someone forward. #WritingTips #Writers #WriterkSky #AmWriting #WritingCommunity #BookSky

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

I’ve noticed something about writing: Sometimes the scene you’re most excited to write isn’t actually the scene your story needs. I’ve had to learn to separate “I love this scene” from “this scene helps the story.” Have you ever cut a scene you loved? #WritingCommunity #AmWriting #Writer #BookSky

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

What’s one thing you think every first-time author should know before publishing? Not something you read in a “how to publish” article. Something you personally learned the hard way. I’d love to hear your answers. #SelfPublishing #IndieAuthors #WritingCommunity #Writer #Authors #AmWriting #BookSky

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

A little thing that helped me with writing: Don’t worry about making the first draft beautiful. Get the story down. You can fix awkward sentences, weak scenes and bad transitions later. Trying to perfect every paragraph can keep you from finishing. #AmWriting #Writers #IndieAuthors #WriterSky

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Authors, be honest... How many times have you changed your book title before finally settling on one? I think choosing a title can somehow become harder than writing the actual book. How many titles did you go through? #IndieAuthor #WritingCommunity #BookSky #WriterSky #Writer #AmWriting

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

If you’re stuck on your story, try asking: “What does my character want right now, and what’s stopping them?” Sometimes the plot problem isn’t the plot. The character simply needs a stronger reason to act. What do you do when you’re stuck? #AmWriting #WritingTips #WritingCommunity #WriterSky

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

One thing I wish I understood before self-publishing: finishing the manuscript is only one part of the job. There’s editing, cover, formatting, blurb, publishing, marketing... 😅 What part of publishing surprised you the most? #WritingCommunity #IndieAuthor #WriterSky #AuthorSky #BookSky #Writer

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

I've been talking about books and writing, so I want to ask: What are you currently working on? Genre, word count, first draft, editing, publishing… tell me where you are. I’d genuinely love to meet more writers and hear what you’re creating. 🤝 #WritingCommunity #IndieAuthor #BookSky #WriterSky

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

What’s one writing tool, book, website, or resource you genuinely recommend to other writers? Let’s make this thread useful. Drop your recommendation below and tell us what you actually use it for. #WritingCommunity #Writers #IndieAuthors #BookSky

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

That’s a lot to be dealing with. I’m really sorry you’re having to juggle all of that. Please don’t be too hard on yourself. Actually, I have an idea that might help you stay connected to your writing career without putting so much pressure on yourself. Would you be open to hearing it?

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Here’s a writing question I love: If your main character could make one different decision, how would it change the entire story? Sometimes one “what if?” can uncover an entirely new plot. Try it with your WIP. #WritingPrompts #AmWriting #WriterSky #WritingCommunity #BookSky #IndieAuthors #Writer

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Writers, do you let other people read your manuscript before publishing? I think honest outside feedback can reveal things the author is simply too close to notice. But finding the right reader matters. Do you use beta readers? #BetaReaders #WritingCommunity #BookSky #WriterSky #IndieAuthors

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

What’s the hardest sentence in a book to write? For me, sometimes it’s the first one. You’re staring at a blank page, knowing this tiny sentence is about to become the doorway into an entire story. 😅 What about you? #AmWriting #WritingCommunity #Writer #BookSky

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

A good blurb shouldn’t tell me everything that happens. It should make me want to know what happens. That little difference can completely change how a reader sees your book. Authors, how difficult was writing your blurb? #SelfPublishing #Authors #BookSky #WriterSky #WritingCommunity #Writer

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

If you could go back and give your “first-time author” self ONE piece of advice, what would it be? No long speeches. Just one sentence. Someone starting their first book might need to hear it today. #IndieAuthor #WritingCommunity #BookSky #Writer #WriterSky

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Authors, how do you handle negative feedback? I actually think thoughtful criticism can be incredibly useful, even when it hurts a little. The trick is separating “this reader didn’t like it” from “this part genuinely needs work.” How do you handle it? #WritingCommunity #Authors #WriterSky

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

I want to meet fellow writers and authors; if that's you, say hi! Always here to talk books and support other people's work. #WritingCommunity #WritersOfBluesky #AmWriting #BookSky #Writer #IndieAuthor

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Sometimes your plot isn’t broken. Your pacing is. A chapter can have plenty happening and still feel slow if the scenes don’t create enough tension, curiosity, or emotional movement. What usually makes you notice slow pacing? #WritingTips #Writers #IndieAuthor #BookSky #Writer #WritingCommunity

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

What makes you trust a book recommendation from another reader? A detailed review? Similar taste? Someone you already know? Or simply “I couldn’t put this down”? I’m genuinely curious what makes recommendations work for you. #BookSky #Readers #WritingCommunity #WriterSky #IndieAuthor

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

A reminder for anyone writing their first book: You’re allowed to write badly before you write well. The first draft is where you discover the story. The later drafts are where you shape it. Keep going. What stage are you at right now? #AmWriting #WritingCommunity #WriterSky #BookSky #IndieAuthor

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

What’s one thing you wish someone had told you before you published your first book? Not the glamorous stuff. The thing that would genuinely have saved you time, money, or stress. New authors might find your answer useful. #SelfPublishing #IndieAuthors #WritingCommunity #BookSky #WriterSky #Writer

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Your opening line doesn’t have to be the most clever sentence you’ve ever written. It just needs to make the reader curious enough to read the next one. Simple can be powerful. What’s your favorite opening line from a book? #WritingCommunity #BookSky #WriterSky #AmWriting #IndieAuthor #Writer

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

@lucymccaul.bsky.social Thanks for the follow. Congratulations on finishing your first draft of your story. You did it... What inspired you while writing?

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Writers, do you outline everything before writing, or discover the story as you go? I’ve always found this fascinating because two writers can use completely different processes and still create incredible books. What’s your method? #AmWriting #WritingCommunity #BookSky #Writer #IndieAuthor

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Characters don’t always need to be likable. But they should make us feel something. Love them. Hate them. Feel sorry for them. Be fascinated by them. Indifference is usually the dangerous one. What makes a character unforgettable to you? #WritingCommunity #AmWriting #IndieAuthor #BookSky #Writer

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Self-published authors, what was your biggest “I had no idea I needed to do this” moment? Mine was realizing how many moving parts exist outside of actually writing the book. What caught you off guard? #SelfPublishing #IndieAuthor #BookSky #WriterSky #BookSky #AuthorSky #WritingCommunity

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

What’s your biggest struggle right now? 1. Starting 2. Finishing 3. Editing 4. Finding readers 5. Marketing Staying motivated Drop the number below. I’m curious what writers are dealing with right now. #WritingCommunity #Authors #WriterSky #BookSky #IndieAuthor #AuthorSky #Authors #AmWriting

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

A small writing tip that helps me: When a chapter feels “off,” I stop trying to fix individual sentences and ask: “What is this chapter actually trying to accomplish?” Sometimes the answer makes the problem obvious. What helps you when you’re stuck? #AmWriting #BookSky #WritingCommunity #Writers

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

Writers, how do you know when your manuscript is actually finished? Is it when you’ve fixed every typo? Finished editing? Gotten feedback? Or when you simply can’t look at the thing one more time? Seriously, how do you decide? #AmWriting #Writers #IndieAuthor #WritingCommunity #BookSky

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Your book doesn’t need to appeal to everyone. Trying to make every reader happy can make your story feel like it belongs to nobody. Write for the readers who will actually love what you’re creating. Was this something you learned the hard way? #IndieAuthor #WritingCommunity #BookSky #WriterSky

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

What’s one piece of writing advice you completely disagree with? There are so many “rules” in writing that I think writers sometimes forget that stories can break rules when they know why they’re breaking them. Let’s hear yours. #WritingCommunity #Authors #IndieAuthor #BookSky

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Tunmise Samuel Brower @critiquewithme.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

If your story feels slow, don’t immediately assume you need more action. Sometimes the problem is that the character has nothing they desperately want. Give the character a goal. Give them something standing in the way. Agree or disagree? #WritingTips #Writers #WritingCommunity #BookSky #Author

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