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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Sometimes you are surprised by a book review that stuns you in its perceptiveness. This one is long…and, to me, truly heartening. Thank you readers. dedemontgomery.com/a-map-of-her... #writingcommunity #books #dualtimeline

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Visit Museum of The Oregon Territory and Historic City Hall (Willamette Falls & Landings Heritage Area) #heritage #writingcommunity #mymusicman

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Huge thank you to Lake Oswego Public Library for hosting me last night, and to those who attended in person and virtually. I too appreciate to have had it live-streamed and recorded. Here’s the recording if you are curious. www.youtube.com/live/NE3F-Vo... #booktalks #dualtimeline #writingcommunity

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Third Tuesday Author: Dede Montgomery

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

I've been thinking of writing this blog for some time. FINDING MY PEOPLE AS A SOCIAL FLOATER Are you too a floater? Check out the traits I identified. More dedemontgomery.com/2026/09/02/f... #floaterfriend #writingcommunity

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Today's blog - MAKING IT BIG AS AN AUTHOR “Now that I have your attention, I’m sorry to burst your bubble. I am not here to share fine secrets about blowing your book or your bank account out of the water..” dedemontgomery.com/2026/08/15/m... #writingcommunity #promotion #MeaningfulConnections

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Making it BIG as an Author

Now that I have your attention, I’m sorry to burst your bubble. I am not here to share fine secrets about blowing your book or your bank account out of the water. Rather to tease into this id…

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Sent by a reader as spotted at the Astoria Public Library. I love libraries. Have you read A MAP OF HER OWN yet? dedemontgomery.com/a-map-of-her... #litfic #dualtimeline #writingcommunity

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Sure, authors want more reviews. But sometimes a message means more than any review ever could. This is one of them, from Mom's first and oldest friend. ❤ How fortunate I was to be able to weave Mom’s writing about her life with my own words, as if a conversation. #memoir #writingcommunity

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

A fabulous day in Astoria. Thanks the celebration partners. And yes, I posted a blog which includes my honorable mention writing entry. Also - yes, I know I'm no movie making pro but always have fun doing so - see it all at dede montgomery dot com. #astoriacolumn #CentennialCelebration

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Any Northern Oregon Coast friends? I am so excited to be in conversation with reporter Patrick Webb at the Astoria Public Library on Wed., June 24. Join us? Thanks for sharing KMUN! #writingcommunity #pnw#books

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Are you a tea drinker? Little did I know the wrinkle that would come along with my tea drinking when I began to draft this blog. Check it out at dedemontgomery.com/2026/06/02/t... #tea #wellbeing #writingcommunity

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

My escape this week led to today’s blog.And, even so...yes, I adore my brothers. dedemontgomery.com/2026/05/27/o... #siblings #onlysister #memoir #writingcommunity #booksky

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Yes, it’s that day. 46 years. Wow. If you missed it, check out my 2020 blog at dedemontgomery.com/2020/05/12/s... #eruption #mtsthelens #writingcommunity #booksky

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

“I don’t know about you, but I’ve been feeling a bit down lately. Given the state of so much in our world – war, politics, inflation – it’s no surprise. Add our aging or health challenges, and it feels like a lot...." dedemontgomery.com/2026/05/13/t... #writingcommunity #wellbeing #booksky

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Today's blog. I hope you check it out at dedemontgomery.com. Be good to yourself. I think taking bits of time away from "all of that" is equally important for our souls right now, and that includes getting immersed in a book. #bluesky #writingcommunity #steamboats #books #pacificnorthwest

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

If you missed it, you can still catch my just over an hour interview on KBOO Community Radio's Jonesy Hour. It was so fun talking all things Oregon, Columbia River, Astoria, (industrial hygiene!), writing, publishing. kboo.org/media/133130... #pdx #kboo #writingcommunity #books

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Radio lovers - I'm excited to be interviewed by Ken Jones for KBOO's Jonesy Hour tomorrow at 10:30 AM. You can also stream it after the show. kboo.org/media/133130... kboo.org/media/133130... #writingcommunity #PNW #stories

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Multnomah County friends. Been curious about A MAP OF HER OWN but didn’t want to buy a copy? It’s National Library Week AND you are in luck as I was just advised that Multnomah County library system now has, not one….but FIVE copies of A MAP OF HER OWN.#libraries #writingcommunity #booksky #PNW

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Okay maritime fans. Huge thanks to Dan Butler for addressing all those things I really don't know about River and Bar Pilots. dedemontgomery.com/2026/04/19/r... #columbiariver #columbiariverbarpilots

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Authors - do you love or hate the “review game/challenge”? Does it vary if you are traditionally v. self published? dedemontgomery.com/a-map-of-her... #reviews #books #writercommunity

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

You know me. I need to write. And until I'm in the midst of another book....blogs it will be! dedemontgomery.com/2026/03/17/t... #writingcommunity #pnw #irishroots

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Hey author friends, did any of your prior schools share a write up on you? I appreciate my decades past #Portland Lincoln High for inviting me to submit this! @writingcommunity.bsky.social #PNWauthors #booksky #amapofherown

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

“…My memoir and fiction hint at some of the “why” I appreciate Bedazzled’s mission to “celebrate the unique and under-represented voices of women and books about women...” dedemontgomery.com/2026/03/04/c... #womenshistory #writingcommunity @bedazzledink.bsky.social

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

Yes, another blog. This one filled with my upcoming events. And a bit more. Check it out - or even better, subscribe. More at dedemontgomery.com/2026/03/01/c... #oregonauthors #books #bookgroups #writingcommunity #booksky

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The Whimsical Muse @whimsicalmuse.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

Yes waiter, I'll have a cup of tea, a scone, and if it's not too much trouble, perhaps some precedented times?

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

OR & SW WA folks! What’s coming up? Would love to see you! More at dedemontgomery.com/events #oregonauthors #supportlocal #bookrecommendations #writingcommunity #booksky

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

"...Thus, the dilemma. I’ve resolved that the best control I have is continuing to share – both what I know and what I offer – on my blog…”more at dedemontgomery.com/2026/02/19/e... #PNWbooks #writingcommunity

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Book groups? Check out my new book guide for A MAP OF HER OWN. Strong female characters, deeply placed in Pacific NW, dual timeline. Download at dedemontgomery.com/a-map-of-her... #booksky #writingcommunity #bookgroups

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 15/02/2026

Confused about what I write? Each book is perfect to celebrate Oregon's Birthday. (Or any other day). Details at dedemontgomery.com/my-books #PNWbooks #booksky #writingcommunity #bookgroups

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

Just in time for Oregon’s birthday, my 2020 e-book is now available on bookshop.org! Learn more at dedemontgomery.org/then-now-and... #creativenonfiction #oregonreads #writingcommunity #skybooks

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

“…,The beauty too, is that my creation of this gift has gifted me moments of joyful interludes within this difficult world we are all part of.…” dedemontgomery.com/2026/02/07/h... #skybooks #writingcommunity #kidstories

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Again, thank you readers for sharing book reviews. They matter. Find A MAP OF HER OWN in all the usual places, including Bookshop and your favorite independent bookshop. #litfic #writingcommunity #dualtimelinebooks #booksky

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

Oh my. You never know how our books may touch people. Thank you dear Carmen for sharing this review of A MAP OF HER OWN in both English and Spanish. #writingcommunity #connection #place #litfiction #booksky

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

Local friends - join this informal workshop drawing on my experience supporting workplace wellbeing, and my own journaling and writing journey. All in a supportive community space. No cost. My books will be available. @whiterabbitbks.bsky.social #journaling #wellbeing

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

It’s out! Find it on all audiobook platforms! Watch the new trailer. More at dedemontgomery.com ❤️ #2026audiobooks #memoir #motherdaughter #womanhood #fromfirstbreathtolast #writingcommunity @bedazzledink.bsky.social

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

New blog! Within it find the audio clip for the chapter "Women and New Stories: Be the Best" (From First Breath to Last. Yes, I am at the time in my life when Enough really is Enough!... dedemontgomery.com/2026/01/20/c... #mythmaking #midlife #memoir #writingcommunity #skybooks

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

Okay, this is cool. After all, it’s hard for readers to learn about quality newer (or lesser known) authors. I’m thrilled to be on this list and I’m committed to read books from other authors also listed. Thank you @rodmannix.bsky.social www.literaryretweet.com/highly-rated...

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Rod Mannix #WritingCommunity @rodmannix.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

I'm pleased to add these authors (and a few of their credits) to the Highly-Rated Authors page on the Literary Retweet website. @dnschmidt.com @jarnopp.bsky.social @mikesahno.bsky.social @d2montgomery.bsky.social @glcharleboisbks.bsky.social www.literaryretweet.com/highly-rated...

I'm pleased to report that the above authors have been added to our page of Highly-Rated Authors on the Literary Retweet website. Visit the link above to see our list of other critically-acclaimed poets, novelists, as well as those who specialize in short stories, and nonfiction.

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Bob Merberg @heighho.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

Just finished A Map of Her Own by @d2montgomery.bsky.social. While I recommend it as an absorbing, beautifully told story, I personally appreciated gaining insight into the intertwined labor and suffrage movements. And the crabbing life, too! 🦀 Glad I could start my 2026 with this lovely novel!

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A Map of Her Own

A Map of Her Own was released by Bedazzled Ink Publishing on October 14, 2025.ISBN: 978-1-960373-77-9. Retail price: US $16.95 Order from Bookshop.org and your favorite bookstores, e-Books to Read,…

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Dede Montgomery @d2montgomery.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

I’ve had a few friends ask me what I write. Well…here you go! More at dedemonthomery.com @bedazzledink.bsky.social #writingcommunity #skybooks #litfic #memoir #PNW

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Elizabeth Jacobs, PhD @elizabethjacobs.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

Last night with no warning, RFK Jr. cancelled up to $2 billion in funding for mental health and substance abuse research and programs administered through SAMHSA. He and his minions did so because “they no longer believe the defunded programs align with the Trump administration's priorities”.

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Trump administration sends letter wiping out addiction, mental health grants

The Trump administration sent hundreds of letters Tuesday terminating federal grants supporting mental health and drug addiction services.

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