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Liz Hand @elizabethhand.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

RIP Cheetah Chrome. I saw the Dead Boys in 1970s DC & they were great. Always dug this Stones cover, from their second, more polished album, though nothing beats their first and ”Sonic Reducer” (original version was back when he was with Rocket from the Tombs). None of those guys made old bones …

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Tell Me

YouTube video by Dead Boys - Topic

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Liz Hand @elizabethhand.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

A family member once observed, not unkindly and also accurately, that in childhood photos, I look like a little girl in a Roz Chast cartoon. This still often holds as an adult.

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Liz Hand @elizabethhand.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

My new book is out next month, 3+ years in the writing. Was it worth it??? Now’s your chance to let me know! So far it’s got raves from PW, Kirkus, and Booklisr, whew. It’s on pre-order at 25% off today through Friday.

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Liz Hand @elizabethhand.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

I love Star Trek. There, I said it. Grew up watching it from the first episode and still catch it on planes and in hotel rooms, where it always seems to be on, in some version. And I'd love to see Shatner take on Thiel. Amok time!

theguardian.com

The actor and others involved with the phenomenon speak about the legacy and progressivism of a much-loved science fiction TV series as it reaches an important milestone

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Liz Hand @elizabethhand.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Sic transit Gloria. “At my age, in this still hierarchical time, people often ask me if I’m ‘passing the torch. I explain that I’m keeping my torch, thank you very much — and I’m using it to light the torches of others.”

nytimes.com

Gloria Steinem, Personification of the Women’s Movement, Dies at 92 (Gift Article)

She challenged sexist assumptions, helping women develop a sense of self-worth and gain a measure of equality at work, at home and in society at large.

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Liz Hand @elizabethhand.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Broken up to learn that Cassandra Wilson has died — such an incredible artist, always pushing the limits of what her voice could do. I was just listening to her a few nights ago. Too many losses.

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Cassandra Wilson - Harvest Moon

YouTube video by Vicky Tessio Locutora Actriz de Voz

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Liz Hand @elizabethhand.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

An oldie but a goodie. Can't recall source so feel free to add if you know.

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Liz Hand @elizabethhand.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

I first read this in 2000 but it's still a great essay, with links to JC's work for the Boston Review.

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Genre Trouble

Why can’t critics take John Crowley seriously?

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Liz Hand @elizabethhand.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

Thank you, Stephanie — done.

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Liz Hand @elizabethhand.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

I'm so glad you published his work, Gavin — a gift to readers.

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Liz Hand @elizabethhand.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

Yes! I always loved that line — such a gift to the reader!

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Liz Hand @elizabethhand.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

John Crowley has died, a much-loved friend & perhaps the most brilliant writer of our time. I recall the sense of immanence I felt upon reading Aegypt nearly 40 years ago, doors opening endlessly in front of me. We are blessed to have lived in his world & to have his work now that's he's left it.

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Liz Hand @elizabethhand.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Another deep sigh. I remember three decades ago being on or watching con panels, with topics like "Can Women Write Science Fiction/Fantasy/etc." Depressing to think the needle hasn't moved, though renaming genres is always a popular pastime, in fiction as in breakfast cereal.

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Liz Hand @elizabethhand.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

RIP Carlo Ginzburg whose remarkable body of work, some of it focused on the Benandanti, influenced John Crowley, Paul Park,and me, to name a few. A Good Walker, indeed.

nytimes.com

Carlo Ginzburg, Who Told the History of the Obscure, Dies at 87

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Liz Hand @elizabethhand.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Congrats!!! Can’t wait to read it!

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Arley Sorg @arleysorg.bsky.social · 12/04/2026

The new Clarkesworld Magazine aka @clarkesworldmagazine.com includes my interviews with Suzanne Palmer & John Chu - @zanzjan.bsky.social @johnchu.bsky.social - clarkesworldmagazine.com

clarkesworldmagazine.com

Issue 235

Clarkesworld Science Fiction and Fantasy Magazine and Podcast.

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Liz Hand @elizabethhand.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

I'm heartsick at the news that The Washington Post has laid off 30% of its staff, including everyone at Book World. I've freelanced for BW since 1988 & its editors, writers, & fellow reviewers felt like a family of sorts. Writing is an isolating business: everyone at Book World made it less so.

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Liz Hand @elizabethhand.bsky.social · 04/01/2026

Logging out of here. Happy new year, everyone, you can find me if you want to via email!

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Liz Hand @elizabethhand.bsky.social · 28/12/2025

That’s awesome news, Corey! Congratulations!

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Liz Hand @elizabethhand.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

I’m hanging with the wood people.

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Liz Hand @elizabethhand.bsky.social · 02/11/2025

You are so often having fun! I aspire to your level of fun-ness.

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Ellen Kushner @ellenkushner.bsky.social · 02/11/2025

I was having fun!

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Liz Hand @elizabethhand.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

Same here. She was who I wanted to be when I was 17. RIP

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Liz Hand @elizabethhand.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

So sad to learn of this. A role model for so many of us since the 1970s. 💖

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Liz Hand @elizabethhand.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

That’s so great! One of my favorite books of the last I don’t know how many years. If you haven’t read it yet, do so now. Perfect for the run-up to Halloween.

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