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Gavin Inglis @gavininglis.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

I feel certain somebody on Bluesky will want to see this picture of an otter playing the piano.

An otter at Edinburgh Zoo reaches through a mesh to play a colourful toy piano. In the background, less talented otters roll around, and the foreground is framed by a neon green drink bottle. It was difficult to hear in the noisy environment, but we think the piano piece was Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto no. 2.

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Dr Lynne Hardy @lynneahardy.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

And here’s the next one! This is an absolutely cracking introductory solo adventure from maestro @gavininglis.bsky.social. Completely standalone and A5 (roughly) - almost pocket-sized!

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Gavin Inglis @gavininglis.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

I see somebody at Chaosium has pressed the wrong button and accidentally made a huge stack of brilliant RPG books available for peanuts -- including my ENNIE-winner The Domestic.

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Gavin Inglis @gavininglis.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Salisbury Crags wildfire still going at 1am. Can smell smoke indoors half a mile away. Flakes of white ash falling in the street like a hint of snow.

A view through trees of wildfire on Salisbury Crags, Edinburgh. Murky green foliage forms a frame around a hillside aglow with orange light. Plumes of flame rise from the gorse.

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Chaosium @chaosium.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Did you know you can play a fox in our Rivers of London #TTRPG? Talking Foxes are part of the magical landscape, with their own secretive ways. But The Folly, the special magic division of the London Metropolitan Police, know they love to trade info for dog treats and scraps.

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Gavin Inglis @gavininglis.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

I like to think if I am ever suspected of anything, my search history will be baffling. Five most recent: "kraken bonk"; "egg him on etymology"; "the parting glass chords"; "define foetid"; "paganini".

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Gavin Inglis @gavininglis.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

I've been playing chess online for about a year, and maybe I shouldn't have been surprised, but wow, there are lots of bad losers out there. Once you find your level, you lose about half of your games. Get over it?

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Dr Lynne Hardy @lynneahardy.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

And there she goes! Contains an exclusive and very important fox story by @benaaronovitch.bsky.social and the fox character creation rules. Because I love you 😘

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Sarah Cole @irny.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Hi Folks! A quick reminder that the inaugural Tabletop Unconference is happening this Saturday in London! Tickets are still available, and cost as little as £1. Get them here: ti.to/tabletop-unc...

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Tabletop Unconference 2026

An unconference-style gathering for tabletop game-makers to meet and chat with each other about projects, problems, and ideas. See further down the page for more information!

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Gavin Inglis @gavininglis.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

Have just dropped The Grand Grimoire of Cthulhu Mythos Magic on my bare toe, corner first.

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Gavin Inglis @gavininglis.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

Lee is terrific at creative collaboration, which is one of those make-or-break things you won't find out until you're deep in a project.

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ABS @abs.ventures · 23/05/2026

June 5-7th @cymerafestival.co.uk is back & once again I've helped curate our exciting #Games strand, to sign up to play shorturl.at/FEOrc (I'm running 2 games!) shorturl.at/ob2EC has the Workshops & #game related events. Free/low priced ticket options for most, message me if price a barrier. #TTRPG

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Gavin Inglis @gavininglis.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

The cat's out of the bag! Wait, that's no cat...

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Chaosium @chaosium.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Join renowned author Ben Aaronovitch and line editor for Rivers of London: the Roleplaying Game, Lynne Hardy. Ben and Lynne will showcase how to design mysteries, and talk about taking the Folly to the tabletop! See you at UKGE!

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Gavin Inglis @gavininglis.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

Just back from Edinburgh's big annual book sale. Picked up a Belgian timeline of early ecclesiastical writers from the estate of a bishop. And a Jack Reacher.

Interior view of Synopsis Scriptorum Ecclesiae Antiquae, published 1953. It contains a fold-out timeline of writers from 60 AD to 460 AD, labelled in Latin. The rows record Roman emperors, notable events, popes, and geographic regions. Between 360 AD and 410 AD a startling amount of detail is included. The Jack Reacher book, Never Go Back, is not pictured.

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James Wallis @jameswallis.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

The Ukrainian RPG industry is hosting a three-day online convention at the start of May, ROLEPLAY UKRAINE 2026, and you are invited to come and play with them, and help to fund a relief caravan of medical supplies for those suffering in the ongoing war. Check it out. warhorn.net/events/rolep...

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Roleplay Ukraine 2026 | Warhorn

Welcome to our online Stronghold! We seek to bring together English-speaking players from across the globe, build connections and celebrate both imaginative and real heroes. Planned activities: GAME...

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Haunt Publishing @hauntpublishing.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

66% OFF ALL BOOKS! There's just over one month left until we close our creaking doors for good, so head to our website and grab yourself a scarily good 66% off all our books. Use code at checkout: HAUNT66 www.hauntpublishing.com/books #Gothic #Horror #DarkFiction #GothicLiterature #HorrorBooks

Text reads: 66% off, all books must go. Use code at checkout: HAUNT66.

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Lars @herrvonspeck.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

Rabea Rogge, die erste deutsche Frau im All, hat einfach einen W20 mit rauf genommen. #PNPDE #Spaaace

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Gavin Inglis @gavininglis.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Some days, writing is about easing into the flow and then getting wrecked doing unanticipated research about Victorian hat labels.

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Gavin Inglis @gavininglis.bsky.social · 22/03/2026

The sentence that kills me from this article is: 'Emily is autistic, and she described how she “always assumes that surely people will see the common sense in things”.'

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ali maloney @alimaloney.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

Big news for people who like cassette players in the woods

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inkle @inkle.co · 02/03/2026

ANNOUNCEMENT: The Game Narrative Kaleidoscope launches this Wednesday! Over 100+ essays on the craft of game writing and narrative design; affordable priced. … AND we’ll also launch with the first two episodes of the podcast series, where we talk to the article writers about their craft.

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Cities and Memory @citiesandmemory.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Century of Sounds: the album is out now! This free/pay-what-you-like album brings together some of the highlights from our partnership with @pittriversmuseum.bsky.social, bringing together musical styles from all over the world: citiesandmemory.bandcamp.com/album/a-cent...

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Hildur Knútsdóttir @hildur.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

I regularly see people wondering how it's possible that there are so many musicians and writers and film makers and artists from a tiny nation like Iceland. And the answer is really simple: State funding for art education and artists. I literally get a salary from the government to write books.

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Gavin Inglis @gavininglis.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

Any UCU members here that just received their election ballots -- I can recommend Gillian Jack @drgillhistory.bsky.social as someone who puts their heart and soul into the union on a daily basis.

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Gavin Inglis @gavininglis.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

Cleaning an old fountain pen which belonged to my dad. It's had thirty scoosh-throughs and four warm water soaks and this sucker is still producing squid-like quantities of ink.

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Sarah Cole @irny.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

Ok, I could *really* do with a vague idea of how many people might be interested in this event, otherwise finding a suitable venue is a nonsense. I've set up a temporary event page here: ti.to/tabletop-unc... If you're conceptually interested, please click through and register your interest!

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Tabletop Unconference 2026

An unconference-style gathering for tabletop game-makers to meet and chat with each other about projects, problems, and ideas. The venue (and thus the date) will be confirmed based on the number of pe...

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SoloRPGList @solorpglist.com · 19/01/2026

New to the #SoloRPG List: Alone Against the Flames by @gavininglis.bsky.social An Introductory Solitaire Adventure for Call of Cthulhu. A horror story set in the 1920s. CLICKY: solorpglist.com/search.php?i...

Cover for the Solo TTRPG: Call of Cthulhu - Alone Against the Flames - a solo adventure for the call of cthulhu 7th edition Quick Start Rules. Illustration of a man in silhouette running out of a building that is very much on fire

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Gavin Inglis @gavininglis.bsky.social · 29/12/2025

I am not really into Christmas. However I just ate a bunch of different cheeses then fell asleep on the sofa in front of a Sean Connery film. So maybe I have the basic skills.

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Mike Fragassi @refrag.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

Today is the day to repost this meme about International Men's Day, one of the most unironically wholesome memes that has ever been made. Shoutout to all my fellow champs, chiefs, and kings. ✊

Nerdy kid at keyboard:
Hi guys, I've noticed that it is International Men's Day today, and I'm confused. Why do we need a day to talk about men? We're not a marginalised group like women, queer people, or people of colour. The media is already full of stories about men.

Big buff shirtless dude at keyboard:
I'm glad you asked, champ. Whatever your view on men's place in society, it's still true that we face a lot of issues - like social isolation, risk of suicide, health problems, and attitudes towards sex and child rearing. Having a day to talk about those doesn't take away from anyone else's problems. In fact, having a day to talk about them helps us be more mindful, and listen better at other times.

Second shirtless buff dude on a couch at his laptop:
The chief here is really on to something. I want to echo what he said, and also point out that the idea we should remain silent about our problems actually contributes to a lot of our issues. We are human beings, with human needs. Seeking mutual support and understanding isn't the same thing as placing a burden on others. Especially if we're providing it for each other.

Third buff dude at his laptop:
Right on, my fellow kings. We've inherited a social legacy of competition and division, and a lot of what makes a man in our era is under question. IMD is a chance for us to examine and rethink what we are together, and build the bonds of solidarity and support that will make a better way possible - like in this meme. Because in our hearts, we're all curious kids and buff guys on keyboards.

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Gavin Inglis @gavininglis.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

Just found some interactive fiction from 1945 in a local bookshop -- Treasure Hunt by 'Alan George'. Digital version here: bookwise.io/alan-george/...

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Treasure Hunt

Bookwise complete text of 'Treasure Hunt' by Alan George

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RSPB @rspb.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

Birds but they get spookier each time. 🎃👻 Enter if you dare...🚪

A black background decorated with gold illustrations of branches, stars, swords, ravens, and tiny ghost shapes. In the centre, bold text reads: “BIRDS BUT THEY GET SPOOKIER EACH TIME.” Two ravens perch on bare branches at the bottom, with candles glowing beside them.

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Joanne Harris @joannechocolat.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

Unsolicited writing advice, no. 999: It’s not just the story that matters, it’s the person telling it. Your stories are filtered through your experience, your culture, your upbringing, your identity. Don’t be afraid to let it show. Those things matter. You matter.

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James Morton @glesga-grognard.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

One step beyond

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Edward Ross @edwardross.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

“Ah you’re struggling to find pleasure in reading? Have you considered making it stressful? Maybe adding a pass/fail element into the mix?”

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Gavin Inglis @gavininglis.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

We made a long drive to play this and it was totally worth it. Some real head-twisting, impactful moments. Ideal for a convention game.

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Gavin Inglis @gavininglis.bsky.social · 13/07/2025

If you're going to @tabletopscot.bsky.social this year, booking just opened for my Sunday morning RPG, Disco Ambulance: tabletopscotland.co.uk/product/spir... Don't snooze if you want a seat.

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Spirit of ’77 – Disco Ambulance – Tabletop Scotland

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Gavin Inglis @gavininglis.bsky.social · 05/07/2025

This week was a good one for gigs. Bookended by King Diamond (Monday) and Zombina and the Skeletones (Friday).

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Gavin Inglis @gavininglis.bsky.social · 28/06/2025

This is really well done. Worth a watch if the news is getting you down.

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Leona Scream @editor.scot · 25/06/2025

SHOOGLY IS IN THE OED LET'S GOOOO

shoogly
Pronunciation: /ˈʃʊɡ(ə)li/
adjective
Scottish English
unsteady; wobbly:
the shoogly decking has been taken apart and repurposed to build raised beds
he has some shoogly days but is otherwise OK
More example sentences
Origin
early 19th century: from shoogle + -le4.
For editors and proofreaders
Line breaks: shoo|gly

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Gavin Inglis @gavininglis.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

Possibly unwise life choices, item 2746:

An email acknowledgement. It shows a five-pointed star and the text "You're attending Canyon of Blood Listening Party".

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Writers' Bloc @writersbloc.bsky.social · 15/06/2025

Secret project.

A cluttered kitchen table with evidence of creative activity. In the centre is a partially-hidden manuscript annotated in pale blue. Within text marked as 'Ali part one' are the phrases 'jellyfish queen' and 'distortion and shivering drone notes'. Under 'Josh' we can read 'blessing on a boat's prow' and 'I hang seaweed'. To the left of the picture is a black device with a grid of buttons lit up in blue, white, yellow and orange. The columns are labelled in orange LED with words such as 'hammers', 'bassdrum' and 'magnus'. To the right of the picture a laptop computer displays an enigmatic grid and controls for an audio mixer. Other items scattered around include a black notebook with a retro sticker of a Scotch VHS tape and a mostly concealed packet of hummus crisps.

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Gavin Inglis @gavininglis.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

Noisy building works next door, so I'm playing heavy rain sounds while I work. Makes every scene seem really ominous.

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Gavin Inglis @gavininglis.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

Sorry to see Frederick Forsyth has died. I learned a lot about story structure from reading his thrillers.

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Gavin Inglis @gavininglis.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

Fifteen times a day, for the last three years, a guy called 'Eric' has hit my contact form claiming to have 'just discovered' my website and offering 'sales leads'. I never read beyond the first line. Keep trying, man; maybe tomorrow will be that special day when I finally respond.

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Fin Cramb @fincramb.bsky.social · 02/05/2025

Peter Pan: The Graphic Novel, the 10th Anniversary Special Edition, is now LIVE on Kickstarter! From Stref (Stephen White), myself and @comicscene.bsky.social Faithful to the original, an all-ages book that was a real labour of love for us! Check it out here www.kickstarter.com/projects/com...

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Peter Pan Graphic Novel

Based on the original work by J.M.Barrie by Stref and Fin Cramb

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Gavin Inglis @gavininglis.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

I look for the implied story in stock photos. Here I think she's supposed to be a student, delighted with her new personal feedback from the AI. In fact she's from a stock photo called "Trendy young business woman" and has previously been used for marketing recruitment.

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