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G.G. Silverman

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Award-winning writer. My fairy tale horror story collection THE BLOOD YEAR DAUGHTER releases April 28, 2026 from Creature Publishing. Preorder anywhere books are sold!

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NightTide Magazine @nighttidemag.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
Today, we celebrate @ggsilverman.bsky.social, an award-winning multidisciplinary creator whose acclaimed new short fiction collection, The Blood Year Daughter, weaves myth, embodiment, and survival into something ferocious, out April 28, 2026. 👻📚 nighttidemag.com/2026/02/04/s...
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AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT: G.G. SILVERMAN
Award-winning, multidisciplinary author and artist G.G. Silverman brings her fiercely lyrical, feminist, and speculative sensibility to the fore in her acclaimed new short fiction collection The Bl…
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
JUST posted my 5th installment of Stranger Than Fiction, an episode called “The Impossible Stranger” in which I tell a story that DOES NOT MAKE SENSE, about how I was saved from danger on a story night by a complete stranger many years ago. My mom said it was…an angel. substack.com/home/post/p-...
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Exposition Review @expositionreview.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
Comics & Film Editor Lauren Gorski is ready for your submissions! Send them to her by December 15! We pay contributors $50! Submit here: tinyurl.com/ExpoParaSocial.
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Call for Submissions for Vol. XI: “PARA/SOCIAL” - Exposition Review
Issue XI begins with an infinite tension. Para – altered, beside, beyond, against. Social – the networks of intimacy, recognition, and belonging we carry with us. Joined together, these words suggest ...
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maxine 🏳️‍⚧️🐁 @verminquest.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
I have released a little guided art grounding nature journal zine thing over here. Free! It’s just a silly little thing. rat-witch.itch.io/pleinair-scape
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Pleinair Scape: An aRtPG by rat_witch
A solo-nature-journaling art therapy zine.
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Exposition Review @expositionreview.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
Less than 10 days left to submit to Vol. XI: “PARA/SOCIAL” and get guaranteed feedback from our editorial team! Submit in any genre here: tinyurl.com/ExpoParaSocial! #ExpoReview #CallforSubmissions
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
When someone chooses to spend their free time learning from me, it's such an honor & a privilege. There's a multitude of creative writing teachers out there, & I feel so lucky to be able to share my gifts. Writing itself is a lonely biz, but lifting others up along the way feels so good. :)
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
I am impressed with my short fiction students for being committed to doing the work even while the world seems like it's falling apart. Being creative in trying times is extra difficult, but they rose to the occasion & I'm proud. I feel so lucky to know them.
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
Last night my flagship 6-Month Short Fiction Intensive Course wrapped, & my students read such beautiful work in their celebratory event. We had a gorgeous showing of darkly fantastical tales & magical realism. I'm SO proud of them — 6 months to write 6 stories, diving deep into the craft with me!
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
Thanks to all those who shouted out/reposted my #bookcover reveal yesterday! We got so many beautiful supportive comments via various channels, & your love of literature warms my soul. Thank you again, my darlings. ❤️ #shortfiction #shortstories #gothicfiction #literaryhorror #magicalrealism
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
Cover reveal!! Wanna be first to know when my book is ready for pre-order? Want exclusive behind-the-scenes info? Sign up for my mailing list at www.ggsilverman.com/subscribe
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Jeff VanderMeer @jeffvandermeer.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
Hey, weirdlings and norms... my book tour celebrating the release of the Absolution trade paperback kicks off Oct 20 in Santa Cruz, in convo with the wonderful writer @poingu.bsky.social ! So looking forward to it.
Free book talk and signing
10/20, 7:00 p.m. - Santa Cruz, CA
Bookshop Santa Cruz
in conversation with Claire Oshetsky

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Michael Czyzniejewski @mczyzniejewski.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
Patty Q with a new piece at Ghost Parachute! @patriciaqbidar.bsky.social ghostparachute.com/issue/octobe...
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The Untranslatable German Word for a Gate Slamming Shut — Ghost Parachute
My only friend, Little Hansel, smells like closet. That’s what my mother said the one time she met the four-year-old. I was babysitting him for my weed dealers, a pair of comfy old dykes. My mother sn...
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🌒💀 evelynn 💀🌘 @ladyartaud.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
i have a new post up! and it contains a (very pretentious) description of the big project I'm working on. Also, the piece here is the introduction to a series of prose bits & poems i'm writing about my girl The Machine God. schizopoetics.wordpress.com/2025/10/08/t...
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The Machine God Awakens
Hi everyone,I’m back with another piece here. I’m working on a series of poems/prose pieces about the machine god. This is the introduction post for her. Eventually there will be a seri…
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
And gratitude to @tinhouse.bsky.social Winter Workshop 2020 & Writing x Writers Boulder (especially Ramona Ausubel) for more craft inspiration that led to my manuscript being not just publishable, but notable—a finalist for 8 awards. Ok, come back tomorrow for COVER REVEAL?
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
My forthcoming book also features stories originally published by @saratantlinger.bsky.social at @roosterreppress.bsky.social & @sequoian.bsky.social & Cole Bucciaglia at Psychopomp, as well as one from @expositionreview.bsky.social. COVER REVEAL TOMORROW—can't wait!
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
Hey, #shortfiction fans!! Tomorrow is the COVER REVEAL of my new book THE BLOOD YEAR DAUGHTER coming from Creature Publishing April 2026! Featuring stories workshopped with @joycecaroloates.bsky.social who gave great advice on shaping the collection, & also workshopped with Ted Chiang & Amy Hempel.
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Ariel Marken Jack @arielmarkenjack.bsky.social · 17/09/2025
I hear people are talking about more short story collections. Yes, hello, I would like more collections by @seanbirnie.bsky.social, @casskhaw.bsky.social, @acwise.bsky.social, @thomasha.bsky.social, @stevetoase.bsky.social, @sillysyntax.bsky.social, and many others not on Bsky please and thank you 🖤
Picture shows 12 colourful paperback books on a red and blue patterned rug. Books are by Seán Padraic Birnie, Cassandra Khaw, A.C. Wise, Thomas Ha, Alexander MacLeod, Sayaka Murata, Steve Toase, Aoko Matsuda, Camilla Grudova, Suzan Palumbo, and Yukiko Motoya.
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Locus Magazine @locusmag.bsky.social · 18/09/2025
Calling all students ~ get a year's worth of digital issues of Locus Magazine for only $30 by applying for our student discount. Locus Magazine could be the thing to take your writing from good to great by giving you insights into what makes fiction work! subscribers.locusmag... | Link in bio
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
In advance of my book release next spring, I have started receiving jaw-droppingly beautiful endorsements from authors I love, and CAN't WAIT to share what they said about my book. I am losing my mind with gratitude over their words.
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
Hello, friend-o's! I recently started an Instagram account for my art and writing & to build community around those topics. If you're on Insta and want to be friends there too, see: www.instagram.com/gg_silverman/
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 26/08/2025
My latest SUPER VULNERABLE #Substack post: on becoming psychic to stay safe—a.k.a., my brain grew tentacles. It feels scary to share this, but thanks for taking the time to read & engage in heartfelt dialog—I appreciate it! ggsilverman.substack.com/p/episode-3-...
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 12/08/2025
Also, I was humbled to start getting pledges for this content. I haven't turned on payments yet, but I'm honored to know that people would pay, if they could. Writing is often an unpaid art form, & your support takes my breath away. I'm grateful. ❤️ ggsilverman.substack.com/p/episode-2-...
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Stranger Than Fiction, Episode 2: Buried Alive
Or, OH FUCK, I am going to die
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 12/08/2025
It has felt super scary & vulnerable to share this material in my Substack, but so I've only gotten the kindest messages from people saying they've also had similar experiences. Thank you, friends, for telling me I am not alone. Much love! ggsilverman.substack.com/p/episode-2-...
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Stranger Than Fiction, Episode 2: Buried Alive
Or, OH FUCK, I am going to die
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 12/08/2025
Forgot to share my second Substack post: "Buried Alive" or "OH FUCK, I'm going to die!" Part of my series exploring my real-life experiences with the #TheUnexplained. #Reincarnation. #Ghosts. #Psychic phenomena. Hecks yes, it's weird. Enjoy? ggsilverman.substack.com/p/episode-2-...
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Stranger Than Fiction, Episode 2: Buried Alive
Or, OH FUCK, I am going to die
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 04/08/2025
In my new series "Stranger Than Fiction" I'll also be talking about my real life experiences with ghosts. Psychic experiences. And more things that defy explanation. It's gonna get WEIRD. open.substack.com/pub/ggsilver...
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Stranger Than Fiction
Episode 1: Reincarnation, a.k.a., Why am I here again?
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 04/08/2025
Hello, friends! Announcing my *weird* & VULNERABLE new writing project—my #Substack series "Stranger Than Fiction," about my personal experiences of the #paranormal & #supernatural. First issue: #Reincarnation, OR Why am I here again?? open.substack.com/pub/ggsilver...
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Stranger Than Fiction
Episode 1: Reincarnation, a.k.a., Why am I here again?
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Uncanny Magazine @uncannymagazine.bsky.social · 28/07/2025
WE NEED YOUR HELP, SPACE UNICORNS! The Uncanny Magazine Year 12: Fly Forever, Space Unicorns! Kickstarter is 83% funded with 9 days to go! Please push us over that finish line so we can make another year of your Uncanny Magazine! buff.ly/d6biJJf
Uncanny Magazine Year 11 Covers: The Duet by Nilah Magruder, Barbershops of the Floating City by Grace P. Fong, and Blessed Universe by Galen Dara
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khōréō magazine @khoreo.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
🚨 Submissions are OPEN! 🚨 We are open to short stories under 5,000 words, translations under 3,500 words, and flash fiction. We offer $0.10/word. Send in your submissions now! For more details on submissions, please visit our website: www.khoreomag.com/submissions-...
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 23/07/2025
SO EXCITED! Marketing is ramping up for my book coming out next year, THE BLOOD YEAR DAUGHTER! Gothy dark short stories with witchy, vampiric goodness. My wonderful publisher and I feel palpable excitement! EEEEEEE!
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Bad Hand Books @badhandbooks.bsky.social · 23/07/2025
Working with our distributors on cracking into the airport-bookstore market. That could be huge. Tally ho.
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 22/07/2025
Saw the #Superman movie this weekend. SO funny & also damn near made me cry. Superman, at the beginning, was only 80% healed & went back to helping the people. As a #disabled person I know what that's like. You help even tho you're not 100%. Props to @jamesgunn.bsky.social for a relatable hero.❤️
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 22/07/2025
Sad to hear of Ozzy Osbourne's passing. And also of Malcolm Jamal Warner. Sending love & light to both their families. Even if Ozzy was the Prince of Darkness. 🖤
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
This devastating little book was out on submission for 3 years before it found its rightful home. And the manuscript gathered so many accolades. A story within was nommed for Pushcart, O. Henry, & Best American Short Fiction. I've been working on this project for 10 years. IT'S FINALLY HAPPENING!
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
THRILLED to announce that my debut short story collection THE BLOOD YEAR DAUGHTER has found its home at Creature Publishing! I love what they're doing in the women-driven horror space, & am deeply grateful for their exquisite care. Coming in spring 2026!
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
Thank you, @expositionreview.bsky.social _ I am so lucky to be on this list!
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
YES to this!
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
Grateful to be included on this phenomenal list! Being nominated for the @pushcartprize.bsky.social is a huge honor & I am honestly stunned.
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
It's #WorldBookDay! I have a wildly award-winning book manuscript (8 serious accolades!) that so far hasn't found a publisher—a searing #feminist #shortfiction collection. One of the stories is nom'd for Pushcart, O.Henry Prize, & Best American Short Fiction! Dreaming of the right publisher. Sigh.😍
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 03/03/2025
If we're going to survive these trying times, we will do so by showing up as our WHOLE selves. Don't hide your shine. What makes you special is so necessary. Lean into your uniqueness—it's needed!❤️
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 03/03/2025
Good morning, all! A reminder, I'm offering a NEW workshop on March 24, 10-12 Pacific: BEING CREATIVE IN TROUBLED TIMES. In this nurturing workshop, we’ll be discussing how to reconnect with our creative practice in ways that are meaningful & energizing! www.eventbrite.com/e/being-crea...
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 24/02/2025
Last, if anyone has any questions about this workshop on March 24, let me know. I will also prepare special content for anyone with a specific question, if I am able! www.eventbrite.com/e/being-crea...
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 24/02/2025
I am offering BEING CREATIVE IN TROUBLED TIMES because I, too, wrestle with the question of WHY & HOW—why & how should we stay committed to our creative practice despite these terrifying times. Looking forward to sharing my strategies & tips! www.eventbrite.com/e/being-crea...
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 24/02/2025
NEW WORKSHOP: Being Creative in Troubled Times. In this nurturing session, we’ll be discussing how to reconnect with our creative practice in ways that are meaningful & energizing. LEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE: www.eventbrite.com/e/being-crea...
NEW WORKSHOP: Being Creative in Troubled Times. In this nurturing session, we’ll be discussing how to reconnect with our creative practice in ways that are meaningful & energizing
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Annie Neugebauer @annieneugebauer.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
Valentine’s Day! A day for lovers & flowers & blood & monsters & madness & mysterious animal hides & carnivorous tooth fairies & skin stealing & obsession & a spider in the pool & candy! Need help w/that? Preorder You Have to Let Them Bleed @badhandbooks.bsky.social badhandbooks.com/preorders/yo...
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Sara Tantlinger @saratantlinger.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
I always used Valentine's Day on that other site to promote Love for Slaughter, so I might as well do it again here 😆 If some #horrormance poetry is your thing 🖤🩸 www.amazon.com/Love-Slaught...
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
Insanely honored to be nommed for the Pushcart Prize, O.Henry Prize, and Best American Short Fiction. AHHHHHHHH! Thank you!
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Exposition Review @expositionreview.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
🚨✍️CALL FOR ENTRIES: Season 10 of our #Flash405 writing contests is officially open! Submit your short form writing in any & every genre to Expo Editor Ashley Moon’s “Anchor” theme by 3/5 for your chance to win cash prizes and publication! Enter your writing here: tinyurl.com/FlashAnchor. #ExpoReview
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Call for Entries: Flash 405, February 2025: “Anchor" - Exposition Review
As our editors are hard at work putting together our “Spring” annual issue, we are also springing into 2025 with our first Flash 405 contest of the year! From February 4 to March 5, we are accepting e...
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
I believe that art is here to show us how to live. I am here for this. Sending all of my friends peace & strength!
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
Last year, I was awarded a grant to self-publish a book that is all stories about female empowerment. I am currently working on production & my goal is to release by October. I am REALLY excited about it—I am pouring my heart into it & hope it brings people awe.
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G.G. Silverman @ggsilverman.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
Over the past few weeks I've had the pleasure of spending time online with @emstarr.bsky.social @vermin.quest & @1texsun.bsky.social — Thanks for being there!
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