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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Long time no see! Things have been CRAZY around here lately. Filled with end of school insanity, dance recitals, and a family trip to Dollywood. 😍 Miss all you lovely people!

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

Just got back from Paris early yesterday. The flights were rough, but I did it! The city was beautiful. And while I was sad to leave after such a short time, I’m glad to be home with my kiddos.

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

Happy New Years Eve, lovelies! May your 2026 be filled with nothing but happiness! 💜

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

Just found out that I'll be going to Paris next month for a few days. Friends who have been, what are the top must sees/dos? Any traveling tips?

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

Sorry to have been MIA again for so long, y’all. Been struggling with some bad anxiety and found out it’s likely I have OCD recently. It’s been a lot. But know I miss all of you!

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

I bring you, doggie in a sunbeam 😍

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

Oldest wouldn’t get out of the car for school again today. Youngest is home sick with a stomach thing. Today has been a day 😩

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 02/11/2025

Happy Thanksmas season to all who celebrate! 🦃🎄

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

Well, I made it to Halloween Eve, but I’ve officially dipped into the candy 🤣

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

Hair washing day is the bane of my existence.

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Viva La Vivian @vivalavivian.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

Every week many of us look forward to these chats. Please, if you see this, click the original post and browse the works by so many horror writers. SO much talent flying under the radar that needs to be seen. xx

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

It was awards day at school today. My son won the COBRA award for his class (basically the student who does their best to go above and beyond)! My daughter won the Library award for her class! I'm one proud mama right now!

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

#HorrorWritersChat Q4 We really should bring back the green ribbon girl story. I feel like kids these days are not nearly traumatized enough.

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

#HorrorWritersChat Q3 People. I think people are both the past and future of fear in the world. There is so much to be afraid of there.

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

#HorrorWritersChat Not gonna lie, I'm still freaked out by Bloody Mary. I catch myself accidentally thinking about it to myself sometimes in the bathroom and I immediately flip out. No. Thank. You.

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

#HorrorWritersChat Hey all, sorry I'm joining a bit late! I'm Jess (she/her) and I'm currently working on a cozy paranormal horror/romance. My childhood fear was....everything? lol I'm still a bit of a baby, but horror has grown on me over the years. Still gives me nightmares though.

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Jonathan Edward Durham @thisone0verhere.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

[friends using Ouija biard] A-okay it’s an A. R-omg an R. A-R-E Y-O-U M-A-D A-T M-E yep it’s him

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Gabino Iglesias @gabino.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

Reminder that most little free libraries can also accommodate a few cans of food.

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

An elusive sighting of my non-people loving kitty 😻

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

My first born baby is TEN years old today. How and when did he get so grown up 😭❤️

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

This song has no business being such a banger 🎶

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

#AwesomeCharacters Sophie usually works on her own. So, while she's not the best researcher, she usually looks up what she needs on her own, using the internet/library. Everett is used to relying on one of his associates for research purposes, though he will do some supplemental research himself.

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

My last book was shelved because the feedback from betas, while largely positive, disagreed on how best to fix the issues. Now my husband has the manuscript...

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a cartoon character is standing in a room with a purple background and holding a pen .

ALT: a cartoon character is standing in a room with a purple background and holding a pen .

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Chronic Illness Humor @chronicillness.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

Me: waits 6 months to see a specialist Specialist: “You should see a different specialist.”

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

Why yes, I did make a full pot of coffee just for myself. Gonna be that kind of day.

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

#PlotTober Day 28: I've been pitching this WIP as a cozy horror/romance 🤷‍♀️

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

Apparently it’s #NationalBlackCatDay today! So, here’s my handsome boy, Snow 😻

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Boute-en-Train @cookiebitz5.blacksky.app · 27/10/2025

and finally, ppl deserve food. even if they don't work or aren't unable to or whatever. humans need food and they should have it regardless. no qualifiers needed.

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

Racing against time today to get all my bedding washed and back on the bed before it's time to sleep. I hate this game.

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Chronic Illness Humor @chronicillness.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

Imposter syndrome with chronic illness is a weird phenomenon. Like, am I pretending to turn my fingers blue?

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

#AwesomeCharacters Sophie is either watching a rom-com or something fantastical. Everett is either watching a documentary or a mystery of some kind.

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

Re: things I've always wanted answers to

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Saranormal Activity: The Ghost Dimension @sarahstubbssays.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

If you can donate food, here's a handy list of items! 🧵 (1/4) (graphic came from FB)

This was learned from those in need

Snap Benefits feeding 42 million Americans may stop in November because of the shutdown.

1. Boxed Mac & Cheese (common) = useless without milk & butter (uncommon)
2. Boxed milk is a treasure for cereal loving kids.
3. Pasta and Spaghetti sauce are everywhere.
4. Canned good help more - IF opener included (or pop tops)
5. Cooking oil is a rare luxury but essential
6. Spices, salt, and pepper are true gifts.
7. Tea and coffee make people feel cared for.
8. Sugar and flour are treats.
9. Fresh produce brings huge smiles.
10. Seeds are great in warmer months - growing food helps!
11. Fresh meat is rare.
12. Tuna and crackers make an easy lunch
13. Hamburger Helper needs ground beef to matter.
14. PB & J are common - sandwich bread isn't.
15. Butter or margarine feels like gold.
16. Eggs are a prized commodity.
17. Cake mix & frosting let kids celebrate birthdays.
18. Dish soap is pricey and ALWAYS needed.
19. Feminine hygiene products are a luxury - women often cry when they get them.
20. Everyone loves Stove Top Stuffing.

This regime could authorize emergency funding for it but it's choosing not to.

Plz keep reposting - we will all need to donate in Nov 2025.

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

#PlotTober Day 27: The opening of my story takes place in a few locations, but the bulk of the story will be taking place at a fictional hotel in upstate NY.

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

#PlotTober Day 26: I have a whole cast of supporting characters. From Sophie's friends and her ghostly Great Aunt guiding her, to Everett's team of investigators, I think I have a pretty fleshed out cast.

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

#PlotTober Day 25: For Sophie, learning to trust a romantic parter with herself is going to be a big take away. She'll finally find love for who she is. For Everett, not only will he have Sophie, but he will have a whole new viewpoint on his work now knowing that the supernatural does exist.

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

#PlotTober Day 24: I think my ending is going to all come down to my MCs learning to really trust one another with their lives. They're going to have to learn to put doubt and fear aside and work together.

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

#PlotTober Day 23: Sophie and Everett will find they have to truly trust one another and lean on each other in order to overcome this low point and survive to the end of the story. Something neither of them are used to doing.

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

#PlotTober Day 22: I think that out of my two MCs, Everett is going to be the emotionally devastated one at this juncture. He will have finally realized that the supernatural is real and will be having an internal crisis for sure.

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

My mother in law was in town the last few days and we had my son's birthday party over the weekend. Had a wonderful time, but I am ✨WIPED✨

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

Enjoying the last few days of spooky season before decorating for Christmas this weekend 😍 Why decorate so early, you ask? Because it makes me happy. That’s why.

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

She’s a good pumpkin girl 😍🎃

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

Realizing as I’m having my second grilled cheese of the week, that it just might be my number 1 comfort food. What’s your fav comfort food?

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

Well, I feel called out 🤣 *she says making her fourth cup of tea instead of laying down*

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Jess Shaut @jessshaut.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

NEED to get some work done on my book today, but made the mistake of showering first. Now I need a nap. Or, maybe I'll just mainline caffeine and hope for the best?

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