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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Attention all North Bay (California) writers. A writers' conference is happening in Santa Rosa on October 17th. hosted by Redwood Writers with a great lineup of workshop presenters. You do not need to be a member to attend. For more info follow the link below. redwoodwriters.org/sonoma-count...

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Sarah’s latest piece is an excellent take-down of AI & the harm it’s causing not just to authors but to the planet & our future. She’s brilliant. Please take a moment to read & keep refusing to buy-in to AI slop at every opportunity.

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

I had a wonderful time at my family/friends book launch party this past Saturday. More people showed than up than expected & sold out of all 3 titles. I’m grateful for my amazing circle of friends. #author #books #dragons

Me with a big smile signing one of my books at a table with a blue tablecloth. My three books are on stands displayed to my left. Bookshelves are behind me.

A rectangle cake with white frosting and red piping. The center has a castle towere with a red dragon. Wording says ‘Congratulations Janet.’

A round cake with chocolate frosting & the image of a fire breathing dragon made with powdered sugar. This was the gluten-free cake I made for several friends who need to avoid gluten .

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

My friend & writing colleague Karen Lykkebo has a new release. She is an awesome writer, so support an indie author & check it out!

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

CAVE OF WHISPERS is currently available for 50% off at @Smashwords as part of their Annual Summer/Winter Sale! Find my book on sale at www.smashwords.com/profile/view... through July 31st! You can also pick up the prequel, DAUGHTER OF THE DISPOSSESSED for 99¢! #SWSale2026 #Smashwords

The book cover for Cave of Whispers by J.L. Henker. The tag line across the top says, It was never about purity of blood, but purity of magic. The image shows a young woman with wavy black hair holding a walking staff, staring into a darkened cave where two glowing red eyes stare back. She is flanked by a large brown bear and a white wolf.

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

I was honored to serve as one of the contributing editors on his amazing anthology and also have a short story selected for inclusion. Don't miss the opportunity to download a FREE copy. Link below!

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Women Writing Other Worlds has released their first #anthology. I'm thrilled my short story was selected for this amazing collection of stories from across all speculative fiction genres. Download a free copy now! #speculativefiction #fantasy #scifi www.barnesandnoble.com/w/remnants-j...

Ad announcing the release of Remnants an anthology by Women Writing Other Worlds. Heading says Recommended and Shop Now. The book cover is in tones of black and tans with fragments of old style fantasy maps. The map is split in the middle and an eye with a blue-green pupil peeks out from between the split.

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

Today's the big day--Cave of Whispers is launched. I'm so excited to have it published. The eBook is available now, and the paperback will be available in a couple of weeks. You can read the details & find purchase links here: mailchi.mp/jlhenker/jlh... #dragons #fantasy #author #booklaunch #books

A book cover with the title Cave of Whispers and a tag line "It was never about purity of blood, but purity of magic." The scene is a young woman with a hiking staff and a bear and wolf at her side. They are all staring into a dark cave at two glowing red eyes looking back at them. The text in the image says: Available at all major online distributors. Discounted through March 15th. Three women, three reasons--revenge, power, wisdom. They all answer the dragons call.

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

I'm excited to announce that Cave of Whispers will be published soon. If you're an author, you know the work involved in writing and self-publishing. I'm grateful for everyone who has helped me bring this story to life. The prequel is still available for free on my webpage: jlhenker.com #fantasy

A graphic with a book cover and a header that says "Coming March 3rd! The book cover title is 'Cave of Whispers' and has an image of a young woman with black wavy hair holding a staff, flanked by a white wolf and a brown bear. They are both looking into a cave where two glowing red eyes stare back. The tag lines say "Three women, three reasons: wisdom, revenge & power. They all answer the dragon's call. "High fantasy with a touch of cozy."

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

Here is an amazing essay that reinforces how we resist without losing our humanity, and stay sane and hopeful in the process. #resist #hope #community freewillastrology.com/beauty/archi...

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Rob Brezsny’s Free Will Astrology - Beauty & Truth Lab - Archives - Our Aliveness Is a Threat to Them

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

Does anyone out there make fantasy maps in Inkarnate? I have a map I built for a novella that needs to be upgraded & expanded for a novel & I’m looking for some who could do that for me. Please email me directly at jlhenkerauthor@gmail.com.

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

OMG I’m so there. Getting ready to publish & questioning everything, including my sanity.

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

Cover reveal for CAVE OF WHISPERS, which releases on February 3rd! It hints beautifully at the adventure that awaits! This is the sequel to my novella, Daughter of the Dispossessed. Receive a FREE download of DAUGHTER OF THE DISPOSSESSED by signing up for my newsletter here: jlhenker.com #dragons

Book cover of Cave of Whispers by J.L. Henker. It features a young woman with dark, curly hair holding a walking staff with a decorative, curved top. She is facing a darkened cave. A shadowed face with two glowing eyes staring out. She is flanked by a large brown bear to her left and a white wolf on her right. The cave opening is surrounded by low-growing green bushes. The tag line at the top of the cover reads: It was never about purity of blood, but purity of magic.

Book cover for Daughter of the Dispossessed by J.L. Henker. It shows a young woman looking out toward the horizon with a mountain and a castle perched on top. A dragon flies overhead. She has long white hair in a braid down her back, and she wears a bright red/burgundy robe. She is standing on a ledge of rocks with trees creating a canopy overhead.

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

Just received Robyn Dabney’s sequel to The Ascenditure. I’m so excited! I interviewed Robyn last year about her first book & the inspiration behind it. She is a rock climber & outdoor adventurer, which shines through in her writing—highly recommended. LInk to Interview: youtu.be/GVSUxb8Af4U

Book cover titled Finding Ramanata by Robyn Dabney. It shows a dramatic scene with a young woman with long dark hair and a flowing skirt climbing the steep stide of a snow, rocky mountain. A brilliant yellow orange sunet is in the background, highlighting the snow mountains. Order at: https://regal-house-publishing.mybigcommerce.com/finding-ramanata/

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

Just pre-ordered. Let’s jump in & make this a reality for Seanan!

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

November is fast approaching, so I signed up for the free Novel November being hosted by ProWritingAid. Hopefully, it will help fill the hole left by the closing of NaNoWriMo. I hope to see some of you there. #writing #nanowrimo #authors #books Here's the info: prowritingaid.com/novel-november

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Novel November: A 30 Day Writing Challenge

Join the only writing challenge that takes you from blank page to first draft in just one month with the help of bestselling authors.

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 26/07/2025

I had a great time talking with Benjamin Gorman on his podcast, Writers Not Writing. Thanks Ben! #authors #podcasts #fantasy

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 26/07/2025

Are you an author in need of an author platform & don't know where to start? I'm teaching an on-line workshop on just that, Saturday, August 9th from 2-3:30PM PST. This will be a small class (10-12 participants). Only a couple spots left. More detail in alt text. #authors #marketing

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 21/06/2025

My writing colleague @kareneisenbrey.bsky.social released A Quest for Hidden Things (my favorite fantasy read so far this year). I interviewed her on my YouTube Channel: Women Fantasy Writers, & we discussed the novel, its characters, and magic. Enjoy. youtu.be/REaX0D2hj4A?... #fantasy #authors

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 31/05/2025

I have a short story in the upcoming Antifa Lit Journal Vol. 1. You can pre-order anywhere books are sold or get your copy by backing the Kickstarter for Volume 2 so we can continue to speak out against the rise of fascism in the US and around the world. bit.ly/ALJKick #authors #anthologies

Book cover for the antifa Lit Journal, Vol. 1. There is a burst of color from he center radiating out in shades of red and grey. Two white and black orcha whales arch togehter to pump noses. The book title is; What If We Kised while Sinking a Billionaire's Yacht? There is a cut-out of a yacht in the background and across the bottom are all the authors who have contributed to this volume. My contribution is a dystopian piece with corporations controlling reproduction and women fighting back.

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 31/05/2025

Do you write #Fantasy that includes #dragons? Are you on StoryOrigin? I'm doing a newsetter builder promo. If your story includes dragons, I invite you to join. It is a giveaway--they download your free book in exchange for signing up for your newsletter. Email questions to jlhenkerauthor@gmail.com

A banner with background of dark gray and tourquoise rugged peaks. In front are two white fantasy dragons on either side facing a header that says 'Dragon Tales Await' and Free stories all July!

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

Now that Goodreads is owned by Amazon, is there an alternative platform?

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 18/05/2025

My quote for the day is from Lynda Obst. “There is a fine line between persistence & madness.”As a writer trying to juggle all the necessary pieces to self-publish, I’m leaning a bit toward the madness side. #writing #author #publishing #books

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 05/05/2025

What’s on your nightstand? Here’s my pile. Some cozy, fantasy, RPG fantasy, memoir, paranormal fantasy & a graphic novel. I’m usually reading two at a time. #books #authors #reading

Stack of book on top of a cabinet. From top to bottom: Recipes for a Copper Snake by J.S. Ruff, Dark Town by Palmer Pickering, Love Warrior by Glennon Doyle, Sparrow Hill Road by Seanan McGuire, & Jane’s World by Paige Braddock.

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 02/05/2025

My friend and writing colleague SD Huston is hosting a great author writing conference which begins tonight. Here's more information: www.youtube.com/live/Mv3NjuA... #writing #authors #writingconference

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2025 Authortube Writing Conference Full Schedule!! // 1 May 2025 @ 6 PM EDT

YouTube video by S.D. Huston

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 20/04/2025

#bookmail! Just received WA Simpson's The Hatter's Daughter, book 3 in Tales from the Riven Isles. Love this series. Not just re-tellings of fairy tales, they're remastered. Interested in learning more about WA? Here's my interview with her: youtu.be/2_3yiKTNdVI #authors #fantasy #fairytales

A book cover with gold lettering. Author W.A Simpson, title The Hatter's Daughter. The art is a young black woman with short hair resting a delicate hand on a hat resting on the crown of her hear. She is looking directly out with a curious, open gaze. The subtitles are A new epic fantasy from the Riven Isles and When the evil invades, Faith is determined to fight.

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 06/04/2025

This is who those MFers want to hurt by cutting Medicaid so billionaires can get bigger tax cuts. It’s pure evil. We need to keep the pressure on & keep protesting.

Who benefits most from Medicaid? Nearly half of all children, over 40% of births, many low-income, elderly & disabled people & working adults in low income jobs.

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 06/04/2025

Santa Rosa, California says #handsoff. 5000 strong. There were people of all ages & it was joyful & peaceful.

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

This is remarkable. This is the leadership we've been waiting for. Respect! I started listening last night and plugged back in this morning. He is calling out the corruption and hypocrisy. Brilliant. www.youtube.com/watch?v=N5Nf...

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LIVE NOW: Sen. Booker will go as long as he can in marathon Senate speech to protest Trump

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 29/03/2025

The Bay Area Coalition Speaker Series announces Joan Baez and Heather Cox Richardson in conversation on May 8th, 2-3 PM PST. Here's the sign-up link. It's a free virtual event. www.mobilize.us/democracyact...

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

Cave of Whispers is almost done and the planned launch is September. Welcome to the Kingdom of Sigor, a land of magic, political intrigue and dragons. Sign up for my email list and receive your free copy of the prequel, Daughter of the Dispossessed, now!

A hand hold a copy of Daughter of the Dispossessed up against a foggy, dark forest. The book cover has an image of a young woman with long white hair in a burgandy robe staring at a castle on a hill in the distance. A dragon soars above the castle.

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

I'm participating in an author promo with a great group of other fantasy authors. You can download free books, including my novella, Daughter of the Dispossessed. Enjoy your free reads! books.bookfunnel.com/fantasticrea... #books #fantsy #authors

Moody blue background with a woman in a cloak walking in a dark forest. Text reads: Fantastic Realms: Free fantasy books

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

This is a photo of a final edit of my novella. It’s already been edited many times, but I wanted one last look before publication. See all those yellow stickies? Those are additional edits. If anyone still thinks being an indie author is glamorous, I have some news. #editing #authors #fantasy #books

An open notebook with a table of content showing and multiple yellow sticky notes protruding from along the outside edge.

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

My latest blog post (lnkd.in/g6BgsMyk) is about Jack London, who I discovered is credited with writing one of the first modern dystopian novels, The Iron Heel. I recently toured his ranch and museum. #jacklondon #authors #writing

The front book cover of Jack London's The Iron Heel. It is a black background with a bright orange sun rising and hands upstretched from a pit towards the sun.

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 26/01/2025

I volunteer for my local Friends of the Library. I thought a picture of a bunch of donated #books might make us all feel better.

Looking down an isle lined on both sides by shelves of books.

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

Please support local bookstores. The easy, socially responsible alternative is Bookshop.org. Check out their 5 year annual report. $40 million diverted from Amazon and refocused on local, independent bookstores. Local bookstores rule! #books #supportlocal #bookstores

Bookshop.org's sales figures from the last 5 years. Almost 40 million in sales profits directed to 2207 local, indie bookstores, 730 new indie bookstores have opened since 2020.

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

I don’t want to hear “there’s nothing we can do.” Read this amazing thread all the way through & make a plan.

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

Here’s what’s in my nightstand queue. What’s in yours? #reading #authors #book

A stack of books piled on a nightstand. The Bruising of Oilwa by Maseem Jamina, Hammajang Luck by Makana Yamamoto, The Widows of Malabar Hill by Sujata Massey, Traveling Light(an anthology), Recipes for the Copper Snake by JSRuff & Museum Piece(an anthology edited by B Morris Allen).

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

My friend & writing colleagues JS Ruff just released their first cozy fantasy. The cover is delicious & I can’t wait to serve it up. #authors #books #cozyfantasy

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 05/01/2025

I host the Women Fantasy Authors YouTube Channel where I interview indie/small press authors. I'm looking for guests for 2025, especially from the BIPOC or GLBTQ+ community. If interested please fill out the guest request form: forms.gle/CqbVE82YXuUE... www.youtube.com/channel/UCXB...

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Women Fantasy Authors

The spectrum of independent authors is very wide, especially in fantasy. Listen to independently published (& small press) women fantasy authors talk about their work and their inspiration. Hosted by ...

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 05/01/2025

I follow Jane Friedman & she shared an informative chart you can download for free that compares self-publishing versus traditional paths. I'm waiting to hear from a publisher. If they don't accept, I'll self-publish. What about you? #fantasy #authors #publishing janefriedman.com/key-book-pub...

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The Key Book Publishing Paths: 2023–2024

Should you self-publish or traditionally publish? This infographic will help you determine the best choice for you and your project.

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 23/12/2024

Merry Christmas from Santa & his rein…I mean #dragons. I hope yours is merry & bright. (I purchased these last year on Etsy). #santaclaus #Christmas

A Christmas ornament with a smiling, winking Santa on the back of a silver dragon with spikes on his head & sharp teeth.

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J.L. Henker - Fantasy/Sci-fi Author @jlhenker.bsky.social · 15/12/2024

My kitty is ready for the holidays. I have some baking left to do, but all the gifts are ready to go. #catsofbluesky #cats #christmas

An adult orange tabby sitting on a white fluffy blanket with two red Christmas pillows and a snowman throw behind him on the couch.

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