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J. L. Westover @mrlovenstein.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

YOU DON'T "CONSUME" ART MOTHERFUCKER. YOU EXPERIENCE IT. YOU FEEL IT. YOU ENGAGE WITH IT. YOU WRESTLE WITH IT. YOU LIVE IT. ART ISN'T A LITTLE MORSEL YOU GOBBLE UP.

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Jason Song Quinn (Comms Open) @hulkhoquinn.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Jim Henson didn’t muppeteer a tiny green frog that was singing and playing the banjo, with rubber gloves while totally submerged underwater in a airtight aluminum tank just so you could tell me that AI is “inevitable”.

Comic page depicting how the did the scene in the Muppets Movie with Kermit playing the banjo in a swamp

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Jack Phoenix (a comics librarian) @comicslibrarian.com · 06/08/2026

It’s official; I’m another white guy with a podcast! The good folks at Prana DMS have invited me to talk about #comics and #libraries 📚Each week I’ll be joined by a fellow comics librarian or comics industry pro 1st episode drops tomorrow with guest Moni Barrette wherever you get your pods

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Matt Conant @cinevore.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Our panel at San Diego Comic Con is tomorrow (Thursday) at 12:30 in room 10! We'll be talking about adapting works across media. The line will be shorter than Hall H. And we'll even sign stuff! @laurencipollo.bsky.social @jennipowell.bsky.social @ryanomega.bsky.social @joebarrette.bsky.social

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Charlie Stickney/ White Ash Comics @charliestickney.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Don’s Friend List is one of the best guides to what’s good at SDCC. And stopping by Don’s booth is always a can’t miss destination.

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Brian Transplant @briantransplant.com · 19/05/2026

"I need AI art, otherwise I can't make my project." Randy Savage cut a promo with nothing but a coffee creamer he swiped from craft services. Stop making excuses and do better.

Randy "Macho Man" Savage holding up a small white cup of coffee creamer. It could be non-dairy creamer, half-and-half, or something else. Nobody's sure. He's wearing a purple shirt, a white-and-purple polka-dot wristband. black sunglasses with white frames and white stripes painted on the lenses, and a multicolored bandanna in his long hair.

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J. L. Westover @mrlovenstein.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Sometimes, memories are all you have left of someone you love. I want to remember them always, and I’m sure you do too. Donate today to the Alzheimer’s Association and preserve our most prized possession: our memories. Donation link is below ❤️ thank you

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Matthew Noe @noethematt.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Catching up on the Enhance Your Library, Enhance Your Well-Being with Moni Barrette (@monibarre.bsky.social) webinar from the other week! 📚 You can watch it here: alumlc.org/limitlesslib... And, most importantly, you can pre-order Moni's book now: www.bloomsbury.com/us/enhance-y...

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ALC | Watch | Limitless Librarian: Free Virtual Seminars

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Comic Book Yeti @comicbookyeti.com · 02/05/2026

Tomorrow for Free Comic Book Day. Buy something extra, not for you, just one floppy. Leave it in a doctor’s office, put it in a bench in a local park, give it to your friend’s kid, this is how we convert new readers and how you pay it forward to the shops giving you free shit.

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Chris Arrant @chrisarrant.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Popverse staff writer (and former comic shop clerk) Jules Chin-Greene talks about the biggest day in comic books this weekend, and the unseen heroes. www.thepopverse.com/comics-free-...

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Free Comic Book Day is the Olympics for comic book shop employees

The biggest day of the year for comic book shops everywhere is Free Comic Book Day

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Fanbase Press @fanbasepress.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

As National Library Week 2026 comes to a close, we at Fanbase Press aim to support our library colleagues in "Finding Their Joy." We encourage readers to stay tuned for 'Enhance Your Library, Enhance Your Well-Being' by @monibarre.bsky.social published by @bloomsburybooksus.bsky.social this July!

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Enhance Your Library, Enhance Your Well-Being

Learn, step-by-step, how to avoid or navigate burnout and reclaim the joy of the library profession while making a deep impact in your service community.In the…

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Joseph Illidge @josephpillidge.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

The 1 mistake Disney made can supercharge your Comic Book IP. #comicbooks #graphicnovels #IPcoach #Disney #Marvel

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Moni Barrette-Comics Librarian @monibarre.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

The National Library Week theme is “Find Your Joy.” I’m celebrating with a lecture based on my upcoming book “Enhance Your Library, Enhance Your Well-Being: How to Fight Burnout and Reclaim Library Joy.” Join this free lecture! alumlc.org/limitlesslib...

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ALC | Watch | Limitless Librarian: Free Virtual Seminars

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The Wonder of Anime @thewonderofanime.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Are you watching Daemons of the Shadow Realm? Morgan Perry @geauxta.bsky.social, the Marketing Manager for Square Enix Books and Manga, gave me the run down back in October. I just saw the first episode and she was not kidding about it being sick! Have you watch it yet or read the manga?

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J.M. Brandt @jmbrandt.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Headed to #wondercon or #c2e2 this weekend? Say hi to the gang + support our work/panels! Also, late pledges for Horror Not Hate end Fri 4/3. @davidbooher.bsky.social @diabolikllc.bsky.social @monibarre.bsky.social @zombietardis.bsky.social @benkahncomics.bsky.social @louissouthard.bsky.social

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Library Speakers Consortium @lsc-author-talks.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Get ready for #NationalLibraryWeek by registering for the very first Limitless Librarian virtual events! @monibarre.bsky.social will lead a workshop based on her upcoming book “Enhance your Library, Enhance Your Well-Being.” Register today at bit.ly/4dD0to7 #libsky #libraries #librarystaff

Launching during National Library Week!
Limitless Librarian
The support you need for the community you love.

Enhance Your Library, Enhance Your Well-Being with Moni Barrette
Tues, April 21, 2 pm EDT

FREE Online Seminar
Register Today!

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Hannibal Tabu | writer/VO actor (he/him/his) @hannibaltabu.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

This weekend find me on two panels at #wondercon in Anaheim! Will I see you there? What are you gonna check out at the convention? #dnd #wondercon2026 #ttrpg #blackcomics

Friday and Saturday 4 PM and 7 PM at room 303AB, Anaheim Convention Center

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Comicsbeat @comicsbeat.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Exclusive: Fanbase Press announces Kickstarter for Graphic Medicine series SHRUB Fanbase Press has announced the Kickstarter for a middle grade Graphic Medicine series, Shrub, which explores various expressions of grief.

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Exclusive: Fanbase Press announces Kickstarter for Graphic Medicine series SHRUB

Fanbase Press has announced the Kickstarter for a middle grade Graphic Medicine series, Shrub, which explores various expressions of grief.

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Comics Plus @comicsplus.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

🚨 Big news: Comics Plus is now part of The Joyful Reading Company! Together with @beanstack.com, we’re expanding access to stories and inspiring more readers—while continuing to deliver unlimited comics, manga, and more. Learn more here: librarypass.com/2026/03/12/c...

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Michael Judd @michael-judd.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Jessica was nominated for a Zelda Award. Please vote for her - and some of your other favorite creators - here: thezeldaawards.org

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Jack Phoenix (a comics librarian) @comicslibrarian.com · 09/03/2026

Hey #library folk, voting has begun for American Library Association leadership, including President and Members at Large. Yours truly is up for Graphic Novel & Comics Round Table President, and I’d sure appreciate your vote. 📚 #libraries #PubLibs #comics #comicsky www.ala.org/aboutala/gov...

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ALA Election Information

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Comics Plus @comicsplus.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

With thousands of comics and manga to choose from, it can feel daunting to find your next favorite read. This month, Moni Barrette has done the hard part for you by highlighting titles from eight popular genres, including Slice of Life, Superheroes, Romantic, and more. #ReadAllTheComics #ComicSky

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Genre-based Readers’ Advisory for Comics & Manga | Moni's Picks - LibraryPass™

Moni Barrette has comics and manga recommendations for some of the most popular genres to help find your next favorite read. #ReadAllTheComics

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Chris Arrant @chrisarrant.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

If you're working in comics or WANT to work in comics, you should check out my monthly #ComicJobs list... and RT it for those who follow you who might want to work in comics.

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David Avallone @davallone.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

I have an awesome story, drawn by @catstaggs.bsky.social in this… And you should totally back it.

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David Avallone @davallone.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

You should vote for Barbra Dillon. For Queen of the Universe (we’d all be better off,) and also for this comics award. No one is more deserving.

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Preeti Chhibber @runwithskizzers.bsky.social · 15/02/2026

Gonna need people to support middle grade and YA titles bc where do we think adult readers come from!! If kids don’t have good books to read from like 8 - 12 they are going to stop reading 😭😭😭😭

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DC Public Library @dcpubliclibrary.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

Sprinkling kindness around the library—hope this makes your day too 💌

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PJ Holden @pauljholden.com · 10/02/2026

Apart from the difference in art (the kids stuff radiates joy a life and the ai stuff is just dead on arrival) the kids experience something while doing it. That experience is communicated in the art too. Art isn’t just the end result.

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Sylessae @sylessae.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

Throwback to something worth repeating.

A screenshot of a tweet that says: Your art will betray you. It will look better in your head than on paper. It will make you feel untalented some days. Love it anyway. Because one day, it will also surprise you, fulfill you, and remind you why you started.

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Joe Barrette @joebarrette.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

The Muppet Show was everything I wanted and more

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Charlie Stickney/ White Ash Comics @charliestickney.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

Why do comic creators self-promote all the time? Because we have to. Even working with a publisher that's supportive, press only goes so far. The rest of the success falls on the shoulder of the creator rallying their fanbase. So here's mine. I'll RP yours. www.kickstarter.com/projects/whi...

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White Ash 1 to 10 (and a half)

The long-running, hit fantasy series about Elves and Dwarves in Pennsylvania, returns with two ALL-NEW ISSUES!

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Comix Action @comixaction.com · 01/02/2026

Friends, we're thrilled to announce #Comics4Liam to encourage artists to draw pictures for Liam Conejo Ramos and share links to help Liam's family and other immigrants persecuted by ICE! Check out comics4liam.com and please do feel free to pitch in! Images by the great @trungles.com!

Graphic by Trung Le Ngyuen featuring a drawing of Liam Ramos with his bunny hat and Spidey backpack and a small smile. Text reads: "Comics 4 Liam / WE're asking artists to draw pictures for Liam Ramos that you think might make this particular boy feel happy and cared for. / Maybe drawings of things he might love; maybe pictures of Liam himself as you think he might like to be seen. / Please post your art with the hashtag #Comics4Liam and a link to comics4liam.com, which lists fundraisers for Liam and others victimized by ICE and links to organizations that support immigrants.

A few other guidelines: 1. Please avoid images of Liam in danger or sad. 2. Please avoid images that include violence or would otherwise by inappropriate for a five year old. 3. Please NO "A.i." USE AT ALL. 4. Please DO NOT POST YOUR IMAGE ON X (Twitter). Thank you!

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Comic Book Couples Counseling @cbccpodcast.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

This is Greg Ketter, owner of Dreamhaven Books. Next time you're in Minneapolis, make sure you buy some comics from him. And keep an eye open for if/when his online shop opens.

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Heated Rivalry News @hrnews.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdami advises New Yorkers to stay home and read ‘Heated Rivalry’ during the winter storm via hearts530

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John Picacio @johnpicacio.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

Remember the other day when I was saluting my friend Greg Ketter, owner of Minneapolis’ DreamHaven Books? This is him the following day. Greg will never say this, so I will — now is a great time to buy books from DreamHaven. Support Americans who stand up vs. 🧊. dreamhavenbooks.com

DreamHaven Books owner Greg Ketter emerging from a cloud of tear gas that ICE agents fired into the streets of Minneapolis.

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Acyn @acyn.bsky.social · 24/01/2026

Protester in Minnesota: I’m 70 years old and I’m fucking angry *disappears into gas*

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Moni Barrette-Comics Librarian @monibarre.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

I wrote a cool story and, along with lots of other deeply cool stories with gorgeous illustrations, it deserves to be seen. Plus, all proceeds go to 2 great charities. Please back if you can, and share about this project! 7 days to go!! www.kickstarter.com/projects/slo...

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Horror Not Hate

An anti-fascist, anti-hate anthology of horror comics and art supporting LGBTQIA+ and Immigrant rights!

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Rhuta Bhayga @rhutabhayga.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

People in Minnesota are now using their key fobs to trigger their car alarms from the safety of their homes when they see ICE walking around.

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David Doub @daviddoub.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Horror Not Hate - J.M. Brandt - www.kickstarter.com/projects/jmb... The Olympian - Paul Eza - olympiancomic.com Magni the Mighty - Devin Arscott - www.kickstarter.com/projects/dev... Superguy 2 - Anthony Iannaccio www.kickstarter.com/projects/mrt...

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Horror Not Hate

An anti-fascist, anti-hate anthology of horror comics and art supporting LGBTQIA+ and Immigrant rights!

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Kevin Veale 😷 (Toitū Te Tiriti) @krveale.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

Let's talk about generative AI, contaminated information, and rhubarb. Once upon a time, Europe was at war. Food was scarce, and the government of the quote-unquote United Kingdom looked for alternatives. 1/

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Riley Silverman @rileysilverman.bsky.social · 03/01/2026

I’m so stoked that my original story Shifted is being published as part of this comic anthology, with artwork by Jody James Brenton. Seeing a piece of a story that’s only lived in my head and on the page for over a decade come to life to aid a dear cause was mind blowing! bit.ly/HorrorNotHate

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David Avallone @davallone.bsky.social · 30/12/2025

Thinking about the comic script you want to publish/kickstart in 2026? Now’s a good time to book me for editorial consulting! My flat rate for a standard-length comic (20-24 pages) is $200. Reasonable rates for any writing project, like $250 for a sitcom script. 1/2

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Timothy Burke @bubbaprog.xyz · 23/12/2025

The full spiked 60 Minutes CECOT package, clean & subtitled. 1/5

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Moni Barrette-Comics Librarian @monibarre.bsky.social · 20/12/2025

The @creatorsassemble.bsky.social Holiday Heroes project pairs hospitalized children with artists to create custom superhero art. It’s a privilege to spread cheer to these special kids! Big shoutout to the artists, providers, families, and donors who helped make it happen this year!

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