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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

In my latest Substack, I've a giveaway of Elizabeth Preston's fascinating science book, "Creatures Guide to Caring," and Susan Donovan Bernhard's amazing novel "Westerly"! (Also, there's a love letter to Will Shortz, if you're a puzzle person like me.) jennifersbrown.substack.com/p/the-puzzle...

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The Puzzle Master and Me

and a book giveaway!

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

I'm teaching not one but two classes this month online through @loftliterarycenter.bsky.social! The first is a four-week class on dialogue; the second is a one-day class on writing metaphors. Would love to have you join me! Dialogue: loft.org/classes/say-... Metaphor: loft.org/classes/unlo...

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 02/09/2025

As the Who tours on their “final” tour, let it be known that I saw the Who on its FIRST final tour, and I’m not going to let you forget that!!

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Won't get fooled again

Or at least we'd like to think so

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

I'm so glad the funds will be used to make D.C. safe and beautiful! That's a much better use than funding creative projects that will enlighten people, give them a glimpse into different worlds, offer them new ideas, and sustain them in difficult times. **eye roll**

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

For all those who think the idea that humans can affect the climate is new, this headline is from an article in The Miami Evening Record, October 27, 1906. “Danger to climate.” 1906, people!!!!

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 21/07/2025

Hey, You Guys! The post where I profess my love of @npr.org / @pbs.org generally and my devotion to @ayesharascoe.bsky.social specifically. open.substack.com/pub/jennifer...

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Zoom-a Zoom Zoom

Fannee Doolee hates to read but loves a good book

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 11/07/2025

Who says being a writer isn’t glamorous? Today I’m researching sewage systems of 1910s Miami/Miami Beach. Bet you’re jealous!

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 07/07/2025

So many people claim to be writers. But are they? I have thoughts on this. jennifersbrown.substack.com/p/are-you-a-...

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Are you a writer?

Depends on what you're doing with that piece of paper

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

Looking for clipart of a typewriter so I googled "retro typewriter" before realizing, ALL typewriters are retro.

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 07/06/2025

There’s nothing quite so humbling as returning to the gym after a six-week hiatus

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

Talking with Kara Infante of Bookish Flights about my favorite books about the 1920s--as well as about research, family, and what I don't like in a novel--was great fun and I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did! #booksky #podcast www.bookishflights.com/podcast/epis...

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1920s Historical Fiction and the Power of Knowing What You Don’t Like in Books with Jennifer S. Brown (E148) — Bookish Flights

In today’s episode I am chatting with Jennifer S. Brown about her latest novel, The Whisper Sister .

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 21/04/2025

New substack post up! open.substack.com/pub/jennifer...

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 02/04/2025

Reason #325 why I need to remember why to not ask my husband for writing help. Me: How did [my character] get shot. Husband: Uh, with a gun? So helpful. #writinglife

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 29/03/2025

It's nice when the United States Secretary of Health and Human Services shares the same views as Brig. Gen. Jack Ripper. Inspires confidence. www.youtube.com/watch?v=ttlI...

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Dr Strangelove: Fluoridation

YouTube video by Gregory May

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 09/02/2025

Just three hours till I can stop being an Eagles fan….

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

A question many of us have asked ourselves (Sorry, Orlando folks). (From digitalcollections.library.miami.edu/digital/coll...)

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

Got a new character so looking up names in Social Security database for folks born in 1899. Surprised to see John was a name given to girls; the 462nd most popular name for girls, above Susanna, Natalie, Clementine. I've met women named James and Kevin, but never John. Any female Johns out there?

Numbers 460 to 464 of the most popular names given to babies in 1899.

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

I’m sick at how many times I’ve heard the word “unprecedented” in the last 48 hours. I had forgotten how much I detest/fear that word.

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

It’s been a week, hasn’t it? And somehow it’s only Tuesday. This gal is the only thing keeping me sane. What’s keeping you sane?

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

Today’s Strands is “The time of our lives.” Stop reading if you haven’t done it yet. Spoiler: the theme is the different generations. There’s one generation not included. Any guess as to which one? So on brand. Luckily, I really don’t give a fuck. Just amused. Which I guess is also on brand.

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 13/01/2025

When I was a kid, my dad kept all my (and my sister’s) baby teeth. Likewise I saved my children’s teeth. My question to you: WHY did I do this?? WTF am I supposed to do with these teeth? Is this just a weird thing my family did. What do others do with those teeth?

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Sandra Newman @sannewman.bsky.social · 09/01/2025

Writing tip: After you finish, go back & cut all the adverbs. Then all the adjectives. Then all the other words. Eat the paper. Now you're free.

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 09/01/2025

Broads, bad guys, and the best cocktails: Find them all at Minnie's speakeasy. For the month of January, the Kindle version of THE WHISPER SISTER is on sale for $1.99 in the U.S. If you haven't read it yet, I hope you'll take this opportunity to do so! #historicalfiction

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The Whisper Sister: A Novel

Amazon.com: The Whisper Sister: A Novel eBook : Brown, Jennifer S.: Kindle Store

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 25/12/2024

Alan Dershowitz is at the Miami Beach Hanukkiah lighting, and I have a NSFW I want to yell out, but my adult daughter has shut me down. Maybe I can corner him later.

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 24/12/2024

Very important question: going to see Wicked tomorrow. No way I make it 2 hours and 40 minutes without a bathroom break. Without spoilers, what is the best time during the movie to leave?

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 19/12/2024

Writing a book is an absolutely ridiculous thing to do. So many annoying people to deal with, and the worst part is, I’m the one who created them. 100% do not recommend. #writingcommunity

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 16/12/2024

I swear, the Wordle bot always gives me a low skill score when I get the Wordle in fewer turns than the bot does. Beware the bot! It is sentient… and vindictive!

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Alex Austin @crypticsea.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

really sad that CEOs now have to live in fear of gun violence like some third-grader in a public school

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

This book is a treat you can give yourself this holiday season. I loved it, and you will too!

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 24/11/2024

The best words I’ve heard in a long time: “And it’s just going from bad to worse for the Patriots!” (I’m a gentle soul* most of the week, but when the Dolphins are playing, I’m a beast.) *please don’t ask anyone in my family to factcheck the “gentle soul” part #miamidolphins

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 22/11/2024

I am excited to be teaching an online class on metaphor at @loftliterarycenter.bsky.social on Feb 1. If you're looking to improve your writing or better understand what you're reading, this one-day class is for you. Sign up here: loft.org/classes/unlo... #writingclass #writingcommunity

On-line class on Feb 1, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Central Time/ 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Time/11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Pacific Time

Class description: How to better read and write metaphors

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

If the question is, “Jennifer, are you useful in a crisis?” the answer is no. No, I am clearly not useful in a crisis.

Text conversation with my husband about my fear of cleaning up dog vomit.

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Jennifer S. Brown @jsbrown.bsky.social · 30/06/2023

In the @newyorktimes.bsky.social in 1908: A woman traveled for two months with one suitcase. She even--gasp!--had to do her own laundry! But she set a good example for her sex, so I suppose it was worth it. timesmachine.nytimes.com/timesmachi…

Woman Tours Europe with Suit Case Only
September 3, 1908
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