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Lauren C. Johnson @laurencjohnson.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

It's been a West Facade kind of summer and we're finishing strong with these August events!🕯️🍊 🖤 Club Chicxulub IX: The Founders' Edition Ocean Ale House, San Francisco 8/13, 7 pmPT In Conversation: Wendy J. Fox and Lauren C. Johnson Book Passage, Corte Madera, CA 8/16, 4 pmPT

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SFWP @sfwp.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

ICYMI, @laurencjohnson.bsky.social was recently on the Cover to Cover podcast with @maryejackson5.bsky.social to discuss her debut novel, THE WEST FACADE! buff.ly/f86Nmw7 Get THE WEST FACADE right here: buff.ly/Kl6qxZN @susanschulman.bsky.social

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SFWP @sfwp.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

ICYMI, @laurencjohnson.bsky.social and @wendyjfox.bsky.social will be in-conversation at @boulderbookstore.bsky.social TOMORROW NIGHT at 6:30pm MDT! buff.ly/4fljKnX Get your tickets RIGHT HERE if you haven't already done so! buff.ly/4fljKnX

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SFWP @sfwp.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

Don't miss out on RSVP-ing for your chance to hear @wendyjfox.bsky.social and @laurencjohnson.bsky.social as they talk about their novels, THE LAST SUPPER and THE WEST FACADE, at Boulder Bookstore this Thursday at 6:30pm MDT! RSVP right here: buff.ly/9pHx8sw @susanschulman.bsky.social

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Lauren C. Johnson @laurencjohnson.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

I got a lil sneak peak of the Strong Women, Strange Worlds readings/lineup during a tech rehearsal last week, and lemme tell you, this reading is going to be GOOD! If you love speculative fiction, you don't wanna miss this one. 🗓️ Thur, July 16 4pm PT/7pm ET www.eventbrite.com/o/strong-wom...

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Lauren C. Johnson @laurencjohnson.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

I loved interviewing Thomas Wharton, author of Wolf, Moon, Dog, for The Rumpus! If you're just getting started writing fiction or creative nonfiction, I recommend trying your hand at author interviews. Each conversation is an opportunity to learn about craft. ✒️ therumpus.net/2026/06/16/d...

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Decentering the Human Narrative in Fables: A Conversation with Thomas Wharton - The Rumpus

“Do I have a process for tackling tragic scenes? Just to be honest and direct about what’s happening, and to avoid overwriting—that’s what moves me in the sentimental writing that I admire. If my own ...

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Lissa Warren @lissawarren.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

"I had to give myself permission to write the book I wanted to write...which is fantasy as well as historical fiction." Listen to @laurencjohnson.bsky.social on Women, Life and Science discussing her debut novel, THE WEST FACADE: bit.ly/4pd2njm @sfwp.bsky.social

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Lauren C. Johnson @laurencjohnson.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Some pics from this week’s Words & Stories reading with The Writers Grotto. It was an honor to read alongside Kristen Cosby and bring my weird gargoyle story to Salesforce Park 😆 The Grotto hosts mini readings every Wednesday afternoon at 1pm in the Salesforce Park. Come through next week!

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T. K. Rex @tkrex.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

I *cannot wait* to introduce you all to the nonbinary, dinosaur-riding, sellsword-turned-model protagonist of my next book, THE CURSED BLADE OF WEK. (2027 @neonhemlock.bsky.social !!)

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The Writers Grotto @thewritersgrotto.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Join us for a FREE lunchtime reading in the beautiful Wetlands Garden of the TJPA Salesforce Park! Lauren C. Johnson and Kristen Cosby will be reading from their work, come by! Words & Stories Reading Series July 1 • 1:00–1:30 PM Wetlands Garden at TJPA’s Salesforce Park #literaryevents

Graphic for Words & Stories, a free reading every Wednesday from 1:00–1:30 PM at the Wetlands Garden at TJPA’s Salesforce Park. The July 1 event features Lauren C. Johnson and Kristen Cosby, with their headshots framed by leafy illustrations and an open book with flowers at the bottom.

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Lauren C. Johnson @laurencjohnson.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

SF friends: Take a late lunch break and come see me tomorrow at The Wetland Gardens in Salesforce Park from 1:05-1:35 PM. I’ll be reading from my debut novel, The West Facade, a gothic fairytale about a statue that learns what it means to be human. See you there!

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SFWP @sfwp.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Check out @laurencjohnson.bsky.social's interview with Thomas Wharton where they discuss, "decentering the Human Narrative in Fables,"over on @therumpus.net! buff.ly/2psoVCa Get THE WEST FACADE here: buff.ly/7RBg62Z @susanschulman.bsky.social

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SFWP @sfwp.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Have you heard the good news? @wendyjfox.bsky.social will be in-conversation with @laurencjohnson.bsky.social on 7/23 at @boulderbookstore.bsky.social starting at 6:30pm MDT! Click the link here to order your tickets and to get a copy of THE LAST SUPPER and THE WEST FACADE!

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Wendy J. Fox and Lauren C. Johnson In Conversation

Summer Garage Closure - Spruce St. Garage will be closed beginning in June. Click here for more information and alternate parking options near Boulder Bookstore.

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Christiane Knight @christianek.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Twice a month we have an amazing selection of authors and as always, I can't wait for this one! #swswqr

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Lauren C. Johnson @laurencjohnson.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

I love the Strong Women, Strange Worlds reading series! Stoked to join this line-up of fabulous women and non-binary SFFH authors 🔮✨ @leticiaasu.bsky.social @cwroseauthor.bsky.social @nattykbrown.bsky.social 🗓️ 7/16 ⏰ 4pm PT/ 7pm ET 📍 Zoom www.eventbrite.com/o/strong-wom...

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Lissa Warren @lissawarren.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

"The first time I saw the Notre Dame Cathedral, I was struck by the statues that are in these doorway niches...If they could come to life, what would they want?" Hear @laurencjohnson.bsky.social, author of THE WEST FACADE, on the @splturnthepage.bsky.social podcast: bit.ly/4aiJtRN @sfwp.bsky.social

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Lauren C. Johnson @laurencjohnson.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Re-reading The Beginners by Heidi Kasa to get ready for our Babylon Salon Summer 2026 Performance on Saturday ⭐🎙️ I love this collection so much; it's poetic, wonderfully weird, and challenging in the best kind of way. I'm thrilled Heidi's flying all the way in from Austin to join our lineup!

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Lauren C. Johnson @laurencjohnson.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

East Bay pals, come on out this afternoon to the ADORABLE Sweet Potatoes Upbeet Cafe for an afternoon with the Rebel Readers! We'll be there today from 1-4!

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Lauren C. Johnson @laurencjohnson.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

TONIGHT Saturday, June 6th! Beyond honored to join this lineup for "Out of Fury Into Grace: Poems & Stories of Reckoning and Resilience." Emceed by Leslie Kirk Campbell. donorbox.org/events/936954

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SFWP @sfwp.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

ICYMI, @laurencjohnson.bsky.social was on the Shelley Irwin show to talk about her debut novel, THE WEST FACADE! buff.ly/W5OSUv6 Treat yourself to THE WEST FACADE during our summer sale right here: buff.ly/CZtnjZf @susanschulman.bsky.social

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Lauren C. Johnson @laurencjohnson.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Tomorrow, June 4! 7pm! Join me and Ilana DeBare at Clio's Books for an author talk, Alive/Not Alive! www.eventbrite.com/e/live-not-a...

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Lauren C. Johnson @laurencjohnson.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

It's another reading this week! East Bay/El Cerrito friends! Come hang out with me at the adorable Sweet Potato's Upbeet Cafe! It's going to be way cute; the owner is even making special drinks for the occasion: Galactic Latte and Dragon's Breath Mocha. 🐲☕

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Lauren C. Johnson @laurencjohnson.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Shoring up my energy for three(?!?) readings this week! Alive/Not Alive: In conversation with Ilana DeBare Clio’s Bookstore, Oakland June 4 @7pm Out of Fury into Grace Telegraph Hill Books, San Francisco June 6 @6:30 PM Rebel Readers Sweet Potatoes Up Beet Cafe, El Cerrito June 7 @ 1pm

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Lissa Warren @lissawarren.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

"I wanted this in ways to feel like a modern story, too...finding a way to circle into some of our present concerns...climate change, erosion, toxic rain." Listen to @laurencjohnson.bsky.social discuss her debut novel, THE WEST FACADE, on the Salt Lake Dirt podcast: bit.ly/4tKbicH @sfwp.bsky.social

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SFWP @sfwp.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Make sure to RSVP for @laurencjohnson.bsky.social's event with Ilana DeBare for their conversation about writing women characters who break the rules at Clio's Books on June 4th from 7-9pm PDT! buff.ly/3Co4EXu @susanschulman.bsky.social

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Lauren C. Johnson @laurencjohnson.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

Daly City, here we come! 🙌 The wonderful @peninsulabookcollaborative is graciously hosting an author meet and greet for me TODAY, May 2 2-4 pm! The first five attendees get a free copy of The West Facade! 🕯️🍊🖤

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Lauren C. Johnson @laurencjohnson.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

The new issue of Club Chicxulub is live and I'm so proud to have been part of the magic behind the scenes. 🦖☄️ Lately, I've realized it's my life's work to not only write and share stories but to also create spaces for others to share art. Club Chicxulub is absolutely aligned with that.

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Lauren C. Johnson @laurencjohnson.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

A behind-the-scenes look at book promotions, plus some of The West Façade character art I commissioned from Gerlanda di Francia. Gerlanda is one of my favorite contemporary surrealist artists, and I'm thrilled she made these pieces for me! 🖤🕯️🍊 substack.com/home/post/p-...

A substack-generated share image. The illustration depicts a young woman clutching a citrus fruit and looking up at a statue in the foreground. The text reads: "Why I commissioned artwork for my debut novel: collaborating with other artists is a great way to see your own work from unexplored angles. AI was never an option, but it would have especially deprived me of that opportunity."

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SFWP @sfwp.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Happy #FlashbackFriday to when @laurencjohnson.bsky.social was interviewed by The Racket! buff.ly/w3OCqtP Treat yourself to Lauren's debut novel, THE WEST FACADE, right here: buff.ly/OV686vJ @susanschulman.bsky.social

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INTERVIEW: Lauren C. Johnson (The West Façade) — THE RACKET

INTERVIEW Lauren C. Johnson ( The West Façade ) a conversation with Sarah Rose Cadorette

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SFWP @sfwp.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

We're thrilled to see that THE WEST FACADE by @laurencjohnson.bsky.social made @electricliterature.com's list of "15 Must-Read Small Press Books of Spring 2026!" buff.ly/xNFK17e Treat yourself to THE WEST FACADE: buff.ly/IyvAhyA @susanschulman.bsky.social

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Lauren C. Johnson @laurencjohnson.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

This one's for the bird lovers. 🦅💕 New Substack post up about watching and falling in love with the Southwest Florida Eagle Cam eagles. open.substack.com/pub/laurencj...

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Fly High and Forever Free F23

A tribute to the Southwest Florida Eagle Cam bald eagles

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Lauren C. Johnson @laurencjohnson.bsky.social · 12/04/2026

Club Chicxulub, the spec fic journal and series I co-produce with @ruddagerrustin.bsky.social, Dev Bhat, and Kristin Eade is coming back this month with Issue 5, Pandæmonium! We can't wait to share it with you! In the meantime, check out Issue 4, Limbo: clubchicxulub.com/club-chicxul...

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Club Chicxulub Journal Vol. 4, Limbo – Club Chicxulub

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Babylon Salon @babylonsalon.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

🌟 Incredible Babylon Salon last night featuring 5 Bay Area legends: ⚡Charlie Jane Anderson/@charliejane.bsky.social ⚡Grayson Thompson ⚡Grant Faulkner/@gfaulknerwriter.bsky.social ⚡Lauren C Johnson/ @laurencjohnson.bsky.social ⚡Mark Ernest Pothier Sending HUGE thanks to each of them! 💜💚💙 #writer

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SFWP @sfwp.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Don't miss out on catching the latest @babylonsalon.bsky.social reading in SF this Saturday at 5:30pm PDT with performances by @charliejane.bsky.social, Grant Faulkner, @laurencjohnson.bsky.social, Mark Ernest Pothier, & Grayson Thompson! buff.ly/jW3NLaZ Get THE WEST FACADE: buff.ly/uN9MAtY

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Tor Books @torbooks.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Too many books? What’s next? Too many hopes? Too many dreams?

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Space Cowboy Books @spacecowboybooks.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

New book spotlight mini-interview with @laurencjohnson.bsky.social up on the blog today spacecowboybooks.com/new-book-spo...

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New Book Spotlight – The West Façade by Lauren C. Johnson – Space Cowboy Books

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SFWP @sfwp.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

Happy #pubday to THE WEST FACADE by @laurencjohnson.bsky.social! With praise from @cariluna.bsky.social - author of THE REVOLUTION OF EVERY DAY - make sure to join the celebration by treating yourself to a copy today! amzn.to/4jzNCCz @susanschulman.bsky.social

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SFWP @sfwp.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Are you ready to party? @laurencjohnson.bsky.social will be celebrating the release of her novel, THE WEST FACADE, alongside @taracampbell.bsky.social and @bethwinegarner.bsky.social at @greenapplebooks.bsky.social on 3/11 at 7pm PST! buff.ly/FOZGBBo Preorder THE WEST FACADE: buff.ly/ZBbqvyB

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Lissa Warren @lissawarren.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

"The statues on the Notre Dame cathedral are the main characters...It's definitely a fusion of fantasy and historical fiction." Listen (at 19:40) to @laurencjohnson.bsky.social on WWDB Radio's Brian and Lee Show discussing her novel, THE WEST FACADE, due 3/3 from @sfwp.bsky.social: bit.ly/4rvGhJb

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Lauren C. Johnson @laurencjohnson.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

It is going to be a party. Wear your favorite goth, fantastical, or medieval-revival inspired fashion 💅🖤

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Lissa Warren @lissawarren.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

With advance praise from @yohanca.bsky.social, @laurencjohnson.bsky.social's forthcoming novel, THE WEST FACADE, will be available from @sfwp.bsky.social on March 3rd. Meanwhile, you can preorder your copy here: buff.ly/zLd0Aui @susanschulman.bsky.social

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Lauren C. Johnson @laurencjohnson.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

Thank you so much @kristinaten.bsky.social!!! 💞 And here's my PSA to pick up Kristina's wonderful debut collection, Tell Me Yours, I'll Tell You Mine!

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Lauren C. Johnson @laurencjohnson.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

I loved this conversation with @charliejstephens.bsky.social! Thanks for the re-share, @sfwp.bsky.social PSA that Charlie J Stephen's debut story collection is forthcoming on 3/3! Annihilation for Beginners!

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Strong Women, Strange Worlds @swsworlds.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Coming soon, but you still have time to sign up and secure your virtual spot! EST, a perfect lunch break distraction! #SWSWQR www.eventbrite.com/o/strong-wom...

Strong Women Strange Worlds presents

First Friday QuickReads of Sci Fi, Fantasy, and Horror by

Gita Ralleigh

Lisa Morton

Minerva Cerridwen

Melissa Widmaier

Rachel Handley

Victoria Goddard

February 6, 12 noon EST

Free On Zoom

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Lauren C. Johnson @laurencjohnson.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Baby's first radio interview!! Thanks for sharing, @sfwp.bsky.social!

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