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Pip Wren @lollibeepop.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

A joyous fat bear week to all 🐻

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Advanced Editorial Professionals @adveds.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

How do editors help guide authors to improve their voice without unintentionally changing it? That's what @literarylaura.bsky.social will be teaching in November at the International Conference for Advanced Editorial Professionals. Learn more: sites.google.com/view/icaep/s... #AmEditing

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chirping bird @chrpngbrd.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

this is incredibly fascinating and the implications this has for treating neurological diseases like ALS is enormous. two minute read. amazing stuff. med.stanford.edu/news/all-new...

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Human brain is two separate organs, Stanford Medicine-led research finds

Stanford Health Care delivers the highest levels of care and compassion. SHC treats cancer, heart disease, brain disorders, primary care issues, and many more.

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Literary Laura @literarylaura.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Hey experienced editors: come join us for a conference in #Toronto! I'll be speaking, along with some incredible fellow #editors, and we're going to dive deep into a bunch of topics. The conversations coming out of this are going to be amazing. Will you be there? sites.google.com/view/icaep/h...

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International Conference for Advanced Editorial Professionals November 10–11, 2026, Toronto, Canada

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Tanya Gold | Editor & Translator 💕📚 (they/iel) @tanyagold.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

PAID GIG: I'm looking for someone who knows Spanish Sign Language. I'm going to be translating a graphic novel where SSL is featured (hooray for d/Deaf rep!!) and I want to be sure that I get the text aligned with the signs in the artwork. This should be happening at some point this year. #xl8

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Victoria Strauss @victoriastrauss.com · 03/09/2026

Seconding that request

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Lucienne Diver @luciennediver.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

This. Do not watch. Do not put money in her pocket that will go to support anti-trans groups. Let her star fall, as she so richly deserves.

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Literary Laura @literarylaura.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

My lovely client, Charlotte Van Ryswyk, had her first book signing for her debut novel, “The Secret of the Moon Dial,” recently! I got to work with Charlotte on this middle grade steampunk fantasy book and now it’s out in the world! Find out more here: charlottevanryswyk.com/books/

A white woman with short hair, glasses, and a beaming smile sits at a table in front of her debut novel, “The Secret of the Moon Dial"

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Shecky @shecky.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Still no takers. I don't *understand*, and it's killing me. LOOK AT THESE FACES.

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Shecky @shecky.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

ORPHANED CATS NEED FOREVER HOME IN NORTHEAST (PLEASE READ *ENTIRE* THREAD) My wife's childhood friend died Thursday, leaving his two *mildly* special-needs cats. The elder, Wally, is about 13. ABSOLUTELY affectionate cat; GLORIOUSLY dim. His only issue is that he poops in bathtubs if given a chance

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Literary Laura @literarylaura.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Y’all…I made a bookmark for readers and/or writers. 😆 Who wants one?

Spread out bookmarks showing both sides: on one side, it says “Ask me about my book!” with a cartoon brain sitting on a chair reading. On the other side, it says “DON’T ask me about my book!” with that same cartoon brain reading, now with a blanket over their head. Purple background with literarylaura.com on the bottom.

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Literary Laura @literarylaura.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

As an editor, working on AI writing is harder even than working on writing from beginning authors. I’m here to help you get your vision, voice, and heart of your story to the forefront. AI writing doesn’t have that. janefriedman.com/after-editin...

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After Editing Two AI-Assisted Manuscripts, I Rewrote My Client Agreement | Jane Friedman

Inexperienced authors may believe generative AI use improves their manuscript, but there’s a cost—extra fees charged by freelance editors.

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Literary Laura @literarylaura.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

I have openings for new coaching clients! If you: - are feeling stuck or frustrated with your writing - want support or one-on-one teaching - want to unlock the secrets for your own working writing process Reach out for a free 20-minute chat! literarylaura.com/editing #writing #coach #fiction

With a blue and purple background, text says, “Writing coaches help with process, craft, and support. Let’s bring joy and clarity back to your writing life.” www.literarylaura.com “Book a free 20-minute chat to see if we’re a good fit.” On the page, two silly monsters (one is teal with fangs and a mohawk while the other is yellow with purple dots and two horns) are happy and frolicking as they contemplate finishing their stories and getting a working writing process.

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Literary Laura @literarylaura.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Hey #edibuddies! Here are some tips when working with neurodivergent writers: 1. Ask about communication preferences, including tone, frequency, and format. 2. Ask everyone about accommodations, regardless of diagnosis or disability. 3. Ask about intentions in the writing. 4. Be kind.

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Literary Laura @literarylaura.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Developmental editors & fiction writing coaches help you see through the rounds of revisions, the frustration, the sticking points, and show you what’s already shining. Curious about working together? Let’s see if we’re a good fit! literarylaura.com

When do I need an editor? A friendly green monster asks against a backdrop of purple and blue swirls. “I love my story! Does it…work though?” asks a yellow concerned monster. “Why won’t my characters behave? Why has the plot gone sideways?” A frustrated blue monster with horns asks. “Does my pacing work? Does this story make sense? I can’t see it anymore!” a panicked fluffy pink monster asks. At the bottom, the answer: When you’re ready for professional and personalized advice. www.literarylaura.com

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Literary Laura @literarylaura.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

I’ve reached 50,000 words in my soft sci-fi novel! 🥳

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Literary Laura @literarylaura.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

When you work with a writing coach, you get one-on-one help from a knowledgable professional who knows the ins-and-outs of writing, how to untangle your process, and insights into the publishing world. Want to see about working together? I have openings for new clients! literarylaura.com/editing

What Difference Does a Writing Coach Make? literarylaura.com Image is of pink and purple clouds, in front of which a figure standing on three books is lending a hand to a figure below, standing on one book. The figure below has a bubble above their head, with a lightbulb, question mark, hesitating ellipses, check mark of validation, and a sprig of a plant of a new idea.

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Literary Laura @literarylaura.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

I just had a mindblowing conversation: I consider pain as that sensation you have when something IS or is ABOUT TO BE wrong with you. It’s a warning. Apparently, others also consider discomfort, soreness, and difficulty (say, in weightlifting) to also be pain. What do you think?

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khōréō magazine @khoreo.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Submissions close tomorrow! We’re looking for speculative fiction up to 5,000 words by immigrant and diaspora writers, as well as translations from any language into English. Submission guidelines can be found on our website. Share your work with us before the deadline!

Someone about to write on a plain notebook against a yellow background. Frontal text reads “Submissions open, July 1-31”

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Literary Laura @literarylaura.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

So Stripe is now going to offer (so kind! how benevolent!) fraud protection *for an extra price* and per screened transaction. That is your literal job, Stripe. You handle money and we’re supposed to trust you to keep it safe. That’s not a bonus. That’s the most basic functionality you can do.

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Washington State Democrats @wadems.org · 29/07/2026

SHARE SHARE SHARE

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stamm-kuhlmann @stamm-kuhlmann.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Using AI in student essay writing is like using a crane in weightlifting.

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Literary Laura @literarylaura.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

If you struggle with knowing when to say yes and especially when to say no. If you’re stretched too thin but you have no idea where to start to make it better… The Boundaries and Burnout Journal is a way for you to find patterns, make decisions, and feel better. literarylaura.com/boundaries-b...

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Boundaries & Burnout Journal — Literary Laura

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Tanya Gold | Editor & Translator 💕📚 (they/iel) @tanyagold.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Thanks to Genevieve for creating this much-needed starter pack. 💕 Let's help her spread the word and build it up! (And you should all follow all these kickass editors of color in this pack. They rock so hard.) #Edibuddies #AmEditing #BookSky

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Literary Laura @literarylaura.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Surprise! Something new is coming... Get ready for an online course that explores neurodivergent writing styles. Editors and writers alike, come find out more about how authors can (and should! Let’s go!) play with convention to fit how our shiny brains work. #course #neurodivergent #writing

Don’t Hide That Style! Shiny Writing from Shiny Brains. Online course for writers and editors. www.literarylaura.com Coming soon! Image of a dark open doorway wirh sparkling purple light pouring out, along with various representations of the course, including a wobbly clock, a blue typewriter, a neurodiversity sign (rainbow infinity), theater masks, a brain on a surfboard, symbols for the five senses, rainbow books, a white moth, and rainbow cat paws.

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Victoria Strauss @victoriastrauss.com · 08/07/2026

This is the dilemma faced by ALL publishers right now. Perhaps I'm just feeling dark today, but it seems to me that everyone is on the back foot--never getting ahead, perpetually struggling to catch up. Same feeling I get when trying to keep pace w/ ever-morphing & proliferating AI writing scams

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Literary Laura @literarylaura.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Happy Disability Pride Month! Have you heard of the curb-cut effect? These are laws, programs, and accommodations initially intended to help the disabled, but which end up helping a major portion of the population. Think audiobooks, text messages, closed captioning and more.

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Literary Laura @literarylaura.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

My story was unrealistic because “no man actually likes a comfy robe.” 🤔

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Kendra "Gloom is My Beat" Pierre-Louis @kendrawrites.com · 02/07/2026

A tiny reminder when it is as hot as it is in much of the eastern US that water alone is not enough. On cycle rides they told us for every 2 bottles of water the third should be an electrolyte formula. If you're going somewhere that limits bottled water but has refill stations, bring the powders.

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Literary Laura @literarylaura.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Q6 #Stetchat: I can’t edit to music with lyrics but I ALSO can’t work with lo-fi. There isn’t enough going on in the music (aka stimulation) so it registers as irritation. There’s a narrow window of non-lyrical and musically interesting but non-distracting music… so I usually just go without!

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Literary Laura @literarylaura.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Q5: One of the funniest ones is when I’m “intentionally doing something else” (like watching a show) then I pull up the manuscript, out of curiosity, but *that’s not what I’m doing right now.* Then I keep looking over until I’m actually working on it… Aaand I got distracted into working.😁

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Literary Laura @literarylaura.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Q3: Welcome to my Ted Talk. 😂 But ADHD means that small external things become big distractions and every day, there’s at least some (if not a lot of) struggle to get my focus up and working. Finding novelty, interest, or curiosity in what I’m doing is the best way to get my focus back.

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Literary Laura @literarylaura.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

I’d say between 1-5 hours a day. The five hour days are usually around deadlines, the one hour days are either because of admin, other business requirements, or straight-up bad brain days/brain fog (#ADHDer here). I work best in the late morning to late afternoon, depending on brain/deadline/etc.

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Literary Laura @literarylaura.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Hi #StetChat! I’m a fiction editor and writing coach, working with publishers and indie authors. I do developmental edits, line edits, and copyedits. I work across genres but love speculative (sci-fi, fantasy, fabulism, magical realism) and specialize in working with neurodivergent writers.

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Literary Laura @literarylaura.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

If you’re a #neurodivergent #writer and you keep trying to follow expert advice but you aren’t reaching your goals, it doesn’t mean you’re bad, wrong, or broken. As with everything else in life (oh look, #accessibility matters!), most standard advice is meant for a narrow band of people.

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EA Crawley @eacrawley.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

@romancingthevote.com is up and running!! And I'm so excited one of my donated brainstorming sessions already has a bid on it! Hell yes to supporting voting rights. You can bid on that one, if you like the auction vibes, but my other donation is fully open, too: www.32auctions.com/organization...

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Literary Laura @literarylaura.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Today, I read a restaurant’s website that was obviously written by AI. It reminded me of listening to a mid-career politician, like… yes, those are words. They’re real words and they’re usually good words… but I feel like I’m losing it while trying to understand the meaning of the sentences.

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Literary Laura @literarylaura.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Thanks to some recent scheduling changes, I have openings for edits in July and August! Then my next opening for a manuscript assessment or developmental edit is February 2027. If you’d like a set of professional eyes on your fiction, especially speculative, reach out! literarylaura.com

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Literary Laura

Writing coach and fiction editing services provided by an experienced editor. Specializing in fantasy, sci-fi, magical realism, and fabulism. Neurodivergent writers welcome.

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Wholehearted Writers @wholeheartedwriter.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

3 days left to sign up! Come join a warm, funny, kind community of writers for a weekend to round out Pride Month. We have experts in the publishing industry leading talks on craft, workshops on writing process, and time to write. Come join the fun! wholeheartedwriters.weebly.com/june-mini-re...

A cartoon of a woman sitting in a blue armchair across from a chunky orange cat in a red armchair. Between them is an open window with sun and a grassy field, an open notebook with a quill pen suspended above it. The cat is asking, “Would you like to end Pride Month by working on your writing in community?” Wholehearted Writers Mini-Retreat, June 26-27, 2026. wholeheartedwriters.weebly.com

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Fly on the Wall Press @flyonthewallpress.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Join us at the Manchester Small Press Fair - A Fly on the Wall Press and Seesaw collaboration! Come and discover new books, meet publishers & writers, and explore the incredible work being produced by independent presses! #Manchestersmallpressfair #ManchesterLiterature #ManchesterEvents

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Wholehearted Writers @wholeheartedwriter.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

@sonyahuber.bsky.social is a wonderful writer, teacher and essayist. She'll be leading a workshop on voice. If you’ve ever wondered what it means to “have a unique voice” in your writing or have struggled with what “voice” even means, come join us! wholeheartedwriters.weebly.com/june-mini-re...

Meet Our Speakers! Sonya Huber, author and teacher. Let’s work on exploring writer voices on the page. Wholehearted Writers Mini-Retreat June 26-27, 2026. wholeheartedwriters.weebly.com

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Wholehearted Writers @wholeheartedwriter.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

@henrylienauthor.bsky.social is an author & teacher who is joining us at Wholehearted Writers Mini-Retreat to discuss the radical four-act Eastern storytelling structure. If you’ve ever wondered about how stories, ya know, actually work, come join us: wholeheartedwriters.weebly.com/june-mini-re...

Meet Our Speakers! Henry Lien, author and teacher. Let’s discuss the radical four-act Eastern story structure! Wholehearted Writers Mini-Retreat, June 26-27, 2026. wholeheartedwriters.weebly.com

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Literary Laura @literarylaura.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Wholehearted Writers is hosting a mini-retreat online on June 26 and 27! We're a neurodiverse and queer-led group that hosts writer events online. We have speakers talking about craft, and professional editors talking about writing process. wholeheartedwriters.weebly.com/june-mini-re...

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June Mini-Retreat

This Friday–Saturday event offers 2 full days of programming and interaction on Zoom and in Slack, plus an additional two days to connect in the Slack space.* Join us to spark some fun and new...

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Wholehearted Writers @wholeheartedwriter.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

We're back! Come join us for our next event, a two-day online writer retreat featuring writing sessions, workshops, speakers, and community. June 26-27. Will you be there? wholeheartedwriters.weebly.com/june-mini-re...

Wholehearted Writers Mini-Retreat, June 26-27, 2026. Whatever your age or stage, come be a writer in community. wholeheartedwriters.weebly.com
In between the words, an image of a pencil that branches into a tree holds writers of all ages and types.

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Literary Laura @literarylaura.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

My talk about how to give yourself accommodations at @edsguild.bsky.social Red Pencil Conference led to this Boundaries & Burnout Journal. You can watch the talk (www.edsguild.org/red-pencil-2...) and buy the journal (literarylaura.com/boundaries-b...) OR just treat yourself to a nap and a snack.

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