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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 10h

#writingcommunity Just FYI, #OnTheMedia had two super interesting stories this morning. One with Mark Krotov of @nplusonemag.com about what the phenomenon of reissued books says about publishing and one with Laura McGrath (@lbmcgrath) about the history of agents. 1/2 www.npr.org/podcasts/452...

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 11h

I am by nature extremely skeptical of organized religion but here I am, agreeing with Pope Leo.

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Gifting Laurie Gilmore's list of wolf-y favorites in the NYT. So grateful to have The Last Wolf breathing the heady air with TJ Klune, Talia Hibbert, Ali Hazelwood, Lauren Palphreyman, Charlotte Stein, Rosie Danan, Ellie Mae Macgregor & Kristen Callihan! www.nytimes.com/2026/10/02/b...

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Ron Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

36 minutes before the hearing started.

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

A Curse of of Beasts and Magic has everything I love about @jfrostauthor's writing--propulsive, imaginative, passionate--and Raine was just the kind of dangerous heroine I needed. Sign up for my newsletter & be entered for a chance at signed HC book & original artwork! forms.gle/1sHA3JsA3GQ4...

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Another sign of what makes Artificial Intelligence, Artificial.

"Alexa for shopping" advert says "You Like Werewolves. This suit has legs an a tail." beneath is an ad for a full body werewolf costume. I've added a rolling eyes emotion.

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

#writingcommunity So on instagram, I posted a screed about bots saying about any bookish post (and a lot of non bookish posts) DM this to @WritersBS. And, of course, the response was Send this post to the @writersbs.

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Team Wolf @team-wolf.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Gray Wolves and Mexican Gray Wolves are in danger and the Endangered Species Act is the only thing protecting them. Last time states took over, 218 wolves died in Wisconsin in under three days. Trump gave Sec. Burgum 90 days to decide if they stay protected. (1/2)

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

#coyotevsacme is the best movie I've seen this year. And yes, I saw The Odyssey. The acting, pacing and messaging are what we need now.

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

This last newsletter, I cleared off my shelves and offered my old mass markets to my newsletter, figuring I'd send out, what, 12? . A few hours later, there were 70+ requests & i shut the form down. The last several days, I've signed, wrapped, folded and shipped the first of 2 batches. LYSM

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MapQuest @mapquest.com · 27/08/2026

We’re not changing it.

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

"There's an emptiness to Elijah...and it's turning him into a caged animal. It's sexy and it's frightening, a heady combination...A feral and fearsome romance that works for its happy ending."—Kirkus Reviews www.amazon.com/dp/B079JXZ2DW

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Fall is coming. I've seen the chrysanthemums at the bodega and the Halloween hair ornaments at the drug store. I'm cleaning up in preparation and will give away signed old editions to newsletter subscribers, so keep an eye on your inbox! www.mariavale.com/newsletter

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

I just had the loveliest #BookstoreRomanceDay! Grateful to meet so many wonderful people, like my roomies Sonja Marcus, Belle Campbell and Cynthia St. Aubin but I'm most grateful to Gretchen and Hannah of @katonahreadingroom.bsky.social for making it a perfect reminder of why I love indies.

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

TOMORROW is @bkstoreromanceday & I will be at the @katonahreadingroom with Bell Campbell, Heather Eng, Caroline Goldstein, Barbara Josselsohn, Sonja Marcus, Cynthia St. Aubin, Meredith Schorr & Meredith Turits. Deets Here: www.mariavale.com/new-events/2...

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Aaron Fritschner @fritschner.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Video of an ICE agent pulling a gun on a wife and mother, who is a US citizen born and raised in the area, near Bailey's Crossroads in Northern Virginia yesterday. Chillingly, they claimed she “almost ran them over” until she told them she had video proving that was a lie.

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Anyone else finding that regular Google search results (not AI) have gotten worse? It's been going on for a while so I asked Gemini. TL;DR--AI makes it easy to spread sloppy content stuffed with errors; bad SEO actors push junk pages to the top; product selling sites taking precedence over reviews.

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Prof Bill McGuire @profbillmcguire.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

Instead of annexing, the Trump regime and its supporters are simply doing and taking what they want Denmark and the EU should put a stop to this illegal incursion now - using force if need be It is the only thing these fascists understand www.theguardian.com/world/2026/a...

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Greenland issues ‘strong warning’ as Trump-linked oil firm prepares to drill

Island’s government says no approval given after Greenland Energy brings kit ashore for exploratory drilling

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Last day of the Chirpbook sale! $2.99 for The Last Wolf and $18.95 for the entire bundle, some 40 hours of listening. But, after all, Winter is coming. www.chirpbooks.com/audiobooks/t...

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Per NYT: If newly approved gas fueled power plants for AI data centers are built as planned, they "could release as much planet-warming pollution in a year as roughly HALF OF ALL PASSENGER VEHICLES in the US." Half are in Texas, where tech Came and Took It. www.nytimes.com/2026/08/05/c...

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Trump’s Push for More A.I. Data Centers Will Mean Major Air Pollution (Gift Article)

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Just pre-ordered Unshaken: A Charity Romance Anthology. All royalties will be donated to Doctors Without Borders in support of Venezuela earthquake relief. Thank you to @katebateman.bsky.social for giving me the heads up! www.amazon.com/gp/product/B...

Unshaken a Charity Romance Anthology. Stories of Love and Hope. Participating Authors: Zoe Ashwood, Reba Bale, Kate Bateman, Demelza Carlton, Whitley Cox, Bronwen Evans, Marie Harte, Zoey Indiana, Leigh Kelsey, HK Khan, Lea Kirk, YD La Mar, Peyton Lawson, Cora Lee, Skye MacKinnon, Alexa Padgett, Veronica Scott, Fiona Starr, Carol Van Natta, Elle Waters, Sharon Wray

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

#FantasyRomance PSA: T. Kingfisher's Swordheart is on sale for $2.99. This is the Bookshop.org link. I love all of her books, but Swordheart (OK and Paladin's Grace) are my favorites. bookshop.org/p/books/swor...

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Swordheart

The delicious bodyguard romance of From Blood and Ash meets the delightful charm of The Princess Bride in this cozy fantasy romance from New York Times bestselling author T. KingfisherHalla has unexpe...

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

It's been a while but I'm finally sending out a newsletter with pictures from London etc., information about August 15th @bkstoreromanceday event, a sale and a fall filled with signed hardcovers giveaways of some of this year's best fantasies! www.mariavale.com/newsletter

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Romancing the Vote @romancingthevote.com · 15/07/2026

That is the goal!!! We can fight voter suppression AND have fun!!!!

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Every two years, I am so impressed by the people who make this happen and do it so efficiently. It's the kind of volunteer effort that gives me hope for the country.

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Thrilled that The Legend of All Wolves is part of #chirpbooks Can't-Miss Bundle Sale on Best Romance. The Last Wolf is $2.99 and the whole five book series is $18.95! www.chirpbooks.com/audiobooks/t... #audiobooks #paranormalromance

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

I've known Olivia Dade for many years and talked to her recently. No matter what you and Olivia talk about--books, life, the world, publishing--you will feel better for it at the end.

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Dear folk in the #naturewriting feed. I'm wondering if there is a book for adults that dives into the varieties of microhabitats. I have been searching and not really coming up with what I want.

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Moral quandry: On the one hand, I am currently winning 11 of my most ardently wanted auction items at @romancingthevote.com. On the other I know I should be encouraging people to support democracy by bidding against me. What do I do? www.32auctions.com/romancingthe...

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Romancing the Vote 2026

Silent auction 'Romancing the Vote 2026' hosted online at 32auctions.

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Romancing the Vote @romancingthevote.com · 01/07/2026

For those who are new to our auctions, here's a last minute guide as to how it works. There are two types of items on our auction site. 1. Bidding auctions 2. Buy-it-nows

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Donating one set of signed/personalized author editions of the Legend of All Wolves to @romancingthevote IYKYK. If you don't, this is a great chance find out & do some good for democracy. Will include all the swag! "Prepare to be rendered speechless."--Kirkus www.32auctions.com/organization...

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Legend of All Wolves Author Editions

Auction item 'Legend of All Wolves Author Editions' hosted online at 32auctions.

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Romancing the Vote @romancingthevote.com · 24/06/2026

Don't have time to knit or paint something before the deadline? Send us pictures of your favorite hats or scarves or other crocheted or painted or quilted projects and offer to do a custom version for your winner! form.romancingthevot...

Artists & Crafters, we don't just want your finished work! Are you willing to do a custom project for some special winner?

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

This is kind of hilarious. I'm not sure adding my name to a billionaire, forced mate shifter romance is going to help sales, but I'm flattered that the author gave it a whirl. (Yes, I brightened the text when I blocked out the name)

Bare-chested tattooed man with silhouette of wolf. and the words Maria Vale and the cursed Alpha's contract.

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Just finished reading A Web of Abuse, Heidi Blake's deeply reported story about Andrew Tate that makes it perfectly clear how corrupt institutions and powerful men allowed Epstein to happen. www.newyorker.com/magazine/202...

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Andrew Tate’s Empire of Abuse

How the defining figure of the manosphere built a fortune—and became a political force—by systematically exploiting women.

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Romancing the Vote @romancingthevote.com · 15/06/2026

HAPPY MONDAY!!! We are half way through the month of June, and auction stuff is really heating up behind the scenes! We can not WAIT to start sharing some of the truly amazing stuff that has already come in. Remember: if you have any questions, we have a shiny new contact form on our website!

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Romancing the Vote – Fighting for a HEA one vote at a time!

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

James "Corruption-R-Us" Comer is up for re-election in November. Just saying. bsky.app/profile/will...

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Romancing the Vote @romancingthevote.com · 09/06/2026

BRING US YOUR NONFICTION EDITORS!! (politely and lovingly)

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

Just donated to sponsor this year's Romancing the Vote so that more money will go to voting rights. Please follow @romancingthevote.com for details of the upcoming auction and see where #romancelandia really shines.

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Drew Williams is running against James "Enough Epstein" Comer for the KY-1 seat.

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Reminding everyone in KY-1 that James Comer is coming up for re-election. @williamsforky1.bsky.social is running a brave campaign in this solidly red district and could use our help.

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

Hey Bluesky, I know there's a conversation out there about planning for population decline so it can be a positive opportunity, a reset of expansion based institutions. But what is that conversation being called? Trying to figure out what to search for. TYIA #population #demography

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

In keeping with Project 2025, the Trump administration seems intent on perverting Title X, return the US to 1957 when 1 in 10 teen girls gave birth. Post Title X, that number is 1 in 100. Another reason to keep focused on those #Midterms.

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Ilhan Omar @ilhanmn.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Republicans just handed the Boundary Waters to a foreign corporation. For the GOP, it’s foreign billionaires first, America last.

More perfect union: BREAKING: The Senate just passed the legislation allowing the devastation of the Boundary Waters.

The motion passed 50-49, and now goes to Donald Trump’s desk.

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Maria Vale @mariavalewrites.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

The New York Times: JD Vance Says the Pope Should Be More Careful When Talking About Theology. Not sure we even need The Onion at this point.

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