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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 13/10/2026

If you live in the Aspen, Colorado area, I hope you'll join me on Thursday, October 15 at 6:30 PM for the Aspen Writers Network Third Thursday Meeting, where I'll be talking about writing sci-fi and fantasy. Learn more at www.aspenwords.org/events/aspen...

Writing Science Fiction and Fantasy with Mary Robinette Kowal. Thursday, October 15 at 6:30 P.M. M.T. Bonfire Coffee Company, 433 Main Street, Carbondale, Colorado. A.W.N. Third Thursday Meeting at Bonfire in Carbondale. Hosted by Aspen Words.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 09/10/2026

There is a weekend Elsie merch sale afoot. elsiewants.dashery.com

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 08/10/2026

In this deep dive 80-minute class on character arcs, you'll learn how you can have your character change in a believable way throughout your story. Gain on-demand access here: members.maryrobinettekowal.com/shop/progres... No subscription required.

The Progression of a Character Arc: An On-Demand Class by Mary Robinette Kowal

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 08/10/2026

Pre-conference registration for @siwc.bsky.social closes on October 16 at 5:00 PM PT. Head to www.siwc.ca/registration/, and I will see you there! Virtual and in-person tickets are available.

My S.I.W.C. Schedule. October 21 at 1:30 P.M. - Short Story Intensive Masterclass (virtual). October 23 at 10:00 A.M. - How to Pretend to Be Human and Actually Talk to People Workshop. October 23 at 11:45 A.M. - Submitting to Literary Magazines Panel. October 24 at 2:30 P.M. - S.I.W.C. Idol. October 24 at 4:15 P.M. - Critiquing the End Workshop. October 25 at 11:45 A.M. - Whiskey Chicks A.M.A. about Writing and Publishing Panel. Surrey International Writers' Conference. Masterclasses October 21-22. Conference October 23-25. Surrey, British Columbia. S.I.W.C. dot C.A.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 01/10/2026

Make consistent writing progress, every week. On Sundays at 12:00 PM ET, I host Make Me Write on Patreon for a dedicated group of writers. I provide story prompts, instructional insights into my process, and an encouraging Zoom community. 7-day trial: members.maryrobinettekowal.com/membership

Over the image of a typewriter and a photo of Mary Robinette, the words, "Make Me Write with Mary Robinette Kowal." Sundays at 12:00 P.M. E.T. members dot Mary Robinette Kowal dot com.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 29/09/2026

Writing is never more challenging than when life gets hard. I had an honest conversation—full of encouragement and tips from my own experiences—with Micah McGuire on the EmberWrite podcast. Listen here: link.emberwrite.com/mrkwritinglife

EmberWrite Expert Craft Chats: Writing when Life Gets Real. Life happens. Learn how to manage your writing life when it does, through practical strategies and exercises. Featuring award-winning sci-fi author Mary Robinette Kowal.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 28/09/2026

During October 9-11, I am doing something new: a live recording of my Short Story Intensive workshop for all paying members of my Patreon. Attend sessions live, cheer-read for each other, and gain access to these sessions for no additional cost. Info: members.maryrobinettekowal.com/posts/short-...

An Announcement from Mary Robinette Kowal: Short Story Intensive Live Recording. Invited: All paying members of my Patreon (any tier)

Details! Watch live, at no additional cost, for any paid member of my Patreon! Schedule (all times EDT): Session 1: Friday, October 9 at 8 P.M. Session 2: Saturday, October 10 at 2:30 P.M. Session 3: Saturday, October 10 at 8 P.M. Session 4: Sunday, October 11 at 5 P.M. Session 5: Sunday, October 11 at 9 P.M. I will provide a 30-minute Q&A after each session, as well as a special cheer-reading section of my Discord.

Even More Details! If you have 90 minutes available, you can write a short story. Learn how. This workshop includes instruction on short story viewpoint, dialogue, and plot. I typically teach it live for $600 and build in time for critique and exercises. However, I want to make an accessible, on-demand version. Therefore, I’m inviting every paying member of my Patreon to join me live in Zoom as I record the on-demand Short Story Intensive videos. This is your chance to watch the sessions live at no additional cost.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 23/09/2026

Ask me anything at my upcoming Q&A for Patreon supporters on Tuesday, September 29 at 8:00 PM Eastern. I also offer a free 7-day trial for new members. members.maryrobinettekowal.com/membership

Ask Me Anything on Mary Robinette Kowal's Patreon. Tuesday, September 29, 8 P.M. E.T. 7-day free trial available at members dot Mary Robinette Kowal dot com.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 23/09/2026

A month from now, my favorite conference of the year begins: @siwc.bsky.social. Please say hello when you see me there!

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 22/09/2026

If you register for @superstarswriting.bsky.social by September 30, your ticket price will be $100 off. Somehow (I am really not sure how), September 30 is nearly upon us. Didn't we just start this year?

Mary Robinette Kowal is coming to Superstars Writing, February 4-6, 2027 in Colorado Springs. Register at Super Stars Writing dot com

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 21/09/2026

Often we have a nugget of an idea we want to play with but can't find the story. On Sept. 28, I am teaching a class to my Patreon supporters that will walk you through a toolbox to go from idea to outline. This also works for pantsers; I'll show you how. members.maryrobinettekowal.com/membership

Mary Robinette Kowal's September Patreon Class: From Idea to Outline. September 28th at 8 P.M. Eastern. Members dot Mary Robinette Kowal dot com.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 21/09/2026

Tomorrow, September 22, I am hosting a Q&A for Patreon supporters of @writingexcuses.bsky.social. Let's hang out: patreon.com/writingexcuses

Writing Excuses Q & A with Mary Robinette Kowal for Writing Excuses Patreon supporters. Tuesday, September 22 at 8:00 P.M. E.T. / 5:00 P.M. P.T. Patreon dot com slash Writing Excuses

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 17/09/2026

Guess who will be on the February 20-27, 2027 JoCo Cruise? I hear the event is already 90% sold out, so if you'd like to sail with us, visit jococruise.com for more information. The @jococruise.bsky.social is truly one of my favorite events, and I am delighted to join it again.

JoCo Cruise 2027 Initial Lineup Announced! Jonathan Coulton, Daphne Always, Ally Beardsley, Jasmine Bhullar, Jim Boggia, Boys Go To Jupiter, Simone Giertz, Vance Gilbert, Isabel J. Kim, Mary Robinette Kowal, Aimee Mann, Mollylele, Zac Oyama, Paul and Storm, Riz Rollins, John Scalzi, James Sheppard, Nadine Smith, Paul F. Tompkins, Varietopia, Janet Varney, Sabrina Wu. Jo Co Cruise dot com.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 17/09/2026

Elsie's fancy leg has prompted me to pay attention to how she moves and how this might impact her exercise and activities. I'm livestreaming with Sarah Keller (Sit Stay Squat) about force-free movement support for pets on Elsie's Instagram account, @elsiewants, Tuesday, September 22 at 3 PM ET.

Livestream: Save the Date. Mary Robinette Kowal & Sarah Keller, September 22, 3 P.M. E.T. @ Elsie Wants and @ Sit Stay Squat.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 10/09/2026

One of the things about being a writer is that there are points in your career where you have to write, even when your surroundings/situation aren't conducive to it. This on-demand class will give you tips to write through fatigue and other challenges. members.maryrobinettekowal.com/shop/writing...?

Writing Through Fatigue: An On-Demand Class by Mary Robinette Kowal. Learn to write, even when your surroundings aren't conducive to it.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 08/09/2026

In just a few days, I will be in Seattle with Dr. Sian Proctor and K Wilson (The Astro Stud) for our Clarion West Deep Dive event: Post-Dystopia Space Exploration. Register (in-person/virtual) here: www.clarionwest.org/event/post-d...

Deep Dives Author Conversation Series: A Program of Clarion West. Post-Dystopia Space Exploration: A Conversation with Mary Robinette Kowal and Dr. Sian Proctor, moderated by K Wilson (The Astro Stud). September 12, 2026. V.I.P. Reception 6 P.M. Conversation and signing 7 to 8:30 P.M. Town Hall Seattle. 1119 8th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101. Get tickets at Clarion West dot org.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 02/09/2026

I'd like to introduce you to Sarah Keller (Sit Stay Squat), who is doing important work in the realm of evidence-informed, force-free movement support for cats and dogs. We're going to have a livestream on Elsie's Instagram account, elsiewants.com, on September 22 at 3 PM ET. Save the date.

Livestream: Save the Date. Mary Robinette Kowal and Sarah Keller. September 22, 3 PM E.T. Photo of Mary Robinette and Elsie @ Elsie wants. Photo of Sarah Keller @ sit stay squat.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 31/08/2026

I am very much looking forward to speaking with @drsianproctor.bsky.social and @the-astro-stud.bsky.social on September 12 about during the first @clarionwest.bsky.social Deep Dive of the fall. We will be in-person and virtual. Register here: www.clarionwest.org/event/post-d...

Deep Dives Author Conversation Series: A Program of Clarion West. Under photos of Mary Robinette Kowal, K Wilson, and Dr. Sian Proctor: "Post-Dystopia Space Exploration," a conversation with Mary Robinette Kowal and Dr. Sian Proctor, Moderated by K Wilson (The Astro Stud). September 12, 2026. Town H all Seattle. Hosted in partnership with 4 Culture, The Elliott Bay Book Company. Get tickets at Clarion West dot org.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 31/08/2026

I just learned that the fourth annual Sandia Starforgers Workshop for speculative fiction writers is 50% sold out. Join @sarahgailey.bsky.social @premeemohamed.com @marieparks.bsky.social @tangentgeoff.bsky.social and Elsie with an early bird discount, or apply for the scholarship. starforgers.com

Sandia Starforgers S.F.F. Writers Retreat and Workshop. April 30 - May 3, 2027. Albuquerque, New Mexico. Sarah Gailey, Premee Mohamed, Mary Robinette Kowal, Geoff Habiger, Marie Parks. Save $200 early bird discount, in effect until October 15. Starforgers dot com.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 31/08/2026

Once a month, I host an Ask Me Anything session for the members of my Patreon at the Q&A tier and above. If you have a burning question (reading! writing! cats! crochet! and more), I hope you will join us. The best way to sign up is via members.maryrobinettekowal.com/membership. Free trial available

Ask Me Anything: Tuesday, September 1st at 8 PM Eastern Time on Patreon

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 27/08/2026

Here is my schedule for the remaining days of @laworldcon.bsky.social: maryrobinettekowal.com/events/mrk-a... Please say hello if you are here in Anaheim!

Friday, August 28. Writing Loyal Companions in SF/F at 9:00 A.M. Puppetry for Storytelling at 10:30 A.M. Live Podcast Writing Excuses at 1:30 P.M. Writing the Science Fiction Murder Mystery at 4:30 P.M.

Saturday, August 29. Audiobooks 101: The Process for Indie Authors and Rights Holders at 1:30 P.M. Sunday, August 30. Table Talk at 10:30 A.M. Virtual Meetup with Elsie the Talking Cat at 3:00 P.M.

Monday, August 31. The Talking Cat Journey at 10:30 A.M. Meetup with Elsie the Talking Cat at 12:00 P.M. Fiber Arts in SF/F Fiction (Virtual) at 1:30 P.M.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 27/08/2026

Every writer gets stuck from time to time. Join my live Unlocking Session on August 31, where we will pick four volunteers at random to help unlock a thing they are stuck on. Attend via the Live-streaming Classes tier or above at members.maryrobinettekowal.com/membership. Free trial available.

Overlaying the image of an elegant key, the words, "Mary Robinette Kowal's August Patreon Class: Unlocking Session. Monday, August 31 at 8 P.M. Eastern Time. Free 7-day trial available. Members dot mary robinette kowal dot com

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 21/08/2026

Welcome to the latest issue of The Mary Robinette Gazette, in which we discuss how cats can make excellent nurses. maryrobinettekowal.com/journal/the-...

The Mary Robinette Gazette (August, 2026) with a message from your feline overlord

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 20/08/2026

I offer several on-demand writing classes you can begin straight away, including Using Intentions In Your Writing. Intentions guide your writing decision-making process and give you a success metric that has no relation to word count or time spent. members.maryrobinettekowal.com/posts/video-...

Using Intentions In Your Writing, an on-demand class by Mary Robinette Kowal. Set you rintentions to help guide your decision making process when writing. At its core, writing is a set of decisions. Setting your intentions helps guide that decision making process AND gives you a metric for success that isn't based on word count or time, but rather your level of satisfaction. members dot mary robinette kowal dot com slash shop

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 20/08/2026

Ticket sales end in just a few hours for my reading this evening (August 20) at Space Bar Pittsburgh. www.eventbrite.com/e/an-evening...

An evening with Mary Robinette Kowal: Space Bar, Pittsburgh, PA, on August 20. Ticket required. Celebrating the debut of Tales from a Space Bar: A Collection of Stories Overheard Among the Stars. The image also includes the cover of the book, a photo of the Space Bar interior, and a picture of Mary Robinette holding a cocktail.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 14/08/2026

On September 1, my Write Your Novel workshop shifts into the Endings module. If you're trying to figure out how to wrap up your WIP, this is the perfect time to join the workshop. No need to join prior modules to jump right in. Learn more at members.maryrobinettekowal.com/membership - limited space!

It's the perfect time to join Write Your Novel: a Patreon tier by Mary Robinette Kowal. Make meaningful progress on your novel writing/revision. Weekly group meetings (instruction, accountability, dedicated writing time). Three-month modules, each focused on a crucial stage (beginnings, middles, ends, revision). Join the module that matches where you are in the process.

Endings: September - November, 2026. Answer questions, complete character arcs, deliver a satisfying resolution, write a surprising but inevitable climax and denouement. Revision: December 2026 - February 2026. Diagnose problems, strengthen and polish prose, evaluate and improve, from the structural to the sentence level.

What to Expect.
Weekly Meetings combining structured instruction and writing time
Office Hours with Mary Robinette
Weekly Make Me Write Session with guided prompts and a chance for Mary Robinette or a guest instructor to guide you through their process
Monthly Live Craft/Career Class
Monthly Q&A Session
Access to Recorded Writing Classes, with an extensive library of 70+ hours
Flexible Pacing to work at your own speed within this framework
Community of Fellow Novelists working through similar challenges
Access to the Lady Astronaut Club, the kindest corner of the internet

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 14/08/2026

This is going to be very, very fun. @clarionwest.bsky.social @drsianproctor.bsky.social @the-astro-stud.bsky.social In-person and virtual tickets available for this September 12 event: www.clarionwest.org/event/post-d...

Deep Dives Author Conversation Series: A Program of Clarion West. Afrofuturism and Lady Astronauts. Clarion West presents Post-Dystopia Space Exploration with Mary RObinette Kowaal and Dr. Sian Proctor, Moderated by K Wilson (The Astro Stud). September 12 2026 at Town Hall Seattle. VIP and General Admission and Virtual Tickets available at Clarion West dot org. Hosted in partnership with 4 Culture and The Elliott Bay Book Company.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 14/08/2026

In transparency, I created my Make Me Write Patreon tier to force ME to get words on the page. Apparently, it works for others, too. Make consistent writing progress, every week. We now start at a later time: 12:00 PM ET every Sunday. Explore w/a free trial members.maryrobinettekowal.com/membership

Mary Robinette hosts "Make Me Write," Sundays at 12 PM ET (new time!). Join at members dot mary robinette kowal dot com. Free 7-day trial available.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 10/08/2026

Plot structures like Save the Cat or 7-Point are recipes for making a specific kind of story. I teach an on-demand class looking at the underlying principles that make structures work. Understanding these reasons frees you up to tell YOUR story. members.maryrobinettekowal.com/posts/video-...

The Principles of Structure: Tell Your Story Your Way. An on-demand class for writers by Mary Robinette Kowal. members dot mary robinette kowal dot com slash shop

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 04/08/2026

I am joining @sarahgailey.bsky.social @premeemohamed.com @tangentgeoff.bsky.social and @marieparks.bsky.social on faculty at the fourth annual Sandia Starforgers SFFH Writers Retreat + Workshop in 2027. You can save $200 with the early bird discount or apply for the scholarship. starforgers.com

Join us at Sandia Starforgers: SFFH Writers Retreat + Workshop. April 29 - May 3, 2027 in Albuquerque, NM. Sarah Gailey, Premee Mohamed, Mary Robinette Kowal, Geoff Habiger, Marie Parks. starforgers dot com. At the bottom are photos of the instructors plus a one-story stucco building with cottonwood trees in the background.

Over a background of Sandia Peak and the sky, the following quotes or testimonials: "This is a great event to bring a work-in-progress that I had been stuck on for a while. The classes, critique sessions, and side conversations all helped generate new ideas and give the story new life." -2026 Attendee. "If you're struggling with your inner saboteur--and what writer isn't--Sandia Starforgers will knock it out of your system with the sheer force of its community. Professionally I have never felt so seen and appreciated." -2026 Attendee. "I got so much out of this event. I've learned so much that I will be processing for awhile. The staff go out of their way to make sure we feel comfortable and safe. And most importantly, everyone, writers, staff, and instructors are so wonderful--the interactions I had make my heart so full." -2026 Attendee. "It's delightful spending time among your people, and for me these are my people. Even for an introvert, conversations just flow easily." -2026 Attendee. "Sandia Starforgers is the sort of retreat every writer needs to attend at least once. It's a small, kind, supportive group of excellent writers and they're working toward the common goal of putting out great work. It was a wonderful experience and my writing is better for having attended." -2025 Attendee. "I loved the classes! I learned so much about critiquing and pitching! I left the retreat so excited about my writing and I haven't felt that in a long while!" -2024 Attendee.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 01/08/2026

Dear device friends, you are cordially invited to join Elsie's 8th birthday celebratory livestream on Monday, August 3 at 9:30 PM ET / 6:30 PM PT. Find us here: www.instagram.com/elsiewants

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 31/07/2026

Pittsburgh, I am coming your way! On August 20, I will be reading my story from the brand new story collection, Tales from a Space Bar, at Space Bar Pittsburgh. On August 21, I will give a reading at Riverstone Books (Squirrel Hill location). RSVP required for both. maryrobinettekowal.com/events

An Evening with Mary Robinette Kowal at Space Bar, Pittsburgh, PA on August 20. Ticket Required. Celebrating the debut of "Tales from a Space Bar: A Collection of Stories Overheard Among the Stars."

Mary Robinette Kowal Reading and Signing. Riverstone Books. Friday, August 21 at 6:00 PM ET. 5841 Forbes Ave (Squirrel Hill). Pittsburgh, PA. Free Registration Required.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 31/07/2026

I am delighted to join @drsianproctor.bsky.social and @the-astro-stud.bsky.social in a conversation about post-dystopia space exploration, hosted by @clarionwest.bsky.social at @townhallseattle.bsky.social on September 12. Tickets are available at www.clarionwest.org/event/post-d...

Deep Dives Author Conversation Series (A Program of Clarion West). Beside a photo of Mary Robinette Kowal and the cover of The Martian Contingency, the words: "Post-Dystopia Space Exploration. September 12, 2026. Town Hall Seattle. A Conversation with Mary Robinette Kowal and Dr. Sian Proctor, Moderated by K Wilson (The Astro Stud). Get tickets at clarion west dot org." There is also a QR code to scan.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 31/07/2026

Everyone has read an interesting newspaper article or learned a random factoid and wondered how to turn it into a piece of fiction, similar to Toni Morrison’s Beloved. In this live workshop, we get a hands-on lesson on how to find the story in that research. members.maryrobinettekowal.com/membership

Building a Story from Research: A Live Class for Writers. Available to Patreon Subscribers at the Livestreaming Classes tier or above. Monday, August 3 at 8:00 PM ET. members dot maryrobinettekowal dot com

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 31/07/2026

I am so honored The Calculating Stars found its way onto this @bookriot.bsky.social list. Thank you for the kind words, @chrismarnone.bsky.social. bookriot.com/best-science...

Book Riot: The Best Science-Fiction Books of the Century (So Far): The Calculating Stars by Mary Robinette Kowal. "Do you know how hard it is to write historical science fiction? Not only does the author have to capture the verisimilitude of the time and place but change it as they overlay the science-fictional aspects. Mary Robinette Kowal does it so well with her Lady Astronauts series that starts here. The space race is accelerated when a meteor strikes the U.S. East Coast, but the racism, misogyny, and politics of the day are still at play even as humanity fights to find survival among the stars. - Chris M. Arnone"

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 30/07/2026

Elsie and I will be at @laworldcon.bsky.social next month. Here is our schedule: maryrobinettekowal.com/events/mrk-a... Will you be there? Let me know, and say hello if you see me!

LAcon V: Where to find Mary Robinette and Elsie at Worldcon. Thursday, August 27: Stroll with the Stars (9:00 a.m.), Reading: MRK (12:30 p.m.), Collaborative Writing (1:30 p.m.), Autographing: MRK (4:30 p.m.)

LAcon V: Where to find Mary Robinette and Elsie at Worldcon. Friday, August 28. Writing Loyal Companions in SF/F (9:00 a.m.). Puppetry for Storytelling (10:30 a.m.). Live Podcast: Writing Excuses (1:30 p.m.). Writing the Science Fiction Murder Mystery (4:30 p.m.).

LAcon V: Where to find Mary Robinette and Elsie at Worldcon. Saturday, August 29. Audiobooks 101: The Process for Indie Authors and Rights Holders (1:30 p.m.). Go Fact Yourself Live - Prady vs. Kowal (4:00 p.m.). Sunday, August 30. Table Talk - MRK (10:30 a.m.). Meetup: Elsie the Talking Cat (Virtual) (3:00 p.m.).

LAcon V: Where to find Mary Robinette and Elsie at Worldcon. Monday, August 31. The Talking Cat Journey (10:30 a.m.). Meetup: Elsie the Talking Cat (12:00 p.m.). Fiber Arts in SF/F Fiction (Virtual) (1:30 p.m.).

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 20/07/2026

On August 20, I will be joining Space Bar in Pittsburgh in celebrating the debut of Tales from a Space Bar: A Collection of Stories Overheard Among the Stars with a reading of my short story, "Thou Repeat'st Upon Thyself." Pick up your event ticket: www.spacebarpittsburgh.com/events/an-ev...

A photo of a futuristic bar, Mary Robinette holding a cocktail, and the cover of the book, Tales from a Space Bar. The text says, "An evening with Mary Robinette Kowal, Space Bar, Pittsburgh, PA on August 20. Ticket required. Celebrating the debut of Tales from a Space Bar: A Collection of Stories Overheard Among the Stars."

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 20/07/2026

A new installment of the Mary Robinette Gazette is here. This month, I gush about my recent experiences in Poland, tell you about some audiobooks I've narrated recently, and share where you can find me in the coming months. Read my newsletter here: maryrobinettekowal.com/journal/the-...

The Mary Robinette Gazette with a message from your feline overlord

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 16/07/2026

Last reminder: I will be at the Tattered Cover Bookstore in Denver with @jenniferklambert.bsky.social @jeffekennedy.bsky.social to celebrate her newest title, Among the Thorns on Thursday, July 16 at 6 PM. Registration is required but it comes with a book. maryrobinettekowal.com/events/jenni...

Jennifer K. Lambert in conversation with Mary Robinette Kowal. Tattered Cover Book Store 2526 East Colfax Ave., Denver, CO. Thursday, July 16 at 6:00 PM MT. Celebrating the publication of Lambert's newest title, Among the Thorns. Ticket purchase required to attend; comes with book.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 16/07/2026

This Sunday, July 19, I am giving the virtual keynote for Willamette Writers about the underlying principles that make structures work. I hope you'll join. Learn more here: willamettewriters.org/2026/02/24/j...

Willamette Writers Virtual Keynote: The Principles of Structure. Speaker: Mary Robinette Kowal. Time: Sunday, July 19, 1:00 - 3:00 PM PT. Whether you’re outlining a new novel or revising a finished draft, this session will help you better understand what makes stories resonate.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 08/07/2026

See you soon, Warsaw! Here is my schedule for the Bazyliszek Fantasy Festival: maryrobinettekowal.com/events/mrk-a...

Mary Robinette Kowal's schedule at Bazyliszek 2026 in Warsaw, Poland. Friday, July 10: 7:00 pm Table Talk with MRK, 8:00 pm Women in Space. Saturday, July 11: 1:00 pm Autographing Session, 2:00 pm Spotkanie autorskie z MRK, 4:00 pm What characters does new sociological fantasy need, 6:00 pm Gala Bazyliska. Sunday, July 12: 1:00 pm People of many talents - how to juggle writing and other responsibilities"

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 08/07/2026

If you're experiencing external factors that hold you back from writing, I offer a $5 on-demand class called Barriers to Writing that may be a good fit for you. Learn more at members.maryrobinettekowal.com/shop/barrier....

Barriers to writing: an on-demand class for writers by Mary Robinette Kowal. What keeps people from writing? We'll discuss environmental factors, mental health, and tricks for navigating these challenges, so you can get back to writing. Gain on-demand access at members.maryrobinettekowal.com/shop.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 02/07/2026

Middles are often seen as the sagging portion of a story line. In reality, most of any writer's time is spent working on the middle. In this on-demand pre-recorded workshop, learn how to set up and depict interesting try-fail cycles for your characters. members.maryrobinettekowal.com/shop/maintai...

Maintaining Tension in the Middle of the Story. An on-demand class for writers by Mary Robinette Kowal.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 02/07/2026

If you're in the Denver area, I hope you'll swing by the East Colfax location of Tattered Cover to see @jenniferklambert.bsky.social ( @jeffekennedy.bsky.social ) and me in conversation about her new book, Among the Thorns, on Thursday, July 16 at 6 PM. Tickets required (comes with the book).

Jennifer K. Lambert with Mary Robinette Kowal: 2526 East Colfax Ave, Denver, CO. Thursday, July 16th, 2026 at 6:00 PM. Among the Thorns: Ticket purchase required to attend.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 26/06/2026

Each month, I offer a live, virtual class for members of my Patreon at the Live-streaming classes tier and above. This month, we're talking about which POV is right for your story. Join us on Monday, June 29 at 8 PM ET at members.maryrobinettekowal.com. I also offer a 7-day free trial.

Live-streaming Patreon Class with Mary Robinette Kowal: Which POV is the right one? members.maryrobinettekowal.com. Monday, June 29 at 8 PM ET.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 23/06/2026

I'm excited to be an instructor for the February 4-6, 2027 Superstars Writing Seminar in Colorado Springs, CO. Register before September 30, and save $100. Learn more: superstarswriting.com

Mary Robinette Kowal is coming to Superstars Writing, February 4-6, 2027 in Colorado Springs. Register at superstarswriting.com.

Mary Robinette Kowal is the USA Today Bestselling author of the Lady Astronaut series and the Glamourist Histories. Her novel The Calculating Stars won the Hugo, Nebula, and Locus awards. She received the Astounding Award for Best New Writer, and multiple Hugos. A professional puppeteer for over twenty years, Kowal shares this craft expertise as a core cast member of the Hugo-winning podcast Writing Excuses. Kowal served as President of SFWA and is an accomplished audiobook narrator. At home, she explores communication with her cat, Elsie, who uses buttons to "talk." She also has an asteroid named after her. Superstarswriting.com.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 22/06/2026

What's right for your story? 1st person? 3rd? Multiple POVs? How do you decide which character’s eyes to show a particular scene through? On Monday, June 29 at 8 PM ET, Live-streaming Classes Patreon members will explore some exercises to put theory into practice. members.maryrobinettekowal.com

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 18/06/2026

Denver, come welcome @jenniferklambert.bsky.social and celebrate her newest title, Among the Thorns, with me on July 16 at the Tattered Cover East Colfax location. I'm delighted to be her conversation partner. Ticket purchase required and comes with the book. maryrobinettekowal.com/events/jenni...

Jennifer K. Lambert with Mary Robinette Kowal (celebrating the publication of Lambert's Among the Thorns). Tattered Cover Book Store, 2526 East Colfax Ave., Denver, CO. Thursday, July 16, 2026, 6:00 PM. Ticket purchase required to attend.

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 12/06/2026

Sublimation by @isabel.kim is one of the most powerful debut novels I've ever had the pleasure to read. It began blowing my mind from the first page as it explores self and the way memory and experience shapes us. It's about diaspora and regret and longing. In this version of our world, when...(1/3)

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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com · 11/06/2026

Working on your story, know it has a problem, but unsure what it is or how to address it? Learn to pinpoint weaknesses, interpret reader feedback, and identify solutions in this on-demand virtual class. After enrolling for $30, you can start immediately members.maryrobinettekowal.com/shop/diagnos...

Diagnosing Story Problems: An on-demand class for writers by Mary Robinette Kowal

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