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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

AND the wonderful folks @bookshop.org are offering the eBook of How to Defend Books & Why for *free* for #BannedBooksWeek Grab yours here: bookshop.org/lists/banned...

a screenshot of the bookshop.org landing page, focused on Banned Books Week: Read One of These Free eBooks. The cover image features the book How to Defend Books and Why

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

@silentbookclub.bsky.social and @libro.fm are organizing a series of read-ins to bring community together in the name of reading and combating censorship. Folks who attend one of these read-ins can get a copy of the audiobook of How to Defend Books & Why For more info: blog.libro.fm/banned-books...

text: silent book club & librofm, Banned Books Read-In, join a read-in near you to protest book bans! Visit @librofm for more. Attendees wil receive a free audiobook copy of How to Defend Books and why

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

But! There are so many things you can do to help combat book bans, protect the right to read, and educate your community. Want a good place to start? Check out "How to Defend Books & Why" by @dannycaine.com And for #BannedBooksWeek, we have two ways you can get the book FREE below 👇

title of book, how to defend books and why, superimposed over a large bookshelf full of books.

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

It's #BannedBooksWeek, y'all By now, we don’t need to tell you about the alarming rise of book bans and challenges sweeping the country, specifically targeting books about folks in the margins. (It’s probably not a coincidence that it’s happening right alongside the rise of fascism, you know?)

a banner image of a book with a rainbow coming out of it, with text surrounding it reading "fight fascism, defend books, october 4-10 is banned books week"

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

In a time of upheaval and uncertainty, chaos magick is a spiritual path to finding the peace you crave, exploring and embracing your gender and sexuality, and living your life to the fullest and brightest. Now in stock: Queer Chaos Magick Find it at microcosm.pub/queerchaosmagick

The front cover of "Queer Chaos Magick: A Practical Pagan Path for Times of Change", which has the title text laid over a purple background full of illustrations of pagan symbolism and rainbow imagery

an inner spread photo of Queer Chaos Magick, with the left page showing an illustrated hand under a moon phase diagram, and the right page being the first page of Chapter 5: Finding Your True Queer Will

The back cover of Queer Chaos magick, with summary text about the book's focus on changing your life, and living as your queerest, most magical self

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

The 2027 Slingshots are now in stock! More than just a calendar/date book, the Slingshot includes a contact list of radical leftist groups, menstrual calendar, info on police repression, extra note pages for all your revolutionary ideas, & more Get 'em while we've got 'em: microcosm.pub/slingshots

three planner/organizers with cool illustrations of a bird and a cyclist surround the text "the organizer's organizer- 2027 slingshots are here"

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

10) Magellanic Woodpecker x Henry & Glenn Forever and Ever That? That's a bird that listens to Black Flag and Misfits and then reads the comic about them being in a ridiculous relationship microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/book...

a photo of an extremely cool looking woodpecker that is all black with a black crest, and a bit of red around its beak. it would fit right in at a punk show

the cover of Henry & Glenn Forever and Ever, featuring the title characters at a punk show

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

9) Raven x Rot & Roll: Natural Burial and the Funeral-Industrial Complex Quoth the raven, "green burial is a sustainable alternative to cremation or embalming that doesn't leech chemicals into the earth" microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/zine...

Title text depicted in black silhouette of a gravestone over a background of macabre cartoon illustrations.

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

8) Eastern Phoebe x Nature Names Queer person looking for a good new nature name? Birds are a GREAT place to start, or this zine from Microcosm's own Ivy Zeller microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/zine...

Illustrated leaves of different teal and green colors on a dark teal background, with the title on a background of colors evoking the trans pride flag.

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

7) Chimney Swift x Household Hiding Places & How to Make Them They love a good hiding place. (I love chimney swifts. They're cool, always flying, and also populations are declining rapidly because we've moved away from chimneys.) microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/zine...

Zine cover featuring photograph of winding staircase positioned behind an old bookshelf.

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

6) Lovebirds x Cards for Couples Because even the happiest lovebirds can up their communication skills microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/deck...

a pair of bright orange and green birds sitting on a branch

an orange and brown game box called "cards for couples"

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

5) Rufous Hummingbird x You Look Very Nice Today Because he DOES look very nice today!!! microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/stic...

a photo of a rufous hummingbird, a little orange bird with a red throat

photo of a sticker reading "you look very nice today" on a blue bike rack

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

#4) Cedar Waxwing x Punk Women LOOK at that crest! The eye black! She's ready to put on a SHOW. microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/book...

a photo of a cedar waxwing on a branch, probably about to eat those berries

the cover of Punk Women, with an illustration of a punk women's group performing

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Bougainville Moustached Kingfisher x Burning Rage of a Dying Planet Partially chosen because of the environmentalism, but also because look at that gorgeous orange head with the blue eye bars that matches the cover microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/book...

a screenshot depicting a bird with a hella good orange head, blue eye bar, and blue body, plus the website text describing the bougainville moustached kingfisher

a book cover with an illustration of a person in a ski mask in front of a burning building

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

@billie.bookstoreromanceday.org: "But what is the (very nonplussed) pigeon reading?" Pigeon x Getting Over It: When Other People are Total Assholes microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/zine...

a close up crop of the pigeon from the first post, looking very blurry and unbothered by the screaming goose above it

a green zine with children jumping over a small tree.

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

It's Friday and I'm punchy 1 like = 1 Bird + Microcosm item pairing (You can also request birds) To start: goose x fuck you microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/stic...

a photo of a canada goose running, next extended, probably out to harass someone. there is a pigeon next to it

an illustration of a book with the cover "fuck you I won't do what you tell me"

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

What makes a book sell? And does Amazon REALLY have the market share on book sales? Jim Hanas of the Small Press Insights Dashboard is back this week to talk to Joe and Elly about their favorite thing... data!

orange background with white text that reads "a people's guide to publishing podcast, how many copies can a book sell? with special guest jim hanas, microcosm.pub/podcast"

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Human made with 100% brain power, an important part of a balanced creative diet. Slap this vinyl sticker on your laptop, sketchbook, or wherever you want to showcase that you do it with your own beautiful brain. This and many more like it at microcosm.pub/stickers

an illustration of a brain on a bike bike, with white text surrounding it reading "human made, no AI used"

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Libraries are a great way to access eBooks, streaming shows, and other types of digital content. But how do those licenses work, and who benefits from them? This week on the pod, industry analyst and friend of the ‘Cosm Guy LeCharles Gonzalez (@loudpoet.com) is back! Microcosm.pub/newpodcast

a blue background with the white text "a people's guide to publishing podcast, Libraries, Publishers, and Ebooks. With special guest, Guy LeCharles Gonzalez"

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Andrew Coltrin (aka @partlyrobot.com), author of "The ADHD FAQ" and "ADHD Coping Skills Deck," joins us on the podcast this week to talk about his journey of getting diagnosed, writing for an ADHD audience, and how understanding of ADHD has changed over time. Microcosm.pub/newpodcast

orange background with white text that reads "a people's guide to publishing podcast, how do you cope with adhd? with special guest andrew coltrin, microcosm.pub/podcast"

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

A few years ago, during the Penguin Random House/Simon and Schuster merger trial, a claim was made that most books only sell around 12 copies. But if you listen to this podcast, you know statistics are rarely that cut and dry. So where did that stat come from? Microcosm.pub/newpodcast

purple background with white text that reads "a people's guide to publishing podcast, do most books only sell 12 copies? with special guest jane friedman, microcosm.pub/podcast"

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

How to Defend Books and Why by @dannycaine.com made the Indie Top 40! Thanks for believing in the power of books and the need to protect the freedom to read. Find copies at your local bookstore, libraries, or at microcosm.pub/defendbooks

a screenshot of the indie top 40 bestseller list, with most titles being illegibly small. Number 31 is highlighted in a larger box, showcasing How to Defend Books and Why: Book Bans and How We Fight Them, by danny caine

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

I am fucking magical. Like air, I inhale my own worth and exhale ableist bullshit. Find affirmations, rituals, and prompts like these (and more!) in the Disabled Witchcraft Oracle Deck. Microcosm.pub/Kickstarter

screenshots of two cards from the disabled witchcraft oracle deck. Both cards are maroon, with white borders with colorful circles and some stars around the border. The text, in elaborate teal script, reads "i am fucking magical. how have you infused emphatic whimsy into everyday life?" and "like air, I inhale my own worth and exhale ableist bullshit. how can you connect with air today through the senses and resources available to you? how can you remember your worth and expel ableist assumptions today?"

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Daley Farr, is back on the pod this week with Joe and Elly to talk about marketing, why knowing your target audience is better than just getting into Target, and how the media landscape is changing. Microcosm.pub/newpodcast

white text on an orange background that reads "a people's guide to publishing podcast, getting your book into target vs knowing your target audience" with the link microcosm.pub/podcast

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

We’ve got a fun one for you today, folks! @partlyrobot.com, aka Andrew Coltrin, aka author of “The ADHD FAQ” joins Joe, Elly, and Bernie on the pod this week to talk about his latest book, neurodivergence, and finding what works for you (diagnosed or not). Microcosm.pub/NewPodcast

text: a people's guide to publishing podcast, how do you manage adhd?, with "adhd faq author andrew coltrin"

image: Elly Blue of Microcosm Publishing sits next to Andrew Coltrin, laughing. both wear hats, glasses, and neutral-colored clothing.

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

This week on the pod, Jane Friedman of The Bottom Line is back to talk to Joe and Elly about trendspotting, marketing, rights, and other things that go into consideration when a publisher might want to bring a book back into print! Full episode at microcosm.pub/newpodcast

white text on a teal background that reads "how do you put a book back into print w/jane friedman", next to a screenshot of a woman with pale skin and curly dark hair in front of a microphone

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Weird way to kick off Zine Month, but we learned that "Learning Good Consent" was part of the "proof" of "terrorist nature" in the Prairieland Evidence. Because of course this administration sees knowledge of consent as a threat. microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/book...

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

With... -Empowering advice and hacks that Friday uses in her own life and practice. -Weekly schedules -Rituals to help you make the world a better place. -Suggested spells, meditations, and rituals to honor each season of your life. -Herbal recipes for your altar and your kitchen table.

Two pages from the practical witch's almanac 2027, one (not fully readable) that has the headline "turn your panic into power" and the other a grid calendar of sept 2027, with lunar phases highlighted, important holidays, and lines to add your own notes

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

For queer folks, choosing a name can be a sacred form of self-expression, but most of the naming resources out there are cishet-focused. Explore this tender A to Z collection of gender-neutral nature names and see if you find one that feels like You. microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/zine...

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Ivy Nyx Zeller
Nature Names, from Ash to Zephyr for Queer, Trans, and Nonbinary People
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A cover of a zine that is dark blue, with light blue art of leaves, with the title text in white on a trans flag

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

This week on the pod, industry analyst and friend of the 'Cosm, Guy LeCharles Gonzalez (@loudpoet.com), joins Joe and Elly to talk about why publishers and libraries are pitted against each other, licensing, and how Baker and Taylor's closure factors in. Full episode on microcosm.pub/newpodcast

green background with white text reading "a people's guide to publishing podcast, how do libraries affect book sales? with Guy LeCharles Gonzalez"

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

What kind of appliance do you resonate with? Spark a sense of whimsy at the dinner table, bust out this deck to liven up a party, draw a card as a creative prompt for your art, or get to know your date in ways they never saw coming. Never have a boring conversation again! Microcosm.pub/Ghost

A photo of three cards from a deck, and the deck box, on a blue background. the deck box is gold text on a black and purple background, reading "if you were a ghost, what would you haunt?." Card one describes playing the game by drawing a card and having a conversation with friends. Cards two and three are white text on a black background and gold border, with one card asking "What event would you like to be accidentally invited to" and "if you were running an election, what would your slogan be?"

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

This week on the pod, J. Hunter Bennett, author of “More Punk than the Public Library” joins Joe and Elly to talk curating Little Free Libraries, writing the books YOU want to read, and why policing other folks’ tastes is anti-punk behavior. Microcosm.pub/newpodcast

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

we did it better AND without AI like, 3 years ago lol microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/stic...

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

You would think that if you publish more books, you’ll make more money. But that’s not always the case! While expanding your title list might feel like the easiest path to profit, you should also factor in staff time and bandwidth, resources, and retailer overwhelm. Microcosm.pub/newpodcast

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

We've been working on something for back of books and other things. Which ones are your faves?

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

📕Do you have experience selling books to specialty retailers, gift shops, and bookstores? 📙Is title curation your superpower? 📔Do you get energized when a new store opens up on your block? 📚If so, check out the application to be our new Sales Specialist! Microcosm.pub/apply

a pink graphic with white text that reads "microcosm is hiring a sales specialist" and "microcosm.pub/apply"

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Sales reps are crucial pieces of the book industry puzzle. They are the the ones who help stores find the titles that fit, give feedback to publishers about their lists, and so much more! This week on the pod, we’re back chatting with sales rep extraordinaire Maureen. Microcosm.pub/newpodcast

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

You open up your inbox and—surprise!— someone wants to turn your book into a movie! All you have to do is pay a small fee. This week on the pod, we talk about the common scams authors and publishers are sent, what to look out for, and how to avoid them. microcosm.pub/newpodcast

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Books should be sold to book stores, right? That’s it? Not really! There are markets for books everywhere, from your local museum gift shop to the gas station around the corner. How do you find these markets, & figure out what types of books sell at what types of stores? Microcosm.pub/Newpodcast

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Now on Kickstarter: Unfuck Your Wellness! Debunk the junk and find remedies that work with the latest from Dr. Faith Harper. Learn to discern between science-backed health strategies and harmful health scams, and find what's right for you! Microcosm.pub/Kickstarter

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Al Carroll is Associate Professor and a former Senior Fulbright Scholar in Indonesia. His latest book is “Indigenous Punk” This week on the pod, Al joins Joe and Elly to talk about Native punk and metal history, his favorite bands (incredible recs galore!). Microcosm.pub/newpodcast

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

My Vag. Your Dick. A perfect order.

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Well what's that? A new Kickstarter from Dr. Faith? Follow at microcosm.pub/kickstarter to learn when it goes live.

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

This has been in the works almost as long as I've been here, and it's just so damn cool. Help us kick the tires and find the bugs over at microcosm.pub, and see all the fun new features

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

So you may have noticed Microcosm looks a liiiittle different... Because we completely revamped the website! New search features, recommendations, easier navigation, but still the same old 'Cosm Learn more over at microcosm.pub/makeover

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

This week on the pod, Joe and Elly talk about what went into the decision to rebuild the front end of our website, the cool new search features, and how we’ve made it even easier for buyers to use. Microcosm.pub/newpodcast

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

The tea-making pros at Harney & Sons have pulled together a 66-card deck and guide to help you learn how to divine your future through reading tea leaves. Usually $30, this week only, snag this deck and guidebook for just $6! microcosm.pub/dealoftheweek

a graphic showing the cover of a book called "how to read tea leaves, a card deck and guidebook for diviniation", the cover is lavender, and has an illustration of a comforting cup of tea. the rest of the graphic advertises the book on sale for $6 at microcosm.pub/dealoftheweek

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Microcosm Publishing @microcosm.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Hey did you know we have a weekly newsletter highlighting the latest and greatest news in the 'Cosm? (Plus, on weeks I'm especially punchy, you get bird facts and puppy pictures.) Subscribe at microcosm.pub/newsletter

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