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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

The first issue of After Midnight Literary Magazine is now out and my short story, “The Big Fish Story” is in it. I hope you’ll give it a read. And while you’re at it, read the other stories and poems. It’s a wonderful collection. aftermidnightlitmag.com/2026/09/29/t...

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The Big Fish Story

There are three things a minor is not allowed to do in Freefall County, Tennessee. One: drink hooch. Two: view pornography. And…

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

I’m pleased to announce that my comic/horror tall tale, “The Big Fish Story” will appear in the new literary magazine, After Midnight, premiering in October.

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Crooked Spine Press @crookedspinepress.com · 02/07/2026

Issue two: Wet Country is now open for submissions. Link in bio. The theme for this issue is folk horror and water. Let’s keep the presses bleeding 🩸 crookedspinepress.com/submissions

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

It was a privilege the other night to have one of my older short films be included in this old vaudeville theater for the first of a monthly showcase of local filmmakers dating back to 1936.

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

The garden was nice, but sadly gave me few ideas of any substance.

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 28/08/2025

Abraham Lincoln was the 1st president to be assassinated. He was also the 1st president to be embalmed. AND he was the 1st and only president to have a multi-state open casket traveling funeral. AND THEY ALL WENT WRONG! Read all about it in my historical fiction / political satire.

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

Afraid of losing power I cut my writing short today due to the thunder storms and strong winds. It’s oddly soothing.

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

Well if you have 44 minutes and want to listen to me talk about my latest novel, among other things, feel free to have a listen. justincasewedie.com/2025/07/09/j...

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

This sweet little girl has been following me around from room to room all day. Big steps for this rescue cat that has been afraid of men ever since we found her barely alive in a ditch three years ago.

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

Four male ducks just outside my yard. Must be poker night.

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 01/06/2025

Flawed heroes. Multiple villains. The infancy of science. History you never learned in school. And all true. Sort of. Attention Readers - the funeral train awaits.

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K.L. Anderson @klandersonland.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

One good thing every day Day 108: seeing this short story published today. It doesn’t matter to me that nobody gave my original post any love. I’m reposting it anyway! #OneGoodThing #shortstory #skywriters #fiction

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D. J. Runnels — author 📚💙 @djrunnels.bsky.social · 26/05/2025

“Comedic brilliance.” “Razor sharp jibes.” 👉🏼Has ranked 141 or better in humor categories. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Dead Edna by D. J. Runnels. 💀 Ghost mystery satire about American greed. And the occasional marshmallow. Amazon.com/dp/B0C63RZM9V 📚⚡️ #litfic 📚🖋️ 📚🔎💀

A description of the thought that went in to the cover design of the book Dead Edna by D. J. Runnels. The author designed the cover based on a photo she took.

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

This is Major Henry Rathbone. He is one of the supporting characters in my latest novel, “Abraham Lincoln’s Traveling Medicine Show.” Did you know he’s considered one of the most forgotten men in history?

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

I’m currently in the regrouping, marketing phase after finishing my third novel. So not quite back to the “writing regularly” mode. But best of luck to those that are. Your voice, and the stories you tell are important and needed.

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

A couple of minor characters in my novel are prostitutes. But the real whores in the story are the politicians. Kind of like real life.

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

I never thought I would love this collection of stories as much as I did. What a wonderful peek into the 1930’s. Despite their age, most of these stories felt extremely modern.

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 04/05/2025

It's here. Paperback available on Amazon. I'm looking into other options as well. Available everywhere on ebook. I hope you'll consider giving this book a read. I'm very proud of it and confident you will enjoy it.

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 30/04/2025

One of the things I love about being an indie writer is I can fly under the radar of the book banners. While the notoriety may add some readers, I'm more thrilled that my novels are available to all so the reader can form their own opinions. Maybe I'll open an eye or two. Or at least entertain.

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

With my third novel releasing next month, here is a sneak peek at the front and back cover.

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

Here's a sneak peek at the cover of my third novel, designed by my good friend, Joe Taylor. It's a Historical Fiction / Political Satire. I can't wait to share this with all who are interested. Soon.

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

Not sure how this happened, but I have found myself reading 4 books at the same time. All vastly different from each other.

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

On this date 160 years ago, President Abraham Lincoln died in a boarding house across the street from Ford’s Theatre where he had been shot 9 hours earlier. And that’s just the beginning. Coming in May, my third novel, “Abraham Lincoln’s Traveling Medicine Show.”

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K.L. Anderson @klandersonland.bsky.social · 12/04/2025

One good thing every day Day 60: Is it a good thing if my book is substantially marked down on Amazon? Who can say? Also available at less morally suspect booksellers. And a few libraries! #OneGoodThing #OGTED

Book - But First You Need a Plan by K.L. Anderson, sticking up from a patch of candytuft.

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

This novel by indie author @dh-schleicher.bsky.social defies genre so I can only categorize it as FANTASTIC. At times devastating, often relatable, and oddly optimistic. This is one solid, smart read.

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 02/04/2025

I know there's a lot going on right now in the world that has many distracted and depressed. And believe me, I'm one of them. But as I finish the last tweaking of my third novel, I will warn you, I'm going to be talking about it. It's literally the only thing that's keeping me going these days.

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K.L. Anderson @klandersonland.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

In case you missed my most recent short story when it came out. TW: infertility

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

It’s always a sure sign my creative juices are flowing, when ole Greta decides she wants to play with me all day. Will NOT be dedicating my book to her. 😂😂

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

I had wanted my current WIP - an historical fiction / political satire, taking place during the Lincoln assassination, to be ready to publish today (Lincoln's birthday). It was wishful thinking, but I'm not rushing this one. Too much potential. Soon. I hope.

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 09/02/2025

Looks like a good day to rewatch some of these.

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Deleted every single word I wrote yesterday. But today has been much more productive.

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

It was hard to focus on writing today but still managed to start my next chapter. We’ll see tomorrow how much of it I will actually keep.

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D. J. Runnels — author 📚💙 @djrunnels.bsky.social · 01/02/2025

This is brilliant.

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

As I work on the final chapters of my third novel, here’s a look at my first one.

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 26/01/2025

I followed this indie author over on the old bird app. Today I’m starting his book.

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

Just finished this from indie author, @erinlouis666.bsky.social. While more pulp than noir, it’s a fun quick read. If you like your crime novels full of gangsters, crooked cops, and strippers that DO NOT have hearts of gold, this sleazy tale of lust and killing should keep you turning the pages.

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 13/01/2025

A lot of research has been done on my current WIP, which is historical fiction / political satire. But these three books have been the most useful.

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

Well it looks like my day will be writing and shoveling. And hopefully, a little reading.

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 08/01/2025

So many new friends here. What you can expect from me are post about writing my current WIP, books I've recently read, a cat picture or two, indie authors I've enjoyed, random thoughts, tales from my past, goals for my future, and an occasional plug of my own novels.

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

I’m planning to be more active on here in the future and hope to connect more with all you writers and readers.

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miketrippiedi.bsky.social @miketrippiedi.bsky.social · 04/12/2024

Anybody want me for the holidays? I mean my novels.

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