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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 42m

Look, I don't recommend impulse buying a whole cat. However, in this case, it was probably my best idea ever. In a long time. Only get a cat if you are prepared, but also know that the shelters are overflowing right now.

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 1h

Dearest readers in the UK and the EU, NETHERFORD HALL is now available on Kindle Unlimited! Austen-inspired, sapphic comedy of manners and magic! Witches, werewolves, vampires, and romance in Regency England. Link: www.amazon.co.uk/Netherford-H...

A promo graphic with the cover of Netherford Hall that reads, Now on Kindle Unlimited in the UK and EU.

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 12h

Silas says good night. He recommends sleeping in a sunbeam, long naps in your favorite corner, and zoomies. (Salem also says good night. She’s recommends finding your own comfy enclosure.)

A gorgeous Lynx point Siamese cat looking up at the photographer, ears slightly askew.

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 18h

We had a lot of playtime today, including chasing the catnip fishes and cuddling with me. Also some choice zoomies. We also played RIGHT NEAR SALEM. And she was cool.

A lynx point siamese cat curled in a ball

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 18h

We had a lot of playtime today, including chasing the catnip fishes and cuddling with me. Also some choice zoomies. We also played RIGHT NEAR SALEM. And she was cool.

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 22h

The human species is super good at making one another suffer.

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

The emails from the shelter are so funny. Chaos was Silas’s shelter name and couldn’t be more unlike him! (Maybe the picture works this time?)

Congratulations on welcoming Chaos into your home! During the first few days, it's important to remember that you're both adjusting to life together.

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Olivia Waite @oliviawaite.com · 30/09/2026

Also, as someone who writes historical romance novels about weavers and embroiderers and fabric arts — THERE AREN’T MACHINE-MADE CLOTHES, JCO, learn something some damn time!

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Fun fact: emergency rooms still suck. Dad has been here since 5am and still isn’t even in a room.

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

It’s sunbeam o’clock here. Silas is doing his blue steel face.

A gorgeous lynx point Siamese cat looking forward, lit but the sun

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Axel says his favorite player is whoever’s going to throw the ball.

The world’s cutest golden retriever peeking over a blanket on my knees

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Silas really likes this spot on the cat tree. He also had some really choice zoomies earlier today. His purr is super deep and soothing, and he’s pretty chirpy for a male.

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Michael G. Williams 🏳️‍🌈 @mcmanlypants.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Option B: a world in which queer people grow up and live their lives without bigotry being the norm. (My favorite, @natania.bsky.social's Love in Netherford, makes passing mention that there are bigots out there but literally everyone else thinks the bigots are complete freaks.)

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Kitty connections are going much better this morning. <3

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

I have not forgotten about Salem. She is a bit on strike. But she’s coming around to things. I am spending lots of time with her and giving her Churu many times a day as she learns to cope with this gross invasion of her entire world.

The cutest tuxedo torbie on the planet, who looks like a perpetual kitten.

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

I am pretty sure I knew Silas in another life. 😳

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Martha Wells @marthawells.com · 24/09/2026

Behold, the prelaunch is open for the graphic novel of The Murderbot Diaries: All Systems Red!

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Does C.L. Polk write books specifically for me? Of course not. BUT IT FEELS THAT WAY. All their books are incredible. Go forth. Celebrate birthday.

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Silas, asleep on a coffee mug, in a sunbeam. I’d say he’s managing quite well. I don’t need that notebook anyway…

A lynx point Siamese cat snoozing on a coffee mug.

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Silas has discovered Churu. His mind is blown.

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

In absence of Salem not being a total bitch (she is calming down, she's just had her entire life rocked), [still playtesting names] has discovered TOYS HERE. OMG SO MANY TOYS. This is the best. Also, hi, Mom, are you working? I like your lap. And also what is coffee?

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

We had our first cat tiff and it was 100% Salem being a goblin. She is now holding court in the cat tree, and [name to be determined] is being polite and open and curious. But for now she is refusing Churu.

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

For those inquiring about the new kitty’s (name still loading) toe beans, the eldest snapped this most excellent evidence. Pink and black. Smoky almost. 🥹🥹🥹

Grey kitty paws with pink and black toe beans

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Sometimes the universe does you a solid. ✅ litter box success ✅ immediate lap cuddles ✅ eating and drinking Salem is about 30% less goblin today. The Churu is helping. But she’s also understanding I can pet two at once.

A magnificent lynx point Siamese cat sitting in the author’s lap

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

A fine first day for this impossibly handsome fellow. Salem is all hiss and no bite or swiping, but she’s starting to understand what a cat is. And he’s so laid back, he’s just chilling on the cat tree letting her have her moment. My witch tower is now at capacity. ❤️❤️❤️

The handsome new fella, a lynx point Siamese cwt with big blue eyes and a pink nose

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

We have agreed that Loki is not the right name. He is too kind and chill. So, we are debating.

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

One more. Because he’s just so handsome.

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Meet Loki Aurelius Barron, First of his Name. Lord of the Library. Three years old. We think a mix of Bengal and Siamese and regular shorthair. Crystalline blue eyes, and the biggest sweetie.

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Meet Loki Aurelius Barron, First of his Name. Lord of the Library. Three years old. We think a mix of Bengal and Siamese and regular shorthair. Crystalline blue eyes, and the biggest sweetie.

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Big news coming shortly in the cat department.

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Nurse: “wow, I love your hair.” Me: “thanks, it grows out of my head.” (Wtf, Barron)

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Nurse: “wow, I love your hair.” Me: “thanks, it grows out of my head.” (Wtf, Barron)

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

It’s “screaming baby o’clock” at the ER again. (here with Dad)

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Family news: we have decided to open our home and heart to the cat distribution system. Yes; we are looking for a companion for Salem. 🥹

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Worldbuilding for Masochists @worldbuildcast.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

It's a NEW EPISODE DROP! Behold, Live from Anaheim at LACon/WorldCon! Did we win the Hugo? No! But did we get to hang out together and answer some cool questions: yes. 🍾 worldbuildingformasochists.podbean.com/e/episode-19...

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Episode 190: Live from Anaheim! | Worldbuilding for Masochists

This episode was recorded during LACon V / WorldCon 2026 in Anaheim! At the time of recording, we had about 32 hours left of being Schrodinger's Hugo Finalists. Well, we once again did not win -- but ...

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the #BookSky account 💙📚 @booksky.club · 08/06/2025

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Project Gutenberg @gutenberg.org · 24/09/2026

Lessons for the 21st century from a 200‑year‑old book by ‘Frankenstein’ author Mary Shelley by Eileen Hunt theconversation.com/lessons-for-... The Last Man by Mary Shelley at PG: www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/18247 #books #literature #postapocalypitic

The Last Man 1st ed title page.

First edition title page of "The Last Man" by Mary Shelley, credited only as "The Author of Frankenstein." Published in three volumes by Henry Colburn, London, 1826. Includes a Milton epigraph.

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

It’s apparently #BiVisibilityDay. Hello. 👋 I am seen. (Also, if you’ve literally read any book I’ve ever written, this is the least surprising thing you’ve ever heard.)

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

It’s apparently #BiVisibilityDay. Hello. 👋 I am seen. (Also, if you’ve literally read any book I’ve ever written, this is the least surprising thing you’ve ever heard.)

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

My annoying cold update is that I took a real day off today and fell back asleep. I am still making noises that can only be compared to the sounds of a frustrated goose. 🪿 the goal is to chill and do next to nothing and try and get my body back on track

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

I LOVE TALKING ABOUT BUILDING CITIES.

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Look, immune system, I really don’t need this reminder of my own fragility. I am more than aware, okay? (Moving to Aleve here, folks. Plus even. More. Tea.)

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Natania Barron ~ Fantasy Author @natania.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Things I say in the @worldbuildcast.bsky.social planning Discord: "That way I can talk about weather AND plagues!"

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