Reposted by NuraSarah Nicolas @sarahnfisk.bsky.social · 24/09/2025There really is a George Orwell quote for everything right now: If people cannot write well, they cannot think well, and if they cannot think well, others will do their thinking for them. 314838
Reposted by Nuralit agent tasneem motala @seraphecda.bsky.social · 25/09/2025here's a list of brands to boycott if you support a FREE PALESTINE 🍉 some are low impact, some are high impact, and some are definitely easier to boycott than others. if you're just starting to figure this boycott stuff out, start slow and give yourself grace 💜 boycott-israel.org/boycott.htmlboycott-israel.orgBoycott Israel - A Simple Boycott ListA simple boycott list of Israeli and global firms active in Israel, guiding purchases to pressure the government and uphold international law. 1126
Reposted by Nura#DVpit - Diverse Voices Pitch @dvpit.bsky.social · 15/09/2025Less than a month until #DVpit, a pitch event for marginalized creators looking to find an agent & get traditionally published! Here's a reminder of the rules! For more guidelines & info go to dvpit.carrd.co See you all at DVpit on October 8th, 2025! #writersky #booksky 4203102
Reposted by NuraWriting Day Workshops @writingdaywksp.bsky.social · 01/08/2025Quick Tips for Improving Your Writing, especially when you’re feeling a lack of depth or authenticity within your characters. Use these quick tips to help you identify the issues you may be facing, and see if we can help you crack the code! #writingadvice #writingcommunity #writingtips #writing 031
Reposted by NuraWriting Day Workshops @writingdaywksp.bsky.social · 30/06/2025So you've had the Call with an agent and they've offered you representation - or perhaps you have more than one offer. What are a few things you should consider before making your decision? 🧵 184
Nura @nur-a.bsky.social · 01/07/2025Writing a thriller is so much more fun than I expected. I really never thought I’d delve into this genre. #thrillernovel #authorsofbsky #writersofbsky #booksky 040
Reposted by Nura#DVpit - Diverse Voices Pitch @dvpit.bsky.social · 02/06/2025Have questions about #DVpit? Check out our FAQ page: dvpit.carrd.co#faqdvpit.carrd.coDVpitpitch event for creators from marginalized communities. 1218
Reposted by Nura#DVpit - Diverse Voices Pitch @dvpit.bsky.social · 02/06/2025DVpit is officially coming back on October 8th, 2025 and we have over 50 agents and editors excited to participate. Follow this account for all announcements and check out dvpit.carrd.co for more details and information! #dvpit #writersky #booksky #weneeddiversebooks 9286165
Reposted by NuraWriting Day Workshops @writingdaywksp.bsky.social · 14/06/2025Let's talk red and yellow flags for literary agents! Here's a handy graphic to a few key warning signs - further explanations in thread. As usual, a disclaimer that this is @keslupo.bsky.social's educated opinion! 🧵 182
Reposted by NuraAya Khalil @ayakhalilauthor.bsky.social · 23/04/2025Imagine being invited to speak about your book about censorship & book banning but then asked not to mention Palestine. 151
Reposted by Nura#DVpit - Diverse Voices Pitch @dvpit.bsky.social · 17/04/2025Marginalized creators! Polish up those manuscripts, #DVPit returns October 2025 on bluesky with over 40 participating agents and editors! #booksky #writersky 15487270
Nura @nur-a.bsky.social · 14/04/2025“Can you believe this is *insert American city*, not BAGHDAD!!” Americans say after destroying Baghdad. 010
Reposted by Nura#DVpit - Diverse Voices Pitch @dvpit.bsky.social · 11/04/2025Stay tuned... #DVPit #writersky #booksky 12305104
Nura @nur-a.bsky.social · 30/03/2025Any Canadian authors with fantasy novels coming out in 2025? I’m looking to expand my never ending TBR list. #writingcommunity #authors #authorsofbluesky #canadianauthors #canada 010
Nura @nur-a.bsky.social · 19/03/2025Writers of Bluesky, I need some advice on getting out of a writing slump. Please share your tried and true methods! #WritersofBlueSky #WritingCommunity 000
Nura @nur-a.bsky.social · 11/03/2025A dark fantasy written by a Canadian author? I cannot get my hands on this quick enough. Congratulations @zipitelle.bsky.social on your debut book birthday! 131
Nura @nur-a.bsky.social · 10/03/2025Authors, I would love to hear about the happiest moment in your writing journey. Whether is the scene that makes your heart swell, or the call with the agent. What is that moment for you so far in your journey? #writingcommunity #authorsofbluesky #amquerying 010
Nura @nur-a.bsky.social · 08/03/2025Authors and writers, what’s the question you love to be asked most? #writingcommunity #amquerying 010
Nura @nur-a.bsky.social · 06/03/2025Has anyone recently rewritten their entire novel? Did it truly end up better the second time around? #writingcommunity #booksky #amquerying 361
Reposted by NuraPragmatic Mom @pragmaticmom.bsky.social · 17/02/2025Newly Updated! 60 Physical and Developmental Challenge Books for Kids buff.ly/2XkXBCx via Mia Wenjen #ReadYourWorld #Disability #KidLitbuff.ly60 Physical and Developmental Challenge Books for Kids - Pragmatic Mom58 Physical and Developmental Challenge Books for Kids including topics such as disability and neurodiversity. 0116
Reposted by NuraWaterways @waterways-project.bsky.social · 14/02/2025What about rivers makes them so heavenly? In Mandaeism, a gnostic faith from Iraq that reveres John the Baptist, rivers are nourished by heaven and their 'living water' used in weekly baptism rituals Although holding many rivers sacred, its holy book often describes Iraq's Euphrates as 'heavenly' 02810
Nura @nur-a.bsky.social · 12/02/2025This is one of the nicest illustrations I’ve seen for kid lit, and especially pleased to see this from a Canadian artist! 110
Reposted by NuraDebbie Ridpath Ohi @debbieohi.com · 09/02/2025To #KidLit ILLUSTRATORS seeking representation: Pls reply with ONE post that incl. a #KidLitArt image (include alt-text), link to your online portfolio and/or IG, other info if you can fit it in ONE post. (***READ INSTRUCTIONS before replying 👇🏼***) debbieohi.com/2025/02/are-... 10618381
Nura @nur-a.bsky.social · 08/02/2025#WritersofBlueSky how many WIPs do you have in progress right now? If you have more than one, how do you decide where to you dedicate your writing time? #BookSky 130
Reposted by NuraKathryn Mockler @themockler.bsky.social · 03/02/2025Big shout out to all the writers and activists who made this happen! 👏 👏👏 0207
Reposted by Nurayipeng ge 葛义朋 @yipengge.bsky.social · 27/01/2025Wow. Witnessing Palestinians walking and returning to what remains of their homes in northern Gaza, is the beginning of the undoing of the structure and process of the ongoing Nakba. May all Palestinians get their right to return and liberation from Zionist occupation. 05410
Reposted by NuraXiran Jay Zhao @xiranjayzhao.bsky.social · 07/02/2025Saint Seiya / Knights of the Zodiac fandom - I am auctioning this Aquarius Camus God Cloth EX figure to raise $ for G-z-n families! Pls spread this post in the fandom to reach ppl who might be interested! I know Saint Seiya isn't big in the anglosphere but it's huge everywhere else. 429295
Reposted by NuraDarling Axe Editing @darlingaxe.com · 05/02/2025If you've done much research into the "art" of the query letter, you may have noticed many (often conflicting) recommendations. However, if you look at some successful query samples, you’ll find many of them break a “rule” or two. A thread 🧵🪓 #writingcommunity #amqueryingmedia.tenor.coma purple cartoon character is giving a peace sign and has the word querying written above itAlt: a purple cartoon character is giving a peace sign and has the word querying written above it 47724
Nura @nur-a.bsky.social · 06/02/2025Looking for more Canadian writers, especially those writing diverse fantasy novels! #writersofbluesky #amquerying 040
Reposted by NuraGert Ramm 🦋 @rammwriter.bsky.social · 02/02/2025Next pitch event is #questpit on Feb 12th, the same day as #MSWL day. It's a bonanza!! #miserypit #2025pit #bluepit #P2Ppit #youdeservepit 53318
Nura @nur-a.bsky.social · 03/02/2025Quick question LitAgents and #WritersofBlueSky, are there ever any virtual or in person events for live pitching novels to agents and editors, out loud, in true elevator pitch fashion? #AmQuerying #LitPub #YAFantasy 140
Nura @nur-a.bsky.social · 03/02/2025We need more fantasy novels based in the Mesopotamian Marshes, especially from Marsh Iraqi writers. As a Marsh Arab writing a fantasy novel inspired by Sumerian lore and the marshes, I look forward to the day more Marsh Arabs write our stories and reclaim our history. Best of luck on your debut. 141
Nura @nur-a.bsky.social · 03/02/2025One of the most historic places on earth, the very waters that gave life to the invention of agriculture. The Mesopotamian Marshes. Home before home. 043
Nura @nur-a.bsky.social · 03/02/2025#WritersofBluesky I’m new here, my name is Nur and I’m a Marsh Arab writer living in Canada. Law is my day job, writing is my passion. I mostly write fantasy and poetry, with the occasional thriller. #writingcommunity #amquerying #fantasyindiefebruary 0121
Nura @nur-a.bsky.social · 22/01/2025Starting all over again, from page one. This book will be something. 020
