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WaywardAF 💚♠️🦄🏴‍☠️🏳️‍🌈 @waywardaf.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

FINAL DAY. ONLY 5 DOLLHAIRS! PAY 10 AND GET 2 ENTIRES, 15 AND GET 3 ETC!

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WaywardAF 💚♠️🦄🏴‍☠️🏳️‍🌈 @waywardaf.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

HEY. THERE'S ONLY FOUR ENTRIES YOUR CHANCE IS REALLY GOOD Plus, I'm making the winner a custom frame? What color for the frame itself? Comment the color you think and why! 5 dollars to enter through October 5th!

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Pirate Reading Club @piratereadingclub.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

One last thing for #PirateSummerReadingClub 2026 - we must honor our littlest pirate who had 445 books read to her! Go @michellethestan.bsky.social 's little one! #BabyPirateReadingClub! She's a champ!

Graphic of a flag pole with a flag with a smiling toddler flying from it. A seagull perches on top of the flagpole. In the upper right corner of the graphic it says: PSRC 2026 and under the flag it says: michelle's toddler. The background is warm, sunset colors of pink and orange.

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Alison @alimasin.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Why, yes, I *am* extremely proud of my @piratereadingclub.bsky.social badge for reading 10 books this summer 🥰

A badge with a seagull sitting on a flagpole with the number 10 on it because i read 10 whole books!!!

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Pirate Reading Club @piratereadingclub.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Hello Pirate Readers!!! It is time to let you know STATS and who get the pirate reader crown, and who won the gift card! LET'S GOOOOOO

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Pirate Reading Club @piratereadingclub.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

LAST DAY READERS! I'm closing the form tonight (September 21). Get your books in and show me your library card!! bsky.app/profile/pira...

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Michelle, LiveJournal Stuff @michellethestan.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Finally catching up on logging my #piratereadingclub books. Don't judge 😂 #5 - What Feasts at Night by T. Kingfisher I was really excited to find out that the Sworn Soldier books existed, I thought it was just "What Moves the Dead," which I read awhile ago.

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Michelle, LiveJournal Stuff @michellethestan.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

#6 - What Stalks the Deep by T. Kingfisher I am obsessed with this book. The combination of horror and absurdity and folklore was just perfect. Without giving anything away, the new character introduced was so ridiculously good and strange, I didn't want the story to end.

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Michelle, LiveJournal Stuff @michellethestan.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

#7 - Rabbits by Terry Miles This is the September book for my book club, and I am very excited to finally go to a meeting with a book I enjoyed. This was a very fun and weird adventure with several twists I didn't see coming because of how skillfully I was pulled into K's experience.

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Pirate Reading Club @piratereadingclub.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Hello lovely Pirate Readers! Monday, September 21 is the last day to enter books into the G form and have them count towards badges and the final drawing. I'll take the week to update my spreadsheets and we'll get everything out to you by Sunday the 27th. 🏴‍☠️📚

Color photo of the sun setting. There are some cool clouds that appear to be rippling away from it.
Man, I miss that crappy old phone, the photos were so good. This photo is from 2014, I think.

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😈🔞 imp @improperdepression.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

reading is fun, kids!

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Pirate Reading Club @piratereadingclub.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Hello Pirate Readers!! The blog has been updated and this week's badges sent out. Here's a little thread of info as we reach the end of #PirateReadingClub this summer: piratereadingclub.blogspot.com

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H ✨ @rueforyou.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Some queer academia for what is probably my last @piratereadingclub.bsky.social entry for this year + my library cards (the British Library one is a flex, I have not once used their reading rooms despite my best intentions)

The book blank canvas by Grace Murray. The cover is a white woman with her back turned to the camera, holding her hair in one hand. Poking out the book are thee library cards, one says My Library, one says British Library one the other says Student.

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jonah (fluffy & loveable) @izzyfreak.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

finished a book for the first time in years: “Never Whistle at Night”, an indigenous dark fiction anthology! really loved all of the stories, so many of them stick with you for days after. I think my favorite story is either “The Prepper” by Morgan Talty or “Dead Owls” by Mona Susan Power :]

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Star Swallow ✨🐦‍⬛♠️ @starswallow.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

I DESPERATELY want to share your art and your memes. If you do not use alt text, however, I will not. I cannot! It is not worth it to share something that excludes so many people! PLEASE use alt text; write it in your native language! I'll use a translator! THANK YOU! (Hairy Con for attention tax.)

Blurry, color screen cap of Con O'Neill, shirtless and hairy-chested, throwing his arms up and turning his face up and shouting. He is wearing jorts with a leather belt, standing in front of a yellow camping tent.

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Pirate Reading Club @piratereadingclub.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Thank you all for your patience and care. This old pirate is back with an updated blog and badges for readers! 2 weeks left in #PirateReadingClub! piratereadingclub.blogspot.com

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Space ✨🐙 @spacecadetglowao3.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Book 2: "Captain's Dinner" by Adam Cohen. About the wreck of the Mignonette, which is known as the case that put an end to the tacit condoning of "the custom of the sea". Delves heavily into the legal and ethical battle and how it related to Victorian reforms to protect the vulnerable. Great book!

Book cover of Captain's Dinner: a Shipwreck, an Act of Cannibalism, and a Murder Trial that Changed Legal History, by Adam Cohen. The cover shows the Mignonette lifeboat with four men lost in a stormy sea.

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Space ✨🐙 @spacecadetglowao3.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Book 3: "Moby-Dick" by Herman Melville. I've been chipping away at this (as part of a book club) since December and finally finished! It is a really weird and idiosyncratic book, in a good way. Also unexpectedly funny at times! And gay. People are not joking about that.

The book "Moby-Dick" by Herman Melville. The cover shows a ship and a whaleboat, with a white whale leaping over the water.

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Space ✨🐙 @spacecadetglowao3.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Book 4: "In the Heart of the Sea: the Tragedy of the Whaleship Essex" by Nathaniel Philbrick. Perhaps the quintessential true story of shipwreck and cannibalism at sea. The concept of a vengeful whale inspired Melville to write Moby Dick. Tore through this one! It makes me want to visit Nantucket.

The book "In the Heart of the Sea: the Tragedy of the Whaleship Essex" by Nathaniel Philbrick. The cover shows a stormy sea.

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Space ✨🐙 @spacecadetglowao3.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Book 6: "Pseudotooth" by Verity Holloway. Dreamy portal fantasy that blurs realities, with distinct and unique characters. Themes of illness/disability, trauma, and memory. The kind of lush and vivid sensory descriptions that I love in fiction. Highly recommended!

The book "Pseudotooth" by Verity Holloway. The cover shows a teenage girl with reddish-blonde hair and sad eyes, with a tooth floating between her hands. Water with fish swimming beneath the surface is superimposed over the lower half of her face.

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Space ✨🐙 @spacecadetglowao3.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Book 5: "The Sea Captain's Wife" by Tilar J. Mazzeo. The true story of Mary Ann Patten, who taught herself navigation and medicine on her husband Joshua's clipper. At 19 & pregnant she successfully navigated around Cape Horn in his stead when he fell ill. A heroine of her day, now largely forgotten.

Book "The Sea Captain's Wife" by Tilar J. Mazzeo. It shows a black white portrait of Mary Ann Patten in the silhouette of a sextant, and a clipper ship sailing through icebergs.

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Becky🪼 @killerweasel.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

If someone wants to read Harry Potter, recommend this series instead- Amari and the Night Brothers by B. B. Alston

AMARI AND THE NIGHT BROTHERS

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR
B. B. ALSTON

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florence⚜️ @florenceafter12.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

5⭐️ again, catnip to me, i had SO much fun with this. incredible concept, super well executed, and SO fun. i love the theology of this, and the interpretations of the historical characters are very compelling. knowing the real history made it extra fun and heartbreaking

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bryn @unfunpleasures.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

i had a meeting this evening, but before that, i found out that my friends were all going to get library cards and then go to olive garden, so when my meeting ended early, i, too, went to the library for a new, special nightcrawler card and went to olive garden with them

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H ✨ @rueforyou.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Finishing this month's @piratereadingclub.bsky.social with two books about why going on holiday is a bad idea. Reread TSOA for book club and had just meant to pick it up and skim but it sucked me right back in, started pregrieving around page 50 which was delicious.

A white hand holding two books. The Song of Achilles by Madeleine Miller and The Lost City of Z by David Grann

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Pirate Reading Club @piratereadingclub.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Darling Pirate Readers, life is life-ing this week and I do not have the spoons today to accurately update my spreadsheet and send you your proper badges. Forgive me. I promise to be back in the saddle next weekend. 💚💚💚

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Sad girl lying by carousel

Alt: Sad little girl being dragged by a carousel.

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Alex Zalben @azalben.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Here's the official announcement of Parton's passing from her reps, along with the request that in lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at www.imaginationlibrary.com

NASHVILLE, TN (August 25, 2026) – Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old.

Dolly is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Carl Thomas Dean (1942 – 2025), her mother Avie Lee Caroline Owens (1923 – 2003), and father, Robert Lee Parton, Sr. (1921 – 2000).

A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family. Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact.

At Dolly’s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family. Dolly’s fans and friends from around the world are encouraged to pay tribute to Dolly on social media by tagging @DollyParton or by leaving a message at www.dollyparton.com.

In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at www.imaginationlibrary.com.

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FactPost @factpostnews.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Dolly Parton on funding education and childhood literacy programs: My daddy was the smartest man I have ever known, but I knew his inability to read probably kept him from seeing all of his dreams come true. Inspiring kids to love to read became my mission.

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Thomas Lecaque @tlecaque.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

I started my PhD program with an eight week old at home, sole income being my doctoral stipend, in a history program, in Knoxville, TN. And every month we got a new book to read to my son, free, mailed to us, so my kid, my kids, grew up in rooms full of books even when I had no money. That's Dolly.

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William Shakespeare @shakespeare.lol · 25/08/2026

[Exit Queen.]

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Michelle, LiveJournal Stuff @michellethestan.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Truly, and I know I just said it, but you really cannot fathom how incredible this is until you're in it. How an amazing book appears at your house every month, with reading tips geared to your child's age so you can make the most of each one together. (Which also helps with adult literacy!)

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Michelle, LiveJournal Stuff @michellethestan.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Finally caught up on #babypiratereadingclub! I started cataloging her books in a library app so I can keep track when people ask what we have, and it's been a project. Now I need to catch up on my own #piratereadingclub 😂

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Pirate Reading Club @piratereadingclub.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Hello lovely pirate readers!! The blog is up to date and badges have gone out. Thank you for reading!! Four weeks left! piratereadingclub.blogspot.com

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Jack-Off Week @jasckoffweek.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

LET'S FUCKIN' GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Use 1, 2, or all 3 prompts. Use ALT text if you're postin' an image. Confess some sweet mutiny to me, baby!!

Graphic with a very faint image of Calico Jack in the background, a pink wash over him. Two light beige rectangles contain words: Jack-off Week August 16-22, 2026 Sunday Prompts, Confessions, Mutiny, Sweet. There is a digital drawing of a turquoise cowboy boot with a gold tow, green trim, a sparkling spur and yellow sunflowers on it.

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Jack-Off Week @jasckoffweek.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Remember #JAckOffWeek last time?? Good times...

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Jack-Off Week @jasckoffweek.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

My week starts Sunday! Here are the prompts for a week from today! #JackOffWeek #JOW

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Cap ✨ Polly Cocktail @gentleranium.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

An excellent mail day, thanks to @twolinespress.com. Especially loved this part of the included letter: “This book is exactly the kind of work that we love producing and the kind of work that makes us proud to lose our NEA funding.” Hell yeah.

A photo of a sticker that reads, “READ TRANS POETS”; a copy of Splendor: Trans Poets (translated from various languages); and a letter that reads:

Dear reader,

We could not be more pleased to share our newest book in the Calico series, Splendor: Trans Poets.

Or rather, I am pleased that you, our members, could share this with all of us. This book is exactly the kind of work that we love producing and the kind of work that makes us proud to lose our NEA funding. Thank you for allowing us to continue our work.

Splendor is not meant to be exhaustive, but rather to give a select group of authors the space to showcase the breadth of their work. To give authors a chance to truly speak. Thank you for making this space.

ill nippashi
Marketing Manager

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H ✨ @rueforyou.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

@piratereadingclub.bsky.social I saw this in a book shop a few years ago and 100% judged a book by its cover and boy did it deliver! What a stupid treat. Wasn't really there for the main het romance or character growth (though some lesbians did briefly frot) just enjoyed the campy ride!

The front cover of Fang Fiction by Kate Stayman-London. The image is a stylistic cartoon of a woman reading a book, she has a plaster on her neck with two blood drops trickling down.

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Cap ✨ Polly Cocktail @gentleranium.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

This might sound like a joke but I’m serious. Unless you have to read something for work or school, it’s fine to put it down if it’s not working for you after, say, 50 pages. I think as long as you know a classic’s influence and how it slots into the literary landscape, you’re good.

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Michelle, LiveJournal Stuff @michellethestan.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

We interrupt this #babypiratereadingclub list to remind you to sign up the littles in your life for the Imagination Library if it's active in your area. We absolutely love our Dolly books! imaginationlibrary.com

imaginationlibrary.com

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library | USA, UK, IE, CA, AU

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is a book gifting program that mails free books to children from birth until they begin school in participating areas.

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Pirate Reading Club @piratereadingclub.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

Hello reading pirates! The blog has been updated and this week's badges have gone out. I love your reviews - keep 'em coming! piratereadingclub.blogspot.com

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Michelle, LiveJournal Stuff @michellethestan.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

Gonna do these nested because threads post weirdly on here it seems like. #piratereadingclub #4 - The People's Library by Veronica G Henry This is the August pick for my library book club, and I really wanted to like it more than I did. I really liked the concept, +

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Bookish & Queer @bookishandqueer.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

Delighted to announce our next guest for Bookish & Queer is the best selling @natashapulley.bsky.social! Author of The Watchmaker of Filigree Street, The Lost Future of Pepperharrow, and more, Natasha will be joining us for the panel It’s Not About Narnia: Magic and Queerness in Historical Settings.

Natasha Pulley Guest announcement for Bookish & Queer, an online sci-fi and fantasy literature convention.

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Bookish & Queer @bookishandqueer.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

First up, joining us for our panel The Curators, and bringing the best queer SFF Graphic Novel recommendations, is Tom Buckle the man behind the amazing @proud-geek.co.uk! Tickets available here: www.tickettailor.com/events/siren...

Bookish & Queer.
Online Sci-Fi and Fantasy Literature Convention.
2rd & 4th October 2026.
Guest - The Curators: Booksellers of Queer SFF
Proud Geek - Tom Buckle
Proud Geek is a queer online bookshop that specialises in graphic novels and books with LGBTQ+ characters and narratives. They deliver all over the UK. Sending orders in plain packaging to keep those not out at home safe, and also now sell audiobooks.

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Bookish & Queer @bookishandqueer.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

We are also thrilled to announce that @freyamarske.bsky.social will be joining @natashapulley.bsky.social for our panel on Magic and Queerness in Historical Settings, discussing her international bestselling Last Binding trilogy. Tickets available here: www.tickettailor.com/events/siren...

Bookish & Queer.
Online Sci-Fi and Fantasy Literature Convention.
2rd & 4th October 2026.
Guest - It's Not About Narnia: Magic and Queerness in Historical Settings
Freya Marske
A Marvellous Light
A Restless Truth
A Power Unbound
Sword Crossed
Cinder House

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Bookish & Queer @bookishandqueer.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Get your library card out and your tickets ready for Bookish & Queer, a 2 day online convention brought to you by @siren-events.bsky.social! Immerse yourself in virtual panels where queer science fiction and fantasy authors, artists, booksellers, and more will share their stories and their insight.

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Little pirate whore @highwaystars.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Another one for @piratereadingclub.bsky.social ! Viper by Bex Hogan.

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Timothy 🍂🔍 @artemisandamber.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Heartwarming and painful. I really enjoyed it, and I think I'll re-read & take my time with it in the future since the language is just sooooo. Historic gays my beloved 4 ⭐️

Cover of "Maurice" by E. M. forster. It is an illustrated cover by Luke Edward Hall, displaying two men in an embrace, faces tilted towards each other. It is painted in a loose style with bright colours; a blue background, their suits light teal, their faves and hair red-orange. The title is beneath in the illustration in bright pink bold capital font.

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