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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

mercy, please, mercy, let us NOT do this nonsense "genre fiction is so formulaic as to be inhuman" leave romance alone, leave everyone alone, read what you love and support what makes us human

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

So much of what we do is about making the most of materials, and recycling and upcycling our book sleeves is always a joy to hear about :)

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

I am sort of delighted that this isn't a ~faithful version, actually, and there's a chance I'm peak audience for this one, but also I do really want an accurate version, specifically, of TMN one day.

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Well if there's one thing I've learnt this morning it's that I can still be reduced to tears by the slightest application of Charlotte's Web #TedLasso

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

!!! I didn't even have three hours until this arrived at my door! @emilymandel.bsky.social it is so exciting to have a book that I know will be as thrilling as the gorgeous design of the fancy limited edition. Also, your signature is very cool. My evening plans are thoroughly remade.

The front cover of Exit Party, by Emily St. John Mandel, Waterstones signed exclusive edition.

The pages of the fancy Waterstones edition of Emily St. John Mandel's Exit Party - a blue-green Florida swamp swirls down the edges of the pages until it becomes an upside down orange-yellow Eiffel Tower (probably, I've not read the synopsis, I'm just going on looks).

Emily St. John Mandel's signed front page, it's a solid marker pen signature in the centre space between a full page illustration of the edge design (previous photo).

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Just read that the new Emily St John Mandel is centered around a character from a previous book that is not one of the two I've just reread, so now I have three days to revisit that one or the details will drive me nuts XD A fun challenge, though...

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Sarah Avery @sarahavery.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

What kinds of small party favors do people actually like to receive at book release events? A lot of authors give out stickers, but do adult readers like receiving stickers? You only need so many keychains in a lifetime. What to do? #AuthorSky #BookSky #SFF #Fantasy 🪐📚

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Oo thread, yes, I'm currently experiencing a LOT of reading blurbs and thinking WOW what a concept, and then I take a look at the writing style and no no no, that's not going to be for me, there's a problem. Publishers, you're getting too catchy-clever with blurbs for your authors' own good!

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frank n furter @mxfrankduffy.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Lxds the preorder for my playing-card-size version of QUEER CROW DEATH MAGIC TAROT is ✨LIVE✨ truly grateful for any and all shares xxx shop.frankduffy.co.uk/product/lino... #tarotsky #tarot #witch #pagan

a tarot card surrounded by skulls. Over the top is a magenta graphic that says "new! smaller-size tarot deck preorder!"

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British Fantasy Society @britfantasysoc.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Discover the benefits (including voting in the British Fantasy Awards) and join us: britishfantasysociety.org/about-the-bfs/become-a-member

An infographic lists 10 reasons to join the BFS, alongside drawings of various fantastical characters

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Patrick Ness @patricknessbooks.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Had a TERF troll come to my event at Edinburgh today, who wanted to defend the “lovely Jo Rowling” during my q&a. Reader, my reply was impassioned. I didn’t insult her or call her a name; but I robustly and heatedly defended the lives of young trans people against very unlovely billionaires.

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

I love libraries, and will always support, always, of course, but I am disappointed that there's a £1.40 charge to request a book from the other libraries in the area. I suppose we were spoiled in London and Cardiff, being able to request and borrow books from libraries in the district for free...

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library has never been anything less than an inspiration, a joy, a model for the perfect book subscription, supporting children's access to books like nobody else. I have always loved her, saw her once live in Cardiff, and will treasure that memory forever. A true light.

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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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Scott Bryan @scottygb.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Hello. My first book is out next week, all looking at the homophobic policy of Section 28 meant that a generation of young queer people relied on TV to make them feel seen. Pre-orders make a huge difference. You can pre-order here: geni.us/OutNowScottB...

Out Now: A Queer Journey Through Modern Television - cover of book by Scott Bryan

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A-boo-etha: Large Haunted Parsnip Split-Level @abbaetha.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Seconding those who say this book is beautiful- it’s lovely and living in my head.

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Derek @derekdesanges.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Just reminding everyone!

the table of contents for Summer in the City from Ruadán Books: "Beirut", Gemma Church, "Las Vegas", Karl Dandenell, "Liverpool", Die Booth, "Honolulu", Lyssa Reese, "Toronto", Michael R. Colangelo, "Tokyo", Benjamin Adams, "Washington, D.C.", John Leahy, "London", Hannah Catrin Shearer, "Houston", Andrew Kozma, "Dubai", Edward Barnfield, "Philadelphia", Mia Dalia, "Plymouth", Derek Des Anges, "Venice", F. E. Choe, "Melbourne", Tracie McBride, "Denver", Kevin Raines, "Jo'burg", Xan van Rooyen, "Jersey City", Jeff Somers, "Barcelona", NM Whitley

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Yes, I have also finally dusted off our Storygraph, and yet again I'm going to attempt to keep it up. If you have one, do give us an add, I've missed bookish networks: as there's no better way of reading than through wondering if your friend was right or not! app.thestorygraph.com/profile/prud...

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prudenceandthecrow's profile on The StoryGraph

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Just seven months after moving Crow and I *finally* got to signing up for the local library! It has been YEARS since I had a non-uni library card, and there is a whole type of reading I have missed this whole time. Exhibit A: my first two loans:

The Blanket Cats, by Kiyoshi Shigematsu, in paperback

The Full Moon Coffee Shop, by Mai Mochizuki, also in paperback

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🦇💀 Rigg-or Mortis 💀🦇 @rigg.lgbt · 14/08/2026

A cheery thread for the horror fam this morning

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Just reflecting on this with P - we had A Midsummer Night's Dream, The Ghost of Thomas Kempe, and Talking Heads is at least funny at times, if not actually fun, but yes, these moments are outweighed by every gruelling second spent on bloody Walkabout.

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

oh please let's play this, I miss these things!

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👻madeline bOoOoOoOodent👻 @oldenoughtosay.com · 01/08/2026

since i have gathered all the Redwall freaks into my feed you should all be following this greatest of bots

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Nearing the end of The Two Towers, such has been my bedtime reading to Crow for most of this year, and Tolkien has just described some mountains as "white as the teeth of ghosts", which I do like very much indeed.

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

With the plus side that, what's more fun than talking books with your friends, colleagues, or randoms?! Word-of-mouth has also been by far the best way our little book box has gained new (and lasting!) subscribers: you cannot overestimate the value of a chatty mention for a small business.

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Joyous read, a proper celebration of the art. We've been given zines at gigs a lot recently by kids who've clearly mastered the ancient art, and it just makes me SO happy, it really does.

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

This is such an important admission, discussion, reflection: good on @bonabooks.bsky.social for bringing this to the forefront.

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

Well, this finds us at the absolutely perfect time - I always spend summer assuming I will kick my reading time up a gear, and often simply do not get around to it. But, not this year!

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👻madeline bOoOoOoOodent👻 @oldenoughtosay.com · 04/07/2026

new romantasy dedicated bookshop is opening in Oxford today and 10/10, no notes

Three sections labelled LGBTQ+, monster smut, and unhinged

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

referred to Florence and the Machine as Prudence and the Machine, which, I am clearly very tired

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Kendra James @kendrajames.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

The American Library Association is auctioning off a bunch of the classic celebrity “READ” posters along with a bunch of other full sized literacy posters. This is going to fix so many of my problems, I just know it. movieposters.ha.com/c/search/res...

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LA Guettler is not feeling very clever @laguettler.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Inside me are two Edward Goreys

Edward Gorey walking a city street in a floofy fur coat and knit scarf, looking fabulous and extra, while less cool people look at him in thinly disguised envy

Edward Gorey passed out on his couch, bare legs, feet up on a table, with cats sleeping all around. The room is delightfully cluttered with books and blankets

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

Amazing offers and opportunities within, go support paying humans a good rate for their creativity, imagination and artistry 💙📚🚀

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Yesterday we had the wonderful pleasure of not only visiting @mrbsemporium.bsky.social - one of the finest bookshops in the world - but taking Prudence herself to see her name on the lovely reading bench in the children's book room. She had a great time, of course, and added lots to her #tbr list!

Prudence, a large, soft, orange teddy bear in a smart white dress with a navy blue bow, is sat on a purple bench on a round floral cushion. She is smiling proudly at a little brass plaque which states "Prudence and the Crow: The Vintage Paperback Subscription Box Service".

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Tuesday comic rec! charsiewspace.gumroad.com/l/xcvVQ "A stranger comes to town to find peace. A salesman comes to town to make a deal. And that’s when everything starts to unravel. Because if the devil’s not in the details, then the question is…where is he?" A wuxia x western mashup ❤️❤️❤️

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MR MEMPHIS (Digital PDF Comic + Short Story)

A stranger comes to town to find peace. A salesman comes to town to make a deal. And that’s when everything starts to unravel. Because if the devil’s not in the details, then the question is… where is...

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Gabrielle Steele ⚔️ Echoes of Chaos out now! @eldris.thellian.com · 07/06/2026

UK folks, let's jump on this AI regulation petition the Society of Authors emailed out! It's an actual parliament one so the government HAS to respond if it reaches the signature threshold. It calls for regulations to make AI developers disclose copyrighted works trained on. Sign & repost!! ❤️

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Petition: Protect creators' rights: require AI firms to disclose training data

We ask the Government to introduce a statutory duty requiring AI developers to disclose the copyrighted works used to train generative AI in enough detail for creators to identify use of their work, e...

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

Fabulous call, and truly something to treat your ears to if you've not encountered it! Genuinely increased my enjoyment of Dickens, too, because now I hear the dialogue in a much more entertaining series of voices...

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

(most of the books we rescued in their "final form" become books for me to read in the bath)

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Watching Interior Design Masters and terrified that someone would make a sculpture out of book pages in HAY-ON-WYE. I remember one of the bookshops had decorated with, as we call them, "books in their final form" and they literally had to put an explanatory sign up as people were so freaked out.

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Gwrach Gymraeg @cherylmorgan.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Small Planet is a new magazine devoted to speculative fiction in translation. The first issue has an article by me about SF&F in Welsh. I talk a bit about it here: www.cheryl-morgan.co...

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

oh my goodness new @emilymandel.bsky.social book is on the way the excitement is extremely lots here at PatC HQ

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

the sheer and terrifying volume of books this little place has made me (made me, I tell you!) buy...

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