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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 11h

Exit Party, the new Emily St. John Mandel and I'm enjoying it so much I don't want this first read to be over, but also really want to know how it pans out!

the front cover of Exit Party, in a fine Toppings & Co. signed first edition

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 20h

When management can't read the room, even (especially) in publishing...

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

Well if this doesn't sound absolutely perfect...

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

We celebrated last night by going to Topping's launch of @joannechocolat.bsky.social 's new book, Sleepers in the Snow, which sounds gloriously chilly and intriguing and just right for the turn of the seasons. A lovely event and a wonder to encounter the Shed Queen herself, magnificently engaging.

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Crow and I are today celebrating one whole decade since we got married! Our little book business has been a beautiful constant every month of our married life, and we are so very grateful for it, and to our wonderful subscribers who have been so supportive on the journey so far x

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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 · 26/09/2026

Absolutely love to hear this - all handmade by my mum! (Genuinely letting her know, she will be so thrilled XD) We use them for soooo many things but there's really nothing better to keep a paperback neat, whether in the post, or in my handbag! 💛📚

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Finding all the discussion truly fascinating - I've often reflected on the careful "Are you sure?" the local librarian asked me, the only time she ever questioned my borrowing choices, when I - aged 11 - filled out the form to ask her to order in American Psycho from the big library.

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

I have such a gorgeous set of her books now, but haven't read them since I was very small and borrowed them all from the library - I really should get stuck in...

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Hi hi! Right now Crow and I are listening to The Horses, by Janina Matthewson, a book I enjoyed so much earlier in the year that I needed to share it with her at our earliest convenience. In allotment-listening, my Slough House odyssey has now reached Bad Actors, so that is also going well!

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

I always thought the BBC TV version of it would've been wonderful (again, I was peak audience then...); I was so sad they didn't get to it at the time. My very favourite is The Horse and His Boy, also untouched, at least on the plus side, that can be set whenever and still work!

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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 · 11/09/2026

Oo, I will always love a sticker, see also a postcard, or a bookmark, or a custom bookplate (nerd favourite if it has stuff for me to fill out about the book on it, when I started/finished, room to write a sentence or so)...ephemera that I can keep in a book or journal never goes amiss!

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

Morning! I'm reading Zen Cho's The Friend Zone Experiment, which so far is precisely the enjoyable romp I needed this weekend!

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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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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

The title was what caught my eye, for sure. It has a really specific, "close up" first person voice which has taken me a while, but now I think there might be a good reason for it, I'm in for the journey...

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Prudence and the Crow @prudenceandthecrow.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Death in Her Hands, by Ottessa Moshfegh, which I wasn't enjoying, but am slowly coming around to as it develops...

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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

Honestly, some content has no respect for the buzz...

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

It's had me take the unusual position of "sit this one out", for a change...

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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 · 07/08/2026

Ah, a marvellous reminder that I really need to crack on with making sure my house ballgowns match my bookshelves!

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

15. (contcont.) But look I can't not recommend Mariana Enriquez' Our Share of Night, it really did blindside me with its brilliance and it is the only new book I've needed to put directly into people's hands for a long time, I loved it SO MUCH.

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

Crow and I were in different English classes and we are also remembering that I got absolutely DIRE depressing poetry as well, and she at least got some lighter stuff. It put me right off poetry for years.

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

Oh huge fan of Jennings, definitely - had them all, and some Stephen Fry audiobooks as well. Much nicer child than William, too XD Think that must also be where I learnt my cricket from...

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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

20. Pages? I don't know, I can be persuaded by anything - a post, a cover,a title, a cover quote, a blurb, the first page, a recommendation, a bookseller (I'll just buy whatever you tell me to). I'm the easiest booksell you'll ever meet.

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

19. Oh wow, Caraval. Remember when that was all bookstagram wanted to post? I haaaated that book. I finished it, and went right out and left it at the bus stop on the common to get it out of the house and hopefully to someone who'd like it more than I did. Oh, I truly took against that book.

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

18. I do! Not fussy, I can enjoy any history, anywhere, if the writing grabs me.

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