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Chris Baty @chrisbaty.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Tired of doomscrolling? Exhausted by the AI-ification of everything? Escape it all with a month-long vacation to novel-land! The 28th-annual #NaNoWriMo kicks off November 1, and we’ll be writing charmingly terrible first drafts together. Come join us! nano2.org/posts/2026/t...

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The Noveling Season is (Almost) Here!

On behalf of all the NaNo 2.0 volunteers, I’m so happy to welcome you to the start of the 28th-annual novel writing season. Let the countdown to NaNoWriMo commence!

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Hey, writers. If you're having a hard time writing or promoting your book because the world is burning down around us right now, I'd like you to ask yourself one question: How many times have you seen/heard someone quoting Samwise Gamgee in the last few months?

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

She's an art forger. He's a hitman. When she uses him as inspiration for her newest forgery, she accidentally sets off a chain events that could cost her heart... or her life. FORGED IN STONE is available on KU and Amazon, just in time for Valentine's Day ❤️

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

I'm going to start just playing dialogue from Leverage when I call my representatives and let them panic over who might have said what on a hot mic.

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

I share writing tips for busy moms. Because honestly, a lot of that advice sucks. When I had my son, I looked for tips on how to keep writing, & I found a lot of "Just wait until they're older." No thanks. If you're ready to chase your dreams, follow for virtual butterfly nets & solidarity caffeine❤️

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 29/12/2025

30 years ago, parents gave us Robin Hood & A Bug's Life & Star Wars and expected us not to grow up thinking those in power should be taken down for abusing their authority, & that we're most effective when we stand up for each other. Stories are important. Art is political. Use your powers for good.

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

Hey writers! Looking for a writing group that will talk craft, share publishing resources, give honest and encouraging feedback, and host weekly prompts and chickens (I mean... check-ins)? Check out the Writers Coop on Substack 🐔 rosedenepress.substack.com?r=wopci&utm_...

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Rachael Waldburger | Substack

Helping writers write in the cracks of their day. Click to read Rachael Waldburger, a Substack publication. Launched 3 days ago.

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

After some feedback, I've decided to host my online #writinggroup on Substack. We'll have weekly prompts and check-ins, and a monthly zoom with a lesson, discussion, and feedback. Here's a list of topics I have so far, but feel free to add to it! open.substack.com/pub/rosedene...

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Rachael Waldburger | Substack

Helping writers write in the cracks of their day. Click to read Rachael Waldburger, a Substack publication. Launched 3 days ago.

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

I've run an in-person writing group for 3 years. The members are asking for more (meetings, prompts, discussions, feedback), so I'm opening up an online space. If you want to join an encouraging, enthusiastic, and occasionally off-topic community of writers, let me know! #writesky #writingcommunity

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

Check out my harvest sales! Up to 60% off editing and book coaching services 🍁🍂 rosedene-editing-d1xxk3.mailerpage.io

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 05/08/2025

I promised I'd wait to watch the season finale of #TheLibrarians with my mom, so instead, I'm avoiding spoilers by making fanart. I'm so glad we've already been given a second season! This is an older drawing (my first attempt with alcohol markers!) These characters are so much fun!

A drawing of Connor Green from The Librarians: The Next Chapter

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

Hey, #writingcommunity! What's your favorite thing about your story?

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

I'm filling out my schedule with a summer sale! Developmental, line, and copy edits available, as well as proofreading and book coaching services. Just mention the promo code SUMMER in your email quote for 20% off any package! Sale ends on June 11th ☀️

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

Question for you, #writingcommunity: How long is your ideal writing session? I write really well in chunks of 15-20 minutes--any longer and I start to lose focus (if I can make it that long without getting interrupted). Anyone else? #writesky

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

Unpopular opinion: You can edit while you draft. It can help you keep details consistent, take advantage of opportunities for foreshadowing, and flesh out your setting. Do you edit while you write? #writingcommunity #writesky

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 07/06/2025

#writingcommunity! I'm looking for busy parents who are interested in learning: -How to build a writing routine when you don't have any time -How to set boundaries around your writing time -How to make short writing sessions count -How to trigger writing mode -How to improve your draft as you write

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 27/04/2025

Aaaand another. I missed @leverageredemption.bsky.social so much. #LeverageRedemption is really stepping it up with the weird grift personas this season, and I am here for it.

A pencil sketch of Eliot Spencer from Leverage Redemption. His hair is tied up in a high pony tail like a samurai, and he's holding a rusty machete in front of his face.

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 26/04/2025

I had 30 minutes, an unattended pencil, and screenshots from the new season of @leverageredemption.bsky.social before bed last night. I need more curly-haired-Eliot-in-a-hat episodes.

A pencil sketch of Eliot Spencer from Leverage Redemption with curly hair, wearing an Indiana Jones hat.

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

Writer parents! I'm doing some research, and I'd love to talk to you about your experience as a busy writer with children. We can chat here, in DMs, or on the phone--whatever works for you! It'll only take a couple of minutes; I know how busy you are 😊 Thank you! #writingcommunity #writesky

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

Congratulations, @jlmauthor.bsky.social! You've won a 1st chapter edit! I'll send you a DM later today to set up the details :) Thank you to everyone who participated and shared! I'd really love to work with all of you. Send me a DM if you're looking for an editor!

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a man is holding a microphone and saying " i would read every page "

ALT: a man is holding a microphone and saying " i would read every page "

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

2yo: Hey, Mama, you're under arrest. Me: Why am I under arrest? 2yo: Because you are a beef. Me: I'm a what?? 2yo: You can't just take [brother]'s toys! Me: Oh, a THIEF. 2yo: Yeah! A beef! Here, hold this. That's a nunchuck. You have to go to jail.

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

I wish I could say this is unbelievable. Writers, I beg you: use your words. Use your voices. Don't let this happen in silence.

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

Hey #writer friends! I have some extra time this weekend, so I'm giving away a free first chapter edit! To enter: ✔️ follow me ✔️ tell me a little about your manuscript in the comments That's it! Feel free to share, and I'll pick a winner at random tomorrow morning! #writesky #writingcommunity

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

The difference between technical & functional grammar, from an English teacher. And as an added bonus, we also discuss celebrity crushes and shredded cheese. wordsarehardpodcast.podbean.com/e/technicalv... #writingcommunity #writersky #writesky

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

How do we know which writing resources are good and which aren’t? It’s overwhelming. In the interests of narrowing things down, I have a recommended list under Free Resources on my website. Want weekly writing tips? Sign up here: jenichappelleeditorial.com/newsletter/ #writingcommunity

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

Looking for a writing quote from an Irish author? ☘ Here's my favorite: #writingcommunity #writersky #writesky

A quote by James Joyce on a cream colored background the text reads: "The important thing is not what we write but how we write, and in my opinion the modern writer must be an adventurer above all, willing to take every risk, and be prepared to founder in his effort if need be. In other words we must write dangerously."
-James Joyce

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 16/03/2025

Number of normal writer distractions per day: 6742 Number of writer mom distractions per day: 6742 (but you get to learn cool dinosaur facts with them) #writingcommunity #writesky

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 15/03/2025

Where are my #writer parents 🙋‍♀️ The ones who struggle to find time to write between a full time job, kids, after school activities, and everything else (me, it's me, I'm talking about myself). Here's one of the most important things to remember for WWB (writing when busy): Keep it small. #writesky

A plain cream background. The text reads "My biggest tip for finishing your book when you don't have time to write."

A plain cream background. The text reads "Make it bite sized. It may be tempting to set 3,000 word-a-day goals in an effort to finish quickly, but those high word counts are rarely sustainable. It’s easy to feel discouraged when you can’t hit those numbers instead of recognizing and appreciating all of your hard work."

A plain cream background. The text reads "Instead, set multiple small goals for the day and see how many you can check off. Write just 100 words at a time. When you finish that, try another 100. Breaking your goals down into smaller chunks make them feel much more attainable."

A plain cream background. The text reads "Celebrate your victories. Those little chunks add up quickly. Don’t forget to keep track of how much you’re writing so you can celebrate all your hard work!"

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

#RevPit authors! I'm not submitting this year, and I'm missing that buzz of anticipation. Let me live vicariously. Please gush about your story! I want to know everything!

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Writer friends, check out this offer! Bethany gives absolutely amazing feedback! #writingcommunity #writesky

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

Good morning, #writingcommunity! Enrollment is open for my #youngwriter courses, open to middle and high schoolers looking to hone their craft and learn more about publishing. Self-paced and live classes are available! Classes start March 31st! Check out my course list at www.rosedeneacademy.com

The image has a cream background with pictures of a person typing and a typewriter with the words "once upon a time" on the paper. The text reads: young writer courses, learn how to draft, revise, and publish from a licensed educator and indie author, starting March 31st, self-paced and live classes available, middle and high schoolers. Register now at www.rosedeneacademy.com

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Meredith Nudo 🤌🏻 @meredithnudo.myatproto.social · 15/01/2025

This is what I used to remove generative AI trash from my Google searches and it has been a gamechanger. There's also some plugins you can use that are kinda complicated, but this is the simplest and easiest method I've found. www.tomsguide.com/ai/how-to-bl...

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How to block Google AI Overviews from appearing in your search results

And no, it doesn't require a Chrome extension

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Mateusz Fafinski @calthalas.bsky.social · 16/01/2025

I have taken the resources that were in the budget and which you were probably saving for higher education Forgive me they were needed to feed the AI bubble and to dismantle the humanities

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Writers Guild of America West @wgawest.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

It’s time for the studios to come off the sidelines. After this industry has spent decades fighting piracy, it cannot stand idly by while tech companies steal full libraries of content for their own financial gain.

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Writers Guild Calls on Studios to Take “Immediate Legal Action” Against AI Companies

The union is arguing that tech companies "looted the studios’ intellectual property" while Hollywood's major companies stood by.

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

Welcome to Wisconsin, where we still have school when it's ‐27°.

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 05/12/2024

Are you feeling stuck in your writing? Feeling like there's too much to do and that you'll never get it all done? I get it. I've been there. But you don't have to take on every problem all at once. Start with a small step. Hold your ground. Victory is won in inches. #writingcommunity

A quote by Louis L'Amour in typewriter font. The quote reads: "Victory is won not in miles but in inches. Win a little now, hold your ground, and later, win a little more." -Louis L'Amour

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Rachael Waldburger @rachaelwaldburger.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

Good morning, #writingcommunity! I didn't want to add more social media to my life, but I miss you all. Is this where you're hanging out now?

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