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Nicholas Binge @bingewriting.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

It's out! I'm creating and writing a TV show for Netflix alongside the wonderful Steven Yeun, Phil Lord, & Chris Miller. Keep your eyes peeled — this one is gonna get crazy. deadline.com/2026/09/netf...

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Netflix Nabs 'Understudy' Produced By Lord Miller & Steven Yeun

In a competitive situation, Netflix has landed Nicholas Binge's 'Understudy' Produced By Steven Yeun, Phil Lord & Chris Miller in seven-figure deal.

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Oleander Craw @oleandercraw.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

The campaign is LIVE! Come get your special early release edition of DEVOURING FORTUNE, a book about a doomed fortune weaver and a priestess who makes a cursed bargain that threatens the downfall of the woman she loves. www.kickstarter.com/projects/ole...

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Devouring Fortune: Queer Science Fantasy Special Edition

A world decaying into salt, a doomed fortune weaver, and a priestess whose cursed bargain threatens the downfall of the woman she loves

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Rena @renathewriter.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Hold tf up. Anthropic said they couldn't possibly afford to pay the writers of the books they stole, but now these planet burning greedholes just get to keep the money from selling the machine they built with the stolen parts?

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William C. Tracy @wctracy.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

We have a new unboxing video with Verne! Today is the release of Mothball Magic by Rena Rocford, so if you want to see The Golden Girls meets Harry Dresden, get your copy today! #queerbooks #lgbtsciencefiction #lgbtqbooks #sapphic #lesbian

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MK Hardy @mkhardywrites.com · 20/03/2026

Here she is!! The cover is absolutely spectacular and we can't wait for you all to meet Avis in all her snarky, Sherlockian, emotionally stunted glory. Read a bit more about her on our newsletter here: mkhardywrites.beehiiv.com/p/boat-book-...

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Boat book cover reveal & more!

That's not the real title...

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Marley Rose-Teter @marleyroseteter.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Today is cover reveal day for THE BONE BRIDES, and I am vibrating like a star in the sky! Not in my wildest imaginings did I ever think I would have a cover this beautiful. THE BONE BRIDES comes out Sept 29th---with exquisite spredges exclusive to the first edition! Pre-order links in bio!

Blue graphic with glowing yellow text that reads, “COVER REVEAL!” and credits art to Marcela Bolívar and design to Caitlyn Boyd. The cover revealed is that of THE BONE BRIDES, by Marley Rose-Teter. The cover’s main color palate is glowy blues and aquas and features two girls holding hands while standing face-forward. One girl has a missing eye and a place her torso reveals instead a ribcage. The other girl has a hand that has become skeletal. In a satchel the second girl wears sits a skeleton-rabbit. Behind the girls looms a large skeleton-deer, with one antler replaced by vines. Very moody and atmospheric. The graphic also shows that the book has pale-green sprayed edges, stenciled with deer skulls and the same antler/vine combination.

Blue graphic (with the book’s cover watermarked beneath) that reads, “About the Book” followed by the tagline, “Hayao Miyazaki meets Guillermo del Toro in this Sapphic YA portal fantasy in which a girl must save her changeling girlfriend from a terrifying faery realm,” and the synopsis: “Nola James can handle it. She can handle that her father is dead. She can handle that her friends, bored with her grief, left her behind. Nola James has to handle it because Lumi―the love of her life and a faery changeling―is in danger. Not only is Lumi's human mother trying to kill her, but she’s being hunted by veiled monsters that want to return her to the fae. Hiding out in an abandoned cabin with only a skeleton-rabbit for company is hard, but Nola can handle it. And she does.

Until Lumi is abducted.

In order to save her, Nola must enter the faery realm: a boggy world in which eyeless horses parade as brides, ghost-bees produce transformative honey, and skeletons dance in skin-colored cloaks. Aided by a witch-girl with uncertain motives, Nola uncovers the realm’s terrifying power over changelings. Unless Nola can outplay an abyssal faery queen and find the courage to let the world see her own pain, Lumi will be trapped―not only in faeryland but in a skin that’s not her own.” Finally, the graphic lists the book’s publication date as September 29t, 2026.

Trope map graphic for THE BONE BRIDES that includes, “queer girls in love”; “are skeleton rabbits cute?”; “portal fantasy”; “mental illness rep”; “don’t look up”; and “haunted figs.” It also includes the book’s publication date of September 29, 2026.

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Rena @renathewriter.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Here's what hurts right now. Yes, Anthropic--who stole my books--has pushed back from being the last line of targeting for the US war machine, it doesn't change the fact that Claude gave them bad intelligence and it was used to kill girls. My words were fed into that machine.

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Raf ᘛ⁐̤ᕐᐷ @rtorrubia.com · 22/02/2026

Really looking forward to chatting all things Shipwright and Shroudweaver with @dunfermlinereads.bsky.social this Thursday 26th at 7:30pm on Instagram live. Come say hello!

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Sophia Babai @swingingstorm.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

I am no longer represented by Seth Fishman. My MS needs another round of edits before I query, but if you love your agent (or if you're an agent who thinks I'm neat!), gimme a poke :) I write weird, queer, highly political ghost stories about families breaking and rebuilding through war and grief.

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Rena @renathewriter.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

You know how it starts to feel real when the infrastructure around a thing starts to exist? www.goodreads.com/book/show/24...

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Mothball Magic: A queer urban fantasy

She's going to save the world even if she breaks a hip …

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Seanan McGuire @seananmcguire.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

Why don't they say anything? Well, because when it happens to YOU, if you say something, that's frequently the ballgame. You get driven out of your community; you get to see what the people you thought loved you look like with the masks off. And way, way too many of them are monsters.

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alix e. harrow @alixeharrow.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

i am a middle aged white mom with a minivan. i live in a brick ranch and vote democrat in every election. i am the electoral equivalent of a free space in bingo. I PROMISE THIS IS NOT WHAT WE ARE TALKING ABOUT AT MY KITCHEN TABLE

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MK Hardy @mkhardywrites.com · 19/01/2026

Aberdonians! Come and see us on Saturday the 31st! For putting up with our nonsense you'll also get to hear Raine's interesting and erudite thoughts, AND she's bringing origami.

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Rena @renathewriter.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

Literally the minute I post this, my copyedits arrive. Welp, hold that thought WIP, I'll be back soon!

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Rena @renathewriter.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

I've started the year strong by putting in some words, and it's starting to feel like I might just be able to make this book happen. It's still early days, but we'll see. #amwriting #WIP

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Rena @renathewriter.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

As we fall deeper into this 1930s cosplay, I feel pressure from so many corners to use every venue to have an opinion and make statements. People often come to my books thinking my writing is neutral and not political. Dear Readers, this is not the case. #amwriting #books #author 1/?

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Rena @renathewriter.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

I've finished deactivating my old twitter account, so if you see me there, you did not, in fact, see me there.

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William C. Tracy @wctracy.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

Remember when you buy cool stuff this weekend, don't give your money to big box stores! Support local and #indie owned businesses. Your money goes right back to hardworking people, rather than corporations. Here's a list of book crowdfunding campaigns, all real people, no AI! www.the-book-bazaar.com

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The Book Bazaar - A Group Crowdfunding Project for Authors

Indie authors, small publishers, and book enthusiasts take notice! The Book Bazaar is running until December 3rd, 2025!

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Niranjan 🇮🇳 @ormakal.bsky.social · 22/11/2025

Most of the books published on Space Wizard are queer, so if you wanna support some marginalised creators, this is your chance. They're also providing discounted editing services as part of his campaign, with payment plans. #booksky #queersky #writingcommunity

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Space Wizard Science Fantasy: Year 4, part 2!

We're releasing 7 new queer science fiction and fantasy books from December 2025 to June 2026! We're changing formats just a little this year so you get your rewards earlier.

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William C. Tracy @wctracy.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

Space Wizard Year 4 Part 2 is live! Go check it out and get your 7 new #queer, independent books! We're also part of @the-book-bazaar.com , and there are some amazing stories coming to you. You'll get more free stuff the more campaigns you back! #lgbtqbooks #smallpress #IndieBooks #IndieAuthor

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Rose Black @wordsofrablack.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

One year ago, this little book hit the shelves in the UK. It didn't have much in the way of fanfare, no one will nominate it for awards, but despite everything, it's sold so much better than I expected and has made some solid fans, which, at the end of the day, is what matters.

Cover of fated winds and promising seas, and it says happy publication anniversary

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Felipe Gaona @felipegaonar.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

Open AI loses copyright case in Germany. Judge Elke Schwager summarized the case saying that if you want to build something and need components, "then you purchase them and do not use the property of others."

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Blow for OpenAI in Germany as court rules song lyrics used illegally

A German court ruled on Tuesday that OpenAI violated copyright on nine popular songs in a lawsuit that marked another attempt to prevent the free use of artists' content online. The Munich Regional Co...

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J.S. Fields @galactoglucoman.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

Oooooh friends. It’s that time of year again. Cut Amazon out of the equation! My publisher is doing the Year 4 Backerkit RIGHT NOW and THE DRAGONSCALE COMB is part of it. Help support small press AND get more dragons, feral pegasi, and princess kissing www.backerkit.com/c/projects/s...

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Space Wizard Science Fantasy: Year 4, part 2!

We're releasing 7 new queer science fiction and fantasy books from December 2025 to June 2026! We're changing formats just a little this year so you get your rewards earlier.

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Rena @renathewriter.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

He's right behind me, isn't he?

Selfie with a cat behind the woman taking the picture

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William C. Tracy @wctracy.bsky.social · 25/10/2025

If you like my stuff and want to help out my small press, which lifts up #queer voice and publishes great #fantasy and #scifi, check out my new campaign for 7 new books, starting in November! You can listen to some author interviews already! #TBBChat www.backerkit.com/c/projects/s...

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Space Wizard Science Fantasy: Year 4, part 2! Launch Party

Get excited about Space Wizard Science Fantasy: Year 4, part 2! on BackerKit - come join!

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Rena @renathewriter.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

I'm in here. I'm furious. Worse, the notice probably went to my defunct publisher.

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Leon T. @leont.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

Hey folks! Money's tight since I had my hours reduced, and I have some upcoming payments, so I'm opening ✨ art commissions ✨! If you're interested in letting me draw your blorbos, reach out at leon.tomova@gmail.com or on Discord @thiefprince. And if you order today, I'll throw in something extra! 💕

Character art commissions!

Prices:
Bust: Flat colour - 35€ / Rendered - 45€
Half-body: Flat colour - 50€ / Rendered - 65€
Full-body: Flat color - 75€ / Rendered - 100€

Add-ons:
- Complex outfit: + 25€
- Props/weapons: + 15€ each
- Simple background: + 20€
- Extra character: +75% of base price

Terms of Service:
- Personal use only (unless discussed otherwise - extra fee)
- Full payment upfront or 50% deposit + 50% after sketch approval
- Payment via PayPal/Ko-fi
- Turnaround: about 2–4 weeks
- No refunds once final artwork is delivered

Character Sheet Commissions!

Prices:
Base + 2 outfits: 120€
Base + 3 outfits: 150€
Base + 4 outfits: 200€

Add-ons:
- Complex outfit: + 25€
- Additional hairstyle: + 20€
- Props/weapons: + 15€ each
- Colour palette exploration: + 10€

Terms of Service:
- Personal use only (unless discussed otherwise - extra fee)
- Full payment upfront or 50% deposit + 50% after sketch approval
- Payment via PayPal/Ko-fi
- Turnaround: ~2–4 weeks
- No refunds once final artwork is delivered

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Rena @renathewriter.bsky.social · 04/07/2025

If you see this, quote with a robot that isn't from "Star Wars," "Star Trek," "Dr. Who," or "Transformers."

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Helen Lane @helenlane.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

I am now open to all the genres I represent through till 31st August. That includes: Fantasy, Sci Fi, Horror, Romance, Thriller, Action and Adventure, and YA Fantasy. I look forward to reading your subs.

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a white cat is laying on its back with the words gimme gimme written above it

ALT: a white cat is laying on its back with the words gimme gimme written above it

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Rena @renathewriter.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

I heard you can make good money posting feet pics on the internet. Am I doing it right????

Feet and toe beans of an orange tabby cat.

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K.B. Wagers @kbwagers.com · 24/06/2025

Reminded of this much needed tweet from @shannagermain.bsky.social today 💙

Image text: Tweet from Shanna Germain 9:35 24 Jun 22

I am radiating love to those who need it today.
We grieve, we rage, we rest, we fight. We help those we can and take help when we need it.
And when they say we are monsters, when they treat us like monsters, we say "fuck yes we are monsters" and we learn to eat them alive.

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Rena @renathewriter.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

I maybe haven't talked about it much, but I have a book coming out! Here is the first announcement and the landing page to sign up for alerts about it through my publisher, Space Wizard Fantasy! www.backerkit.com/call_to_acti...

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Get Ready for Space Wizard Science Fantasy: 7 new queer books for Year 4, Part 2!!

From Space Wizard Science Fantasy - Get Ready for Space Wizard Science Fantasy: 7 new queer books for Year 4, Part 2!!

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Danai Christopoulou | VILE LADY VILLAINS out NOW @danaiwrites.bsky.social · 01/06/2025

Hey, it’s the first Sapphic Sunday of June! Happy Pride, support queer authors and read queer books, all year long. And I hope you read sapphic books too. Like VILE LADY VILLAINS 🖤🥀

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Alex de Campi @alexdecampi.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

So, this Unbound/Boundless fiasco. I was going to be polite about it, but after this morning’s email: no

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William C. Tracy @wctracy.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

We are live with Space Wizard Year 4! If you want to get seven all-new QUEER science fiction and fantasy books, check out the campaign! Backing in the first 48 hours gets you a free audiobook too! #queerscifi #queerfantasy #lgbtqbooks #queerbooks www.backerkit.com/c/projects/s...

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Space Wizard Science Fantasy: Year 4, part 1. Seven new queer books!

We're releasing 7 new queer science fiction and fantasy books in 2025!

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K.A. Doore @kadoore.com · 29/05/2025

FATED WINDS AND PROMISING SEAS by @wordsofrablack.bsky.social - m/m - you'd rather stay in your prison cell - but then a leviathan attacks - and you're rescued by a plucky crew of outcasts - whose captain is... suspiciously familiar... - but hey, maybe he can keep you out of jail

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Fated Winds and Promising Seas: A Tender-Hearted Tale of Forging Fates, Fantastic Creatures, and Found Family

A Tender-Hearted Tale of Forging Fates, Fantastic Creatures, and Found Family

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Michelle Hauck @michelle4laughs.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

Thrilled to share the news of a cozy mystery coming this fall from client Emily Soderberg! HOW TO TALK TO YOUR DOG ABOUT MURDER is fun and lighthearted and just the sort of book to sink into a forget the world! (It's on NetGalley next week!)

How to Talk to Your Dog About Murder coming in October 2025 from Crooked Lane Books, written by Emily Soderberg. A millennial pet behaviorist ends up solving a murder, with some help from her furry friends.

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Rena @renathewriter.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

When people talk about dealing with their demons while writing, this is what I imagine the other writers mean as well.

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Rena @renathewriter.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

Proud to be the 100th backer 😎 on @BackerKit Crowdfunding for Space Wizard Science Fantasy: Year 4, part 1. Seven new queer books!! www.backerkit.com/c/projects/s...

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Space Wizard Science Fantasy: Year 4, part 1. Seven new queer books!

We're releasing 7 new queer science fiction and fantasy books in 2025!

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MK Hardy @mkhardywrites.com · 03/05/2025

We are so thrilled to announce our story "Data Recovery" will be in the Lesbians and Space anthology - Part I* Look at this line-up of all-stars and tell me you're not excited to read some stellar sapphic stories from them! Luckily you can pre-order here: space-wizard.square.site/product/lesb...

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Anthology announcement!

Peanut butter and chocolate. Cheese and wine. Sex and rock n' roll. History is full of great pairings. Get ready for your new favorite: Lesbians and Space!
Join a host of intrepid explorers heading to the outer reaches of the galaxy, exploring planets, space stations, strange new worlds and interesting aliens.

With stories by:
Mary Robinette Kowal
Seanan McGuire
Travis Baldree
Emma Newman
MK Hardy
Ashleigh Martin
Nathan Chu
Stewart C Baker
Kayla Whittle
Joel Glover
Caye Marsh
Kira Neu
Jes Honard
Scarlet Passmore
Sylvie Althoff
Jasmine Gower
Siena Buchanan
Beáta Fülöp
Danielle Woolhead
J.S. Fields
and Heather Tracy

Coming June 24, 2025!

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👻 Liz Writes BOOs!! 👻 (she/her) @lizwritesbooks.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

My first finished book took 7 months--but there were 4 or 5 false starts that came before. New on Substack: How to get unstuck fast and finish your very first first draft. Read it here: lizwritesbooks.substack.com Ask your Q: lizwritesbooks.tumblr.com/Ask #amwriting #amediting #writingcommunity

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William C. Tracy @wctracy.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

Win 25 books from #indie authors while this is running! Find great #free #sciencefiction and #fantasy! authorsxp.com/giveaway

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OTHERSIDE @othersidespec.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

Now that we’ve officially launched OTHERSIDE, it’s time to highlight our amazing team! We’re a speculative magazine for queer writers and poets, so it was important to us that our team be queer-led too. In this thread, learn about each of us—and the kinds of submissions we hope to see next year:

A blurry pink and purple background. The top reads "meet our team!" Six photos are arranged in a grid: V.M. Ayala, M.R. Robinson, Ash Vale, Angel Leal, Rukman Ragas, and Emily Yu.

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