iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

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Emma Barry @authoremmabarry.bsky.social · 1h

Oh, and @oliviawrites.bsky.social is doing an event in Richmond on Oct 24, and I'm going to ask her questions withfriends.co/event/299363...

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10/24 - World's Okayest Oracle with Olivia Dade by Fountain Bookstore

Get tickets and support Fountain Bookstore by becoming a member

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Movies Silently @moviessilently.bsky.social · 5h

It’s particularly cruel to do this to Garbo, who protected her privacy and peace but it’s not surprising she was chosen. After all, she told the world “no” and AI pushers love to run roughshod over consenf www.theguardian.com/film/2026/se...

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SKF advert review – let’s hope this dull AI Greta Garbo is not the future

Swedish-American actor exhumed for bizarre, humourless 99 seconds that give us another reason to resent AI

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Rebecca Solnit @rebeccasolnit.bsky.social · 2h

Maybe time for those who don't experience this directly to return to this thread (which I posted when PTSD was being weaponized to relieve Graham Platner of responsibility for his actions).

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Meade Krosby @meadekrosby.bsky.social · 22h

For alums or others who want to support student journalism, you can donate to the Cornell Daily Sun here:

cdsaa-2660.wp.greekly.io

Cornell Daily Sun Alumni Association

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Ruby Lang, Opal Wei, Mindy Hung @rubyopalmindy.bsky.social · 20h

things are terrible but at least there's a new cat AND a new penguin species

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Prof. Allie Alvis 🌷 @book-historia.bsky.social · 21h

So you're saying there's gentwo of them?

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feeb @magicmooshka.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

it’s come to my attention that my tumblr post has been crossposted to bluesky, so I’m posting it on my account here #AntiAI #GenAI

recently my friend's comics professor told her that it's acceptable to use gen AI for script-writing but not for art, since a machine can't generate meaningful artistic work. meanwhile, my sister's screenwriting professor said that they can use gen AI for concept art and visualization, but that it won't be able to generate a script that's any good. and at my job, it seems like each department says that AI can be useful in every field except the one that they know best.

It's only ever the jobs we're unfamiliar with that we assume can be replaced with automation. The more attuned we are with certain processes, crafts, and occupations, the more we realize that gen AI will never be able to provide a suitable replacement. The case for its existence relies on our ignorance of the work and skill required to do everything we don't.

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Canada's National Observer @nationalobserver.com · 28/09/2026

This morning — following two investigations into Toronto mayoral candidate Brad Bradford's use of an app that rewards supporters for posting AI-generated comments and sharing contacts — Bradford called our reporting "inaccurate." We're now releasing the recording that proves our reporting.

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Bradford calls CNO reporting of AI app rewards ‘inaccurate.’ Here’s the recording proving our reporting.

Canada’s National Observer has decided to publish the segment of the Zoom call that corroborates its reporting.

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Chace Verity @chaceverity.com · 28/09/2026

It's my birthday and I'd love for you to tell your people that Radio Silence, my 1940s m/m historical romance, is coming out October 6! Preorder on Kobo, Apple, B&N, bookshop.org, Indigo Chapters! Itch and payhip links to come Oct. 6. Ask your library to buy Radio Silence!

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Mr Natural @neilmatheson66.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Mihai Criste (b.1975, Romania) Remembering the Flight. Oil on canvas.

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Dr. Jennifer Krueckeberg @jkrueckeberg.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

This is much more than a question of authenticity. What we see is the weaponisation of AI to discredit non-white intellect. There is an agenda behind this. Just look at the media circus. The witch hunt against Thélyson Orélien was sparked by a "random" X post.

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Ash⁷ @arajellybean.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Ontario friends, update on when flu and COVID vax is available!

COVID-19 and flu vaccines will be available for high risk and priority groups in Ontario starting Sept. 28, launching the province’s fall immunization program.

The RSV immunization will also be available for those eligible. The rest of Ontario residents will be given access to the vaccines on Oct. 26 at pharmacies, public health units and some doctor and nurse practitioner offices.

High-risk and priority groups include the following people:

Hospitalized patients
Hospital staff
Residents and staff in long-term care homes, retirement homes and other congregate settings
Individuals aged 65 and older
For the adult RSV prevention program, residents who are between aged 60 to 74 who meet certain high-risk criteria or live in specific higher-risk settings and those 75 or older are eligible to receive an RSV vaccines.

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Stephanie Burgis @stephanieburgis.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

You can snap up tickets now to join me and the wonderful Sangu Mandanna at the Enchanting the Fae Queen paperback launch party this November, hosted by Cardiff's first romance bookshop, Love Stories Bookshop! Grab your tickets now: www.lovestoriesbookshop.co.uk/events/p/aut... #romancelandia

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Author Event Conversation with Stephanie Burgis and Sangu Mandanna — Love Stories Bookshop

Join us for an in-person event with author Stephanie Burgis to celebrate the paperback release of Enchanting the Fae Queen , chaired by Sangu Mandanna! Event date and time: Wednesday 18th November, ...

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Chace Verity @chaceverity.com · 21/09/2026

Radio Silence arrives October 6, 2026 - m/m 1940s historical romance - two radio stars reunite after five years apart to go back on the air, despite their buried past - a Hollywood gossip threatens to unbury those secrets - they'll have to take him down together books.apple.com/us/book/radi...

cover for Chace Verity's Radio Silence done in black and white typography with blood splatter along the title. At top, it reads: How far will they go to protect each other?

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Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani @mayor.nyc.gov · 24/09/2026

Never been to the opera before? Now’s your chance. We’re giving away 70,000 free tickets to the @metopera at the iconic Lincoln Center. Go to on.nyc.gov/opera to enter the lottery. There’s not a bad seat in the house.

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Joanna Shupe @joannashupe.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

✨BOOK TOUR DETAILS!✨ I am so excited to be doing a few dates to support the Oct 13 release of The Gilded Rose. So many of my favorite romance people have agreed to join me and I can't wait to celebrate together. See joannashupe.com/events for links to grab tickets!

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Emma Barry @authoremmabarry.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

this closes in a few days, if you haven't entered yet! I suspect it'll be the last giveaway my publisher will be doing for the book.

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Rachel Grant/R.S. Grant @rachelgrant.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Evidence: Under Fire series sale! Pricing is weird at B&N but the other vendors are showing the right price. Buy now: geni.us/E-UnderFire

Into the Storm cover with $2.99 price and tagline: they must set aside distrust and betrayal to defeat a deadly enemy in the wild.
Trust Me cover with $0.99 price and tagline: Abducted then rescued, she returns home to find the danger has only just begun.
Don't Look Back cover with $2.99 price and tagline: Travel to Malta with an art historian seeking the truth her father has been hiding for decades.
False Flag cover with preorder price $5.99 and tagline: An archaeologist risks everything to stop a disinformation podcaster from using his influence to incite violence.

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Ruby Lang, Opal Wei, Mindy Hung @rubyopalmindy.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

I'm reading a library ebook of The Winter's Tale, but all of Paulina's lines (her GREAT LINES) are attributed to her husband. Where do I file a complaint?

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Moira Donegan @moiradonegan.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

ProPublica got the literal check Collins was bribed with.

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Felicia Davin @feliciadavin.com · 22/09/2026

not sure if you all have seen anything about this yet, but ICE is attacking New Bedford, MA, right now, and if you have anything to spare, this is a mutual aid fund for impacted communities givebutter.com/xMkiZZ

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Humanity At Work - New Bedford Immigrant Justice Coalition

Donate to support individuals and families harmed by ICE activities in greater New Bedford.

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Jackie Lau @jackielaubooks.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Revenge of the Sunshine is here! Zoe Shen is determined to give her cheating ex what he deserves—and his stern older brother is going to help. jackielaubooks.com/books/reveng...

Text: available now. Tablet with illustrated cover of Revenge of the Sunshine by Jackie Lau

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Kelsey K Davenport (She/Her) @kkdavenportauthor.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

IDK who needs to hear this (everyone), but a bunch of @authormsbev.bsky.social's ebooks are on SALE for $0.99 on Kobo and Kindle!

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Nicole Chung @nicolechung.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Periplus, a mentorship collective serving US-based early-career writers of color, is now accepting applications for our 2027 class of fellows! Apply by Oct. 11: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... You can learn more about Periplus (including fellowship eligibility requirements) at bit.ly/periplusfaq

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Nicole Chung @nicolechung.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Please share the application with anyone you think might be interested and help us spread the word! Here’s a bit more about Periplus, why we exist, and how we assess fellowship applications:

Periplus is a mentorship collective serving U.S. writers who identify as Black, Indigenous, or people of color. We’re happy you’ve found us. We’re looking for mentees—Periplus Fellows—who are located in the United States, and are at least 18 years old, and whose writing shows great promise. We are seeking to mentor writers who are relatively early in their careers and would especially like to award fellowships to those with limited past access to writing resources and supportive communities. We aim to equalize access so that writers can achieve their goals regardless of their background and affiliations.

In assessing your application, we’ll be most focused on the promise we see in your writing sample. We will also consider how helpful a Periplus Fellowship could be for your craft and career.

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Kashana @kashana.blacksky.app · 20/09/2026

Americans: oh, look, a systemic issue. I will solve it individually

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Ruby Lang, Opal Wei, Mindy Hung @rubyopalmindy.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

I think my winter look is going to be "Wearable Electric Blanket."

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Chanda Prescod-Weinstein 🌌 @chanda.blacksky.app · 18/09/2026

it's funny but also a reminder that the fundamental premise here is that a Black man can't be objective when talking about race while a white man can because Black people do identity politics and white people do facts and this my friends is what I have named "white empiricism"

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Jackie Lau @jackielaubooks.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

If you're in Toronto, I will be at Word on the Street on the 27th, possibly the 26th. I am not doing any panels, but feel free to say hi if you see me. WOTS 2025 was my last author appearance before treatment.

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Gabriela Rhinier @gabalut.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

"Epiedermis", watercolor and colored pencil on paper

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Ruby Lang, Opal Wei, Mindy Hung @rubyopalmindy.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

I saw Spring Awakening while it was still off Broadway and in previews at The Atlantic Theater in 2006 (!), and it remains the best musical I've ever gotten to see live. RIP Duncan Sheik.

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Sardonicus @sardonicus.eu · 09/09/2026

Abolition Teapot by Josiah Wedgwood & Sons, 1760-80. www.flickr.com/photos/birmi...

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Health to the Sick Honour to the Brave
Success to the Lover Freedom to the Slave

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Ruby Lang, Opal Wei, Mindy Hung @rubyopalmindy.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

I ordered the snow skin mooncakes from Daan Go and I'm super excited. The flavours are hojicha black sesame crunch, jamocha nut, mango cheesecake and salted egg yolk.

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Rose Lerner @roselerner.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

In the mood for a Days of Awe gay historical romance? I've got you covered!! L'shanah tovah!!! 🍯🍎😚 “I adored this book. Funny, fresh, and everything I want in a historical romance.” —Cat Sebastian books2read.com/SailorsDelight

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Ruby Lang, Opal Wei, Mindy Hung @rubyopalmindy.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

for the next person who sends me a form to fill out i would to be able to fill it out in 5 minutes using just the contents of my head instead of having to excavate a million files. is this too much to ask

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Arkady Martine | Dr. AnnaLinden Weller @byzantienne.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

new cat! new cat!

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Saeed Jones @theferocity.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

“Langston Hughes’ literary estate now belongs to International Literary Properties, which says a Harlem Renaissance licensing program is next on its list.”

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Private Equity Is Coming for Authors, Dead or Alive - The Ankler

Like music catalogs, literary estates are now targeted by investment firms and changing how Hollywood will deal with IP

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Jackie Lau @jackielaubooks.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Love & Spite 2 is now up for preorder! Coming March 23, 2027. When Karina Ting encounters Dr. Gil Sloane at a party, her only wish is to cover him in hagfish slime. The man is like marine snow: pretty, but full of crap. jackielaubooks.com/books/return...