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Jonathan Louis Duckworth @jduckwriter.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

My gothic romance science fiction/cosmic horror novella, "A Canvas Unending," is out today with Issue 2 of Quest Magazine! Ever wonder what Jane Eyre in space would be like? Now you don't have to wonder! The story also features original art by John Provencher! read.quest/content/a-ca...

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Stephanie | She/Her @rumorsofselander.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

We Used to Live Here by Marcus Kliewer features a married lesbian couple. (I’m not sure if it’s your preferred brand of horror though!)

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Ange | Author A. M. Shilling @gunsmile.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Today is the day! My debut novel, THE DEVOURING, is out now! I want to give the biggest "thank you" to all my friends, family, beta readers, reviewers, and everyone who preordered this book. You've helped make this dream come true. Get your copy: amshilling.com/books #WritingCommunity #Booksky 💙📚️

A woman with black hair, brown skin, and tattoos on her arms holds up a book and smiles. The book is THE DEVOURING by A. M. Shilling. The woman is the author. She wears black glasses and a wine red blouse.

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Stephanie | She/Her @rumorsofselander.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Hi hello, yes, this was specifically written for me.

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Stephanie | She/Her @rumorsofselander.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

I’ve been exploring in a few WIPs how characters deal with feeling confined or like they have no control over their circumstances—what it means to be told to accept something that’s unacceptable. It’s been cathartic to discover where these stories take me.

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Vincent uses they/them pronouns 🐸 @v-e-tirado.com · 19/03/2026

wanna read a modern gothic horror novel about an autistic woman getting revenge on her messy ass Dominican family??? :^) YOU SHOULD HAVE BEEN NICER TO MY MOM is out now in hardcover, ebook and audiobook! #booksky

Vincent holding up a copy of YOU SHOULD HAVE BEEN NICER TO MY MOM.

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Chill Subs @chillsubs.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Writers -- where are the cool kids submitting their work these days? Comment your favorite lit mags below and we might feature your pick on a list, who knows ;)

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𝒱𝒶𝓁𝓀𝓎𝓇𝒾ℯ living her best life 🗡 @swisstatjana.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

I tried to pace myself with this new book, but I found it so nourishing in this current energy depleting world that I kept drinking it in, page after page. I know I will return to consume more again.

Author of Wild Embers

NIKITA GILL

FIERCE FAIRYTALES

Poems & Stories to Stir Your Soul

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SFWP @sfwp.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

What's something that makes you feel rooted? What anchors you? If you have writing that explores our theme, make sure to submit to the #SFWPJournal after reviewing our guidelines right here: buff.ly/YjL13Jo

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Stephanie | She/Her @rumorsofselander.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

This was so good, thank you for sharing!

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Stephanie | She/Her @rumorsofselander.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

An excellent read to start the day. 🧜‍♀️

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Reactor Magazine @reactorsff.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Are you looking for a story that will keep you up all night pondering the nature of existence and our place in the universe? You're in luck--here are five excellent sci-fi short stories that deal with deep existential questions...

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Five Speculative Stories To Cure or Inspire an Existential Crisis - Reactor

Who wants to stay up late contemplating the nature of existence and other mysteries?

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Locus Magazine @locusmag.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Voting for the 2026 Locus Awards is open to everyone! Choose your champions and give a voice to your favorite works and authors of the year. Vote online at poll.voting.locusmag... or via the link in our bio!

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Stephanie | She/Her @rumorsofselander.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

People support fictional women doing bad things much more than I expected. Villainesses RISING.

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Stephanie | She/Her @rumorsofselander.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Aah I just adored her self confidence and ability to stand up for herself! So clever too.

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Stephanie | She/Her @rumorsofselander.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

“Just Ella” by Margaret Peterson Haddix was my fave YA retelling of Cinderella as a kid! Also loved Robin McKinley’s work. As an adult I revisit Tanith Lee’s “Red as Blood, or Tales of the Sisters Grimmer” & Angela Carter’s “The Bloody Chamber” short story collections for my dark fairy tale fix.

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The Haunted Bookshop @thehauntedbookshop.com · 10/03/2026

A BILL TO SUPPORT "Senator Jack Reed (RI) and Representative Adelita Grijalva (AZ-07) have introduced the Right to Read Act (H.R.6440 / S.3365), landmark legislation that invests in school libraries, strengthens literacy, and defends students' freedom to read." (from @everylibrary.bsky.social )

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Stephanie | She/Her @rumorsofselander.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

Me: Conflict is good, right? Character: What are you doing? Me: Don’t worry about it, btw what would you say that you love most in the world?

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Jeff VanderMeer @jeffvandermeer.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

you *will* read third person and you will like it.

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Stephanie | She/Her @rumorsofselander.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

Genuinely so excited to see what music you produce next!!

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Stephanie | She/Her @rumorsofselander.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

Side-note @blacktabbygames.com has me in a #ScarletHollow replay loop. The Ch. 5 drop is *amazing*, with absolutely top-notch music by @brandonboone.bsky.social This new song was my favorite: brandonboone.bandcamp.com/track/a-worl...

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A World Without You There to Guide It (Feat. Amelia Jones), by Brandon Boone

from the album Scarlet Hollow Episode 5

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Stephanie | She/Her @rumorsofselander.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

This was fun! Focused on titles that have most inspired me creatively as a writer. Honorary Runner-up #10 is Higurashi When They Cry. #Gamesky

1) Zero Escape: The Nonary Games, 2) Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask, 3) The House in Fata Morgana, 4) Fire Emblem: Awakening, 5) Persona 4, 6) Slay the Princess, 7) Umineko When They Cry, 8) Scarlet Hollow, 9) Tales of the Abyss

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Stephanie | She/Her @rumorsofselander.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

Do it do it do it. Chungking Express is next on my list.

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Stephanie | She/Her @rumorsofselander.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

YES! Maggie Cheung and Tony Leung are breathtaking in this movie.

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Stephanie | She/Her @rumorsofselander.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

Lia, run from this well-dressed man!! Ugh, I also love the white dress and silhouette in the right picture.

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Stephanie | She/Her @rumorsofselander.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Many times. 😅 My ideas can start too big. But even when I try to start small this happens! I was writing a story with only two main on-screen characters… I wound up axing one in order to replace her with a formerly off-screen character. I am just as mystified by my writing process as anyone.

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Stephanie | She/Her @rumorsofselander.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

For horror, my pick is Bat Eater and Other Names for Cora Zeng by Kylie Lee Baker (Pub. April 2025). It’s phenomenal. #Booksky

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Stephanie | She/Her @rumorsofselander.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Lately I’m like an 8-9. There is a plan! I promise! But if anyone but *me* sifted through the current state of my drafts, they would have absolutely no idea what the plan is. Admittedly my plan changes a lot as I go, which means the notes would require a lot of on-the-fly tweaking…

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Stephanie | She/Her @rumorsofselander.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

I really believe all writers have obsessions we write through! It makes me all the more admiring of any well-crafted story that explores joy, love, or whimsy. They don’t come as naturally to me.

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Stephanie | She/Her @rumorsofselander.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

I have a deep abiding love of tragedy as a genre. As a result I lean towards stories, and therefore endings, that focus on loss. Sometimes it’s in the sense of overcoming that loss and moving forward; other times, it’s succumbing to that loss. Other stories explore the space between those extremes.

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Reactor Magazine @reactorsff.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Before you argue about the merits of literary fiction versus science fiction versus speculative fiction, consider: Are genres helpful? Are they necessary? Are they kind? In the newest Mark As Read, @mollytempleton.com reconsiders the role of genre:

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Unfortunately I Am Wrestling With Genre Again - Reactor

Can you ever really draw a line between genres? And does it matter?

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Stephanie | She/Her @rumorsofselander.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

I am chaos incarnate. I always intend to be chronological and then a few hours later I’m jumping all over the place. For me, it’s like putting a puzzle together and realizing as you go which pieces belong where in the greater picture (and which you can throw right out).

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Stephanie | She/Her @rumorsofselander.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

It totally seems up your alley. Let me know what you think when you read!

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Stephanie | She/Her @rumorsofselander.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Ooh, it’s back! This has been on my TBR for ages.

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Stephanie | She/Her @rumorsofselander.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

Well I for one am happy to see you on BlueSky! Nice to see a friendly face. 👋

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Stephanie | She/Her @rumorsofselander.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

This was such a great read. Highly recommend!

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