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Susan B. James

@susanbjames.bsky.social
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Reader, writer, wife, mother, animal lover, treehugger Querying my novel, The Seeker's Charm, an origin tale for the Fae, told through a romantasy between halfblood farmgirl Rose Woodman and Eeden leader of the Faerie clan of the Stars.

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Sage T. Greene, Author @sagetgreene.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Enjoy spooky season, folks! Dropping in before all the fun new October games begin tomorrow to give you advance notice that #Novmemeber will be back again this year. There'll be a mix of returning prompts (with new memes!) and some fun new stuff. I'll ping y'all again at the end of the month! xo👻
The prompt list for #Novmemeber 2026, but the prompts have been obscured by a spooky fog until the event gets closer. For now, a skeleton is sitting on a bench and "PATIENTLY WAITING."

#Novmemeber
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The corners of the graphic have colorful fall leaves (red, orange, yellow) and a silly face emoji with tongue sticking out.
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Writing Day Workshops @writingdaywksp.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
New Agent Alert! Sahar recently joined Heirloom Literary and is happily building her list! Sahar is looking for different genres of YA and Adult fiction and memoir! Discover the full MSWL: www.writingdayworkshops.com/blog #amwriting #amquerying #literaryagent #writingcommunity #author
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Manuscript Academy by #MSWL @manuscriptacademy.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Researching the market? Check the date on that advice. A post from a few years ago might say a genre is over, while editors are asking for it today (hello, dystopia!). Trends move. No genre is out of style forever. Keep writing the book you love.
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Susan B. James @susanbjames.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
#WIPSnips #Fantasy #WriteSky #WritingCommunity Rose meets Eryna. The #Fae can't lie but...
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Susan B. James @susanbjames.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Mermaid Pusheen. For sure. A cat that loves the sea!
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Susan B. James @susanbjames.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
I was in my backyard today and I wasn't sweating! Nor did I get a single mosquito bite. Life is good. Try and remember the good.
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Susan B. James @susanbjames.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
This is a dance off. If you see this, post a dance.
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Charlie Brown Christmas Dance Party
ALT: Charlie Brown Christmas Dance Party
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Writing Day Workshops @writingdaywksp.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
New Agent Alert! Miles recently got promoted to Associate Literary Agent at Trident and is building his list! Miles is looking for different genres of adult fiction and non-fiction. Discover the MSWL: www.writingdayworkshops.com/blog #amwriting #amquerying #literaryagent #writingcommunity
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Sage T. Greene, Author @sagetgreene.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
PAMELA PROMPT GAME 📣 💚
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Susan B. James @susanbjames.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
#Books Support schools, books, teachers- save the world
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Susan B. James @susanbjames.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
The Bumble terrified me. I remember hiding behind the couch while my older sibs watched Rudolph. The flying monkeys in the Wizard of Oz scared the pee out of me. The "two big black things" in the poem Little Orphan Annie which my dad could quote. And did, whenever we misbehaved. So, often.
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Cian McCarthy @arealmofwonder.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
"You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you. What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make." ~ Jane Goodall
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Susan B. James @susanbjames.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Happy #Caturday. Here's my Finn with his sister Arti. I love this pic for many reason but especially that it shows the funny little face on Arti's tummy. That little smile is her only white mark.
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Rebecca Eskildsen @rebeccaesk.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
QUERY UPDATE: I will close to queries on October 1! If your query is ready to send before then, I'd love to see it! But please don't rush, as I'll aim to open again in the new year. 🫶
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JABberwocky Literary Agency @awfulagent.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Get those last queries in to Joshua before he closes his query form! How to submit: awfulagent.com/agents/joshu... #amquerying #mswl @jabbermaster.bsky.social
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Cian McCarthy @arealmofwonder.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
"Besides this earth, and besides the race of men, there is an invisible world and a kingdom of spirits: that world is round us, for it is everywhere, and those spirits watch us, for they are commissioned to guard us." ~ Charlotte Brontë, 'Jane Eyre' 🎨 Samuel Bough (1859)
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Manuscript Academy by #MSWL @manuscriptacademy.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Your idea isn't getting rejected because it's not good enough. It's unclear because it's still floating at 10,000 feet. Bring it down to earth, drop into your character or ideal reader, and watch what happens. 📚https://manuscriptacademy.com/all-vibes-no-plot-clarity 📺 youtu.be/EI2b6Wh9hG0?...
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All Vibes, No Plot: Why Clarity Is the Price of Admission for Big Ideas
Big ideas need somewhere to land. Here's why clarity--not oversimplification--is what turns a brilliant idea into a book readers love.
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P.S. Literary Agency @psliterary.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
"I'm on the hunt for twisty, propulsive psychological thrillers that examine domestic, social or cultural issues." Rose Ferrao #MSWL psliterary.com/submissions/
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David Thomas Moore @dtmooreeditor.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
RT if you’ve never had a tab of ChatGPT open, period.
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Susan B. James @susanbjames.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
#WholesomeWednesday #Cat and #Horse buddies.
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Anna Holmes @annabookwriter.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Refusing to use AI isn’t a recalcitrant position. It’s the moral one. There is too much wrong with how this is happening to just “if you can’t beat em join em” this. It’s a lack of consent machine. An environmental destruction machine. An emotional and cognitive numbing machine.
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Cian McCarthy @arealmofwonder.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
"One can be the master of what one does, but never of what one feels." ~ Gustave Flaubert Coup de vent (1881) 🎨 Claude Monet
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Rebecca Matte @rebeccamatte.com · 04/09/2026
I am opening to 250 new #queries on September 14! I have an evergreen #mswl but some things I am particularly excited about right now are in the thread below! I'm actively looking for some new authors to work with at KT, & I can't wait to see what you have for me 👀 #amquerying #amwriting #agenting
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Manuscript Wishlist — Rebecca Matte | Matter Services, LLC
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Yes & Literary @yesandliterary.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Queries are now reopened the next few weeks! I’m excited to see what y’all send! www.yesandlit.com/query #mswl #opentoqueries #literaryagent
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Appointments 3 — Yes & Literary
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Debbie Ridpath Ohi @debbieohi.com · 05/09/2026
I've updated my "Embracing open social blogging in the Atmosphere" post to include the fact that @pckt.blog will be adding an email newsletter option soon. 😉 To those looking for Substack alternative: I recommend checking out @leaflet.pub @offprint.app @pckt.blog debbieohi.leaflet.pub/3mugfpo6rkk2a
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Embracing open social blogging in the Atmosphere (and less traditional social media)
Protecting my creative time and mental health
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Susan B. James @susanbjames.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
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Susan B. James @susanbjames.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
#SundaySnips #WriteSky #WritingCommunity While it does have the word 'leaf,' it's actually an ode to the river (on whose banks Rose's mother disappeared).
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Susan B. James @susanbjames.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
#WIPSnips #Fantasy #Fae #writingcommunity Eeden asks the million dollar question. (anybody catch the nod to Tale of Two Cities?)
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Bobo The Talking Clown @bobottc.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Don't let your cat outside. Having your cat "stolen" by a neighbor is one of the better things that can happen to them.
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Aud Connelly: transcribing #Dogwood3 (73.3/95k) @audconnelly.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Trying to clean up the yard and accidentally made the most uncanny thing ever AUTUMN COMETH
Long long branches sticking out of a barrel
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Manuscript Academy by #MSWL @manuscriptacademy.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
You're not imagining it. Everything is taking forever. Please don't fret if you don't hear back on your query within three months. It's not long enough assume a no. Please don't blame yourself for the wait. There isn't a "good projects get a faster response" metric--most agent read in order.
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Writing Day Workshops @writingdaywksp.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Literary Agent Spotlight on Ginger Hutchinson today! Ginger is seeking multiple genres of non-fiction and fiction. See more info about Ginger and how to query on our blog: www.writingdayworkshops.com/blog #writing #amwri̇ti̇ng #amquerying #literaryagent #author
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Sage T. Greene, Author @sagetgreene.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Positive news story:
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Dogs Provide Security and Comfort at Busy Train Station in ‘British First’
London's Waterloo station has become the first major train hub in Britain to employ cute dogs on regular patrols.
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Sage T. Greene, Author @sagetgreene.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
#WholesomeWednesday We're resetting the vibes. Share a wholesome story, some good news, some motivation, and/or a pet photo (please add alt text). #Hopecore #Prompt #GoodVibes #Positivity #Wholesome #BeKind
"A random act of kindness that made my day [smiley emoji]. This will help me make it to Friday! #ChooseKind.
Attached is a photo of a sticky note with a message written on it. It seems to be from a student to their teacher. "Hey, this is kind of random but I hope you have an amazing day, and you are one of my favorite teachers!" The student's name has been redacted. "P.S. Your daughter is so cute!"
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Indie Bites @indiebites.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
🦅 Submissions are now open for our May issue on the themes of GRIFFINS & GRIMOIRES 📖 We are looking for fantasy short fiction up to 7.5k words and cover illustrations. Deadline 28 February 2027. For details visit our website at www.silversunbooks.com/submit
An illustration of a person at the end of a wooden pier changing into a bird with the moon in the background.
Text reads:
Submissions open
For our May issue on the themes of
Griffins & Grimoires
Deadline 28 February 2027
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P.S. Literary Agency @psliterary.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
"Send me fungi horror or horror that’s very cerebral, gets under your skin—where something is very wrong, but you just can’t put your finger on it…" Marina Green #MSWL psliterary.com/submissions/
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Susan B. James @susanbjames.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
#WIPSnips #WriteSky #WritingCommunity #Fantasy #Fae Rose is trying very hard to be angry at being brought to Faerie, but....
After Eeden gets called away, Jasper, the woodsprite, leads Rose through the castle which she's trying very hard to hate, but...
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Susan B. James @susanbjames.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
I haven't posted any #horse and #cat love for a while and with ANOTHER day over 100 degrees, I thought we could all use a chilly picture. Ummm, feels good to think of shivering.
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Indie Book Spotlight @bookspotlight.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
If you see gen AI, you block. No money. No hate watching. No pity support. You block and give them nothing. Do not support the rise of Idiocracy.
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Narratess @narratess.com · 30/08/2026
There are 280+ fantasy, science fiction, and horror books available for less than $3! Check out indiebook.sale for an excellent range of books. Lots of my favs are in their, but yours could be too, undiscovered ;)
Banner for the Narratess Indie Book Sale. A chonky dragon reads a book at the bottom, a pile of skulls with a candle and ghost sit on the left of the text, and a space ship flies by a planet on the right of the text. 

Text: Indie Book Sale

indiebook.sale

Fantasy, Sci FI & Horror

29 - 31 August

Banner designed by Arden Powell
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Susan B. James @susanbjames.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
#BookWormSat and #InternationalBatsNight has me reminiscing on my most memorable bat moments. The FANTASTIC fruitbat exhibit at the London Zoo. The chilling scene in Deep In the Heart of Texas where hundreds of baby bats emerge and the snakes are waiting. It's a race for survival.
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Susan B. James @susanbjames.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Thank you, thank you y muchas gracias!! I am LOVING all these bat quotes. #BookWormSat #InternationalBatsNight Isn't he darling?
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Tiffany Leigh Rose 🖤🥀 @tlrose.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
To go in the dark with a light is to know the light. To know the dark, go dark. Go without sight, and find that the dark, too, blooms and sings, and is traveled by dark feet and dark wings. To Know the Dark🌑Wendell Berry #BookWormSat
A vintage black and white illustration of a woman dressed up like a bat
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Rupert Ferguson @druidtombraider.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
“The baby bat Screamed out in fright, 'Turn on the dark, I'm afraid of the light.” ― Shel Silverstein, "Batty". Image: Jan van Kessel (I) - "Allegory of Night" #BookWormSat @bookwormsat.bsky.social
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Sage T. Greene, Author @sagetgreene.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
The Narratess Indie Book Sale is on now! Aug 29-31 Come find some great new reads from indie authors! www.indiebook.sale 💙📚
Text: Indie Book Sale

indiebook.sale

Fantasy, Sci FI & Horror

29 - 31 August
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DD Ward ..."Interim Pirate Queen" @ddwardiswriting.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
its so scary to put yourself out there but a SINGLE message saying "hi i loved what you made it touched me in some way" makes it all worth it 10000% 

daily reminder that if you like something someone made tell! them! tell them tell them tell them TELL THEM
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Shadow Spark Publishing @shadowsparkpub.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
For additional info and FAQ's, head on over to: shadowsparkpub.com/submissions
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Submissions — shadow spark publishing
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Manuscript Academy by #MSWL @manuscriptacademy.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Every customized rejection you receive--even the ones that hurt to read--are a compliment. Agents don't have time to lie to you. The "send me the next" rejection is true, too. If you get anything more than a form letter, they saw potential. They wouldn't bother otherwise. 💙 #AmQuerying
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Susan B. James @susanbjames.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
#WIPSnips #WritingCommunity #WriteSky #Fantasy
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Writing Day Workshops @writingdaywksp.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
The 2026 Online Minnesota Writing Workshop is an online “How to Get Published” writing event on September 11-12, 2026. Writers are welcome to attend virtually from anywhere! More info: minnesotawritingworkshop.com We’ll see you there! #amwriting #amquerying #literaryagent #writingcommunity
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