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Indie Book Spotlight @bookspotlight.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

Literally no one has been left behind because of not using gen AI. This is a lie fed to you by stakeholders and obsequious bootlickers. Stop being so utterly spineless. Money and false promises are not worth your integrity. This is the most infuriating thing to witness.

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

There is NOTHING Ethical about AI! What is this new shitty excuse? Seriously seriously shameful..Every author with even an ounce of self respect and dignity should leave this Society for supporting AI. Disgusting

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

Watching the New #ResidentEvil and the first "fusion" scene...ooommmmg Not a spoiler because only ppl who watched it will get it. *Continues watching the movie as intermission ending*

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

Finally set up a bigger desk space so I can write and do my bead craft work. Enjoyed working there so much that I spent all day there and now my neck is stiff. Lying in bed with an ice pack now. #authorsky #writinglife #writingcommunity

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Started watching "Below" on Netflix. I catch up on TV shows during dinner. Otherwise I always pick reading over streaming. Anyways, the point is, it's not bad. #Below #netflix

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Sadie Hartmann (Mother Horror) @sadiehartmann.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Happy Indigenous People's Day! Read, Buy, Review, Share stories by Indigenous authors and fuck Columbus “What I am is the Indian who can’t die. I’m the worst dream America ever had.” ― Stephen Graham Jones, The Buffalo Hunter Hunter

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

When you are least expecting something to happen, maybe even have forgotten you are SUPPOSED to be expecting something... BAM! ...You get slammed, in the most delightful way, by something Unexpected. #AuthorSky #WritingCommunity

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Tasavvur Magazine @tasavvurnama.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

In this issue, read stories about the entanglement of recincarnation and portals, posession on the night train, dealing with complex parental issues and a carnal robot. Read the issue on our website. [🔮 #tasavvurnama #speculativefiction #Southasian #issue17 #fyp]

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Indie Book Spotlight @bookspotlight.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

We love a good U-turn 🥳🔥

WHAT JUST HAPPENED? Another school district has banned AI from being used in the classroom by students across all grades. While this isn't the first ban of its kind that we've seen, what's interesting is that it was introduced just weeks after the district started piloting Google Gemini for older students.
Frederick County became the latest school district to ban AI use in the classroom this week, voting 6-1 to restrict the technology from pre-K through 12th grade.

Justin Heid, president of the Frederick County Education Association, said that several educators are returning to traditional paper-and-pencil assignments instead of computer-based work because they are concerned students might use AI to complete their work. It's a strategy that some have been using since ChatGPT exploded in popularity three years ago.

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Finally moved to the new Apartment. Mostly settled. Now the WORK begins 👻

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Moving to a new place is exciting but the in-between phase SUCKS! Can't wait to settle so I can resume writing and crafting. Haven't written a word in over a month and it's suffocating. #Authorsky #booksky

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Kara Jorgensen @authorkaraj.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

To help offset the costs of Katie's recheck vet bill in September, I'm running a sale on the Reanimator Mysteries on Itchio. You can grab each book for 50% off or all 4 for $10 (or more, should you want to donate more). itch.io/s/198894/pay... Shares are greatly appreciated!

A grey black background with the head Katie's appointment sale and book bundle
beneath it is a picture of katie (black dog with a white, semi bald nose with a scar) and on the other side are the covers for the four books in the reanimator mysteries series (the reanimator's heart, the reanimator's soul, the reanimator's remains, and the reanimator's fate)
in between, it says my dog katie had a soft tissue sarcoma removed from her nose and had radiation. the vet bills have been a lot of money and she has a recheck in september. to offset the cost, I'm putting the reanimator mysteries on sale for 50% off on itchio. you can grab all 4 for $10

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Clarkesworld @clarkesworldmagazine.com · 23/08/2026

Slowly closing in on our goal of giving the team a raise for our 20th anniversary. Subscribe at: clarkesworldmagazine.com/subscribe/

We're running a subscription drive!
Clarkesworld will publish its 20th anniversary issue in October and we'd like to recognize this milestone by giving our staff and contributors a raise. Each new subscriber brings us one step closer to reaching our goal. We're within 170 subscribers of our target.

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Question for authors out there. I have a published book in Pakistan but I want to find an agent who will take that book and find a global home for it. Do I pitch that book OR pitch the new manuscript (WIP) along with the published book? Clueless, therefore advice is welcome. #authorsky #booksky

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Sometimes I have a lot to say. Sometimes I have zero thoughts. So just because I am pushing myself to be more active on bluesky so ppl notice me and my book here is a photo of my cat admiring a gift I recently got from a friend. #booksky #authorsky #catsky

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

I ignore a lot of sh*t because I hate drama. But, don't let that fool you because I fear no one. #Mood

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

June was crazy, in a good way. Launched my small Bookish whimsicraft business and been busy streamlining everything so all Social activities took a backseat. Gotta hustle and earn to break bread first friends. Writing cannot be fueled with just passion. #writingcommunity #authorsky

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Watching season 2 of the Live Action Avatar: The last Air Bender. Most characters are great but Azula is too dead in expressions and aggression compared to the animated perfection. Meh! #avatarthelastairbender #takingabreak

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

This is 💯 true...or I speculate it so!

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

I miss bluesky! It's hard to stay social while trying to earn to pay bills to keep the rent going and internet bill so I can stay social. Life is a weird loopy loop loop. #writingcommunity #authorsky

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Hello! I am Maliha. I write a mix of dark fantasy and absurd horror. I love blending dark humour with Creepy Pakistani folklore and squeeze wonder on top. My stories will make you laugh or scare you and, if not your cuppa tea, you might hate them. It's ok, atleast I tried. #HorrorWritersChat

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

As an author the biggest struggle is believing in myself. Most readers message to tell me they loved my stories, but few others who didn't think much, a couple who were unimpressed...All this confuses me and thickens and hardens my imposter syndrome shell. Who am I? #WritingCommunity #authorsky

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Toxic ppl who enjoy giving unsolicited advice...find a hobby, please. It will be good for you, me and everyone. Just get do something to preoccupy that empty, bored ass brain of yours. Pick up a book.

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

I love this so much! Excerpt from "City of Others" by Jared Poon. #currentread #booksky #fantasylitfic

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Currently Reading "City of Others" by Jared Poon and it's so absurdly fun. Undead ducklings? Gimme! @jaredpoon.bsky.social #Booksky #CurrentRead 💙📚🪐

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Librarians have definitely played THE role in making me fall in love with books and writing. When I was in school I was an introvert who used to hide in the library. Librarians were my friends and they used to recommend books to me. That is how I found Tolkien. #Booksky

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

It's been so long since I read Percy Jackson but my nieces and nephews are finally reading the series and love discussing the books with me. Refreshes my memory while giving me joy from their excitement 😊 #Booksky #PercyJackson 💙📚🪐

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

I enjoy wordplay in dark fantasy. I love coming up with interesting new words and names, BUT, mutilation of existing words/names is where I draw the line. Kaethrynn? Trys'than? I am totally fine with original names! Have you come across some of these? Share! #booksky #writingcommunity #sfflit

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

Decided to do something to distract myself from distress and started watching Bloodborne Game Lore. I don't have time to play video games (though I wish I did) so I watch a lot of game lore. Love it. #authorsky #writingcommunity #gamelore

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Bloodborne: Hunter and the Full Moon

ALT: Bloodborne: Hunter and the Full Moon

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

It's frustrating to live in a country with limited opportunities & appreciation for Creatives. Rent and fuel cost is high, inflation is off the charts and we are supposed to just smile and stay positive. Landlord just upped the rent AND told us to leave in a few months. Sunday turned Sour 💔 #FML

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

I have had anger issues due to, well, being a YES person and suppressing my emotions because I was told to be nice no matter what. After too many years of suppression, emotional abuse and trauma I tried multiple ways to heal. For me two combinations worked...read more below... #writingcommunity

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

Eventful week due to Eid Holidays. It was challenging, mostly because of extremely hot weather. Relaxing today with air fried chicken nuggets and ice cold water, reading Joe Abercrombie and not thinking about all the work that will follow tomorrow... trying not to think. #authorsky #booksky

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

My cat decided that today will be the rare blue moon day I snuggle with mama...I am absolutely still. Won't be moving anytime soon! #catmom #writingcommunity

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

I took out my box of craft material and FINALLY started a project. Is it just me or do others also get arts and crafts stuff but then forget about it 😄😅 P.s: currently writing my second book so don't know why I even started something New! #writingcommunity #Amwriting #wip

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Came home after a long day and all I was thinking of was changing into comfy PJ's and read a book. Nope. My cat alerted me , because I was about to plop my bag on the bed. My sister's dog peed on my bed. FUMING. Tired and now this! #PETLIFE

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

When special occasions and holidays fall during hot weather 🌡️ I can't deal uuhgh. Just don't want to get out and get dressed...meh

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Sunkissed Peaks @sunkissedpeaks.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

It’s really frightening.

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Very Cool, Very Cool Pope 😎

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Me.... that's how I am too Ralph!

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

No, you don't need to dumb down your writing because of AI. If you have found your voice, that tone that reflects your own personal style, then you are good. Your work holds a bit of your soul and imagination through your written words. AI can only regurgitate shit. #writingcommunity #authorsky

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The Whimsical Muse @whimsicalmuse.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Surround yourself with the kind of people who are proud to have a library card.

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Not easy being an author these days. Other than WRITE we have to be active on Socials, become a meme,market ourself, network as MUCH as possible, take "prestigious" workshops to improve our chances of acceptance . . . Am I missing anything? 😕 #booksky #authorsky #writingcommunity

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Such a MESS 🤦🏻‍♀️

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Maliha Rao @talesbymaliha.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Veil of Shadows was soooo good but I am left with so much heartbreak and tears 😭💔😭💔 WHY ARE CDRAMAS SO SAVAGE! #Veilofshadows #cdrama #epicfantasy

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