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Ceci Li

@writerceci.bsky.social
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YA romance writer/blogger/opinionated reader with a cringy sense of humor Represented by Amelia Appel at Triada US co-host of: @sparksandscribbles.bsky.social My links: linktr.ee/writerceci Read with me: creepingbetweenthemargins.com

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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Well… I think I’ve decided my fictional world is much better than this real one…
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
organizing my idea bank made me realize how many projects I could create simply by projecting different aspects of my own flaws into my main characters…sure, this stimulates my creativity, but what does it say about my personality 😂 guess I’m a #flawedcharacter indeed. #romcom all the way.
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
I wish I could have Lola Tung narrate all my ya romcoms. Just throwing it into the internet ether of wishing well… 🪙
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
One man’s meh book can be another man’s five-star read. Totally not me weeping happy tears at the ending of The Poppy Field. The mediocre 3.6 rating on Goodreads doesn’t change how much I love this book. #booksky #reader
The Poppy Fields
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Nothing beats that warm fuzzy feeling of rereading your highlighted quotes from your favorite books on a quiet evening. #booksky #readers
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
I don’t read blurbs before starting books. If my brain goes, “what’s this book about and why can’t it get to the point?” I’ll know the story isn’t for me. But if my brain goes, “what‘s this book about and why can’t I put it down?” I’ll know it’s my 🍀 day Today’s 🍀: Jason Mott’s People Like Us #books
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
How contradictingly funny, that we spent almost our entire childhood to learn how to think, only to use the rest of our adulthood to teach ourselves to stop thinking the way we did before. #heal #childhoodtrauma #mentalhealth
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
Have you ever loved a book so much that you hung onto its every word until you get to the end, and it utterly disappointed you? Almost like I thought I loved someone, but instead of reciprocating my love, it stabbed me in the back instead. I need some cookie dough ice cream… #reader #booksky
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
Don’t you just love every weekend morning when you want to sleep in but your little one bursts into your room, wakes you up, says “Mommy, I’m going to give you a face massage,” and starts poking your eyebrow with a piece of Lego that’s shaped like a flame? #momlife #SleepIsOverRated
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Cloud Characters Touching
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
What song automatically puts you into a good mood? Mine is…shamelessly… Paint the Town Red 💃🏻 💃🏻 💃🏻 #game
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Idea list and reading list are both growing too fast…pretty sure at this point, I won’t have enough hours in my life time to check off everything on either lists… Anyone else have this problem? #ya #writesky #writingcommunity #booksky
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
A lot of Chinese paranormal mythologies teach people that although monsters and spirits are scary, humans are the real evil-doers? Can’t wait to dive back into my #YAhorror in the fall after reading another great ghost story. What reality is lacking, fiction needs to make up for it. #writesky
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
At swimming lesson: My son to his swimming instructor: How old are you? Swimming instructor: 24. My son: oh god. My daughter: not as old as our mom. She was born in the last century. Thanks, guys. Lots of love. #momlife
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
Book 1, Theo, the golden retriever, best friend's boyfriend: “No way,” Theo hollers. He peers over with a smirk. “Dude, are you the mystery date?” Great, he can’t memorize the difference between the mitochondria and the nucleus from our tutoring sessions, but this he remembers. #writingcommunity
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
The same actors in one show can give you completely different vibes in another. What makes them memorable is not only captivating performance, but also characterization. A great character can make a great story. So #writers, be bold and create those awesome characters! #writesky
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Anyone who loves a good revenge story and enjoys k drama should watch Teach You A Lesson on Netflix. It is serious and hilarious at the same time, waking you up to the uglies in the world but also giving a spark of hope that maybe there are heroes who want to change the world for the better. #kdrama
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
#sparksandscribbles The amount of influence my side characters have on my protagonists is exactly why I love/hate them. Pushing and challenging flaws and false beliefs. The best way. #ya #kidlit #writesky
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Sparks and Scribbles - A Creative Writing Community @sparksandscribbles.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Happy Friday from #SparksAndScribbles with our quote of the week! #AmWriting #Writing #Writer #Author #BookSky #AuthorSky #amquerying #amediting #amagented #WritingCommunity #WriteSky
“You don't write novels for a reaction. You write novels for very personal reasons.” — Brett Easton Ellis
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
I usually make my antagonist the exact opposite of my protagonist in the sense that they press on the protagonists’ weaknesses. Protagonist seeks reassurance? Antagonist takes away their confidence. Protagonist seeks love and attention? Antagonist gives them distance and harsh disciplines #writesky
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
With the summer started and the kids all riled up with extra energy, I decided I was going to go on a reading spree for the next two months instead of stressing myself out on drafting. Time to make a tiny dent on that 897 TBR list 😂 anyone have my number best? #booksky #writesky #reader #books
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
#bookmark #booksky #reader #doodleart And here’s the final draft 😂 I hope I win, but if I don’t, I hope I at least brought someone a chuckle.
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
I did a quick doodle for my local library’s bookmark contest. Think I can win this one? #bookmark #booksky #reading #doodles #librariesarethebest
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
I don’t have any animal friends in book 1, but there’s a majestic Husky in book 2 that scared the bejesus out of my male protagonist 😂 it was so fun to write #yaromcom #writesky
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 06/06/2026
Holy smokes what a roller coaster ride of a book! That’s Not My Name by Megan Lally is soooooo good! I was on the edge of my seat the whole time I listened to it. A YA thriller to impress, and with likable characters too! I hope they make it into a movie. #booksky #bookrec #reader #yathriller
That’s not my name by Megan Lally
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Sparks and Scribbles - A Creative Writing Community @sparksandscribbles.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
Happy first Friday of June from #SparksAndScribbles with our quote of the week! #AmWriting #Writing #Writer #Author #BookSky #AuthorSky #amquerying #amediting #amagented #WritingCommunity #WriteSky
“This thing between me and my writing is the strongest bond I have ever had.” — Katherine Anne Porter
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
I have two book recs but I’m tooooo lazy to write a full blown review lately (eventually I will)…everyone should read Deathly Fates by Tesia Tsai and Death and Other Occupational Hazards by Veronika Dapunt! Both have loads of mystery, dark elements, and fantastic writing! #booksky #readers #books
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Remember the good old days when ladies used to dream about our husbands cheating, then wake up really angry? Now I get to dream about my preteen daughter acting completely and utterly rebellious and wake up in an even more foul mood… #momlife
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
#sparksandscribbles Book 1, the father of my fmc, and book 2, the grandmother of my mmc. Hands down the family I wish I could have in real life. #yaromcom #foundfamilyisbest
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Amelia Appel @ameliaappel.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
🚨SCAM ALERT🚨: I’ve heard from multiple writers that someone pretending to be me has been asking for their material (usually through an “editor” referral). This is a scam. I am currently closed to queries and encourage you to exercise caution when receiving these kinds of emails from ANYONE.
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
A rabbit was eating grass in our backyard. My 8yo son: do you think I can catch this rabbit? My husband: if you catch it, I’ll give you $2000 dollars. Son: really? Husband: yes. And now my son has been out in the yard chasing the rabbit for the last ten minutes… #momlife
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
When you read a book and suddenly a name sake character comes up, but you don’t like that character 🫠😑😑😑😑 #booksky #reader #MurderTakesAVacation #cozymystery
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
懵懂时:看山是山,看水是水。 成长时:看山不是山,看水不是水。 悟到后:看山还是山,看水还是水。
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
#sparksandscribbles In book 1, Maggie’s belief is strongly affected by her mother, but falls in love with someone who is the opposite of that. In book 2, Lily defies the community beliefs and escapes her family, only to meet a boy who prioritizes cultural values before anything else. #yaromcom
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Sparks and Scribbles - A Creative Writing Community @sparksandscribbles.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Happy Friday from #SparksAndScribbles with our quote of the week! #AmWriting #Writing #Writer #Author #BookSky #AuthorSky #amquerying #amediting #amagented #WritingCommunity #WriteSky
“Work finally begins when the fear of doing nothing exceeds the fear of doing it badly.” — Alain de Botton
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
#sparksandscribbles In my book 1, Maggie’s goal is to get the attention of her crush. In book 2, Lily’s goal is to get away from her father. #writesky
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 10/05/2026
It’s amazing how a book can quickly pull you out of a reading slump in the most unexpected way possible @tesiatsai.bsky.social ‘s Deathly Fates is so much fun to get into and I can’t wait to see what Ren and Siying get themselves into. #fantasy #asianpacificislanderheritagemonth #booksky #readers
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Amy Poehler's Perfect Chef's Kiss
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Sparks and Scribbles - A Creative Writing Community @sparksandscribbles.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
Happy Friday from #SparksAndScribbles with our quote of the week! #AmWriting #Writing #Writer #Author #BookSky #AuthorSky #amquerying #amediting #amagented #WritingCommunity #WriteSky
“You’ll find the story will take on an energy of its own, like a wound-up spring, and then you’ll just have to follow it,” — Janet Fitch
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
Happy May, #writingcommunity! Can’t believe it’s here already. It’s been four days into the month, and I’ve already lived through a few emotional ups and downs. Hope you’re surviving this year with a smile! Just remember, if you’re feeling low, you’re not alone! #mentalhealthawarenessmonth
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
#sparksandscribbles In book 1, my protagonist values family and parental expectations. In book 2, my fmc values courage and friendship, while my mmc values family and meaningful connections. #yaromcom #kidlit #writesky
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 03/05/2026
#characterdoodle #writesky #doodle #yaromcom #writingcommunity When you’re bored with your Kindle Scribe and your character pops up in your head to say hi! 👋 It’s quite liberating knowing progress is more important than a perfect end product. Love my character, love my story!
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Sparks and Scribbles - A Creative Writing Community @sparksandscribbles.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Happy first Friday of April from #SparksAndScribbles with our quote of the week! #AmWriting #Writing #Writer #Author #BookSky #AuthorSky #amquerying #amediting #amagented #WritingCommunity #WriteSky
“I have found that a story leaves a deeper impression when it is impossible to tell which side the author is on.” — Leo Tolstoy
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
Being a #writer, the ups and downs on this lovely yet exasperating path is no joke. I go from loving every word I wrote to the worst imposter syndrome in matter of hours. Did you know May is #mentalhealth month? Let’s support each other in #writingcommunity, because no one can do this alone.
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
How weird is it to dream of something crazy and “wake up” in your dream to write the idea down, only to wake up for real dreaming about that…almost feels like inception. Maybe we truly are living in a parallel world where dreams are just alternative universes… #writingcommunity #writerlife
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
#sparksandscribbles Book 1, my protagonist’s biggest fear is becoming the disappointment in her mother’s eyes. Book 2, my protagonist fears people will hate her once they see who she is. #writingcommunity #writesky #yaromcom #kidlit
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Sparks and Scribbles - A Creative Writing Community @sparksandscribbles.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Happy Friday from #SparksAndScribbles with our quote of the week! #AmWriting #Writing #Writer #Author #BookSky #AuthorSky #amquerying #amediting #amagented #WritingCommunity #WriteSky
“Language does not always have to wear a tie and lace up shoes.” — Stephen King
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
#sparksandscribbles In my first book, my protagonist would self implode…she’s not good at being the center of attention and hates small talk socializing. In my second, my protagonist would shimmer with pride because she loves to be in the spotlight! #yaromcom #writingcommunity
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Sparks and Scribbles - A Creative Writing Community @sparksandscribbles.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
Happy Friday from #SparksAndScribbles with our quote of the week! #AmWriting #Writing #Writer #Author #BookSky #AuthorSky #amquerying #amediting #amagented #WritingCommunity #WriteSky
“Good writing is always about things that are important to you, things that are scary to you, things that eat you up.” —John Edgar Wideman
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
#sparksandscribbles #wip protagonist is a short queen spitfire! She has may artistic talents, but her favorite hobby is making her nemesis blush. #yaromcom
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Ceci Li @writerceci.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
One of my writer friends told me to stop calling my first drafts "vomit drafts". "They're unpolished diamonds," she said. And I feel like I should share it with the #writingcommunity as well.
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a close up of a diamond with blue spots on it
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Sparks and Scribbles - A Creative Writing Community @sparksandscribbles.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
Happy Friday from #SparksAndScribbles with our quote of the week! #AmWriting #Writing #Writer #Author #BookSky #AuthorSky #amquerying #amediting #amagented #WritingCommunity #WriteSky
“Writers may be disreputable, incorrigible, early to decay or late to bloom, but they dare to go it alone.” —John Updike
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