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I don't know why this makes me so stupidly happy to see my book in Paris -- but thank you @gabino.bsky.social and happy reading!

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

I wasn't sure if Pittsburgh City Paper still covered books, so this is nice to see!

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

It figures that my alter ego's book is better liked than my own books. 🤣🤣🤣

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Reposting for the Monday crowd... Your ratings really help (and an Amazon "review" only needs to be a couple of words). 🖤🖤🖤

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

If you want to help an author, please remember to rate their books on Amazon! Everything these days is determined by algorithms, and ratings really help. (An Amazon "review" only has to be a couple of words...!) THANK YOU!! 🖤🖤🖤

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Thank you to @barnesandnoble.com for including SOMETHING OF A CALLING on their list of 31 Best Books to Read for Halloween!! "This supernatural crime story follows a detective struggling to make sense of a string of bodies w/ unexplained, inhuman teeth marks." www.barnesandnoble.com/blog/31-best...

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31 Best Books to Read for Halloween

From straight-up horror to horror with a side of humor, we’ve got you covered for the month of October. These 31 best books to read for Halloween include debuts, modern classics and, of course, the King. Build a blanket fort, grab your flashlight and prepare yourself for hours of terror.

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

To write under a pen name or not? There were many things to consider, and this essay - like the novel #AuthorLife - is a peek into the publishing process. www.writersdigest.com/who-am-i-wri...

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Who Am I? Writing Under a Pseudonym

Author Joe Zagets (also known as, bestselling author Zoje Stage) explains why writers should consider writing under a pseudonym.

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Bad Hand Books @badhandbooks.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

.@ala-booklist.bsky.social raves about #Authorlife by Joe Zagets (aka @zojestage.bsky.social). You're going to want to add this novel to your TBR if you haven't yet. Get it wherever books are sold. www.barnesandnoble.com/w/authorlife...

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

I AM Joe Zagets...and Joe Zagets is me. And today is "our" book's birthday. Welcome to the world, #authorlife!! 😁🤗

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

In case you haven't heard, I am Joe Zagets (and Joe Zagets is me), and "our" satire/thriller about the publishing industry officially goes on sale 9/22! (It seems to already be available on Bookshop and Amazon, if you don't feel like waiting.) 😁

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

I've never seen my books displayed like this!! ❤️😯❤️ This was at Barnes and Noble Settlers Ridge, where I had an event yesterday. I signed a *lot* of books! 😂✍️

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

I'm feeling incredibly grateful for this YouTuber - and I'm not kidding when I say I burst into tears 3 times while watching this (loud sobbing that scared my cats). The low ratings of my books has really been bothering me and this was a HUGE pick-me-up. 🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤 www.youtube.com/watch?v=HHrV...

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Ranking Every ZOJE STAGE Book (including her newest book SOMETHING OF A CALLING)

YouTube video by The Bookish Drummer

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

I remembered to take a few pics at the @riverstonebooks.bsky.social launch for SOMETHING OF A CALLING. I *never* remember, so though I didn't get a pic of everyone before we got started at least I can convey the mood. It was so good to see people..I really need to get out of the house more often. 😂😭

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

I interviewed my main character, Andy! 😁

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Thank you, @masinger.bsky.social!! I enjoyed working with you so much!

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

AUTHORLIFE ebook now available for preorder!!

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Thank you so much to @publisherswkly.bsky.social for this review of SOMETHING OF A CALLING! 💚 Just 5 more days!! ⭐ Book launch 9/16 @ @riverstonebooks.bsky.social (link in bio for more ino) 🎉

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

I'm beyond excited and grateful to share this feature article from the Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle. Adam is a phenomenal journalist and is such a pleasure to speak with! jewishchronicle.timesofisrael.com/pittsburgh-a...

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Pittsburgh author’s newest thriller makes no mystery of animals, earth

'I'm not subtle in the point that I'm making, and I'm not trying to be'

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Why yes, it is true - I have TWO (very different) books coming out this month: AUTHORLIFE, written under my penname Joe Zagets, is a satire/thriller about the publishing industy; SOMETHING OF A CALLING is an eco-horror about a woman - and a world - on the brink of change.

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Lots of book stuff happening today - including this glowing review from Publishers Weekly! Only ONE more week to pub day! Official launch 9/16 at @riverstonebooks.bsky.social Sq. Hill.

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

We're at the 2 WEEK countdown! Which probably means I'm about to become very annoying, posting stuff everyday, lol (sorry not sorry). Kisses to everyone who's pre-ordered...and there's *still time* (this book is rather beautiful, IMHO). BOOK LAUNCH 9/16 @ 7pm @riverstonebooks.bsky.social

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

I haven't had a book launch for a few years so I'm making this one festive! Swag, stickers, vegan bitesize cupcakes (probably vegan cookies too) - and of course we'll chat about SOMETHING OF A CALLING! I've even got special metallic pens for signing books! Free event but please register(link in bio)

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Our first trade review! Thank you @ala-booklist.bsky.social! It is now just 5 WEEKS to pub day!!!!

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

First signed copies of SOMETHING OF A CALLING!

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

LOOK WHAT JUST ARRIVED! Finished hardcovers of Something of a Calling! Before I can open the box I need to feed the cats...and decide if I want to do an unboxing video. 😹

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

You'll have TWO chances to see me in Pittsburgh to chat about SOMETHING OF A CALLING and sign books!

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Just SEVEN more weeks until SOMETHING OF A CALLING hits shelves! Now is a great time to pre-order your favorite format (the hardcover edition features sprayed edges and special interior design!). On sale 9/15/26! 😁

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

👇👇👇👇👇 (Of course, they know the elections are fine. This is just fascism in progress.)

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

I've historically been a little shy about doing podcasts, but I had such a great time talking to Saffron Asteria about all things SOMETHING OF A CALLING. And by "all things" I mean the world, the environment, evil, writing stuff, etc. Check it out here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=19e5...

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BOOKED with Author Zoje Stage

YouTube video by BOOKED

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

SOMETHING OF A CALLING will be unleashed on the world in just over 2 months...but early readers have been posting their reviews! Available 9/15 from @blackstonepub.bsky.social, you can preorder the special edition hardback, trade paperback, ebook, or audiobook from wherever you prefer to buy books!

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Trump uses the Constitution as his personal diaper, then tries to make the nation's 250th birthday about himself. Then there's the shameful theft of millions of our taxpayer dollars, while he keeps lining his pockets. And the GOP & SCOTUS just kiss ass and hand the country over to a madman.

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Back from the hospital and my 997th colonoscopy. Maybe it's only been 25, I've lost count. 😂😭

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

You know, having an autism diagnosis explains a LOT about why I've always hated stories that center on a main character telling a lie -- from sitcoms to detective mysteries to thriller novels...it makes me crazy...😵‍💫

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Less than 3 months until SOMETHING OF A CALLING hits shelves, but you can pre-order the gorgeous, sprayed-edge hardcover from @barnesandnoble.com now! #BNPreorder www.barnesandnoble.com/w/something-...

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Good morning from Mama and twin babies! I have confirmed, by the way, that I have two mama does coming by regularly - this one, and one who may be her mother (with a fawn of her own, that was born here!).

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

I bought a pole saw and just pruned a tree -- yes, I'm a 5'1" badass homeowner. 😂

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Behold the hardcover edition of SOMETHING OF A CALLING in all its beauty. 😍 Coming Sept. 15 from @blackstonepub.bsky.social (available for preorder from everywhere you buy books)!

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Zoje Stage @zojestage.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

For any new followers who might not know: Yes, the children's book featured in BABY TEETH (and DEAR HANNA) exists as a real book! And it's adorably creepy. 😁

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