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On this day in 2020 I published this blog post, that I think has some humour, about that time I was learning to bake a cake and had a date with a lady to taste it.
Uhm. If you are looking for something to smile about, this might be it.
https://www.dilmandila.com/love-story-homemade-birthday-cake
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When you read and write, sometimes you're the bunny, sometimes you're the knife 😜😂
@galacticwriters @writers @books @fantasy @bookstodon
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Question for my #AuDHD friends in the #WritingCommunity ...
Do you find listening to music while you write helps your focus/quiets the mind so you can focus on your writing? Or is it too much?
I switch between the two. Sometimes it really helps and sometimes its too much.
@actuallyautistic
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WoodPig Press opens to submissions on Monday. Well, if you're super keen, midnight on Sunday (i.e. 12 AM GMT 5/1/26). We've had LOTS of interest, and we've limited submission slots, so if you're planning on submitting, read on.
But first, a reminder of what we're about.
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Ah! I did it! I pushed that terrifying PUBLISH button 😱
My debut novel, _Fates Alight_, is officially coming out February 17, 2026.
It's already available for pre-order! (more stores are still being added)
https://books2read.com/fatesalight
I'm kind of freaking out (in a good way)(mostly hehe)
Our bi-weekly Writing Progress Review #8 is up. I know I'm massively biased on this, but I think that at least for other authors, some of this discussion might actually be interesting.
This episode, the progress part of our conversation takes on a relatively minor role as we focus more on process. I surprise Michael by producing a printed copy of my unfinished manuscript, something he would never consider doing! Last week's question was about when you kill a character off, and our answers also reflect on the huge differences between our approaches to writing.
The question for our next episode is on the use of AI in writing, and in creative pursuits in general. (Reluctantly, in my case. I'm just waiting for the hype bubble to burst so we can talk about something else instead.)
Note to authors about using "AI" art to promote your work
Long and Short Reviews is hosting a Winter Blogfest this week.
Every day I plan to reply to this thread with links to the posts and brief descriptions of the prizes you can win by commenting on them.
#Giveaway #Prizes #Bookstodon #ReadingCommunity #WritingCommunity #LongAndShortReviews
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Who could use a laugh?
Space Worms is here. Chaos is inevitable. Space Squad 51 is unstoppable. Get it now! https://buff.ly/N02v1f5
#Kindle #Kobo #Nook #Apple #GooglePlay
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#WritingCommunity, share some examples of good representation of people of faith (Abrahamic or not) you've seen in movies.
Can be something you watched recently or an old favorite 😊
A lot of new folks coming to the #fediverse and I need to update, so here's a new #introduction.
I work as a #video guy. An aspiring novelist looking to connect more with the #writingcommunity. My debut novel is with beta readers.
I'm a rare sports fan on #mastodon, cheering the #Packers, #DCU, #USMNT and #USWNT.
Other stuff you can expect: urbanism (#train and #bicycle in particular), #fitness (mostly weightlifting), #newmusic and #gaming (#tabletop and video).
I tend to follow back.
Last chance to buy book 5 in the Silk Rope Masters series!! Grab a copy before it ends.
https://www.evernightpublishing.com/kaden-by-suzy-shearer/
“I adored this story!”
“This book is AWESOME!!! This series and this book is a total must read. Super spicy and steamy.”
“This love story is so full of surprises and has an emotional depth that is amazing. Absolutely loved their journey to happiness and their naughty exploits too!”
#BDSM #maturecouple #romance #contemporary #newrelease #read #readromance #romance #romanceAuthor #romanceNovel #romanceNovels #bookstadon #WritersCoffeeClub #writingCommunity #wordweaver #creativity @bookstadon #romanceBooks #bookstodon
Hey.
You should check out my dark fantasy book Bloodspinner, because I'm writing a spin-off about my oversexed, brat-tacular imp Lura.
Yep, that's my high-effort pitch 😄
KINDLE: https://www.amazon.com/Bloodspinner-Chris-Jags-ebook/dp/B0DHV1S5DR
KOBO: https://www.kobo.com/ca/en/ebook/bloodspinner
#Mastobooks #books #DarkFantasy #WritingCommunity #KOBO #Kindle #reading
Last month, some authors were concerned at the news that Amazon would start to allow ebook buyers to download ebooks in ePub or PDF format if DRM was not enabled. Some authors that hadn't used DRM in the past considered enabling it to prevent these downloads.
The feature was rolled out recently, so I tried downloading three books (one of mine, and two traditionally published books) that don't have DRM.
When looking at my purchased books in the digital content area, some books had a "Download available in additional formats" note in the listing, and they had a "Download EPUB/PDF" option under "More actions".
On the books that I tried, clicking that option downloaded a zip file with a 72-character long file name starting "ebook-content." and a .zip extension. Examining the zip file, it's an ePub with a .zip extension. So changing the extension from .zip to .epub allows me to view it in an ebook reader.
No sign of a PDF in any of these cases.
I'm not impressed at how Amazon have implemented this change, but I still see no reason to enable DRM on any of my books.
~Robin
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This is probably one of the biggest reasons why I write 🤔😊
Only through play could I come up with a black hole demi-god character named Richard, long for Dick 😂
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@philosophy@lemmy.ml @philosophy@lemmy.world @psychology
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I love that The Expert of Subtle Revisions is on a list with Octavia Butler, Emily St. John Mandel, Emma Straus, Audrey Niffenegger and so many other great writers.
Let's Time Travel with 60 Reality-Bending Novels:
"a collection of interesting time-travel stories and temporal mischief. This specially curated list deliberately draws from all genres, and it’s actually pretty fascinating to see the range of styles and themes in circulation."
#books #writing #writersofmastodon #WritingCommunity #bookstodon @bookstodon
https://www.goodreads.com/blog/show/3028-let-s-time-travel-with-60-reality-bending-novels
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An Austen relative I’ve never heard of, but she seems like a hoot!
https://www.somersetlive.co.uk/news/history/dirt-vulgarity-after-jane-austens-10110403
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Like a lot of industries, the publishing industry's purpose is to put more money in the pockets of those who already have to much... 😒
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#Publishing
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So, what we should wish for is that every part of the writing process would be as quick as the idea 🤔
So, writers start looking for that magic lamp or whatever wish-giver you believe in...😁
Lets see what the disastrously hilarious consequences will be 😜
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#Ideas
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#DailyHandwriting 9, What would you take for lunch in the park?
I snuck in the following more obscure words:
- Epicure: one with sensitive and discriminating tastes.
- Halcyon: Idyllic time.
- Harbinger: something that foreshadows a future event.
Just a reminder that if you like my writing on Substack, it’s very likely that you will also like my book ‘Drystone - A Life Rebuilt’
If you buy it on bookshop.org you support me and indy bookshops.
https://uk.bookshop.org/a/15919/9781846976469
#Books #Book #Writing #WritingCommunity #Reading #Scotland #UK
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I am an amateur #writer and #photography is immensely interesting to me, and I deeply enjoy wandering, then finding beautiful, strange, and interesting things to capture.
I wouldn't mind being #professional though, so I have an idea I want to try-
I created a #kofi that's similar to #patreon where someone can #commision me for #writing as well as photography.
It's a draft, and #experimental but if you'd like to support or #FediHire me:
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My new #book is finally released! After 1.5 years I'm so happy with it! Introducing Seraphim & Succubus: A long Way Home Volume 1! #writingcommunity #indieauthor
Noah Foster, a humble country boy, is mysteriously sponsored to Lumos Academy, where elites train to fight deadly Voidborn breaches. Amid harsh trials, haughty angels, scheming monsters, and rival humans, he must prove his worth and uncover who sent him, and why, before the world pays the price.
Out now!!
Buy direct from Evernight and save $1.25!
Finn - The Silk Rope Masters, 6
https://www.evernightpublishing.com/finn-by-suzy-shearer/
Claire Reynolds, 55, never believed in soul mates, or love at first sight, until she literally ran into Finn O’Malley, 55. Something happened—something primeval, something like destiny calling, as they stared at each other.
A ‘happy ever after’ was theirs for the taking—and they grabbed it joyfully with both hands.
Mysterious floral gifts. A hidden agenda. A faux saviour. A watcher who finally acts. An act that intends death to Finn. An act that neither Finn or Claire may survive.
Be Warned: BDSM, anal sex, sex toys, public exhibition
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