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Josh Boldt

@joshaboldt.bsky.social

Writer of crime, mystery & Southern Gothic (MONEYMAKER pub June 2024). 4th novel in process. BoD Lexington Writer's Room. Lexington, KY. joshboldt.com #writing #nature #books #dogs

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Moneymaker Moneymaker - Kindle edition by Boldt, Josh. Download it once and read it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or tablets. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading Moneymaker.

Moneymaker is on a promo for a couple days. Can’t get better than FREE. Add a southern crime thriller to your TBR. #crimefiction #freebooks #thrillers #kindledeals

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31.07.2025 19:30 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Good to know. Mine has been hit twice now, so apparently she didn’t learn.

30.07.2025 14:50 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Friendly fire

30.07.2025 14:42 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

The house, on the other hand, still needs help. πŸ˜‚

30.07.2025 14:42 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

The housekeeper sniffed her just now and said there was no trace of smell. I can’t believe that concoction. Magic.

30.07.2025 14:41 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0

I can’t believe how well it worked. Wet them, use the mixture, rinse, then shampoo with regular dog soap. The last time she was skunked it smelled for months.

30.07.2025 13:28 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

But I’ll tell you what, the vet said to mix hydrogen peroxide, baking soda, and dawn dish soap, and then coat her in it. It worked like a miracle. No stink today.

30.07.2025 12:35 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 1
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Post-bath shame face

30.07.2025 12:33 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

Ruby got skunked last night by the worst skunk I’ve ever smelled. I swear it smelled like gasoline or some kind of corrosive fluid. She came in the house literally foaming and drooling so bad that @gwenda.bsky.social and I took her to the emergency vet.

30.07.2025 12:32 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
Witchy vibes publishing announcement for Offerings for Ordinary Gods, coming July 2026 from CLASH Books from meeeee!

Witchy vibes publishing announcement for Offerings for Ordinary Gods, coming July 2026 from CLASH Books from meeeee!

The official Publishers Marketplace announcement for my poetry collection, Offerings for Ordinary Gods, from CLASH Books! It's real! I made a thing!

The official Publishers Marketplace announcement for my poetry collection, Offerings for Ordinary Gods, from CLASH Books! It's real! I made a thing!

Darlings, I have some brilliants news!! If you've ever wanted a poetry collection from me, you're in luck! I'm working with the AMAZING folks at @clashbooks.bsky.social -- Offerings for Ordinary Gods, coming July 2026!!!

Mad love to @ericsmithrocks.bsky.social for everything!!!

Let's go, baby!

24.07.2025 15:51 β€” πŸ‘ 163    πŸ” 48    πŸ’¬ 59    πŸ“Œ 29

I do get that comparison sometimes. :)

19.07.2025 15:38 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Author photo of Josh Boldt standing on a rooftop parking lot in Lexington, KY. Quote says: β€œBoldt’s prose immerses and pulls the reader along with perfect pacing.” – Best Thriller Books

Author photo of Josh Boldt standing on a rooftop parking lot in Lexington, KY. Quote says: β€œBoldt’s prose immerses and pulls the reader along with perfect pacing.” – Best Thriller Books

Throwback to the author photoshoot last year and the book review by @fullybookedinky.bsky.social for Best Thriller Books. New novel is finished and coming soon!

19.07.2025 15:21 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Kentucky Equal Justice Center cites 'hard realities' in decision to close its doors The Kentucky Equal Justice Center is shutting down at the end of July.

The Kentucky Equal Justice Center is shutting down at the end of July in the wake of a federal freeze on grants and loans from the Trump administration.

18.07.2025 10:54 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1

Here at WUKY, Lexington's NPR affiliate, the CPB cuts will result in a 13% reduction in the station's budget, which translates to between $120,000 and $150,000.

18.07.2025 13:50 β€” πŸ‘ 17    πŸ” 12    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

I am in the querying process for my newest novel. Looking for agents or publishers who like books with non-traditional plots. The story is a blend of southern gothic, mystery, crime, literary, and romance. If you know someone, I would love to meet them. I want to find a home for this novel!

17.07.2025 18:46 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Bag of coffee named Mad Poet Blend

Bag of coffee named Mad Poet Blend

I mean, how could I not buy it? It tastes great too.

16.07.2025 16:20 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

🫡 Follow @wuky.org for Lexington news, local features, and excellent music!
Account is not automated - everything is lovingly handposted <3

16.07.2025 15:11 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

@wesblake.bsky.social @gwenda.bsky.social

16.07.2025 15:36 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Hey Kentuckians, @wuky.org just joined! Great journalism and music, and I've heard their website guy is cool.

16.07.2025 14:16 β€” πŸ‘ 14    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1
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Josh Boldt - Southern Crime Insider Stay in the loop with updates on new books and events from Southern crime writer Josh Boldt. Get sneak peeks of upcoming releases and enjoy exclusive access to special promotions and coupon codes.

Congrats to Scott L. from Tennessee and Candie H. from Arkansas, who both won FREE copies of Moneymaker yesterday! The giveaway was an email subscriber exclusive. The only way to win is to get on the list...

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15.07.2025 16:26 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

She’s pretty occupied with that stick at the moment but I’ll give her the message.

08.07.2025 20:37 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Photo of Zero Saints novel being read on a patio with a dog lying below.

Photo of Zero Saints novel being read on a patio with a dog lying below.

Just started. @gabino.bsky.social

08.07.2025 20:20 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Sounds great!

07.07.2025 02:54 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Woofie looks out onto the street

Woofie looks out onto the street

Ruby waiting like good girl

Ruby waiting like good girl

Ruby, Woofie, Dolly

Ruby, Woofie, Dolly

Ruby and Woofie playing beneath our two (drag) Queens of Kentucky pieces!

Ruby and Woofie playing beneath our two (drag) Queens of Kentucky pieces!

We went to the Writer’s Room to do a couple of things and took Ruby and Woofie. They had a big time as ever and also so cute when they were waiting for @joshaboldt.bsky.social to come back from parking.

03.07.2025 01:58 β€” πŸ‘ 14    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

At least I have another WIP, which just crossed 35,000 words today. That's like half a draft, right?

02.07.2025 20:55 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

What do you do to pass the time while you wait for agents to respond to your queries? Asking for a friend.

02.07.2025 20:55 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
A trio of excellence β€” Laura Lippman and SA Cosby’s latest

A trio of excellence β€” Laura Lippman and SA Cosby’s latest

Me with Megan and Laura’s books

Me with Megan and Laura’s books

Josh with the new SA Cosby

Josh with the new SA Cosby

The necessary book shopping on vacation β€” @joshaboldt.bsky.social and I got a good haul at Righton Books! @meganabbott.bsky.social @lauralippman.bsky.social @blacktopkid.bsky.social

25.06.2025 16:55 β€” πŸ‘ 16    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Josh and me next to a driftwood tree

Josh and me next to a driftwood tree

Driftwood beach view

Driftwood beach view

Driftwood beach

Driftwood beach

Driftwood beach

Driftwood beach

We went to see Driftwood Beach on Jekyll Island β€” where @joshaboldt.bsky.social rescued a beached shark on the shore by grabbing it and tossing it far out into the water. 😍

24.06.2025 18:12 β€” πŸ‘ 14    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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Join PINEVILLE TRACE cover artist Erik Rust and I this Sunday at A Likely Story Bookstore in Midway at 2 pm! We’ll talk about the inspiration behind the story and cover art. I have some exciting news to share! Hope to see you there! #booksigning #southernfiction πŸ’™πŸ“š

19.06.2025 22:26 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Teacher Required To Provide Own Salary

Teacher Required To Provide Own Salary

Teacher Required To Provide Own Salary
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16.06.2025 18:00 β€” πŸ‘ 2284    πŸ” 327    πŸ’¬ 22    πŸ“Œ 31

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