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a hand holding a mounted screenprint of three realistic-looking rooks with a blue background. The top rook is perched on a branch, the middle one is cawing and the bottom one is walking along.

✨morning campers! my newsletter subscribers got first dibs on this rook screenprint I found recently that I did in 2017. They snapped up the first two & there are just TWO left, signed, numbered, dated and mounted ready for framing

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The cover of The Summer Goddess by Joanne Hall, art by Ken Dawson The image shows the back view of a cloaked (but not hooded) warrior with her sword out. The is standing on the shore of a lake. There are mountains in the distance. Celtic knotwork decorates the corners of the cover.

Coming in April, we are bringing back Jo Hall's award-nominated novel, The Summer Goddess.
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TL;DR Labour's policies:
🚨Increase use of irregular routes
🚨Increase human trafficking
🚨Increase number of people forced to be undocumented
🚨Force people into deprivation
🚨Leave, particularly women and children, at risk
🚨Cost more than current policies
🚨Violate international law
10/ #r4today

NHS official pushed to add patient data to Palantir platform whilst also advising company

A lobbyist who worked directly for Peter Mandelson, on the Palantir board, and on the board of *four* NHS trusts.

Lobbying the NHS to hand over even more patient data to Palantir.

This absolutely stinks. Get Palantir out of the NHS. Sign my petition:

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Logo for Meanjin In 2028 Brisbane, each letter showing a picture of a speculative fiction-related image. The letter M contains an image of an Indigenous adventurer with a snake and a wooden walking stick, viewing a futuristic city with flying transport vehicles. The letters EAN contain an image of an Indigenous woman with long, curly hair, viewing the planets, stars, and constellations. The letters JIN contain an image of an Indigenous Elder in a canvas jacket wearing an Outback hat accompanied by three stylistic dingoes in a lush green Australian bush / forest. The snake's multi-coloured body weaves through the images from the M to the last N. The letter B is a dark purple swirl with many orange beast eyes, the letter R is a hovering UFO sending a beam of light down to the ground below, the letter I is a rocket blasting off, the letter S is an android, the letter B is an astronaut with a moon in the background sky, the letters A and N are of a spaceship flying over a red planet with another large orange planet in the sky behind it, and the letter E is a green Australian frog.

The Brisbane in 28 Worldcon Bid is now Officially on the LAcon V Site Selection Ballot!

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The cover of The Hand of the King's Evil by Chaz Brenchley. Art by Ben Baldwin. The main image shows a group of people flying over a castle at night on a magic carpet. The frame shows various elements from the story. An 'ifrit and a djinn; Elisande and Julianne; a scimitar and a sword; Hasan and a Patric monk.

Coming in April, Book 5 in Chaz Brenhcley's epic Outremer series, this time with added magic carpet!
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I am delighted to share this news for @chazbrenchley.bsky.social !

This is exciting: I’ll be on a panel talking about the Fight Like A Girl anthologies at Llandeilo Lit Fest in April. I haven’t done any events for AGES so I’m really looking forward to it - especially as it’s on home turf, just down the road from where I grew up 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

a print: two scruffy cartoon crows are having a conversation. Crow 1 has a clipboard in its claw with two options on it. Crow 1: are you a girl or a boy? crow 2: I am a crow crow 1: i'm sorry that option isn't available

still one of the smartest things I've made IMO

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I referenced JK Fowling so as appropriate pennance :-
If you are a #trans creator of any type (writing, music, art, ceramics, whatevs) drop a link to your work here and I will enthusiastically repost it. Let's boost trans art!

Partner of sitting Labour MP among three arrested on suspicion of spying for China Exclusive: Trio arrested by counter-terrorism police understood to also include partner of a former Labour MP

Well at least they weren’t in the pay of American techbros. But seriously Labour, are there no depths to which you will not sink?

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I pulled it back and struck again with the flat, making more of them recoil; the blade caught another and cut it, sent it twitching, it to the floor. The maw puckered at me, grotesque in its eagerness, and I slammed a boot down on a tentacle that was winding close to my booted ankle, skidding as the metal rasped over the stone. Then there was nothing left between myself and it. Right, you rotting beast. I could see its flank clearly now; the open maw, the buds of new tentacles. And I could see where it was layering up defences, a thickening of metal and stone to protect itself against me. But the spidery tentacles came again; more of them emerging from the outermost sides of the maw. An eye opened above it, the raw facets of some long-forgotten crystal. And then, I had an idea.

It is Book Quote Wednesday and the word is 'open'. This snippet from the Fight Like A Girl #1 re-issue comes from Danie Ware's story, 'Unnatural History'. The book is on pre-order, launching at Eastercon.
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Graphic with blue abstract background and book cover of Wiz Duos 2 next to a quote from novella "Bring Me Home" by E.M. Faulds. The word "open" is highlighted in the text. Text reads: “We’re going to regreen this world, starting here. It’s not going to be without its hardships. Each of Us has made sacrifices. You can walk away; I won’t keep any of you against your will. But right now, you have to make a choice. A commitment. Okay?” And she left the circle, nodding to Harro. He stepped in, something hessian in hand. “Your mobiles, please and thank you very much.” He went to Phoebe first, holding the seed sack open. She pulled her phone out of her pocket. They’ll isolate you. Cut you off from the outside world. Be prepared. That’s what they’d told her. Still, she hesitated for a second. Her lifeline to her family in Alba, splash feeds, all her friends, almost all help. She stretched out her hand and put her phone in. Harro grinned at her. There wasn’t a glimmer of malice, but he was enjoying himself, that was for sure. After he’d been round with the sack, another Us member passed him a small handheld device with a little old school LCD screen. “Now, you all told me you had no implants when you joined the convoy. We’re going to make sure you weren’t telling me a lie.”

It's #BookQW and the word is "open".

Phoebe's stuck in New Australia spying on a cultish terrorist group in the outback.

Near future SF from a BSFA shortlisted author. Paired with a brilliant fantasy novella from @julietk.bsky.social!

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Without the walls to obscure his view, he could look down the slope of the headland to the town. The river mouth was a natural harbour, at least for ships with a shallow draught, and the town was perched right where it met the sea. It was far less impressive when you realised most of the buildings were derelict. You could tell which were still in use by the way the corrugated iron roofs were patched. Those open to the sky had already been completely cannibalised. One day there would be no more usable roofing material left. Perhaps then some would have to be salvaged from the jungle. The eye was never drawn to the town, however. The river stole the show. A river of rust―harsh orange with the glint of an oily film on the surface.

It's #BookQW, so let's take a look at the town called, by outsiders, 'The Rust Graveyard'.

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I was going to encourage you to back this one, but it looks like you are doing fine without me. Good show, people.

#LegendaryWednesday
Wales is not generally known for its lion population, but there is one famous example!
In Owain, or The Lady from the Fountain, the eponymous hero rescues a lion from a serpent. The beast repays his kindness by becoming his loyal companion, fighting at his side against many foes!

The cover for Psi-Tech by Jacey Bedford. Art by Bryan Ledgard. The image shows futuristic buildings on a plain surrounded by steep mountains. In the background a huge moon dominates the sky.

Cover reveal! This is Bryan Ledgard's amazing cover for the UK release (and US re-issue) of the first book in Jacey Bedford's Psi-Tech trilogy. Pre-orders coming soon. And yes, that does mean seven new books at Eastercon.

Or soup, but yes.

And Kubaba, the only woman on the Sumerian king list, who was once a tavern keeper

The cover for Fight Like A Girl #1, edited by Roz Clarke & Joanne Hall. The images shows a woman with short red hair wearing a vest, combat trousers and boots. She carried a machine gun. Around her are images of various playing cards showing items that she might use to fight with. Art by Oisin McGann.

Cover of Fight Like A Girl #2. Art by Oisin McGann. Image is of a brown-skinned girl in light armour wielding a Very Big Sword. She is surrounded by images of other things she might use to fight, not all of them obviously weapons.

We will be at the Llandeilo Lit Fest with our Fight Like A Girl books. We hope to see some of you there on April 26th
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I’m very partial to their Bonfire Stout

Tagging @jaceybedford.bsky.social

Swansea’s women-led brewery toasts success on International Women’s Day - Swansea Bay News Swansea’s Drop Bear Beer Co. celebrates International Women's Day, highlighting its growth from a Mumbles kitchen to acquiring the iconic Tomos Watkin brand.

Making beer. It is women’s work (and has been since the time of the Sumerians).

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Cover art by Ben Baldwin for The Green Man's Heir shows a carved wooden face made from oak leaves, with a spark of emerald light in the dark eye sockets. Book extract reads: Someone shook me awake. Brutal fingers dug into my biceps, lifting me up from the mattress. I opened my eyes and yelled. The Green Man’s leafy face was inches from my own, and the rich, earthy scent of the woodland filled the room. His emerald eyes bored into mine. I went rigid with shock. I blinked and he was gone, letting me fall back onto the bed. I was gasping for breath as though I’d just run a mile, and my bitten leg was burning. As I reached for the cream on my bedside table, my hand shook so much I knocked it onto the floor. Swearing, I reached down to retrieve it. At least that soothed some of the searing pain. It wasn’t just my leg that was hurting though; my upper arms ached viciously. The half-light of the moon through the sloping skylight showed me bruises already darkening on the pale skin above my tanned forearms. The marks of gripping fingers. This hadn’t been a dream. The door to the living room was open and I knew for certain I’d closed it.

Book Quote Wednesday's word is 'open' #BookQW #BookSky
Dan Mackmain's always been a loner. People say he doesn't let them in. He has a good reason. Dan can see into the supernatural world.
The Green Man's Heir is the first book in this modern fantasy series rooted in British myths and folklore.

WILL YOU SIGN THE LETTER? Not In Our Name: Women in support of the trans+ community notinourname.org.uk Sign held by Zack Polanski

Awesome to see @zackpolanski.bsky.social supporting the @nionwomen.bsky.social campaign of women opposed to transphobia.

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In "The Search for the Perfect Era: Speculative Fiction and Eutopian Imagination," @israelnoletto.bsky.social examines eutopia in contemporary SF, drawing attention to solarpunk & hopepunk whilst looking back to the influences of “Golden Age” SF.

Read it here: fafnir.journal.fi/article/view...

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On the blog, @stephengm.bsky.social reviews a happy surprise: Free Planet, Volume 1. "If it wasn't clear by now, in addition to being very good comics, this is very good science fiction..."
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I do now 😁

I have put it in the diary