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That sounds fun though, Philippa. Especially the poems x

Thanks, Catherine! I shall check it out x

Hi Phillipa! How are you doing? Great to see you here x

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Been a while Bluesky! Have I missed anything exciting?

I have been mostly off socials but hoping to reconnect with lots of lovely writing, illustrator and publishing folk. Follow recommendations welcome!

I had a fantastic long weekend in London then topped it all off with a visit to Roehampton Library where I finally got to hang with the formidable octoberjonesco.bsky.social and teach her how to snake dab.

Thanks so much for having me, October. You really are a true library hero 💛💛💛
#libraryhero

About to start a new project and there's a huge learning curve. But I honestly believe if you want to stay creative you need to stay open minded and keep experimenting. And I love learning so it's a perfect excuse to do another writing course. May not lead to anything but at least I'm having fun

What an absolutely gorgeous book launch. Cocktails, painting, pick n mix and lovely people and vibe, Amie Jordan has set a new standard for book launches 💜💜💜

Do check out Amie's fab new release All the Lost Souls, the second installment in her Manchester romantasy series All the Hidden Monsters

My pleasure. Thanks again for the copy x

A one-off chance to meet Curtis on his UK tour #queerlit #memoir

Seriously, since perimenopause, I don't need the cheese!!!

Loving this one by @elnorrywriter.bsky.social - coming 3rd July. Get your preorder in now!

Ha - just looked it up and it sounds like one of my dreams 🤣 Definitely on my list!

Ooh will take a look!

And it's set in Liverpool! Yay!

Not long to go and Maisie's books are great! We can't wait to read.

Kimberly Pauley: Fantasy Writing Workshop | Tunbridge Wells Literary Festival In a detailed and demonstrative two hour workshop, fantasy and TTRPG writer Kimberly Pauley will teach attendees how to write thrilling fantasy stories for all kinds of different audiences.

Tunbridge Wells, check out this fab fantasy workshop with my pal Kimberly Pauley

twlitfest.co.uk/event/842/

Happy birthday to Writing on the Wall 🎂🎁🥳

I loved joining the 25th birthday celebrations yesterday at @seftonparkpalmhouse. A gorgeous warm event with a whole host of amazing local authors many of who learnt their craft with WoW. Here's to many more years of radical writing 🙌👏

Tomorrow!!!

📆 May 4th, 1pm
📍Palm House, Sefton Park
🎫 This event is free, though we recommend arriving early to secure your place due to limited capacity.

Super excited to help @wowfest.bsky.social celebrate their 25th birthday on Sunday 🎉🥳 I will be on stage at 1.35 if you fancy coming along to say hello.

And be sure not to miss the brilliant Children's Laureate @frankcottrellboyce.bsky.social at 3pm.

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Today is the first #IndiePressDay organised by @sylphsea.bsky.social

Who are your favourite presses?

If you are an Indie Publisher/Press use this thread as a shout out.

I have everything by @charcopress.com and Red Circle Authors

#publishing #publisher #IndiePublisher #IndependentPublisher

Thanks for sharing, Jo. And thanks also to @blackwellsmcr.bsky.social for your support 💜

Aw thanks for sharing Jo. That's so exciting!!! (Not quite managed the Bluesky habit yet - you are doing much better than me!!)

Sorry your article has been used Jo 😡

Lovely to see you at the S of A meeting. Just back from holiday and ready to get started with the to-do list. Glad to see you are on it already x

A vacancy has recently opened up at the Big Green Bookshop for a new customer.

The ideal candidate will have a regular urge to buy lots of amazing books.

Please email biggreenbooks@gmail.com with a list of books you'd like to buy.

The position is available straight away.

Sign the Petition Protect authors’ livelihoods from the unlicensed use of their work in AI training

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Spring has sprung & so has the LATEST WRDMag.
That's not all. You can now read it online… for FREE!
Still available in print for those who like to turn the pages in person 😊
It's a CORKER! Stuffed with extracts, interviews & reviews for 8yrs+ & Xtra for teens. Spread the WRD! 📚😍

Sounds amazing and love the cover!

The cover for my next book, WILD JOURNEY! Huge thanks to @joe.lillington for this amazing cover and illustrations inside! And to @theweekjunior for the grand reveal - a first for the magazine and truly an honour for me ❤️❤️❤️
Available to preorder now! geni.us/WildJourney

Loki is coming, look busy!