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Shelly Jones (they/them)

@shellyjones.bsky.social

English Prof. Editor at Analog Game Studies. Writer, gamer, nature nerd. BLM Game Over - Releases Nov 24! Player Elimination & Murder, She Rolled - Out now! https://tulepublishing.com/series/a-wren-winters-mystery/ https://shellyjonesauthor.com/

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Me to Shelly: I have a physical deformity that prevents me from having dreams.
Shelly to me: that's called middle age, baby.

Any image of a text. Me to Shelly: I have a physical deformity that prevents me from having dreams. Shelly to me: that's called middle age, baby.

16.11.2025 19:14 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Only one week left of this #goodreadsgiveaway! Check it out!

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13.11.2025 19:10 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
"In the Field." Shelly Jones.
β€œThe professor pulls down a shoebox of cassette tapes from the bookcase.”

"In the Field." Shelly Jones. β€œThe professor pulls down a shoebox of cassette tapes from the bookcase.”

"The Water Runner." Eugen Bacon.
β€œTheir sex gave the whale-bone unit and its thatched roof of albatross wings a sweet musty odor like a ripened durian fruit.”

"The Water Runner." Eugen Bacon. β€œTheir sex gave the whale-bone unit and its thatched roof of albatross wings a sweet musty odor like a ripened durian fruit.”

"Ama's Jungle." K-Ming Chang.
β€œWe had never seen the color green.”

"Ama's Jungle." K-Ming Chang. β€œWe had never seen the color green.”

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13.11.2025 16:17 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1

The beauty of literature is that there's something out there for everyone. Everyone has different tastes/likes/preferences. You can't please everyone, and that's okay! For those of you out there who write: keep writing.

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13.11.2025 16:21 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0

Because I think transparency is important on social media (to not fall into the trap of 'everything's perfect and amazing!'): following a glowing review, I received a negative review that found my characters flat and the use of a character's they/them pronouns "distracting."

13.11.2025 16:21 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Over the moon with this kind #bookreview from the Mystery Review Crew: "Player Elimination is the fabulous series starter in the now three-book Wren Winters Mystery series by Shelly Jones."

Read the full review here: mysteryreviewcrew.com/player-elimi...

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11.11.2025 20:29 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
β€œJones has a real talent for crafting mysteries that are both clever and satisfying, and this book is no exception. 
I highly recommend Murder, She Rolled to anyone who enjoys cozy mysteries with a sharp twist!” 
- Elaine on Goodreads

β€œJones has a real talent for crafting mysteries that are both clever and satisfying, and this book is no exception. I highly recommend Murder, She Rolled to anyone who enjoys cozy mysteries with a sharp twist!” - Elaine on Goodreads

Kind praise indeed for Murder, She Rolled! #bookreviews #cozymysteries

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10.11.2025 00:02 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Cover of New England Crime Bake program.

Cover of New England Crime Bake program.

Having a blast at the @necrimebakecon.bsky.social #Writing #writersconference #mystery

08.11.2025 14:45 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The #IndieInkAwards are back, and their nomination phase is open!πŸ†

If you enjoyed reading any of my books this year, please consider nominating all of them for their eligible categories. Nominations end Nov. 30th, 2025.

Learn more about the Indie Ink Awards: indiestorygeek.com/a/indie-ink-...

04.11.2025 12:01 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 4
Cover of Game Over on a red background. Goodreads Giveaway 10/30 to 11/21.

Cover of Game Over on a red background. Goodreads Giveaway 10/30 to 11/21.

Do you love #boardgames and a #cozymystery ? Then you're in luck because we're doing a #goodreadsgiveaway for Game Over!

☠ - Gaming convention turns deadly
πŸ§™β€β™‚οΈ- #cosplay
🐈- cozy cat named Pip
πŸ•΅οΈβ€β™€οΈ- amateur sleuth
🌈- diverse cast
πŸ“†- Releases Nov 24

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30.10.2025 14:30 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Game Over: An Amateur Sleuth Mystery Wren WintersΒ and her friends road trip to an annual gaming convention anticipating a fun getaway, not danger and a dead body. Β It’s been two years since game store owner Wren Winters’ husband died in ...

#Arc sign-ups available now for #GameOver Book 3 of the Wren Winters Mystery Series!

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#ReadersWanted #BookReviews #ArcReaders #CozyMystery #MysteryReaders

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30.10.2025 01:08 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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#writesky #booksky #writingcommunity #fiction #amwriting #writers

27.10.2025 17:34 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

A friendship meet cute at the bookstore: Two women came over to my book signing table. They both play board games and dnd. They were both named Christina. I ended up giving them pen & paper to swap discord info so they could go to each other's game nights. Books and games bring people together. ❀️

27.10.2025 01:24 β€” πŸ‘ 15    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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ARC REVIEW: The Perfect Hosts – by Heather Gudenkauf Title: The Perfect Hosts Author: Heather Gudenkauf Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Suspense First published: November 4th 2025 Publisher: Park Row Finished reading: October 19th 2025 Pages: 320 β€œMa…

#BookReview by @yvoaboutbooks.bsky.social

ARC REVIEW: The Perfect Hosts - by Heather Gudenkauf #booksky

24.10.2025 15:23 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Sign-up call-to-action for the book "Of Hearts and Murder" showing the book's cover on a tablet, a phone, and a paperback. Tropes listed are: Cozy Mystery, Small-town setting, Found Family, and Second Chance Romance.

Sign-up call-to-action for the book "Of Hearts and Murder" showing the book's cover on a tablet, a phone, and a paperback. Tropes listed are: Cozy Mystery, Small-town setting, Found Family, and Second Chance Romance.

𝑢𝒇 𝑯𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑴𝒖𝒓𝒅𝒆𝒓 is a cozy mystery set in small-town WA, which includes: found family, food, love, and a charming cast.

πŸ“š Free ARC via BookFunnel
πŸ“… Release: Nov 20

Please join us: forms.gle/sVqF7wjL5bSq...

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18.10.2025 17:22 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Children in Read 2025 Authors and Illustrators around the globe, sign & dedicate their books for the biggest online signed book auction in the world.All Postage & Packaging is free.All proceeds are in aid of the B....

Like #reading? Like helping children? Check out the Children in Read auction where you can bid on books donated by authors (including me! Lot 255). Funds go to the BBC Children in Need charity. Learn more about it below!

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20.10.2025 23:46 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Aww, thank you! ❀️

19.10.2025 17:56 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
White person signing books

White person signing books

Had a great time at my first solo book signing at the Vestal B&N yesterday!

19.10.2025 17:11 β€” πŸ‘ 225    πŸ” 12    πŸ’¬ 4    πŸ“Œ 1

Gorgeous!

15.10.2025 16:09 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
The rewards for Into the Dark's Kickstarter!

The rewards for Into the Dark's Kickstarter!

We’re down to our final 49 hours. Only $2,300 stands between Into the Dark and the world.
These stories deserve to be read β€” strange, beautiful, haunting, hopeful.
Please, if you can, back or share today. Help us cross the finish line.
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13.10.2025 10:33 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

Same! Hope you had a good time today!

12.10.2025 22:42 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Thanks so much! Knotweed is so invasive, it felt rich for metaphor...

11.10.2025 00:08 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I have a creepy, twisting little story about knotweed, love, and grief coming out in this dark anthology. Look for β€œWhat We Lose in the Weeds” and support great indie collaborations like this one from the amazing @awwlitmag.bsky.social πŸŒΏπŸ–€

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10.10.2025 23:17 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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✨ New for backers! ✨
Our editor Rowan Rook has added a free flash fiction piece!

Only 4 days left, don’t miss your chance to read all the exclusive stories, updates, and rewards waiting in the shadows.

Join us before the dark closes in: www.kickstarter.com/projects/all...

10.10.2025 13:05 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thanks, Nan! I really appreciate the opportunity and support!

08.10.2025 19:03 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Author Spotlight - photo of Shelly Jones and the cover of their book, Murder, She Rolled.

Author Spotlight - photo of Shelly Jones and the cover of their book, Murder, She Rolled.

I'm in the spotlight over on @nanreinhardt.bsky.social 's blog! Head on over for a chance to win a copy of #MurderSheRolled, some shiny dice, and other goodies!

nanreinhardt.com/author-spotl...

#booksky #giveaway #cozymystery

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08.10.2025 12:09 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

😍 Gorgeous copy of a classic!

07.10.2025 15:31 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Murder She Rollled by Shelly Jones Murder She Rollled by Shelly Jones Buy Link Book Blurb: Solving a murder can get dicey. Wren Winters is thrilled when her gaming group is in...

#MurderSheRolled is the feature over on Caroline Clemmons's A Writer's Life blog today!

#writerslife #blogs #bookrelease #booksky

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06.10.2025 22:38 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Murder, She Rolled - Tule Publishing Group Solving a murder can get dicey. Wren Winters is thrilled when her gaming group is invited to join the town’s new superstar streamer Noelle Williams for a live demoβ€”after all, a little publicity could ...

Today's the release day for #MurderSheRolled!

If you like #cozymystery and nerdy #roleplayinggames, this might be for you!

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06.10.2025 13:49 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 2

This issue features an article by the amazing @keithjones.bsky.social ! Check it out! #StayAnalog

05.10.2025 23:58 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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