it is, however, much more man vs. man/man vs. self than my previous man vs. society efforts, which is probably why it feels so weird to write.
16.10.2025 03:27 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0@amckenziewrites.bsky.social
Alison, writer of kissing books. She/her. οΈβπ
it is, however, much more man vs. man/man vs. self than my previous man vs. society efforts, which is probably why it feels so weird to write.
16.10.2025 03:27 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0"this book is going to be a lot fluffier than normal" I say about a story in which everyone's moms are dying and their dads all hate them.
16.10.2025 03:24 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 1 π 0same reason I always pick the copy that's a bit scuffed up when I'm buying a book. it's not the book's fault! it must be so sad to be overlooked for its shinier neighbours!
14.10.2025 15:59 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0this is only literary opinion adjacent but it is definitely unhinged
when I am stocking copies of a face-out book at the bookstore, I will put the fresh copies behind any copies already on the shelf, because theyβve been waiting their turn to be picked and I donβt want their feelings to get hurt
if, however, you want an actual historical romance f/f novel with lots of angst and pining, may I interest you in my next book?
14.10.2025 15:45 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0The discrepancy between the content of the Bridgerton books and their Netflix tie-in covers has been discussed already, but man oh man is it going to be awkward when they get to Francesca's book!
14.10.2025 15:44 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 1 π 0perhaps he understands that without love, the horror loses its power; likewise without horror, the love becomes mundane, almost rote. in this essay I will -
14.10.2025 01:56 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0stephen king sure writes about love a lot for a guy whose whole thing is horror.
14.10.2025 01:55 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 1 π 0This week's newsletter is a postmortem on the Conjuring series, a franchise which managed to be a horror story, a romance, and tradcath propaganda all rolled into one open.substack.com/pub/amckenzi...
12.10.2025 17:28 β π 0 π 1 π¬ 0 π 0the sex scenes in this new book might be some of the best I've ever written. they might also be some of the most unintentionally revealing I've ever written.
21.09.2025 00:43 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0Cover artwork for The Shooting Season by Isobel Starling
I am so bad at book promo...
but #booksky, THE SHOOTING SEASON is a cracker, suitable for #mmromance #historicalromance readers.
Available in ebook, paperback and audiobook, narrated by @garyfurlongvo.bsky.social
Cover art by @noahdeaart.bsky.social
www.amazon.com/Shooting-Sea...
I think Written? Kitten! is struggling a bit
15.09.2025 14:32 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0me: still has three books and a novella to write in my current series
the devil on my shoulder: you should start writing a lesbian romance set at the Moulin Rouge
Isabel took it, her face still blank. Constance couldnβt bear it. Something inside her was cracking, like glass shattering in the frigid depths of winter. She stepped closer, leaning in as if she meant to hand something else to Isabel - just close enough that she could whisper in her ear. βI love you,β she said, as wisps of Isabelβs hair tickled her temple and the brush of her cheek against Isabelβs reminded her that she would never feel this again, never lean against Isabel and feel warmth settling between their bodies, never kiss a smile onto her face or hear her provoked to unexpected laughter. She did not dare touch Isabel as she did it, and stepped back as soon as the words left her mouth. If she lingered, she knew she would not be able to let go. Isabelβs mouth twitched. βWhy do you say that?β she said softly, and Constance knew she did not expect an answer, not really. βItβs of no use now.β Constance clasped her hands tight together to stop them shaking. βI thought you ought to know,β she said simply. There was nothing else to say.
okay, back in the saddle, that's a good paragraph
25.08.2025 23:31 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0I am one of the 14 authors who chose to leave the Polari Prize, and I find myself frustrated and saddened at the way this entire story has been represented. 1/
15.08.2025 09:58 β π 6271 π 2399 π¬ 119 π 173the actual official paperback is being processed now, it should take the place of the $50 in a few days.
14.08.2025 02:01 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0On the Canadian website? It seems to be funneled through third party sellers ("SuperBookDeals")
14.08.2025 02:00 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0it's a special day :)
14.08.2025 00:59 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0Show rec time!! Weβre only 2 eps in so far, but Be On Cloudβs newest production βShineβ is blowing me away. Itβs a gay historical drama set in 1969, dealing with protest, politics, and (proscribed, complex) queer desire
If you enjoyed βFellow Travelersβ I definitely think you should check this out
also Indiebound! bookshop.org/p/books/the-...
13.08.2025 17:11 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 1 π 0Novel with a lesbian romance and mental health themes
https://www.booksns.com/155620/
I'm looking for an urban fantasy OR realistic fiction novel, with a lesbian romance (no explicit scenes), that also explores mental health themes. I'd really appreciate some help, as I've been struggling to β¦
All the purchasing links can be found here: linktr.ee/amckenziewri...
13.08.2025 15:07 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0yeah, Barnes and Noble has physical copies! Amazon currently has a hardcover (paperback is being processed) and since it's distributed through Ingram Spark, your local independent can order it in.
13.08.2025 15:06 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0Today's the day! THE BLACKSMITH'S BRIDE is now available from all major retailers (and minor ones - ask your local indie bookstore!) Click purchase and immediately have 98k of friends-to-lovers class war yearning in your hands! Who doesn't love that kind of instant gratification?
13.08.2025 14:23 β π 4 π 3 π¬ 2 π 0'twas the night before bookmas, and all through the house . . .
13.08.2025 02:25 β π 2 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0Isabel turned that thought over in her head: that just seeing her like that had pushed Constance over the edge. That her pleasure could bring pleasure to Constance as well, that pleasure was something that could be shared instead of taken.
I am not deliberately writing this novel as lesbian propaganda, but also. did I lie?
09.08.2025 01:53 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0thank you! β€οΈ I really appreciate it
08.08.2025 18:11 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0It's my birthday! And you know what would be a great present for you AND me? Pre-ordering my book ;)https://linktr.ee/amckenziewrites π
08.08.2025 16:41 β π 1 π 1 π¬ 1 π 0I don't screenshot well lol
06.08.2025 23:48 β π 1 π 1 π¬ 0 π 0My episode of the Historical Romance Sampler Podcast is up! I read an excerpt from The Blacksmith's Bride, then chat with Katherine Grant about the end of feudalism, Robin Hood RPGs, and who gets an HEA in historical romance. youtu.be/tAA4TB_7pPE?...
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