Kelly Thomas

There is still time to register for the FREE virtual OCLS Writer’s Conference taking place all weekend. Agents & editors are teaching classes. Catch my session tomorrow at 12:00 pm EST: How To Write A Query
Register Now: attend.ocls.org/event/14901353

OCLS Writers Conference - Orange County Library System The annual OCLS Writers Conference will be virtual in 2026! Make 2026 the year you finish and publish a novel. The OCLS Writers Conference will provide the tools and knowledge you need to reach your w...

This weekend I'm hosting a FREE writers conference featuring, among other things, a full panel of literary agents just answering your questions. @bookbarrista.bsky.social @vickyweberbooks.bsky.social @sandraproudman.bsky.social @kellythomaslit.bsky.social & more

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There’s nothing worse than a bad audiobook narrator for a book you were excited about. Sometimes I just can’t power through—I have to turn it off and buy the print copy. A bad narrator can ruin a great book.

It is difficult readjusting to work life after the holidays. Anyone else feel like their brain is made of mud today? Anyone? Bueller? Just me?

Coffee, blue skies, and palm trees. A perfect Saturday. 🌴☕️

Serendipity Lit author Vanessa Reiser will be signing copies of her book & doing a live Q&A on Dec 13, 12–2 PM at the Women’s Club of Red Bank in New Jersey. Moderated by Felicia Stoler— an inspiring afternoon of healing, empowerment & community. All are welcome! @serendipitylit.bsky.socia

Writers, join me for the FREE virtual OCLS Writers Conference on Jan 24–25, 2026! I'll be teaching 'How To Write a Query Letter' on 1/24 at 12:00 pm EST. Register at ocls.org/writersconfe...
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Join us Wednesday, Dec 3, 6–8 PM PST for A Celebration of Resilience & Healing with author Katrina Brownlee and activist Terra Newell—two women who turned tragedy into triumph. Hear their inspiring journeys from trauma to empowerment. RSVP via QR code.

Calling all AI Motion Media Professionals/ AI Video Specialists! Message me if this is you, or if you know someone who can help.

This would be me.

He is dreamy.

Hit that save button!

This is a scathing review of current events. 🤣😳👀🤦🏻‍♀️

I just discovered that there is a station on Pandora for reading. It’s quite lovely! I’m loving it.

Fight for freedom of speech. Fight for the First Amendment. Fight against government censorship & administration overreach. They came for our books, then the late night shows, next is the news. It won’t stop until we will have no words left & no voice to be heard. Speak up!

I stand with Jimmy Kimmel for the right to free speech, unopposed by force or political retaliation. Shame on ABC. They need to stand up against this kind of fascism & censorship. Thank you The Writers Guild for speaking up. @wgawest.bsky.social @jimmykimmellive.bsky.social @abcnetwork.bsky.social

I’ll be at the People of Publishing conference next week. Who else is going? Let’s connect! @peopleofpublishing.bsky.social

Happy National Read A Book Day! What is everyone reading?

More & more editors have been asking for horror manuscripts. I noticed last week that the horror section in my local Barnes & Noble has doubled in size! I’m here for it! I’m currently reading The Reformatory by @tananarivedue.bsky.social It’s so good! What other horror books should I read?

I took a hiatus from social media, but I’m going to make an effort to return with helpful content for writers.

I find it interesting that in Taylor Swift’s engagement announcement she refered to herself as an English teacher and not a music teacher. That tells me that she considers herself a writer more than a singer. I love that!

It works. I had to use it on my dog when she found a large bone on the street and tried to swallow it so I couldn’t grab it out of her mouth. I did this and it shot right out. I was shaking, but she seemed fine. Every dog owner should know this. It saved her life.

Authors, what this so-called agent is doing is cruel. They are mocking & exploiting writers. No author should be afraid that an agent is going to steal or expose their ideas. l’m taking a stand. I will not consider representing anyone who follows this account @un-manuscripts.bsky.social

Correction: found out, terminated & blacklisted.

This person is a disgrace to all agents & the publishing industry. This is unethical & cruel. It goes against the AALA’s cannon of ethics. This “agent” needs to be terminated, fired & blacklisted. I won’t consider authors following this account @un-manuscripts.bsky.social @aalitagents.bsky.social

This is unethical and cruel. How can you exploit aspiring authors?! You should be terminated immediately, by your clients and your agency. This goes against the AALA’s cannon of ethics. You are a disgrace to agents and publishing industry.

I don’t think this was meant for me. The art work is beautiful, but it’s not my work. Someone else deserves the credit.

London Book Fair! If any other agents or editors who follow me are here, please reach out. Let’s connect in person! #LBF25 @serendipitylit.bsky.social

What a great message from Dan Levy about the struggles of making a creative work. You are not alone. www.instagram.com/reel/DGSHyOh...