Continuing to be lured down the #KDrama rabbit hole by my friend Reid. Watched in entirety so far: Extraordinary Attorney Woo, Business Proposal, now watching Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-Joo! Started here: bsky.app/profile/debb...

Hurray, our copy of I KNOW...YOU DON'T just arrived! One of my favourite #BoardGames played last wk, so we ordered it. Ages 10+. 3-7 players. 10-15 min play time. Creator: Dave Campbell (also artist?). Publisher: Dolphin Hat Games. dolphinhat.com/product/i-kn...

Even though I *always* come last while playing HARMONIES, it's so pretty and other players can't destroy what I'm building, so I still enjoy gameplay. I want to try playing this solitaire. Designer: Johan Benvenuto. Artist: Maëva da Silva. Pub: Libellud. boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/41... #BoardGames

I really, really want to learn how to do this. (via @kchew.bsky.social)

I love everything about this story, and now I want to play.

If you’re not investing a little time and energy into configuring Bluesky to your preferences (it is deeply configurable) you are missing out on the value proposition of this place.

My main tip for those tired of seeing posts about (insert any topic or person here), would rather see posts about (insert any topic or person here): It is 100% worth TAKING THE TIME to learn how to control what you see & don't see on Bluesky. publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/bl... #BlueSkyTips

For those new to Bluesky or who are trying to get started in Bluesky, I encourage you to read the QUICKSTART Guide in my Unofficial Guide To Bluesky: publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/qu... Feel free to share this link with anyone who needs it! #BlueSkyTips

If you are accidentally flagged as a spammer, you can appeal via email; see @jay.bsky.team's post below. I've added this info to my Unofficial Guide To Bluesky at publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/sp...

For those who need an #Uplift: bsky.app/profile/debb... Hand-curated by yours truly, updated daily via @blueskyfeedcreator.com. Criteria unapologetically subjective, but esp: word nerds • art showing human process • quirky • obscure interest deep-dives • alt-text

1. Bluesky doesn’t downrank links 2. You can choose your own algorithm from among thousands 3. The whole app is open source This keeps it a free and open platform by design, leading to better click-throughs and traffic to your site. We 💙 the open web.

I still envision other levels of creativity in user-created feeds on here. I would love it @bsky.app baked user feed creation tools into its native app’s UI, and if they were as easy to use as IFTTT. ifttt.com

For fellow book creators who sometimes experience peer envy (hand waving here!) - here are some tips compiled from a poll I did a few years ago: debbieohi.com/2022/04/peer...

WKLY POLL: List something you enjoyed doing or learning recently that has NOTHING to do w/work events, politics, or self-promo. Hobbies? Food? etc. #CommunityPolls #Uplift My answer: I so enjoyed catching up with my writing critique partner & longtime friend @christinafarley.bsky.social in person!

Just dipping back in to say that I’ve been on a social media break for the past week and it’s been helpful and I’m thinking about how I want to use social media going forward. I want to use whatever small platform I have to provide positivity and kindness and that’s been really difficult of late.

Who is the nicest or kindest celebrity you ever met? For me it was Wilson Cruz—I met him at a comic book convention and he was incredibly sweet and humored me while I raved about his various important roles and then he gave me a big hug. He smelled amazing, too.

POLL for those who enjoy reading but have limited time: How do YOU find time to read? During a regular work week, I need to schedule in reading time else it doesn't happen. Not just at bedtime, because I fall asleep too quickly! I also read in all formats: print, ebook, audio. #CommunityPolls

For those who need an #Uplift: bsky.app/profile/debb... Hand-curated by yours truly, updated daily via @blueskyfeedcreator.com. Criteria unapologetically subjective, but esp: word nerds • art showing human process • quirky • obscure interest deep-dives • alt-text

Bluesky Feed Creator aka @blueskyfeedcreator.com just keeps getting better. We can now add a donation button for any custom feed! 100% of donation credited to feed owner's BSFC, no hidden fees. (psst: note that BSFC is on sale until Oct. 17th). I use BSFC for the #KidLitMegaFeed, among others.

This is a pinnable post for the #KidLitMegaFeed, a collab (multiple curated #KidLit lists). Admins: @boringstorybook.com @charlenedraws.bsky.social @debbieohi.com. bsky.app/profile/debb... Before replying to be added, PLEASE read thread below: 🧵👇🏽

This is a pinnable post for the Book Publishing Industry News feed, via @blueskyfeedcreator.com. Those on the contributor list can post to the feed w/ #BookIndustryNews tag: bsky.app/profile/debb... If you'd like to be added to this feed, please read rest of thread BEFORE replying, thanks 🧵👇🏽

A federal judge has thrown out Tr*mp's $15 billion lawsuit against @penguinrandomhouse.bsky.social and @nytimes.com. #BookIndustryNews www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/...

Jimmy Kimmel’s Picture Book Is Back on Charts As Fans Rally to Support Talk Show Host | Rolling Stone

Thank you to the 14,000+ people who shared feedback on our community guidelines! We’re updating our rules for clarity, strengthening enforcement, and introducing product changes for healthier conversations. New guidelines kick in Oct 15. bsky.social/about/blog/0...

#EduSky #PrimarySky #KidLit

Literary agency news: longtime #KidLit agent Elizabeth Harding has acquired Curtis Brown Ltd from Timothy & Ginger Knowlton @gingerninja.bsky.social. Ginger emailed clients (incl. ME 😁), reassuring us she's remaining with agency. *whew* www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/... #BookIndustryNews

If I start following you, and you immediately DM me with self-promo, I will likely unfollow you. It likely means you have not taken the time to read my profile bio. #BlueSkyTips

Hey #kidlit illustrators! We’re beginning to think through a mythology-themed beginning-reader series. I'm looking for someone w/ a commercial/punchy, character-forward style who can breath life into ancient lore. Please respond w/ samples + folio link. Please no emails/DMs. 💙❤️ #artcommissions

WKLY POLL: List something you enjoyed doing or learning recently that has NOTHING to do w/work events, politics, or self-promo. Hobbies? Food? etc. #CommunityPolls #Uplift My answer: I so enjoyed catching up with my writing critique partner & longtime friend @christinafarley.bsky.social in person!

Worried about having your Bluesky account or content accidentally flagged as spam? With the help of the Bluesky community, I've created a new resource page on my Unofficial Guide To Bluesky. #BlueSkyTips publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/sp... To add your own tips, see link in the thread below 🧵👇🏽

Does anyone know if Bluesky uses bots to detect spammy users or posts? Or do they rely on user reports? I thought someone had replied here saying there are anti-scam bots, but I've noticed that reply has been deleted. cc: @safety.bsky.app

Dictionary @merriam-webster.com's Bluesky feed is both informative AND entertaining. #FollowRecommendation

Adding a new resource page to my Unofficial Guide To Bluesky: how to AVOID being accidentally flagged as a spammer. One is to avoid making multiple replies to multiple people that are almost exactly the same thing (e.g. "thanks for Liking my post, Ted" etc). Any other tips? Useful tips only, pls.

Does anyone on the Bluesky team know why this artist was flagged as spam? Apparently Jon did try to appeal but never got a reply.

Pinnable post for #BookBirthday & #PublicationDay feed. Picks up posts (no replies) w/ these tags to help boost posts announcing new books. All ages though filters toward family-friendly. See 🧵👇🏽 for book promo tips. If you enjoy this feed, pls: ❤️ Like 📌 Pin ♻️ Share bsky.app/profile/debb...

Protecting young people online is a shared responsibility. Here’s how Bluesky is approaching new age assurance laws with pragmatism and flexibility. bsky.social/about/blog/0...

When freedom is under fire you can count on me to ramble and mutter incoherently.

Thanks to all who responded to my poll about reading time! Folllowing all of you now. 😁 So many great ideas re: finding/making time to read. Working on a blog post in case it helps others who have limited time to read. #LibrarySky #ReadingSky

SCAM ALERT: If by chance you get contacted by a group advertising themselves as the “Crazy Old Bats Book Club” who would like to charge you for reading your book in their book club, and who claim I am one of the Satisfied Authors, and furthermore give you an email address for me—it’s not me.

POLL for those who enjoy reading but have limited time: How do YOU find time to read? During a regular work week, I need to schedule in reading time else it doesn't happen. Not just at bedtime, because I fall asleep too quickly! I also read in all formats: print, ebook, audio. #CommunityPolls

#kidlit peeps: Join the offense against #bookbans! #wearestrongerthancensorship buys and donates 2 books to offest every 1 book challenge. We've already offset 1,250 book challenges, and together we can do more! Here's our Sep update: www.wearestrongerthancensorship.org/strongernews... #freadom

Woohoo, received my pre-ordered SUNWARD by @willalex.bsky.social! Just started reading, thoroughly enjoying so far! Love the idea of baby bots, one of whom names itself Agatha Panza von Sparkles. 🤖😂 Published by Simon & Schuster / @sagapressbooks.bsky.social #KidLit #MGLit #BookBirthday

Worked on my MG novel at Toronto Library’s Runnymede Branch today! Enjoyed meeting Teresa at the front desk.❤ My goal is to visit all #100Branches of the Toronto Public Library! debbieohi.com/libraries/ #LibrarySky

Dropped by the Palmerston branch of the Toronto Public Library, where I used to work & included in my latest picture book! Gave them a signed copy of I WANT TO READ *ALL* THE BOOKS. 😁 Nice to meet Alex! #100Branches #AllTheLibraries #KidLit #LibrarySky

If you are unhappy with type of posts you're seeing on Bluesky, note this platform has SO MANY TOOLS to help you curate what you see & don't see. The wide variety of moderation tools is why Bluesky is my fave social media platform these days. More #BlueSkyTips: publish.obsidian.md/debbieohi/bl...

For those who need an #Uplift: bsky.app/profile/debb... Hand-curated by yours truly, updated daily via @blueskyfeedcreator.com. Criteria unapologetically subjective, but esp: word nerds • art showing human process • quirky • obscure interest deep-dives • alt-text

Comic inspired by (too many) encounters with those who think writing/illustrating children's picture books are a stepping stone to writing/illustrating REAL books. Thanks to Catherine Bailey for the caption! #KidLitChat #LibrarySky #DebbieOhiComics

Punctuation breakup. #DebbieOhiComics

Looking for #KidLit publishing industry news? I strongly recommend following @pwkidsbookshelf.bsky.social!

I use @blueskyfeedcreator.com for most of my custom feeds, including my hand-curated Uplift feed & the #KidLitMegaFeed (with multiple admins to help me). BSFC is having a SALE now; get an extra month for free, and they've extended their free trial of Premium features to 2 weeks. Why not try it out?