book 2: books2read.com/scars... get book 1 for free: books2read.com/songo...

Finally joining bluesky so I can yell about this project! We've made a bunch of progress recently, and I can't wait to share it with everyone.

So, after yesterday's fantastic day of baking and writing, today has been a mess. I woke muddle headed, feeling very washed out and foggy. Physically I've had better days, too. We went out to a friend's for lunch. I packed snacks for hubby, he needs to eat regularly.

I heard about Manuskript last night, a friend is trailing it on Linux, wanting to moving away from Microsoft. This is something I've want to do, but have been glued to Word for my writing. Last night my tech-support (hubby) downloaded the Windows version for me to try. Anyone use it? Any advice?

Yesterday was a great writing day. I not only discovered a route to plot that I'd been searching for, but I wrote 1590 words, after a long drought. With luck, this book will actually get written. #vampire #darkurbanfantasy #writing

The current Discourse about "stealing ideas" makes me feel like I must once again tap the sign.

May your 2025 be a soft, slightly crumpled, gently rounded year. Cosy and comfy like a familiar blanket. Not something new and sharp with edges and agenda.

AI data centers are multiplying across the U.S. and sucking up huge amounts of power. New evidence shows they may also be distorting the normal flow of electricity for millions of Americans

'Yes Mum?'

Today, the UK government announced a proposal to change copyright law - for the benefit of AI companies - that would cause huge, irreversible harm to creators. More info below, but most importantly here's what you can do (wherever you live): 1. Email your MP. Template letter in 🧵 👇 1/10

Usinge AI to learne to wryte ys lyke having a robot go to the gym for you

"Refusing Generative AI in Writing Studies." Plese make sure to share thys lynke: refusinggenai.wordpress.com?fbclid=IwY2x...

It's that time of year again. Let the silly season begin.

Don't give animals at Christmas.

In celebration of 200 followers, I give you Fi. (No, you can't really have her, she's MINE, but you can look at her loveliness.)

Last day and a half, almost two days, thick fog and light rain. The fog has finally cleared this afternoon and it's still horribly humid. At least it's not 35°C again.

Too good not to share. The Macquarie Dictionary 2024 Word of the Year: Ensittification. www.msn.com/en-au/news/a...

A common sight when driving the Great Ocean Road.

While on vacation I've been writing. Have managed to knock out a few chapters of my current WIP, a dark urban supernatural fantasy with the working title 'The Game'. Stay tuned for snippets I'll just have to share and other tidbits. I don't normally share the process, but I think it's time to try.

When staying on the surf coast, visit a surf beach. Sharing a few photos from around Torquay VIC, Point Danger, and Point Addis.

Enjoying some time away, near Torquay. Windy day today, but went to the Torquay Cowrie Market. Such a pity the weather wasn't better. ALMOST bought myself the most gorgeous hand made leather bound journal, but know I'd never dare to write in it, so saved myself the money.

I still have to go slow and read this thoroughly :)

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this is once again a reminder that my comms are open! if you're looking for someone to commission, I gotcha covered

I might be late to the party, but I found these today so thought I'd share. Just in case others haven't found them yet. youtube.com/playlist?lis...

@cassmorriswrites.com says it really well in her blog post, about NaNoWriMo and their recent acceptance of AI use in writing. cassmorriswrites.com/2024/09/02/n...

One of the problems for me with AI as an artistic tool is (horrendous environmental effects aside) is it fast forwards to the point where someone feels like they might be good, but they've skipped out all the work that would give them the critical skill to understand why it isn't. 1/2

Well, that's that. No more NaNoWriMo for me. nanowrimo.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/art...

I hit 200 followers recently (ty everyone you're all awesome), which means it's time for an ✨ art raffle ✨ to enter: 🎨 follow my account 🎨 like & reskeet this post 🎨 (optional) comment below with character references! 🚫 no AI/NFT/giveaway accounts #art #ArtRaffle

For my new followers, a little about me: I live in the outer east of Melbourne, Australia. On the mountain, in the forest. I'm married, with one adult child, and two cats. I'm firmly on the Autism spectrum, and recently diagnosed ADHD along with it. My life is chaotic, but always interesting.

I made a starter pack for smaller #indie authors with less than 1000 followers! Go check it out, support an indie author today: go.bsky.app/6c4H36S if you want to be added, let me know! #WritingCommunity

Looking for your next epic #fantasy read? Song of the Wolf has: ✨ low magic setting ⚔️ high stakes battles 👑 political intrigue 🐺 shapeshifting wolves (and a werewolf!) 🌈 queer rep ❤️ slow burn romance 🗺️ medieval road trip to save the kingdom #books #writing #IndieAuthor #WritingCommunity 🔗👇

We all know it's true, but here's the scientific analysis of why ... link.springer.com/article/10.1...

Currently enjoying Continuum 16: Reboot, a speculative fiction convention in Melbourne, Australia. So many great panels. Wonderful authors speaking on fascinating topics. Already booked to come back next year. #c16reboot

I think the best response I've seen to AI anything has been, "Why should I bother reading something that nobody could be bothered to write"

This whole AI thing is polarising, I get that. Regardless, I stand firmly in the “No AI” camp

So, are you a ‘writer’ or an ‘author’? And what is the difference? A friend found this article for me, and it’s an interesting read. www.thesaurus.com/e/ways-to-sa...