Hey friendos, Looking for an illustrator to do a cover image for the book I have been working on, paid of course. I have done several passes and am looking to get it uploaded, but I don't have the ability to do what I am looking for, and would sooner be caught dead using GenAI. Please reach out!

Online store is up in case anyone wants to trade their digital lucre for copies of my books. 💕

PNW friends! The Poulsbo Kids Book Festival is coming your way on Saturday 11/15 from 11-3. If you've never visited the beautiful Kitsap Peninsula, here's your chance to see some pretty scenery and meet some talented #kidlit authors. Free and open to the public! www.poulsbokidsbookfest.com

Canadian authors & illustrators! You know have your own Authors Against Book Bans! Sign up here! linktr.ee/caiabb

Guess what I can finally share!

It's been a while since I've posted. This year has been crazy and I'm in the middle of a month of working almost straight through between my jobs. Yesterday my body told me it needed a break so today I stayed home to rest. Hopefully you are all listening to your bodies as well.

👉 SEE YOU IN SEATTLE!! 👈 Town Hall, October 21st, 6 pm See thread below for details!!

Sign up here: bookstoreromanceday.org/author-sign-...

Authors of #Romancelandia! In an attempt to get a jump on Bookstore Romance Day planning for 2026, I have opened up the author registration form. This information is shared w/bookstores who want to do events for BRD & for Bookstore Romance Day-presented virtual panels & events. Link in next post.

If you’re into my Uncanny books, I’ve been posting chapters of the third book, Bevy of Trouble, to my Patreon and we’re up to chapter 8! www.patreon.com/posts/bevy-o...

Seattle area folks! I’ll be at Third Place Books in Seward Park today chatting about romcoms. Come by and say hi!

Happy news (at least for me 😂) for the feed—I got my paperback copies of Red in Tooth & Claw today! Hits the shelves 8/19! I am horribly biased, but I think it looks super pretty.

Reposting, because I used the wrong link! 😂 I’m drafting the third Uncanny book, Bevy of Trouble, on Patreon. First chapter is free if you want to check it out. 💕🦢🦝💕 www.patreon.com/posts/bevy-o...

It’s time for the next episode of our animated series, Sunny and Grumpy Cloud: “Grumpy Cloud Meets Puppy Cloud!” youtu.be/1eHM5NHJst8

cover reveal cover reveal!!!!

Tabling Artist Alley Convention Guide a thread No hard fast rules, just take these as suggestions/things to think about Also I know I wrote this ages ago, and I do booths now-- but from what I can see this is all still relevant and true

Hey friends—thank for those that have already shared and donated, but I wanted to repost in case anyone out there is able to help by donating or reposting for my friend Arnèe. gofund.me/e5c080cd

You can win one of 20 copies to read before the May release of WHEN WE GO MISSING! And just entering lets my publisher know readers are interested.

I've been meaning to make a newsletter for a while now, and I finally did! subscribe to get updates on book stuff from me every now and then! haydencasey.substack.com?r=8gg7w&utm_...

One of my favourite things about writing Harley was that I could set explosives & defeat big pharma on the pages. If you’re looking for explosives, prison riots, & other rebellious joy, my recently released Harley Quinn graphic novel is on sale at only $2.99 in ebook today.

Anyone thinking about nominating any...stuff? In 2024 I put out both THE DROWNING HOUSE (novel, Sourcebooks/Poisoned Pen) and CINDERWICH (novella, Apex), either one or both of which would be a *delight* to see represented on the ballot ::bats eyelashes like curtains::

@seattlelibrary.bsky.social welcome to the blue sky! Are you able to answer questions too?

(Checks to see if my publisher is part of this suit) FUCK YEAH MACMILLAN GET THESE MOFOS www.theguardian.com/books/2025/f...

Seattle folks: there is a massive fundraiser this weekend supporting immigrant rights nonprofits. Lots of local restaurants and businesses are donating a portion of their profits. Eat good food, help a good cause: bit.ly/m/seattlefun...

Cover reveal! I can tell you it’s reeeaaaalll interesting to promote books right now because *waves at everything* but I also know people need some joy so here’s a rom com about two people in their 50’s finding love.

I’m trying to find a roll of this (now discontinued) wallpaper to finish my studio. I’ve called businesses all over the country, checked eBay/etsy & called the manufacturer. At this point I’m hoping someone overbought can sell me whatever they have. Please reach out if you know where I can get this:

Space cat bought the fig and they became friends and had more travels together. He says he's ran searches, asked librarians, etc. Any ideas?

Hey friends, can anyone help my brother find this book he says he read in the library in the 70s? There was a cat-type being who had a space ship and travelled around. Once he went to a planet & there was a sentient fig being sold as a slave, the fig was a delicacy and the buyer was going to eat it.

@thesamspo.bsky.social I’m so glad you made it over here! I am a patreon and follow you both on Insta too. Welcome!!

If you can help out, please do!

Been a minute as the youth used to say since I posted an update about my cancer fight, so I thought I’d share what’s been happening, www.gofundme.com/manage/help-...

Washington state published book creators: the WA chapter of Authors Against Book Bans meets virtually this week. Hear what’s happening & be part of the conversation: join us at authorsagainstbookbans.com. Not in WA? Join AABB & learn what’s happening in your area. @authorsabb.bsky.social

We are on strike in FORTY-THREE states, including both the NYC and Seattle Roasteries🔥☕️🔥☕️🔥 🪧✊🪧✊🪧THE WORKERS UNITED WILL NEVER BE DIVIDED🪧✊🪧✊🪧

Interview and giveaway up! www.literaryrambles.com/2024/12/on-p...

THE FIRST COPIES OF MY BOOK CAME TODAY!!!!!!!!

PS pre-order @haydenmcasey13.bsky.social’s SHOW ME WHERE THE HURT IS from @splitlippress.bsky.social!

When you work retail and think to check the Wicked dolls by Barbie to see if, in fact, they have the naughty website attached that the copyeditor missed. The answer is yes. 🙂‍↔️

Advice needed: I’ve been looking for a full-time job since January 2023. I’d like to know what resources work for you? Indeed is terrible. I get scam emails pretending to be Indeed every day. LinkedIn doesn’t seem helpful anymore; people just trying to sell me services. Are there any good job sites?

I’m Mel. I’ve worked retail for years. Have been a bookseller for a good portion of that time. Am a freelance editor. Love traveling. Enjoy spicy foods and exploring new places. 😁

Alright, as things change in this world, I have made the move over here to hopefully a happier, helpful place.