Date night at the Castro Theatre #interstellar

The quickest way to disappoint your cat is to crack open a can of fruit cocktail. #cats #sadcat

AI in writing is contentious and relevant. Here's my take: dereksowers.com/2026-0316-ai/

A quick take on my views of using AI in writing. Find the complete entry on my website: dereksowers.com/2026-0316-ai/

The 2026 finalists in Gay Romance: A Bridge in Glass by Derek Sowers. A Mannequin for Christmas: A Novel by Timothy Janovsky. Disco Witches of Fire Island by @blairfell.bsky.social @alcovepress.bsky.social #Lammys2026

I’m stunned and thrilled to announce that my debut novel “A Bridge in Glass” has been selected as one of the top 5 finalists in Gay Romance for Lambda Literary’s 2026 Lammy Awards. Check out all the finalists at lambdaliterary.org . #lammyawards #gayromance #abridgeinglass #bridgeinglass

Summer shirt time!

I haven't been my usual jovial self since I had to say goodbye to my cat Cirrus in August, and while I still feel the loss, my routine is slowly finding its rhythm again. Maybe in the next pic, a smile! ;-)

Such an accidentally cool photo from the power outage we had in SF last month. The only thing out of place is the red flashlight, and that's easily fixed if Photoshop has anything to say about it.

Time for a new mug 😁☕🥊

Back up, zoom in. Please.

Has is really been 15 years? Egad, I need to paint my apartment more often. Pic: Dec 2010

Love a little whimsy #sanfrancisco #sewer #draincap

This is what you get when you hand us a disposable camera

Back from Mexico this week. Here are a few pics from Cancun

My favorite painting in the world, "The Battle of Issus" 1529 by Albrecht Altdorfer, apparently also makes a great Zoom background (whether or not he'd approve). #AlbrechtAltdorfer #AltePinakothek

Having a sweaty blast in Mérida ♥️💦

My window seat. Thanks United.

It's been almost 2 months since my sweet kitty Cirrus passed. He brought light and joy to my life, and it'll never be the same without him. ❤️ dereksowers.com/2025-0824-ci... #cats #rainbowbridge #catdad

Now I can also criticize myself in Spanish #duolingo

Taking a trip back in time to Angel Island. What's in the bag? No clue.

My latest tea addiction (I can't believe I just said that). . #traderjoes #tea #teatotaling

Contemporaries - A post-apocalyptic short story of loss, discovery, and connection. One of a trio, free to read and share, just please respect copyright dereksowers.com/2025-0812-th... PDF: dereksowers.com/wp-content/u... #shortstories #sciencefiction #postapocalyptic

We had a great time at Great America yesterday, squeezing in one last visit before the park closes for all eternity 😔 . #greatamerica #californiasgreatamerica #amusementpark

Happy anniversary to the most amazing hubby!

Day 9: Queer Sci-Fi Pick 🌈📚 Escape Velocity by Victor Manibo — a locked-room mystery in orbit with sharp commentary on power, privilege, and queerness. It might honestly be the only sci-fi I’ve read, but it hooked me! What’s your queer sci-fi fave? #30DaysOfQueerBooks #booksky #books #gay

Music fest time!

I'm proud to announce the release of three new short stories, now available as an eBook entitled "Three Short Stories of Reflection and Connection." When taken together they're a quick read, but stirring and emotional. It's available on Amazon, Kobo and Barnes & Noble. #sciencefictionbooks

Miguel and I played a little pool at the Emporium on Divisadero last night. I'm proud to say we each won 2 games, and they all came down to only a couple remaining balls. Whew! 🎱 #emporiumsf #pooltable #billiards

Taking in the love. #cats #tabbies #catdad

Cirrus just loafin' around on Caturday. #cats #caturday #tabbycats

Manufactured Dec 11, 2014...it took me 10.5 years to get through this one roll of Costco plastic wrap. I should probably put the next two rolls in my will in case I don't live long enough to use them. . #bulk #inheritance #plasticwrap #siempreviva

Study: 97% Of Average American’s Day Spent Retrieving 6-Digit Codes theonion.com/study-9...

I'm happy to announce that A Bridge in Glass is now available on Hooplah. Read it online or get the app! #timetravel #gayscifi #abridgeinglass #bridgeinglass

Happy Pride everyone and thanks for reading! I take a moment to answer a few questions about my debut novel, A Bridge in Glass and have a little fun with it! #bridgeinglass #abridgeinglass #timetravel #mmromance #sciencefiction

Double sweetness, as my adorable husband gives our adorable cat Cirrus his thyroid pill hidden in a Churu. #cats #churu #tabbies

The Balloon Museum at the Palace of Fine Arts 🫧 #balloonmuseum #palaceoffinearts

My sweet boy just had his echocardiogram and though the results weren't ideal, they were still good. So, rather than dwell on the worst, we're going to enjoy the time we have and give all our love to this amazing little guy.

Looking for something new to read during Pride Month? If you ever wanted to change the past for the one you love, this story is for you! (pardon my shameless plug) 🕰️💑🏳️‍🌈 ... #abridgeinglass #bridgeinglass #sciencefiction #timetravel #timetravelromance #mmromance #maydecemberromance

Out for stroller walkies on a sunny Friday afternoon. #cats #tabbies #catsinstrollers

Tossing a little time travel drama your way... ... #abridgeinglass #bridgeinglass #sciencefiction #timetravelromance #timetravel #gayromance #mmromance #mmromancebooks

I simply can't get enough of this

My sweet 17-yo boy Cirrus a little doped up at the vet this morning, and always adorable. 😻 #cats #catsatthevet #gabapentin

All the promo swag for the book launch last week turned out wonderfully. Again, thanks to everyone who took part. You can find the book at the Dreamspinner Press website as well as Amazon and Kobo. #sciencefiction #timetravel #timetravelromance #gayromance #mmromance

Miguel and I went to see "Thunderbolts" last night. It was very entertaining, with only a few gripes. Glad to get into a theater again! #thunderbolts

We had a wonderful book launch in the garden and dining space at the Metro Hotel on Sunday. Thanks to everyone for making it such an amazing afternoon! ... #themetrohotelsf #booklaunch #abridgeinglass #mmromance #dreamspinnerpress

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True love is a scratchy paw on your sensitive chin. #cats #tabbies #truelove

Out and about

I'm letting Cirrus write this next chapter #cats #tabbies