The KNAVE OF DIAMONDS ebook is on markdown for only $1.99--whee! Tell your friends, it's on bookshop.org, Nook, Kindle, all the places. Links here: laurierking.com/books/knave-... #russellandholmes #newbook #maryrussell #sherlockholmes

Half price for the audio of Lantern's Dance, until Nov 2! Sherlock Holmes' past comes to light: who were his parents? Why does he have no family but Mycroft? How is he related to the Vernet family of artists? And why this interest in India...? tinyurl.com/Lanterns-Dan... #russellandholmes

I am told that THE LANTERN'S DANCE e-book is discounted for a few days, to $1.99. Check here: laurierking.com/books/the-la... #russellandholmes #lanternsdance #ebookdiscount #sherlockholmes #maryrussell

Because I am currently in a nice sterile room having my spine rebuilt so I can punt again, I ask you to think healing thoughts. Not for me, but for this sad and turmoil-pressed world. And if you are so moved, to do one thing that makes life better for someone. See you on the other side. Laurie

My latest thoughts on writing are over on Substack: Are You Finished Yet? (How a first draft is not a novel) See it here: open.substack.com/pub/laurierk...? #writing #craftofwriting #rewrite #raquellaing #mysteries

Yes, we are living under an authoritarian regime. And yes, we can still push back in all kinds of ways—can't we, Jimmy? The background: www.themoscowtimes.com/2025/09/19/f... #whatcanIdo #throwthebumsout #sickofthisshit

Uh huh. Yeah, right—except when you actually disagree with us. (This was quoted by Jake Tapper on Stephen Colbert last week.) #whatcanIdo #throwthebumsout #sickofthisshit

Uh huh, yeah right. #whatcanIdo #throwthebumsout #sickofthisshit

I thought I'd do a book talk every month or two, on my books that are NOT in the Russell & Holmes series. Where would you like to start? Here's a poll with some suggestions: tinyurl.com/Which-Laurie... #booktalk #authorQ&A

Join us--at 5:30 West Coast, coming soon, over on YouTube... www.thepixelproject.net/community-bu...

On Substack, I talk about scams I have known and not quite fallen for. Yet. laurierkingwriter.substack.com/p/the-art-of...? #scam #podcastscam

The Pixel Project fundraiser includes: Mystery Book Boxes, Zoom chats, & these bundles (US only) Bid for goodies now! tinyurl.com/Pixel-goodies And join us for a Saturday conversation on YouTube at: tinyurl.com/SolvingThePa... #mysterybooks #russellandholmes #fundraiser #PixelProject #women

Any surprise when a Vietnam draft dodger oversees empty gestures? Or, as Steven Colbert said, "Cool. Butching up your title doesn't read as insecure at all." See the Atlantic article, Pete Hegseth’s Department of Cringe: www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archiv... #whatcanIdo #standup #throwthebumsout

The actual people of this country know the truth: immigrants are to be thanked, and celebrated. Source: tinyurl.com/MSN-Gallup #whatcanIdo #savedemocracy #thisisnotnormal #throwthebumsout

Oh, they're just oversized lap dogs... laurierking.com/books/knave-... #knaveofdiamonds #russellandholmes #sherlockholmes #maryrussell #historicalfiction #newbook #Irishwolfhound (Art by Mercedes C Fuller) @ballantinebooks @randomhouse @AllisonandBusbyBooks

Put this on your calendar for Saturday--and plan on bidding for Goodies to raise money for the Pixel Project, to fight violence against women. tinyurl.com/SolvingThePa...

You think they're deliberately choosing the least qualified? source: www.propublica.org/article/trum... www.msnbc.com/top-stories/... #whatcanIdo #standup #throwthebumsout #ImVotingDemocrat

I mean, I write fiction, but even I wouldn't have come up with a character like RFK Jr, a man who is endangering the health of of every man, woman, and child in the country. Source: www.msnbc.com/rachel-maddo... And: www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025... #whatcanIdo #standup #throwthebumsout

Sorry, DC, but we're making you SO much safer and more prosperous... source: www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025... #whatcanIdo #standup #indivisible #throwthebumsout

And of course, ridding the streets and fields of those pesky hard-working immigrants won't have any effect on our economy... www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-i...

Respect matters. Dignity is vital. Anything else is cruelty. #laborday #respect

Thanks, MYSTERY PEOPLE, for telling folk that you loved Knave: "The central characters are all engaging, the plot is intriguing, and the historical details bring Ireland as it was in the early twentieth century to vivid life." #newbook @ballantinebooks @randomhouse @AllisonandBusbyBooks

KNAVE in the wild--where even the dogs are enjoying KNAVE OF DIAMONDS. Thanks, Melissa! (And there's a special ebook price through Friday--tell your friends ) Excerpt and links: laurierking.com/books/knave-... #knaveofdiamonds #russellandholmes @ballantinebooks @randomhouse @AllisonandBusbyBooks

Ridicule has become a valid political tool, because authoritarians cringe at laughter. What's your favorite mocking image out there now? Stick it in the comments so we can all have a good laugh. #whatcanIdo #savedemocracy #thisisnotnormal #throwthebumsout

Live in California? Had these drop into your mailbox? Looks like someone's terrified of Governor Newsom's proposal to retaliate in the redistricting stakes, and has spent a whole lot of money making it look as if the League of Women Voters was against it. #whatcanIdo #throwthebumsout

Ebook special, until August 29! Link to the various places, here: laurierking.com/books/knave-... #ebook #sale #newbook #russellandholmes #historicalmystery

For your Monday, a reminder that glorious life emerges from the most unexpected places. (This is a Croton flower, I posted the lumpy, pre-open bud stalk the other day.) #weirdplants #croton

I have a Substack! Today's post is about, What is Laurie King's Meta-Story? Find it here: tinyurl.com/Meta-Laurie And if you subscribe, you'll see future posts, two or three times a month. Any requests? #writing #mysterywriter #coldcases

Our world has heroes, some of whom refuse to bow down to bullying. Read the article here: tinyurl.com/Collier-says... #whatcanIdo #standup #throwthebumsout

Yes, a corpse at the top of a hill would be more than sinister; it would be...well, my life.

Knave is a hit on Bluesky, too--thanks, Lindy! @laurierking.bsky.social #knaveofdiamonds #russellandholmes #sherlockholmes #maryrussell #mystery #historicalfiction #newbook @ballantinebooks @randomhouse @AllisonandBusbyBooks

I've never had a croton bloom before, guess this guy is in a happy place! #weirdplants #flower

How do YOU picture Russell & Holmes? Other than the jodhpurs, is this how you see The World's Greatest Detective (and her husband, Sherlock Holmes)? #russellandholmes #sherlockholmes #maryrussell #historicalmystery

So, about those odd skills a young woman needs.... laurierking.com/books/knave-... (Art by Mercedes C. Fuller) #knaveofdiamonds #russellandholmes #sherlockholmes #maryrussell #historicalfiction #newbook #Ireland #Irishcrownjewels @ballantinebooks @randomhouse @AllisonandBusbyBooks

Say it loud, say it often, say it to those in power, and to those being oppressed. Silence is the most dangerous thing we can do. Our voice is the most dangerous weapon we have. (From Choose Democracy: tinyurl.com/Free-DC ) Tell your representative: www.congress.gov #whatcanIdo #throwthebumsout

Hannah Arendt knew all about totalitarianism, first hand. And she knew how to stand up to it. (Quote from Paul Krugman’s Substack August 11) #whatcanIdo #standup #throwthebumsout #ImVotingDemocrat

At last! Despite delays from tariffs and the printers, The Illustrated Beekeeper's Apprentice is reaching its patient fans! And though we all regret the wait, it was worth it--this thing is GORGEOUS! See the details here: www.midworldpress.com/store/p/the-... #russellandholmes #beekeepersapprentice

One of life's pleasures, for a writer: when friends send you their new books. (So yes, I know what I'm reading this week!) charlaineharris.com @charlaineharris #newbook #mystery

KNAVE in the wild: a reader review of KNAVE OF DIAMONDS. Thank you, Jean! laurierking.com/books/knave-... #knaveofdiamonds #russellandholmes #sherlockholmes #maryrussell #mystery #historicalfiction #newbook #Ireland #unboxing @ballantinebooks @randomhouse @AllisonandBusbyBooks

Somehow, I'm not feeling very reassured... laurierking.com/books/knave-... (Art by Mercedes C. Fuller) #knaveofdiamonds #russellandholmes #sherlockholmes #maryrussell #mystery #historicalfiction #newbook @ballantinebooks @randomhouse @AllisonandBusbyBooks

We have the votes? Hey, let's just burn the rules while we're here. Source: contrarian.substack.com/p/republican... #whatcanIdo #standup #throwthebumsout

Remember: every accusation is a confession. Saying the other man is too old, too weak, too corrupt? Keep holding up the mirror. Paul Krugman: tinyurl.com/Accusation-c...

People who don’t see it are probably literally not seeing it. Our job is to not be silent. To keep pointing out fraud and incompetence, keep commenting and re-posting things online, to keep supporting the people and organizations who fight back. #whatcanIdo #savedemocracy #throwthebumsout

KNAVE OF DIAMONDS out in the world. This one belongs to Gwyn! laurierking.com/books/knave-... #knaveofdiamonds #russellandholmes #sherlockholmes #maryrussell #mystery #historicalfiction #newbook #Ireland #unboxing @ballantinebooks @randomhouse @AllisonandBusbyBooks

Well, every life is full of challenges, right? In KNAVE OF DIAMONDS, it's our heroine pulled in two directions.... laurierking.com/books/knave-... #knaveofdiamonds #russellandholmes #sherlockholmes #maryrussell #historicalfiction #newbook @ballantinebooks @randomhouse @AllisonandBusbyBooks

BEEKEEPER is traveling all over--including to Sussex, not far from the house of Russell & Holmes. Thanks, Kiki! #russellandholmes #sherlockholmes #maryrussell #beekeepersapprentice #historicalfiction @ballantinebooks @randomhouse @AllisonandBusbyBooks

Oh, Holmes, surely you know by now you're going to be interrupted? laurierking.com/books/knave-... #knaveofdiamonds #russellandholmes #sherlockholmes #maryrussell #historicalfiction #newbook #Ireland #Irishcrownjewels @ballantinebooks @randomhouse @AllisonandBusbyBooks

What—ICE is deceiving us? What else can one expect, with shameless lies and obfuscations in every corner of the regime from the top down? Source: www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025... #whatcanIdo #standup #throwthebumsout

"Living a moral life in an age of bullies requires collective action; it cannot be done alone. Each of us must organize and participate in a vast network of moral resistance." Thank you for being a part of my network. Source: www.theguardian.com/commentisfre... #whatcanIdo #standup #throwthebumsout

Storyknife is a women’s writing retreat in Homer, Alaska, run by my good friend, Dana Stabenow. Writers get their own private cabin, all meals, and place to work—plus, the community of dinner in the main house each evening. Apply here: storyknife.org/how-to-apply/ #writingretreat #womenwriters