It’s often assumed that dragons hoard gold & treasure out of greed. The truth is that they understand the precious metals market better than most & are investing in their future. This way they can sell it and afford to move out of the cave and into a decent home. Very responsible. #mythperceptions

Daily Writing Quote: "A good writer always works at the impossible." - John Steinbeck #DailyWritingQuote #authors #booksky

" AI is in a bubble. A massive, ugly, overhyped, venture-capital-funded bubble. Everyone’s acting like this is the future. ... We’re letting go of the one thing that makes us human besides our emotions. " jasonjamesweiland.medium.com/i-used-ai-ev... #booksky #ai

Why did I choose to publish with a small press? There are pros and cons to every choice (whether self-published, small press, or traditional publishers). Here are my reasons: worldskilgore.medium.com/why-i-chose-... #booksky #writingcommunity #authors #selfpub

Daily Writing Quote: "I always start writing with a clean piece of paper and a dirty mind." - Patrick Dennis #DailyWritingQuote #authors #booksky

A contemporary short story I published at The Milk House. Ryan's a career professional, traveling a lot. But lonely, his high-stress, on-the-move job is wearing on him. He contemplates moving back to the rural town where he grew up, and starting over. www.themilkhouse.org/bloom-by-jas... #booksky

150 authors in this starter pack! go.bsky.app/QnaXz9q #authors #writing #booksky

Hey peeps. I've started a GoFundMe for my friend Dave, who need to attend a special "Dungeonmaster University" retreat to expand his business as a professional gamemaster and earn money to help his family. They struggle to make ends meet. Will you chip in? www.gofundme.com/f/dave-atten...

Daily Writing Quote: "The books that the world calls immoral are the books that show the world its own shame." - Oscar Wilde #DailyWritingQuote #authors #booksky

Daily writing quote: "He that will write well in any tongue must follow this counsel of Aristotle: to speak as the common people do, to think as wise men do." - Roger Ascham #dailywritingquote

Daily writing quote: "I love being a writer. What I can't stand is the paperwork." - Peter De Vries #writingcommunity #booksky

18 titles* #BookSky *returned 🇺🇸 SUPER GAY POEMS: LGBTQIA+ Poetry after Stonewall; edited by Stephanie Burt (📘 e-book) today (22/11) (not done, but the loan is almost up so I've put it on hold) www.hup.harvard.edu/books/978067...

People often assume that unicorns use their horn for breeding displays or rutting behavior, like with other ungulates. But the truth is that their horns are actually used as magic wands, with which they conjure rainbows and colorful sprinkles for cookies and ice cream. #mythperceptions

Oregon friends, join me at the Showbiz Holiday Market in Salem today and tomorrow at the fairgrounds (Jackman Long building). #fantasy #scifi #horror #books Event info: www.salemreporter.com/event/showbi... #booksky

The world's oldest book, known as the Golden Etruscan Orphic Book, dates to around 660 BC. Its small pages are made entirely of gold sheets engraved with writing and images related to Etruscan rituals. www.thearchaeologist.org/blog/the-gol... #booksky

Want a FREE SHORT STORY every month delivered to your email? #fantasy, #scifi, or #horror. You'll be the first to read them, exclusive to my newsletter members. Every 3 months you'll also get my newsletter w/ cool links & news about my writing. jason-kilgore.us5.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=...

Want a FREE SHORT STORY every month delivered to your email? #fantasy, #scifi, or #horror. You'll be the first to read them, exclusive to my newsletter members. Every 3 months you'll also get my newsletter w/ cool links & news about my writing. jason-kilgore.us5.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=...

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Want a FREE short story every month delivered to your email? #fantasy, #scifi, or #horror. You'll be the first to read them, exclusive to my newsletter members. Every 3 months you'll also get my newsletter w/ cool links & news about my writing. jason-kilgore.us5.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=...

Want a FREE short story every month delivered to your email? #fantasy, #scifi, or #horror. You'll be the first to read them, exclusive to my newsletter members. Every 3 months you'll also get my newsletter w/ cool links & news about my writing. jason-kilgore.us5.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=...

Great time at PDX Bookfest 2025! #books #read #readers #pdx

Apparently "poofy" isn't a real word, according to merriam-webster.com I'm using it anyways. #writingcommunity

You want to write the best book you can, but there’s so much to learn. Can a writing coach help you? Keep reading…. worldskilgore.medium.com/should-you-g... #booksky #authors #selfpublishing

Having a great time at the GladEye Press table at the Portland book Festival in the Portland Art Museum today. Come on by if you're in the area! I'm on the third floor. #booksky

Sign up for my quarterly newsletter and receive a FREE SHORT STORY every month! You'll be the first to read them, exclusive to newsletter members. Stories will be fantasy, science fiction, or horror. +news and cool links sign up: jason-kilgore.us5.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=... #readingcommunity

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Experience a dramatic reading of “Bruised and Battered Nevermore”, my love letter to Poe @horrorreads.bsky.social youtu.be/iOZma1RmKy4?... #AuthorSky #BookSky #EdgarAllanPoe #HorrorSky #NewYorkCity #NYCAuthor #WriterSky #WritingSky

Corporations and CEOs are lauding AI as a revolution to improve workplace efficiency, but what is the real cost to workers? medium.com/@worldskilgo... #ai

‘The explicit nature of the material is non-exploitative, and in keeping with the book's tense, foreboding tone.’ www.amazon.co.uk/Through-Thei... #horror #explicit #horrorstories #shortstories #halloween #goodreads #bookboost #writingcommunity #readingcommunity #books #psychological

Hi! I'm H.S. Kallinger, a disabled, queer author of queer SFF. I have a complete, published psych/urban fantasy series available at multiple online retailers, & I'm working on a new one. My works are character-driven, blend real science with fantasy, and I like to kick tropes in the face.

If you're in the area of Salem, Oregon, be sure to drop by the Skein & Scribe book and yarn store on Commercial St. On the south side. I'm joined by author Donovan Reves as well. #booksky

I have a published book! It is a Wholesome Romance Fantasy with magic. And it's Gay! Please take a look!  books.friesenpress.com/store/title/... Also on Amazon! www.amazon.ca/Thoroughly-E...

Halloween is right around the corner. These 14 tales of the paranormal, horror, and even humor, will make the hairs stand up on your neck. Better read them with all the lights on! AROUND THE CORNER FROM SANITY www.amazon.com/Around-Corne... #booksky #horror #paranormal

Hydras adhere to the belief that “two heads are better than one.” In fact, they can have multiple heads, which makes every decision a committee decision. Corporations love hydras! #mythperceptions

Halloween is right around the corner. These 14 tales of the paranormal, horror, and even humor, will make the hairs stand up on your neck. Better read them with all the lights on! AROUND THE CORNER FROM SANITY www.amazon.com/Around-Corne... #booksky #horror #paranormal

4 new agents to consider querying. curiosityneverkilledthewriter.com/4-new-agents...

Oregon friends, join me and author Donovan Reves at the new Skein & Scribe bookstore at 3989 Commercial St. in Salem. It's a yarn and book cafe', located in Salem. We'll be there from 1-5 this coming Saturday, November 1. Join us! #booksky #SalemOregon

Hey peeps. I've started a GoFundMe for my friend Dave, who need to attend a special "Dungeonmaster University" retreat to expand his business as a professional gamemaster and earn money to help his family. They struggle to make ends meet. Will you chip in? www.gofundme.com/f/dave-atten...

Oregon friends, join me and author Donovan Reves at the new Skein & Scribe bookstore at 3989 Commercial St. in Salem. It's a yarn and book cafe', located in Salem. We'll be there from 1-5 this coming Saturday, November 1. Join us! #booksky #SalemOregon

Which Kind Of Writer Are You: A Pantser Or A Plotter? You’ve got a great idea for a novel, but how should you go about it? Are you a “pantser” or a “plotter?” Are you a writing wanderer or do you prefer a map for your writing journey? medium.com/p/which-kind... #writingcommunity

Krakens get a bad rap. Sure, they attack and sink ships at sea, but only the ones that will make good reefs for coral to grow on. We all have to do our part to help the environment. #mythperceptions

Hey peeps! If you're in Portland area, be sure to go to the Portland Book Festival and the GladEye Press booth. I'll be there from 11-1 that day!

My thoughts on AI in the workplace, how it is affecting both employees and corporate employers, and effects on the job market. worldskilgore.medium.com/is-ai-making...

I love this excerpt from The Golden Compass, by Philip Pullman. #booksky #fantasy

Vampires suck blood, sure, but not all blood is the same. Today’s vampires prefer humans who only eat organic, locally-grown foods. They consider them “health food.” #mythperceptions

Book mail with the swellest features! 📚📬 Coming with a tailored book box, a cut-out jacket, gauffered edges, and more, I'm thoroughly enjoying my copy of Benjamin Ashwood. Looking forward to cracking it open and diving into this coming-of-age adventure in style! #bookmail #fantasybooks

Halloween is right around the corner. These 14 tales of the paranormal, horror, and even humor, will make the hairs stand up on your neck. Better read them with all the lights on! AROUND THE CORNER FROM SANITY www.amazon.com/Around-Corne... #booksky #horror #paranormal