If I created a donation page, who would be willing to donate $2-3 to help a family I know have a fantastic Christmas? No, not my family. I try not to ask for money like this for myself. Probably why my recent gofundme did so badly. If I get enough interest, I'll set something up.

I'm so grateful that we had such valuable feedback for this planner. You can grab your copy for $7 until tomorrow only, so grab it before the price goes up :-) Https://thepickybookworm.com/product/indie-blog-planner

Aaaaaahhhhhh! My friend Eliza and I have been working for MONTHS on a content planner and resource guide for bloggers and authors, and it JUST. WENT. LIVE. you can grab your copy $10 off until the 12, so grab your copy now! thepickybookworm.com/product/indi...

If I created a phone wallpaper from your book, #authors, to sell in my digital shop, what would you think? 1. No, I would not use the cover. Advertising only, not in things I actually sell 2. I'd use a quote from your book, most likely, and colors inspired by the cover.

I hadn't come on here in a while, so wanted to come hang out for a bit. Now that I have, I hope you all have a fantastic Sunday, and don't forget to listen to this week's podcast! It'll be up soon, and I'm so happy! thepickybookworm.com

Ok, so. Back in 2002, my honors English class had us do, as a MAJOR part of the grade, a thesis on whatever topic we wanted. As a pretentious nerd, I decided, initially, to do mine on ‘how a story is written’. One of the first parts of this project was to assemble primary sources. 1/?

Wait... Levar Burton has a podcast? How did I not know this?

Thank you so much! I loved working with you!

PSA: You can expect more reviews of Ted Dekker books, because I just found out that he's actually independently published. Ted Dekker is such an amazing author, and I can't wait to share his books! Here's one #bookreview I wrote a while back for Thr3e: thepickybookworm.com/book-review-...

I'm excited to read these! If I remember correctly, book one in this series won a Picky Bookworm Award a couple years ago. I'll have to double check, but if you enjoy historical fiction, you should check these out!

I've been organizing my kindle and finding full series to make sure I can buy them all eventually, and know what I'm realizing? Most of my books (probably 98% of them) are part of a series, and I own way more indie books than I thought. I'm such a happy girl!

I can pick a new book fairly easily, and almost never read the same book twice. Yet, picking a new TV show is anxiety inducing, and I can usually be found watching the same shows over and over. Anyone else do this?

Books by a Trans authors you might be interested in for Trans Day of remeberance. If you like queer erotic romance, with real, relatable characters and people you can obsess over, then The Orchid and The Lion series by @ghargravewrites.bsky.social is for you! Links in the comments.

If you've been looking for an editor or proofreader, then you're in luck! Between now and the end of the year, I'm offering a free 3000 word edit of your manuscript. Then, if you hire me, you'll get 25% off your deposit. International clients welcome!! Happy Thanksgiving!

For my US friends.... What are your plans for Thankgiving?

Been working on #bookreviews today. I'll finally be scheduling some to come out soon! I hope you guys are excited, because I sure am!

I didn't schedule anyone for today's #podcast, because I was going to be out of the house. Now that those plans have been cancelled (bursitis in my shoulder has me under the weather) I'm at a loss with what to do with the rest of my day. At least I have time to edit!

Fact about me: I love reading book reviews, even if they're about a book I'm never gonna read. I love seeing all the various opinions out there. Your turn! And go!

My husband and I have created a new word. Cranianalosis It's the condition of having your head stuck firmly up your ass.

Y'all. Seriously. Looked up "affordable book editing" on Google, and no wonder self published authors avoid editing! Even after raising my rates next month, I'll still be at about half market rate. I'm fine with that, though, because I'd rather be affordable than not.

My friend Eliza and I have been SUPER busy recently, on something we are SO excited about! Who wants to know? You curious yet? Let me know!

My friend is designing some new candle labels for me, and I'm so excited! I've spent so long trying to find ones I love, and I have really struggled with them. So I'm thrilled Kylee is willing and able to help me out! I'm so excited to see the final version!

Update: We are now at 20m and counting.

It's hard to work with him so comfy. Luckily, Simon doesn't usually stay here long. About 20 minutes, and he's done. I'll update if he stays longer, lol

Also replace the taco with a book, and you have an accurate idea.

I still have a couple podcast spots available on my podcast for the rest of the year, so if anyone is interested, especially if you have Christmas or Holiday themed book coming out (Hanukkah would be cool, too) I'd love to have you! Let me know!

My husband wanted to see this design colored in fourths. So he divided it, and I picked the colors. It turned out SO COOL!

Just finished Midnight Strikes by Zeba Shahnaz, and it's so good! Gonna go add it to my blog drafts so I don't forget to review, and then I'm gonna get started on writing review outlines until it's time to record with @cblansdell.bsky.social later for the podcast. Cheers!

Monthly reminder: It’s okay to buy more books. It’s okay to get more books from the library. It’s okay to buy books you won’t read for years. It’s okay to pile books everywhere. It’s okay to get different editions of the same book. Books are awesome. Do whatever makes you happy.

Apparently, Bluesky doesn't do video yet, so unless y'all are following me on Instagram, you won't get to see the cool cover reveal I did. I'm still super excited to help @diannalgunn.bsky.social let you know about her book releasing soon! I can't wait!

Hubs and I have been watching the Teen Wolf TV series, and it's really good. We're on season 6, and it's the last one. No clue what to watch after.

If you aren't following Kate Beckinsale on Instagram, you should be. She's so freaking hilarious, and I love seeing her lay into fellas who tell her to age gracefully when she got her wisdom teeth out. So funny.

This makes me want to organize a readathon for charity. Who's got ideas for some good ones? My husband's favorite is St. Judes.

I just learned that Medusa was the ultimate victim in victim blaming. Or at least the first? Posiedon rapes her in front of Athenas temple, and Athena punishes Medusa for it by turning her hair to snakes. From what I read, Posiedon got away scot free. What a dick.

I just finished a book by the same guy who wrote the book the TV show Homeland was based on. Book was pretty good. I promise, I will get reviews posted soon. So many books to review!

I was on a podcast! Not often I get to be the guest, so it was definitely a fun experience! I got to talk about my love of indie books and my candles! Enjoy! noelophile.com?p=17792

I am currently scheduling podcast guests for November and the 3 episodes I record in December. If you've not been on my podcast in 2023, let me know! Previous guests welcome!

While my husband doesn't read, I would NEVER call him uneducated. He's one of the smartest people I know. Reading doesn't make you smart. Yes, you can learn things from books, but geez. I would never say these things about my husband. Ever. This pisses me off. www.yourtango.com/entertainmen...

My #currentread is giving me Strangers On a Train vibes.

I've been coloring a lot lately. It helps calm my mind when I feel overwhelmed. Newest one.

What's the worst thing you had to read or watch for school? Worst: A Clockwork Orange for Comp 1 in college Best: Amadeus for Choir in High School

Coloring is good for the soul, in my opinion at least. Helps me with anxiety. Do you like to color?

Go rugby sports! I know nothing about rugby, but I am looking forward to hearing who wins! Excited about the chat!

New show notes and podcast episode! listen directly on my website, and find links to Joel's books and social, or head to your favorite podcast directory! thepickybookworm.com/joel-flanaga... @servantand.bsky.social

Uh, yeah. Totally. When my husband tells me he's proud of me, it means the absolute world. I mean it when I say I wouldn't still be running The Picky Bookworm without him. I would have given up years ago.

Before I share this week's podcast episode, have you caught up on last week's yet? If not, here's the link! you can listen directly on my blog, or on the go on your favorite podcast directory. thepickybookworm.com/steve-hugh-w...

I haven't really posted on here much lately. Sorry about that! Had a lot going on, along with a healthy (or not so) dose of depression and anxiety. Gradually moving out of my funk with the help of family, friends and doctors, so I'll try to come on and share what I've been up to :-)

I just learned that Spotify is rolling out transcripts of thousands of podcast episodes. Who wants to let me know when this happens to mine? Obviously they'll start with the most popular first, but who knows? That would be super handy!

Aw thank you so much! I had such a great time with you too! And thank you for thinking my website is beautiful :-) I work hard on it so that means a lot!

I have ADULT neighbors out playing in the rain. So cute and funny! I'd share a pic, but it's their privacy.