My mental health hasn't been great for a while. Now my month of cons is over, the book launch is done (and the woes of submission are ongoing), I'm going to take a bit of time get my MH back in order. I'll still be working - books, BFS and Divergent Paths need work - but won't be around for a bit.

Publishing is weird & full of hidden lows and visible highs, but can I just take this wee moment to be extremely un-British and say 'hey I did a thing'? 6 books 5 awards 14 (I think?) award listings It's been rocky & the road ahead is uncertain but this here is not too shabby, is it?

The Beastie Boys are an excellent listen for those of us who are terrible at remembering people's names.

1,300 copies of Magic, Maps, and Mischief sold since 24 October. I always believed that there's a readership for this book but the response so far has been beyond what I thought I could do without a publisher. Thanks to *everyone* who has helped me from a word of encouragement to buying the book ❤️

Two days left for the Goodreads Giveaway of Wayward Souls (the delightfully dark sequel to Strange Beasts)! www.goodreads.com/giveaway/ent...

At Southampton Airport waiting to go home after an excellent @worldfantasy2025.bsky.social Spent time with friends old and new, listened to exciting plans and marvelled at all the creativity. Already miss you all ❤️

Where this is reported to us we can/will investigate - there will be no tolerance for this kind of bullshit. Trans rights are human rights.

Here's our book haul from @worldfantasy2025.bsky.social. We bought 9 of these and the rest were freebies from con bags or free books table.

I loved listening to this discussion about monarchies in fantasy fiction - including why we write them and how they relate to the chosen one trope. Featuring @hollyrace.bsky.social @davidgreenwriter.bsky.social @karisperring.bsky.social Karen Joy Fowler and Aliya Whiteley

This year I only came away from Bristolcon with one book 😮 Magic, Maps and Mishchief, by @davidgreenwriter.bsky.social

More panels, a reading, some food gf food options. Have also spoken, sometimes briefly, to @jolantru.bsky.social @kitwhitfield.bsky.social @aliettedebodard.com @davidgreenwriter.bsky.social @effjayem.bsky.social. Being the helpful chap that he is Dave gave directions to Joanne Harris.

Books with Autistic Characters written by Autistic authors. Published October 2025.

I have 9 more back in stock right now! But that's it for the weekend!!

We've sold out of Magic, Maps, and Mischief at The Syndicate table at @worldfantasy2025.bsky.social but I'm told we can still sell them and ship them to you! Plus, loads of other amazing books at the table. Thanks to everyone who made Maps a sell out!! 🦉

No bookshops. No publisher. 500 copies sold since October 24th. Thanks to everyone who has shared this cosy book and, of course, to everyone who has it in their TBR 🦉

I see Dean Winchester has released his memoir.

BOOK FINISHED AND IT’S A F******* DELIGHT. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This was so beautiful, thank you for putting it into the world!! 2025 is a hellmouth, and I needed this inspiration more than I can say! a.co/f6BZiuc 🪐💬⏰📚💙

👻 Sometimes ghosts are digital! Dive into @rainewilson.bsky.social 's shared universe: two standalones novels where the internet has collapsed, leaving digital ghosts to wander the world, infecting books, people and nature itself... Preorder https://geni.us/weallghostsPB https://geni.us/saltorac

A day late, but we can't recommend this book enough, which was released yesterday! ✓Cosy fantasy feels ✓Autism rep done right ✓Queer-inclusive ✓Found Family ✓Best owl sidekick ✓Friendship, belonging ✓Fash of chaos & adventure Full review: fantasy-faction.com/2025/magic-m... 💙📚🪐 #FantasyFaction

Had an amazing time talking Tolkien with @worldanvil.bsky.social

Happy October 24th, to all the #Tolkien fans! If you missed it, be sure and check out our interview with @davidgreenwriter.bsky.social in celebration of 70 years of #LordOfTheRings! youtube.com/live/Nlu2CWk...

A gift from young @adefletcher.bsky.social for the launch of Magic, Maps, and Mischief 🥂

Out now: Magic, Maps, and Mischief 🦉 Read it for: - strong autistic and ADHD rep 🎉 - queernorm world 😍 - themes of acceptance, kindness and the different kinds of love ☺️ - cozy, feel-good vibes ❤️ Shares greatly appreciated 😁 hope you enjoy the book! mybook.to/magicmapsand...

We forgot one very, very important release in our round-up from yesterday: BFS Secretary @davidgreenwriter.bsky.social releases his "cozy neurodivergent adventure" Magic, Maps and Mischief today! All the details over on his website: www.davidgreenwriter.com

@davidgreenwriter.bsky.social’s Magic, Maps and Mischief is really good, y’all! I’m a couple of chapters in, and it’s exactly what I need in this moment.

Over on the blog today, I have a post from David Green on the publication of Magic, Maps and Mischief www.shonakinsella.com/shona-kinsel... @davidgreenwriter.bsky.social

HAPPY RELEASE DAY DAVID! This book was a magical read in every sense of the word!!! @davidgreenwriter.bsky.social www.goodreads.com/review/show/...

I'm very sorry for all the Magic, Maps, and Mischief posts today but, you know, it's important to me. And I got no publisher to help (really appreciate ALL the support so far. You're all AMAZING). Regular posts about Lord of the Rings and The US Office will resume soon. Bear with me 🐻

Out today! This #OwnVoices #Neurodivergent cosy fantasy from our very own @davidgreenwriter.bsky.social Ever wanted to find somewhere you belong? Join Greton, an elderly autistic asexual man as he searches for his heart’s desire

It's release day for Magic, Maps and Mischief by @davidgreenwriter.bsky.social! Check out this #ownvoices autistic cozy fantasy with an older main character, queernormative world, ace rep, and themes of acceptance and love of all types! 💜✨ #AceWeek #BookSky #fantasy mybook.to/magicmapsand...

Happiest of Book Birthdays! Just nabbed my copy!!

Happy book birthday to our own @davidgreenwriter.bsky.social!

Happy book birthday to @davidgreenwriter.bsky.social and *Magic, Maps, and Mischief.* www.goodreads.com/book/show/24...

Happy release day David! If you want a cozy fantasy with a neurodivergent lead who’s older in years, check out Magic, Maps, and Mischief! Out today!!! 💙📚🪐

Happy publication day to this warm hug of a book by @davidgreenwriter.bsky.social If you enjoy cosy fantasy or have ever longed to find where you belong, then run to buy this mybook.to/magicmapsand...

Out now: Magic, Maps, and Mischief 🦉 Read it for: - strong autistic and ADHD rep 🎉 - queernorm world 😍 - themes of acceptance, kindness and the different kinds of love ☺️ - cozy, feel-good vibes ❤️ Shares greatly appreciated 😁 hope you enjoy the book! mybook.to/magicmapsand...

BFS members have been very busy.

Given that I clearly feel I don't have enough rejection and stress in my life, should I enter Maps into SPFBO in 2026? Maybe it'll be enough to finish me off for good! That's something to look forward to 😂

School Halloween party 🎃👻

Gotta love people returning ebooks on Amazon... 🙄

Reborn in Ash is out NOW in ebook and paperback! www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068390220 (US folks will have to wait a few hours) 💙📚🪐

I'm sure you're all getting bored of the Magic, Maps, and Mischief promo, but with no publisher behind me, I have to do what I can! The early reviews have been lovely to see... especially given this book's rough road to publication. mybook.to/magicmapsand...

I'm sure you're all getting bored of the Magic, Maps, and Mischief promo, but with no publisher behind me, I have to do what I can! The early reviews have been lovely to see... especially given this book's rough road to publication. mybook.to/magicmapsand...

I would do a "where I'm going to be at Bristolcon/World Fantasy Convention" but who cares? I'll be around...

I can’t recommend this book enough. It’s so full of kindness with such a big heart. Seeing so many parts of myself portrayed in Greton was so beautiful

Saying this, I am feeling very bruised and low at the moment. Things generally are pretty tough away from the writing world, and the writing world (submissions) are always challenging. So much so it makes me consider my place in it. Still, book launch Friday... *summons scant energy and optimism*

Day 2 of meet THE SALT ORACLE characters, please say hello to my main character: ✨Dr Auli Fraser✨ A shy academic is no one's idea of a hero. But she might not have a choice. geni.us/saltorac @solarisbooks.bsky.social

Had a well-needed therapy session today. Because of life reasons, my therapy schedule had been disrupting and also because of life reasons - and being on submission - my mental health had taken a real dip lately. I try to be a positive person but sometimes it's hard. Therapy really helps.

One week tomorrow I'll be getting on a train and heading for Brighton! This is what I'll be up to while I'm there. Outwith these times, you'll likely find me at the BFS table in the Dealers Hall or in the bar!