Happiness comes in many forms and is sometimes wrapped up by The Broken Binding 😍 Isn't this exquisite?

Where applicable, what is your favourite: • Epic Fantasy • Medieval Inspired Fantasy • Historical Fiction • Discworld Book • Mythology Inspired Story • Comfort Read • Book you'd save in a fire • Best book cover you own

It's almost certainly completely imagined, but when it's cold and frosty in the British Isles, I really feel a sense of magic in the air outdoors. I can't really explain it. It's probably just because I associate winter with Christmas and lights etc but I love the feeling of it - feels otherworldly

I'm so fucking drunk. Help

Hello I'm drunk

It brings me so much joy that from the kitchen window in our new house, I can see birds nearly all day long. I was lucky to see a pigeon now and again before. Now it's blue tits, great tits, blackbirds, robins, thrushes, wrens, pigeons, magpies and squirrels. Hoping to see even more ❤️

Reaper Man is overrated; half of the book is just nonsensical. Hogfather is hard to follow. Death as a character is fantastic but his book series aren't as engaging as him alone... I'm much preferring Witches and City Watch...

Interesting dragon

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Heard Dan Jones is writing a book on castles. There's one I'll buy the special edition of. Just bought his Wars of the Roses special from Broken Binding and then got an email to say I'd entered my overdraft 😅🙈

Gorgeous pics

Interview done ✅ Maybe I should believe in myself more because I feel like I did really well ☺️ Now there's no preparation to be done I can fully enjoy a book in the evenings again 👌

Bluesky in comparison to X: ✅ Kinder ✅ Friendlier ✅ More supportive ✅ Less hate ✅ More book related engagement ✅ No penalty for posting links 👎 More politics 👎 More RTs on the timeline 👎 Less users Overall, bluesky wins if I could only pick one. I feel like this is now my 'main social app'

I've scratched my cornea right on the pupil putting a bird feeder out and pinged a sharp tree branch straight into my eye. I now can't see out of it. I've got a massive important interview on Monday & I told myself I'd think more positively. This is the best I can do...

I wish I wasn't like this; Whenever I have a job interview lined up, I feel such a sense of dread for days before, even if I'm prepared. It's such bad anxiety and I don't even know why but it stops me focusing on anything, I even struggle to focus on the interview prep itself.

There's an owl outside somewhere nearby but I don't know where. I've always wanted to see a wild owl and a wild woodpecker but it's never happened. It's hooting as it to say "you will never find me even though I'm loud as fuck"

Wyrd Sisters is my current car listen and Indira Varma is an absolutely fantastic voice actor 👌 This is my favourite Discworld so far and gives me renewed optimism that I will love some of the series afterall ...

I'm a big name in deep space, ask your mates 🚀

As the creator of #Norsevember, I wish you a pleasant time of year and hope you're finding time to celebrate Northern myths, history, influences, traditions and stories. Magic and myth arrives with the onset of the cold. ❄️ Hoping to have a bit of content over the month.

I find it fascinating how we change with age. Obviously most people mature and get wiser. But part of my inner self would love to go on a weekend away and drink all the beer (never happens now!) and the other half of me now gets excited by garden centres and tending to the garden.

Gotta admit. That's a mightily fine poured pint...

I'm slowly moving over here from twitter. I may have loads less followers, but at least people talk and interact here sometimes 💪

Kindle and a rum in the bath tonight I think 👌

Kindle and a rum in the bath tonight I think 👌

Shock; I didn't get any of my planned reading done, but read a book about garden birds.

Happy Halloween! 🎃 Anything planned?

I think I've reached my mad professor era. This is how my hair now looks when not in public - which these days is 99% of the time 😅

This time last year I was so excited to get into Discworld and was convinced the Death series would be perfect for me. Unfortunately, 3 books in realised I mostly only liked the Death parts. I'm going to try again with Guards! Guards! and hope that hits the spot better.

I want to share an indie book I really loved. The Saga of Ádís Rauðfeldr by Siobhan Clark reads like Nordic folklore. A tale with magic, myth, monsters beautifully told. I'd love it if more readers gave it a try or knew about it! spellsandspaceships.home.blog/2023/11/27/t...

I'm delighted to be able to show you @jnevair.bsky.social 's new book releasing in Jan, The Curse of Dragon Tail Island! This is a pirate fantasy you don't want to miss 🏝️☠️🦜🧭 Learn more below plus ARC sign up! spellsandspaceships.home.blog/2025/10/28/t...

I'm delighted to be able to show you @jnevair.bsky.social 's new book releasing in Jan, The Curse of Dragon Tail Island! This is a pirate fantasy you don't want to miss 🏝️☠️🦜🧭 Learn more below plus ARC sign up! spellsandspaceships.home.blog/2025/10/28/t...

Coming tomorrow from @jnevair.bsky.social ...

Any of these pique your curiosity? These are likely to be my next 4 ebook reviews...

New spooky review for @comicstitan.bsky.social blog tour for The Space Between the Trees by Norm Konyu! Check out the review below: spellsandspaceships.home.blog/2025/10/23/t...

A new horror that is worth your time if you want a fast paced vampire story set in 70s US! spellsandspaceships.home.blog/2025/10/18/c...

All moved into the new house ☺️ Have the luxury of a little pantry so I'm feeling truly like Bilbo now

Moving house has brought to my attention just how many books I have 😅 Also... Books are HEAVY!! Moving day tomorrow and I'm ashamed to admit how much of my stuff is books

My son chose this book today with me on our trip into town. It's really good! He's already designed his own fantasy map and wrote the things he's encountered in a journey across the map. Maybe I'll be promoting his books in a few years 👀

Hi everyone, exciting news - I've created a new home for more content from me! Beyond the Barrow is a space for folklore, fantasy, myth and magic, even some spooky stories 🍂✨❄️ 🎃 I'd love it if you'd join me and even consider subscribing! beyondthebarrow.substack.com

The Beauty of Autumn 🍂🎃 My first post on my new blogging home - Beyond the Barrow. Check it out below:

Hi everyone, exciting news - I've created a new home for more content from me! Beyond the Barrow is a space for folklore, fantasy, myth and magic, even some spooky stories 🍂✨❄️ 🎃 I'd love it if you'd join me and even consider subscribing! beyondthebarrow.substack.com

Things are getting spooky! Check out the blog tour for Coffin Moon by Keith Rosson from @blackcrowbooks.bsky.social (I'm on 18th!)

An excellent review from Womble as usual, which perfectly captures the vibe and nuances of this book!

New Review - A Brilliant mythic tale of magic, family and great storytelling I strongly recommend A Sword of Bronze And Ruin by Anna Smith Spark is out now and go get it! www.runalongtheshelves.net/blog/2025/9/...

I generally don't buy 2nd copies but I had to use my last birthday book vouchers for the updated edition of A Sword of Bronze and Ashes for the matching sprayed edges, premium feel, extra chapter and matching spines. And I'm glad I did 😍 @annasmithspark.bsky.social

Stay tuned next month where I'll be on the blog tour for this, right in the middle of spooky season! Love @normkonyu.bsky.social 's work and I'm really excited to read this. Thanks @comicstitan.bsky.social for including me on the tour ☺️❤️

'Read it slowly and allow it to take hold of you. Remind yourself that books can also be art [...] cherish the beauty of human emotion, language and imagination.' A wonderful review of A SWORD OF GOLD AND RUIN from @blogspells.bsky.social Out now!! spellsandspaceships.home.blog/2025/09/23/a...

New Review! In this much anticipated sequel to a Sword of Bronze and Ashes, @annasmithspark.bsky.social continues to push the boundaries with her unique and refreshing brand of fantasy ❤️ spellsandspaceships.home.blog/2025/09/23/a...

New Review! In this much anticipated sequel to a Sword of Bronze and Ashes, @annasmithspark.bsky.social continues to push the boundaries with her unique and refreshing brand of fantasy ❤️ spellsandspaceships.home.blog/2025/09/23/a...

This BEAUTY arrived this morning from Waterstones 😍 Review coming soon as nearly finished the eARC! SO honoured & thrilled to see my quote on the inside cover & alongside @petemc666.bsky.social @shaunalawless.bsky.social and @grimdarkmagazine.bsky.social !! @annasmithspark.bsky.social