“Stop scapegoating minorities and put the focus back on the things that are really harming women.”—Member of the #NotInOurName collective (@pinknews.bsky.social) #TransAwarenessWeek @nionwomen.bsky.social 🏳️‍⚧️

“As African book publishers build a literary ecosystem of their own, they say they’re fighting a stubborn perception problem, with too many international publishers treating the continent’s 54 countries as one homogenous entity.” @publisherswkly.bsky.social #African #Publishing #Audiobooks

Help finish Alice Wong’s work by donating to her GoFundMe (read last update): www.gofundme.com/f/alice-wong... @sfdirewolf.bsky.social

So saddened by the news that we have lost Alice Wong. It was an honor to know her and learn from her. May the lessons she shared continue to guide us for years to come.

A grateful post seems so small in the vastness of all @sfdirewolf.bsky.social did for the world, but Alice showed the power of social media to spark change, so I hope the love through these channels are emanating toward her into the ether. Thank you for everything. www.instagram.com/p/DREMDNBjnq...

“With so many marginalized communities, we’re basically the oracles…we’re the ones who see shit before it happens.” In June 2020, I interviewed Alice Wong for TVU before she lost her ability to speak. I asked her how she’d first learned of SARS-CoV-2. She began with the 2016 election of Trump:

“Storytelling can be more than a blog post, essay, or book. It can be an emoji, a meme, a selfie, or a tweet. It can become a movement for social change.” —Alice Wong (1974–2025)

“Storytelling can be more than a blog post, essay, or book. It can be an emoji, a meme, a selfie, or a tweet. It can become a movement for social change.” —Alice Wong (1974–2025)

I don't have the words to begin to describe Alice's profound impact on my life. All I can do right now is cry in grief, in joyful memory.

You can donate to #AuthorsAgainstBookBans through Zelle!

You can donate to #AuthorsAgainstBookBans through Zelle!

“You don’t need a motivational speech. A simple, ‘That’s awful, I’m really sorry you’re dealing with that,’ can mean a lot.” Tips from The Only Black Guy in the Office. #ConsciousLanguage #Unemployment

“The final product…isn’t perfect, [Kahoʻokahi Kanuha] and other Hawaiian language experts say, but it’s a successful global-scale contribution to revitalizing and normalizing a language that has endured erasure attempts amid colonization.” @apnews.com #Hawaiian #ChiefOfWar #AppleTV

“Someone once said, ‘If you aren’t actively working to dismantle age discrimination, you’re supporting a system that will discriminate against your future self.’”—Karen Chong, VP, Audience Strategy, Age Inclusion, AARP #Aging #Ageism #ConsciousLanguage

And here's the piece. Thank you to everyone who reached out. www.thecut.com/article/demo...

sure sex is great but have you ever supported your artist friends during the holidays by buying their lovely work?

“Alternatives such as ‘cardiac insufficiency’ or ‘heart dysfunction’ might better capture the clinical reality while reducing psychological compromise.” (European Heart Journal) #ConsciousLanguage #Health #Medicine

One final round of applause for our #EdsGuild2025 Red Pencil Conference sponsors: @consciousstyleguide.com, @humancreator.bsky.social, Inclusive Media Solutions LLC, and @nadiageageapupa.bsky.social's Pique Publishing!

Conscious Style Guide is on Bluesky! What to expect: posts that help you think critically about language and design as tools for equity and self-expression. Check out the whole family of resources: Book | Website | Community | Newsletter By @karenyin.bsky.social 🌷

I am shooting my shot. I love writing op-eds. @teenvogue.com was my main outlet, but if there are any others (especially independently ran) that are looking for a contributing writer on race, gender, and the economy, I'd love to work with you. Signed, A Black woman who writes for the public

#KidLit 💙

“You may find it helpful to think that ‘neurodiverse’ includes everybody in the universe. ‘Neurodivergent’ refers to individuals or groups of people whose brains work differently, for example, autistic people or those with ADHD or dyslexia.” @theconversation.com #ADHD #Dyslexia #ConsciousLanguage

" #Language is not merely a #tool for #communication; it shapes our reality and influences our #emotions and #decisions. Words can #heal or #harm, #empower or #diminish. "

“The key lies in approaching international travel with genuine curiosity rather than American-centric expectations.” (Travelbinger) travelbinger.com/travel-exper... #ConsciousLanguage #Travel

“Born and raised in Korea, Mimi Kim took the responsibility [of being a cultural consultant] seriously. She advised on everything from correct clothing and scenery to buildings and language.” @firstalert4.com

I finally broke out of my executive dysfunction to get this interview out into the world! K.T. Nguyen is an Anthony and Agatha-award winning author. So grateful she took time out to chat!

Who will be the first to sue an AI company for defamation when a fake quote is attributed to them? Of course we could all sue for plagiarism, all us writers....

Being part of a membership association means finding others who share your interests on a similar topic. But what if it leads to finding a sense of belonging when you feel loss and lost. 💛 Read Karen's story. tinyurl.com/8cftay2f

Editors, who else is nervously excited about the @edsguild.bsky.social's Red Pencil Conference today? #AmEditing #conference #EdsGuild www.linkedin.com/posts/ayesha...

“This isn’t about resisting innovation. It’s about protecting the integrity of our professions.”—Marc Benoy, BSN, RN, chief nursing information officer, @summahealth.bsky.social “Why Leaders Are Pushing Back on ‘AI Nurse’ Label” (Becker’s)

Project Otto the Abominable Snow Dancer cookie engaged #kidlitart

So vile.

ICYMI: Microsoft’s charge “implies a more than $12 billion quarterly loss at OpenAI, said Firoz Valliji, an analyst at Bernstein.” That “would mark one of the largest single-quarter losses for a tech company in history.” @jessefelder.bsky.social $MSFT www.wsj.com/livecoverage...

“If you have moral conviction, the right words will find you.” @timeshighered.bsky.social #DEI #ConsciousLanguage

We are very excited for this upcoming webinar with @sylvialiu.bsky.social on unblocking & unlocking creativity! Open to non-members too! app.inkedvoices.com/event/webina... #Writingcommunity

Fantastic post on updating challenged language. Thanks as always for posting, @consciousstyleguide.com!

With 🇺🇸 Thanksgiving being 3 weeks away and SNAP being a shit show—but with some retailers and nonprofits offering turkeys for low or no cost—I'd love to get my free cookbook #AfterTheFeast to as many folks as possible. Would you kindly share it here and elsewhere? 🙏 ivacheung.com/2025/09/afte...

Happy #kidlitartpostcard Day! I'm Stacey & I’m always on the lookout for colourful, magical & sweet #pb projects! Portfolio - staceybyer.com Rep'd - @christaheschke.bsky.social @danieledhunter.bsky.social @bookhive25.bsky.social Email: [email protected] #kidlit #illustration #caribbeankidlit

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! I write and illustrate board books, picture books, readers, and comics. I love quirky characters and projects that let me show a range of emotions. Rep’d by Jamie Weiss Chilton, Andrea Brown Literary Agency. #kidlitillustration @andreabrownlit.bsky.social

Hello #kidlitartpostcard ! I am Charlene Chua & I illustrate books for kids. 🌟Open for 2026 book projects! 🌟 Portfolio - charlenechua.com#kidlitartpostcardRep' by Tracy Marchini Literary #kidlitart #kidlit #illustration #PB #GN #starwars

For those posting about #CanKidLit, pls consider including my newest solo picture book, I WANT TO READ *ALL* THE BOOKS? 🙏🏽📚🇨🇦 I also feature real-life Toronto libraries in my book, including one where I worked. I am Canadian & live in Toronto. Thank you so much! #KidLit #IReadCanadian

“Oral hygiene has been linked to multiple health conditions, including #dementia and #diabetes. Now, research shows that people with both #gum #disease and more #tooth #cavities also have a notably higher risk of #stroke. …” www.sciencealert.com/21-year-stud...

🥢📚🥳I’m thrilled to be part of the 19th annual Brooklyn Children’s Book Fair this Sunday with nearly 50 authors+illustrators! If you’re around, please drop by—I’ll be chatting, signing TRICKY CHOPSTICKS, & giving out fun swag! #kidlit @brooklynmuseum.org @simonkids.bsky.social @fannyliem.bsky.social

Sharing this again. It's from four years ago, and censorship continues to rear its ugly head. Thank you, Meg, for stating this so well.

“We are not in normal times. We can’t afford to avoid politics out of politeness.” The 2025 Etymology of the Year, by @mashedradish.bsky.social.

Thank you to author-illustrator @jannieho.bsky.social for sharing her awesome school visit flyer with us and giving me the inspiration to make my own! Read the full post on Kidlit Survival Guide, the Substack I write w/ @christinenevans.bsky.social. kidlitsurvivalguide.substack.com/p/author-vis...

I‘m celebrating my debut PB UNIVERSE PIE deal with a PB BRAINSTORM giveaway! Let’s take a dive into your (fic or NF) pitch & mss via Zoom. To enter, comment below with a GIF of your story’s vibe. OPEN TO AGENTED AND NONAGENTED! Winner announced Fri, Nov. 7th @ 6 pm EST. #picturebooks #giveaway

Updated guide by the National Association of Hispanic Journalists covers migration, health, crime, sexism, and LGBTQIA+ issues, reflecting its mission to promote ”fair, accurate, and inclusive coverage of the Latino community.” ⬇️ Download 2025 Cultural Competence Handbook: nahj.org/wp-content/u...

Another awesome picture book is born!