I would buy a book with a clearly DIY cover before an AI one. The author that DIYs a cover cares a lot more about the integrity of the project then one that would use AI.

#Smutcember Don't be afraid to make it funny if that's how the scene feels, it's worth trying out. And: Always edit with both hands. #Writesky #WritingCommunity #Writingprompts

"The Lurker" is a novella about what would happen if someone tried to force you to write your novel. Spoiler alert: the well of reasons to procrastinate runs deep. books2read.com/u/bwJrGZ #Booksky #Writesky #TheLurker

Small note: if you see a fat person out exercising, you don’t need to give them advice!

This commercial got me so good I bought a dictionary...something I didn't expect I would ever do again. I told my toddler that this book can tell us the meaning of any word. Props to Merriam-Webster for having an illustration next to our first word: "unicorn." Now, she thinks this book is magic.🪄

#Smutcember My husband has not read much, but he solicited a friend to beta-read one of my spicy romance novels. Surprisingly, I didn't die of embarrassment and she really enjoyed it (from the comments she made). It's given me the courage to publish it...eventually. #Writesky #Romancelandia

So IDK if this counts as art in this criteria but instead of making a "mood board" for a book I was writing, I made "mood food." I like taking food photos, so I'm declaring it counts and it's one of my favorite projects.

#Smutcember Well, the hookups are still the same for me. Wren and Spencer 4ever. But I have played around with a fun, non-cannon shared AU with a few writer friends. In that set up 🧵 #Wrencer #WritingPrompts #WritingCommunity

#Smutcember 22: This is not my forte, but here goes... Prestigious ivy league college AU! Jenna and Esti are assigned as roommates, both from working class families and admitted on scholarships for academic merit. Nejra is a wealthy legacy student who is nonetheless top of her class. (1/3)

I know I'm late here (I've been away). From *Vanilla (with Sprinkles)* where Sam is completely oblivious. #Smutcember #Writesky #Romancelandia #Writingcommunity

#smutcember Essentially it's Sam and Kalie, except instead of chickening out Kalie tells Sam she's trying to hook up with him (the night where they meet). I've written some cutesy dialogue which *fades to black.* #Writesky #WritingCommunity #Romancelandia

If you're a reader, you should check out the Smashwords End of Year Sale before it ends on January 1st! Find indie books available at discounts from 25% to 100% off! Readers, it's time to fill your ereader for the holiday season today! #EOYsale25 #booksky smashwords.com/sale

#TheLurker has been out for a month (which feels so wild to me). If you're looking for a novella that will encourage you to write in the New Year, give "The Lurker" a try! *All he wants in exchange for your freedom is 50k words...but you don't feel like it.* books2read.com/u/bwJrGZ #Writesky #Books

So I'm good then...*takes out the brie wheel I've been saving for Xmas*

When we consume entertainment sometimes we choose a metaphorical cheeseburger and sometimes we pick a salad. Whether it's something easy or something that challenges us it provides nourishment in some form or another. AI generated content however... 1/2

I missed the exact date (been sick whoops) BUT it's (just over) Riyati Ripple's one month release anni! If you haven't had the chance to check it out, pls do bc this is my bb of the series so far, I love it so much 💙 More info in QRP 👇 #Booksky 📚📢📚💙 🌈📚🌎 🪐📚⚔️🌈🚀 #QueerSFF #QueerAdultSFF

My *sense* of humor. (I have a problem where if I think of a joke mid-smut I have to at least write it). But in all seriousness, probably touch. It's nice to give characters silent moments to appreciate each other. #Smutcember #Writesky #Writingcommunity #Romancelandia

My Book, The Lurker, is part of the Smashwords 2025 End of Year Sale! Find your next favorite book at smashwords.com/sale ! #EOYsale25 #ebook #sale #books2read #indiebooks

In these trying times I must remind you the serving size on Hershey's Kisses is seven.

If I'm writing dual perspective I usually like to have the chapter leading up to it be one character (to show their desire) and the actual spice be the other character's perspective. But if there is more than one smut, I'll switch off scene by scene. #WriteSky #WritingCommunity #Smutcember

Hey romancelandia and fandom peeps! If you live in the U.S. right now you should know that KOSA (along with a slew of censorship bills) are advancing through congress right now. If you care about spicy books and/or fanfiction you should contact your reps right now and tell them to vote NO on KOSA!

If you're looking to grab a copy of #TheLurker, it's free on Smashwords until the end of the year! (and while you're there check out the Smashwords end of the year sale!) #EOYsale25 #ebook #sale #books2read #indiebooks

I'd like to add a layer: I think it also means "write with emotions you understand." I've never been a princess in a magic world trying to avoid a coop, but I have been under pressure and felt like I was torn in many directions at once (not having enough for it all). That's what I write from.

Today in "Don't Trust AI to Tell You Facts": How several different "AI" programs messed up the simple fact of to whom I dedicated a book, and what that means for how much you should trust "AI" to tell you the truth about things (spoiler: not much at all): whatever.scalzi.com/2025/12/13/a...

#writers If your book is part of @smashwords.bsky.social End of the Year big Sale, list it here! #readers, discover your next favorite at smashwords.com/sale #EOYsale25 #sale #booksky #indiebooks

“what’s your backstory?” Mukti:

My book "The Lurker" (free on smashwords until the end of the month) is an introduction to my writing while being wildly different than the other things I write about. So let me give you the pitch on giving my other books a chance. 1/4 books2read.com/u/bwJrGZ #ebook #sale #books2read #indiebooks

Guitar Concerto in C Flat Major, Op. 12: Lucina is out today! (Omg, so brave! Love wins!) If you'd like a trans self-discovery story & enjoy short (~50 page) reads, it's perfect for you. Get it from the retailers below or many others Itch: anotherindiewriter.itch.io/opus PayHip: payhip.com/b/7MrKy

Some people just go to #DisneyWorld to have fun, I see it as a challenge. Anyway, making a spreadsheet of average wait times like a *totally normal* human being.

It can't be overstated how much a #book #review helps an #author. One sentence is enough. Love an #author today ad make their Christmas extra special. #readers #readingcommunity

If you're looking to grab a copy of #TheLurker, it's free on Smashwords until the end of the year! (and while you're there check out the Smashwords end of the year sale!) #EOYsale25 #ebook #sale #books2read #indiebooks

THIS! I know I've been marketing my books to death because i have a release Friday. But I know not everyone has funds. And that's okay. Share things. Review us. Just...be there. There's so much you can do to support authors that costs nothing.

I have a website with demos & tech specs & voice acting résumé: ajfidalgo.com I have a quiet & cozy personal Discord server: discord.gg/gM4FwhpPa9 I made a template to help indie audio drama/actual play creators make their own Discord servers: discord.gg/hnN3RHJYQe What can I do for you, friend?

"Hold on to your chickens" is something I wrote in this fae romance Cinderella thing last night. No I will not be explaining...yet.

My Book, The Lurker, is part of the Smashwords 2025 End of Year Sale! Find your next favorite book at smashwords.com/sale ! #EOYsale25 #ebook #sale #books2read #indiebooks

I have two sites! Both are done through carrd (Riyati’s in particular I’m proud of pulling off through carrd ngl) 🔮 Riyati site: riyati.ink ✒️ Author site: kai-zeal.com

"The Lurker," is part of the Smashwords 2025 End of Year Sale! smashwords.com/sale Every group needs that one normie friend, and your smashwords collection is no different! "The Lurker" is about a writer who is kidnapped and forced to write the book they haven't started. #EOYsale25 #ebook #books

#WIPSnips "empty" A demolitions expert with a history of explosive relationships teams up with her shitty exes to defeat her high school sweetheart (a murderous arcade cabinet) in a life-or-death road trip. Today, he's emptied her house. Romantically. #WritingCommunity #amrevising #MandelbrotMIke

I've been absent lately (yay seasonal depression!). I'm hoping to return next week. I just wanted to let you guys know my books will be in the #Smashwords End of Year Sale starting Dec. 8! Looking for some mysteries over the holidays? Snag the first "Beyond Dark" book during this sale! #EOYsale25

About to rough draft the "bibbidi bobbidi boo" section of this dark romance Cinderella I've been working on. I'll probably leave notes to myself where I say "make this more magical sounding." 🤣

The struggle of trying to find something for critique circle that you need help with, but also isn't like terrible terrible. 🤣 #Writesky #Writers

#WIPSnips somebody had to know that NSFW content was going to come from this word. I have marked this adult in an abundance of caution though this is pretty tame (it's suggestive dialogue). From "Vanilla (with Sprinkles)." #Writesky #WritingCommunity #Romance

I am recovering from the flu so all I have for social media is a repost. Also congrats to everyone who won nanowrimo (or whatever we call it now) this year! Congrats to everyone who made a good amount of progress!

"Jaxis tells me stories about the fae realm between sips of wine, he even starts singing a drinking song where every verse ends in a specified number of slurps. I cannot deny his wit or that wine has enhanced the hilarity of each new story." #WIPSnips #Writesky #WritingCommunity

Just thinking about how red delicious apples are a scam. Like not once has anyone bit into a red delicious and been happy with their choice of apple variety. I love apples, granny Smith, Macintosh, honey crisp etc, but red delicious is atrocious. Petition to call them red disappointment.

I need you all to imagine this meme Train coming: me almost done with #nanowrimo Train getting hit: me getting a fever

On the subject of getting stuffed and gobbled... @hookandquillpress.com has graciously entrusted me with hosting #Smutcember, a hashtag prompt game for sharing our thoughts on love, attraction, and sex in fiction! First prompt launches Dec. 1st (🧵1/5) #WriteSky #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts

*Always* tell authors when you like their stuff. It's an emotional high that we'll ride for days. Brought to you by someone who liked my book

I am currently 1500 words away from my #nanowrimo #Novelvember goal this year (30k this month) but I think I'm going to save the rest for tomorrow or Friday...

In a book about a writer who is kidnapped and forced into writing a manuscript...there's a scene that takes place the Wednesday before Thanksgiving. Therefore, I have to market the book today (and tomorrow because there's also a Thanksgiving scene). #Write #Books #Selfpub books2read.com/u/bwJrGZ