@nightlightguy.bsky.social hi there! You mention in the Emperors of Rome episode on Pliny the Younger that there's an episode of When in Rome about Trajan's Column... I can't find it anywhere online... Can you point me in the right direction? Thanks! Loving the podcast!

This is the face of a dog whose human has completed a novella and a novel this week! Blue isn't massively impressed, but I'm very pleased with myself! #doglovers #dogsofinstagram #writerlife #writerscommunity #writersofinstagram

Don't miss this week's Rock, Paper, Swords! episode. Simon Tolkien, J.R.R. Tolkien's grandson, author, director of the #Tolkien estate and consultant on #TheRingsofPower! YouTube: youtu.be/6waZocokC5s Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/4ipL... Available wherever you watch or listen to your podcasts.

Dear #BookSky, I’m looking for more medieval historical fiction/fantasy recommendations now that I’m almost finished with @natania.bsky.social, @nicolaz.bsky.social, Paula de Fougerolles, Sharon Kay Penman, Bernard Cornwell, and @matthewharffy.bsky.social Let me know your thoughts.

📚 Writing Updates, New Book News & Walking with Blue 🐾 | Matthew Harffy Author Vlog youtu.be/FnR4mJag4HI?...

On today's Rock, Paper, Swords! episode we chat with @angusdonald.bsky.social about his novel, TEMPLAR TRAITOR, the true story of an English knight who fights on the side of Genghis Khan. We cover lots of ground, from modern warfare in Afghanistan to Conan the Barbarian. Video on YouTube too.

In the latest Rock , Paper, Sword! episode, @jcduncanauthor.bsky.social talked about Harald Hardrada's ambition and how it might have ultimately been responsible for his doom... youtube.com/shorts/nVqTw...

Fascinating podcast episode a while back about beer and ale, in ancient and medieval times on Rock Paper Swords with @matthewharffy.bsky.social and @stevenamckay.bsky.social. open.spotify.com/episode/0vxT...

On Friday, exclusive for members of our Patreon, we talk how being keen players of old-school tabletop Role Playing Games has affected our writing. #dnd #runequest #ttrpg #TTRPGCommunity #ttrpgpodcast #podcast #writing #writingcommunity linktr.ee/RockPaperSwo...

Yesterday I finished the first draft of the next Bernicia Chronicles novel! BANE OF BERNICIA is available to pre-order as an e-book and hardback: mybook.to/BaneOfBernicia You can also pre-order a signed copy from me directly here: matthew-harffy.sumupstore.com/product/pre-...

Had a fab time chatting with the wild guys at Rock Paper Swords. Still trying to get the hang of how BlueSky works!

Today's Rock, Paper, Swords! episode is a chat with author, @adamplofthouse.bsky.social . It is also @justinhillauthor.bsky.social 's first full ep as co-host! Listen to us talking all things Roman and writerly with Adam, also available as video on YouTube and Spotify. See comments for details.

Today is Rock, Paper , Swords' third anniversary episode! We look back on some of the highlights from the last three years, then look to the future with a BIG announcement. open.spotify.com/episode/17Tj...

Shadows of the Slain paperback publication day! youtu.be/OaxxH91T8Sg?...

Chiesa di San Bernardino alle Ossa. Ossa means bones. And yes, those are real human bones! And the church smells... Weird...!

Privileged to be working with @histwriter.bsky.social @benbergonzi.bsky.social Dianne Ascroft and Aidan Morrissey on the organisation of the first Historical Novel Society conference to be held in #ireland @maynoothuniversity.ie #historicalfiction

I've uploaded Chapter 2 of Dominion of Dust to Patreon. www.patreon.com/posts/snippe...

Getting there! It's been a good week of writing on Bernicia Chronicles XI, some good family news and other assorted positive work-related news. Have a great weekend everyone!

Today sees the return to the podcast of Patricia Bracewell, author of the Emma of Normandy series. Also returning to the pod, are videos! You can now watch as well as listen on Spotify or YouTube. Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/0MxC... YouTube: youtu.be/JR50S9sWJv0?...

In a world that seems to be darker and madder than ever, you just have to take the wins that come your way from time to time. I have had a few really nice pieces of news this week. I'll share about them as soon as I can.

Oooh, you mean it's OK to leave, realise it's a mistake, then rejoin? 😉

June writing update. youtu.be/GKzzir7c6O4?...

Oooh, look what's on Netgalley! netgalley.co.uk/catalog/book... #Bookbloggers #reviewers #booktok #booktube @bloomsburybooksuk.bsky.social @headofzeus.bsky.social

Continuing my journey with Hunlaf on the way home from Liverpool. Another gripping read from @matthewharffy.bsky.social

A quick video about Pembroke Castle, Pembrokeshire, Wales. youtube.com/shorts/OeYVG...

Listen to me talk to @matthewharffy.bsky.social and @stevenamckay.bsky.social AKA the Rock Gods (I think). open.spotify.com/episode/0b6y...

Repeat after me, Nick: Intellectual property is still property. Theft is still theft. A business that can't succeed without theft? That's called a criminal enterprise. Also: get ****ed, you techbro quisling.

A short video of Castell Henllys Iron Age Village. It's a really evocative place. Well worth a visit. youtu.be/IyYtFxTHtoI?...

Good morning!

Support the Rock, Paper, Swords! podcast, get free ebooks, a back catalogue of bonus episodes, and more exclusive content each month! If you don't want to commit to a monthly subscription, buy us a beer! linktr.ee/RockPaperSwo... @stevenamckay.bsky.social

Being a writer is to be an artisan, hand crafting something unique through long hours (days, weeks, months, even years) of work, in the hope what emerges at the end will be valued, appreciated, even loved. Using ChatGPT to write is swapping your soul for carbon copy slop. Those beans aren't magic.

I've just finished the edits for Dominion of Dust. It has some great twists and turns, lots of action, even some romance and heartache. If you've been following Hunlaf's tale, you'll love this one! If you aren't up to date with the series, you've got till October, so what are you waiting for?

This dog politely asked for a musician's drumstick in the middle of their performance. Always excited to find a fellow stick lover. 12/10

May writing update: youtu.be/Ic-pRUGT0eg

I am "Author of the Month" at Corsham Library! I have a talk there on 14th May at 5pm. If you are local, I'd love to meet you there. @headofzeus.bsky.social @bloomsburybooksuk.bsky.social #libraries #booksky

EXCLUSIVE BERNICIA CHRONICLES XI TITLE REVEAL FOR PATRONS: www.patreon.com/posts/title-...

An exciting moment in the life of every novel is when the title is agreed upon with everybody (author, editors, marketing, etc.). You will be pleased to know we have just agreed the title of the 11th Bernicia Chronicles book.

#ANightOfFlames is currently on sale on Kobo! If you haven't got it, now is your chance to get a bargain!

Me emociona ver mis libros en la prensa. ¡Ver que uno de los míos es recomendado en un periódico español es una auténtica maravilla! I get excited to see my books in the press. To see one of mine get recommended in a Spanish newspaper, is a real thrill! www.abc.es/historia/sei... #booksky

🙂New episode out now! 🌆 This week we’re joined by special guest @iammilliam.bsky.social from one of our favourite literary podcasts @backlisted.bsky.social to uncover the secrets and genius behind Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons’ groundbreaking comic series. 🎧 Listen now. #Watchmen

Tuesday, 15th April Last week, I was in Shaftesbury talking about Rebel Sword which is set in the town during the Anarchy period. I was also interviewed by local radio Alfred 107.3FM. Here is the interview: You can get Rebel Sword on Amazon UK or Amazon US as well as bookstores. Why not request it…

I’m delighted to be launching this today: the next instalment of the Ice Age adventure that began with Wolf Road. I hope you enjoy diving in to this snowy, icy, ancient tale. Illustrated by the brilliant Keith Robinson & published by the fantastic team at @simonandschuster.bsky.social

The towering conclusion to Mark Lawrence’s Library Trilogy is published today! Epic in scope and going deep into the human psyche, the nature and use of knowledge, and the transformative power of love, it is both timeless and topical. So proud to publish these wonderful books. 💙📚 #books

Some scumbags have been sending emails purporting to be from me. They have used my image and have created an email address that looks very plausible, but these emails are not from me. If you receive an email from [email protected] do not reply, it's not me!

To my foreign friends, please DO NOT come here. For your own safety, and to punish Trump’s Nazi policies

Good trouble