I generally have tried to not use Meta in anyway and getting my account suspended twice in the last 3 days is really pissing me off especially when the first claim was I stole content from my own book...and now apparently I am impersonating myself...?

“They want to get Christians in office to change the ordinances, laws, rules and regulations to fit the Bible,” said one GOP activist who knows the Wilks family personally. (Published Oct. 2024)

For Hispanic Heritage Month, discover The Anvil’s Whisper, an epic where a blacksmith becomes messenger of fate, forged from Semitic & Nahuatl roots. Myth, faith & destiny collide. Read it now 👉 bit.ly/4iZBQ4v #booksky #hispanicheritage

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a mythic, heart-forward epic from a Latino author. In The Anvil’s Whisper, a blacksmith’s calling collides with faith, fire, and found family. If that speaks to you, snag a copy & support today: bit.ly/4iZBQ4v #booksky #HispanicHeritageMonth

At the K-Pop Demon Hunters sing-along, the whole theater turned into a choir. My kids belted every chorus; Tried to play it cool and cried. For a few hours strangers harmonized, fear clocked out, and joy did its job. That’s the world I want, loud, kind, singing together. This is what it sounds like.

Looking for a mythic, character-driven escape? The Anvil’s Whisper follows a blacksmith caught between fate, fire, and found family, quiet, intense, hopeful. If that’s your vibe, tap my profile, or link below for a first look. #booksky bit.ly/4iZBQ4v

Need a character-driven escape that lingers after the last page? In The Anvil’s Whisper, a blacksmith’s calling collides with faith, fire, and found family. Readers call it “quiet but deep.” Curious? Hit my profile, link in bio.

As a straight Catholic man, I stand with my gay siblings. I’ve seen the love in their marriages, deep, committed, selfless, often as much, if not more, than many straight ones. There is nothing Christian about preventing love between consenting adults. Love is sacred, no matter who it’s between. 🏳️‍🌈✝️

Publishing hot take: traditional publishing is really hard, and self-publishing is really hard, and everyone deserves a sandwich and a nap. Credit john_wiswell threads #booksky

I’m looking into producing an audiobook for my debut The Anvil’s Whisper—but I’d love to explore options outside of ACX. If you’ve used platforms like Findaway, Soundwise, or anything else for distribution or production, I’d love to hear your experience. #authorsky #indieauthor #booksky

Just saw this review on B&N and honestly… wow. That’s all I ever hoped this story would do. If you’ve been craving something a little quieter, a little truer—The Anvil’s Whisper might be it: bit.ly/3xDRDzo #Bookwyrm #FantasyFeed #SoftButStrong #BooksThatHeal #IndieAuthor

It’s not just that the genocide in Gaza and the West Bank is happening—it’s that so many still deny it or worse, cheer it on. You don’t have to be Palestinian to see the violence for what it is. You just have to care about humanity.

Everyone talks about falling in love for the first time, but what about the first time someone believes in your work enough to buy it? 🥹 Credit marketingbyshelby threads #booksky #authorsky #writersky #books

Had a blast visiting the little sandworm sculptures honoring Dune and Frank Herbert right here in the PNW. Love living in a place where sci-fi, nature, and family adventures intersect so perfectly. #Dune #FrankHerbert #PacificNorthwest #Booksky #SciFiReaders #writerssky

Hardcover fans, it’s here—The Anvil’s Whisper is now available at Barnes & Noble! If you love epic fantasy with emotional depth, quiet rebellion, and a blacksmith at the heart of it all, this one’s for you. 📖 bit.ly/3FiR7yO #FantasyBooks #EpicFantasy #Booksky #IndieAuthor #CharacterDrivenFantasy

If you’re into epic fantasy with emotional stakes, quiet defiance, and a blacksmith who never wanted to be anyone’s savior—The Anvil’s Whisper might be your kind of story. The trailer just dropped. Give it a look: bit.ly/3Uir5A1 #booksky #indieauthor #books #booktrailer #indiebooks

Thank you all for the incredible support during March’s presale! I ended with 16 total pre-orders—10 of those were eBooks—and honestly, that’s more than I ever expected. Grateful doesn’t even begin to cover it. Ingram takes forever to give ebook numbers. #booksky #DebutAuthor #ThankYouReaders

I'm still taking this in: my very first editorial review for The Anvil’s Whisper is live. As a debut author, you hope someone out there will get what you were trying to do. I'm humbled and so incredibly grateful. If you want to read it: bit.ly/3EAYBNJ #DebutAuthor #FantasyBooks #booksky

Now more than ever, it’s vital we support our local libraries—they’re pillars of truth, access, and imagination. @libro.fm is giving back too: donate $15 or more to any library and get a free audiobook credit as a thank-you. #SupportLibraries #nationallibraryweek #ReadToResist #booksky

Big thanks to @libro.fm for curating such a powerful list of Arab authors for Arab American Heritage Month. Stories like these—full of identity, resistance, love, and loss—are exactly what shaped my love of epic, character-driven narratives. bit.ly/3QJO5q1 #ArabAmericanHeritageMonth #booksky

Every AUTHOR knows there's a thin line between: I can't believe I wrote this 🤬 AND I can't believe I wrote this 🤯 Shout-out to author_marc_avery on threads #booksky #fantasy #writingcommunity #indieauthor

I’m absolutely thrilled—The Anvil’s Whisper got 11 orders on launch day! That’s more than double what I dared to hope for (I was dreaming of 5 at best). Thank you to everyone who showed up, shared, or took a chance on a debut author. I’m so grateful. #DebutAuthor #BookLaunch #booksky

The Anvil’s Whisper is out today! If you’re into character-driven epic fantasy with rebellion, emotional stakes, and a blacksmith caught in a rising storm—this is the one to check out. Signed HC copy if you buy from this link before May: bit.ly/3FjCriU #EpicFantasy #DebutNovel #booksky

Authors have a responsibility—not just to imagine new worlds, but to take a stand in this one. You don’t need to know a trans person personally to be an ally. Our stories, our platforms, our voices must make it clear: trans people will not be erased. Not on our watch. #TransRights #booksky

Getting my first non family arc review on Goodreads for The Anvil's Whisper just makes it all worth it. Even if I never get higher than a 4⭐ review ever. #indieauthor #booksky #fantasy

When people say 'politics is too divisive now,' what they really mean is 'I was more comfortable when certain groups suffered quietly.'

Books didn’t just teach me to escape—they taught me how to see. They showed me what power looks like, how it hides, and how silence helps it grow. How I should use it to speak out against tyranny—not just for myself, but for those who can’t. #FantasyReflectsReality #ReadToResist #booksky

Authors, let’s play a game! Promote your book by using only: One trope: reluctant hero One character name: Yordan One quote: “The forge doesn’t choose the fire—it survives it.” The Anvil’s Whisper — link in bio. #FantasyBooks #DebutNovel #BookPromo

Just dropped a new Substack piece: Wish and the Fire Underneath—a deep dive into Disney’s latest film and what it really says about power, resistance, and storytelling. Read it here: forginglegends.substack.com/p/wish-and-t... #FantasyReaders #Disney #Wish #booksky #wish

Only 5 days till my debut book launches...I am both nervous and excited. #booksky #indieauthor #fantasy

Click below and follow their advice just saying. bit.ly/3QJO5q1 #booksky #audiobooks

Which of the following can you expect in The Anvil’s Whisper? A. A BIPOC main character B. Multiple language influences woven into the world of Anakuatl C. A fiercely loyal best friend named Sam D. All of the above #FantasyBooks #BookQuiz #TheAnvilsWhisper #booksky

Harry Potter stood before the Wizengamot and told the truth, knowing it could cost him everything. Tulsi Gabbard, on the other hand, bent the truth to save her own neck. Fantasy teaches us: real courage doesn’t fold under pressure. #SpeakTruthToPower #FantasyReflectsReality #booksky #harrypotter

I’d love to see The Acolyte return. The data shows it was far better received than the loudest voices online would have you believe. Nuanced, character-driven stories about power, legacy, and inner conflict? #TheAcolyte #StarWars #FantasyFans

My high school debaters just wrapped up competing at state last night, and I couldn’t be prouder. It’s been exhausting weekend—but seeing them challenge ideas, speak with conviction, and grow as thinkers made every moment worth it. These are the voices shaping the future. #DebateLife #ProudCoach

I dive into Tolkien’s Númenor—what it teaches us about empire, hubris, and resistance, and why its themes still matter today. Check it out here: forginglegends.substack.com/p/rethinking... #FantasyBooks #Tolkien #booksky #discussion #lotr

A publisher saying ‘we’re going to have to borrow author royalties’ to cover costs is really not okay?? Authors are entitled to royalties for their books. Why is this even a conversation? It’s a business CONTRACT. That is not your money. It’s AUTHOR royalties.

#Booksky, let’s put our money where our principles are! Pre-order The Anvil’s Whisper on Bookshop.org we hit 50 orders, I’ll drop the first chapter of the sequel for free. 500 reposts = the official map of Anakuatl. 📖 Order here: bit.ly/4iZBQ4v #FantasyBooks #IndieBookstores #PreOrderNow

Click the link to get a membership and help your local indie bookshop. 👇🏽 bit.ly/3QJO5q1 #booksky #books #indie #bookstores #library

I firmly believe that everyone—citizens, permanent residents, documented and undocumented immigrants—deserves full protection under the First Amendment, no matter who the President is or how fragile their ego may be. Free speech isn’t a privilege—it’s a right.

Libraries are more than just buildings with books—they’re gateways to knowledge, community, and freedom. They provide access, preserve stories, and empower people. A world without libraries is a world without opportunity. #SupportLibraries #KnowledgeIsPower #booksky

🛠️ a blacksmith who never wanted to be a hero ⚔️ a growing tyranny 🔥 a fiery rebel 🤝 an unbreakable friendship 🔮 a prophecy that could save or doom them all 🌍 a land on the brink of war 🔖 Pre-order The Anvil’s Whisper: Link in bio [⚔️🔥📚] #FantasyBooks #EpicFantasy #Booksky #BIPOC

Something I am just gonna comment on is this, I generally say do what you need to feel better about yourself...but my eyes pop due to my long lashes so idk which insecure 'alpha' got them doing this

🤍 estranged husbands 🥺 close brothers x2 🗡️ an mc who is 100% done 🐺 a love interest ready to grovel 🏫 a haunted, gothic school 🔍 buried secrets ❄️ snowy setting 🔖 book link: mybook.to/aBMB 📖 goodreads: www.goodreads.com/book/show/22... [ 💙📚🪐 ] [ 📚🌈 ]

My wife’s grandmother passed, and I keep replaying the message of Pokémon: The First Movie in my head—how life is wonderful. I hate how much this is hurting her, and there’s nothing I can do to fix it. Wrote more here: open.substack.com/pub/forgingl... #Grief #Pokemon #randomthoughts

Holding my first author copy of The Anvil’s Whisper feels unreal. After all the late nights, rewrites, and doubts, it’s finally here—a real book in my hands. Seeing my story take physical form is something I’ll always cherish. #DebutAuthor #booksky #FantasyBooks

Just finished cleaning up after my son’s birthday party—finally, the chaos is over! Except now, the kids are tearing through the presents like insert Ron's office below. If you want to support a very tired parent, my book link is in the bio. Now, I nap.

get library cards and use them often (online e-book and audiobook rentals count!). sign up to volunteer at your local library. donate money to your library’s general fund. run for a spot on the library board. #libsky #booksky

Alright, be brutally honest—how bad does this ad look? Yes, I made it myself, and yes, I know my design skills are... a work in progress. Should I scrap it or refine it? Give me your honest take! #BookMarketing #HonestFeedback #booksky #writerscommunity

Pre-order The Anvil’s Whisper now at Barnes & Noble! A blacksmith, a prophecy, and a land on the brink of war—perfect for fans of epic fantasy and resistance stories. 📖 Grab your copy before the April 1st release: bit.ly/3FiR7yO #BIPOC #EpicFantasy #books #blacksmith