@liviajelliot.com @annasmithspark.bsky.social @johngwynneauthor.bsky.social @phokion.bsky.social @mhayinde.bsky.social @ammawhiney.bsky.social @vaughnroycroft.bsky.social @philipchase90.bsky.social @jajminton.bsky.social @undyrk.bsky.social @bethtabler.bsky.social @beforewegoblog.bsky.social

It's tempting to talk about my own books here, but... Instead, I'd like to highlight the world as seen through the lens of @zzclaybourne.bsky.social in The Brothers Jetstream Universe. Or that of @undyrk.bsky.social in Paternus. Both settings draw on old myths and place them in modern times.

And this time I'm headed to Phoenix for a wedding, back Monday. Very happy the flight is not delayed or cancelled. Crossing fingers the flight out of Phoenix is okay.

We are literally drowning and need help! The worst #flooding our area has seen in 60 years submerged our #CatShelter. Keeping the #cats safe was a huge challenge, and the shelter suffered significant damage. Please watch and share the video or help us directly: www.vietnamcatwelfare.org/support/

My ex and I adopted our cats from here, they do wonderful work- please share, or even donate if you can!

On yet another flight. This time a one night stay in Raleigh for a wake for an old friend. He was only 58. Proves the old adage, anybody, anytime. Hug your friends when you get to see them.

This was a great trilogy - if you haven't read it yet, GO GO GO and get it and make the author's (birth)day! #BookSky 📚 #WritingCommunity

What's the best present you can give an author with a Halloween birthday? Trick or treat Smell my feet Buy Dyrk's books Cuz they are neat! linktr.ee/dyrkashton

Yes, it is my birthday, and yes, it is Halloween. And here's an amazing Kraken Rider Z birthday sketch from the absolutely fabulous @tomjilesen.bsky.social Thank you, Tom! You have made my day ☺️🐙😍🐙😍🐙🎂🥳

New fave T #dungeoncrawlercarl

Proud to be the 19,711th backer 😎 on @BackerKit Crowdfunding for The Dungeon Crawler Carl: CROCODILE graphic novel! www.backerkit.com/c/projects/v...

My new Kickstarter project for an illustrated hardcover of Society of the Sword got the 'project we love' tag from Kickstarter! Please give it a follow if you can. It's free, and it really helps me out! www.kickstarter.com/projects/sot...

Happy Mid Autumn Festival! 🥮 I’m thrilled to share the cover of #TheGirlWithAThousandFaces, coming 5 May 2026 from @torbooks.bsky.social! ⭐⁣The Girl with a Thousand Faces is a Chinese-Gothic tale set in a historical Hong Kong. Cover art by Lindsey Carr, Cover design by Shreya Gupta

Queen's Book Asylum (well, me) has a monthly newsletter. How do you sign up, you ask? Here is how: ✍️Open this link and subscribe: shorturl.at/cFSZ9 📨Receive a confirmation email and follow the instructions 💌Receive the welcoming letter You are all set!😊 Emails go out at the end of the month!

The Kraken returns! THUNDER KRAKEN, Book 2 in @undyrk.bsky.social and David Estes' KRAKEN RIDER Z series, is now available in audio! Narrated by the incredible Tim Gerard Reynolds! Link in our bio and below! Art by Daniel Kamarudin Design by STK Kreations

SURPRISE! The Thunder Kraken (Kraken Rider Z #2) Audiobook has been released! David Estes and I had expected it in November - but here it is! The adventures of Zee and Jessup now continue for your ears, once again voiced by the fabulous Tim Gerard Reynolds. Link in reply! @wraithmarked.bsky.social

Only 5 days left! Go go go! www.kickstarter.com/projects/jaa...

Brand new Monarch, right out of the chrysalis. #Butterflies

Now here's a treasure! Signed ARC of Outlaw Planet, direct from the master himself. 😊 Thank you, Mike!

HURRAH! 🐙❤️🐙❤️🐙

Game friends, are there any good card games that involve vocabulary or defining words?

$140 until our goal is reached! An epic fantasy bundle featuring Children and Land, where Gods and worlds collide, Iceland is rediscovered, a dragon is confused about its newfound identity, and the only sword is used for humorous purposes (you can’t say I haven’t warned you) itch.io/b/3251/an-ep...

I AM OFFICIALLY OFFICIAL!

Waiting in line to pick up my WorldCon @seattle2025 badge!

I met so many great people, including Oriana from Kickstarter, @enkaydotzip.bsky.social and Heather from Wraithmarked, Tatiana Obley, Jen Brozek, and @undyrk.bsky.social. Everyone was so nice and welcoming.

@undyrk.bsky.social talk about how a lot of myths start with a god thinking "mmmm look at that cake" Enjoy the full episode linked below!

We all make mistakes right? RIGHT!? Check out the full episode with @undyrk.bsky.social in the zelda below 👇

Had a terrific day trip to #GenCon Saturday. Got to see some great friends, and make some wonderful new ones. I even got a new hat. #virginiamcclain @geekorthodoxart.bsky.social #mlwang @mikeshel.bsky.social @enkaydotzip.bsky.social @darbyharn.bsky.social #tatianaobey @bryceoconnor.bsky.social

Indianapolis and #GenCon2025 I AM HERE!!

Episode 39 Myth and Fiction with Dyrk Ashton is now live! Join @undyrk.bsky.social and I as we discuss the crossroads of ancient myths and modern fiction. Find the zelda below 👇

All Hail Saint Lawrence! Patron of Self-Pub Fantasy! Check out the rest of the episode as @undyrk.bsky.social and I talk books, publishing, and craft! Zelda below 👇

I just backed @benedictpaddy.bsky.social's They Mostly Come Out At Night - Deluxe Hardcover Edition on Kickstarter! www.kickstarter.com/projects/ben...

Episode 38 Interview with Dyrk Ashton: Gods Among Us, is now live! Join @undyrk.bsky.social and I as we discuss Ashton’s journey from writer to indie author and the mythological inspirations for his epic urban fantasy. Full episode linked below 👇

Learn the rules so you can break them well! Watch the full interview with @undyrk.bsky.social 👇

I introduce War of Gods by @undyrk.bsky.social , the epic, action-packed conclusion to the acclaimed Paternus Trilogy. A breathtaking climax full of emotional stakes, god-tier battles, and unforgettable character growth. Check out the full episode below

The @undyrk.bsky.social content continues! Tune in tomorrow for a fantastic interview where Ashton and I explore his transition from writer to published indie author.

Check out my analyses of Paternus @undyrk.bsky.social Full episode linked below 👇

What a lovely bunch of coconuts. Had a great couple of days with the @wraithmarked.bsky.social gang :)

On my way to Rochester NY to see the @wraithmarked.bsky.social gang!

Episode 37 is now live! Join me as I share bold, unsolicited takes on the epic Paternus Trilogy by @undyrk.bsky.social Find the episode below, 👇

New episode drops tomorrow! Tune in to hear my review of the Paternus Trilogy by @undyrk.bsky.social!

Lunch: Pizza Burrito #TheFantasticFour

Movement on the #SPFBO Champions' League This is how the top of the order looks right now! mark---lawrence.blogspot.com/2025/05/afte...

Just recorded a fresh book review episode for Author Adjacent I’ve missed doing these, so if this one resonates, expect more to come. Join me this Friday for my take on The Paternus Trilogy by @undyrk.bsky.social. Until then check out the latest episode linked below 👇

Thanks @michaelvadney.bsky.social! Very much looking forward to the interview :)

Happy Book of Paper Day, Dave!

That rascal @michaelrfletcher.bsky.social sent me this. Words to live by.

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Party on the roof today for chimney work.

Wait till you read War of the Gods! All those pantheons come together that makes Clash of the Titans look like little kids in the playground!! It is epic! IN epic proportions, with a side order of epic. @undyrk.bsky.social certainly can write!