An update on where @judasflower.bsky.social, @briannamalotke.bsky.social, and I are at with the reviewing process of all of the submissions for the debut issue of @letterstothegods.bsky.social:

Sleep Token on shuffle and reading my poetry manuscript for final edits 🔥

Contin’d Mentioned in this week's FIRST MONDAY—EVENT HORIZON post at Rhymes With Camera: @authortunities.bsky.social @briannamalotke.bsky.social @bugthewriter.bsky.social @chroncruik.bsky.social open.substack.com/pub/rhymeswi... (2/5)

Created by @arndtezra.bsky.social and run with the help of the wonderful @judasflower.bsky.social and @briannamalotke.bsky.social, Letters to the Gods Left in Fireplaces is an indie published online literary magazine with a focus on marginalized storytelling.

It's getting to be convention season ✨ Norwescon 48, SEAF, Crypticon Seattle, and the ECRW's Romance Readers Event in June ✨

You all have until midnight CST to submit your "monsters and eroguro" pieces for the debut issue! To see how to submit, go to www.letterstothegods.com

Build your Woman’s Month Horror TBR with a book by a great #indieauthor @briannaraine.bsky.social @dgwoodsauthor.bsky.social @beverleylee.bsky.social @jylglenn.bsky.social @rebeccarowland.bsky.social @candacenola.bsky.social @sadiehartmann.bsky.social @catherinemccarthy.bsky.social

@rebeccacuthbert.bsky.social @brendalatorre.bsky.social @evdeanwriter.bsky.social @j-schiecke.bsky.social @lmariewood.bsky.social @thebuffwriter.bsky.social @briannamalotke.bsky.social @judithsonnet.bsky.social @laurelhightower.bsky.social @momoshaty.bsky.social @haileypiperfights.bsky.social

Blödham Makeup and FX Team join George on The Hallow Ian Horror Pod tomorrow. #makeup #practicalfx #horrorcommunity #mutantfam

There are four (4) days left left until the submission window for the "monsters and eroguro" issue ends, so send us your prose, poetry, and art pieces soon so you don't miss the deadline! To see how to submit, go to www.letterstothegods.com

A reminder that if the form on the website isn't working and if you can't DM us on Bluesky/Instagram, feel free to email us at [email protected] with any questions. For more details on the theme, how to submit, and how to reach out to the staff, go to: www.letterstothegods.com

Meet our panelists for the upcoming Erotica/Romance 1 Day Writers Workshop! Today's spotlight is Brianna Malotke @briannamalotke.bsky.social

Happy Valentine's Day! The submission window for Letters to the Gods Left in Fireplaces' "monsters and eroguro" issue is closing in two weeks. So, if you want your art, prose, or poetry featured in it, send it our way by March 1st, 2026. To see how to submit go to www.letterstothegods.com

This week on The Hallow Ian Horror Pod authors @briannamalotke.bsky.social and Ruby Raines sit discuss #horroromance with George across literature and movies. Just in time for the Friday the 13th and Valentines Weekend. Listen wherever you listen to podcasts! #romance #fridaythe13th #valentinsday

A huge thank you to everyone who donated to the Immigrant Rapid Response Fund!! We raised over $28k in under a week for our community in MN! 👏

To recap my weekend - Hexes & Fangs is now out, I posted a ton of resources to help MN on my IG account, and my dog is doing okay with his meds.

Build your #horror TBR with one of these #newreleases! @UndertakerBooks @kevinjkennedy.bsky.social @slashichorrorpress.bsky.social @briannamalotke.bsky.social @crystallake.bsky.social @andrewvanwey.bsky.social @victoriawilliamson.bsky.social

This queer taboo lit mag's first issue, with the theme "monsters and eroguro," is open to submissions until March 1st, 2026, and it will be edited by @judasflower.bsky.social, @briannamalotke.bsky.social, and @arndtezra.bsky.social. For more information on how to submit, see letterstothegods.com.

We're getting closer and closer to this event at the Seattle Public Library Central Branch 🖤 February 5th from 6-9pm 🖤

Build your #horror TBR with one of these great reads! @johnnycompton.bsky.social @mariatureaud.bsky.social @briannamalotke.bsky.social @mathildazeller.bsky.social @pamelakkinney.bsky.social @cgolden.bsky.social @authorglennrolfe.bsky.social @chucktingle.bsky.social @megbontra.bsky.social

Named a character in my next book after my cat 😂 where do you get your name inspo?

Hexes & Fangs cover reveal over on Instagram 🧛💜✨

Sometimes I consider making an "author brand" for Malotke stuff and then I'm like nah let the chaos gremlin guide your graphics and branding. 👻🧛💖 Hope you enjoy the variety lol

New Claymation Christmas Special! Interview with popular knock off action figure, Sharp Hand Joe! More Seattle Scares! New short films! @hashtagspooky.bsky.social @hobofilmsllc.bsky.social @briannamalotke.bsky.social #horrorcommunity #holidayhorror #christmasspecial

Love Notes, the final book in my Ink & Love Series is out now! 💖📝💋

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Last event of the year for me - this Saturday at Main St. Books in Monroe for Small Business Saturday. Nov 29th from 3-5pm. I'll have all my books 💖📚✨

This month has been a blur of writing deadlines, events, and jury duty. Definitely ready for a break in Dec.

Why should you attend our FREE twice-a-month online readings (starting again in January)? See what our fans say! t.co/WkFKHonXum

Find your next favorite #HorrorAuthors with these great #HorrorBooks @marktowse.bsky.social @kevharrison.bsky.social @kealanpatrickburke.bsky.social @ronaldmcgillvray.bsky.social @coyhall.bsky.social @coreyfarrenkopf.bsky.social @williamfgrayfic.bsky.social @briannamalotke.bsky.social

Introducing @briannamalotke.bsky.social (she/her), the second Assistant Editor of Letters to the Gods Left in Fireplaces. (Bio on next post.)

join me Dec. 5th at Haunted Burrow Books and tell me about your favorite monster (and buy some books?) 🧟❤️

Infinite Ink is out today!! 💚✨ If you love cheesy holiday movies with hallmark vibes but want open door scenes... Check it out! 📚 www.amazon.com/Infinite-Pin...

Broken Thoughts is out in the world! 💖

Happy Release Day!! 💚Broken Thoughts is a raw collection of poetry & artwork that explores the hidden landscapes of the mind. This is not just a book, but a mirror, a lifeline, and a quiet revolution in the conversation around mental health. 📚Poetry by Brianna Malotke 🎨Art by Jennifer Herlocker

Fill your library with these #indiehorror books - Part 5 @daniel-lorn.bsky.social @stephnelsonauthor.bsky.social @monakabbani.bsky.social @sfsowter.bsky.social @briannamalotke.bsky.social @adjones-author.bsky.social @ruthannaevans.bsky.social @alanshiversauthor.bsky.social

Slowly getting through my next book. 💖

Mark your calendars for the Book Release & Gallery Opening Reception at the Kirkland Arts Center on Saturday, November 1st!

Thanks to all those who shouted out/reposted my #bookcover reveal yesterday! We got so many beautiful supportive comments via various channels, & your love of literature warms my soul. Thank you again, my darlings. ❤️ #shortfiction #shortstories #gothicfiction #literaryhorror #magicalrealism

See @izzybuzzkill.bsky.social LIVE at Tattered Cover Aspen Grove as we celebrate their new book, “Waxing Off” – a story of ferocity, carnage, and the power of queer love and acceptance! 🌈🐺 🔗 More info available via pridewithabite.com! #booksky #indiepress #indiepub #pridewithabite #queerhorror

CRIMSON SHADOWS IS OUT NOW! 😈✨🖤

New desk = reorganizing my entire office ✨

My ARC review of Crimson Shadows by @briannamalotke.bsky.social - available October 9 A short but entertaining read with enemies-to-lovers banter, sweet redemption, and sizzling heat. Read my full review: bit.ly/3IphLrX #booktok #romancereader #ARCread #ARCreview #cozyromance

My ARC review of Crimson Shadows by @briannamalotke.bsky.social - available October 9 A short but entertaining read with enemies-to-lovers banter, sweet redemption, and sizzling heat. #booksky #romancereader #ARCread #ARCreview #cozyromance

Release date approaches! “Waxing Off” by @izzybuzzkill.bsky.social drops on October 7, 2025, and pre-orders are available now! 🔗 Visit linktr.ee/waxingoff or check out some partnered bookstores on pridewithabite.com for pre-order options! #booksky #indiepub #indiepress #pridewithabite #queerhorror

Find me at Smut Lovers 💖

Signed books available at We Be Book'n in Monroe! 💖✨📖

Our upcoming novella, "Waxing Off," by @izzybuzzkill.bsky.social, is up on Kickstarter now. Transphobia and lycanthropy intertwine in this truly unique queer horror. Big thanks to @briannamalotke.bsky.social for the early review! 🌈📚 #booksky #indiepub #indiepress #pridewithabite #queerhorror

Thank you so much to @briannamalotke.bsky.social for such an outstanding blurb 🐺🍒 There are less than 30 days left on our Kickstarter. Be sure to check our page for the link! #smallpress #indiepub #horror #LGBTQIA