In addition to her writing, Piper does do some limited narration as Lalana Dara. Don’t miss out on her narration of What Good Daughters Do by Tia Tashiro for the Cast of Wonders podcast. www.castofwonders.org/2025/08/cast...

My little sister met me in Japan not too long ago to make memories. I was able to walk with her through the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove in Kyoto with the help of a Hypershell exoskeleton. Both the visual beauty of this natural bamboo forest and the soundscape were breathtaking. -Piper’s Travel Memories

We ate so much food while we were visiting Chiang Mai, Thailand. I loved the combination of ground pork and preserved fermented vegetables in this flaky pastry. It was probably my favorite bite of the morning at this Friday Market. - Piper’s Travel Memories

In addition to her writing, Piper does do some limited narration. Don’t miss out on her narration of Vi'Hun Heal by Michelle Tang for Escape Pod. escapepod.org/2022/04/07/e...

Copenhagen has always been a peaceful city when I've visited, whether for writing or for life sciences. In this moment, I was on a life sciences business trip, but also had edits to turn in - so I was both and very happy with what I accomplished for both careers that trip. Piper’s Travel Memories

In addition to her writing, Piper does do some limited narration as Lalana Dara. Don’t miss out on her narration of A Dragon in Two Parts by Kiya Nicoll. escapepod.org/2021/12/30/e...

I’m not sure pictures can do justice to how amazing it was to walk through tombs in Egypt, but they help bring back the feelings of wonder and fascination. It’s no surprise I incorporated elements of the Egyptian myth and magic into FANGS SO BRIGHT AND DEADLY? - Piper’s Travel Memories

In addition to her writing, Piper does do some limited narration as Lalana Dara. Don’t miss out on her narration of Excuse me, this is the Quiet Car by Cara Mast for the Cast of Wonders podcast. www.castofwonders.org/2022/05/cast...

It took 3 visits to Copenhagen before I got to visit the Little Mermaid statue. The 1st time, the statue was on loan for the World's Fair that year. The 2nd time, I didn't have time to leave the ship. The 3rd time time, I finally got my visit. <3 - Piper’s Travel Memories

I really want to continue sharing the behind the scenes details of my recent wedding, especially when it comes to the traditional Thai aspects of gown, accessories, and ceremony. And here we are... Something New: The Dress - on Patreon www.patreon.com/posts/151434...

In addition to her writing, Piper does do some limited narration. Don’t miss out on her narration of Screen Haunt by Orrin Grey for PsuedoPod. pseudopod.org/2021/10/29/p...

I’m lucky to have friends who capture memories like album covers for a band that only existed in fantasy. Traveling in Egypt with fellow authors K Tempest Bradford and Alethea Kontis was a trip of a lifetime and will inspire elements in my books for decades. - Piper’s Travel Memories

Seems timely with my recent QT - Come join me as I release my new cozy fantasy serially on Patreon. New scene coming for patrons on the 15 and the last day of each month! www.patreon.com/piperjdrake

Cozy elements? Happy to see this discussion, though I will let you all decide for yourselves. Thanks for the honest thoughts!

Hubby Matthew has drawn Piper Mommy into watching NBA All Star weekend 🏀 and they are discussing basketball and who is my mother even? 🤯

Chemo 2nd Line|Cycle 6|Day 1: All those tasty foodie adventures recently and you know what almost took me out? Tried a new brand of protein powder yesterday and required an epi pen, a visit to the ER, and overnight observation to make sure I survived the experience.

In addition to her writing, Piper does do some limited narration as Lalana Dara. Don’t miss out on her narration of A Dragon in Two Parts by Kiya Nicoll. escapepod.org/2021/12/30/e...

Quite possibly my favorite meal whenever I travel to Germany is Schnitzel, though my favorite take on schnitzel is Jägerschnitzel served with Spätzle noodles - which is more of an Austrian iteration on this tasty meal. - Piper’s Travel Memories

Wedding ceremony phase 2: Thai Rod Nam Sang (water blessing) is a community celebration of the couple in which family and friends use a conch shell to trickle blessed water over the fingertips of the couple as they give good fortune and best wishes. www.instagram.com/reel/DUS89g_...

In which I share the quirky stories and symbolism behind the dresses and accessories I wore for my wedding ceremonies (Western / Thai) last month. This post is the first in a series. ;) www.patreon.com/posts/someth...

In addition to her writing, Piper does do some limited narration as Lalana Dara. Don’t miss out on her narration of Abby's T-Rex by Drew Czernik on PodCastle. podcastle.org/2021/10/19/p...

Traveling in Egypt with fellow authors K Tempest Bradford & Alethea Kontis involved a lot of scampering through underground tunnels, some with lighting & some without. All of them had unique acoustics & that was a learning experience in sound I didn't expect! Piper’s Travel Memories

Part 1: Western ceremony - our exchange of vows, of rings, of promises. We choose each other again and again. This is a part of our story. www.instagram.com/reel/DUPuA1f...

January was chaos, in a beautiful way. I decided to let it be and not try to organize anything. February is my experiment with how I'm going to change the way I do things in 2026...a little at a time. #timemanagement

In addition to her writing, Piper does do some limited narration. Don’t miss out on her narration of Vi'Hun Heal by Michelle Tang for Escape Pod. escapepod.org/2022/04/07/e...

Teen Piper once went on adventures with her older cousin from Chonburi to Sattahip and back again by motorcycle...which wasn't necessarily grandparent approved. >.> - Piper’s Travel Memories

In addition to her writing, Piper does do some limited narration as Lalana Dara. Don’t miss out on her narration of What Good Daughters Do by Tia Tashiro for the Cast of Wonders podcast. www.castofwonders.org/2025/08/cast...

One of Kuro’s powers as a kitsune in Fangs So Bright and Deadly is the ability to create pocket realities. Whenever I think about this ability, I think about the variety of fantastical experiences TeamLabs Borderless presented when we visited Japan a few years ago. - Piper’s Travel Memories

In addition to her writing, Piper does do some limited narration. Don’t miss out on her narration of Screen Haunt by Orrin Grey for PsuedoPod. pseudopod.org/2021/10/29/p...

A few years ago, I visited the (old) national Egyptian Museum. The Tutankhamun Collection included a chest piece/amulet that inspired the object of myth and magic featured in Fangs So Bright and Deadly. Here’s a selfie overlooking one of the main halls. Piper’s Travel Memories

One of my cousins was a field biologist studying shrimp in both fresh water & salt water in Thailand. On one of my visits to one of the fisheries, she & her colleagues netted fish straight from the canal next to the fishery & made us the freshest fish I've ever had anywhere. Piper’s Travel Memories

It's 2026 in Bangkok 🇹🇭 and I've got my first author newsletter of the year ready to go out on the 2nd. I'm sharing some fun news for fans of my Mythwoven series and a cool YOLO opportunity for fellow writers, so if you haven't signed up for my newsletter yet ... piperjdrake.com/subscribe

Some of the inspiration for Fangs So Bright and Deadly came from exploring with Alethea Kontis and K Tempest Bradford. The 3 of us climbed, crawled, & walked through 7 pyramids & countless tombs discussing Egyptian mythology and history and theories. Piper’s Travel Memories

Shoutout to the Bangkok BTS (light rail) staff who were extremely helpful and warmly friendly as I navigated my first ride on the BTS in a wheelchair. Not only did they meet me at the elevator to help me to the right spot on the platform to board where there was a handicap space on the train…

I love writing in the scenic viewing car of a train when possible. It's soothing and a great place to get some writing sprints in. - Piper’s Travel Memories

Have begun watching Dare You to Death and whew, Thailand. Leaning hard into some tropes I’m very interested in. #thaiblseries🏳️‍🌈

Today's #tbt quote comes from BITE ME, the first book in the London Shifters series. piperjdrake.com/books-by-pip...

In addition to her writing, Piper does do some limited narration as Lalana Dara. Don’t miss out on her narration of Abby's T-Rex by Drew Czernik on PodCastle. podcastle.org/2021/10/19/p...

There's a few key places around Seattle that inspired setting in Patricia Briggs' Alpha and Omega series. Piper Mommy is also a fan of Patty's writing, so it was fun to take Piper Mommy out on an electric boat to see some of those spots. - Piper’s Travel Memories

So happy to come back!

Sometimes love is when your friend will slice and toast fresh sourdough bread, then spread the thinnest layer of butter edge to edge to melt with the thinnest layer of marmite. 💜

Today's #tbt quote comes from Fangs So Bright & Deadly, the second book in the Mythwoven series. piperjdrake.com/books-by-pip...

It was fun to watch this tiny drama unfold in upstate NY as this family of ducklings had their dawn swim interrupted by massive triathlon athletes, including Matthew J. Drake. - Piper’s Travel Memories

Hello, new followers! Are you looking for a sci-fi YA GN about how being trans is beautiful and queer love is transformative? How about action-packed superhero GN about claiming your identity as an adult while dealing with depression and an evil trickster god? 'Cause I've written those books!

Today's #tbt quote comes from HUNTING KAT, book one of the Triton Experiment series. piperjdrake.com/books-by-pip... “Before I risk excruciating pain, do I get a name? I’ll want to tell my medic where the damage came from.”

In addition to her writing, Piper does do some limited narration as Lalana Dara. Don’t miss out on her narration of Excuse me, this is the Quiet Car by Cara Mast for the Cast of Wonders podcast. www.castofwonders.org/2022/05/cast...

My very short visit to Chicago included popping over to the Sourcebooks office. It was so much fun to meet the teams in person and to leave my little note on the wall. - Piper’s Travel Memories

Many years ago, I was feeling stressed by the state of the world and I started a Holiday Fairies thing where people sent me their wishlists and I publicized them to try to get everyone gifts for the holidays. @shelflove.bsky.social skillfully took it over and made it An Actual Thing! Like SRSLY!

In addition to her writing, Piper does do some limited narration as Lalana Dara. Don’t miss out on her narration of What Good Daughters Do by Tia Tashiro for the Cast of Wonders podcast. www.castofwonders.org/2025/08/cast...

During our trip to Ireland my favorite breakfast was scrambled eggs, thick sliced bacon, broiled tomato, sliced blood pudding with fresh baked bread & Irish butter & jam & honey. I washed it down with a Irish tea to fortify me as we went out into the chilly day for adventure. Piper’s Travel Memories