At the end of the month a short story of mine will be published. Check out a sneak peek through a bit about the story itself. www.patreon.com/posts/142986...

In most houses, people start the Christmas season at home with Mariah Carey. But in this house we start with @traceythorn.bsky.social

When I write about fairies, who am I writing about? www.patreon.com/posts/142157...

Have you not read Gail Carriger's steampunk series the Parasol Protectorate yet? What are you waiting for? @gailcarriger.bsky.social www.patreon.com/posts/139980...

How patient are you? www.patreon.com/posts/141852...

Mi amiga Sonia Santana (antigua cantante de Olé Olé) ha sacado este nuevo video para promocionar su nuevo show. Me encanta su interpretación de un clásico. Cuando traiga el show a España, seguro haré todo lo posible para verlo.

Is there a difference between feedback and critiques for writers? For me, a big one... www.patreon.com/posts/140748...

This past weekend was Canadian Thanksgiving. What are you thankful for? Me, life. www.patreon.com/posts/141036...

Romantasy is a newish genre, a delightful mix of cozy fantasy and romance. Being relatively new, is it possible to have Classic Romantasy? If you're Emma Sheppard, you can. www.patreon.com/posts/138851...

Added a book review of the @stephanieburgis.bsky.social book Snowspelled. If you are a #romantasy fan (or are curious), this book is a great introduction. www.patreon.com/posts/138713...

What's your level of privilege? Do you even know? www.patreon.com/posts/139530...

Who loves a good habit? Especially flexible ones? Me!!! www.patreon.com/posts/139085...

#autisticpostures Does anyone else sleep better when almost sitting up completely?

What can you learn from imperfection? It turns out quite a lot, and have fun along the way! www.patreon.com/posts/quilti...

Years ago, I listed books that left their mark. Now, I would add Carriger, Burgis, and Brennan, among others. 1. The Changeling Sea 2. Sorcery and Cecelia 3. The Riddlemaster of Hed 4. The Eyre Affair 5. Liavek 6. Through the Looking Glass 7. Moonheart 8. Raising the Stones 9. The Split World

I've started adding book reviews to my Patreon page. Mostly books on writing, modern romantasy and old school fantasy.

An early morning chuckle from Aaronovitch's book Stone and Sky: "He had the kind of non-specific American accent associated with Canadian actors who have trained themselves out of politeness."

I am so lucky to have my husband. Today, he encouraged everyone in his distribution list re my health status to go to my Patreon site to get to know me better and more deeply. We then chatted for the past 2 hours about all the things he learned about me from the blog. www.patreon.com/alexfayle

Today, just because, I made #glutenfree oatmeal cookies. And my good deed of the day was to leave the raisins out. I love a nice juicy raisin but most don't. The recipe is from The Loopy Whisk website.

In social media, the concept of BFF gets tossed with far too much frivolity. What does it actually mean to have a best friend? www.patreon.com/posts/138324...

Never underestimate your power as a teacher. I told a mother of a former student that she had raised such a wonderful young man and her response was that I had an important role in that. This, after being his teacher for two years (to be exact two blocks of ten months, three hours a week).

In this day and age, it's more important than ever to think critically and stand up against injustice. It's something that I thank my parents and my autism for. Also, indignation can lead to a better sense of gratitude for what we do have. www.patreon.com/posts/133921...

Even when taken to levels of parody, #transpride is sooooo important especially nowadays. #poteotravesti #astenagusia

Autism isn't always the disability it's perceived to be. www.patreon.com/posts/133801...

For the first time in almost two years I went out dancing at Bilbao's Great Week. This time last year I was still in a wheelchair. #cancer #autisticjoy

I've spoken about being autistic before but not at this level of detail. How much does this resonate for other autists among us here? www.patreon.com/posts/133800...

After so many weeks learning about me but by bit, who is the whole created by the parts? www.patreon.com/posts/133797...

Could I be any more excited? A new Victoria Goddard book before the end of the year! www.victoriagoddard.ca/products/gre...

Listening to Set by Thompson Twins (their first when they were 7 members). It's obvious why they split. There are two sounds: more pop and more reggae/noise. The three that made it to the next album were the ones who wanted a more commercial sound. So glad they did! Album 2: Sidekicks rocks!

Anyone know this symbol? Apart from being my first tattoo, it has a special meaning in my life. Do you have any symbols or such that have a special and/or significative meaning in your life?

Lunch at a local winery. Life is food is luxury

I read cards, to be exact the Fairy Deck with drawings by Brian Froud. This deck has 5 suits, the last of which is “learning the hard way” - if you don’t pay attention to the universe’s messages: BAM! That’s what happened to me and my procrastination about writing. www.patreon.com/posts/stop-h...

I have always been very skilled at putting off my writing with other successes in my life. How about you? How far have you let fear/procrastination take you? www.patreon.com/posts/133724...

When in London do as all the tourists do... (With style of course!)

One of the things I love about the UK: all day breakfasts in the middle of a hip neighbourhood #BrickLane

Some say that art comes from experiencing and interpreting pain. In my case, it just shut me down. www.patreon.com/posts/133428...

It's been 15 years since my first cat (of only two in my adult life) left us. Killy (aka Killashandra Ree) went at 14 (unfortunately fighting) Just like the character she was named after, she was sweet as honey when she wanted something and a devil in wheels when irritated. Still miss her. 😻😻😻

Here you have the physical inspiration for my WIP (The River Inheritance). What's inspiring you today?

#AuthorTalk Do any other fiction writers use Sid Field’s 3 Act script structure to outline their prose fiction? I find it really helps keep the beats going strong, which providing flexibility to be creative.

¿Qué más me gusta de mi baja? Que puedo hacer un recamazo (desayunar y volver a la cama). #positivethinking

Although it might seem at times that I am a new writer, I've actually been at it for a few decades now... www.patreon.com/posts/131802... (And while you're there, if you aren't a subscriber, check out the options.)

Ferzan Ozpetek's #Diamanti might not be his best film plot-wise, but it has to be one of the most gorgeous films I have ever seen.

On season 3 of #Heartstopper and last night watched ep 6. One of the best explanations of mental health. Charlie suffers control issues with food and my control issues are autism related, but our daily experience is nearly identical. Like it's hardwired. Others don't get it, for all they try.

And the US is supposedly a REPRESENTATIVE democracy? Where's the representation!

At the end of university, my life was supposed to be very different. But then everything went south and I had to reinvent myself. www.patreon.com/posts/131042...

#autismanxiety Had two autistic near meltdowns. 1. On a patio conversation goes fuzz, find myself with tunnel vision at my glass of sparkling water. 2. At lunch for 22, all happy from beer and wine. Noise almost sends me into a panic attack. Escaped to my room where I can nap.

Just received an Honorable Mention for the current issue of the Writers of the Future Contest, with an invitation to edit the story and resubmit it for the next quarter. Deadline is Monday and we have travel plans for the weekend. But will I do my best to get the edit submitted? You bet I will!!

For me, music and writing have always been intertwined. For example The Book of Love's I Touch Roses inspired both a short story and a (rough draft) novel. How has music influenced your writing? www.patreon.com/posts/131040...

#autismanxiety So had a total meltdown today. My husband and I were having a lovely roadtrip. There was a miscommunication about the map. We had an argument where I saw my mistake and had the meltdown, screaming and everything. At times, I hate that my autism hates imperfection. 😥🤬😢

What does a classic 80s new wave pop song have to do with me becoming a writer and also with giving up writing for a while? Find out on my Patreon site (and while you're there, consider the different paid and free membership options). www.patreon.com/posts/131040...