This exercise can help authors figure out their character’s deepest need. Try it out!

I’m on UpScrolled!

If you're living somewhere outside the USA, one thing you can do is pressure your leaders to boycott World Cup and Olympic events here.

Everyone: Who cares about TT, meta and all those other places already have my data and content, IDGAF. Me: Geolocation when you're not using the app is pretty unique, no?

🎧Need some audiobooks to get you through the winter storm?🥶NEW sales & freebies just went live on our site!💙🎧 indieaudiobookdeals.com #booksky #audiobooksky #romancebooks #cozymystery #indieauthor

First video of three, this one explains why I reached out to my union. If we can’t have our likeness used without consent or compensation, what recourse do we have on social media? Stay tuned for part two! #audiobooknarrator #actorslife #sagaftraactor

It has been almost 7 weeks since I worked out. And waking up today with my arms sore was the best feeling in the world. This recovery is much slower than I anticipated, but I am grateful for my doctors, my physical therapist, and my husband for helping me every step of the way! . . #kneesurgery

Working alongside Jared (or really anyone from the NYCSS team) is always a joy. And I cannot WAIT for this one. One of our more popular workshop from 2025, we're bringing this back in September! #amwriting #writingworkshop #booksky

Yes, and… it’s also a lot of work. AND there’s a huge learning curve that almost four years in, I’m still getting the hang of. But it’s worth every moment!

Me walking outside with my dog because I WFH.

I KNOW there are folks in the kynk community who have thoughts on this. So let's talk about it! I'm teaming up with Pro Domme and Kynk Educator @celinameteor to go through the good, the bad, and the Goldilocks of writing spice. Join us! . . #writingromance #amwriting #indieauthors

Oooof writing violence can be tough sometimes! And while internet searches and friends with medical experience are helpful, it’s not *quite* the same as violence with intention. But never fear! First off, totally normal to have a writing Achilles heel. Everyone has one. Secondly…

Rocket says he hopes you’re finding time for snuggles amidst the madness ❤️

We love a growly MMC #audiobooksky

Hi friends :) I'm back

Don't forget to check out Campfire's eBook sale, where you can find a ton of books from the grimdark HERASY WITHIN by @robjhayes.bsky.social to the cowboy dragon-riders of WILD SKIES by @keandrewsauthor.bsky.social. 🪐📚💙 🔗iOS apps.apple.com/us/app/campf... 🔗Android play.google.com/store/apps/d...

When in doubt, get the donut. Visiting family in Colorado, and I HAD to get a staple maple bar from Voodoo Donuts!

If you’re frustrated by AI audiobooks and don’t like KDP using “virtual voices” for audiobooks, join #humanvoicesonly I’m participating and will narrate 250-300 words from you book or WIP and feature it on April 17th. F0rm in the comments!

Date night: tacos, hard cider, and axe throwing

This is speculation, but why else would KDP/Audible/Amazon want your manuscript? They know AI audiobooks aren’t top-sellers. To me, this seems like predatory behavior on authors who can’t afford to produce audiobooks with human voices. What do you think?

Body dysmorphia isn’t something that goes away. You live with it forever. But working out with a purpose to get strong for stage combat? That sure helps.

Got to see my gal Brianna Bancroft at silent book club last week! Keep an eye out for her audiobooks, narrated by Claire Marlowe 😉

@bsky.app please make the image sizing for flash less weird. Nothing fits right. I WANT to use it but it looks compressed and awful. Please address this!

It’s a shame that I don’t have super fun coworkers. Love working with Harley Chase! #audiobooknarrators 🎧 📚

My thoughts on audiobook kickstarters? They’re totally doable! And I’ve helped three different authors exceed goal. If you’re interested in Kickstarter coaching or want me to narrate your book (I coach for free on those), let me know. It’s possible! #authorsky

Had a blast at silent book club 🤫 📕

Snuggles with my old man ❤️ this sweet boy is my rock, my little one, my everything. He’s the best coworker I’ll ever have. Here’s to the dogs that keep editors company. #editorsky

📚🌈 Trans Rights Readathon Recs! (Part 1: fantasy) What are you reading for the readathon? It's not too late to get started on a book (or many)! Grab some for the whole year! List will be in the comments. 💙📚 #fantasybookssky #writingcommunity #amwritingfantasy #amwriting #fantasy

Thank you @laura.g.baumann.official @kaitlynalexisfarley and @nycstagecombat for your help with this! Highly recommend them for anyone looking to add to their fight reel.

@bsky.app I am BEGGING y’all please allow us to schedule our posts!

This is 40. Spent the night running around yelling at men 15 years my junior and I loved every minute of it.

If you’re just joining us from Meta Monster, welcome! It’s different and I’m not sure how it works, but at least BS won’t pirate your book.

Twas a fun day on set!

Password must contain a capital letter, a number, a Grammy, 10 gaining albums on the chart with 4 in the top 10, and 3 adopted cats

WELL. I’m gonna start posting here a lot more now cause fuck Meta for stealing from the book community!

Just doin narrator things 📚 🎧

Goooood morning! If you love audiobooks with grumpy Scottish vampires and FMCs with some serious sass, you’ll like this audiobook. “A Dream of Blood and Magic” by Olivia Boothe is available everywhere!

I wish I liked BS more but I feel like my engagement is so spotty. Any ideas on how to fix this?

I was on the subway this afternoon when a woman started throwing up. Everyone moved away from her, but since I was hearing a mask, I felt I could go up and help. We got her off the train when she was stable, but she mentioned a terrible flu was going around her school. 😳 Wear. A. Mask. Y’all.

Happy Valentine’s Day from these kids.

Ayoooo #indieauthors I have some surprise openings in March and April, plus spots in June!

Did an update to my website, plz look cause I almost pulled my hair out trying to get the formatting right www.thornsnroses.co

Client shout out! @keiranorth.bsky.social has some insane world building chops, and it’s been wonderful to check them out in preparation for recording “Gifted”! Be sure to read their work if you like adventure, sci-fi, and LGBTQ characters ❤️

If your book reads like white bread, I’m gonna call it out (nicely!) Diversity is so important, so if you have the opportunity to make one of your characters BIPOC, disabled, or LGBTQAI+ I’m going to ask you to explore that. #editorsky

I wish BlueSky had a schedule post option. That’s all. That’s the post.

Instead of watching the Super Bowl I watched rugby with my dad. It was the best non-Super Bowl I've ever had.

Newsletter is up, friends! thornsnrosesdotco.substack.com/p/why-i-love...

Hey friends, if you’re not already masking up, I highly recommend you do so. The fact that information regarding transfer of Avian Flu to cats and humans was posted and then shortly deleted seems really fishy to me. Get yourself some solid masks and prep for handwashing on the reg.