In terms of MFA/Grad school stuff: I just turned in a (main) character sketch for my upcoming thesis novel. I'm super excited to write this one, and while it might not be out for some time, I hope to share it with you all one day!

I just found out that a friend of mine, who wrote under the name J. Comer, passed away suddenly "in late April or early May." Jim was a good guy who wrote some of the most unique sci-fantasy fiction I have ever had the pleasure of reading. Rest well, Jim. Artists never die. They live forever.

While I got a pass from an agent today, I am still working my way through the author game. The work never ends when you're a writer, which means: onward, and continued perseverance!

I start two new classes in my MFA program today. The first is on Young Adult Fiction writing, and the second is part of my teaching concentration, which is Seminar in Writing Instruction. A bit nervous about the second class, but we'll see how it goes!

In this #ShortStory Sunday, watch two teens grapple with the changing future. Read this story now at https://theotherworldsblog.blogspot.com/2025/08/the-last-firefly.html #AuthorSky #BookSky #ShortFiction #ShortStories #WriterSky

In a half hour, you will start seeing weekly posts to this page that shares a short story of mine from my OTHER WORLDS blog! If you like the stories, please be sure to give them a read or a share, or leave me a comment about them! You can also obtain them via Ko-Fi for free or a donation!

Still up at the crack of dawn with a Charlie horse (?) in my leg for no apparent reason. Also not getting any writing done, which could be happening but, yannow *gestures to leg*. You'll see some stuff in the early afternoon, though, so be sure to watch my feeds!

Reposting this for the #BookSky / #AuthorSky / #WriterSky crews who might have missed this before. JMS Books and its owner, @jmsnyder.net, have been amazing to work with so far, and I'd love to get some more eyes on this. The book comes out this August!

Work-in-progress check-in: Over 5K added in the past two days, and officially hit the 47K mark. I think I'm almost halfway through.

Was feeling some imposter syndrome last night with some of my WIP. I was able to bust through it, but it was still a bit blah-inducing. I ended up writing until about 3:30 AM and slept until about that time afterward. Oops. 😫

In the United States, magic is dangerous, and punishable by death. Salem Richards watched her mother burn years ago. Now, she fears becoming a witch herself. Start reading THE UNITED STATES OF WITCHES series at www.kodyboye.com/united-states-of-witches #BookSky

(1 of my 3 cats), Jonesy the Bean, not cooperating with pictures. I managed to get this one. Please note he is in a cone because he has the herpes virus and will mess with his eye otherwise. He almost lost it to the first massive infection he had.

I made it to where I originally left off in my standalone WIP, before I got stuck on it. The changes include: -- 5 new chapters -- 11K new words -- And a backstory and reason for *the happening* in this book It's currently at 41,000 words, just slightly under halfway done (I believe!)

What (some) people don't tell you is that, after a car accident where you sustain injuries, you will likely require medical treatment for far longer than the initial injury. I'm still dealing with issues related to an accident where someone rear-ended me four years later.

For those of you who enjoy #Audiobooks, I have a treat for you! My entire WHEN THEY CAME trilogy is available to stream on YouTube for FREE. Start listening now at: https://youtu.be/Wo3nFf3pLPs #BookSky #AuthorSky #SciFi #Horror #FreeAudio

Just saw that an author had a pretty large account get flagged/suspended for ~whatever reason.~ For this reason, wanted to share that fans can always follow me through email updates, which you can access on my website at www.kodyboye.com Sending y'all love, and many thanks, for following me.

Last call for this month's Fantasy and Sci-Fi Mania June promotion through Bookfunnel! If you're looking for your next free read, consider checking out the books here! Grab your free books, including one of my own, at https://books.bookfunnel.com/2026-june-fantasy-mania/wdy2qb7hvr #BookSky

Still seeking advance reviews for my queer sci-fi horror novel ARKADY'S SUFFERING, which tells the story of two gay teens as they struggle to survive on a planet where a virus kills and raises the dead. You can request to receive an advance copy here: https://forms.gle/9zHw2GeZDCywreaD7 #BookSky

I always think it's funny when people view writing fiction as a "get-rich-quick" scheme (especially those who are "producing fiction" utilizing artificial intelligence). Because unless you get SUPER lucky, it's very much not.

Scarlet Jane had a future. Then her mother was slain by a vampire. Now, Scarlet faces the impossible choice: to have her memory wiped, or seek revenge. You can start reading THE SCARLET JANE FILES now at www.kodyboye.com/the-scarlet-jane-files #BookSky #Horror

There's some stuff going on behind the scenes that is super exciting. Nothing I can really share right now (publicly at least), but yeah!

Hey, #BookSky: I'm in the process of seeking advance reviewers for my upcoming queer YA horror/sci-fi novel ARKADY'S SUFFERING, which tells the story of two gay teens as they struggle to survive on a planet where an infection kills and raises the dead. #AuthorSky #Queer #YA #Horror #Scifi

Does anyone in the YA / horror / dark science fiction scene have any thoughts on where I can (eventually) send review copies of my upcoming sci-fi/horror novel ARKADY'S SUFFERING to? Let me know! #BookSky #AuthorSky

I have just submitted more information for my upcoming novel ARKADY'S SUFFERING to its publisher. It tells the story of two gay teens who must struggle to survive on a colony planet where a virus kills, then raises the dead. It's slated for an August release, so it's coming up soon! #BookSky

Here's another video I did, introducing myself more formally on YouTube (as well as sharing my experience to where I am now). https://youtu.be/DY2flbltLgU #BookSky #AuthorSky #Books

Managed 3,500 words in the standalone I just recently picked back up again. Glad to be moving through the early phases of the revision, which involves fleshing out the opening of the book before moving back into and tinkering with what I've already written.

Here's a quick reminder to share that I have my (mainly YA) books available for direct purchase on my Payhip store! I also have free books there as well if you would prefer to try before buying something! #Bookfunnel integration is included! Link: https://payhip.com/KodyBoye #BookSky

Six years ago, Ana Mia experienced the invasion of planet Earth. Six years later, she'll be bitten by one of them, and be thrust into a conflict she couldn't have imagined. Intrigued? Grab WHEN THEY CAME at www.kodyboye.com/when-they-came #BookSky #AuthorSky

Posting this again for anyone who hasn't seen it! If you're looking for your next free fantasy read, consider checking out the books in the Fantasy and Sci-Fi Mania June promotion through Bookfunnel! Grab your free books at https://books.bookfunnel.com/2026-june-fantasy-mania/wdy2qb7hvr #BookSky

Hey, peeps! I filmed and edited a vlog! I'm looking to do more of these in the future, but in short I talk about my super secret fantasy project, my novel being picked up by JMS Books, and the book I read this week. You can watch the vlog on my author channel at: https://youtu.be/HHzebVxmncc

Hey peeps, I'm looking to assemble a Q&A-style video about my writing, my process, etc. If you are fans, or merely curious, and would like a question potentially answered, post it below! #BookSky #WriterSky #AuthorSky

Hey #BookSky: Jessica Pruitt has always loved the ocean. But when her parents are slaughtered at sea, she will do everything in her power to seek revenge. Start reading DAGANA: THE LAST MERMAID at www.kodyboye.com/dagana

Building furniture is not my forte. And considering I was assembling this myself, it's no wonder it took 3-and-a-half hours to do. I'm very pleased with it, however!

Just a quick extra note to say that, if you haven't followed me on Instagram, I'd love to have you! Trying to make it one of my more go-to platforms for news and other information. Link here: https://www.instagram.com/kodyboye/

Managed just a few words shy of 1,800 new words in the WIP I stalled out on all those months ago. Super excited to see where this goes, but it's time to get ready for bed! 🦌

While book 1 of my new young adult epic fantasy series is being edited, I decided to pick back up a standalone I was working on, which I had stalled out on. I am happy to say that I have 600 or so new words for an opening, and a "mythos" that will guide this small-town horror novel to completion!

Want to support an independent author directly? Consider purchasing my work through Payhip, where you can get every eBook for 25% off with code 23OFF. Find my store now at www.payhip.com/kodyboye

In addition to being up later than I wanted to be, I also figured out some other stuff with the work in progress. So, I count that as progress!

Up again after midnight after telling myself I would go to bed. 😴

It's always nice when a novel you got stuck on for [reasons] reveals its hidden secret on a second (or, technically, third) glance. So excited to keep working on this one!

Given that Guild Wars is one of my favorite games, I am a bit in shock at seeing the announcement for Guild Wars 3.

"My mother once said that only the Beautiful Ones survive." For sixteen-year-old Kelendra Byron, those words haunt her. But when the Gentlewomen arrive, Kelendra will do everything in her power for selection. Start reading now by visiting www.kodyboye.com/the-beautiful-ones #BookSky

In this short story of mine, take an emotional journey with a girl who discovers her mother's virtual world. Start listening to this story now at https://youtu.be/cHKB0Psp87s #Audiobooks #FreeAudiobooks #ShortStories #ShortFiction #ContemporaryFiction #VideoGameStories #BookSky #AuthorSky

I recently made the decision to step out of Kindle Unlimited (mainly due to having an upcoming book picked up by a publisher). However, I should note that everyone's journeys are different, and we should all work toward finding what path works best for us.

An excellent way to help writers thrive is to buy directly from them. This not only lets you maintain access to your eBook files, but also puts money directly in their pocket. I recently set up my own online store if anyone wants to try something from me! http://payhip.com/kodyboye

If you see posts come in oddly on Fridays, it's because I'm learning how to set up automations in the hopes of pushing my work out to more people! Don't worry -- you'll still see the general everyday posts from me come up!

This short audio story I'm sharing today is one of my shorter works. In this dystopian future, two teens struggle with the implications of releasing the last firefly. You can listen to the story now on YouTube at https://youtu.be/lDLWaw_NK1M #Audiobooks #BookSky

If you're looking for your next free fantasy read, consider checking out the books in the Fantasy and Sci-Fi Mania June promotion through Bookfunnel! Grab your free books, including one of my own, at https://books.bookfunnel.com/2026-june-fantasy-mania/wdy2qb7hvr #BookSky #AuthorSky #FreeBooks

I am both honored and excited to announce that JMS Books will be publishing my novel ARKADY'S SUFFERING in the Fall of 2026. I officially signed the contract tonight, and am excited to begin this new venture with JMS Books! More as soon as I can share it!

Getting excited about some new stuff I'm doing for writing-life/author business this June! Be sure to keep an eye out for everything that's going on! #AuthorSky