It's so funny to me that a site which literally only exists because a bunch of creatives flocked to it absolutely hates creatives Standard techbro brainrot

I never cease to be amused by how this app has a community that hates the staff and a staff that hates the community and both sides are completely open about it this isn’t a retirement home it’s a Waffle House

lol lmao rofflecopter

This might also be a good alternative if you are looking to get your work as much as possible out of the hands of US Companies for Reasons, as XinXii is based in Berlin.

Basically, you lose access to Smashwords, Fable, Bookshop, and various library services. But you get access to Google Play Books and the XinXii storefront, and don't have to worry about the poor tax. XinXii will give you a free ISBN registered in Germany, too.

The UI is serviceable. It accepted my epub and cover no issue. It let me pick and choose which retailers to distribute to. It didn't require any payment from me. This might be an option if you don't have the spoons to go direct to a dozen retailers and cannot afford the D2D fee.

Does not seem to get to most library services, nor to bookshop dot org, but it hits most of the major retailers. I'm already direct w most of them except apple. And oof apple direct is hard. www.xinxii.com/index.php?ro...

Trying out XinXii for ebook distribution. It gets Amazon, Apple, B&N, Casa del Libro, Kobo, Google Play, Tolino, Everand, and maybe a few more. Seems to do audiobook too. The UI isn't great, but it's *free*.

In 2 weeks, I need to pay the balance of Katie's radiation treatments. If anyone would like to share the post or chip in, I would be eternally grateful.

BookCon was mindblowing. I absolutely foresee it growing in size over the next few years. I don't think anyone was prepared for how massively people crave events like this.

a scrungly Hawthorn now watches over my doomscroll

I was bombarded by a series of unexpected expenses over the last couple of weeks, so I’ve decided to try something new and open up commissions! I love to draw quick pet portraits (especially cats, but I’m open to any kind of critter). LMK if you’re interested, and please share!

In September, The Shape of Monsters will be out in hardcover! I love that Tor went with "Will magic bind them or set them free?" as a longline. If you know my writing, you know that magic is definitely gonna fuck them up, either way....

Upping this again, if anyone has a few minutes to spare! It's just about your general tastes, and we all know there are always exceptions to every rule, so don't sweat about the answers too much. Many thanks to those who responded and / or reposted. You're gems, so you are.

A quick award eligibility refresher!

Some indy research that I'll be sharing results of for everyone to see / use! This survey is on short fiction anthologies. You can take it even if you never read them, as there are Qs about that, too. The aim is to help anthologies shine, so please share it! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Stuck on a plane at Heathrow, pls send stairs 😩

GOOD MORNING!!!! It's 4/20 and I wanted to celebrate the informal holiday and Lucina's birthday by showcasing my friends the cool books and services they offer (please note that some deals might not be live yet but will be throughout the week) jowritesfantasy.me/2026/04/20/4...

10 horror movies to get to know me: R-Point Audition Dog Soldiers Train to Busan Vampire in Brooklyn Hot Fuzz (Gonna start cheating now) Hellsing Ultimate The Summer Hikaru Died Puella Magi Madoka Magica Jujutsu Kaisen

A reminder that when "authors" who turn to AI slop claim that "everyone's doing it and it's fine" they're talking absolute bollocks. They're either in deep denial or they're just lying to try and normalise the practice at everyone else's expense. ellipsus.com/blog/survey-...

You can all be very proud of me. I did NOT buy the MacBook Neo! 🤣

Guy encoded a PNG into audio, played it to a starling, starling plays is back, guy records starling song, and converts audio back into a PNG.

Hey, friends, I need your help for a fellow indie author: We're looking for someone who can provide a sensitivity read for a Mexican American character. The author wants general support in how the character and his family are portrayed in this contemporary romance. Paid, of course. Thank you!

Not all airports are the same. At EWR the care and wellbeing of the aircraft are paramount. Here you see a member of staff taking a visiting plane for a walk, to provide physical and mental stimulation before its long flight home.

I really hate being right about this stuff.

I don't care how much you make from writing nothing says "I'm a good writer" more than "People getting tattoos of my characters" like thats just god tier shit.

@annabelcwrites.bsky.social Look what I found in New York 😁

Remembering that multiple readers have TATTOED MY CHARACTERS ONTO THEIR BODIES gets me over this pretty fast

It's an awesome book, don't miss this...

BookCon likes the sapphic spies, if you want yours I've literally only got four left!!!

Putting out an a list of books for Autism Acceptance month for @blog.readindiefantasy.com (yes I know I'm late lol) if you're an autistic indie or self-pubbed author with a SFF book, link it here and I'll try to include it!

All right, I'm all all ready for BookCon tomorrow! Come at me in Indie Alley for your gay book needs - booth A-11! First five customers to buy Inheritance 1-3 get a free gift!

what if we kissed at the combination shitter pisser

I have many toilet nightmare scenarios, but today I encountered the one at the very top of my list 😶

Colourful! #repostyourart #art Yesterday's prompt but You Know

This here. Google Workspace had an optional $2 surcharge for those who wanted to try their AI. No one wanted to. So now everyone is getting charged the extra $2/month and forced to opt out instead of in.

I hear indie coffee shops are a thing I hear they’re pretty good too

Launching next week: Warped Ocean part 2! 👀❤️ New pins: Manta Ray, Moa Moa (Sunfish), and Turtles! www.backerkit.com/c/projects/a... #ArtistSupport #ArtShop #DarkArt

Starbucks introducing AI to "personalise" your coffee seems like an excellent time to remind you that what companies want to personalise with AI is the price you pay for what you buy.

Hello, could someone recommend some Gothic fantasy books to me, please?

Monthly Disabled Creators Boost! - Share your fiction, essays, poetry, fanfic, thinkpieces, and other writing below. - Go into the replies and look for works to read and share. - Follow new creators and make your feed brighter! NSFW and erotica welcome. #WriteSky #ActuallyDisabled

Task for today: stay awake 🤣

New York, I am in u!

I may or may not also have some gay paranormal romance with me. It wholly depends on whether UPS can un-lose them 💀

New Yorkers: Go buy these books; you won't be disappointed!

Highly recommend Inheritance to all! I hadn't seen Charlie Hart. Looks like that is going on my list next. 👀

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SAME! 😂

Here's what I'm bringing to BookCon this weekend. Booth A-11, Indie Alley, Hall 1. The first five customers to buy the Inheritance 3-book bundle will receive a free gift 😲