#MonstersintheArchives by #CarolineBicks is featured in yesterday's #newbooks haul on youtube! full video: youtu.be/D8vaGxpAuVU buy the books: bookshop.org/lists/n... all links in bio! #booksky @penguinrandomhouse

So hopeful to see so many people packing out our events across England and Wales. Hope is here - it's all of us. Report from Politico 👇🏼

I have a new book out today. It’s called Orbital Drop and you should all go buy it.

Seeing a feed talk about the worst movies ever and it's all based off imdb percentages and nothing's below 40% and it just makes me want to walk into the sea. BUT! Instead, why I do what I do: It's almost but not quite impossible to make worthless art, especially if you make it as part of a team.

Two siblings enter a world of magic, secrets and twisted loyalties – for those who loved Starling House by Alix E. Harrow, Gallant by V. E. Schwab and A Study in Drowning by Ava Reid. Preorder in print and ebook: geni.us/TheShapeofMo... Listen now on Audible: www.audible.com/pd/The-Shape...

Review: Mortedant’s Peril This is the type of review that starts with the disclaimers. First, I know RJ pretty well - I'm part of the Writeopolis team. I'm also a big fan of his writing and he'd have to do something pretty out of character for me not to enjoy one of his books. So, with that…

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...

This has been a sore week. The pain has been gradually getting worse each day, though as far as I’m aware, I haven’t done anything to cause it to spike. Perhaps the changing weather #DefectiveMeatsuit

In Stories from the Slushpile today, because it's a winnowing process, there are very few stories I greenlight for the editor. I estimate about 4-5%. There are also several well-written stories that are genuinely not a good fit, so believe that when you read it in a rejection. #slushpuppy

One of the best things about the British Fantasy Awards is that the publicly-voted shortlist goes to a panel of peers for final decision-making. But that means we need volunteers to be jurors! Nominate yourself to be a juror for the British Fantasy Awards here: forms.gle/Kv1JTHBeSXaJ... 🧵⬇️

People of Bluesky, I come to seeking help with research once more. If you were between the ages of 12 and 15 in 2005: - did you have your own mobile phone? - what access did you have to the internet/what websites/messaging services etc were you using? - was your family poor/middling/well off?

🌠 PAID OPPORTUNITY 🌠 Hello! I am looking to pay a wheelchair user of color for a sensitivity read on one of my novellas (about 25,000 words). If that is you or you know someone who qualifies, please respond here or email me at riengrayiswriting at gmail. Boosting appreciated, bots will be 🔇

Book Quote Wednesday's word is 'better' #BookQW #BookSky The Green Man sends Dan Mackmain to sort out clashes between the supernatural and the everyday world. Dan's mum is a dryad and learning to use the abilities he inherited with his greenwood blood definitely improves his chances.

This was an absolute blast to do! And yes, it’s the sort of magnificent madness you should expect at FantasyCon.

Have you voted yet?

Remember, you don’t have to be a member to join the jury pool

After a string of psychological thriller/domestic suspense reads, I’m thrilled that this new release has arrived and I’m jumping right in. Having been a Constant Reader for almost 30 years, I’m very excited to have this view of his process

Cymera tickets are now on sale AND you can sign up for the 2+ day masterclass for new writers on workshopping/critique, editing, and the industry running late morning Weds 3 June to late morning Friday 5 June (you won't miss any of the great Cymera programming!).

In honour of #lesbianvisibilityweek, an updated graphic now that we've got 2 books on offer. Support your local lesbians and buy/pre-order these books this LVW! Both available from @solarisbooks.bsky.social wherever good books are sold.

A question at @easterconuk.bsky.social had @davidgreenwriter.bsky.social pondering why neurodivergent creatives seek out other neurodivergent creatives: It’s all about acceptance. britishfantasysociety.org/searching-fo...

Grand old time at @waterstonesargyle.bsky.social tonight celebrating new books by @cameronjohnston.bsky.social and Rafael Torrubia. Brilliant questioning by Cailean Steed, and generally a lovely night all in all.

Jurors needed, come and join the fun

(4/6) Saturday 6 June 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Wise Women with Rebecca Ferrier and Shona Kinsella www.cymerafestival.co.uk/programme-26... @shonak.bsky.social @rmlferrier.bsky.social

Do you live in Scotland? Or are you curious about the upcoming election? I've included links in the attached to manifestos on LGBTQIA and autistic rights from groups that aren't affiliated to political parties. Also contains a link about groups pushing for a Culture Act in Scotland.

On Saturday 6th June at 12pm, nature reclaims the world with @rainewilson.bsky.social (THE SALT ORACLE and WE ARE ALL GHOSTS IN THE FOREST) and @catamaroon.bsky.social (WHEN THERE ARE WOLVES AGAIN) in After The End! Learn more: bit.ly/480xqaB Buy: geni.us/saltorac geni.us/weallghostsPB

Just saw someone post in a friend’s FB group that they’re not keen on “representation in books” and had to but back the urge to ask them how a novel would work with no characters?

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....

TONIGHT! If you're in London, come along and hear some amazing authors - a No1 bestseller and a thrilling debut - doors 6:30pm!

We recently decorated the living room and added another bookcase, which pleases me no end. Look how pretty those books are! Why not join in and share a #shelfie?

Delighted to find both Shroud and Lives of Bitter Rain on the Locus shortlist this year, amongst some amazing company!

One small step for a mage, one giant leap for mankind. Wishing @cameronjohnston.bsky.social a very happy publication day for First Mage on the Moon. A fantasy like no other. And check out this event! www.waterstones.com/events/rafae...

Happy publication day to @cameronjohnston.bsky.social with First Mage on the Moon!

Coming up on Thursday this week. Be there or be a regular quadrilateral!

How do you maintain creativity while LIFE happens around you? This month's BFS 'expert' is @shonak.bsky.social, who manages to be the busiest woman in the world while cranking out awesome novels, running the BFS, dealing with chronic illness, parenting teens & a whole lot more. How does she do it?!

1300 words today on the SSSP. I’m feeling good about my new plan. Can’t guarantee I’ll still be feeling good about it next week though… 😂

ICYMI, I'm bringing a superb SF to readers from the immensely talented David W Goodman (his alter ego is David Goodman, multi award-winning author *pinches self*)

"When my wife's beloved Kindle DX was bricked by obsolescence through no fault of her own, it gave me a frisson of excitement and anticipation to take on Darth Bezos and break open the Kindle so she could once again read her favorite books" www.zdnet.com/article/your...

1231 words today on the main WiP, Chasing the Dawn. A secondary world fantasy following a disabled mother as she treks across a hostile environment to save her children

Next up!

Just finished reading A Memory Called Empire. What a book!

I wrote a little blog about my queerness and why I struggle to centre it in my stories. If you’re interested in bi-rep it might be a good one for you! 👇 www.emilyinkpen.com/blog/writing...

Today I started work on a Super Secret Side Project (SSSP) which I’m hoping to work on alongside my main WiP. My (rough) plan is to work on them alternate days, writing 1k words a day, and hopefully finish both by the end of August. Let’s see if I can actually manage it

For a long time I've wondered how many more people would vote Green if they were confident that their vote would count. Now we're seeing that confidence.

Took the kids to see Mario Galaxy. The 9yo was absolutely filled with joy throughout 😁

The British Fantasy Awards have begun! Learn more about how you can get involved below...

Back at my desk today after a lovely weekend at Eastercon!

I am thrilled to announce that my new collection 'Taste' will be published by Flametree Publishing in their Beyond and Within series, and is due to launch at next year's Eastercon! If you're at @easterconuk.bsky.social I'll be having a small celebration in the bar tonight! 🥂🥳

I've seen people trying to defend it today by saying "No, no, I just use it to brainstorm, bounce ideas, I do the actual writing" and with all the kindness in the world I need to tell you: if there is a stage of writing you are not good at, you need to get good, not use the plagiarism machine.

The BFS Art Competition is open for entries! Get the details and submit your work here: britishfantasysociety.org/get-in-touch...

The BFS Short Story Competition is now open! We want your words - full details and submission form here: britishfantasysociety.org/get-in-touch...