I finished reading all the books Mark got me for Xmas. That means he has to buy me more books now, right?

Me watching a nature documentary about a fierce predator that could absolutely end me: LOOK AT THE LIL TEEFIES 😍

This month's Flasher story was written while I was writing Modern Hauntings. This one is much sillier 👻 stephanieanneauthor.ca/ghosts-a-fla... #blogpost #shortstory #flashfiction #horrorcomedy #ghosthunting

Been looking at some old stories from back when I was in my teens/20s for a larger project and it's so cool to see I was adding horror to my sci-fi and fantasy stories before I even realized I liked horror. Guess it's always been a part of me.

Hey email scammers! It's really obvious that you're not actually reading my books when you claim to have read a book that isn't even out yet 😉

When I came out as genderfluid & started going by she/they I knew certain people in my life would never use anything other that she/her. But the most conservative of them accidently referred to me as "he" when they were really tired the other day &I certainly wasn't going to correct them😈

PRINT COPIES FINALLY ARRIVED 🥳

Nothing quite like finding severe inconsistences ONLY A PARAGRAPH APART when you're self-editing 😩 What was I thinking while writing that draft? Where did my brain go?

I'm co-hosting a Lit Fair with Next Door Ottawa! If you're a reader, mark your calendars. If you're an author, vendor applications are open now: nextdoorottawa.ca/events-list/...

Between ChatGPT/genAI obsessions and the current Stranger things drama, I am BEGGING folks to read more books this year. And not just because I’m an author. Please use your brains and develop some critical thinking skills. I am literally witnessing family members get dumber and it’s driving me crazy

New year new penname! I've been talking about this for a while & it's finally happening. I've received a number of requests to write MG/YA horror & I now have something in the works. Throckmorton aka @throcky.and.the.keyboard.cats (Insta) is my new alter ego #middlegradehorror #yahorror

What Mark says: I got new video games for Xmas. What I hear: Parallel Play! Hours of uninterrupted reading time while we sit in the same room without talking to each other.

Me: I need to reduce me stress. Also me: Enjoys reading/watching stressful horror stories

It's time for my 2025 year in review! stephanieanneauthor.ca/my-2025-year... #blogpost #yearinreview #HappyNewYear

FANTASTIC year for The Book Purge! When I started my little fundraiser, I never expected it would turn into something so big. This year, we raised a total of $6,260 for OSCatR & I got to chat with folks about volunteering, fostering, adopting. The Purge also helped additional charities this year!

I'll be making some changes to which in-person events I attend. Some are good & I've been planning them for a while. Some are not so good & outside of my control. All I can do is take 2026 as it comes & hope for the best! #indieauthor #selfpublishedauthor #ottawaauthor #authorevents #horrorauthor

Didn't get the book you wanted for Xmas? Looking to crush your 2025 reading goals? Can't resist a sale? All of the above?! You only have a few days left to take advantage of the @smashwordsbooks 2025 End of Year Sale 😱 (Link in bio) #smashwordseoysale #smashwords #ebooks #booksale #bookstagram

Wow, this whole time I thought my job title was "Author". Turns out it's actually "Hype Man For My Cats"

If you're looking to hit your reading goal over the final week of the year, look for short books if you're behind. BUT it would be even better if you looked for short books by indie authors. Many of them (myself included) have eBook sales rn through Smashwords, Kobo, etc. A win win for everyone.

After chatting with folks at events I've decided to bring back Please Rate Your Satisfaction. I retired it to eBook only but the moment I did I had ppl wanting a physical copy😅In 2026 there will be limited copies available on my website & at events. #shortstories #scifistories #killerrobots

Me: I'm going to get so much writing done over the holidays! *annual winter cold hits. brain fog settles in* Me: heck

Not in the mood for holiday cheer? How about dystopian/post-apocalyptic fiction instead? You can find 2 of my books (as well as titles from other amazing authors) in this new BookFunnel Promo! books.bookfunnel.com/dystopian_po... #dystopianfiction #postapocalypticfiction #scifistories #horrorstories

Overheard a conversation yesterday where one person had lost their job. Their friend was like “well you could just find a publisher and become a writer if you want an easy paycheque”. Um, no. No, I’m afraid it’s not that simple 😂

The subject matter of this month's writing update should come as a surprise. And it is a shorter update this time because, well, publishing GOATS has been my main focus, and my Year In Review blog post is coming up in just a couple of weeks. stephanieanneauthor.ca/my-december-...

I can expect the doorbell to ring three times today between deliveries and service requests for broken appliances. Is this how Scrooge felt knowing he'd be visited by 3 spirits? Honestly, I think I would prefer getting visited by ghosts today.

Remember: ebooks are available as part of the Smashwords 2025 End of Year Sale! And I happen to know that some of my fabulous author friends have their books available through this sale as well😉 Find your next favorite book at smashwords.com/sale #EOYSale25 #ebook #sale #books2read #indiebooks

Santa's little helpers have just dropped off this year's FREE Holiday Gift: a sad little ghost story called "Underwater". For now, you can find the download link in my Linktree & you can find all past holiday freebies on my website! #happyholidays #shortstory #ghoststory #freebie #horrorstory

Can't wait to get your hands on GOATS? The eBook is now available for pre-order through select online readers! And remember: ARC applications are still open if you want a shot at reading the book before Jan 29🐐 (Links in bio) #horrorstory #horrorbookstagram #folkhorror #mushroomhorror #revengehorror

Think you have what it takes to make it through GOATS? ARC applications are now open! (Link in bio) #horrorbook #horrorbookstagram #folkhorror #horrorauthor #bookstagram #horrorfan #comingsoon

Time for this month's Flasher story! And before the month is over, you'll also have access to the annual holiday gift 😉 But for now, here's a wintry little story all about... garbage. stephanieanneauthor.ca/garbage-a-fl... #blogpost #shortstory #horrorstory #flashfiction #horrorauthor

COVER REVEAL TIME! I'm excited to unleash GOATS upon the world & can't wait for publication day. This one is truly a passion project & I've poured so much of my heart & soul into it. The story is not for everyone but I think that's why I love it🍄 #horrorauthor #horrorbook #folkhorror #mushroomhorror

After unexpected setbacks my web store’s live! You can now order my books/merch & get them shipped directly to you (in Canada). Soft launch as Mark’s tried some new things for my site. If something’s giving you problems, let me know in the contact form! #horrorauthor #horrorbooks #shopcanadian

If I'm fundraising for a cat rescue & the first thing you say to me is "I hate cats" what're you looking to get out of the convo? I'm not going to agree with you or respond. If someone doing good in your community makes you angry then stay home. The fact that this happened multiple times is WILD

Look, I know I already struggle to remember dates / what day it is, but for some reason I keep thinking Xmas has come and gone already 🤔

When I write, I have comp titles and inspiration movies in mind. But it's fascinating seeing what other titles readers relate my books to. If you're wondering what GOATS is like, here's what my beta readers thought. #horrorstory #horrorbook #horrorauthor #folkhorror

I’ve been a disability advocate in literary spaces for the past nine years. On #IDPWD2025, let’s remember to support the disabled creatives in all artistic fields. And please, let’s work together to make accessible spaces the norm! #IDPWD #Disability

With pre-orders & ARC applications coming soon, I think it's time I warn you about GOATS. Some beta readers said the book was almost too gory😈 This psychedelic folk horror story is unlike anything I've ever written before. #horrorauthor #folkhorror #mushroomhorror #comingsoon #horrorbooks

I have found myself writing about lobsters in the afterward in my book about goats. My brain is a curious thing...

I may have locked myself inside to stay warm and get ahead on my writing goals, but that doesn't mean I don't have big plans for the month. Newsletter subscribers get EVERYTHING this Thursday, but the rest of you will have to wait a little longer for freebies, cover reveals, and announcements😉

LAST author event of 2025 😭 I've got plenty of queer and spooky books all packed up and ready to go, along with a selection of Blind Date Bundles for The Book Purge. I don't typically attend Christmas Markets, but I couldn't say no to the Pride Christmas Market hosted by NG Pride🌈🎄See you tomorrow!

Keeping this month's writing update short and sweet because I've spent all morning finishing up draft 1 of a very special project and I might need a break from my computer now 😙 stephanieanneauthor.ca/2025/11/27/h... #blogpost #writingupdate #horrorauthor #skulldaddy #horrorstory

I’m excited to announce my books will be promoted on @smashwords.bsky.social as part of their End of Year Sale 2025 starting on December 8! Be sure to follow me for more updates and links to the promotion for my books and many more! #EoYSale25 #Smashwords

When I started writing Skull Daddy 2 I used the movie “Mother!” as inspiration. But the more I write the more it’s starting to look like “Midsommar”

There are only 2 ways to drink tea: 1. Oh no, I drank it too soon and burned my mouth. I should have waited. 2. Oh no, I waited too long and now my tea is cold. I should have taken a sip right away.

Queer neurodivergent folks say "I like your pins / patches" instead of "hello / nice to meet you" and I think that's beautiful

Mark trying to explain a specific car to me: It’s a hatchback Me who has car-related ptsd and knows nothing about cars unless they’re autobots: explain it to me like I don’t know what that means Mark explains and then shows me a picture. Me: oh so it’s a car-shaped car 😀 Mark: 😑

Tomorrow! There'll be some fantastic authors there & I'll also have plenty of Blind Date Purge bundles so there'll be something for everyone. It's a great chance to get yourself a gift or do some Xmas shopping for the book lover in your life. #ottawaevents #ottawa613 #ottawaauthor #authorevent

Nothing is better than being someone's weird aunt and you cannot convince me otherwise

What it’s like trying to write in a multi cat household

Texts to my husband while writing 😂