Here is an amazing essay that reinforces how we resist without losing our humanity, and stay sane and hopeful in the process. #resist #hope #community freewillastrology.com/beauty/archi...

Does anyone out there make fantasy maps in Inkarnate? I have a map I built for a novella that needs to be upgraded & expanded for a novel & I’m looking for some who could do that for me. Please email me directly at [email protected].

OMG I’m so there. Getting ready to publish & questioning everything, including my sanity.

Cover reveal for CAVE OF WHISPERS, which releases on February 3rd! It hints beautifully at the adventure that awaits! This is the sequel to my novella, Daughter of the Dispossessed. Receive a FREE download of DAUGHTER OF THE DISPOSSESSED by signing up for my newsletter here: jlhenker.com #dragons

Just received Robyn Dabney’s sequel to The Ascenditure. I’m so excited! I interviewed Robyn last year about her first book & the inspiration behind it. She is a rock climber & outdoor adventurer, which shines through in her writing—highly recommended. LInk to Interview: youtu.be/GVSUxb8Af4U

Just pre-ordered. Let’s jump in & make this a reality for Seanan!

November is fast approaching, so I signed up for the free Novel November being hosted by ProWritingAid. Hopefully, it will help fill the hole left by the closing of NaNoWriMo. I hope to see some of you there. #writing #nanowrimo #authors #books Here's the info: prowritingaid.com/novel-november

I had a great time talking with Benjamin Gorman on his podcast, Writers Not Writing. Thanks Ben! #authors #podcasts #fantasy

Are you an author in need of an author platform & don't know where to start? I'm teaching an on-line workshop on just that, Saturday, August 9th from 2-3:30PM PST. This will be a small class (10-12 participants). Only a couple spots left. More detail in alt text. #authors #marketing

My writing colleague @kareneisenbrey.bsky.social released A Quest for Hidden Things (my favorite fantasy read so far this year). I interviewed her on my YouTube Channel: Women Fantasy Writers, & we discussed the novel, its characters, and magic. Enjoy. youtu.be/REaX0D2hj4A?... #fantasy #authors

I have a short story in the upcoming Antifa Lit Journal Vol. 1. You can pre-order anywhere books are sold or get your copy by backing the Kickstarter for Volume 2 so we can continue to speak out against the rise of fascism in the US and around the world. bit.ly/ALJKick #authors #anthologies

Do you write #Fantasy that includes #dragons? Are you on StoryOrigin? I'm doing a newsetter builder promo. If your story includes dragons, I invite you to join. It is a giveaway--they download your free book in exchange for signing up for your newsletter. Email questions to [email protected]

Now that Goodreads is owned by Amazon, is there an alternative platform?

My quote for the day is from Lynda Obst. “There is a fine line between persistence & madness.”As a writer trying to juggle all the necessary pieces to self-publish, I’m leaning a bit toward the madness side. #writing #author #publishing #books

This is both poignant and powerful. Thank you, Bruce. #democracy youtu.be/n-kODkdNSgs?...

What’s on your nightstand? Here’s my pile. Some cozy, fantasy, RPG fantasy, memoir, paranormal fantasy & a graphic novel. I’m usually reading two at a time. #books #authors #reading

My friend and writing colleague SD Huston is hosting a great author writing conference which begins tonight. Here's more information: www.youtube.com/live/Mv3NjuA... #writing #authors #writingconference

#bookmail! Just received WA Simpson's The Hatter's Daughter, book 3 in Tales from the Riven Isles. Love this series. Not just re-tellings of fairy tales, they're remastered. Interested in learning more about WA? Here's my interview with her: youtu.be/2_3yiKTNdVI #authors #fantasy #fairytales

This is who those MFers want to hurt by cutting Medicaid so billionaires can get bigger tax cuts. It’s pure evil. We need to keep the pressure on & keep protesting.

Santa Rosa, California says #handsoff. 5000 strong. There were people of all ages & it was joyful & peaceful.

This is remarkable. This is the leadership we've been waiting for. Respect! I started listening last night and plugged back in this morning. He is calling out the corruption and hypocrisy. Brilliant. www.youtube.com/watch?v=N5Nf...

The Bay Area Coalition Speaker Series announces Joan Baez and Heather Cox Richardson in conversation on May 8th, 2-3 PM PST. Here's the sign-up link. It's a free virtual event. www.mobilize.us/democracyact...

Cave of Whispers is almost done and the planned launch is September. Welcome to the Kingdom of Sigor, a land of magic, political intrigue and dragons. Sign up for my email list and receive your free copy of the prequel, Daughter of the Dispossessed, now!

I'm participating in an author promo with a great group of other fantasy authors. You can download free books, including my novella, Daughter of the Dispossessed. Enjoy your free reads! books.bookfunnel.com/fantasticrea... #books #fantsy #authors

This is a photo of a final edit of my novella. It’s already been edited many times, but I wanted one last look before publication. See all those yellow stickies? Those are additional edits. If anyone still thinks being an indie author is glamorous, I have some news. #editing #authors #fantasy #books

My latest blog post (lnkd.in/g6BgsMyk) is about Jack London, who I discovered is credited with writing one of the first modern dystopian novels, The Iron Heel. I recently toured his ranch and museum. #jacklondon #authors #writing

His sentiment is also why we write it. #bookwormsat #books #quotes #authors #fantasy

I volunteer for my local Friends of the Library. I thought a picture of a bunch of donated #books might make us all feel better.

Please support local bookstores. The easy, socially responsible alternative is Bookshop.org. Check out their 5 year annual report. $40 million diverted from Amazon and refocused on local, independent bookstores. Local bookstores rule! #books #supportlocal #bookstores

I don’t want to hear “there’s nothing we can do.” Read this amazing thread all the way through & make a plan.

Here’s what’s in my nightstand queue. What’s in yours? #reading #authors #book

My friend & writing colleagues JS Ruff just released their first cozy fantasy. The cover is delicious & I can’t wait to serve it up. #authors #books #cozyfantasy

I host the Women Fantasy Authors YouTube Channel where I interview indie/small press authors. I'm looking for guests for 2025, especially from the BIPOC or GLBTQ+ community. If interested please fill out the guest request form: forms.gle/CqbVE82YXuUE... www.youtube.com/channel/UCXB...

I follow Jane Friedman & she shared an informative chart you can download for free that compares self-publishing versus traditional paths. I'm waiting to hear from a publisher. If they don't accept, I'll self-publish. What about you? #fantasy #authors #publishing janefriedman.com/key-book-pub...

I know we love our #libraries. Here's a list of the best of the west. #books #travel mwg.aaa.com/via/places-v...

Merry Christmas from Santa & his rein…I mean #dragons. I hope yours is merry & bright. (I purchased these last year on Etsy). #santaclaus #Christmas

My kitty is ready for the holidays. I have some baking left to do, but all the gifts are ready to go. #catsofbluesky #cats #christmas

Happy Holidays to everyone (however you celebrate). My friend and writing colleague H.L. Bernabe wrote a wonderful cozy Christmas fantasy story and I wanted to share it with you. We could all use a teddy bear with a heart and a circle of good friends. drive.google.com/file/d/1PJ8D...

Today is Native American Heritage Day (the day after Thanksgiving). I honor the First Nation's people here in the US and around the world. A great resource to learn more: www.nativehope.org/the-native-s...

Hello my fellow booklovers. You might be interested in a post I did several years ago about my experiences as a rare/used book buyer for a local independent bookstore chain. Yes, it was a dream job. #books #authors #bookstores #collectibles jlhenker.com/2021/09/19/t...

A colleague in my women fantasy writer's support group has launched a Kickstarter for her upcoming YA fantasy novel. She writes great stories and if your child loves fantasy they'll be thrilled to receive a copy. Fun, magical, friends adventure! www.kickstarter.com/projects/cat...

Wow, I was one of the early birds.

Our Friends of the Library received a donation of Irish Fairy Tales from 1924. The color plates are stunning. #books #fairytales #Ireland

I can only dream of being this organized. This is amazing. #books #authors #amreading #booksky fantasyhandbook.wordpress.com/2024/09/10/w...

Calling all #booklovers. Here's a past blog post on how to evaluate used/rare books. Do you have any treasures on your shelf? #books #libraries #reading #collectibles #treasure jlhenker.com/2021/12/07/c...

This beautiful leatherette 50th anniversary edition of Lord of the Rings was just donated to our Friends of the Library. I’m very tempted to keep. #books #tolkien #fantasy

I volunteer for our local Friends of the Library & this was tucked in a donated book. It’s a request for details on the poem containing Gertrude Stein’s famous “rose” line. Before the internet, bookstore staff & librarians were our search engines. Support independent bookstores. #books #authors

My latest newsletter contains a free fantasy book promo, an interview with author Robyn Dabney & more! mailchi.mp/f4dfeb72e70d...

I discovered this lovely little #bookstore on a trip out to the coast. It was packed with goodies. Beach & #books, what a great combo.

I've gone from doom scrolling to hope scrolling, and it's delicious. #kamala #savedemocracy #authorsforkamala