Important PSA: I hope you never see other artists as competition. Please take their success as proof that you can also succeed here.

Just for those who may be a little confused: “Pro-life” would be 20 Sandy Hook students being college sophomores this year.

Never doubt the comforting power of creativity. We had two Brown students in our home for a while last night until their parents could get them. They played guitar and read Calvin and Hobbes. I know how upset they were, and it was also amazing to see how centering creativity can be. Also, F the nra.

The area around Brown University -- which is also where I grew up and now live -- is quaint and picturesque. A postcard version of a New England college town. But I never thought "this can't happen here." Because there is nowhere in the U.S. where this can't happen.

multiple helicopters, sound of sirens, shooter still at large, but blocks away, the theater is still open for tonight’s philharmonic.

F****Ck

99% percentage of literary culture is a gift economy and some other percentage of the people who want in will never give gifts nor deserve any of their own.

Do you know what they can never take from us? Cooking a delicious dinner while listening to a record.

You will be visited by three spirits.

New document states that Europe faces the erasure of European civilization. I‘d say I’m not sure how this administration can get any more racist, but I’m sure they will find a way.

In keeping with the bounty of Godzilla, I often find peace in this statement.

Remember your favorite creator possibly might be struggling with imposter syndrome and doubt and this timeline sucks.. so if you find yourself thinking “wow I really relate to this persons work” or that persons work gives you joy, you should probably tell them. It’s a hard time to be a creative.

I only know @camilleuadams.bsky.social through social media, but she has to be one of the kindest people I've "met." She's also a fabulous writer, and I am so looking forward to reading this book. Congrats Dr. Adams!!!

F*ck ice and this entire administration.

Can’t believe the whole country has to suffer through the return of Dickensian childhood diseases because the worst, most ignorant attention-demanders decided other people’s expertise makes them feel bad

The Muffs popped up on one of my playlists and dang! I forgot how punk this song was! Also made me think of @lizprato.bsky.social.

"...crouching before the blue god of short flames in his black metal cave, winking at me like a dozen butterfly wings, sucking moisture from my lips in return for brief comfort." Read my latest CNF in @cowboyjamboree.bsky.social www.cowboyjamboreemagazine.com/dressing-in-...

I missed this piece in @splitlipthemag.bsky.social back in May. @cindyhouse.bsky.social is one of my favorite writers and this a great example of why. She manages to evoke sadness, hilarity, and anger in under 1,000 words.

Not saying that democrats are any great shakes, but this republican administration literally went to court so they would not have to feed hungry children. In the richest country on earth.

Heading to the garden shop to buy a pitchfork. Anyone else need one?

"I watch the EMTs strap my daughter to a stretcher. She tells me she loves me; I tell her I love her, too. I brush her dimpled hand in parting, hoping it never loses that babylike softness." Y'all! This piece by @mooninabucket.bsky.social is brilliant and heartbreaking.

Amazon is helping fund a $300 million build of a ballroom for the White House. Independent bookstores are donating to food banks and organizations that help with food insecurity. They are not the same.

And remember, if you see someone stealing food, no you didn't.

I've done this and got to read a fabulous book AND learned a lot about writing reviews. Highly recommended!

Writers! This is a great opportunity to engage with the community, read cool stuff, and learn so much more about your own writing. For the record, I’m not associated with @splitlippress.com but love being a reader.

This is a great list for food donation ideas.

spotted in Seattle.

Has anyone else seen the White House website lately? It’s like Saturday night live, the onion, and George Orwell got together to make a parody.

Love sending out CNF acceptances for @reckonreview.bsky.social! Got to read two stunning pieces of writing last night. Best volunteer gig ever :)

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I can’t believe I’m watching interviews of city mayors talking about how they are coordinating with other mayors to discuss how to protect their residents FROM THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES I know we are “used to it” but it is absolutely insane

“It was great seeing you. We need to keep in touch. Here are some pictures and videos from the funeral.” Love the dark humor in this piece from Katrina Ralbag.

This Should go swimmingly.

People of Illinois, we need your help. Get your cell phones out – record what you see. Put it on social media. Peacefully ask for badge numbers and identification. Speak up for your neighbors. We need to let the world know this is happening – and that we won’t stand for it.

Did I miss another rapture?

SO proud to be part of @reckonreview.bsky.social with this CNF #FlashFiction piece, which I wrote as part of @smokelong.bsky.social Fitness. It begins: "Maybe parallel universe me was born without a cleft palate. Maybe her philtrum is intact..." Read more: reckonreview.com/maybe-parall...

This made me smile. Hopefully it will make you smile, too.

There are worse ways to end the day than a bike ride to the bay.

so tired of watching rich people break everything beautiful

Yes, and I've found that Korean zombie shows do a pretty good job of this. All of Us are Dead is a nice example. It's a bit campy at first, but grows on you (at least it did for me).

Raising property tax on one & two-family homes, lowering taxes on developer properties, increasing the cost of parking tix, adding an additional tax to entertainment tickets (high-school & college sports, theater, music venues)... these local "progressive" legislators sure do like their reaganomics.

Curious about what people think, here. Not about bluesky "dying," but about how to connect and build an online community.

13 days till my book comes out, please please please please buy a copy, I will never ask you for anything ever again, except maybe if I ever write anything again which I promise I won’t a.co/d/4Zcm0Ip

"I believe in ROMO: Relief Of Missing Out. I believe in dining alone at bars in French restaurants where I can only afford a six ounce House Red and Bread Service." New CNF from Grace Ann Elinski over @reckonreview.bsky.social. Also, ROMO might be my new catchphrase.

The pettiness of this article is absolute perfection, especially if you're a cooking/coffee/kitchen nerd.

Choose 20 MONSTERS you have loved from childhood. One MONSTER per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, just MONSTERS. Day 2 (or maybe day 4? I did Day 1 three days ago.) Also, not necessarily from childhood.

“O.G. punk, while equally free of trigger warnings, is constructive and caring.”