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Writer. Little dog owner. (Aspiring) Magnificent and Deeply Kind Weirdo. SFWA and HWA member. Viable Paradise 2022. Portlander. Represented by Joshua Bilmes/JABberwocky. He/Him.
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Caught up to the finale of Top Chef and damn, this was a satisfying batch of competitors. I was very pleased. Kristen Kish brings an empathy and enthusiasm to the show that has really given it a second wind. Excellent comfort tv.

Happy book day to... me! My second novel, WEARING THE LION, is out in the world! Come join the messy found families of monsters and gods!

Considering the long list of things that happened after I posted this last week that I could not have possibly predicted… maybe I need to go on a quest for a wizard to help me master my Oh Fuck Divination powers.

Hey everyone. Rebekah Postupak, a wonderful, amazing, incredible writer, mother, friend, and most recently co-producer of this year’s Nebula Awards needs help and support. She is one of the brightest lights in my sky. Please give what you can and share. gofund.me/736c0678

My new book, THE FOLDED SKY, drops tomorrow! Available wherever you get your books! If you don't see it on the shelf they will order it for you!

I found candy I forgot about in my luggage and while it is ordinary candy, finding it in this moment, in the context of time and space and stresses and exhaustions it is the best candy. Top 10 forgotten candy experience. I wish this for all of you.

I went directly from working my day job to Kansas City where I dove right into the deep end prepping the Nebulas, then back to work last Monday through to last Thursday after which I helped setup 4th Street, got home last night and back to my day job at 8 AM today. Do not recommend. I am wrecked.

4th Street is a magical happy place with some of my favorite people. I am so pleased I got to be a part of it this year, helping the con where I could, and being on panel stage beside my heroes and mentors. If you haven’t attended before, I strongly recommend a trip to Minneapolis next year.

Jordan Shiveley: submitted for the approval of the midnight society, i call this the tale of ARE YOU READY FOR THE SEX GIRLS? Shiveley: THE HOT HOT LEAN HOT BIG HOT GIRLS? Shiveley: OPERATORS ARE STANDING BY Shiveley: MADE FRESH FOR YOUR ORDER Shiveley: TEETH TEETH BLOOD TEETH TEETH TEETH V O I D

Happy Father’s Day to all who celebrate

It’s chillier than expected and I packed too light for it so I hit a store in Minneapolis for a sweatshirt. Had to get this one on clearance 😂 Also, hanging out with a chill dog. Like you do.

If you want some pop punk therapy this morning, I recommend the new release by PUP, Who Will Look After the Dogs? It’s a little irascible and a little vulnerable. Like a good joke in your counseling appointment.

I strongly suggest you read this story by my friend and brilliant person, VH Chen. There’s a misogynist getting what he deserves and a bopping soundtrack: www.nightmare-magazine.com?p=22567

I am not a superstitious person but there are a number calamities and unfortunate twists of luck surrounding me and Friday the 13th is looming. It’s all making me just a little bit (🤏) stitious.

Controversial opinion: Editors/agents/studios do not have to read your whole story/script to know they don't want it. You want your thing read. But *they* want to be blown away. It does not take that long to know you aren't blown away. (My goal in writing is to FORCE people to keep reading. 😈)

It just seems fundamentally *wrong* to be in a world where JK Rowling is alive and Brian Wilson isn't.

The maestro has passed - the man was a open heart with two legs - with an ear that heard the angels. Quite literally. Love and Mercy for you and yours tonight . RIP Brian. nytimes.com/2025/06/11/a... Brian wrote down the lyrics of love and mercy for me -

I was dismissive of Brian Wilson and the Beach Boys before I opened my mind and listened to people that loved their work. I have an affection and admiration for Wilson now and I am sad he’s gone. If someone loves a thing you think is silly, try it out. You might find a new thing to love too.

Nebula peeps! Please test and care for those around you.

This book and anything by @lauracranehill.bsky.social really need to be on your Read Immediately list. Laura is a genius and this book is going to rock your world.

3...2...1... Let's jam.

Such a weird feeling, witnessing all these horrors but knowing you still need to make art, pay rent, go grocery shopping…

One week and one day until this bad girl drops! *Deep time archeology *Pirates *your toxic ex shows up at your big break new job *Take your angry teenaged daughter to work (at the edge of the universe) *STEM lesbians in space! And your wife is an alien badass books2read.com/b/mBB0QZ?edi...

FUCK IT MY NEBULA AWARD WINNING QUEER LI'L MG FANTASY NOVEL IS ON SALE FOR 99C FOR THE REST OF THE MONTH books2read.com/u/b6J2E0 AND ON ITCH vriccithode.itch.io/the-young-ne...

So hype for @thesuiway and THE DRAGONFLY GAMBIT! If you haven’t read it yet, use code NEBULAS2025 to pick it up for $1.99 until the end of the month. www.neonhemlock.com/ebooks/drago...

Of course I dress up for special occasions

And don't forget: Today's the BIG DAY! 🎉🎉 Our 60th Anniversary Nebula Awards Ceremony starts at 8 PM CT. Join Toastmaster Erin Roberts to celebrate another thrilling year in SFF. Set your YouTube reminders now! #Nebulas2025 www.youtube.com/watch?v=33h7... @nirele.bsky.social

Nebula lovers! We know your luggage is already bursting with BOOKS, so leave the swag to us! For #nebulas2025, use promo code NebulasCon2025 at store.sfwa.org until 11:59 PM PDT on Monday, June 9, for 20% off all store products! Let's keep this SFWA party going!

To everyone joining us this weekend at SFWA's 60th Anniversary Nebula Awards Conference: WELCOME. We're so thrilled to see you out. Book bags are prepped! Panelists are rolling in! Airship Nebula is gearing up for launch! Let's get this party started! 🎉🎉🎉 events.sfwa.org