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As an author, literacy advocate, parent, citizen & former Writer-in-Residence for @cincylibrary.bsky.social, I'm sick over the proposed state budget that ELIMINATES our Public Library Fund. Libraries need our help, fast. Here's what you can do: chpl.org/blogs/post/d... #booksky #dontcutmylibrary

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ALA is deeply concerned by reports that IMLS is sending notices to libraries claiming to cancel grants that are required by law. This harmful action will disrupt libraries' ability to serve their communities. Tell Congress to protect library funding: bit.ly/CallCongressForLibraries #ForOurLibraries

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Happy #pubday to my sweet friend @aimiekrunyan.bsky.social and her latest, THE WANDERING SEASON! If this luscious book isn't the perfect April read, I don't know what is. ❤️

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In writing for university publications for 20 years, I've spoken regularly with researchers creating new technologies and businesses and saving lives to a degree most people are completely unaware. It kills me to see all of this being dismantled with such little awareness or resistance.

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My daughter is in 5th grade & invited me to speak at their Career Day this week. The kids asked great Qs about being a writer until a boy raised his hand & pointed at one of my book covers. "Is that you??" "Nope," I said, holding it up, turning. "Does it look like it?" EVERY kid shouted YES. 😂

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My latest #writing newsletter about adding suspense, plus an unexpected email and a dorky/sexy poem. And TONS of resources fr @goodstory.bsky.social, @newpages.bsky.social, @jessicastrawser.bsky.social, @write-mentor.bsky.social & more! evalangston.substack.com/p/add-suspen... #writingcommunity

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As an editor, I specialize in helping the #writingcommunity get submission-ready—& next month I'm teaching a virtual #WFWA workshop about one of the trickiest elements: The synopsis. Registration opens today, with a chance to get feedback on your own work! wfwa.memberclicks.net/mastering-th...

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Join us in wishing a very #happybirthday to one of our own! @paulamunier.bsky.social, the OG agent + writer + mentor extraordinaire.

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Many folks on this list are also now included in the @peculiarbookclub.bsky.social bookshop! #authors #books #nonfiction 🧪📚🗃️ bookshop.org/shop/peculia... go.bsky.app/PSeZJPm

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Happy birthday to a most legendary lady: @paulamunier.bsky.social, my talented friend, writerly big sis, @careerauthors.com partner, Boston walking tour guide, bonus agent guru, kindred spirit in nature + books, mistress of the martini, all-around amazing human. Have the beautiful day you deserve! ❤️

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#BookSky, @chrisbohjalian.bsky.social is one of the best in the business, & THE JACKAL'S MISTRESS is going straight to the top of my #tbr pile. If he's coming your way on tour, don't miss the chance to see him + get your copy signed! #writingcommunity

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Hey #writingcommunity, did you know we post new #writingprompt inspo every Friday? Here's today's. #amwriting careerauthors.com/writing-prom...

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As a writer, my biggest learning has been in being more intentional about structuring my novels—so what a treat to field these Qs w/@estelleserasmus.bsky.social about the process behind CATCH YOU LATER! Easy to see why her podcast is a #writingcommunity favorite: estelleserasmus.com/129-intentio...

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Who doesn't love a good sports metaphor? We're ready to play ball today with this inspiring guest post from Book Architecture founder & author Stuart Horwitz, about what all of us in the #writingcommunity can learn from the positive energy of Spring Training. careerauthors.com/writing-less...

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This is honestly one of my favorite weekends of the year. My @careerauthors.com colleagues are dear friends, & it's special to us all to devote a weekend to helping emerging writers with their work. If you're looking to treat yourself to a gorgeous #writingcommunity retreat, I hope you'll join us!

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Excited to write for Career Authors. So many good ideas and tips there if you are looking for inspiration and insight to fuel your writing.

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I love a good writing retreat, and this one is! I attended last year and loved everything from the sessions and the intimate conversations with authors, to the Endicott House and the delicious chef-prepared meals. You can bet I’ve already registered for this year’s retreat! I highly recommend it.

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We're kicking off the week with a great guest post from @pollycampbell.bsky.social full of practical, thoughtful ideas to help you push past the discomfort of so-called "writer's block." #writingcommunity #writingtips careerauthors.com/the-real-cul...

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Hard to know what news you can trust these days, but this comes from the man who quite literally wrote the book on TB.

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Wonderful conversation. Fun & inspiring to hear the backstory of a fave writer’s process. #writing

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Save the date: Our annual retreat at MIT Endicott House has info-packed workshops + individualized feedback on your writing from @hankphillippiryan.bsky.social @paulamunier.bsky.social @andrews-wilson.com @jessicastrawser.bsky.social & Dana Isaacson! Learn more: mitendicotthouse.org/events/write...

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This is honestly one of my favorite weekends of the year. My @careerauthors.com colleagues are dear friends, & it's special to us all to devote a weekend to helping emerging writers with their work. If you're looking to treat yourself to a gorgeous #writingcommunity retreat, I hope you'll join us!

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SO excited for you, @mlcullen.bsky.social! (And you too, @paulamunier.bsky.social.) We knew you when!

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Such an informative conversation if you thinking about the writing gig. #WritingCommunity #writing #author

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So grateful for this chance to chat w/ @pollycampbell.bsky.social on the fab SIMPLY WRITE podcast! All about crafting multiple POVs, making more time for #writing & much more, #writingcommunity. You can listen on Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/4rNb... Apple: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/b...

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Don't you just love a good infographic? @careerauthors.com #writingcommunity #writingtips #writersky

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Happy International Day of Women in Science. The National Science Foundation’s list of flagged words includes both “Women” and “Female.”

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A good time to keep cats indoors, folks. Here in Cincinnati, neighborhood message boards are being flooded with reports of dead geese in parks, ponds, parking lots, all over.

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"Finally, Axl, I think we might have had a misunderstanding regarding my previous notes. When I wrote in colored pencil 'Where do we go now?' I wasn’t offering that as a lyric. I was simply observing that, in narrative terms, the song needed to progress in some way."

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A new day, a new game of "Which male in my house does this product belong to: The 13-year-old or the 48-year-old?" Honestly not sure I want to know this time...

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Quick reminder that if you see a headline from a source you’ve never heard of that isn’t being reported by anyone else, you really should do some due diligence before spreading it around as fact. There’s enough misinformation floating around already; no need to add more.

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#writingcommunity: Did you know we offer a new visual #writingprompt every Friday? Here's today's: careerauthors.com/writing-prom... #amwriting

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Wintering for writers @careerauthors.com #winter #writing #wintering #writingtips careerauthors.com/5-ways-to-wi...

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The magic of fiction, today on Career Authors #writingtips careerauthors.com/creating-ill...

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A massive thread of resources, history, information, and material to help you not only fight and understand book censorship but protect the incredible democratic institutions of public libraries and public education. This is updated regularly!

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When I was 25 I was sad I had not written The Great American Novel. At 55, I realize there's no Great American Novel, there are merely the stories I'm the best person to tell. Don't worry about how others see greatness. Work on being the best version of who you are and what you can do in the world.

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Reading the most immersive stories can feel like magic. So what's the secret to #writing them? @jessicastrawser.bsky.social pulls back the curtain + shares brilliant insights from masters of the craft, from David Sedaris to Mark Twain to @harlancoben.bsky.social. careerauthors.com/creating-ill...

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Apparently OpenAI wasn’t trained on irony

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Creativity has seasons, too. Editor & bestselling novelist @jessicastrawser.bsky.social offers 5 ideas for how to stock up on inspiration, hunker down, get cozy, & embrace the spirit of winter to insulate your #writing life from harsh climates. careerauthors.com/5-ways-to-wi... #writingcommunity

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The older I get, the more I find myself leaning into the natural rhythm of things. Are you like this, too? This week on @careerauthors.com, I'm talking about what winter can mean for a writer—or for any type of creative soul, really. #writingcommunity #writingtips careerauthors.com/5-ways-to-wi...

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