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Another colour from the vintage set a friend got me as a gift: Plucky purple! In contrast to my usual sci-fi neon, this is a more somber shade of eyeshadow — but I love this one too!

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Another colour from the vintage set a friend got me as a gift: Plucky purple! In contrast to my usual sci-fi neon, this is a more somber shade of eyeshadow — but I love this one too!

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Polls are closed and voter turnout in the German election today is reportedly 84%. Despite all the worrying things going on, it’s at least good to see the people of Germany are alert and motivated.

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Those that hate you will convince those apathetic to you that your existence is a problem. 😡 If you argue, then you’re causing even more of a problem. 😶 If you ignore it, you look like you’re agreeing with them. There’s no way to be a “good” minority. This game is not designed for us to win.

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Polls are closed and voter turnout in the German election today is reportedly 84%. Despite all the worrying things going on, it’s at least good to see the people of Germany are alert and motivated.

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Those that hate you will convince those apathetic to you that your existence is a problem. 😡 If you argue, then you’re causing even more of a problem. 😶 If you ignore it, you look like you’re agreeing with them. There’s no way to be a “good” minority. This game is not designed for us to win.

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Happy #LGBTQ History Month! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ My doctorate involved a great deal of queer history – which I then used for PROUD PINK SKY. The novel includes an entire alternate timeline leading up to the creation of the world's first gay state. I love history, and this was really fun to create! #booksky

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Final day of the @bywaterbooks.bsky.social and Amble Press sale! Use LOVE25 at check out for 25% off on all (except pre-orders or gift cards)! bywaterbooks.com #WeAreAllStories #LGBTQSky #QueerSky #BookSky #SapphicSky #Sale

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Today I tried using a retro palette a friend gave me. I don't usually go for green but I'm kind of won over by the earth tone look...

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Today I tried using a retro palette a friend gave me. I don't usually go for green but I'm kind of won over by the earth tone look...

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There are just 2 bursary places left now and we don't want anyone to miss out! Please repost! (Also, a huge thank you to everyone who booked full price and left these for those who truly need them. You're all genuinely amazing 👏)

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I wish people who “aren’t into politics” weren’t so weirdly insistent on sharing their political opinions…

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If you want insight into what's currently happening with the world, I recommend reading The Authoritarians by the late Dr. Bob Altemeyer (1940-2024). Altemeyer spent 40 years researching the personalities and psychology of authoritarians, and the book is available for free: theauthoritarians.org

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If you want insight into what's currently happening with the world, I recommend reading The Authoritarians by the late Dr. Bob Altemeyer (1940-2024). Altemeyer spent 40 years researching the personalities and psychology of authoritarians, and the book is available for free: theauthoritarians.org

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"As a queer person not much younger than Barr (who also grew up on council estates), there was so much in this book that was both horrifying and familiar..." Check out my mini-review of @damianbarr.bsky.social's heart-wrenching memoir over on Goodreads! 🏳️‍🌈 www.goodreads.com/review/show/...

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"As a queer person not much younger than Barr (who also grew up on council estates), there was so much in this book that was both horrifying and familiar..." Check out my mini-review of @damianbarr.bsky.social's heart-wrenching memoir over on Goodreads! 🏳️‍🌈 www.goodreads.com/review/show/...

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"We are the same, Dear Leader. I realize that now. We’re both doomed, you and I." Check out my story 'Dear Leader' – out today in Nature! 'Dear Leader' explores the darker side of anti-ageing technology, and how immortality can become the ultimate punishment... www.nature.com/articles/d41...

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An old friend of mine has been visiting from DC, and her birthday was marked by a beautiful snowfall... (Just ignore the fact that I'm wearing a light jacket and pretending not to freeze...)

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I enjoyed speaking on this panel last night. I wasn't entirely sure what to expect, but it turned into three angry queers in their 50s talking about the need to oppose resurgent fascism, defend trans people, and learn from LGBTQ+ movements outside Europe and North America

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It's very good! Extra recommended for fans of The Dispossessed.

submitted 12 days ago • 1 comment

Proud Pink Sky sounds amazing. Definitely on my "to buy" list You should out it on yours too

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Alone in this prison cell, he thinks about his long-dead family. His family, and his leader. The man who put him here and who gifted him the curse that will haunt him forever. A folly of youth from which there is no escape. #scifi by @redfernjon.bsky.social www.nature.com/articles/d41...

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Celebrating my story coming out today, with a more natural eyeshadow look overlaid with sparkling gold!

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Drawing myself over and over (for a comic) except in the drawing my hip doesn't hurt

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Celebrating my story coming out today, with a more natural eyeshadow look overlaid with sparkling gold!

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"We are the same, Dear Leader. I realize that now. We’re both doomed, you and I." Check out my story 'Dear Leader' – out today in Nature! 'Dear Leader' explores the darker side of anti-ageing technology, and how immortality can become the ultimate punishment... www.nature.com/articles/d41...

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Good morning to new followers 👋 We've got a few starter packs you might find useful. Here's 150 writers from Europe or in Europe or dreaming of Europe. You can follow them all with one click go.bsky.app/73irajm

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Happy #LGBTQ History Month! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ My doctorate involved a great deal of queer history – which I then used for PROUD PINK SKY. The novel includes an entire alternate timeline leading up to the creation of the world's first gay state. I love history, and this was really fun to create! #booksky

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"Well, the world certainly got worse since my last post, but then again that’s been true of every post I’ve ever made..." Check out my latest update, where I talk ambitopia, reviews, and my upcoming short story in Nature! www.redjon.com/news/2025/2/...

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Have you ever bought a second-hand book just because you liked the cover? Here’s the latest addition to the growing stack on my bedroom floor…

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It’s a beautiful winter day — the sky is blue and so is my eyeshadow! I hope you’re having a lovely weekend! (Or, considering the state of the world, a moment of calm among all the horror…) 💙🩵💙

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It’s a beautiful winter day — the sky is blue and so is my eyeshadow! I hope you’re having a lovely weekend! (Or, considering the state of the world, a moment of calm among all the horror…) 💙🩵💙

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