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Thinker of thoughts, writer of dreams. Gamer, teacher, author, just trying to make it through life...it takes a certain type of insanity to do what I do. |She/her | sbakelar.com | https://linktr.ee/starconspirator

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08.03.2026 02:10 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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three circles with the words books not bombs solar not subs and healthcare not harm on them ALT: three circles with the words books not bombs solar not subs and healthcare not harm on them

Stepping out today to #protest the #war.

07.03.2026 20:46 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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FALLEN
https://books2read.com/BHP-FALLEN

Damage. Consequence. Transformation.
This is not a book about salvation. It is about what remains after grace is stripped bare.

#HORROR #SUPERNATURAL #DARKFANTASY #readingcommunity #bookskyπŸŒŽπŸ“šπŸ’™ #bookbloggers #bookblast #bookpromo #tbrpile #blackharepress

07.03.2026 20:01 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Patients say measles 'worse than expected' as Utah hits 350+ infections, doctors say Health officials plead with residents to vaccinate against measles as Utah hits 358 infections.

I will never get over how the result of going through a global pandemic that killed over 7 million people, including 1.2 million Americansβ€”and where we swiftly created an effective vaccine for itβ€”was massive growth in anti-vax sentiment, the rise of RFK Jr., and the return of fucking measles.

07.03.2026 17:00 πŸ‘ 1211 πŸ” 398 πŸ’¬ 42 πŸ“Œ 25
β€œAn’ she did entrust me with keeping an eye on the conductor.”

β€œAh yes.” Ruth looked down at her tablet. β€œMiryam had mentioned she regrets that specific decision. She has also mentioned that you are not to escort the conductor and kaelin alone without an escort of your own.”

β€œWhat? The hell kinda sense does that make?” Reuben protested. β€œIs it because of that one time I set fire to the food hall?”

Wasn’t he a water dragon? In a city made of white marble, a notoriously non-flammable substance?

β€œAn’ she did entrust me with keeping an eye on the conductor.” β€œAh yes.” Ruth looked down at her tablet. β€œMiryam had mentioned she regrets that specific decision. She has also mentioned that you are not to escort the conductor and kaelin alone without an escort of your own.” β€œWhat? The hell kinda sense does that make?” Reuben protested. β€œIs it because of that one time I set fire to the food hall?” Wasn’t he a water dragon? In a city made of white marble, a notoriously non-flammable substance?

β€œAin’t that much different than keepin’ Sanctuary a secret,” Reuben whined. β€œWhat’re y’all so afraid of, anyway? No offense to His Radiance, but does he look like the type of guy to be thinkin’ trouble’s a fine idea?”

All eyes turned to Mick, who pinned back his ears and sank further into the now-soapy water.

β€œYou may have a point,” Ruth said as she turned her head to Reuben.

Oh, wow.

β€œAin’t that much different than keepin’ Sanctuary a secret,” Reuben whined. β€œWhat’re y’all so afraid of, anyway? No offense to His Radiance, but does he look like the type of guy to be thinkin’ trouble’s a fine idea?” All eyes turned to Mick, who pinned back his ears and sank further into the now-soapy water. β€œYou may have a point,” Ruth said as she turned her head to Reuben. Oh, wow.

Two things I like about this chapter:
1. It's a lighter chapter than we've had lately, which means more banter and humor, which means it's *fun*.
2. Reuben.

Two snips for funsies, before I leave for the day:

07.03.2026 15:52 πŸ‘ 12 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0

I like Reuben, I think he's fabulous. And so talented, setting fire to a marble food hall.

07.03.2026 17:21 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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I have a new book publishing in a couple months, so we’re due for a reintroduction!

Get to know me below, read Book 1 in my dark fantasy/horror series, The Monsters Among Us, and make sure to preorder Book 2, IN THE WAKE OF GODS, out May 5th!

07.03.2026 16:11 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I loved this book and enjoyed all of Kate Orman's Dr. Who stories.

07.03.2026 16:55 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
The Cover reads Doctor WHO Adventures, The Left-Handed Hummingbird by Kate Orman. It shows the seventh Doctor (Sylvester McCoy) kneeling awkwardly to an Aztec god.

The Cover reads Doctor WHO Adventures, The Left-Handed Hummingbird by Kate Orman. It shows the seventh Doctor (Sylvester McCoy) kneeling awkwardly to an Aztec god.

30 day books-by-women challenge! Choose 30 books, one per day, no particular order, that you’ve read that were written by women. #BookSky #BookChallenge #ReadingWomen #30DaysBooksByWomen

I will find 30 women I've read without repeating any authors.

21. Left-Handed Hummingbird by Kate Orman

07.03.2026 16:55 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Tanker war - Wikipedia

Iraq-Iran war 1981-88 and the Tanker War in the Gulf.

07.03.2026 16:47 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

#WIPSnips | Massive
But going with a synonym

"They topped a rise and looked down into what appeared to be the trough between two gigantic waves, all of it frozen as black rock. At the far end of the rock the red-orange blood of the planet appeared."

#Dragon #SciFantasy #WriteSky #WritingCommunity

07.03.2026 13:34 πŸ‘ 22 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
An image of a DVD case with a bearded man. The movie's title is Serpico, the actor is Al Pacino

An image of a DVD case with a bearded man. The movie's title is Serpico, the actor is Al Pacino

I wasn't sure I'd even seen any of the movies from the year I was born, but I have.

07.03.2026 13:04 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Stop right now and write it down.

07.03.2026 04:06 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
The Boys Season 5 left me breathless…
The Boys Season 5 left me breathless… YouTube video by Misha Collins

Insert evil chuckle.
youtu.be/K1gCzYcYlqs?...
#TheBoys

07.03.2026 01:40 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I think Caragh did an excellent job on this one. When I first commissioned it, they warned me they sucked at people. "Um, no, no you don't."

07.03.2026 01:28 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Is it Friday? Goodness! For the day job, March is incredibly busy and I feel like it flies by. Before I know it, it'll be April.

Up to 51K words in A Dragon for Darius and starting to draft book 4 of my Lady Warrior Saga. The non-spoilery working title is going to end up something dull like LWS4.

07.03.2026 01:26 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

This is my favorite painting of my Lady Warrior, D'Mique. It's by Caragh Arfield, whom you can find here: daraxt.artstation.com

The baby is T'Pani, the two soldiers with long ears are (L-R) Tekalo and Trillip. They are facing the Nura Ordvyn and his army.

#AwesomeCharacters #Art #Fantasy #WriteSky

07.03.2026 01:15 πŸ‘ 10 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Jevin Darke: Transgender Fluteblade Assassin, Episode 1: Duet of Death by Joanna Masters Jevin was hired to shame the man in concert and then end his life. Should be a simple job. Should.

Looking for something AWESOME to read this weekend?

I have a suggestion.

07.03.2026 00:06 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Addison was interrupted from pursuing the dark thought by a hand on his shoulder, bringing him back to the rattling, rhythmically swaying carriage.

WIP: Killer on the Kelvin Explorer

#WIPsnips #WriteSky #WritingCommunity
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06.03.2026 19:17 πŸ‘ 11 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

#WIPSnips

A bit of action for today.

#WriteSky #WritingCommunity

06.03.2026 22:37 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

#WIPSnips | Pursue
From the #Dragon novel:

"As the hours passed, there were no signs of the Priests who pursued them."

#WriteSky #WritingCommunity

07.03.2026 00:56 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

This is your economy on Democrats. This is your economy on Republicans. Any questions?

06.03.2026 14:17 πŸ‘ 79 πŸ” 29 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 1
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The nation’s dogs celebrate Kristi Noem getting fired.

05.03.2026 22:03 πŸ‘ 4160 πŸ” 805 πŸ’¬ 149 πŸ“Œ 69
WE KEP SIGNG
 VOIGES THAT GAMNOT
 Π½Π†!||||
 A fundraising concert for
 Wasatch Immigration
 Project & Community
 Aid Network Minnesota
 Featuring a large ensemble of
 local singers, through some of
 opera's most powerful music, we
 stand in solidarity with those who
 live in fear while also nurturing
 resilience, community, and hope.
 SUNDAY,
 MARCH 8,
 2026
 5PM
 FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
 12 C STREET
 SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH

WE KEP SIGNG VOIGES THAT GAMNOT Π½Π†!|||| A fundraising concert for Wasatch Immigration Project & Community Aid Network Minnesota Featuring a large ensemble of local singers, through some of opera's most powerful music, we stand in solidarity with those who live in fear while also nurturing resilience, community, and hope. SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 2026 5PM FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 12 C STREET SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH

06.03.2026 14:40 πŸ‘ 21 πŸ” 12 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

I saw this first thing on my feed, and all I could think of was this:
youtu.be/Yio9_-5TMew?...

06.03.2026 13:45 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

If you're looking for dark fantasy with

*warring Mage Houses
*monstrous god-kings from another realm
*queer disasters not exactly eating each other alive
*traumatised siblings and dysfunctional family
*bringing back the dead
*people making terrible life choices

then son I have you covered

05.03.2026 15:49 πŸ‘ 20 πŸ” 15 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Finally getting around to this today! This #WIPSnips is from Proof Heraldic, my second Raven & Bear story (which is on youtube for free, so give it a listen). If you're a fan of post-apocalyptic media or Welsh myth and history you'll love it!

Replies Welcome!
#Raven+Bear #WriteSky #WritingCommunity

05.03.2026 21:44 πŸ‘ 15 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I prefer happy endings, but sometimes they aren't meant to be. Writing and reading.

06.03.2026 03:52 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
International Women's Day by Niranjan and 32 others International Women's Day: 32 items for $32.00

My book The Assassins Raven is in this International Women's Day bundle. 32 books for $32.
Showing off strong women authors creating strong women characters.

Below is the link:

itch.io/b/3556/inter...

04.03.2026 22:56 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHH

05.03.2026 03:56 πŸ‘ 31 πŸ” 6 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1