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Mandy S Knight is Querying! @mandysknight.bsky.social · 4d

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Mandy S Knight is Querying! @mandysknight.bsky.social · 4d

Yeah, right? Sometimes it just doesn't work the way it should.

I knew it was weak when I wrote it, made it stronger with an edit, and then had some Alpha readers make some really good points that made me revisit it again.

Managed to salvage half the chapter, but the next one needs work, too 🙈

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Mandy S Knight is Querying! @mandysknight.bsky.social · 4d

I've had to do it a few times, and it sucks every time. I managed to salvage the back half of the chapter, though, and reworked it so it fit with the new first half! But damn, tossing the whole chapter sucked so much.

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Mandy S Knight is Querying! @mandysknight.bsky.social · 4d

That moment when you scrap an entire chapter because it needs an overhaul, and you'd rather start from scratch than try to fix what's already there.

#Writersky #AmWriting

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Mandy S Knight is Querying! @mandysknight.bsky.social · 10d

The last week has been a RIDE in this author journey.

Got my first query rejection for my full length novel.

But! Had TWO short stories accepted into upcoming anthologies!

Also, got married, but I guess that has nothing to do with writing 😅

#Writersky #Authors

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Mandy S Knight is Querying! @mandysknight.bsky.social · 10d

Have fun!! Say hi to Tommy at the @norncon.bsky.social for me!

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Mandy S Knight is Querying! @mandysknight.bsky.social · 10d

So excited to be involved in this new science fiction and fantasy convention coming to Belfast in May!!

Norncon sff convention, Belfast @norncon.bsky.social · 10d

It’s official! We decided to have a small convention next 8-9 May.

We have the terrific @annasmithspark.bsky.social and Adrian Tchaikovsky as our guests of honor. You can find out more on our website norncon.org

We’d love it if you could join us! And if you’re at Octocon today say hi to Tommy!

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Norncon sff convention, Belfast @norncon.bsky.social · 10d

It’s official! We decided to have a small convention next 8-9 May.

We have the terrific @annasmithspark.bsky.social and Adrian Tchaikovsky as our guests of honor. You can find out more on our website norncon.org

We’d love it if you could join us! And if you’re at Octocon today say hi to Tommy!

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Mandy S Knight is Querying! @mandysknight.bsky.social · Sep 18

Implementing some beta feedback, then it's time to submit this short story!!

#Writersky #Booksky #AmWriting

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Mandy S Knight is Querying! @mandysknight.bsky.social · Sep 14

Book one edits will be on hold until after I get back from Cyprus because I think they'll be too tricky to do on my tablet.

But!! That means if I have any time and inspiration while we're away, I might start book 2! 😬✨🥳

Mandy S Knight is Querying! @mandysknight.bsky.social · Sep 14

Been thinking about what I'm writing with all these big things coming up, and *how* I'm writing, and think I have a plan.

Finish this short story with any feedback I get back from the folks reading it.

#Writersky #Authors #AmWriting #Booksky

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Author Ash Hester (Mash) @mashashy.bsky.social · Sep 13

It's #SelfPromoSaturday and I'd like to invite you on an adventure.

Lend me your reading-balls and allow me to introduce you to the world of Alamantra in The Light of Miera. This queer, epic story is packed to the brim with action, drama, and romance.

Get your copy today!
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the light of miera book covers on kindle

the light of miera book covers and 5-star review quotes

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Mandy S Knight is Querying! @mandysknight.bsky.social · Sep 13

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Mandy S Knight is Querying! @mandysknight.bsky.social · Sep 13

Isn't it the best? So many feels!

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Mandy S Knight is Querying! @mandysknight.bsky.social · Sep 12

Introduced my mum and my fiance to A Knight's Tale tonight, and 10/10 would recommend. Never seen two people so gripped by a 24 year old movie ever.

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Mandy S Knight is Querying! @mandysknight.bsky.social · Sep 11

So honoured to be part of this press!!

Treat Your Geek @treatyourgeek.bsky.social · Sep 11

TYG are proud to present the incredible works of our authors. Featuring our popular epic fantasy series #TheLightOfMiera by @mashashy.bsky.social and our short story anthology, An Adventurer's Guide also featuring @dcbradshaw.com @mandysknight.bsky.social @geej.bsky.social @bawilcox.bsky.social

Four book covers with OUT NOW text over a faded fantasy background

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Mandy S Knight is Querying! @mandysknight.bsky.social · Sep 5

I finished the first draft of my next short story today!

It might be my favourite one yet. It was SO much fun to write, and I hope it's just as fun to read!

#Writersky #AmWriting

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Author Ash Hester (Mash) @mashashy.bsky.social · Aug 30

The first review is in!

Thank you everyone for supporting the launch of A Guard's Request. Let me know who your favourite character is!

www.goodreads.com/book/show/23...

#GoodReads #EpicFantasy #BookSky

A Guard's Request (The Light Of Miera Book 2)

Poisoned mana continues to corrupt the Manastream. Al…

www.goodreads.com

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Mandy S Knight is Querying! @mandysknight.bsky.social · Aug 28

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DC!!! 🎉🥳

DC Bradshaw ✍️ Little but Fierce @dcbradshaw.com · Aug 28

Good morning!

It’s my birthday and therefore we’ve got a special stream today from 12-1 UK time with exciting announcements! 🎉

See you in a bit :)
www.twitch.tv/dcbradshaw
www.youtube.com/@dcbradshaw

Twitch

Twitch is the world

www.twitch.tv

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Mandy S Knight is Querying! @mandysknight.bsky.social · Aug 28

I'm enjoying this SO MUCH. Can't wait for the world to read it too!

Author Ash Hester (Mash) @mashashy.bsky.social · Aug 28

TWO DAYS UNTIL BOOK 2!

Grab yourself a free copy of A Prelude To Light of Amazon Kindle and begin your adventure in Alamantra today!

www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0C172186W
#TheLightOfMiera #TLOM #BookSky

A prelude to light cover and flavour texts

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Mandy S Knight is Querying! @mandysknight.bsky.social · Aug 28

We played our first Daggerheart a couple weeks ago and it stole our hearts. Such a fun and simple system with so much room to create epic moments.

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KofDoubleK @kofdoublek.bsky.social · Aug 23

We are live with PEAK content over on the TYG YpuTube and Twitch channel. Come enjoy the chaos.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=v9ZF...

PEAK: Too Many Tourists Challenge - Can Chaos Gamers Break The Game?

YouTube video by Treat Your Geek

www.youtube.com

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Mandy S Knight is Querying! @mandysknight.bsky.social · Aug 22

This book is SO GOOD!!

Author Ash Hester (Mash) @mashashy.bsky.social · Aug 22

Made a trailer for #TheLightOfMiera with @treatyourgeek.bsky.social and @eminog.bsky.social doing the VO <3 So excited for book 2!

www.youtube.com/watch?v=PPDh...

A Guard's Request - The Light Of Miera New Release Trailer

YouTube video by Treat Your Geek

www.youtube.com

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Mandy S Knight is Querying! @mandysknight.bsky.social · Aug 19

🎉🎉🎉🤞🤞

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DC Bradshaw ✍️ Little but Fierce @dcbradshaw.com · Aug 18

Want to introduce your kids to D&D but you’re worried it’s too complex?

Then check out LITTLE BUT FIERCE, the bestselling rewrite with:
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Little but Fierce: Starter Edition and Expansion Bundle

A fan of covers including Little but Fierce, Mara, Blunderlings, Must Give Us Paws, Familiar Foes, Six Impossible Things and The Spore’s the Merrier

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