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arlen ren ✨
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writer of queer paranormal, fantasy & horror ✍🏻 Trekkie 🖖🏻 X-Phile 👽 forever pup parent to Rufus 🐶🪽 he/they 🏳️‍⚧️ www.arlenren.co.uk NO AI 🚫 🇺🇦🇵🇸✊🏻
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arlen ren ✨ @arlenrenwrites.bsky.social · 23d
hello, I'm Arlen Ren (he/they), writer of otherworldly fiction that lurks beneath the surface of the everyday 👀

if you're interested in YA paranormal, fantasy and/or horror, you can check out my website—or the guides to my current WIPs (🧵)

www.arlenren.co.uk

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Arlen Ren Writes
www.arlenren.co.uk
arlenrenwrites.bsky.social
not a good night to be a Frazer Clarke fan 😐 #boxing
November 29, 2025 at 9:54 PM
arlenrenwrites.bsky.social
...I don't want to talk about it 😂😭

I solved the daily Clues by Sam, Nov 29th 2025 (Hard), in less than 28 minutes
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cluesbysam.com
Clues by Sam
A daily logic puzzle where you deduce who is a criminal!
cluesbysam.com
November 29, 2025 at 9:40 PM
arlenrenwrites.bsky.social
hello #queerwriters

I'm not sure I wrote at all this week 😅 (in my defence, I started a new role and it used up all my brain power)

if I pull out all the stops tomorrow I might get close to my goal (unlikely I'll actually reach it) but alas, I can feel the telltale ache of sickness again...
amaralynn.bsky.social AmaraJLynn💎🌌🌺BACK NOW: GEMS & STAR FLOWERS! @amaralynn.bsky.social · 6h
#queerwriters Saturday: Check in Day!

How was your week? Did you accomplish what you set out to do?

Share your progress, encourage, cheer, and support others!

#WritingCommunity #lgbtqwriters
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November 29, 2025 at 4:38 PM
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mikebrooks668.bsky.social
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/73...
Petition: Require generative AI watermarks & ban using people’s likeness without consent
As AI generated content becomes increasingly realistic, we think laws should be put in place to prevent misuse. All such media should carry a permanent watermark or disclosure, alongside a blanket ban...
petition.parliament.uk
November 29, 2025 at 12:12 PM
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jeremyjenkins.net
A quick reminder that the Christmas cut off for USA and worldwide (non UK and EU) orders is only a week away, on Friday 5 December. If you were planning to order, make sure to get it in soon to guarantee delivery before Christmas. 🎄🍫
Luxury Artisan Chocolates | Chocolate Bars & Chocolate Gift Boxes
The Christmas Chocolate collection is here! Discover luxury artisan chocolates crafted in the UK. Deliciours chocolate treats and gift boxes
jenkinsemporium.co.uk
November 28, 2025 at 7:56 PM
arlenrenwrites.bsky.social
I can't believe that Matt is gone.

To all of his friends on here, I'm so sorry.
louwrites.bsky.social Ske-Lou-Ton 💀 @louwrites.bsky.social · 1d
His widow, Cat, has invited friends to leave messages and donations in his memory to Macmillan, Matt's chosen charity. I've helped set up a memorial page so please feel free to share this to anyone who knew and loved him.

www.justgiving.com/page/mattmas...
Fundraiser in Memory of Matt Mason for Macmillan Cancer Support
Help Louise Willingham raise money to support Macmillan Cancer Support
www.justgiving.com
November 28, 2025 at 8:02 PM
arlenrenwrites.bsky.social
I continue to be mad at myself for these silly mistakes that I make 😭

I solved the daily Clues by Sam, Nov 28th 2025 (Tricky), in less than 10 minutes
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cluesbysam.com
Clues by Sam
A daily logic puzzle where you deduce who are criminals and who are innocent!
cluesbysam.com
November 28, 2025 at 6:13 PM
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greenparty.org.uk
Hope is here.

Help us beat Reform in May. Donate today ⤵️
November 28, 2025 at 7:31 AM
arlenrenwrites.bsky.social
I am SO EXCITED for this, Spring 2026 can't come soon enough!!
jalwrites.bsky.social James A Lyons @jalwrites.bsky.social · 1d
👑EAST END BOYS AND WEST END GIRLS 👑

An Adult LGBTQ+ RomCom. Arriving Spring 2026 through Spectrum Books.

The novel follows Harri as he undertakes a road trip to reunite members of his late uncle's iconic 1980's drag troupe, The Dragnificent Seven.
A Pop Art style graphic with the title of the book in bubble writing in the centre, with the text Coming Spring 2026. Synopsis: Adopted 23yo Harri senses a chance to escape from his dilapidated hometown after hearing of the death of his secret and estranged Uncle Eric. Upon meeting Eric’s flatmate Gloria in her Soho home, Harri discovers Eric was the opposite of his homophobic adoptive mother—he was Wilma Cockburn, the iconic lead star of famous 80's act The Dragnificent Seven, and prominent gay rights activist. Learning Uncle Eric’s dying wish was to reconnect with his drag friends, Harri sets off on a road trip with Gloria’s attractive friend Jack. Together they have one goal: find the missing queens. As each queen reveals their part in historical LGBTQ+ activism, Harri uncovers a dark truth about his adoptive mother’s past that will now impact his own future. When Harri attempts to organise a reunion show for the queens, he battles to keep his relationship with Jack alive. But when Jack goes missing, Harri’s mother arrives to demand Harri returns to his hometown. Caught in a showdown between his mother, Jack, and the drag queens, Harri must choose to honour the legacy of his uncle and fight to build a future with Jack, or keep ties with the woman who raised him.
November 28, 2025 at 9:07 AM
arlenrenwrites.bsky.social
as usual, I made the mistake almost right away. one day I'll slow down, I swear...

I solved the daily Clues by Sam, Nov 27th 2025 (Tricky), in less than 11 minutes
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cluesbysam.com
Clues by Sam
A daily logic puzzle where you deduce who are criminals and who are innocent!
cluesbysam.com
November 27, 2025 at 4:31 PM
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metuiteme.bsky.social
WHY HELLO, I have a few of those 💀 Ghosts and monsters for your delectation and delight, get em wherever you buy your books, especially your local indie ❤️
The Dark Beneath The Ice, Here There Are Monsters, and The Ones Who Come Back Hungry by Amelinda Berube
November 27, 2025 at 4:00 AM
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redfernjon.bsky.social
People vastly underestimate how important trans* rights are in the contemporary fight for freedom.

If you cannot make your own choices for your body, the name you go by, or even the very clothes that you wear, then you are not, in any sense, meaningfully free.
November 26, 2025 at 7:25 PM
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wiswell.bsky.social
Happy Wednesday to Manuela Borges, specifically.
miamidsa.org Miami DSA @miamidsa.org · 3d
Good morning to Brazilian reporter Manuela Borges, who’s been waiting eleven years for this petty moment. ❤️ 🇧🇷
November 26, 2025 at 4:33 PM
arlenrenwrites.bsky.social
made the first mistake right off the bat by misreading the clue 😵 and then miscounted to make the second mistake...I infuriate myself more than this puzzle does 😂

I solved the daily Clues by Sam, Nov 26th 2025 (Medium), in less than 10 minutes
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cluesbysam.com
Clues by Sam
A daily logic puzzle where you deduce who are criminals and who are innocent!
cluesbysam.com
November 26, 2025 at 5:56 PM
arlenrenwrites.bsky.social
every time I make a mistake, I curse myself 😅

I solved the daily Clues by Sam, Nov 25th 2025 (Easy), in 05:08
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cluesbysam.com
Clues by Sam
A daily logic puzzle where you deduce who are criminals and who are innocent!
cluesbysam.com
November 25, 2025 at 4:54 PM
arlenrenwrites.bsky.social
such gorgeous nature art 🤩
ghostofthesea.bsky.social GhostoftheSea @ghostofthesea.bsky.social · 4d
I turn 30 today! 🎉

Any chance for some shares? I'd love to be able to share my artwork with more people! <3
Photo of an A5 watercolour painting of 3 small white spotted jellyfish using shades of red and orange, with splatters of paint, and white and black ink for details. In the background are some fake leaves on wood grain. Photo of a watercolour painting of a shoebill stork, in green and blue with splatters and drips of paint around it. Photo of a watercolour painting of a male trumpeter hornbill in profile. Only a purple watercolour is used in different dilutions, with blank India ink and silver calligraphy ink used for details. A dip pen is lay next to the painting. Photo of an A5 watercolour painting of a lineolated parakeet, a small parrot, primarily in green with hints of yellow. Black and white ink is used for details. In the backgorund is wood grain and artificial plants.
November 25, 2025 at 12:26 PM
arlenrenwrites.bsky.social
hello #queerwriters 👋🏻

if I'm to keep up with my overarching goals, I need to finish writing ch18, plot/outline chs19-20 and then write those chapters...let's see how I get on 🫠

my week might be busy but my weekend is looking free, so hopefully I can meet my goals then 🍀
amaralynn.bsky.social AmaraJLynn💎🌌🌺BACK NOW: GEMS & STAR FLOWERS! @amaralynn.bsky.social · 5d
#queerwriters Monday: Goals Day!

What do you hope to accomplish this week? Can be anything, big or small! Let us know so we can cheer you on!

#WritingCommunity #lgbtqwriters
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November 25, 2025 at 12:20 PM
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cpt.janey.gay
Just wanted to give a big thanks to everyone who contributed so far. You helped make rent possible for us last month and we can't thank you enough!

We're still shy of our goal and rent is around the corner again. If you're able and would like to help, it would be wholeheartedly appreciated. 💖
cpt.janey.gay H.R.T. Pufnstuf 🖖🏻 @cpt.janey.gay · 22d
Rent + late fee is due tomorrow, could we get a little boost? 🤞🥺🤞
#MutualAid
gofund.me/b6c1aba82
November 25, 2025 at 2:34 AM
arlenrenwrites.bsky.social
what beautiful colours 🤩
November 25, 2025 at 12:08 PM
arlenrenwrites.bsky.social
someone needs to do this to me so that I stop looking up dogs for adoption and making myself sad
Water Spray Stop GIF
Alt: a man dressed in black spraying a child in a blue shirt with a water spray bottle
media.tenor.com
November 25, 2025 at 10:28 AM
arlenrenwrites.bsky.social
I forgot what it's like when you start a new job and you're having to constantly reach out to people for help/guidance and I feel like I'm being so very annoying 🫠
November 25, 2025 at 9:30 AM
arlenrenwrites.bsky.social
ch18 s1 is done. two more scenes to write...at some point (time to get up for day job now).

then it's back to the drawing board to figure out what the hell comes next.
November 25, 2025 at 8:40 AM
arlenrenwrites.bsky.social
misread a clue resulting in one mistake...and the last, I don't see how I couldn't guess 🤷🏻 but that's probably just my folly

I solved the daily Clues by Sam, Nov 24th 2025 (Easy), in 04:13
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cluesbysam.com
Clues by Sam
A daily logic puzzle where you deduce who are criminals and who are innocent!
cluesbysam.com
November 24, 2025 at 5:39 PM
arlenrenwrites.bsky.social
I went to MCM London maybe...6, 7 years ago? and got chatting to a Trekkie who denigrated me to my face when I said I liked DS9, lmao

as shown in this thread, there have always been and will always be fans who are Like That
bitterscriptreader.bsky.social Adam Mallinger @bitterscriptreader.bsky.social · 5d
Today I was looking at it for the first time in a while and came across one that REALLY resonated. Now DS9 is widely praised and used to attack all the new shows. People say the new shows aren't "what Trek is all about."

Let's see what people thought of that in the 90s...
November 24, 2025 at 12:04 PM
arlenrenwrites.bsky.social
I'm so close to finishing ch17 of Creek WIP. I should definitely be able to finish it tonight...and maybe write ch18, too? 🤞🏻

then it's back to the drawing board to plot and outline chs19&20, which I'm also aiming to write this week...
November 24, 2025 at 8:37 AM