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Your #writingprompt for the weekend:
Write what you wish you'd said yes to.
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Write what you wish you'd said yes to.
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January 16, 2026 at 1:15 PM
Your #writingprompt for the weekend:
Write what you wish you'd said yes to.
#amwriting #writingprompts #writersky
Write what you wish you'd said yes to.
#amwriting #writingprompts #writersky
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At @careerauthors.com we hear from SO many writers who make the same resolutions every year, only to end up frustrated. Why? They're focusing on hopes beyond their control instead of achievable goals. Here are 5 worth making instead. #writersky #writingcommunity careerauthors.com/5-resolution...
January 14, 2026 at 12:45 PM
At @careerauthors.com we hear from SO many writers who make the same resolutions every year, only to end up frustrated. Why? They're focusing on hopes beyond their control instead of achievable goals. Here are 5 worth making instead. #writersky #writingcommunity careerauthors.com/5-resolution...
Too many writers start a new year focusing on hopes instead of smart, achievable goals. Here are 5 new year’s resolutions worth making, from our Contributing Editor & USA Today bestselling novelist @jessicastrawser.bsky.social. #writersky #writingcommunity
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January 14, 2026 at 1:14 PM
Too many writers start a new year focusing on hopes instead of smart, achievable goals. Here are 5 new year’s resolutions worth making, from our Contributing Editor & USA Today bestselling novelist @jessicastrawser.bsky.social. #writersky #writingcommunity
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Growing your newsletter…or not, today on @careerauthors.com #newsletter #writingtips #booksky careerauthors.com/why-even-a-s...
Why Even a Small Newsletter Audience Is Worth Cultivating • Career Authors
Suspense writer Andromeda Romano-Lax shares lessons learned from co-creating a Substack for writers in addition to her author newsletter.
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January 12, 2026 at 5:45 PM
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Is your author newsletter or side Substack project worth the hassle even if you don't have many subscribers? Suspense novelist @romanolax.bsky.social shares why the answer is YES--and what she's learned along the way. #writersky #writingcommunity #writingtips
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January 12, 2026 at 1:02 PM
Is your author newsletter or side Substack project worth the hassle even if you don't have many subscribers? Suspense novelist @romanolax.bsky.social shares why the answer is YES--and what she's learned along the way. #writersky #writingcommunity #writingtips
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Acclaimed mystery writer Jennifer Dornbush offers up ways to fully characterize your antagonist, making your bad guys scarier and your novel even more compelling.
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Killer Characterization: Crafting Antagonists with Depth and Dimension • Career Authors
Mystery writer Jennifer Dornbush shows how to make your bad guys scarier and your novel even more compelling.
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January 7, 2026 at 4:08 PM
Acclaimed mystery writer Jennifer Dornbush offers up ways to fully characterize your antagonist, making your bad guys scarier and your novel even more compelling.
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Of all the things I've written, this @nytimes.com Modern Love essay is the only one framed on my wall. 11 yrs ago, it changed my life. Every December, someone reminds me to repost it, but it seems especially needed this year, when the news feels so heavy. Gift link:
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An Extra Angel on Top of the Tree (Published 2014)
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December 23, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Of all the things I've written, this @nytimes.com Modern Love essay is the only one framed on my wall. 11 yrs ago, it changed my life. Every December, someone reminds me to repost it, but it seems especially needed this year, when the news feels so heavy. Gift link:
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December 17, 2025 at 4:39 PM
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What makes a good Christmas book? Check out this list of @careerauthors.com seven elements of a Christmas book that helped inform author Susan Breen and her novel 🎄MERRY❄️!
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December 16, 2025 at 7:27 PM
What makes a good Christmas book? Check out this list of @careerauthors.com seven elements of a Christmas book that helped inform author Susan Breen and her novel 🎄MERRY❄️!
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As the year winds down, it's wonderful to have something BIG to look forward to in 2026! My 8th novel, THE QUITTERS CLUB, is something a little different... And it officially has a cover! Coming this spring! Learn more, add on Goodreads +/or preorder: jessicastrawser.com/the-quitters... #booksky
December 16, 2025 at 12:56 PM
As the year winds down, it's wonderful to have something BIG to look forward to in 2026! My 8th novel, THE QUITTERS CLUB, is something a little different... And it officially has a cover! Coming this spring! Learn more, add on Goodreads +/or preorder: jessicastrawser.com/the-quitters... #booksky
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The magic of holiday stories today on @careerauthors.com #Christmas #writing #booksky #christmasnovels careerauthors.com/the-hot-mark...
The Market for Writing & Publishing Holiday Fiction • Career Authors
Tis the season for books about Christmas. Debbie Macomber & other bestsellers share their best tips for writing & publishing holiday fiction.
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December 10, 2025 at 2:22 PM
The magic of holiday stories today on @careerauthors.com #Christmas #writing #booksky #christmasnovels careerauthors.com/the-hot-mark...
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Put a Writing Retreat on Your Holiday Wish List • Career Authors
In the season of dreaming big and believing in magic, a writing retreat might just belong on your wishlist for 2026. Here's why.
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December 10, 2025 at 12:23 AM
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First Novel Mistakes: Don’t Trip at the Finish Line! • Career Authors
Think you're ready to query, think again! Before you hit submit, READ this post!
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December 15, 2025 at 7:15 PM
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#writingprompt: Write what fills your cup.
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December 12, 2025 at 4:14 PM
#writingprompt: Write what fills your cup.
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(Looking for more visual inspiration? We have hundreds of #writingprompts available for free, with a new one added every Friday!)
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Tis the season for books about Christmas. In this festive evergreen roundup by Julie Cantrell, #debbiemacomber, #KristyWoodsonHarvey & other bestsellers share their best tips for writing & publishing holiday fiction. #writersky #holidayreads
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December 10, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Tis the season for books about Christmas. In this festive evergreen roundup by Julie Cantrell, #debbiemacomber, #KristyWoodsonHarvey & other bestsellers share their best tips for writing & publishing holiday fiction. #writersky #holidayreads
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#writingcommunity friends, if you're considering joining us for the @careerauthors.com annual retreat in 2026, now is the best time to book! Early-bird discounts end 12/31. Already looking forward to beautiful New England in April & one of my favorite weekends of the whole #writing year. #writersky
Been dreaming of a #writing retreat in 2026? There's no better time to plan ahead, before early-bird rates expire! Learn our top takeaways from past retreat experiences & what to look for in an event that will make a meaningful difference for you. #writersky
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December 9, 2025 at 12:01 PM
#writingcommunity friends, if you're considering joining us for the @careerauthors.com annual retreat in 2026, now is the best time to book! Early-bird discounts end 12/31. Already looking forward to beautiful New England in April & one of my favorite weekends of the whole #writing year. #writersky
Been dreaming of a #writing retreat in 2026? There's no better time to plan ahead, before early-bird rates expire! Learn our top takeaways from past retreat experiences & what to look for in an event that will make a meaningful difference for you. #writersky
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December 8, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Been dreaming of a #writing retreat in 2026? There's no better time to plan ahead, before early-bird rates expire! Learn our top takeaways from past retreat experiences & what to look for in an event that will make a meaningful difference for you. #writersky
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Gratitude Writing Prompt • Career Authors
Friedrich Nietzsche on Gratitude & Art Writing Prompt
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November 28, 2025 at 9:36 PM
Your weekend #WritingPrompt courtesy of @careerauthors.com #booksky
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The perfect gifts for real writers, courtesy of @careerauthors.com #writingtips #booksky
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Holiday Gifts for Writers Who’d Rather Be Revising • Career Authors
Here's a list of suggestions of Holiday gifts for the writers in your life.
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December 4, 2025 at 2:42 AM
The perfect gifts for real writers, courtesy of @careerauthors.com #writingtips #booksky
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If you're a fan of mysteries, dogs, and/or snow (in any order), our longtime contributing editor @paulamunier.bsky.social has the perfect new story for you to curl up with this holiday season! #writingcommunity #amreading #booksky
Happy birthday to me! #booklaunch #bookbirthday #snow #booksky
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December 2, 2025 at 9:08 PM
If you're a fan of mysteries, dogs, and/or snow (in any order), our longtime contributing editor @paulamunier.bsky.social has the perfect new story for you to curl up with this holiday season! #writingcommunity #amreading #booksky
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A fab interview with moi and the swell Dana Isaacson! @careerauthors.com
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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Cracking the Case of Paula Munier’s Successful Mysteries • Career Authors
Author Paula Munier is interviewed about her latest Mercy Carr mystery and craft secrets.
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December 2, 2025 at 4:30 AM
A fab interview with moi and the swell Dana Isaacson! @careerauthors.com
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Absolutely love this series by @paulamunier.bsky.social and so glad the snowy new installment is here! #booksky
Happy birthday to me! #booklaunch #bookbirthday #snow #booksky
@wmur9.bsky.social @gibsonsbookstore.bsky.social @minotaurbooks.bsky.social
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December 2, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Absolutely love this series by @paulamunier.bsky.social and so glad the snowy new installment is here! #booksky
Getting ready to submit your novel or memoir? You won't find more info-packed, user-friendly guidance than this virtual query letter workshop taught by our @jessicastrawser.bsky.social in conjunction with @janefriedman.com. Save your seat (& your sanity): janefriedman.com/make-your-qu... #writersky
Make Your Query Letter & First Page Stand Out with Jessica Strawser | Jane Friedman
In this 90-minute webinar, learn the best practices of query writing whether you plan to pitch agents or publishers.
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November 18, 2025 at 5:19 PM
Getting ready to submit your novel or memoir? You won't find more info-packed, user-friendly guidance than this virtual query letter workshop taught by our @jessicastrawser.bsky.social in conjunction with @janefriedman.com. Save your seat (& your sanity): janefriedman.com/make-your-qu... #writersky
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#writing a novel or memoir & getting ready to submit to agents + editors? This virtual Query Letter + 1st Page workshop @janefriedman.com is for you! It's affordable + easy to access anywhere (even if you can't join us live). Learn more: janefriedman.com/make-your-qu... #writersky #writingcommunity
November 18, 2025 at 5:13 PM
#writing a novel or memoir & getting ready to submit to agents + editors? This virtual Query Letter + 1st Page workshop @janefriedman.com is for you! It's affordable + easy to access anywhere (even if you can't join us live). Learn more: janefriedman.com/make-your-qu... #writersky #writingcommunity