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The BookStack Catalog @indiebookstack.bsky.social · 7d

Did you know you can get your book listed in our catalog for free? And that you can also list your ARCs too to recruit more readers.

Help us help you (as much as we can) by getting listed today 📚💙

#books #booksky #indie #reads #getlisted

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The BookStack Catalog @indiebookstack.bsky.social · Sep 16

And you can get your books listed too, for free! tally.so/r/3XpObO

The Book Listing Submission Form.

Made with Tally, the simplest way to create forms.

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The BookStack Catalog @indiebookstack.bsky.social · Sep 14

Discover awesome reads like this one on the new BookStack website!

What will you discover?

#books #booksky #bookstack #indie #poetry 💙📚

Find my book on BookStack. Cover of Inside the Sun and Moon by Hazel Allen shown centered. Text: Ten soft poems. About love, longing, and loneliness. All from a queer writer. Discover awesome reads like this one, or get yours listed too for free! https://indiebookstack.com

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Hazel Allen @hazelallenwrites.bsky.social · Sep 10

Reaching out creates a bigger impact than you might realize.

#poems #discussion #suicideprevention

Poem: Reaching Out - World Suicide Prevention Day.

This poem contains topic matter such as suicide ideation, and discussion of suicide. Please read only if you feel comfortable.

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Hazel Allen @hazelallenwrites.bsky.social · Sep 9

A stellar opportunity to win some amazing prizes!

The BookStack Catalog @indiebookstack.bsky.social · Sep 8

A new giveaway in collab with Rachel Tribble and @lemonjellypress.bsky.social! See details here:

indiebookstack.substack.com/p/a-moonlit-...

#books #prizes #giveaway #moon

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Hazel Allen @hazelallenwrites.bsky.social · Aug 29

The BookStack Catalog is opening its new website for a testing phase on Monday! Will you be checking it out?

The BookStack Catalog @indiebookstack.bsky.social · Aug 28

BookStack's new website is opening up for a test run this upcoming Monday. Will you be a part of it?

#bookstack #books #authors #reading #writing #new #website

You're invited to a first look, 9/01/2025. Venue: https://indiebookstack.com

A few things to keep in mind: This is to test functionality of some sections of the BookStack Catalog, namely the Authors and Books sections.

There will be a short feedback form you can fill out to share your thoughts and suggestions.

However, the website’s blog editor isn’t optimized well for mobile. So desktop web-browser viewing is preferred.

And lastly, this is a one-day-only event. @indiebookstack

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The BookStack Catalog @indiebookstack.bsky.social · Aug 29

Finished reading They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera. Great read, loved the LGBTQ+ representation. Totally didn’t make me emotional or anything 🥹

#booksky #books #reading 💙📚

Review page for They Both Die at the End. Score given: 5 stars

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Hazel Allen @hazelallenwrites.bsky.social · Aug 24

Don’t let this opportunity to get some free promo for your upcoming book go to waste!

The BookStack Catalog @indiebookstack.bsky.social · Aug 24

Authors, we’re nearing the beginning of next month— and I still need more books to include in my indie release radar. Have one coming out in September? Drop it here 💜

#books #booksky #indie #newreleases #indiebooks #authors #newbooks

Hazel Allen @hazelallenwrites.bsky.social · Aug 23

It’s my birthday, so for today only, get a digital copy of Inside the Sun and Moon for free when you use code BIRTHDAY24 at checkout, cheers! 🎉

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#poetry #indie #birthday #book #reading #booksky 💙📚

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Hazel Allen @hazelallenwrites.bsky.social · Aug 21

Searching for some new reads to add to your TBR? Narratess has got you covered.

#books #indie #fantasy #sci-fi #horror #sale

The BookStack Catalog @indiebookstack.bsky.social · Aug 21

A big indie book sale is almost here, and it's calling your name. Learn more here:

#books #indie #fantasy #sci-fi #horror #sale #indieauthors

Narratess Indie Book Sale: Fantasy, Sci-Fi, & Horror.

Calling all Fantasy, Sci-Fi, and Horror lovers!

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The BookStack Catalog @indiebookstack.bsky.social · Aug 20

Seriously, where are they at??

#books #newreleases #indie #release #radar #authors #reading #readers

The "I am once again asking" Bernie Sanders campaign meme. Text reads: I am once again asking you to link your upcoming september book releases in the comments below)

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Hazel Allen @hazelallenwrites.bsky.social · Aug 20

Had the honor of recently being featured in @imagine2create.bsky.social's podcast "The Writer's Draft. I talk about my cat in there too so you absolutely need to give it a listen!

#podcast #writing #poetry #cat #furbaby

Bradley Ramsey @imagine2create.bsky.social · Aug 16

This week's episode of the podcast features @hazelallenwrites.bsky.social! It's an amazing interview that also includes plenty of time for us to talk about his cat, Apollo, so you really don't want to miss this one!

bradleyramsey.substack.com/p/saved-as-d...

#writingcommunity #writesky #podcast

Saved as Draft Episode 31: The Power of Poetry

This week we switch things up with a new structure and I sit down with poet and BookStack Catalog Creator Hazel Allen!

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Hazel Allen @hazelallenwrites.bsky.social · Jun 29

Another poem from my upcoming collection "Leaving the Monochrome," and yeah, it's about my cat. Why wouldn't it be?

#poetry #poems #cats #booksky #books #upcoming #newreleases #indie 💙📚

Poem: Little Moments

A poem about my cat, from the upcoming Leaving the Monochrome collection-- available now for pre-order.

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Hazel Allen @hazelallenwrites.bsky.social · Jun 15

Learn more about the book and its release here: hazelallenwriting.substack.com/p/leaving-th...

Become an ARC Reader here: tally.so/r/mVBxJa

Leaving the Monochrome - Cover + Details Reveal.

A new poetry collection is in the works, and I'm determined to get it out.

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Hazel Allen @hazelallenwrites.bsky.social · Jun 15

I'm pleased to announce my next poetry collection, Leaving the Monochrome comes out on July 22nd.

Containing 20+ poems, this book focuses on mental health, and the struggle of leaving the monochrome.

LF ARC Readers. Interested? Head down the comments.

#books #booksky #newreleases #poetry 💙📚

Leaving the Monochrome. Mental Health. Poetry. Talks about loss, grief, and mental health. By Hazel Allen. Personal journey. Short Reads. Arc readers needed. Releases July 22nd. Book cover is in the middle.

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The BookStack Catalog @indiebookstack.bsky.social · Jun 2

Just finished Love in the Liner Notes by @kattakis.bsky.social and I really, really enjoyed it. Expect a full review on my blog in the next week or so. 💙📚

#books #booksky #reading

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Hazel Allen @hazelallenwrites.bsky.social · Jun 1

What books are you checking out? 👀

The BookStack Catalog @indiebookstack.bsky.social · Jun 1

Many great books to discover this time around! So uh, what’s on your radar? 🩵📚

#books #booksky #reading #june

Indie Release Radar: What's New In June?

A look into some upcoming books releasing this month. What will you discover?

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Hazel Allen @hazelallenwrites.bsky.social · May 31

If you haven’t yet this is a really great opportunity to get some of your books listed on the catalog for free.

The BookStack Catalog @indiebookstack.bsky.social · May 30

#Authors: Have a book or two you want to get listed for free in our catalog? Comment down below and I'll send you a link to our form. Thanks to someone's kind sponsorship I have 30 spots I can give out!

#books #booksky #indie #bookstack

Header: BookStack Substack's Indie Book Catalog. Indie Authors: Thanks to someone’s kind sponsorship of The BookStack Catalog, I am able to give out thirty book listing spots in our catalog for free!Have a book, and want yours listed? Drop a comment down below to let me know, and then I’ll reach out with the listing form. Please note: There’s a limit of up to two listings per person.

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The BookStack Catalog @indiebookstack.bsky.social · May 31

If you haven’t listened to Bradley’s podcast yet, I highly recommend it. You won’t be disappointed.

Bradley Ramsey @imagine2create.bsky.social · May 31

This week's episode of the Saved as Draft podcast is packed with five new story shout outs, a discussion on setting your story's scope, and an interview with author T.P. Kaaos!

bradleyramsey.substack.com/p/saved-as-d...

#podcast #writingcommunity

Saved as Draft Episode 21: Setting Your Story's Scope

Five new shout outs, how to properly scope your stories, and an interview with T.P. Kaaos!

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Hazel Allen @hazelallenwrites.bsky.social · May 29

@indiebookstack.bsky.social is hosting a big ole giveaway where you could possibly win up to $50 in gift card credit towards whatever books you wanna buy. It's free-to-enter, so nothing to lose if you don't win.

The BookStack Catalog @indiebookstack.bsky.social · May 29

Really, you could. Learn more here: indiebookstack.substack.com/p/the-bsc-mo...

#books #booksky #reading #freebie #bookstack

the "They don't know" party meme. Text reads: they don't that they could possibly win up to $50 in bookshop gift card credit.

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Hazel Allen @hazelallenwrites.bsky.social · May 28

If you like adding to your TBR pile, but don’t have money to do so. This giveaway could be a great opportunity to get more! Free-to-enter, with a chance to increase the prize pool. Don’t miss it!

#books #booksky #indie

The BookStack Catalog @indiebookstack.bsky.social · May 28

Head on over to BookStack for a free-to-enter giveaway, where you could possibly win a bookshop gift card. The card starts at $25, but may increase based on number of entries.

Learn more here: buff.ly/zwCDMaO

#books #bookstack #booksky #reading #indie

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Hazel Allen @hazelallenwrites.bsky.social · May 28

Earlier my first ever podcast episode went up, and within it I had the chance to interview @imagine2create.bsky.social.

Honestly it was loads of fun, and I can’t wait to make another episode soon.

#bookstack #podcasts #writing

The BookStack Catalog @indiebookstack.bsky.social · May 28

The first episode of The Writer’s Roll Podcast, featuring special guest @imagine2create.bsky.social is out now. Twenty possible questions, ten to be answered! Come join us and have some fun as I interview Bradley in today’s episode.

#bookstack #writing #writers #podcasts #d20

The Writer's Roll Ep. 1: Interview with Bradley Ramsey.

A brand new podcast centered around interviewing other writers and authors, but with a twist, er... roll of a die? Today's special guest is Bradley Ramsey.

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Hazel Allen @hazelallenwrites.bsky.social · May 13

Both mesh together to form my brain 😌

Credit: worry__lines

#adhd #brain #audhd

Meme shows two people, one with a spreadsheet in their head, the other with a palette in theirs.

Text reads: you have spreadsheet brain, I have palette brain.

Credit: worry__lines

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Hazel Allen @hazelallenwrites.bsky.social · May 12

The BookStack Catalog @indiebookstack.bsky.social · May 12

"SELKIES is an exploration of the stories we tell ourselves. Through a series of thirteen poems and short essays, the work examines themes of family, love, nature, and mythology."

If you like poetry, this may be a great addition to your collection!

#books #catalog #bookstack #booksky 🩵 📚

SELKIES

SELKIES is an exploration of the stories we tell ourselves.

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Hazel Allen @hazelallenwrites.bsky.social · May 11

This week's poetry prompt-- which is the final of the poetry prompt weekly series-- is here! Go check it out, and perhaps feel inspired to write?

#poetry #writing #prompts #autumn

Poetry Prompt Weekly: The Autumn Sunset.

A prompt which invites reflection and conversation. How will you write this one?

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