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Mina Kimes @minakimes.bsky.social · 2h

Among the citizens detained are nearly 20 children, including two with cancer. That includes four who were held for weeks with their undocumented mother and without access to the family’s attorney until a congresswoman intervened.

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JL Oakley~Historical fiction author @jloakley.bsky.social · 1h

Up there with Tawney (sp)

Mother Jones @motherjones.com · 2h

After yesterday's hearing, Roberts can rest assured that his reputation as the "most
destructive chief justice" in American history is safe.

Taking stock of the Roberts court at 20—and the shadowy forces that built it

"Roberts will go down in history as the most destructive chief justice."

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JL Oakley~Historical fiction author @jloakley.bsky.social · 8h

So this popped up. In time for No Kings Day. An old call to remember those led for the better. I used to blubber over this. www.youtube.com/watch?v=8X_j...

Dion - "Abraham, Martin And John" - Official Music Video

YouTube video by Dion

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JL Oakley~Historical fiction author @jloakley.bsky.social · 8h

An amazing model. What is the material? It looks like fired clay.

Dr. Peter Paul Rubens @peterpaulrubens.bsky.social · 1d

Scale model of Longleat lets you see how the current house is wrapped around an older one. And the roofscape! So amazing. By Robert Smythson, 1570s.

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Teri G @terilg.bsky.social · 1d

When a picture says a thousand words…

#TrumpsShutdownDragsOn

When a picture says a thousand words…

Photo of Speaker of the House Mike Johnson biting his lip

#TrumpsShutdownDragsOn

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JL Oakley~Historical fiction author @jloakley.bsky.social · 20h

Has MAGA finally realize that Trump is insane? Shooting missiles over 1-5 LA during a NO KINGS ralley is not normal & frightening. He thought it cute sending jets over the Epstein survivors, but this is treason.

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Ron Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 1d

Bessent’s friends have huge investments in Argentina.

Elon Musk does too.

Bessent is sending $40 billion of our money to Argentina with more to come.

There is zero oversight. Congress not involved.

One unelected man is sending a fortune to Argentina and nobody will stop him,

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JL Oakley~Historical fiction author @jloakley.bsky.social · 1d

Thanks the post. This a crime scene.

Ron Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 1d

We got $20 billion for Argentina though.

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Mrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 2d

Pardon me if I delay celebrating this vile cretin losing until those poor Sandy Hook families he victimized for cheap publicity see all of the cash. I don't trust him for a second.
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Supreme Court rejects Alex Jones' appeal of $1.4 billion Sandy Hook judgment

The Supreme Court rejected an appeal from Alex Jones, who has been ordered to pay $1.4 billion in damages to the families of victims of the 2012 Sandy Hook shooting.

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Tim Onion @bencollins.bsky.social · 1d

Almost like we founded the entire country on opposing this exact sentence.

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 1d

Bessent: "No kings equals no paychecks"

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Kevin S. Moul @kevinsmoul.bsky.social · Jul 21

Baby steps. I am pleased to see that my novel, Lander's Gate is in contention to be included on the short list, and on its way (hopefully) to be recognized in this presitgious competition. Congratulations to all on the list. #ciba #bookawards #landersgate

Chanticleer Book Reviews @chantireviews.com · Jul 18

The Shelley 2025 Long List for Paranormal Fiction

We're here with the Shelley Awards Long List for Paranormal Fiction! Well done to these authors for making the first cut, and good luck as the competition heats up!

The Shelley 2025 Long List for Paranormal Fiction

We're here with the Shelley Awards Long List for Paranormal Fiction! Well done to these authors for making the first cut, and good luck as the competition heats up!

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Kevin S. Moul @kevinsmoul.bsky.social · Aug 6

Looking for recommendations of psych thrillers, paranormal, or urban fantasy

I published my novel Lander’s Gate and want to read ‘comp’ titles. My protagonist can access people’s past lives by touching.

EG: King: ‘The Dead Zone’, Koontz (Odd Thomas & Christopher Snow) Walhberg movie ‘Infinite’

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Kevin S. Moul @kevinsmoul.bsky.social · Aug 28

A lovley way to start my day, finding my novel has moved to the short list for the @chantireviews.com Shelley Awards. Thank you Chanticleer for all you do to promote authors and connecting with readers. #landersgate #bookawards

Chanticleer Book Reviews @chantireviews.com · Aug 28

The 2025 Shelley Short List for Paranormal Fiction

The Short List for the 2025 Shelley Awards are here! Enjoy these Paranormal reads as we stand on the precipice of spooky season!

The 2025 Shelley Short List for Paranormal Fiction

The Short List for the 2025 Shelley Awards are here! Enjoy these Paranormal reads as we stand on the precipice of spooky season!

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JL Oakley~Historical fiction author @jloakley.bsky.social · 1d

Check it out. Kevin is a writing buddy of mine.

Kevin S. Moul @kevinsmoul.bsky.social · Sep 9

Thank you to @chantireviews.com for such a deep read and thoughtful review.

Chanticleer Book Reviews @chantireviews.com · Sep 8

LANDER’S GATE by Kevin S. Moul – Supernatural Suspense, Conspiracy Thriller, Mystical

In Lander’s Gate, a man gains the ability to walk through the past lives of others. But resolving his own past means confronting a powerful and abusive doctor. Highly recommended!

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JL Oakley~Historical fiction author @jloakley.bsky.social · 2d

I got a Kiffer sighting on the Roost today.

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JL Oakley~Historical fiction author @jloakley.bsky.social · 2d

Great read. I finished publishing one book and felt pretty drained on what to do next. But then where was the marketing. Working on a new WIP is a slog, but I think I've taken off enough time. Congrats on British citizenship, by the way.

D. V. Bishop's CARNIVAL OF LIES out now @dvbishop.com · 2d

Why I became a British citizen after 35 years, how Cesare Aldo 6 is progressing, and why writers need to turn off the taps between novels:
dvbishop.substack.com/p/turning-of...

Turning off the tap

Letting creativity recover

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Ron Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 2d

Today, Mike Johnson will continue to keep the House adjourned for the 71st day out of the last 83, with Republicans refusing to show up to work again to avoid having to vote on the Epstein files or negotiate with Democrats.

Epstein Shutdown

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JL Oakley~Historical fiction author @jloakley.bsky.social · 2d

I lost my youngest son 4 months ago. It was a weepy time for me today (It happens out of nowhere) but while getting rid of some old files I found an envelope from 2006 with a note he sent me. Such a gift.

a hand written 2006 note from my son saying he was well and in good hands with God.

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JL Oakley~Historical fiction author @jloakley.bsky.social · 2d

Very cool, Marian. At a book reading last night, I saw a stack of Loners coming in.

mexall.bsky.social @mexall.bsky.social · 3d

My Pacific Northwest mysteries are the subject of a feature in Literal Literary magazine today!
Literalliterary.com

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JL Oakley~Historical fiction author @jloakley.bsky.social · 3d

Happy birthday, Gus.

Governor Tim Walz @governorwalz.mn.gov · 3d

Happy birthday to a wonderful son!

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JL Oakley~Historical fiction author @jloakley.bsky.social · 3d

Dear Sean Duffy. The only one funding my plan for NO KINGS DAY, is my salad from Trader Joes and possibly a mocha from a favorite cafe. We know who funds YOU.

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JL Oakley~Historical fiction author @jloakley.bsky.social · 3d

The Man Who Saw Seconds was a fun, intriguing read. When I met the author in person last April, he was grateful that someone got it.

Chanticleer Book Reviews @chantireviews.com · 3d

The 2025 Humor and Satire Spotlight

The Humor & Satire Awards encompass everything from the obvious stories that make us laugh, the the much more subtle stories that make us rethink the shape of the world.

The 2025 Humor and Satire Spotlight

The Humor & Satire Awards encompass everything from the obvious stories that make us laugh, the the much more subtle stories that make us rethink the shape of the world.

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JL Oakley~Historical fiction author @jloakley.bsky.social · 3d

A great read. I was in Spain in 1967. Franco was in power. Weird soldiers on the streets. I'm sure it's delightful now.

Mary W. Walters 🇨🇦 @marywwalters.com · 3d

Start of my Spain Travel Blog iamallwrite.com/2025/10/13/s...

Spain 1: Arrival in Barcelona, and Park Güell

Travel date: Friday September 12, 2025 Last month we went to Spain. Now I’m going to tell you about our trip. It may take me a long time to do all the posts, because the longer I draw out thi…

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JL Oakley~Historical fiction author @jloakley.bsky.social · 3d

You're the real weaver these days.

Karen Haas @karenstoryteller.bsky.social · 3d

Ooh, looks like JL's off on another cool creative adventure!

JL Oakley~Historical fiction author @jloakley.bsky.social · 3d

Years ago, when I lived in Hawaii where I got a degree in weaving and textiles, I heard that indigo was growing wild up in Manoa Valley. My historian side led me up there with a book to identify the plant. I found quite a bit and brought it home. I made my own pot to rett it using H2O & urine.

Sara Charles @saracharles.bsky.social · 3d

I snapped the roots into smaller chunks and heated them slowly in water. Then I added alum and lye and filtered the pigment. I roughly followed this process: sunsikell.wordpress.com/2014/12/26/h...

How to Make Madder Lake, part 1

Previous post: Preparation for Making Madder Lake. In the last post, I wrote that we’re beginning with about 100g of madder root and about 30g of potash alum. I also wrote that there was a bi…

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