Lynsey May
@lynseymay.com
Writer. Reader. Lover of tall tales. Weak Teeth out now, Kin scheduled for 2027: http://tinyurl.com/Buy-weak-teeth
Links and stuff: linktr.ee/lynseymay
Links and stuff: linktr.ee/lynseymay
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Lynsey May
@lynseymay.com
· Nov 25
Meet the ILX 10: Rising Stars of UK Writing
We’re delighted to reveal our list of ten early-career writers whose work has the powerful potential to speak to and engage with global literary audiences. Part of #LitExchange.
nationalcentreforwriting.org.uk
One of the things I was most proud of this year was being chosen as part of this gang, especially as I look around the world right now and hope so much for connection and compassion.
nationalcentreforwriting.org.uk/writing-hub/...
nationalcentreforwriting.org.uk/writing-hub/...
It really weirds me out that supermarkets now sell the kind of clothes teenage me would’ve killed for.
February 8, 2026 at 4:31 PM
It really weirds me out that supermarkets now sell the kind of clothes teenage me would’ve killed for.
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Any UCU members here that just received their election ballots -- I can recommend Gillian Jack @drgillhistory.bsky.social as someone who puts their heart and soul into the union on a daily basis.
February 6, 2026 at 12:32 PM
Any UCU members here that just received their election ballots -- I can recommend Gillian Jack @drgillhistory.bsky.social as someone who puts their heart and soul into the union on a daily basis.
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Nine years in, and we're still cooking with the White Ash Universe. Check out this insane page from @conorhughes.bsky.social and @fincramb.bsky.social that kicks off our next issue.
Catch up on the series from the beginning HERE www.kickstarter.com/projects/whi...
Catch up on the series from the beginning HERE www.kickstarter.com/projects/whi...
February 1, 2026 at 4:34 PM
Nine years in, and we're still cooking with the White Ash Universe. Check out this insane page from @conorhughes.bsky.social and @fincramb.bsky.social that kicks off our next issue.
Catch up on the series from the beginning HERE www.kickstarter.com/projects/whi...
Catch up on the series from the beginning HERE www.kickstarter.com/projects/whi...
That fatal error of saying you’ll have a black coffee when you walk in somewhere with an espresso machine, never expecting them to pull out the instant.
January 30, 2026 at 12:24 PM
That fatal error of saying you’ll have a black coffee when you walk in somewhere with an espresso machine, never expecting them to pull out the instant.
Feels like quite the waste of energy and resources, things were already low on
BREAKING: Free AI training will be offered to every adult in the UK, with short courses to teach people how to use simple AI tools effectively in the workplace.
Technology Secretary Liz Kendall tells #BBCBreakfast about the scheme
Technology Secretary Liz Kendall tells #BBCBreakfast about the scheme
January 28, 2026 at 9:46 AM
Feels like quite the waste of energy and resources, things were already low on
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White Ash is LIVE in a BIG way - the second arc storms to a close with an epic giant-size 70+ page issue. From @charliestickney.bsky.social @conorhughes.bsky.social @jordiperez.bsky.social myself and many more! Check it out on Kickstarter:
www.kickstarter.com/projects/whi...
www.kickstarter.com/projects/whi...
White Ash 1 to 10 (and a half)
The long-running, hit fantasy series about Elves and Dwarves in Pennsylvania, returns with two ALL-NEW ISSUES!
www.kickstarter.com
January 26, 2026 at 8:30 PM
White Ash is LIVE in a BIG way - the second arc storms to a close with an epic giant-size 70+ page issue. From @charliestickney.bsky.social @conorhughes.bsky.social @jordiperez.bsky.social myself and many more! Check it out on Kickstarter:
www.kickstarter.com/projects/whi...
www.kickstarter.com/projects/whi...
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All New White Ash is LIVE on Kickstarter. Join us as we wrap up the second arc of the series with a double-sized, 70 page plus issue from @conorhughes.bsky.social @fincramb.bsky.social @jordiperez.bsky.social and more.
www.kickstarter.com/projects/whi...
www.kickstarter.com/projects/whi...
January 26, 2026 at 5:05 PM
All New White Ash is LIVE on Kickstarter. Join us as we wrap up the second arc of the series with a double-sized, 70 page plus issue from @conorhughes.bsky.social @fincramb.bsky.social @jordiperez.bsky.social and more.
www.kickstarter.com/projects/whi...
www.kickstarter.com/projects/whi...
The neighbours over the back have their window open every day, no matter what the weather. It changes position, so it’s not stuck and it’s definitely on purpose. I guess they must just be so hardy they’re impervious to the cold.
January 23, 2026 at 8:07 AM
The neighbours over the back have their window open every day, no matter what the weather. It changes position, so it’s not stuck and it’s definitely on purpose. I guess they must just be so hardy they’re impervious to the cold.
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Are ye somebody wi stories tae share? Or a teacher wirkin wi young scrievers we should ken aboot? We're luikin for oor next Scots Writer o the Year.
Deadline: 8 July 2026.
www.scottishbooktrust.com/writing-and-...
Deadline: 8 July 2026.
www.scottishbooktrust.com/writing-and-...
Young Scots Writer o the Year Award
We’re on the lookout for talented young folk aged 11–18 writing and creating in Scots.
www.scottishbooktrust.com
January 16, 2026 at 9:34 AM
Are ye somebody wi stories tae share? Or a teacher wirkin wi young scrievers we should ken aboot? We're luikin for oor next Scots Writer o the Year.
Deadline: 8 July 2026.
www.scottishbooktrust.com/writing-and-...
Deadline: 8 July 2026.
www.scottishbooktrust.com/writing-and-...
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We're hiring! 💼
Dae ye want tae gie us a haun tae promote Scots language readin, scrievin and speakin in Scots? We are lookin for a gallus, eident Scots speaker for the role o Scots Language Ootreach Co-ordinator.
Apply by 19 January! 👇
www.scottishbooktrust.com/about/vacanc...
Dae ye want tae gie us a haun tae promote Scots language readin, scrievin and speakin in Scots? We are lookin for a gallus, eident Scots speaker for the role o Scots Language Ootreach Co-ordinator.
Apply by 19 January! 👇
www.scottishbooktrust.com/about/vacanc...
Vacancy: Scots Language Ootreach Co-ordinator
We are a national charity bringing the benefits of reading and writing to everyone in Scotland.
www.scottishbooktrust.com
January 15, 2026 at 10:27 AM
We're hiring! 💼
Dae ye want tae gie us a haun tae promote Scots language readin, scrievin and speakin in Scots? We are lookin for a gallus, eident Scots speaker for the role o Scots Language Ootreach Co-ordinator.
Apply by 19 January! 👇
www.scottishbooktrust.com/about/vacanc...
Dae ye want tae gie us a haun tae promote Scots language readin, scrievin and speakin in Scots? We are lookin for a gallus, eident Scots speaker for the role o Scots Language Ootreach Co-ordinator.
Apply by 19 January! 👇
www.scottishbooktrust.com/about/vacanc...
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Seeing this pretty little shell among the stones and sand made me think of writing. Just a constant quest to pick out an idea and find a way to preserve it.
January 13, 2026 at 3:12 PM
Seeing this pretty little shell among the stones and sand made me think of writing. Just a constant quest to pick out an idea and find a way to preserve it.
Seeing this pretty little shell among the stones and sand made me think of writing. Just a constant quest to pick out an idea and find a way to preserve it.
January 13, 2026 at 3:12 PM
Seeing this pretty little shell among the stones and sand made me think of writing. Just a constant quest to pick out an idea and find a way to preserve it.
Starting to feel sorry for anyone who actually runs a book group and hopes to connect to an author.
January 13, 2026 at 12:38 PM
Starting to feel sorry for anyone who actually runs a book group and hopes to connect to an author.
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We've removed the paywall from this guide so everyone can access it. 👇 Stay safe.
Just days into 2026, the killing of 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good by a federal immigration officer in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has sparked protests around the US.
If you’re planning to protest, here’s how to safeguard your digital security.
If you’re planning to protest, here’s how to safeguard your digital security.
How to Protest Safely in the Age of Surveillance
Law enforcement has more tools than ever to track your movements and access your communications. Here’s how to protect your privacy if you plan to protest.
www.wired.com
January 8, 2026 at 6:35 PM
We've removed the paywall from this guide so everyone can access it. 👇 Stay safe.
I am very resistant to the idea that it’s now 2026.
January 8, 2026 at 12:42 PM
I am very resistant to the idea that it’s now 2026.
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If ye're a Scots speaker wi kennin o education, schuils an ootreach, ye micht be interestit in wirkin wi @scottishbooktrust.bsky.social an Scots Hoose Yaldi as a Scots Language Ootreach Co-ordinator.
www.scottishbooktrust.com/about/vacanc...
www.scottishbooktrust.com/about/vacanc...
Vacancy: Scots Language Ootreach Co-ordinator
We are a national charity bringing the benefits of reading and writing to everyone in Scotland.
www.scottishbooktrust.com
January 4, 2026 at 3:39 PM
If ye're a Scots speaker wi kennin o education, schuils an ootreach, ye micht be interestit in wirkin wi @scottishbooktrust.bsky.social an Scots Hoose Yaldi as a Scots Language Ootreach Co-ordinator.
www.scottishbooktrust.com/about/vacanc...
www.scottishbooktrust.com/about/vacanc...
Have a cat visitor over the holidays and she has been most helpful whenever anything needs done. Merry Christmas folks.
December 25, 2025 at 8:13 AM
Have a cat visitor over the holidays and she has been most helpful whenever anything needs done. Merry Christmas folks.
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Calling writers - my January short course is running from 5-16th Jan (£25). We’ll pack a lot into these sessions - a warm up, craft discussion (for editing practice), and three poems and prompts in 30 minutes. Join us to kick-start your writing in 2026! www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/marjories-...
Marjorie's Table January Short-Course
Ten Marjorie's Table workshops from 7:30-8am (+ recordings) from 5-16th January to kick-start your writing practice in 2026
www.eventbrite.co.uk
December 6, 2025 at 10:25 AM
Calling writers - my January short course is running from 5-16th Jan (£25). We’ll pack a lot into these sessions - a warm up, craft discussion (for editing practice), and three poems and prompts in 30 minutes. Join us to kick-start your writing in 2026! www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/marjories-...
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Awesome to see @fincramb.bsky.social and Sean Watson in this exciting gang!
So thrilled to announce this! Wonderful company to be in, can't wait to get my claws into our Scottish horror script
www.theportalarts.com/first-draft-...
www.theportalarts.com/first-draft-...
Introducing The First Draft Screenwriters - The Portal Arts
The Portal Arts and Screen Scotland are delighted to announce the first cohort selected for First Draft - Screen Scotland Talent Builder
www.theportalarts.com
December 15, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Awesome to see @fincramb.bsky.social and Sean Watson in this exciting gang!
Awesome to see @fincramb.bsky.social and Sean Watson in this exciting gang!
So thrilled to announce this! Wonderful company to be in, can't wait to get my claws into our Scottish horror script
www.theportalarts.com/first-draft-...
www.theportalarts.com/first-draft-...
Introducing The First Draft Screenwriters - The Portal Arts
The Portal Arts and Screen Scotland are delighted to announce the first cohort selected for First Draft - Screen Scotland Talent Builder
www.theportalarts.com
December 15, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Awesome to see @fincramb.bsky.social and Sean Watson in this exciting gang!
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So incredibly cool to be working in Mega-City One!
2000 AD Prog 2463 is out on 17th December, featuring MIKMAK'S BIG MEGA-CITY ADVENTURE by:
📝 Script: Ken Niemand
✏️ Art: Stref
🎨 Colours: @fincramb.bsky.social
💬 Letters: Annie Parkhouse
Subscribe now and get zarjaz free gifts ➡️ bit.ly/2Ws04uc
📝 Script: Ken Niemand
✏️ Art: Stref
🎨 Colours: @fincramb.bsky.social
💬 Letters: Annie Parkhouse
Subscribe now and get zarjaz free gifts ➡️ bit.ly/2Ws04uc
December 12, 2025 at 11:42 AM
So incredibly cool to be working in Mega-City One!
Love to see this take on Dreddfor the December issue of @2000ad.bsky.social
2000 AD Prog 2463 is out on 17th December, featuring MIKMAK'S BIG MEGA-CITY ADVENTURE by:
📝 Script: Ken Niemand
✏️ Art: Stref
🎨 Colours: @fincramb.bsky.social
💬 Letters: Annie Parkhouse
Subscribe now and get zarjaz free gifts ➡️ bit.ly/2Ws04uc
📝 Script: Ken Niemand
✏️ Art: Stref
🎨 Colours: @fincramb.bsky.social
💬 Letters: Annie Parkhouse
Subscribe now and get zarjaz free gifts ➡️ bit.ly/2Ws04uc
December 12, 2025 at 11:42 AM
Love to see this take on Dreddfor the December issue of @2000ad.bsky.social
it's a weird world where you can go from musing about whether you'd have a chance as a competitive popcorn eater to watching a video of the world record within a minute. But how much weirder will it be when all the videos are AI?
December 4, 2025 at 5:10 PM
it's a weird world where you can go from musing about whether you'd have a chance as a competitive popcorn eater to watching a video of the world record within a minute. But how much weirder will it be when all the videos are AI?
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International Day of Solidarity with Palestine
November 29, 2025 at 12:33 PM
International Day of Solidarity with Palestine
You head out to celebrate yer wee brother’s birthday and the menu thinks you’re in need of a trolling
November 25, 2025 at 10:09 AM
You head out to celebrate yer wee brother’s birthday and the menu thinks you’re in need of a trolling