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Sparrow F. Alden @sparrowgg.bsky.social · Nov 16

Hello, BlueSky.
I like to write stories; I like to encourage other people to write stories; I like to read stories.

I live with my wonderful wife, daughter, and dogs in the New Hampshire woods. The Elder Child and my Be'aspe live nearby.

I believe in libraries, integrity, kindness, & more stories.

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Sparrow F. Alden @sparrowgg.bsky.social · 4h

Yyyyyyyup!

Sparrow F. Alden @sparrowgg.bsky.social · 6h

#RelicWorld

The People: Twelve is such a nice number
Vealua: But twenty-three is such a nice number!
gLua: Thirteen! Thirteen!!

Sparrow F. Alden @sparrowgg.bsky.social · 8h

It's probably a good day to ramp up the information to ICE:

You probably wanna come after me. I look nothing like my surname.

And on your way to find me, please use all of your resources to shop locally: we've got some great small breweries, independent dairies, artisans around here!

Sparrow F. Alden @sparrowgg.bsky.social · 9h

While their grown ups made noises about chores and supplies, the children tended to the important magics of naming the clouds.

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Sparrow F. Alden @sparrowgg.bsky.social · 9h

Thank you, Jaye. May it be so.

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Sparrow F. Alden @sparrowgg.bsky.social · 10h

Good morning, Carol.

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Sparrow F. Alden @sparrowgg.bsky.social · 10h

This is *adorable* coffee!!!

thank you very much, Penny.

Sparrow F. Alden @sparrowgg.bsky.social · 10h

Good morning, Penny!

May I please have a fancy coffee today? I'm feelin' fancy!

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Sparrow F. Alden @sparrowgg.bsky.social · 10h

Absolutely delicious! I've brought some local goat cheese to share — perfect on those bagels!

Sparrow F. Alden @sparrowgg.bsky.social · 10h

Just beautiful! Thank you, Kinley 🦋 Brenda!

and good morning, #BreakfastCrew!

Sparrow F. Alden @sparrowgg.bsky.social · 10h

#PlotTober
#RelicWorld

Well, this point comes for Wyan in the last page of his story, but that's OK.

Generically, I could do this by a Character assuming that Protagonist *already is* what they will become. Or perhaps Protagonist looks into a still pond at his reflection and see the possibility.

Ange @gunsmile.bsky.social · 18h

#PlotTober Day 15: The midpoint

Answer the prompt on the card by quoting this post. Remember, answering a prompt is always optional. Even if you don't share it publicly, I hope the prompt encourages you to think about it privately.

#WritingCommunity #WritingPrompt #WriteSky

#PlotTober - a WIP plotting game by @gunsmile.bsky.social

15. The midpoint of the story serves two purposes: (1) it reveals critical information to the MC and (2) causes the MC to confront both who they used to be and who they need to become to grow, change, and/or achieve their goals. What are some ways you could do this?

Remember: Use the #PlotTober hashtag, engage with others, and have fun!

Sparrow F. Alden @sparrowgg.bsky.social · 10h

#LGBTQWriteAThon
#RelicWorld

Wyan? probably loves those salted & smoked squirrel bits that Kami makes. She browns them a little before they go to the smokehouse, so good.

AmaraJLynn💎🌌🌺GEMS & STAR FLOWERS coming soon! @amaralynn.bsky.social · 11h

#LGBTQWriteAThon October 15:

What's your MC's favorite treat?

#writesky #queerwriters #writers #lgbtqwriters

Image: a burnt orange background with two jack o' lanterns. Text: #LGBTQWriteAThon Use the tag and follow the feed on BlueSky! Tag @LGBTQWriteAThon in photos on Instagram! October 15: What's your MC's favorite treat? BlueSky: @amaralynn @rebeccafrostwrites.com Instagram: @LGBTQWriteAThon @amarajlynn @krakengoddess

Sparrow F. Alden @sparrowgg.bsky.social · 10h

#FantasyIndiesSpooktober 15
#RelicWorld

Me, I would dress as a galleon in thick fog.

FantasyIndiesSpooktober prompt for the 15th is What would you or your characters wear to a Hallowe'en ball?

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Sparrow F. Alden @sparrowgg.bsky.social · 10h

#SFFChat
#RelicWorld

Oh! it definitely should! Thanks for the prompt!

SFF Chat prompt for the 15th is "Does your world have any spooky holidays or traditions?"

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Sparrow F. Alden @sparrowgg.bsky.social · 10h

#WIPSnips
#RelicWorld

The girl said, “Watch!” and balanced her flower on the wellspring.
The friend so, so carefully added a second blossom to the burble. They watched for a moment, holding hands in imitation of the petals of the flowers.

✨#WIPSnips✨ A Daily Writing Share Tag @wipsnips.bsky.social · 15h

The #WIPSnips word for October 15th is "care"

#WriteSky #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts

#WIPSnips a bluesky writing community tag
October 15 - care
Share a line from your WIP with the daily word for inspiration
Use #WIPSnips. Don't forget Alt Text for graphics
Synonyms, variation and vibes are fine.
Support others on the #WIPSnips tag!
Hosted by rosie-j-potter.bsky.social

The image behind the text is a border that is black with stars with a light blue rectangle highlighted by a fuchsia line. An illustrated caticorn holding a pencil and writing in a book with a rose behind one ear is in the lower right corner

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Sparrow F. Alden @sparrowgg.bsky.social · 10h

#QueerPrompts
#RelicWorld

In at least one culture, it is expected for a young person to announce their change from the *child* pronoun the *adult* pronoun when they are ready for adult responsibilities.