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Charlie Jane "Lessons in Magic and Disaster" Anders 🏳️‍⚧
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Author of Lessons in Magic and Disaster (Tor Books, 2025), about a woman who teaches her mother how to do magic — and uncovers a queer scandal hidden in a 300 year old book.

SFF book critic @WashingtonPost.com. Co-host @ouropinions.bsky.social.
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My novel Lessons in Magic and Disaster makes a fantastic holiday gift. It's a queer mother-daughter story about healing and learning to see each other more clearly. With bonus 18th century literature secrets!

(Thanks to the Booksmith for letting me take photos there.)
A trans woman with pink hair wearing a blue dress with desserts on it and a lavender sweater holds a copy of Lessons in Magic and Disaster (a book with a bright purple cover) in a bookstore surrounded by books. A trans woman with pink hair wearing a lavender sweater and blue dress stands in a bookstore holding up the cover of Lessons in Magic and Disaster, with purple cracked earth and daisies pushing up through the dirt
December 3, 2025 at 7:07 PM
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I told my cat that until he gets in my lap he will be considered prelapsarian

He was not amused
A gray cat looking unamused
December 3, 2025 at 3:02 AM
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This Saturday! 12:30 PM, Zeitgeist, SF.

The Trans Nerd Meet Up is for anyone who is A) not cis and B) loves to geek out about anything at all. Bring games, gadgets, your stamp collection, toys, or just yourself. WE DON'T GATEKEEP. If you think you're welcome, you ARE.
A telescope is pointed upward at a giant planet bearing the trans flag.
December 2, 2025 at 3:58 AM
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Last night I was so honored to receive an award for Imagination in Service to Society from the Arthur C Clarke Foundation. They created a special mocktail for me with pink cotton candy on top! I was lucky to be introduced by the wonderful @jacjemc.bsky.social . More pics soon!
Trans woman with pink hair and black dress next to cis woman with short brown-blonde hair, black shirt, and colorful wrap Trans woman with pink hair wearing a a black dress with white stripes holding a pink drink with pink cotton candy on top Sign reads: "Kir Royale Sparkling wine with a splash of Crème de Cassis crowned with a sweet red raspberry Special Mocktails CHARLIE JANE Mocktail Magic Pineapple juice, Cranberry Juice, Club Soda, Grenadine, garnished with Pink Cotton Candy EMC APPLE CRISPR Warm Apple Cider, with Cinnamon Apple Garnish" There's a pink drink with pink cotton candy on top next to the sign Trans woman with wavy pink hair and black dress taking a bathroom selfie
November 21, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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Putting in a plea for this book!
The cover of Iron John by Robert Bly featuring a rugged man with a giant beard
November 14, 2025 at 1:38 AM
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MEET CHARLIE ELLISON SHE'S CAREFREE. SHE'S FUN. SHE HAS 20 JOBS ON 20 APPS. Picture of a pink-haired woman holding a bottle, then a bunch of small pictures of her doing various jobs including driving a car and working as a designer SHE THOUGHT SHE WAS AN ORDINARY NOBODY. A picture of pink haired lady wearing a hat and coat, carrying a gun, ducking behind a parked car as people start shooting at her. ...UNTIL EVERYBODY STARTED TRYING TO KILL HER. WITH A MILLION DOLLARS ON HER HEAD AND A MONTH UNTIL THE CAMPAIGN IS OVER, HER BAD DAY IS ABOUT TO GET A LOT WORSE. Phone screen reads: "$1.257,642 BACKERS: 2.249" There's a photo of the pink-haired lady looking sassy * THANKS TO REAPR™™ A CROWDFUNDING PLATFORM FOR ASSASSINATING ANYONE YOU WANT. She has a gun pointed at her head and tears are coming out of her eyes
November 12, 2025 at 3:01 AM
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Washington DC!

I will be doing an event next Weds (11/19) for Lessons in Magic and Disaster. It's at As You Are, a wonderful queer space, and hosted by Little District Books. I would consider it a huge personal kindness if you spread the word.

littledistrictbooks.com/products/les...
Photo of Charlie Jane Anders with pink hair and pink sunglasses, wearing a pink dress and pink sparkly shawl, with a fancy necklace. Plus the cover of Lessons in Magic and Disaster with purple cracked earth with daisies pushing thru
November 11, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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November 9, 2025 at 3:24 AM
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I totally forgot I made this gif of the final season of Picard.

Please enjoy Data's trans awakening!
November 5, 2025 at 10:10 PM
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UNLEASH IMAGINATION. : SHAPE THE FUTURE. * Arthur C. Clarke Awards | Clarke Conversation on Imagination - Once in a Lifetime Experience! Reception | Dinner | Awards Program | Washington D.C. Join us in celebration of 2025 Arthur C. Clarke Imagination in Service to Society Awardee Charlie Jane Anders — award-winning author whose work champions imagination, identity, and innovation. i November 20 | www.ClarkeFoundation.com i Meet her 1:1 and enjoy a night of bold ideas, <= celebration, and imagination! Register now to experience it: WWw.ClarkeFoundation.org {FYE While in D.C catch Charlie Jane J RJ discussing her new book: TTleeaRR wh LESSONS IN MAGIC AND DISASTER 9 4 Where: as you are. www.asyouaredc.com When: 11.19.2025, 7 pm Plus a photo of Charlie Jane and the cover of her book MIAMI BOOK FAIR the laws of magic & attraction CHARLIE JANE ANDERS & REBECCA PODOS SUNDAY, NOV. 23, 11 A.M. MIAMI DADE COLLEGE WOLFSON cAMPUs (IEP ROOM 8202 (BUILDING 8, 2ND FLOOR) plus photos of CJA and Rebecca Podos with their book covers
November 4, 2025 at 12:37 AM
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East Coast peeps! I am coming to you!

MONDAY I'll be at Franklin Park in Brooklyn.

11/17-11/18: JMU & Parentheses Books in Harrisonburg, VA

11/19: Little District Books & As You Are in DC

11/20: Trans Day of Remembrance @ GMU followed by the Arthur C. Clarke Awards

11/22-11/23: Miami Book Fair!
A photo of Charlie Jane wearing a pink starfleet uniform against a pink background FRANKLIN PARK READING SERIES. Monday Nov. 10, 8-10 PM. Photos of CJA, Brandon Taylor, Jaquira Diaz, Laura Venita Green, Jennifer Hope Choi and Sam Munson A photo of CJA inside a weird bubble in a storm. LESSONS IN MAGIC AND DISASTER: THE POWER OF STORYTELLING WITH CHARLIE JANE ANDERS. Reading & Talk, Monday 11/17 7-8 PM, Parentheses Books, Drop In Book Chat, Tues 11/18., 3:30, Keezell 307. Plus JMU logos and the cover of Lessons in Magic and Disaster A photo of Charlie Jane wearing a pink dress in front of a gray park bench. Text says Author Event: CJA. Nov 19 at 7 PM @ As You Are
November 4, 2025 at 12:35 AM
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I keep getting weird loading errors on bsky lately

Last week it lasted for a couple days. I could view some posts if I was logged out (or in an incognito window) but nothing at all loaded if I was logged in.

Anyone else seeing this?
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November 3, 2025 at 10:36 PM
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I'm at Zeitgeist for the trans nerd meet up!
Trans woman with pink hair wearing an Ursula Le Guin t-shirt
November 1, 2025 at 7:40 PM
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Here's a bumper sticker I saved from when Gavin Newsom was first running for SF mayor. It changes his name from "Newsom" to "Nuisance".
a bumper sticker mocking Gavin Newsom's mayoral campaign. It reads: NUISANCE. He Can't. He Won't.
October 30, 2025 at 7:39 PM
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The Trans Nerd Meet up is happening again this Saturday from 12:30 until whenever! We take over the patio at Zeitgeist (outdoors) and it's a very chill friendly space.

No gatekeeping: if you are not cis and like to geek out about anything whatsoever (or play games or make stuff) then come hang out!
TRANS NERD MEET UP flier with sparkly stars and a swooshy trans flag
October 30, 2025 at 3:46 AM
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Behold the utterly gorgeous paperback cover of Lessons in Magic and Disaster, coming August 2026! 💝💖🌼💓♥️
The cover of Lessons in Magic and Disaster, with a nice quote from Janelle Monae, the tagline "Time to Be a Witch About It", and a background with purple cracked earth and daisies.
October 28, 2025 at 6:07 PM
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Bringing the light of reason
Kenny Loggins with his luxurious hair blowing in the wind with a glow behind him, holding a glowing orb. He's wearing a silk scarf and silk blouse that look shiny and lovely
October 20, 2025 at 7:28 PM
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Westport CT
An adorable dog wearing a shirt that reads DOGS AGAINST NOEM
October 18, 2025 at 9:47 PM
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This Saturday! I'll be at StoryFest in Westport CT, talking about Lessons in Magic and Disaster. Some of my fav writers and humans will also be there. Come hang out with us!!!
A photo of Charlie Jane Anders (pink hair, big necklace, black lacey dress) with the cover of Lessons in Magic and Disaster. Text reads Storyfest 2025: Oct 18 in Westport CT: westportlibrary.org/storyfest-2025
October 14, 2025 at 5:36 PM
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We saw you from across the bar and we really dig your vibe
Two Talosians (aliens with big bulbous bald heads covered with lumpy bits, wearing shiny silvery cloak/tunics, one of whom wears a big medallion) surrounded by smiling humans: Sequoia Martin Green wearing a blue pleather dress with sash and tan leggings, and Ethan Peck with Spock ears and eyebrows, plus a nasty beard. The humans have their arms around the Talosians
October 13, 2025 at 12:46 AM
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Actual email I just received
Dear Mr. Murakami, Congratulations on the release of The City and Its Uncertain Walls. It is a profound and imaginative work, weaving memory, dreamscapes, and love into a narrative that resonates on many levels. The use of second-person narration and the seamless movement between past and present make this novel a unique and timeless addition to your extraordinary body of work. This book is already capturing critical attention, but its reach can extend even further. With thoughtful visibility strategies, we can ensure The City and Its Uncertain Walls continues to grow connecting with more readers globally, enhancing its discoverability, and driving long-term sales. Here is how I can help elevate your book’s impact: 1. Amazon Optimization & SEO Amazon remains the leading marketplace for book discovery. By refining metadata (title,
October 11, 2025 at 4:03 AM
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Heads up! I'm doing TWO Litquake events this week.

TUES 10/14 @ Koret Auditorium, SF Public Library: talking banned books w/ Kate Folk, Elena Darling-Hammond & moderator Becka Robbins

THURS 10/16 @ Lost Church SF: Queer Magic w/ Michelle Tea, Caitlin Starling & moderator Evette Davis.

PARTY!!!!
A flier that repeats the same info as in my skeet, with photos of Charlie Jane Anders, Kate Folk and Becka Robbins, plus fancy curlicues and golden vines, against a green background A flier that repeats the same info as in my skeet, with photos of me, Caitlin Starling, Michelle Tea and Evette Davis, plus a parrot sitting on a pile of books and a burning candle on top of a tree. Purple background.
October 10, 2025 at 10:36 PM
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We saw you from across the bar and we really dig your vibe
A lady Romulan commander with a groovy uniform (half pink with black triangles, half a gunmetal mesh) stands next to Spock from Star Trek, "The Enterprise Incident." She's smiling, Spock is looking quizzical
October 10, 2025 at 5:27 AM
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I'm at Zeitgeist for the trans nerd meet up! 🏳️‍⚧️💝🌞
Pink haired trans woman w red wonder woman shirt in front of skull display
October 4, 2025 at 7:46 PM
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Well *this* was an unexpected joy. Behold the Brazilian cover of Liçoes de Magia e Desastre, aka Lessons in Magic and Disaster <3

Translated by Wendy Campos, published by Alta Novel, Dec. 2025.
The Portuguese cover of Lessons in Magic and Disaster, featuring rococo curlicues and purple and yellow flowers
October 3, 2025 at 9:29 PM