Jade McStar
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Jade McStar
@jademcstar.bsky.social
Sci-Fi/Fantasy Writer. Blogger. Beta Reader on Fiverr. Gaming hobbyist. Some day author of books.
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#WritingInJanuary
One flaw your mc hides from everyone
Jokull does have a flaw he keeps from most. Elaborating, would be spoilers.

Tezzy does have a temper. Most times he keeps it under control. There was a time he melted a man's face off with his magic.
#writersofbluesky #Sci-Fi #fantasy
January 22, 2026 at 4:32 PM
#fantasyindiesjanuary
Where do you draw inspiration from?
Dreams, books, movies, and video games mostly.
Mielea's Lost has some similar starwars tech in it. The jobs on the ship are very similar to star trek.
Project Phoenix, is set in my D&D campaign's version of Asgard.
#writesky #booksky
January 22, 2026 at 4:23 PM
#FantasyIndiesJanuary
Who does your MC look up to?
Jokull has had several mentors in his life time. His first was his grandfather. He raised him, taught him how to be a diplomat.
His other two mentors are Captain Jaxton and Captain Atticus. They helped shape him for his current responsibilities.
January 21, 2026 at 10:07 PM
#FantasyIndiesJanuary
Your hobbies
Besides writing and reading, I love D&D and playing MTG. I have been a DM for eight or nine years now. I got back into MTG about 2 years ago at this point. In some of my fantasy WIPs, D&D and MTG are big inspiration pulls.
#writersofbluesky #Sci-Fi #fantasy
January 20, 2026 at 4:19 PM
#writinginjanuary
Random sentence without context
From Mielea's Lost: "You know I would rather eat my own shoes than ask from your help."
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January 20, 2026 at 4:03 PM
#FantasyIndiesJanuary
Characters weaknesses?
Jokull perfers to talk out situations when possible. Which to some is seen as weak.

For Tezzy, he can be too trusting, doesn't ask enough questions.
#writersofbluesky #Sci-Fi #fantasy #booksky #writesky
January 19, 2026 at 7:36 PM
#WritinginJanuary
One thing about my book before reading it.
The second chapter of Mielea's Lost has politics in it, but that is not the entire books plot.
#writersofbluesky #Sci-Fi #fantasy #booksky #writesky
January 17, 2026 at 4:59 PM
#WritingInJanuary
Characters wardrobe inspiration.
In Mielea's Lost, a side character, Phyffer, has the same hairstyle, jacket and shoes as the 10th Doctor. It's a nod to my nerdy side. Maejorie has a very specific leather bomber jacket and also the red converse shoes. #writersofbluesky
January 16, 2026 at 7:52 PM
#FantasyIndiesJanuary
Free Friday
Earlier this week, I finished Project Phoenix's rough draft. Letting it sit a bit before I start the next draft. It's going to need alot of work but I already have notes on how to do it. #writersofbluesky #Sci-Fi #fantasy #booksky #writesky
January 16, 2026 at 7:27 PM
#FantasyIndiesJanuary
What do you want to improve on this year?
In writing- description and show verses tell.
Otherwise, better time management. I can do it well at work. When I get home most days my brain goes: 'nope. I wish to veg out. Leave me be.'
#writersofbluesky ##Sci-Fi #fantasy #booksky
January 14, 2026 at 3:26 PM
#WritingInJanuary
Mc being called an idiot sandwich

Jokull would roll his eyes and laugh Gordon Ramsey's face.

Tezzy on the other hand would be like 'hold my beer'. Then proceed to use everything in the kitchen as a weapon against Ramsey.
#writersofbluesky #Sci-Fi #fantasy #booksky #writesky
January 12, 2026 at 3:55 PM
#FantasyIndiesJanuary
Indie shout out!
I found this awesome indies group back in 2022. I was on the fence about if should continue writing or not. Seeing everyone else's journey kept me going. Now this year I have a book going to an editor. Thank you! This group rocks!
January 12, 2026 at 3:47 PM
#WritinginJanuary
When did your MC know their love interest were different from the others.
For Jokull, it took a near death experience.
For Tezzy, he recognized the feelings for someone else after grieving for so long over his first love. He knew he would be ok to love again.
#Sci-Fi #fantasy
January 11, 2026 at 3:47 PM
#FantasyIndiesJanuary
Interesting lore in WIP
In Mielea's Lost, there is a species that is unable to shape shift, and instead are able to control all magics. It has its limits. Bigger feats require more energy so, the person will become exhausted if teleporting via magic. #fantasy #sci-fi
January 11, 2026 at 3:35 PM
#WritinginJanuary
Family vs found Family
In Mielea's Lost, there is alot of found family foundations that start.
Jokull considers his crew like family. His half sister works with him daily.
Most of his blood relatives are either dead or in jail.
#writersofbluesky #fantasy #sci-fi #writesky
January 10, 2026 at 7:05 PM
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Show a teaser of your book
Here's a snippet of Project Phoenix
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January 9, 2026 at 7:43 PM
#FantasyIndiesJanuary
Free Friday
Im very close to finishing the rough draft of Project Phoenix. The next version will need a lot of work, but that what's a rough draft is for.
#writersofbluesky #Sci-Fi #fantasy #booksky #writesky
January 9, 2026 at 7:33 PM
#WritinginJanuary
Share the climax of your story with one gif
Since I couldn't find one I wanted for Mielea's Lost. I will share one that fits Project Phoenix instead.
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January 8, 2026 at 4:36 PM
#FantasyIndiesJanuary
Your writing strengths
Writing Dialogue. I also like to believe my MCs are relatable. Other than that, I'm not sure. #writersofbluesky #Sci-Fi #fantasy #booksky #writesky
January 8, 2026 at 4:01 PM
#FantasyIndiesJanuary
First line of your WIP
Made new graphics for today. First lines of both current WIPs.
#writersofbluesky #Sci-Fi #fantasy #booksky #writesky
January 7, 2026 at 4:20 PM
#WritinginJanuary
Is story driven by romance?
In Mielea's Lost, there is a few side plots with romance but it not center stage.
In Project Phoenix, for Tezzy there is romance. His first love is taken from him and he eventually heals enough to trust his heart to another. #fantasy #sci-fi
January 4, 2026 at 5:09 PM
#FantasyIndiesJanuary
MC's Goals
Jokull's main goals are to bring back the colonists and get home in one piece.
For Project Phoenix, Tezzy's main goal is to take down a fell deities acolyte that wants to obtain ultimate power.
#writersofbluesky #Sci-Fi #fantasy #booksky #writesky
January 4, 2026 at 4:59 PM
#writinginjanuary
Does your MC begin journey prepared or reluctantly?
Jokull and his crew were prepared for some things. Getting shot down wasn't one of them.

In Project Phoenix, Tezzy never thought a family member would try to kill him and it takes time to recover from it. #Sci-Fi #fantasy
January 3, 2026 at 7:29 PM
#WritingInJanuary
Mc's Wardrobe and weapon of choice
Jokull is either in his captain's uniform or dress clothes. Perfered weapon are his laser pistol and his ice magic.

Tezzy likes material that blood can be easily removed. He punches everything and catches things on fire.
#booksky #writesky
January 2, 2026 at 7:57 PM
#FantasyIndiesJanuary
What are you looking forward too this year?
Finally getting Mielea's Lost into a real editors hands. Self edit only goes so far.
Im looking forward to seeing what pleasant surprises happen this year.
#writersofbluesky #Sci-Fi #fantasy #booksky #writesky
January 2, 2026 at 7:44 PM