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I adore this book. The illustrations are sublime. Spellbound: A new witch's guide to crafting the future by Chaweon Koo. Inspiring and gorgeous.

#WitchSky #occultsky

Red book cover with the title Spell Bound by Chaweon Koo.The words,"A new witch's guide to crafting the feature", is repeated in white lettering around the edges.

Illustration from with the title Spell Bound by Chaweon Kooof 4 beautiful women standing in front of a tree. There are the symbols for Male and female canned into the true. Above the women is a heading stating,"And the world has watched, mesmerized". On the bottom right, there's a passage.

A gorgeous illustration from the book titled Spell Bound by Chaweon Koo. It is a drawing Of a women heads and six arms. To the right of her are the sun surround by the planets.

March 26, 2025 at 10:05 PM

Laura Williams, author

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Reading about the world around us is a fundamental form of activism.
##Booksky #writersky #authors&writing #writingcommunity #SFFwriting/writers #writingandbooks #paranormalromance

A close-up photograph of a typewriter with a sheet of paper inserted. Typed text on the paper reads, "Literature is dangerous: It awakens a rebellious attitude in us. — Mario Vargas Llosa." The typebars and ribbon mechanism are visible at the bottom of the image, and the website "laurawilliamsauthor.com" is printed along the bottom margin. The overall tone is monochromatic, evoking a sense of intensity and contemplation.

March 26, 2025 at 4:48 PM

Laura Williams, author

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Ukrainian soldier and author, Oleg Veretskiy's new book finally reaches him at the front lines.
Check out olegveretskiy.com/tales-of-the...

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March 24, 2025 at 7:42 PM

Laura Williams, author

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If your kid is acting crabby, put him in some water. My grandson at the beach in Melbourne, FL. I was there visiting my son. #photography

Photograph by Laura Williams of a young boy with sun-kissed skin and wet, tousled hair runs through the foamy waves at the beach. He is shirtless and wearing black swim trunks with a tropical pattern. His arms are outstretched as he looks back toward the crashing surf, mid-motion, with the blue ocean stretching out behind him. The scene captures the energy and excitement of playing in the waves on a sunny day.

March 20, 2025 at 2:36 PM

Laura Williams, author

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Booksky #writersky #authors&writing #writingcommunity #writingandbooks #WitchSky

whimsical, celestial-themed digital illustration featuring an open book floating in a starry night sky, its pages glowing with handwritten text. A quill pen, also suspended in the air, appears to be writing in the book, symbolizing creativity and dreams. The background consists of deep blue hues with twinkling golden stars and soft clouds. Overlaying the image is the quote: 'Dreams are the illusions in the book your soul is writing about you.' The website laurawilliamsauthor.com is subtly displayed at the bottom.

March 20, 2025 at 2:01 PM

Laura Williams, author

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My special hardcover first edition of Tales of the Wandering Mists arrived! It's gorgeous! Ukrainian soldier, Oleg Veretskiy, is a brilliant storyteller. Check out olegveretskiy.com/tales-of-the...
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March 16, 2025 at 5:06 PM

Laura Williams, author

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Isn't that the truth? Personally, l enjoy disturbing others. #authors&writing #writingcommunity #SFFwriting/writers #writingandbooks #paranormalromance #WitchSky

A minimalist black-and-white graphic design split into two equal halves. The left side has a white background with bold black text that reads: 'Living your naked truth will always.' The right side has a black background with white text that reads: 'disturb those living a well-dressed lie.' The contrasting colors emphasize the message of authenticity versus deception. At the bottom center of the image, the website laurawilliamsauthor.com is subtly displayed.

March 12, 2025 at 2:59 PM

Laura Williams, author

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Steampunk Festival, Mount Dora, FL #photography

A vintage phrenology bust is adorned with a black steampunk-style top hat decorated with brass goggles and peacock feathers. The display is set on a cluttered table filled with antique and steampunk-inspired items, including brass instruments and a glass-domed contraption. The background is filled with an assortment of objects and a partially visible person wearing a dark coat and a colorful shirt, enhancing the eclectic, steampunk aesthetic of the scene. Photograph by Laura Williams.

March 9, 2025 at 9:43 PM

Laura Williams, author

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I'm reading this one and I love it so much. It's gorgeous, beautifully written, and full of knowledge and advice!

March 8, 2025 at 6:20 PM

Laura Williams, author

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Oleg Veretskiy, is a Ukrainian defender on the front lines and an author of children's books. "Tales off the Wandering Mists" just launched by @piercepress! Net proceeds will help the children & animals of Ukraine. Read to learn more. #writers #BookSky #Ukraine
olegveretskiy.com/tales-of-the...

Cover of the children's book, "Takes off the Wandering Mists",by Oleg Veretskiy. The book shows gold lettering and purple background with sparkles. An older man and a young girl or walking through a glowing doorway. The cover is whimsical and imaginative.

March 8, 2025 at 1:14 AM

Laura Williams, author

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Sometimes this is hard to remember.
#authors&writing #writingcommunity #SFFwriting/writers #writingandbooks #paranormalromance #WitchSky

A celestial-themed digital design featuring a pair of ornate golden angel wings floating against a dark starry night sky. Below the wings, an inspirational quote is written in an elegant, gold-colored font: 'A psychologist wrote in a book, even if you are an angel, there will be people who will be disturbed by the sound of your wings.' He used this phrase to make it clear that other people’s perceptions and emotions have nothing to do with you.' The message emphasizes self-acceptance and the independence of personal worth from external opinions. At the bottom of the image, the website laurawilliamsauthor.com is subtly displayed.

March 6, 2025 at 9:10 PM

Laura Williams, author

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I'm currently reading The Witch's Herbal Apothecary by Marysia Miernowska. I absolutely love the book. The writing is wonderful. The thoughtfulness between the two covers filled with knowledge is inspiring. The illustrations are gorgeous, as well. #WitchSky

The book cover of The Witch’s Herbal Apothecary by Marysia Miernowska features a deep blue background with intricate white botanical and mystical illustrations. The title is displayed in gold lettering, with the subtitle, 'Rituals & Recipes for a Year of Earth Magick and Sacred Medicine Making,' in smaller white text beneath it. Above and below the title, phases of the moon are depicted in a soft, glowing white. The ornate line drawings include flowers, leaves, a snake, and celestial symbols, evoking themes of nature, herbalism, and magic

March 6, 2025 at 1:15 AM

Laura Williams, author

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Really, really strange magic. 😜 #authors&writing #writingcommunity #SFFwriting/writers #writingandbooks #paranormalromance #WitchSky

A mystical digital illustration of a silhouetted woman standing in a flowing gown, her long hair billowing, against the backdrop of a luminous full moon. The scene is bathed in deep blue hues, with twinkling stars and glowing particles scattered throughout the air, evoking an ethereal, magical atmosphere. The text overlay reads: 'It took me awhile to accept it, but I am strange magic, not meant for all to understand.' Below the text, a website URL, laurawilliamsauthor.com, is subtly displayed.

March 6, 2025 at 1:09 AM

Laura Williams, author

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This is not the time to look away. They do mean you,too. #Art #Booksky #authors&writing #writingcommunity #SFFwriting/writers #writingandbooks #paranormalromance #photography #WitchSky #history

A black-and-white photograph of Audre Lorde is set against a vibrant background featuring bold floral patterns in yellow and blue, with a red circular design behind her head. She is wearing a patterned blouse. A quote in white and yellow text reads:
"To refuse to participate in the shaping of our future is to give it up. Do not be misled into passivity either by false security (they don’t mean me) or by despair (there’s nothing we can do). Each of us must find our work and do it."
— Audre Lorde, Learning from the 60s (1982).
The image includes the watermark “MEMES DREAMS & REFLECTIONS” in the top right corner.

March 5, 2025 at 12:18 AM

Laura Williams, author

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If everyone did one small thing we can make a difference. Make a phone call. Write a letter (crazy idea, right?). Send an email. Educate someone. Imagine the force we could build by doing one small thing. #authorsandwriters #politics #feminism #writingcommunity #Witchsky #history

Illustration from The Lorax by Dr. Seuss, showing the Lorax standing on a tree stump, with text that reads: "Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not."

February 26, 2025 at 2:43 PM

Laura Williams, author

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Not even joking. #authorsandwriters #authors #writingcommunity #Witchsky

Meme of two adorable illustrated vintage kittens with chat bubbles. One kitten asks,"How are you doing?" The second Kitten replies, "The Rage Consumes Me." Text at bottom- Earthy Herbs @canna.pothecary

February 23, 2025 at 3:55 PM

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#authors&writing #writingcommunity #SFFwriting/writers #writingandbooks #paranormalromance #WitchSky

photo of a book page with a poem about a late-diagnosed woman carrying the inner child who never fit into the world. Includes text: laurawilliamsauthor.co

February 20, 2025 at 4:20 PM

Laura Williams, author

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Before I moved out here to the forest I lived across the street from this lake.

A photograph by Laura Williams, looking from a dock across Lake Eustis in Eustis, FL, under a stunning blue sky.

February 19, 2025 at 7:05 PM

Laura Williams, author

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#Booksky #authors&writing #writingcommunity #SFFwriting/writers #writingandbooks #paranormalromance #WitchSky

“Love makes your soul crawl out from its hiding place.” quote from Zora Neale Hurston on a dark background with dried roses. The website laurawilliamsauthor.com is displayed at the bottom.

February 19, 2025 at 12:46 PM

Laura Williams, author

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#authors&writing #writingcommunity #SFFwriting/writers #writingandbooks

Soft pink background with sparkling bokeh lights. The quote by Emily Dickinson reads, “I know nothing in the world that has as much power as a word. Sometimes I write one, and I look at it until it begins to shine.” The website laurawilliamsauthor.com is displayed at the bottom.

February 17, 2025 at 7:55 PM

Laura Williams, author

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#Booksky #authors&writing #writingcommunity #SFFwriting/writers #writingandbooks #paranormalromance

The image shows an open book, with a reflection, on a background. The text reads, "Between the pages of a book is a lovely place to be. At the bottom of the image is the website, "laurawillamsauthor.com"

February 17, 2025 at 2:15 AM

Laura Williams, author

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This is no joke. I was diagnosed in my 40s when I enrolled in college. I can't imagine how my life would have been different when I went through school. I wonder who I would be today.

I hope someone reads this and makes a doctor's appointment to set help. ❤
#ADHD #writers #authors #artists

February 13, 2025 at 3:26 PM