Michael Merriam
@mmerriam.bsky.social
Blind. Author. Performer. Playwright. Screenwriter. Posts about artist life, disability, cute animals, and living in Minneapolis, MN. He/Him. #SFWA
My mother's ashes have been buried between her mother and father, and her stone has been set out at the little country cemetery in Albert/Oney, Oklahoma. My brother Brian Myers handled this part. He did a great job. Also, the vase with her flower glows in the dark. Just perfect for spooky season.
October 15, 2025 at 11:29 PM
My mother's ashes have been buried between her mother and father, and her stone has been set out at the little country cemetery in Albert/Oney, Oklahoma. My brother Brian Myers handled this part. He did a great job. Also, the vase with her flower glows in the dark. Just perfect for spooky season.
It's me! Congrats to all the finalists.
October 9, 2025 at 10:50 PM
It's me! Congrats to all the finalists.
Working and monitoring seven different screens at once. Like you do.
June 15, 2025 at 12:43 AM
Working and monitoring seven different screens at once. Like you do.
The Regal Floof wonders when I plan to refill the dog's snuffle mat.
June 1, 2025 at 1:18 PM
The Regal Floof wonders when I plan to refill the dog's snuffle mat.
Day two of @minicon-mnstf.bsky.social and I'm covered in raccoons.
April 19, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Day two of @minicon-mnstf.bsky.social and I'm covered in raccoons.
Selling books at @minicon-mnstf.bsky.social!
April 19, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Selling books at @minicon-mnstf.bsky.social!
Day two of 13 Gears. Pushing the Weird Westerns today.
April 6, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Day two of 13 Gears. Pushing the Weird Westerns today.
Strutting around like he owns the place.
January 20, 2025 at 9:40 PM
Strutting around like he owns the place.
Fergus update. Incredibly brave and curious. He is interested in Maddie, and she is about him, but anytime Maddie gets too close, Fergus gives a tiny hiss and Maddie backs off. He managed to topple my acoustic/electric bass last night. Playful, snuggly. Currently resting under the couch.
January 19, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Fergus update. Incredibly brave and curious. He is interested in Maddie, and she is about him, but anytime Maddie gets too close, Fergus gives a tiny hiss and Maddie backs off. He managed to topple my acoustic/electric bass last night. Playful, snuggly. Currently resting under the couch.
I need to read it one more time and send the approval.
January 18, 2025 at 4:53 PM
I need to read it one more time and send the approval.
Get somebody who looks at you the way Maddie looks at me when she wants to go on a walk.
January 10, 2025 at 3:19 AM
Get somebody who looks at you the way Maddie looks at me when she wants to go on a walk.
Squeaky toys on a dog
January 5, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Squeaky toys on a dog
Nebula nominations are open, and I have this novella eligible this year.
December 18, 2024 at 10:38 PM
Nebula nominations are open, and I have this novella eligible this year.
I'll be at the Nicollet Island Winter Market at the Nicollet Island Pavilion on Sunday, 12/15, from 10 to 4PM, selling books with @qospress.bsky.social ! Say hi and check out local vendors, food, music, and more!
December 7, 2024 at 3:32 PM
I'll be at the Nicollet Island Winter Market at the Nicollet Island Pavilion on Sunday, 12/15, from 10 to 4PM, selling books with @qospress.bsky.social ! Say hi and check out local vendors, food, music, and more!
Personal Assistant is laser focused on helping me with art career stuff.
December 1, 2024 at 11:43 PM
Personal Assistant is laser focused on helping me with art career stuff.
Llyr Merriam
2014-2024
He came from a dumpster. He was panicky about food. He was partially blind. He was not the brightest. He had a big purr. His health problems finally got him too young. We had an in-home euthanasia, trying to give him a bit of dignity and love at the end. Goodbye, dumpster cat.
2014-2024
He came from a dumpster. He was panicky about food. He was partially blind. He was not the brightest. He had a big purr. His health problems finally got him too young. We had an in-home euthanasia, trying to give him a bit of dignity and love at the end. Goodbye, dumpster cat.
November 23, 2024 at 12:56 AM
Llyr Merriam
2014-2024
He came from a dumpster. He was panicky about food. He was partially blind. He was not the brightest. He had a big purr. His health problems finally got him too young. We had an in-home euthanasia, trying to give him a bit of dignity and love at the end. Goodbye, dumpster cat.
2014-2024
He came from a dumpster. He was panicky about food. He was partially blind. He was not the brightest. He had a big purr. His health problems finally got him too young. We had an in-home euthanasia, trying to give him a bit of dignity and love at the end. Goodbye, dumpster cat.
Miss Maddie will let you boop the snoot if you extra boops.
November 22, 2024 at 2:45 AM
Miss Maddie will let you boop the snoot if you extra boops.
Award nominating season is upon us. My weird west novella Terror at Tierra de Cobre is eligible for the Hugo Award, the Locus Award, the Nebula Award, the Silver Spur, the Stoker, and the World Fantasy Award. You can get a copy here: queenofswordspress.com/product/terr...
October 24, 2024 at 12:41 AM
Award nominating season is upon us. My weird west novella Terror at Tierra de Cobre is eligible for the Hugo Award, the Locus Award, the Nebula Award, the Silver Spur, the Stoker, and the World Fantasy Award. You can get a copy here: queenofswordspress.com/product/terr...
Let's sell books!
September 21, 2024 at 1:29 PM
Let's sell books!
Set up at BoomCon! Come on down.
August 10, 2024 at 8:47 PM
Set up at BoomCon! Come on down.
Llyr trying to keep his chonky bulk in the sunbeam.
June 24, 2024 at 11:31 PM
Llyr trying to keep his chonky bulk in the sunbeam.
I have a new writing mascot. She has an articulated body and is adorable.
June 4, 2024 at 7:59 PM
I have a new writing mascot. She has an articulated body and is adorable.