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Shawn Pryor
@shawnrpryor.bsky.social
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Writer. FAST BREAK from FSG/Macmillan, 2026. He/Him. Repped by K. Sonnack of the Andrea Brown Literacy Agency.

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Tomorrow I'll be at BOOKS BY THE BANKS @ the Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library from 10am to 4pm! I'll have copies of my latest book series, "Taekwondo Academy," and a selection of other books from my catalog.

I'll also be hosting a Graphic Novels panel at 12:30pm.

Hope to see you there.
A promotional image for BOOKS BY THE BANKS, Cincinnati, Ohio's regional books festival, taking place November 15th. The image features a headshot of author Shawn Pryor, wearing an orange sweater. Two of his books are featured in the promotional image: Taekwondo Academy-Movie Meetup and The Cook Who Defended Pearl Harbor-A Graphic Novel Biography of Doris "Dorie" Miller.
November 14, 2025 at 3:53 PM
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chanda.blacksky.app
On the one hand Bluesky leadership digitally disappearing people from their platform is just one platform but on the other hand digitally disappearing people with no explanation is fucked up and scary from a platform that has millions of users
November 11, 2025 at 8:17 PM
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courtneymilan.com
Hey @support.bsky.team What is going on with Sarah Kendzior? Why was she suspended with no explanation? Are you doing this to lesser-known people that we’re never going to find out about?
November 11, 2025 at 3:50 PM
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iniquitousfish.bsky.social
Take the wins where you can.
aclu.org ACLU @aclu.org · 5d
BREAKING: The Supreme Court denied an attempt to challenge Obergefell v. Hodges, the case affirming marriage equality nationwide.

Our freedom to marry remains the law of the land.
November 10, 2025 at 7:24 PM
shawnrpryor.bsky.social
Welp, time for a 256 oz. drum of coffee.
November 10, 2025 at 2:33 PM
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killianfantasy.bsky.social
I am actively looking for a decent paying remote job (publishing or publishing adjacent would be 👌🏾) but in the meantime ⬇️
A drawing of a Black woman standing next to a movie poster featuring a pirate holding a noble woman close and brandishing a sword. The Black woman is wearing a red jacket, black and white shirt, and dark jeans. Her natural hair is tied up with a teal scarf. The text on the fake movie poster reads: Sarah A. Macklin is... Looking For Work. hiresarahamacklin@gmail.com. The website sarahamacklin.com is in graffiti near the bottom of the wall.
August 19, 2024 at 2:24 PM
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leximcmenamin.com
thank you for all the support; the statement from our union is now live here with some more reporting.

now that this is public I can confirm that the majority of today’s layoffs were women of color. there are no longer any Black women working at Teen Vogue.
November 3, 2025 at 11:25 PM
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shawnrpryor.bsky.social
On Halloween, I was featured on KET's "Kentucky Edition" to discuss my writing career, the Kentucky Book Festival, and my work with Kentucky Humanities. 😊

You can find the full interview at ket.org/program/kent...
November 3, 2025 at 3:15 PM
shawnrpryor.bsky.social
On Halloween, I was featured on KET's "Kentucky Edition" to discuss my writing career, the Kentucky Book Festival, and my work with Kentucky Humanities. 😊

You can find the full interview at ket.org/program/kent...
November 3, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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solomonmissouri.bsky.social
October 31, 2025 at 7:24 AM
shawnrpryor.bsky.social
Did an interview today.
A picture of me sitting down, smiling at the camera, with a KET sign stands behind me.
October 30, 2025 at 7:26 PM
shawnrpryor.bsky.social
KAIJU UNLEASHED celebrates its Bookaversary today! If you enjoy Kaiju in all of its many forms, pick up a copy today at geni.us/KaijuUnleashed

Thanks again to Quarto Books/Epic Ink for letting me write about something that has sparked my imagination since childhood. #kaiju #godzilla #mothra #books
October 29, 2025 at 7:24 PM
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shawnrpryor.bsky.social
I'll be a guest at this year's KENTUCKY BOOK FESTIVAL this Saturday at the Lexington Joseph-Beth Booksellers location, from 9am to 3pm.

Hope to see you there!
A picture featuring a headshot of author/writer Shawn Pryor, one of the many featured guests at the Kentucky Book Festival, which takes place on Saturday. The picture also features two of the books that he has written; Taekwondo Academy: New Kid At The Dojang, and The Cook Who Defended Pearl Harbor: A Graphic Novel Biography of Doris "Dorie" Miller.
October 27, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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shawnrpryor.bsky.social
I was a guest on a recent episode of the Monster Movie Fun Time Go podcast, where I and host Precious D discuss "The Thing from Another World" (1951).

Enjoy!

www.mmftg.com/31-days-of-h...
31 Days of Horror, 2025: Day 26 - The Thing from Another World (1951)
Shawn Pryor , author of Kaiju Unleashed , returns to talk about the first adaptation of Who Goes There by John W. Campbell Jr.
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October 27, 2025 at 6:35 PM
shawnrpryor.bsky.social
I was a guest on a recent episode of the Monster Movie Fun Time Go podcast, where I and host Precious D discuss "The Thing from Another World" (1951).

Enjoy!

www.mmftg.com/31-days-of-h...
31 Days of Horror, 2025: Day 26 - The Thing from Another World (1951)
Shawn Pryor , author of Kaiju Unleashed , returns to talk about the first adaptation of Who Goes There by John W. Campbell Jr.
www.mmftg.com
October 27, 2025 at 6:35 PM
shawnrpryor.bsky.social
I'll be a guest at this year's KENTUCKY BOOK FESTIVAL this Saturday at the Lexington Joseph-Beth Booksellers location, from 9am to 3pm.

Hope to see you there!
A picture featuring a headshot of author/writer Shawn Pryor, one of the many featured guests at the Kentucky Book Festival, which takes place on Saturday. The picture also features two of the books that he has written; Taekwondo Academy: New Kid At The Dojang, and The Cook Who Defended Pearl Harbor: A Graphic Novel Biography of Doris "Dorie" Miller.
October 27, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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prattkristin.bsky.social
This holiday season, if you need or someone you know needs to request a toy from @toysfortots.bsky.social, here’s the link. Check with your local chapter early to get on their list!

www.toysfortots.org/request-a-toy/
Screenshot of how to request a toy from Toys for Tots
October 27, 2025 at 2:33 PM
shawnrpryor.bsky.social
Welp, time for a 128 oz. bowl of coffee.
October 24, 2025 at 1:34 PM
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cheryllynneaton.bsky.social
Reblogging for my soul.
cheryllynneaton.bsky.social Cheryl Lynn Eaton @cheryllynneaton.bsky.social · Aug 28
Nah, I GOTTA post the whole scene. Especially in these times!
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October 22, 2025 at 1:56 AM
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lizzslockeroom.bsky.social
Note to self:
October 24, 2025 at 12:59 PM
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shawnrpryor.bsky.social
For the evening crowd. #comics #satire #videogames
shawnrpryor.bsky.social Shawn Pryor @shawnrpryor.bsky.social · 24d
Get the satirical & absurd GET MARIO’S MONEY, with art by @kennykeil.bsky.social, words by me, & edited by @julianlytle.bsky.social. It's the best dark comedy you've yet to read.

It's FREE or pay what you want @ the links below:

theshawnpshow.itch.io/get-marios-m...

crowntakerstudios.gumroad.com
Post Shawn Pryor ‪@shawnrpryor.bsky.social‬ Get the satirical & absurd GET MARIO’S MONEY, with art by @kennykeil.bsky.social, words by me, & edited by @julianlytle.bsky.social. It's the best dark comedy you've yet to read. It's FREE or pay what you want @ the links below: theshawnpshow.itch.io/get-marios-m... crowntakerstudios.gumroad.com Cover for GET MARIOS MONEY. It is in the vein of the Puff Daddy and the Family album, "No Way Out." It features Bubsy, Areo, Rayman, Billy Hatcher, Jazz Jackrabbit, Awesome Possum, and Ardy Lightfoot. ALT Panel One: Mario is walking and talking to Rayman on the set of Rayman’s third video game, *Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc. Mario has his hand on Rayman’s invisible shoulder because Rayman’s limbs are invisible. Mario is going to give Rayman the deal of a lifetime. CAPTION: On the set of Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc. RAYMAN: I don’t know, Mario. Sales on my first two games are great, and I’ve been able to take care of my loved ones. MARIO: Both of your games went multi-platinum. Has the studio discussed renegotiating your deal? RAYMAN: Well… No. Panel Two Mario is now making the sell to get Rayman to sign with his new management firm. MARIO: Ray, let me help you get the money that you deserve. MARIO: Let Four-M take care of you. RAYMAN: Four-M? Panel Three A solo shot of Mario, looking sly, as he gives out the name of his management company. MARIO: Money. Making. Mario. Management. Mario pulls out a contract for Rayman to sign. Rayman still has doubts, but at the same time would love to have more money for his work. MARIO: My management firm will get you your money. I gotchu. MARIO: We family. We look out for each other, right? Cover for GET MARIOS MONEY. It is in the vein of the Puff Daddy and the Family album, "No Way Out." It features Bubsy, Areo, Rayman, Billy Hatcher, Jazz Jackrabbit, Awesome Possum, and Ardy Lightfoot.
October 23, 2025 at 1:05 AM
shawnrpryor.bsky.social
For the evening crowd. #comics #satire #videogames
shawnrpryor.bsky.social Shawn Pryor @shawnrpryor.bsky.social · 24d
Get the satirical & absurd GET MARIO’S MONEY, with art by @kennykeil.bsky.social, words by me, & edited by @julianlytle.bsky.social. It's the best dark comedy you've yet to read.

It's FREE or pay what you want @ the links below:

theshawnpshow.itch.io/get-marios-m...

crowntakerstudios.gumroad.com
Post Shawn Pryor ‪@shawnrpryor.bsky.social‬ Get the satirical & absurd GET MARIO’S MONEY, with art by @kennykeil.bsky.social, words by me, & edited by @julianlytle.bsky.social. It's the best dark comedy you've yet to read. It's FREE or pay what you want @ the links below: theshawnpshow.itch.io/get-marios-m... crowntakerstudios.gumroad.com Cover for GET MARIOS MONEY. It is in the vein of the Puff Daddy and the Family album, "No Way Out." It features Bubsy, Areo, Rayman, Billy Hatcher, Jazz Jackrabbit, Awesome Possum, and Ardy Lightfoot. ALT Panel One: Mario is walking and talking to Rayman on the set of Rayman’s third video game, *Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc. Mario has his hand on Rayman’s invisible shoulder because Rayman’s limbs are invisible. Mario is going to give Rayman the deal of a lifetime. CAPTION: On the set of Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc. RAYMAN: I don’t know, Mario. Sales on my first two games are great, and I’ve been able to take care of my loved ones. MARIO: Both of your games went multi-platinum. Has the studio discussed renegotiating your deal? RAYMAN: Well… No. Panel Two Mario is now making the sell to get Rayman to sign with his new management firm. MARIO: Ray, let me help you get the money that you deserve. MARIO: Let Four-M take care of you. RAYMAN: Four-M? Panel Three A solo shot of Mario, looking sly, as he gives out the name of his management company. MARIO: Money. Making. Mario. Management. Mario pulls out a contract for Rayman to sign. Rayman still has doubts, but at the same time would love to have more money for his work. MARIO: My management firm will get you your money. I gotchu. MARIO: We family. We look out for each other, right? Cover for GET MARIOS MONEY. It is in the vein of the Puff Daddy and the Family album, "No Way Out." It features Bubsy, Areo, Rayman, Billy Hatcher, Jazz Jackrabbit, Awesome Possum, and Ardy Lightfoot.
October 23, 2025 at 1:05 AM
shawnrpryor.bsky.social
Get the satirical & absurd GET MARIO’S MONEY, with art by @kennykeil.bsky.social, words by me, & edited by @julianlytle.bsky.social. It's the best dark comedy you've yet to read.

It's FREE or pay what you want @ the links below:

theshawnpshow.itch.io/get-marios-m...

crowntakerstudios.gumroad.com
Post Shawn Pryor ‪@shawnrpryor.bsky.social‬ Get the satirical & absurd GET MARIO’S MONEY, with art by @kennykeil.bsky.social, words by me, & edited by @julianlytle.bsky.social. It's the best dark comedy you've yet to read. It's FREE or pay what you want @ the links below: theshawnpshow.itch.io/get-marios-m... crowntakerstudios.gumroad.com Cover for GET MARIOS MONEY. It is in the vein of the Puff Daddy and the Family album, "No Way Out." It features Bubsy, Areo, Rayman, Billy Hatcher, Jazz Jackrabbit, Awesome Possum, and Ardy Lightfoot. ALT Panel One: Mario is walking and talking to Rayman on the set of Rayman’s third video game, *Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc. Mario has his hand on Rayman’s invisible shoulder because Rayman’s limbs are invisible. Mario is going to give Rayman the deal of a lifetime. CAPTION: On the set of Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc. RAYMAN: I don’t know, Mario. Sales on my first two games are great, and I’ve been able to take care of my loved ones. MARIO: Both of your games went multi-platinum. Has the studio discussed renegotiating your deal? RAYMAN: Well… No. Panel Two Mario is now making the sell to get Rayman to sign with his new management firm. MARIO: Ray, let me help you get the money that you deserve. MARIO: Let Four-M take care of you. RAYMAN: Four-M? Panel Three A solo shot of Mario, looking sly, as he gives out the name of his management company. MARIO: Money. Making. Mario. Management. Mario pulls out a contract for Rayman to sign. Rayman still has doubts, but at the same time would love to have more money for his work. MARIO: My management firm will get you your money. I gotchu. MARIO: We family. We look out for each other, right? Cover for GET MARIOS MONEY. It is in the vein of the Puff Daddy and the Family album, "No Way Out." It features Bubsy, Areo, Rayman, Billy Hatcher, Jazz Jackrabbit, Awesome Possum, and Ardy Lightfoot.
October 22, 2025 at 4:22 PM
shawnrpryor.bsky.social
Reminder:

Unclench your jaw.

Lower your shoulders.

Take a deep breath.

EXHALE.

Drink some water.
October 22, 2025 at 4:17 PM
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chrisoatley.bsky.social
“Experimenting with brushes gets you out of your comfort zone.”

@KyleTWebster.bsky.social

More from Kyle on “You’re A Better Artist Than You Think”: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
October 22, 2025 at 1:31 PM