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Tom Gauld @tomgauld.bsky.social · 3h

My cartoon for the books page in this week’s @theguardian.com

Title: Where writers really get their ideas.

A writer, holding a note in his outstretched hand approaches a cart in the park. The front of the cart reads 'Fresh ideas' and a colourful umbrella shades the server who is reaching deep into the body of the cart (much as an ice-cream vendor might) and saying:
"I'm all out of mind-blowing concepts and heart-rending narratives, but I've got an acerbic observation, an unexpected outcome and a couple of amusing notions."

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Sardonicus @sardonicus.eu · 9h

Dedication in PG Wodehouse’s autobiography, 1957

To Who
J. Alastair Frisby
Who
Told Me I Would Never Have A Book Published
And
Advised me
To
Get a job selling jellied eels
SUCKS TO YOU, FRISBY

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Susanna Shore, Author @susannashore.bsky.social · 1d

I received an Edelweiss review copy of Physics for Cats by Tom Gauld today. It came out already on Tuesday, but better late than never. 😀 Anyway, Gauld is as fun as always here with science puns.
www.goodreads.com/review/show/...

#bookreview

Susanna's review of Physics for Cats

4/5: A delightful collection of cartoon strips that were originally published in New Scientist. Despite the name, hardly any cats were featured. Instead, we learn all the impossible ways science exper...

www.goodreads.com

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Assaph Mehr 📚⚔️🕵️👻🏺🏛️🤖 @assaph.bsky.social · 10h

Realistic Indiana Jones movies 🏺😁

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Susanna Shore, Author @susannashore.bsky.social · 11h

I'm a follower short of 2000 followers here. Here's hoping they'll be a real person and not a bot. 🤞

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Susanna Shore, Author @susannashore.bsky.social · 11h

It’s windy and cold today, so putting finishing touches to Season to Be Witched where it’s warm.

A laptop on a foldable table and a fireplace with fire on it on the background.

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Susanna Shore, Author @susannashore.bsky.social · 11h

Good morning.

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Charlie Jane "Lessons in Magic and Disaster" Anders 🏳️‍⚧ @charliejane.bsky.social · 15h

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,

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Iron Spike @ironspike.bsky.social · 14h

This is what I mean when I say, when it comes to political positions, most ppl just run on vibes. 100% feelings-before-facts. Japan is screaming towards a population crash at 1,000 MPH, it's not reversible at this point. But you have political parties agitating to return to hermit kingdom status.

Bloomberg News @bloomberg.com · 15h

Japan’s far right is on the rise, alarming foreign workers. Nowhere is that anxiety more apparent than in the city of Toyota, where immigrants power the economy while facing political backlash.

Japan Needs Foreign Workers. Its Far Right Is Turning Against Them

In the city of Toyota, immigrants help power the economy while facing political backlash.

bloom.bg

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Genevieve Cogman @genevievecogman.bsky.social · 14h

Fascinating, informative and terrifying thread about hippos.

Nome @nome.bsky.social · Mar 12

I have been doing entirely too much earnest posting about deep things recently, I need to do a proper thread about hippo testicles or something just to keep myself sane.

Oh by the way hippos have migratory testicles.

a statue of a hippopotamus with its mouth open and teeth showing .

Alt: A hippo being tossed a watermelon, which it crushes in its massive jaws.

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Susanna Shore, Author @susannashore.bsky.social · 1d

😳 So annoying.

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Susanna Shore, Author @susannashore.bsky.social · 1d

I received an Edelweiss review copy of Physics for Cats by Tom Gauld today. It came out already on Tuesday, but better late than never. 😀 Anyway, Gauld is as fun as always here with science puns.
www.goodreads.com/review/show/...

#bookreview

Susanna's review of Physics for Cats

4/5: A delightful collection of cartoon strips that were originally published in New Scientist. Despite the name, hardly any cats were featured. Instead, we learn all the impossible ways science exper...

www.goodreads.com

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WeRateDogs @weratedogs.com · 1d

This is Manolo. His family invited strangers to spend time with him on his last day. His mom said, "This was such a perfect way to celebrate the life of a dog who truly loved spending time with people and their dogs. Run free and fast forever, Manolo. I will never stop missing you." 14/10 for all

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John Scalzi @scalzi.com · 1d

Well, good for DC

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DC Comics won’t support generative AI: ‘not now, not ever’

“People have an instinctive reaction to what feels authentic.”

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Dan Snow @thehistoryguy.bsky.social · 1d

So the moral of the story is do not underestimate the willingness of deranged thugs to set fire to the entire world over something that has no factual basis whatsoever.

See also the Great Chinese Sparrowcide.

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Nate Hendley @natehendley.bsky.social · 1d

Authors, take note. I've recently been deluged with emails from "book clubs" offering to "introduce" my books to their "readership" (for a fee, of course).

Another scam: a rando emails you asking for a "link to your books on Amazon." DO NOT respond.

writerbeware.blog/2025/09/19/r...

Return of the Nigerian Prince Redux: Beware Book Club and Book Review Scams - Writer Beware

A few weeks ago, I wrote about a rising and extremely prolific marketing scam that I’ve been able to trace back to operators in Nigeria. Using highly personalized (AI-generated) email solicitations th...

writerbeware.blog

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Reuters @reuters.com · 1d

BREAKING: Venezuela's Maria Corina Machado wins the Nobel Peace Prize for 2025 reut.rs/42uh3Aw

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Susanna Shore, Author @susannashore.bsky.social · 1d

Autumn colours.

Shrubs with red leaves and a yellow maple.

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The Dyslexic Kitchenwitch🎃 @dyslexickitchenw.bsky.social · 1d

IF you use AI thumbnails I WILL NOT WATCH YOUR VIDEO. even just "polished up" thumbnails will make it harder for you content to reach me, because I do not trust that you have anything to add to my experience. extra minus points if you steal somebodies face or appropriate their face or name

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Susanna Shore, Author @susannashore.bsky.social · 1d

Good morning. The night was rainy, but the morning is bright and beautiful.

River and lawn with some yellow leaves on it.

River with the sun shining behind the trees.

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Susanna Shore, Author @susannashore.bsky.social · 2d

Also, I should add, I had no idea it wasn’t the first book when I requested it. 😀

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Susanna Shore, Author @susannashore.bsky.social · 2d

A famous author with established readership so I don’t know why they needed NetGalley. Maybe an anniversary thing or something.

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Susanna Shore, Author @susannashore.bsky.social · 2d

The rest of my vacation will be at my parents’ summer cottage. There are swans and they’re loud. 🦢

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Susanna Shore, Author @susannashore.bsky.social · 2d

Having uploaded my own books there, the system allows for a subtitle, which is the only place for a series name and volume. They should make it more obvious. The best I’ve requested and been granted was vol 25 of a mystery series. 😆 Basically readable, but I was lost. 😀

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Aimee Cozza Illustration @aimeecozza.com · 2d

Authors - need a cover artist? This pack has you covered (lol) and is a great starting point for getting human made arts for your writing!

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