Ardyce Alspach
@ardyce.bsky.social
Senior Editor at UNSQ :: YA/NA/adult fiction :: Freelance writer sometimes :: Professional Nerd :: neurospicy :: opinions my own :: she/her 🏳️🌈
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Hey everyone!
Huge news! Our trans girl scout list has sold a total of 146,000 boxes as of today!
But MANY trans girl scouts only have 20, 30, 40 boxes sold.
I just resorted our list to put those on the top.
Go get your girl scout cookies and make a trans kid's day!
Huge news! Our trans girl scout list has sold a total of 146,000 boxes as of today!
But MANY trans girl scouts only have 20, 30, 40 boxes sold.
I just resorted our list to put those on the top.
Go get your girl scout cookies and make a trans kid's day!
2026 Trans Girl Scouts To Order Cookies From!
This year, consider ordering your Girl Scout cookies from a trans girl scout to make their day!
www.erininthemorning.com
February 3, 2026 at 12:18 AM
Hey everyone!
Huge news! Our trans girl scout list has sold a total of 146,000 boxes as of today!
But MANY trans girl scouts only have 20, 30, 40 boxes sold.
I just resorted our list to put those on the top.
Go get your girl scout cookies and make a trans kid's day!
Huge news! Our trans girl scout list has sold a total of 146,000 boxes as of today!
But MANY trans girl scouts only have 20, 30, 40 boxes sold.
I just resorted our list to put those on the top.
Go get your girl scout cookies and make a trans kid's day!
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Did you just find out your favorite, super successful author is a piece of crap?
Good news! There are literally hundreds of other, amazing and vibrant writers out there who are pretty rad. Not perfect (who is?) but definitely worth your time.
Good news! There are literally hundreds of other, amazing and vibrant writers out there who are pretty rad. Not perfect (who is?) but definitely worth your time.
February 3, 2026 at 2:57 AM
Did you just find out your favorite, super successful author is a piece of crap?
Good news! There are literally hundreds of other, amazing and vibrant writers out there who are pretty rad. Not perfect (who is?) but definitely worth your time.
Good news! There are literally hundreds of other, amazing and vibrant writers out there who are pretty rad. Not perfect (who is?) but definitely worth your time.
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You should go buy this because it’s excellent.
I also just finished FAMILY PLOT and omg, @cheriepriest.com, it creeped me out so much I couldn’t put it down and then I had to read a chapter of another book to be able to sleep. And that ending? Ahh!
Buy her books.
I also just finished FAMILY PLOT and omg, @cheriepriest.com, it creeped me out so much I couldn’t put it down and then I had to read a chapter of another book to be able to sleep. And that ending? Ahh!
Buy her books.
Heads up, all you ghost-loving readers: I have happy news! You should go check it out - and while you're at it, pick up my spooky little rural mystery CINDERWICH for just THREE BUCKS. I mean, if you want to put a little dough in my pockets and/or kibble in bowls: www.cheriepriest.com/blog/happy-a...
Happy Announcements and Sweet Deals — The Haunt*
Well, we survived our first month of 2026. What do you say we call that a mulligan, and pretend that this Monday is the first of the new year? That’s what I’m doing, anyway. New year, new me. New barg...
www.cheriepriest.com
February 3, 2026 at 1:34 AM
You should go buy this because it’s excellent.
I also just finished FAMILY PLOT and omg, @cheriepriest.com, it creeped me out so much I couldn’t put it down and then I had to read a chapter of another book to be able to sleep. And that ending? Ahh!
Buy her books.
I also just finished FAMILY PLOT and omg, @cheriepriest.com, it creeped me out so much I couldn’t put it down and then I had to read a chapter of another book to be able to sleep. And that ending? Ahh!
Buy her books.
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It’s 2026. There is a measles outbreak in the prison for babies
February 2, 2026 at 7:15 AM
It’s 2026. There is a measles outbreak in the prison for babies
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ICE was stealing equipment from the Islip Long Island fire department and a Islip Forward member documented it. ICE tried to arrest the community member but the firemen said “I don’t think so” www.islipforward.org
February 2, 2026 at 5:32 PM
ICE was stealing equipment from the Islip Long Island fire department and a Islip Forward member documented it. ICE tried to arrest the community member but the firemen said “I don’t think so” www.islipforward.org
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A Black-capped Chickadee showcasing winter fashion by donning a snowflake accessory.
January 31, 2026 at 11:12 PM
A Black-capped Chickadee showcasing winter fashion by donning a snowflake accessory.
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If tear gas is seeping into your home or you know tear gas is likely to be deployed in your neighborhood, you can do the following:
Set up wet towels in the doorjambs and windows. Turn off your HVAC systems, and build and use CR boxes.
This isn't perfect, but it will help.
CR box guide below:
Set up wet towels in the doorjambs and windows. Turn off your HVAC systems, and build and use CR boxes.
This isn't perfect, but it will help.
CR box guide below:
January 15, 2026 at 2:39 PM
If tear gas is seeping into your home or you know tear gas is likely to be deployed in your neighborhood, you can do the following:
Set up wet towels in the doorjambs and windows. Turn off your HVAC systems, and build and use CR boxes.
This isn't perfect, but it will help.
CR box guide below:
Set up wet towels in the doorjambs and windows. Turn off your HVAC systems, and build and use CR boxes.
This isn't perfect, but it will help.
CR box guide below:
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This is a good point re: Portland today
This wasn't on federal land
It wasn't when agents were claiming to do any enforcement activity
It was federal agents shooting gas at children and union families in the streets
Im not a lawyer, but I dont see how qualified immunity counts here
It's assault
This wasn't on federal land
It wasn't when agents were claiming to do any enforcement activity
It was federal agents shooting gas at children and union families in the streets
Im not a lawyer, but I dont see how qualified immunity counts here
It's assault
People need to understand that this protest was approved by city. The fact that the public still got gassed & flash bangs shows that city does NOT have the public’s back.
February 1, 2026 at 3:25 AM
This is a good point re: Portland today
This wasn't on federal land
It wasn't when agents were claiming to do any enforcement activity
It was federal agents shooting gas at children and union families in the streets
Im not a lawyer, but I dont see how qualified immunity counts here
It's assault
This wasn't on federal land
It wasn't when agents were claiming to do any enforcement activity
It was federal agents shooting gas at children and union families in the streets
Im not a lawyer, but I dont see how qualified immunity counts here
It's assault
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2026 is going to be a great year to run for office. Filing deadlines are coming up fast -- in most places, it's not too late to get on the ballot. We'll help you get started. runforwhat.net
Where Can I Run by Run for Something
Take the next step: Look up offices you can run for
runforwhat.net
February 1, 2026 at 2:09 AM
2026 is going to be a great year to run for office. Filing deadlines are coming up fast -- in most places, it's not too late to get on the ballot. We'll help you get started. runforwhat.net
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Prince and the Revolution
February 1, 2026 at 1:55 AM
Prince and the Revolution
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They’re taking kids from Minnesota and sending them to detention camps. They’re shooting American citizens in the street and locking investigators out of the crime scenes. The world is watching what happens next.
Hundreds of people spelled out the distress signal "SOS" on Bde Maka Ska in Minneapolis on Friday, Jan. 30.
📷️ Provided by Jeff Schad
📷️ Provided by Jeff Schad
January 31, 2026 at 10:19 PM
They’re taking kids from Minnesota and sending them to detention camps. They’re shooting American citizens in the street and locking investigators out of the crime scenes. The world is watching what happens next.
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People are worried about ICE or military activity suppressing Dem votes in midterms but I think SAVE Act is greater threat.
If it passes, millions of women & poorer Americans will be unable to vote.
Voting will be slower, depressing participation and widening race & income-based wait time gaps.
If it passes, millions of women & poorer Americans will be unable to vote.
Voting will be slower, depressing participation and widening race & income-based wait time gaps.
Will the SAVE Act make it harder for married women to vote? We ask legal experts
Legal experts say states could help married women who have changed their last names by accepting documents like a legal decree or a marriage certificate, but it might not fix the issue for all.
www.npr.org
January 31, 2026 at 11:55 PM
People are worried about ICE or military activity suppressing Dem votes in midterms but I think SAVE Act is greater threat.
If it passes, millions of women & poorer Americans will be unable to vote.
Voting will be slower, depressing participation and widening race & income-based wait time gaps.
If it passes, millions of women & poorer Americans will be unable to vote.
Voting will be slower, depressing participation and widening race & income-based wait time gaps.
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Joy! That is how I feel about the existence of this podcast. Take a listen; I was honored to be an early guest on the @multitudespodcast.bsky.social - sgwong.com/podcast/epis...
January 31, 2026 at 8:27 PM
Joy! That is how I feel about the existence of this podcast. Take a listen; I was honored to be an early guest on the @multitudespodcast.bsky.social - sgwong.com/podcast/epis...
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A Minneapolis knitting shop has resurrected the design of a Norwegian cap worn to protest Nazi occupation. Its owner says the money raised from hat pattern sales will support the local immigrant community.
A red hat, inspired by a symbol of resistance to Nazi occupation, gains traction in Minnesota
A Minneapolis knitting shop has resurrected the design of a Norwegian cap worn to protest Nazi occupation. Its owner says the money raised from hat pattern sales will support the local immigrant community.
n.pr
January 31, 2026 at 8:35 PM
A Minneapolis knitting shop has resurrected the design of a Norwegian cap worn to protest Nazi occupation. Its owner says the money raised from hat pattern sales will support the local immigrant community.
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Okay, it took me three days to finally do this, BUT!
You can buy whistles from us now!
I stress again that getting the whistles free is the OBVIOUS OPTION but some folks want 1-5 Kit Rocha whistles instead of 100 whistles, or to support us. So. OK!
thebrokencircle.etsy.com/listing/4449...
You can buy whistles from us now!
I stress again that getting the whistles free is the OBVIOUS OPTION but some folks want 1-5 Kit Rocha whistles instead of 100 whistles, or to support us. So. OK!
thebrokencircle.etsy.com/listing/4449...
January 30, 2026 at 10:04 PM
Okay, it took me three days to finally do this, BUT!
You can buy whistles from us now!
I stress again that getting the whistles free is the OBVIOUS OPTION but some folks want 1-5 Kit Rocha whistles instead of 100 whistles, or to support us. So. OK!
thebrokencircle.etsy.com/listing/4449...
You can buy whistles from us now!
I stress again that getting the whistles free is the OBVIOUS OPTION but some folks want 1-5 Kit Rocha whistles instead of 100 whistles, or to support us. So. OK!
thebrokencircle.etsy.com/listing/4449...
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On Monday, 2/2, let's talk about how setting intentions guides the decision-making process of writing and generates a metric for success not based on words/time. I'm raising Patreon tier prices for the first time in two years on March 1, so join now to lock in your rate. patreon.com/maryrobinette
January 31, 2026 at 8:39 PM
On Monday, 2/2, let's talk about how setting intentions guides the decision-making process of writing and generates a metric for success not based on words/time. I'm raising Patreon tier prices for the first time in two years on March 1, so join now to lock in your rate. patreon.com/maryrobinette
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NEW: The @wired.com Security desk put together a comprehensive guide to filming ICE—with tips for reducing risk at the forefront. No paywall, but please consider subscribing to help find these kinds of resources. And stay safe out there. www.wired.com/story/how-to...
www.wired.com/v2/offers/wi...
www.wired.com/v2/offers/wi...
How to Film ICE
Filming federal agents in public is legal, but avoiding a dangerous—even deadly—confrontation isn’t guaranteed. Here’s how to record ICE and CBP agents as safely as possible and have an impact.
www.wired.com
January 31, 2026 at 10:55 AM
NEW: The @wired.com Security desk put together a comprehensive guide to filming ICE—with tips for reducing risk at the forefront. No paywall, but please consider subscribing to help find these kinds of resources. And stay safe out there. www.wired.com/story/how-to...
www.wired.com/v2/offers/wi...
www.wired.com/v2/offers/wi...
This is how we do it.
giggling and kicking my feet at the edits from @ardyce.bsky.social in my inbox because my toxic gothic lesbians are about to get SO MUCH WORSE.
January 30, 2026 at 6:11 PM
This is how we do it.
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The government is using technology to identify protestors, and then using that information to track and intimidate them. The people using the devices are wearing masks, but we know the companies creating the technology.
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/30/t...
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/30/t...
January 30, 2026 at 1:46 PM
The government is using technology to identify protestors, and then using that information to track and intimidate them. The people using the devices are wearing masks, but we know the companies creating the technology.
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/30/t...
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/30/t...
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Wrote a little craft post on teaching yourself plotting and why plot isn't opposed to--and in fact can benefit--weird and experimental work. countercraft.substack.com/p/why-plot-i...
Why "Plot" Isn't a Four-Letter Word
On teaching yourself plotting and part one of an attempt to describe my "Principles of Plotting"
countercraft.substack.com
January 30, 2026 at 3:36 PM
Wrote a little craft post on teaching yourself plotting and why plot isn't opposed to--and in fact can benefit--weird and experimental work. countercraft.substack.com/p/why-plot-i...
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NEW: You now have free unlimited access to @nytimes.com online at all NYPL branches, with no library card or login required. Just connect your device to library WiFi or use one of their computers. Includes news, games, cooking, The Athletic, Wirecutter etc.
One more reason to love our libraries!
One more reason to love our libraries!
www.nypl.org
January 30, 2026 at 1:33 PM
NEW: You now have free unlimited access to @nytimes.com online at all NYPL branches, with no library card or login required. Just connect your device to library WiFi or use one of their computers. Includes news, games, cooking, The Athletic, Wirecutter etc.
One more reason to love our libraries!
One more reason to love our libraries!
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Do one of the things that makes you feel better, because if you aren't doing any of that, you will run down. Today I did some writing. I'm a writer, & if I don't write, I run down. It's very easy for me to forget this, despite decades of knowing it. And so I am here to remind you to do your things.
January 30, 2026 at 4:55 AM
Do one of the things that makes you feel better, because if you aren't doing any of that, you will run down. Today I did some writing. I'm a writer, & if I don't write, I run down. It's very easy for me to forget this, despite decades of knowing it. And so I am here to remind you to do your things.
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Some organizations and local businesses to consider supporting today:
Publishing for Minnesota: @publishingforminnesota
Press the Patriarchy @pressthepatriarchy
Contra-ICE @contraice
Magers & Quinn Booksellers @magersandquinn
Who and what orgs would you recommend?
Publishing for Minnesota: @publishingforminnesota
Press the Patriarchy @pressthepatriarchy
Contra-ICE @contraice
Magers & Quinn Booksellers @magersandquinn
Who and what orgs would you recommend?
January 30, 2026 at 1:49 PM
Some organizations and local businesses to consider supporting today:
Publishing for Minnesota: @publishingforminnesota
Press the Patriarchy @pressthepatriarchy
Contra-ICE @contraice
Magers & Quinn Booksellers @magersandquinn
Who and what orgs would you recommend?
Publishing for Minnesota: @publishingforminnesota
Press the Patriarchy @pressthepatriarchy
Contra-ICE @contraice
Magers & Quinn Booksellers @magersandquinn
Who and what orgs would you recommend?
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By the way, you can still order cookies online from these trans and non-binary scouts and troops.
www.erininthemorning.com/p/2026-trans...
www.erininthemorning.com/p/2026-trans...
January 29, 2026 at 11:40 PM
By the way, you can still order cookies online from these trans and non-binary scouts and troops.
www.erininthemorning.com/p/2026-trans...
www.erininthemorning.com/p/2026-trans...