Autonomous Press
banner
autonomouspress.bsky.social
Autonomous Press
@autonomouspress.bsky.social
Weird books for weird people.
autpress.com
If you're in the Bay Area next week, come hear Hao Tran read from his award-winning story Red Mud. He also has a full length book, Skinny Woman in a Straw Hat, with more projects in the works.
November 26, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Reposted by Autonomous Press
We are opening up the youth class on Tuesday, January 6 and Thursday, January 8 for free to new students. If you know parents in the Bay Area, it's a great message to share.

aikiarts.com/kids/
aikiarts.com/upcoming-doj...
November 22, 2025 at 7:17 PM
Reposted by Autonomous Press
Spoon Knife: 9 is up for an Indie Ink Award 2025! 💥🎉📚
indiestorygeek.com/a/indie-ink-...

Please consider voting for this amazing anthology, featuring a diverse set of stories based on the number 4, published by a dynamic press.

Thank you XXX
@autonomouspress.bsky.social
#Indieinkawards
#anthology
November 14, 2025 at 10:49 AM
Reposted by Autonomous Press
A skill I would really like us all to cultivate is saying "I don't think this is a great tactic, but I agree with the cause," and then just moving on with our lives.
November 12, 2025 at 3:35 PM
"For a second I think I must’ve been speared in the back of
the head, but nothing hurts. Hang on, that’s not necessarily all that reassuring. I can’t feel my body at all."

@andrewmreichart.bsky.social

autonomous-press.myshopify.com/products/can...
Cannibal-King
by Andrew M. Reichart City of the Watcher, Book Three Available for Preorder The Cannibal-King, glimpsed at the end of Weird Luck and Time Traveling Blues, takes center stage for this tumultuous final...
autonomous-press.myshopify.com
November 11, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Reposted by Autonomous Press
Aikido classes are free for new students in January. If you are in the Bay Area and looking for a practice, come on by. We meet four times a week and it's a super supportive group. See you at the dojo.

aikiarts.com
@aikiartscenter.bsky.social
November 8, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Reposted by Autonomous Press
Autonomous Press changed their shipping system and now my book Neuroqueer Heresies ships from my hometown, which means that now when people order their copies direct from the publisher I can autograph them.

#books #booksky #neurodiversity #neuroqueer

autonomous-press.myshopify.com/products/neu...
Neuroqueer Heresies
The work of queer autistic scholar Nick Walker has played a key role in the evolving discourse on human neurodiversity. Neuroqueer Heresies collects a decade’s worth of Dr. Walker’s most influential w...
autonomous-press.myshopify.com
November 7, 2025 at 6:21 PM
"It had been a simple gesture on his part, conjured without thinking, executed without effort. It wasn’t heroic or manipulative, gallant or expectant. He wanted nothing in return. It was simply the right thing, the obvious thing. It was the flow of life. Right there."
I've spent so much time... — Soul Writing
I’ve spent so much time fighting you, Life, and I am truly sorry about that.
www.soulwriting.org
November 7, 2025 at 3:08 AM
And what is next for you as a writer? We, your readers, are waiting with bated breath.

"You are in for some surprising revelations and a deeper understanding of the events from the first book."

J.S. Allen, author of A Bad Place Best Forgotten

autpress.com/2025/02/inte...
Interview with J.S. Allen - Autonomous Press
Thank you for the beautiful story that is A Bad Place Best Forgotten. What was your original inspiration for the book? Where did the story start for you? Thinking back and reflecting about my creative...
autpress.com
November 4, 2025 at 7:35 PM
As we prepare Cannibal-King for your enjoyment, here is an interview with author Andrew M. Reichart on the Weird Luck trilogy and related stories.

@andrewmreichart.bsky.social

autpress.com/2025/11/inte...
Interview with Andrew M. Reichart - Autonomous Press
Nice work getting the Weird Luck trilogy into the world again. How was the process for you? Thank you! This project has frankly been quite a long-ass journey. The City of the Watcher story started to ...
autpress.com
November 2, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Reposted by Autonomous Press
Being in this sparkling anthology was a highlight of my year. If you fancy an unusual, authentic read:
www.amazon.com/Spoon-Knife-...

"One, I went to Blackpool,
Two, the man on the beach,
Three, kisses and more,
Four, the door to hell.

#autonomouspress
#anthology
#eulegrey
Spoon Knife 9: Numbers
Spoon Knife 9: Numbers - Kindle edition by Allen, J. S., Allen, B.. Download it once and read it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or tablets. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading Spoon Knife 9: Numbers.
www.amazon.com
November 2, 2025 at 9:53 AM
Reposted by Autonomous Press
New interview! Jen Gerometta & Shannon Nothstine interviewed me about #embodiment, #emotions & #transformation for their CONNECTED WITH JEN & SHANNON podcast. Really enjoyed this conversation!

#somatics #psychology #consciousness #cognition #mind #brain #mindfulness

www.youtube.com/watch?v=MgXQ...
What the Heck is Embodiment Anyway with Nick Walker
YouTube video by Connected with Jen and Shannon
www.youtube.com
October 27, 2025 at 9:55 PM
We are delighted to share all three books in the Weird Luck trilogy by Andrew M. Reichart. Two are ready and Cannibal King is on the way. We'll ship these three together in November.

autonomous-press.myshopify.com/collections/...
Weird Luck Bundle
Here are all three books in the City of the Watcher trilogy by Andrew M. Reichart.
autonomous-press.myshopify.com
October 26, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Reposted by Autonomous Press
Give us your castaways, your tales of remnants and remainders, of subsistence against the odds. What is left behind? Who walks among the ruins? Why do I have this vestigial arm?

Spoon Knife 11: Remnants call for poetry, memoir, fiction:
autpress.com/2025/07/call...
August 4, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Reposted by Autonomous Press
Today we promote Hao Tran at Aiki Arts Center to black belt. He has been with us almost ten years also also publishes with Autonomous Press. See you there.

@aikiartscenter.bsky.social
@autonomouspress.bsky.social
October 19, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Reposted by Autonomous Press
Reminder that you can join the Weird Luck Patreon for FREE, and you'll get notified when each new page of the comic is posted (and also get access to all the same bonus material as paying members).

#webcomics #comics #fantasy #scifi #indiecomics

www.patreon.com/c/weirdluckc...
Get more from Weird Luck on Patreon
Creating the Weird Luck Webcomic
www.patreon.com
October 15, 2025 at 8:41 PM
We are delighted to share a free neurodiversity event (online on Friday at 2pm Pacific) with Andrew Reichart. He is a founding member of our collective and has a therapy practice (with gaming options) in California. The event is open to anyone that wants to learn about how to thrive.

bit.ly/3WzNGJr
October 12, 2025 at 5:38 PM
We get to craft beautiful and strange lives to our hearts' content. And to keep inspired, here is the Weird Luck webcomic (weirdluck.net) and related stories.

autonomous-press.myshopify.com/collections/...

@andrewmreichart.bsky.social
Weird Luck
Weird Luck Comic. Urban Fantasy Comic Written by Nick Walker, Andrew M. Reichart. Art by Mike Bennewitz aka SonOfWitz.
weirdluck.net
October 4, 2025 at 8:42 PM
Reposted by Autonomous Press
New page of the Weird Luck prequel tale "Chasing Resyk" is live!

Our heroes come upon a disturbing trail, and have further doubts about their disturbing guide!

#webcomics #comics #oc #urbanfantasy #horror #crime #fantasy #multiverse #crossovers #indiecomics #comicart

weirdluck.net/comic/chasin...
Weird Luck • Chasing Resyk, Page 5 of 10
Weird Luck Comic Page Chasing Resyk, Page 5 of 10 • Written by Nick Walker & Andrew M. Reichart. Art by Mike Bennewitz.
weirdluck.net
October 2, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Reposted by Autonomous Press
Free intro-level Q&A on neurodiversity by my esteemed friend & colleague Andrew Reichart. Highly recommend. Friday, October 17.

#neurodiversity #neurodivergence #autism #autistic #adhd #psychology #psychotherapy #therapy #mentalhealth

www.eventbrite.com/e/neurodiver...
Neurodiversity 101: You Are Not Broken
FREE ONLINE EVENT: One hour Q&A on how to view the world through a Neurodiversity-affirming lens, and what this means for people & society.
www.eventbrite.com
October 3, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Reposted by Autonomous Press
New page of the Weird Luck prequel tale "Chasing Resyk" goes live this Wednesday at 9pm Pacific Time. Meanwhile, catch up with the story starting here!

#webcomics #comics #indiecomics #comicart #urbanfantasy #fantasy #horror #weird #crime #multiverse #crossovers #oc

weirdluck.net/comic/chasin...
Weird Luck • Chasing Resyk, Page 1 of 10
Weird Luck Comic Page Chasing Resyk, Page 1 of 10 • Written by Nick Walker & Andrew M. Reichart. Art by Mike Bennewitz.
weirdluck.net
September 29, 2025 at 7:31 PM
We're delighted to share that Cannibal-King, the third book in the City of the Watcher trilogy by Andrew M. Reichart, is available for pre-order through our website. It will start shipping in November, including through Amazon for readers around the world.

autpress.com
Cannibal-King
Available for Preorder   City of the Watcher, Book Three  The Cannibal-King, glimpsed at the end of Weird Luck and Time Traveling Blues, takes center stage for this tumultuous finale to the City of th...
autonomous-press.myshopify.com
September 28, 2025 at 11:13 PM
Our friends at Aiki Arts Center in the Bay Area (CA) are launching a youth program next week for ages 7-12. It's a wonderful way to build confidence and skills in a supportive and playful setting. Thank you for sharing the news.

@aikiartscenter.bsky.social
www.aikiarts.com/kids
September 26, 2025 at 8:56 PM
It's National Comic Book Day in the US on Thursday. We're honored to boost the webcomic Weird Luck, co-created by Nick Walker, Andrew Reichart, and Mike Bennewitz. It's a delightful and strange adventure.

weirdluck.net/comic/1-1-0-...
Weird Luck • 1.1.0: THE SWIFTCORP INCURSION
Weird Luck Comic Page 1.1.0: THE SWIFTCORP INCURSION • Written by Nick Walker & Andrew M. Reichart. Art by Mike Bennewitz.
weirdluck.net
September 25, 2025 at 12:54 AM
Reposted by Autonomous Press
We are happy to share that we’re re-starting our award-winning Youth Aikido Program!

Classes meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 – 5:45pm, starting October 2. Students can attend either once or twice a week.

Registration is now open! Please share with Bay Area parents.

aikiarts.com/register/
Registration • Aiki Arts Center
Adult Memberships Membership for adults is $120 per person per month. (This is also the rate for teens who have been cleared to join the adult classes.) A $25 registration fee is added for your first ...
aikiarts.com
September 22, 2025 at 2:50 AM