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Across the world, we read.
Across the world, stories travel further than borders.
Join a community where books find the readers who cherish them.
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Across the world, stories travel further than borders.
Join a community where books find the readers who cherish them.
Read for free. Review with intention. 💙📚
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Historical fiction is about who gets remembered.
Wendy J. Dunn writes women back into history and speaks honestly about the cost of doing so.
Our interview with @wendyjdunn.bsky.social explores longevity, not hype, in historical fiction careers.
A worthwhile read: writestats.com/wendy-j-dunn...
Wendy J. Dunn writes women back into history and speaks honestly about the cost of doing so.
Our interview with @wendyjdunn.bsky.social explores longevity, not hype, in historical fiction careers.
A worthwhile read: writestats.com/wendy-j-dunn...
Wendy J. Dunn: Giving Voice to Tudor Women Through Historical Fiction
Wendy J. Dunn shares insights on writing historical fiction, researching Tudor history, publishing challenges, and building a lasting author career.
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February 6, 2026 at 7:16 PM
Historical fiction is about who gets remembered.
Wendy J. Dunn writes women back into history and speaks honestly about the cost of doing so.
Our interview with @wendyjdunn.bsky.social explores longevity, not hype, in historical fiction careers.
A worthwhile read: writestats.com/wendy-j-dunn...
Wendy J. Dunn writes women back into history and speaks honestly about the cost of doing so.
Our interview with @wendyjdunn.bsky.social explores longevity, not hype, in historical fiction careers.
A worthwhile read: writestats.com/wendy-j-dunn...
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Our latest WriteStats interview features Nancy S. Thompson, a geopolitical thriller author writing through political chaos and publishing reality.
A thoughtful, honest read with @nancysthompson.bsky.social:
A thoughtful, honest read with @nancysthompson.bsky.social:
Nancy S. Thompson on Writing Thrillers, Publishing Whiplash, and Staying Creative When the World Feels Loud
Nancy S. Thompson shares how her thrillers began, what publishing taught her, and what’s next for the Against Orders series.
writestats.com
February 3, 2026 at 10:58 PM
Our latest WriteStats interview features Nancy S. Thompson, a geopolitical thriller author writing through political chaos and publishing reality.
A thoughtful, honest read with @nancysthompson.bsky.social:
A thoughtful, honest read with @nancysthompson.bsky.social:
When I pause in the middle of a sentence to look something up, I have to reread the whole sentence from the start or my brain refuses to accept it as valid reading. It's like the sentence expired while I was gone.
February 8, 2026 at 2:30 PM
When I pause in the middle of a sentence to look something up, I have to reread the whole sentence from the start or my brain refuses to accept it as valid reading. It's like the sentence expired while I was gone.
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If you care about worldbuilding that feels real, you’ll want to read this.
Stephen C. Cote discusses writing Shard, his process, and why setting is one of the most powerful storytelling tools we have.
New interview on WriteStats: writestats.com/stephen-cote...
Stephen C. Cote discusses writing Shard, his process, and why setting is one of the most powerful storytelling tools we have.
New interview on WriteStats: writestats.com/stephen-cote...
Stephen Cote on Writing Science Fiction, Leaving Academia, and Imagining Futures That Matter
Stephen Cote discusses his journey from historian to sci fi author, the Shard series, his writing process, and how science and history shape his fiction.
writestats.com
February 3, 2026 at 4:56 PM
If you care about worldbuilding that feels real, you’ll want to read this.
Stephen C. Cote discusses writing Shard, his process, and why setting is one of the most powerful storytelling tools we have.
New interview on WriteStats: writestats.com/stephen-cote...
Stephen C. Cote discusses writing Shard, his process, and why setting is one of the most powerful storytelling tools we have.
New interview on WriteStats: writestats.com/stephen-cote...
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“I chose my publishing platform based on reach and followers.”
Creative freedom paired with strategic realism:
Creative freedom paired with strategic realism:
Amr Muneer Dahab: The Essayist Who Turned Challenge Into a Literary Philosophy
Learn about Amr Muneer Dahab's journey from engineering to becoming a celebrated voice in bilingual literature and cultural critique.
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February 1, 2026 at 11:17 PM
“I chose my publishing platform based on reach and followers.”
Creative freedom paired with strategic realism:
Creative freedom paired with strategic realism:
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Danni Rowe’s author journey is a powerful reminder that rejection isn’t failure, it’s part of the process.
In our newest Author Interview, she talks about staying motivated after setbacks, and why she still writes with pen and paper.
A must-read for emerging writers:
In our newest Author Interview, she talks about staying motivated after setbacks, and why she still writes with pen and paper.
A must-read for emerging writers:
Danni Rowe: Never Giving Up on Storytelling, From Children’s Books to New Adult Fiction
Discover Danni Rowe’s journey as a children’s book author from rejection to publication, her writing process, and the stories behind Waster Well.
writestats.com
January 31, 2026 at 7:16 PM
Danni Rowe’s author journey is a powerful reminder that rejection isn’t failure, it’s part of the process.
In our newest Author Interview, she talks about staying motivated after setbacks, and why she still writes with pen and paper.
A must-read for emerging writers:
In our newest Author Interview, she talks about staying motivated after setbacks, and why she still writes with pen and paper.
A must-read for emerging writers:
If a book has a family tree in the first few pages I will study it like an exam, build emotional pre-attachments to random names, then be personally offended when three of them die by page 40.
February 7, 2026 at 10:30 PM
If a book has a family tree in the first few pages I will study it like an exam, build emotional pre-attachments to random names, then be personally offended when three of them die by page 40.
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Writers, you’ll enjoy this one
We interviewed D.T. Bella about creativity, process, and staying authentic in a growing indie landscape.
Check it out: writestats.com/d-t-bella-on...
#WritingCommunity #IndieAuthorLife
We interviewed D.T. Bella about creativity, process, and staying authentic in a growing indie landscape.
Check it out: writestats.com/d-t-bella-on...
#WritingCommunity #IndieAuthorLife
D.T. Bella on Creativity, Worldbuilding, and Writing Steampunk Fairy Detectives
Meet D.T. Bella, a master of steampunk fiction. Learn about his inspirations and the enchanting worlds he builds in his stories.
writestats.com
January 30, 2026 at 10:57 PM
Writers, you’ll enjoy this one
We interviewed D.T. Bella about creativity, process, and staying authentic in a growing indie landscape.
Check it out: writestats.com/d-t-bella-on...
#WritingCommunity #IndieAuthorLife
We interviewed D.T. Bella about creativity, process, and staying authentic in a growing indie landscape.
Check it out: writestats.com/d-t-bella-on...
#WritingCommunity #IndieAuthorLife
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Why do some thriller novels get finished while others don’t?
In our latest Interview, D.C. Salmon talks about pacing, simplicity in writing tools, and what indie authors learn the hard way about publishing.
It’s a grounded, honest look at writing beyond the myths:
@dcsalmonbooks.com
In our latest Interview, D.C. Salmon talks about pacing, simplicity in writing tools, and what indie authors learn the hard way about publishing.
It’s a grounded, honest look at writing beyond the myths:
@dcsalmonbooks.com
D.C. Salmon: Inside the Mind of a High-Octane Thriller Author Blending History, Action, and Real Mystery
Thriller author D.C. Salmon reveals his writing process, tools, pacing strategy, and lessons learned from self-publishing his debut novel.
writestats.com
January 29, 2026 at 9:03 PM
Why do some thriller novels get finished while others don’t?
In our latest Interview, D.C. Salmon talks about pacing, simplicity in writing tools, and what indie authors learn the hard way about publishing.
It’s a grounded, honest look at writing beyond the myths:
@dcsalmonbooks.com
In our latest Interview, D.C. Salmon talks about pacing, simplicity in writing tools, and what indie authors learn the hard way about publishing.
It’s a grounded, honest look at writing beyond the myths:
@dcsalmonbooks.com
I respect beautiful hardcovers as much as anyone, but if a paperback isn't a little bent, a little lived-in, it doesn't feel like mine yet. Books are meant to be used. Anyone else feel this? Or are you a pristine-only reader?
February 7, 2026 at 1:19 PM
I respect beautiful hardcovers as much as anyone, but if a paperback isn't a little bent, a little lived-in, it doesn't feel like mine yet. Books are meant to be used. Anyone else feel this? Or are you a pristine-only reader?
If the book has a map, I open to it constantly, even when nothing map-worthy is happening. Like yes, they are having soup at an inn, but where is that inn in relation to the Slumbering Hills. I must know.
February 6, 2026 at 10:35 PM
If the book has a map, I open to it constantly, even when nothing map-worthy is happening. Like yes, they are having soup at an inn, but where is that inn in relation to the Slumbering Hills. I must know.
When I finish a book, I feel like I need to sit quietly for several minutes so the characters can exit the room. Like I’m hosting some kind of goodbye party in my head.
February 6, 2026 at 9:14 PM
When I finish a book, I feel like I need to sit quietly for several minutes so the characters can exit the room. Like I’m hosting some kind of goodbye party in my head.
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If your endings feel “right” but not “resonant,” this might be why.
Readers value emotional truth over perfect resolution and they remember stories that validate complexity.
A data driven look at emotional realism in fiction:
Readers value emotional truth over perfect resolution and they remember stories that validate complexity.
A data driven look at emotional realism in fiction:
Emotional Realism in Fiction: The Data Behind the Rise of Bittersweet and Honest Storytelling
Why emotional realism in fiction is rising. Data driven insights on bittersweet endings, reader psychology, and how authors can write emotionally honest stories.
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February 4, 2026 at 11:05 PM
If your endings feel “right” but not “resonant,” this might be why.
Readers value emotional truth over perfect resolution and they remember stories that validate complexity.
A data driven look at emotional realism in fiction:
Readers value emotional truth over perfect resolution and they remember stories that validate complexity.
A data driven look at emotional realism in fiction:
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“Writing isn’t easy. That’s the point.”
Perseverance as part of the craft:
Perseverance as part of the craft:
Matthew R. Taylor on Writing Horror, Resilience, and the Power of Perseverance
Horror author Matthew R. Taylor shares his journey, tools, and lessons on independence, creativity, and the power of perseverance in writing.
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January 26, 2026 at 7:22 PM
“Writing isn’t easy. That’s the point.”
Perseverance as part of the craft:
Perseverance as part of the craft:
Told my books I’d finish them before vacation. Now they stare like betrayed lovers.
#TBR #BookwormProblems #BookSky
#TBR #BookwormProblems #BookSky
February 5, 2026 at 8:02 PM
Told my books I’d finish them before vacation. Now they stare like betrayed lovers.
#TBR #BookwormProblems #BookSky
#TBR #BookwormProblems #BookSky
I genuinely don’t enjoy dual-POV romance unless both voices are *completely* distinct. If I have to keep flipping back to check who’s speaking, you lost me. What’s everyone’s take on this, do you need strong contrast or just vibe with both?
February 5, 2026 at 12:07 AM
I genuinely don’t enjoy dual-POV romance unless both voices are *completely* distinct. If I have to keep flipping back to check who’s speaking, you lost me. What’s everyone’s take on this, do you need strong contrast or just vibe with both?
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“I hope my stories will impact at least a few readers, and remain in their memory.”
In our new WriteStats interview, @susanerogersauthor.bsky.social reflects on legacy, patience in publishing, and the long view of a writing life:
In our new WriteStats interview, @susanerogersauthor.bsky.social reflects on legacy, patience in publishing, and the long view of a writing life:
Susan E. Rogers: Crafting Dark Stories That Linger
Susan E. Rogers discusses her writing journey, horror influences, publishing experience, and creative philosophy in this exclusive interview.
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January 24, 2026 at 7:16 PM
“I hope my stories will impact at least a few readers, and remain in their memory.”
In our new WriteStats interview, @susanerogersauthor.bsky.social reflects on legacy, patience in publishing, and the long view of a writing life:
In our new WriteStats interview, @susanerogersauthor.bsky.social reflects on legacy, patience in publishing, and the long view of a writing life:
If an author can’t stick the ending, it retroactively ruins the whole book for me. No matter how strong the characters or prose. Is that too harsh? Honest question for fellow readers: can a brilliant 90% survive a terrible final chapter?
February 4, 2026 at 6:21 PM
If an author can’t stick the ending, it retroactively ruins the whole book for me. No matter how strong the characters or prose. Is that too harsh? Honest question for fellow readers: can a brilliant 90% survive a terrible final chapter?
Told a date I alphabetize my unread books by likelihood of survival. No second date.
#TBR #BookwormProblems #BookSky
#TBR #BookwormProblems #BookSky
February 3, 2026 at 11:57 PM
Told a date I alphabetize my unread books by likelihood of survival. No second date.
#TBR #BookwormProblems #BookSky
#TBR #BookwormProblems #BookSky
If a book gives me a new favorite character, I immediately get paranoid something bad will happen to them. I start reading slower, like I can hide them from the plot if I don’t move too fast.
February 3, 2026 at 7:03 PM
If a book gives me a new favorite character, I immediately get paranoid something bad will happen to them. I start reading slower, like I can hide them from the plot if I don’t move too fast.
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Bibliotherapy turns reading into a form of self-care.
This guide shows how to curate a library for life-long growth:
This guide shows how to curate a library for life-long growth:
Personal Development Reading Habits: How to Curate Your Own Bibliotherapy Library for Life-Changing Growth
Explore Personal Development Reading Habits and create a bibliotherapy library that supports your journey toward emotional healing.
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January 23, 2026 at 1:22 AM
Bibliotherapy turns reading into a form of self-care.
This guide shows how to curate a library for life-long growth:
This guide shows how to curate a library for life-long growth:
Audiobooks are absolutely reading, but I notice I retain less nuance unless I listen slowly or re-listen. Dialogue-heavy fiction works great, but dense nonfiction loses me fast. Curious how you all experience this, is it just about narrator style or pace too?
February 3, 2026 at 1:24 AM
Audiobooks are absolutely reading, but I notice I retain less nuance unless I listen slowly or re-listen. Dialogue-heavy fiction works great, but dense nonfiction loses me fast. Curious how you all experience this, is it just about narrator style or pace too?
Lent my cat a book from my TBR. He returned it. Said it was stressful.
#TBR #BookwormProblems #BookSky
#TBR #BookwormProblems #BookSky
February 1, 2026 at 11:18 PM
Lent my cat a book from my TBR. He returned it. Said it was stressful.
#TBR #BookwormProblems #BookSky
#TBR #BookwormProblems #BookSky
I have a rule that I can’t start a new book until I’ve emotionally closed the chapter on the last one. Unfortunately that “closing process” has taken me anywhere from three seconds to eleven years.
February 1, 2026 at 2:30 PM
I have a rule that I can’t start a new book until I’ve emotionally closed the chapter on the last one. Unfortunately that “closing process” has taken me anywhere from three seconds to eleven years.
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“I don’t expect to ever be big time.”
Writing for impact, not fame:
Writing for impact, not fame:
From Texas to Chicago: The Wild Pulp World of B.C. Bell
Explore the fascinating world of B.C. Bell, the creator of Tales of the Bagman, a unique Depression-era vigilante saga.
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January 22, 2026 at 4:10 PM
“I don’t expect to ever be big time.”
Writing for impact, not fame:
Writing for impact, not fame: