CraigBookwyrm 📖📚
@craigbookwyrm.bsky.social
Girl dad, husband, humanist (He/Him)
Reader & reviewer of mostly SFF.
Not accepting any unsolicited review/ARC requests.
https://linktr.ee/craigbookwyrm
Reader & reviewer of mostly SFF.
Not accepting any unsolicited review/ARC requests.
https://linktr.ee/craigbookwyrm
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“The elected chamber has approved assisted dying and it has the support of most voters. It will be disgraceful if it fails to become law because it is “talked out” by a clique of unelected peers.” Great piece by @andrewrawnsley.bsky.social
November 23, 2025 at 9:37 PM
“The elected chamber has approved assisted dying and it has the support of most voters. It will be disgraceful if it fails to become law because it is “talked out” by a clique of unelected peers.” Great piece by @andrewrawnsley.bsky.social
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Last chance for a spooky bargain!
SALE ENDS TONIGHT!
People of #booksky , this is your summons to peruse our Still Spooky, DRM Free, website exclusive sale where 36 titles await you for only 0.99 each!
Including these titles from @rainewilson.bsky.social @mkhardywrites.com & @samkhorton.bsky.social
https://geni.us/Solarissale
People of #booksky , this is your summons to peruse our Still Spooky, DRM Free, website exclusive sale where 36 titles await you for only 0.99 each!
Including these titles from @rainewilson.bsky.social @mkhardywrites.com & @samkhorton.bsky.social
https://geni.us/Solarissale
November 24, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Last chance for a spooky bargain!
Ferdi is a very handsome boy 😻
November 24, 2025 at 11:51 AM
Ferdi is a very handsome boy 😻
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A very welcome ruling in Northern Ireland - supporting that basic right of freedom of/from religion. The state - and state schools - should not teach a religion as truth or push it on children.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/c2...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/c2...
Religious education: Supreme Court rules the Christian-focused RE taught in NI schools is unlawful
In a unanimous judgement the Supreme Court allowed an appeal by an unnamed father and daughter from Northern Ireland.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 19, 2025 at 11:46 PM
A very welcome ruling in Northern Ireland - supporting that basic right of freedom of/from religion. The state - and state schools - should not teach a religion as truth or push it on children.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/c2...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/c2...
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It would take peers 20 years to get through all the amendments at this pace.
When an unelected chamber deliberately stalls a bill backed by the Commons, it does more than delay legislation; it undermines representative democracy.
#AssistedDyingBill
humanists.uk/2025/11/21/a...
When an unelected chamber deliberately stalls a bill backed by the Commons, it does more than delay legislation; it undermines representative democracy.
#AssistedDyingBill
humanists.uk/2025/11/21/a...
House of Lords will talk out the Assisted Dying Bill unless changes are made
The House of Lords will talk out the Assisted Dying Bill, causing it to fail, unless they speed up the debate. Humanists UK and My Death, My Decision are dismayed that the unelected House is frustrati...
humanists.uk
November 21, 2025 at 3:27 PM
It would take peers 20 years to get through all the amendments at this pace.
When an unelected chamber deliberately stalls a bill backed by the Commons, it does more than delay legislation; it undermines representative democracy.
#AssistedDyingBill
humanists.uk/2025/11/21/a...
When an unelected chamber deliberately stalls a bill backed by the Commons, it does more than delay legislation; it undermines representative democracy.
#AssistedDyingBill
humanists.uk/2025/11/21/a...
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We’re working with @glanlaw.bsky.social and our claimants SOS UK, @tippingpointuk.bsky.social and Save Hemsby Coastline to challenge the UK government.
Starmer’s climate framework is so full of holes that it breaches our right to family life. Support our challenge here:
https://goodlaw.social/h5ik
Starmer’s climate framework is so full of holes that it breaches our right to family life. Support our challenge here:
https://goodlaw.social/h5ik
Make Keir Starmer step up on climate
The government is failing to tackle global heating – so we’re forcing it to take action
goodlaw.social
November 23, 2025 at 10:22 AM
We’re working with @glanlaw.bsky.social and our claimants SOS UK, @tippingpointuk.bsky.social and Save Hemsby Coastline to challenge the UK government.
Starmer’s climate framework is so full of holes that it breaches our right to family life. Support our challenge here:
https://goodlaw.social/h5ik
Starmer’s climate framework is so full of holes that it breaches our right to family life. Support our challenge here:
https://goodlaw.social/h5ik
"When you call my name, it's like a little prayer
I'm down on my knees, I wanna take you there"
I'm down on my knees, I wanna take you there"
"That's me in the corner
That's me in the spotlight, losing my religion"
That's me in the spotlight, losing my religion"
November 23, 2025 at 10:11 AM
"When you call my name, it's like a little prayer
I'm down on my knees, I wanna take you there"
I'm down on my knees, I wanna take you there"
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COVER REVEAL: My next book is a standalone science fiction cyberpunk thriller starring aging corporate samurai. The Last Contract of Isako will be out on May 5, 2026 from @orbitbooks.bsky.social. Can't wait to share it with you. Thank you to @tommypocket.bsky.social for this kickass cover ⚔️
November 22, 2025 at 1:13 AM
COVER REVEAL: My next book is a standalone science fiction cyberpunk thriller starring aging corporate samurai. The Last Contract of Isako will be out on May 5, 2026 from @orbitbooks.bsky.social. Can't wait to share it with you. Thank you to @tommypocket.bsky.social for this kickass cover ⚔️
Coming tomorrow 👀
THE ENEMY IS ON THE RISE. THE STRENGTH OF A GOD WILL CRUSH THEM, BUT SUCH POWER COMES WITH A PRICE.
I'm proud to reveal the cover for my novella, out on 20th Nov. The Sword of Armiron is set a generation before Echoes of a Lost Goddess, telling how the Tythelands were conquered.
I'm proud to reveal the cover for my novella, out on 20th Nov. The Sword of Armiron is set a generation before Echoes of a Lost Goddess, telling how the Tythelands were conquered.
November 19, 2025 at 8:48 PM
Coming tomorrow 👀
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The incredible @emmaladams12.bsky.social bringing some fungal gaslamp mystery to THE BOOK OF SPORES with her story “A Dangerous Donation” 🍄🍄🟫
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November 19, 2025 at 4:26 PM
The incredible @emmaladams12.bsky.social bringing some fungal gaslamp mystery to THE BOOK OF SPORES with her story “A Dangerous Donation” 🍄🍄🟫
BACK THE KICKSTARTER HERE: www.kickstarter.com/projects/fan...
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My current read is Blood Over Bright Haven by M. L. Wang.
Really enjoying it so far.
Really enjoying it so far.
November 19, 2025 at 11:45 AM
My current read is Blood Over Bright Haven by M. L. Wang.
Really enjoying it so far.
Really enjoying it so far.
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This ruling should also prompt the governments in England, Scotland, and Wales to revisit the requirement for mandatory collective worship. We hope it is now repealed. You can read the full story on our website: humanists.uk/2025/11/19/s...
Northern Ireland RE curriculum is ‘indoctrination’ – Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has ruled in favour of a non-religious father and his child that the exclusively Christian teaching of Religious Education (RE) and collective worship in Northern Ireland are ‘indoct...
humanists.uk
November 19, 2025 at 10:26 AM
This ruling should also prompt the governments in England, Scotland, and Wales to revisit the requirement for mandatory collective worship. We hope it is now repealed. You can read the full story on our website: humanists.uk/2025/11/19/s...
4 books I'm looking forward to reading, hopefully before the end of the year.
All influenced by my recent trip to World FantasyCon.
King Sorrow by @joe-hill.bsky.social
The Bone Raiders by Jackson Ford
The Salt Oracle by @rainewilson.bsky.social
The Needfire by @mkhardywrites.com
All influenced by my recent trip to World FantasyCon.
King Sorrow by @joe-hill.bsky.social
The Bone Raiders by Jackson Ford
The Salt Oracle by @rainewilson.bsky.social
The Needfire by @mkhardywrites.com
November 19, 2025 at 9:14 AM
4 books I'm looking forward to reading, hopefully before the end of the year.
All influenced by my recent trip to World FantasyCon.
King Sorrow by @joe-hill.bsky.social
The Bone Raiders by Jackson Ford
The Salt Oracle by @rainewilson.bsky.social
The Needfire by @mkhardywrites.com
All influenced by my recent trip to World FantasyCon.
King Sorrow by @joe-hill.bsky.social
The Bone Raiders by Jackson Ford
The Salt Oracle by @rainewilson.bsky.social
The Needfire by @mkhardywrites.com
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We’re delighted to announce The Best of Adrian Tchaikovsky (@aptshadow.bsky.social), a massive—37 stories, more than 600 pages—collection by the author of many acclaimed novels. Featuring a foreword by @scalzi.com. Full details and preorder: subterraneanpress.com/newsannounci...
Announcing THE BEST OF ADRIAN TCHAIKOVSKY—Over 600 Pages!
We’re delighted to announce The Best of Adrian Tchaikovsky, a massive—37 stories, more than 600 pages—collection by the author of many acclaimed novels, including Alien Clay, Shroud,...
subterraneanpress.com
November 17, 2025 at 5:29 PM
We’re delighted to announce The Best of Adrian Tchaikovsky (@aptshadow.bsky.social), a massive—37 stories, more than 600 pages—collection by the author of many acclaimed novels. Featuring a foreword by @scalzi.com. Full details and preorder: subterraneanpress.com/newsannounci...
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Happy Monday, everyone! Are you on the fence about THE BOOK OF SPORES, FanFiAddict’s fungal SFF anthology? Check the graphics below to see all of our available reward tiers. From digital and deluxe hardcover editions to swag and more 🍄
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November 17, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Happy Monday, everyone! Are you on the fence about THE BOOK OF SPORES, FanFiAddict’s fungal SFF anthology? Check the graphics below to see all of our available reward tiers. From digital and deluxe hardcover editions to swag and more 🍄
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Say hello to Ferdi 👋😻
New member of the family and he's a cutie 😽
New member of the family and he's a cutie 😽
November 17, 2025 at 11:28 AM
Say hello to Ferdi 👋😻
New member of the family and he's a cutie 😽
New member of the family and he's a cutie 😽
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The Labour Government reeling off the same far-right talking points on immigration. And look who is celebrating. The far-right.
There is a political alternative that won’t ever scapegoat those fleeing war, persecution and torture
join.greenparty.org.uk
There is a political alternative that won’t ever scapegoat those fleeing war, persecution and torture
join.greenparty.org.uk
November 16, 2025 at 10:28 AM
The Labour Government reeling off the same far-right talking points on immigration. And look who is celebrating. The far-right.
There is a political alternative that won’t ever scapegoat those fleeing war, persecution and torture
join.greenparty.org.uk
There is a political alternative that won’t ever scapegoat those fleeing war, persecution and torture
join.greenparty.org.uk
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Wise words on tolerance from Karl Popper – a former patron of ours – for #InternationalDayofTolerance
November 16, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Wise words on tolerance from Karl Popper – a former patron of ours – for #InternationalDayofTolerance
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People have tried to say that the Green surge is just on social media.
Or in a bubble that's just about polls and just about new members.
Yet up and down the country - Greens are also winning elections.
Huge congratulations to the Canterbury Greens! 💚🎉
Join.greenparty.org.uk
Or in a bubble that's just about polls and just about new members.
Yet up and down the country - Greens are also winning elections.
Huge congratulations to the Canterbury Greens! 💚🎉
Join.greenparty.org.uk
Wincheap (Canterbury) Council By-Election Result:
🌍 GRN: 39.1% (+24.1)
🔶 LDM: 24.1% (-12.2)
➡️ RFM: 16.3% (New)
🌹 LAB: 12.8% (-25.5)
🌳 CON: 7.7% (-2.6)
Green GAIN from Liberal Democrat.
Changes w/ 2023.
🌍 GRN: 39.1% (+24.1)
🔶 LDM: 24.1% (-12.2)
➡️ RFM: 16.3% (New)
🌹 LAB: 12.8% (-25.5)
🌳 CON: 7.7% (-2.6)
Green GAIN from Liberal Democrat.
Changes w/ 2023.
November 14, 2025 at 1:35 PM
People have tried to say that the Green surge is just on social media.
Or in a bubble that's just about polls and just about new members.
Yet up and down the country - Greens are also winning elections.
Huge congratulations to the Canterbury Greens! 💚🎉
Join.greenparty.org.uk
Or in a bubble that's just about polls and just about new members.
Yet up and down the country - Greens are also winning elections.
Huge congratulations to the Canterbury Greens! 💚🎉
Join.greenparty.org.uk
Two of my most anticipated book releases for 2026 are by two authors I've read every book they've published:
Daughter of Crows by @marklawrenceauthor.bsky.social and Exit Party by @emilymandel.bsky.social
What are your most anticipated releases for 2026?
Daughter of Crows by @marklawrenceauthor.bsky.social and Exit Party by @emilymandel.bsky.social
What are your most anticipated releases for 2026?
November 14, 2025 at 12:31 PM
Two of my most anticipated book releases for 2026 are by two authors I've read every book they've published:
Daughter of Crows by @marklawrenceauthor.bsky.social and Exit Party by @emilymandel.bsky.social
What are your most anticipated releases for 2026?
Daughter of Crows by @marklawrenceauthor.bsky.social and Exit Party by @emilymandel.bsky.social
What are your most anticipated releases for 2026?
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New Review - an excellent tale of digital ghosts, seers, scientists and ethics await in the brilliant The Salt Oracle by @rainewilson.bsky.social out now - very strongly recommended! Huge thanks to @solarisbooks.bsky.social www.runalongtheshelves.net/blog/2025/11...
The Salt Oracle by Lorraine Wilson — Runalong The Shelves
I would like to thank Solaris for an advance copy of this novel in exchange for a fair and honest review Publisher – Solaris Published – Out Now Price – £18.99 hardback £7.99 Kindle ebook ...
www.runalongtheshelves.net
November 14, 2025 at 7:40 AM
New Review - an excellent tale of digital ghosts, seers, scientists and ethics await in the brilliant The Salt Oracle by @rainewilson.bsky.social out now - very strongly recommended! Huge thanks to @solarisbooks.bsky.social www.runalongtheshelves.net/blog/2025/11...
A very pertinent quote from Project Hanuman by @stewarthotston.com
"If a community doesn't believe in itself, someone or something else will come along and fill that void, acknowledged or otherwise."
"If a community doesn't believe in itself, someone or something else will come along and fill that void, acknowledged or otherwise."
November 13, 2025 at 9:10 PM
A very pertinent quote from Project Hanuman by @stewarthotston.com
"If a community doesn't believe in itself, someone or something else will come along and fill that void, acknowledged or otherwise."
"If a community doesn't believe in itself, someone or something else will come along and fill that void, acknowledged or otherwise."