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Dana Gricken, Author 🇨🇦

@danagricken.bsky.social

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I write and read books. Most of the time. Also love kindness, video games, dresses, cats, and food. Visit DanaGricken.com for more info!

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Dana Gricken, Author 🇨🇦 @danagricken.bsky.social · Nov 19

🚨 Today is the day! 🚨

Happy book birthday to MODERN FAIRYTALE, the first in my fantasy romance series! Have you gotten your copy yet on Amazon? It’s e-book format but paperback is coming soon!

Link here: amazon.com/Modern-Fairyta…

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Dana Gricken, Author 🇨🇦 @danagricken.bsky.social · 5h

Hey.

You did a great job today!
I’m proud of you.
You can rest now. ❤️

Good night!

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Dana Gricken, Author 🇨🇦 @danagricken.bsky.social · 12h

Thank you to Dawn Woven Books for including me in this lovely anthology of personal essays.

I speak on my anxiety, struggles as a writer, sexual assault, and so much more. Get your copy of these inspiring short stories today on Amazon!

Dana Gricken, Author 🇨🇦 @danagricken.bsky.social · 18h

You know you live in Canada when the table at a coffee shop is a hockey rink stencil.

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All On The Board @allontheboard.bsky.social · 2d

Today is World Mental Health Day. It’s a day that should be every day of the year. You are worthwhile, and you deserve to be here.

#WorldMentalHealthDay #WMHD25 #MentalHealth

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Dana Gricken, Author 🇨🇦 @danagricken.bsky.social · 1d

Hey. It’s #worldmentalhealthday. I have struggled with:

Anxiety and panic attacks
Agoraphobia
PTSD
OCD
Depression and suicidal thoughts
Derealization/depersonalization

If you struggle too, you’re not alone. I’m glad you’re still here. ❤️

See me for who I really am—not my mental illness!

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Dana Gricken, Author 🇨🇦 @danagricken.bsky.social · 1d

When people told me homeschooling wasn’t a good idea, I still graduated anyway.

When people said I’d never be a writer, I still got published anyway.

I built the life I dreamed of. And you can too—as long as you never quit. ❤️

Dana Gricken, Author 🇨🇦 @danagricken.bsky.social · 1d

You know it’s cold when my cats bury themselves in blankets on my bed. 😂

Dana Gricken, Author 🇨🇦 @danagricken.bsky.social · 1d

With the audio book out now, I can finally share some news I’ve kept for a long time…

Caelynn Bell is the narrator for my fantasy romance book, MODERN FAIRYTALE! She’s such a lovely person and did a fantastic job at bringing my characters to life. Listen on Audible! @oliverheberbooks.bsky.social

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Dana Gricken, Author 🇨🇦 @danagricken.bsky.social · 1d

Happy release day to GENESIS HOTEL! Thank you to @evernightteen.bsky.social for publishing my romance novel about a flying car mechanic falling for an android on a space hotel. 🥰

Bladerunner meets I, Robot!

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Dana Gricken, Author 🇨🇦 @danagricken.bsky.social · 2d

My depression is hitting me hard tonight, so I’m going to play my favorite video game and relax.

Take care, everyone, and let’s hope for a better tomorrow. ❤️

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Dana Gricken, Author 🇨🇦 @danagricken.bsky.social · 2d

Most days, my anxiety and panic disorder is so bad that I can’t leave the house.

Making it to the grocery store 5 minutes away without anxiety is an accomplishment. Despite my struggles, I’m proud of how far I’ve come. ❤️

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Dana Gricken, Author 🇨🇦 @danagricken.bsky.social · 3d

Some outtakes from my birthday photoshoot! The fall colors made for the perfect background.

Thank you for all the birthday wishes! I got thousands of likes and messages and I’m overwhelmed in the best way possible. Thank you for making this birthday girl feel so special.

Here’s to 27!!!

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LESBIreviewed @lesbireviewed.bsky.social · 3d

What I am reading this week 11th October 2025

- Disco Murder City by @calebbethea.bsky.social

- Murder At The Cabaret by @danagricken.bsky.social

- Rare Vintage by Dee Rismiller

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Dana Gricken, Author 🇨🇦 @danagricken.bsky.social · 3d

I declare today as “Call in Sick to Work and Do Whatever You Want” day.

For me? It’s playing video games and napping. 😴

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Dana Gricken, Author 🇨🇦 @danagricken.bsky.social · 4d

It’s my birthday today!!! This is 27. 🥰

Grateful for my family, friends, writing, cats, and another trip around the sun. May this year be wonderful for us all!

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Dana Gricken, Author 🇨🇦 @danagricken.bsky.social · 5d

A poem I penned tonight ahead of my birthday tomorrow.

Remember: life is always worth staying for. That is always the message I try to convey with my posts on social media. ❤️

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Dana Gricken, Author 🇨🇦 @danagricken.bsky.social · 5d

Last day of being 26 and I’m dancing around to Taylor Swift in my best dress (fearless. If you get this reference, you’re my kinda people.)

Can’t wait for my birthday tomorrow!

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Dana Gricken, Author 🇨🇦 @danagricken.bsky.social · 5d

Me yesterday at the farmer’s market with my parents and grandma.

I got so many compliments on my dress!

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Dana Gricken, Author 🇨🇦 @danagricken.bsky.social · 6d

Found my old Nikon camera and took some professional shots. Look how cute my babies are! ❤️

Dana Gricken, Author 🇨🇦 @danagricken.bsky.social · 6d

A little make-up touch up and now I’m off to dinner at my favorite restaurant! An early birthday dinner with my family.

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Dana Gricken, Author 🇨🇦 @danagricken.bsky.social · 6d

Had a blast at my birthday photo shoot today! Will post the pics on my birthday on Tuesday. But for now, a sneak peek…

Dana Gricken, Author 🇨🇦 @danagricken.bsky.social · 6d

Happy Sunday! I hope your day is joyful. ❤️

I’m ready for a birthday photoshoot in the woods. Only TWO days until my birthday!

Take care, all. ❤️

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Dana Gricken, Author 🇨🇦 @danagricken.bsky.social · 7d

My birthday is in THREE DAYS!

Trying on my favorite dresses tonight. Tomorrow, I’m going to a pretty waterfall to do an early birthday photoshoot.

Yay! 🎂

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Dana Gricken, Author 🇨🇦 @danagricken.bsky.social · 7d

Every Saturday, I go and feed the birds.

It’s small and probably silly to some, but for me, it brings me joy. And I think that’s what life is all about.

Finding happiness in the little things. ❤️

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Dana Gricken, Author 🇨🇦 @danagricken.bsky.social · 7d

Hey.

You’re not alone.

Just thought you should know. ❤️

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