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Derek Sowers

@dereksowers.com

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Happily married writer & cat dad, former post-producer, video editor & graphic designer. 🌈🧑🏽‍🤝‍🧑🏼🖖🐈🎮 dereksowers.com

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Derek Sowers @dereksowers.com · 4d

Having a sweaty blast in Mérida ♥️💦

Derek Sowers @dereksowers.com · 6d

My window seat. Thanks United.

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Derek Sowers @dereksowers.com · 9d

It's been almost 2 months since my sweet kitty Cirrus passed. He brought light and joy to my life, and it'll never be the same without him. ❤️

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#cats #rainbowbridge #catdad

Derek Sowers @dereksowers.com · 13d

Now I can also criticize myself in Spanish #duolingo

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Derek Sowers @dereksowers.com · 23d

Taking a trip back in time to Angel Island. What's in the bag? No clue.

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Derek Sowers @dereksowers.com · 23d

My latest tea addiction (I can't believe I just said that).
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#traderjoes #tea #teatotaling

Derek Sowers @dereksowers.com · 29d

Contemporaries - A post-apocalyptic short story of loss, discovery, and connection. One of a trio, free to read and share, just please respect copyright

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#shortstories #sciencefiction #postapocalyptic

Derek Sowers @dereksowers.com · 29d

We had a great time at Great America yesterday, squeezing in one last visit before the park closes for all eternity 😔
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#greatamerica #californiasgreatamerica #amusementpark

Derek Sowers @dereksowers.com · Sep 17

Happy anniversary to the most amazing hubby!

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Me @btrainbows.bsky.social · Sep 9

Day 9: Queer Sci-Fi Pick 🌈📚

Escape Velocity by Victor Manibo — a locked-room mystery in orbit with sharp commentary on power, privilege, and queerness. It might honestly be the only sci-fi I’ve read, but it hooked me!

What’s your queer sci-fi fave?

#30DaysOfQueerBooks #booksky #books #gay

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Derek Sowers @dereksowers.com · Sep 7

Music fest time!

Derek Sowers @dereksowers.com · Aug 19

I'm proud to announce the release of three new short stories, now available as an eBook entitled "Three Short Stories of Reflection and Connection." When taken together they're a quick read, but stirring and emotional. It's available on Amazon, Kobo and Barnes & Noble. #sciencefictionbooks

Derek Sowers @dereksowers.com · Aug 2

Miguel and I played a little pool at the Emporium on Divisadero last night. I'm proud to say we each won 2 games, and they all came down to only a couple remaining balls. Whew! 🎱 #emporiumsf #pooltable #billiards

Derek Sowers @dereksowers.com · Jul 30

Taking in the love. #cats #tabbies #catdad

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Derek Sowers @dereksowers.com · Jul 21

I think it's measured in light years

Derek Sowers @dereksowers.com · Jul 19

Cirrus just loafin' around on Caturday. #cats #caturday #tabbycats

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Derek Sowers @dereksowers.com · Jul 18

Manufactured Dec 11, 2014...it took me 10.5 years to get through this one roll of Costco plastic wrap. I should probably put the next two rolls in my will in case I don't live long enough to use them.
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#bulk #inheritance #plasticwrap #siempreviva

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The Onion @theonion.com · Jul 10

Study: 97% Of Average American’s Day Spent Retrieving 6-Digit Codes
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Derek Sowers @dereksowers.com · Jul 2

I'm happy to announce that A Bridge in Glass is now available on Hooplah. Read it online or get the app! #timetravel #gayscifi #abridgeinglass #bridgeinglass

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Derek Sowers @dereksowers.com · Jun 25

Happy Pride everyone and thanks for reading! I take a moment to answer a few questions about my debut novel, A Bridge in Glass and have a little fun with it! #bridgeinglass #abridgeinglass #timetravel #mmromance #sciencefiction

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Derek Sowers @dereksowers.com · Jun 22

Double sweetness, as my adorable husband gives our adorable cat Cirrus his thyroid pill hidden in a Churu. #cats #churu #tabbies

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Derek Sowers @dereksowers.com · Jun 7

The Balloon Museum at the Palace of Fine Arts 🫧 #balloonmuseum #palaceoffinearts

Derek Sowers @dereksowers.com · Jun 4

My sweet boy just had his echocardiogram and though the results weren't ideal, they were still good. So, rather than dwell on the worst, we're going to enjoy the time we have and give all our love to this amazing little guy.

Derek Sowers @dereksowers.com · Jun 1

Looking for something new to read during Pride Month? If you ever wanted to change the past for the one you love, this story is for you! (pardon my shameless plug) 🕰️💑🏳️‍🌈
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#abridgeinglass #bridgeinglass #sciencefiction #timetravel #timetravelromance #mmromance #maydecemberromance

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Derek Sowers @dereksowers.com · May 31

Out for stroller walkies on a sunny Friday afternoon. #cats #tabbies #catsinstrollers