Lauren Roy
@falconesse.bsky.social
Writer, bookseller, gamer, geek. she/her. queer.
Artist at [email protected]
Staff at [email protected]
Artist at [email protected]
Staff at [email protected]
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For those of you outside of Minnesota wondering how to help, please visit this site which is updated with ways to help.
If you can't help monetarily, amplify as you can and tell friends and family.
www.standwithminnesota.com
If you can't help monetarily, amplify as you can and tell friends and family.
www.standwithminnesota.com
Stand With Minnesota
A directory of places to give to as Minnesota defends itself from ICE occupation
www.standwithminnesota.com
January 17, 2026 at 6:46 PM
For those of you outside of Minnesota wondering how to help, please visit this site which is updated with ways to help.
If you can't help monetarily, amplify as you can and tell friends and family.
www.standwithminnesota.com
If you can't help monetarily, amplify as you can and tell friends and family.
www.standwithminnesota.com
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Dragon's Den is LIVE.
Spots are limited. I'll update with how many we have left.
Thank you for your patience.
www.peculiarityshop.com/product-page...
Spots are limited. I'll update with how many we have left.
Thank you for your patience.
www.peculiarityshop.com/product-page...
January 16, 2026 at 6:54 PM
Dragon's Den is LIVE.
Spots are limited. I'll update with how many we have left.
Thank you for your patience.
www.peculiarityshop.com/product-page...
Spots are limited. I'll update with how many we have left.
Thank you for your patience.
www.peculiarityshop.com/product-page...
Got one of those AI book promo scam emails for... a book I did not write. At first I thought it might've been a completely hallucinated title, but turns out there's a 27-page ebook by someone with my middle-initial-last-name combo. Bad job, scammers!
January 16, 2026 at 5:07 PM
Got one of those AI book promo scam emails for... a book I did not write. At first I thought it might've been a completely hallucinated title, but turns out there's a 27-page ebook by someone with my middle-initial-last-name combo. Bad job, scammers!
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my name is Jax
I write the fae
which were released
seven years today
I wrote the kiths
so take a look
it saved my life
I love this book
I write the fae
which were released
seven years today
I wrote the kiths
so take a look
it saved my life
I love this book
January 16, 2026 at 3:44 PM
my name is Jax
I write the fae
which were released
seven years today
I wrote the kiths
so take a look
it saved my life
I love this book
I write the fae
which were released
seven years today
I wrote the kiths
so take a look
it saved my life
I love this book
It's going to be so full of shinies. Get ready!
The only mystery box we're doing this year is spring 2026, The Dragon's Den, and the preorder goes live at 1pm.
@peculiarityshop.bsky.social
@peculiarityshop.bsky.social
January 16, 2026 at 2:39 PM
It's going to be so full of shinies. Get ready!
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Look at this absolute queen
January 16, 2026 at 12:22 PM
Look at this absolute queen
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This is Kevin. He's a reactive dog getting some training to be more comfortable. His trainer brought him to a pet store for some socialization where they learned he is no longer reactive when given a giant stuffed dinosaur. 14/10 (TT: katieandtatesfostermates)
January 16, 2026 at 12:35 AM
This is Kevin. He's a reactive dog getting some training to be more comfortable. His trainer brought him to a pet store for some socialization where they learned he is no longer reactive when given a giant stuffed dinosaur. 14/10 (TT: katieandtatesfostermates)
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Love getting a copy of an anthology with all these great writers in it!
@falconesse.bsky.social did such a bang-up job developing this for @theonyxpath.bsky.social & I remain delighted to have been invited to introduce the world to The Fox Who Ran With Coyotes.
@falconesse.bsky.social did such a bang-up job developing this for @theonyxpath.bsky.social & I remain delighted to have been invited to introduce the world to The Fox Who Ran With Coyotes.
January 14, 2026 at 6:15 PM
Love getting a copy of an anthology with all these great writers in it!
@falconesse.bsky.social did such a bang-up job developing this for @theonyxpath.bsky.social & I remain delighted to have been invited to introduce the world to The Fox Who Ran With Coyotes.
@falconesse.bsky.social did such a bang-up job developing this for @theonyxpath.bsky.social & I remain delighted to have been invited to introduce the world to The Fox Who Ran With Coyotes.
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Strange Horizons fiction submissions open next Monday!
The window will be open for 48 hours from 3 p.m. UTC on January 19th 2026 to 3 p.m. UTC on January 21st 2026.
There will be no cap.
More information on submitting, including the link to our Moksha portal ⬇️
strangehorizons.com/submit/ficti...
The window will be open for 48 hours from 3 p.m. UTC on January 19th 2026 to 3 p.m. UTC on January 21st 2026.
There will be no cap.
More information on submitting, including the link to our Moksha portal ⬇️
strangehorizons.com/submit/ficti...
January 12, 2026 at 10:44 AM
Strange Horizons fiction submissions open next Monday!
The window will be open for 48 hours from 3 p.m. UTC on January 19th 2026 to 3 p.m. UTC on January 21st 2026.
There will be no cap.
More information on submitting, including the link to our Moksha portal ⬇️
strangehorizons.com/submit/ficti...
The window will be open for 48 hours from 3 p.m. UTC on January 19th 2026 to 3 p.m. UTC on January 21st 2026.
There will be no cap.
More information on submitting, including the link to our Moksha portal ⬇️
strangehorizons.com/submit/ficti...
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The only synagogue in Jackson, MS burned last night. It was arson. They've been here before--they were attacked by the KKK because the rabbi spoke in favor of civil rights.
They have no usable torah for services, all burned. Torahs are handmade! If you can donate a bit this week, here's a spot.
They have no usable torah for services, all burned. Torahs are handmade! If you can donate a bit this week, here's a spot.
For anyone else reading this, feeling helpless, and wondering what they can do: the synagogue has a donation form and I've donated with a note that it's for fire recovery immediate expenses. www.bethisraelms.org
Beth Israel Congregation
www.bethisraelms.org
January 11, 2026 at 3:30 PM
The only synagogue in Jackson, MS burned last night. It was arson. They've been here before--they were attacked by the KKK because the rabbi spoke in favor of civil rights.
They have no usable torah for services, all burned. Torahs are handmade! If you can donate a bit this week, here's a spot.
They have no usable torah for services, all burned. Torahs are handmade! If you can donate a bit this week, here's a spot.
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Discord is doing a public consultation about whether or not to include genAI. Go tell them we don’t want it!!!
discord.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
#BookSky #SkyWriters #WritingCommunity
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#BookSky #SkyWriters #WritingCommunity
January 10, 2026 at 7:23 AM
Discord is doing a public consultation about whether or not to include genAI. Go tell them we don’t want it!!!
discord.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
#BookSky #SkyWriters #WritingCommunity
discord.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
#BookSky #SkyWriters #WritingCommunity
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If you’re in Minneapolis and need a place to just BE right now, Big Hill Books and Birchbark Books & Native Arts are both open and ready to welcome you with open arms.
January 8, 2026 at 6:47 PM
If you’re in Minneapolis and need a place to just BE right now, Big Hill Books and Birchbark Books & Native Arts are both open and ready to welcome you with open arms.
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“Emerson does not have a mother today because one of you murdered a woman in cold blood yesterday.”
January 8, 2026 at 4:16 PM
“Emerson does not have a mother today because one of you murdered a woman in cold blood yesterday.”
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News of me: I’m retiring. I’m 67 years old and I’ve worked full-time at Tor Books for 37 of those years. Today, January 5, is my official last day. This has been in train for several months, and while it hasn’t been a secret for some time, I haven’t mentioned it on social media until now. (1/3)
January 5, 2026 at 2:31 PM
News of me: I’m retiring. I’m 67 years old and I’ve worked full-time at Tor Books for 37 of those years. Today, January 5, is my official last day. This has been in train for several months, and while it hasn’t been a secret for some time, I haven’t mentioned it on social media until now. (1/3)
I keep seeing AI takes that declare "You might accidentally stumble into using AI" and... No I won't? I know how to avoid it.
Also , if they provide examples outside of that nebulous statement, they're usually for tasks you ought to pay a human to do.
Also , if they provide examples outside of that nebulous statement, they're usually for tasks you ought to pay a human to do.
December 28, 2025 at 5:09 PM
I keep seeing AI takes that declare "You might accidentally stumble into using AI" and... No I won't? I know how to avoid it.
Also , if they provide examples outside of that nebulous statement, they're usually for tasks you ought to pay a human to do.
Also , if they provide examples outside of that nebulous statement, they're usually for tasks you ought to pay a human to do.
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Today I close up the little shop that could for a couple of weeks. Here are a few beauties available for the rest of the day. LGBTQIA+ staffed and owned, free US shipping over $25.
We have a half dozen guillotines left.
www.peculiarityshop.com/product-page...
We have a half dozen guillotines left.
www.peculiarityshop.com/product-page...
Becky's Choppy, Choppy, The Pendant | Peculiarity Shop
It's time we did something about *gestures*.18" chain. Components: Czech glass, base metal alloy, stainless steel. Some very minor variations in construction may apply. Lead/nickel free
www.peculiarityshop.com
December 28, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Today I close up the little shop that could for a couple of weeks. Here are a few beauties available for the rest of the day. LGBTQIA+ staffed and owned, free US shipping over $25.
We have a half dozen guillotines left.
www.peculiarityshop.com/product-page...
We have a half dozen guillotines left.
www.peculiarityshop.com/product-page...
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The SFWA is asking for folks to fill out a survey on "A.i." I highly recommend telling them exactly how you feel about this pernicious product.
SFWA members and general SFF community:
In this press release, our Board of Directors apologizes for recent events.
Feedback from writers is strongly welcomed in the survey.
SFWA Members: Write to [email protected] to support our Emerging Tech Committee.
www.sfwa.org/2025/12/22/p...
In this press release, our Board of Directors apologizes for recent events.
Feedback from writers is strongly welcomed in the survey.
SFWA Members: Write to [email protected] to support our Emerging Tech Committee.
www.sfwa.org/2025/12/22/p...
December 23, 2025 at 4:30 AM
The SFWA is asking for folks to fill out a survey on "A.i." I highly recommend telling them exactly how you feel about this pernicious product.
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It’s the “season of love and giving”…but this year, doesn’t it seem more like a “season of fear and taking”? Like many of you, I’ve been saddened by the human impact of draconian government budget cuts and how angry many housed Americans are at unhoused Americans.
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December 21, 2025 at 2:51 AM
It’s the “season of love and giving”…but this year, doesn’t it seem more like a “season of fear and taking”? Like many of you, I’ve been saddened by the human impact of draconian government budget cuts and how angry many housed Americans are at unhoused Americans.
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I have half an essay about authorial voice and style and how you learn to do those things. It's sitting, angry-typed in Notepad, because what was supposed to be a thread has turned into a blog post.
But also I am going to go make art, with my hands and not a machine, so it can percolate a bit.
But also I am going to go make art, with my hands and not a machine, so it can percolate a bit.
December 20, 2025 at 6:26 PM
I have half an essay about authorial voice and style and how you learn to do those things. It's sitting, angry-typed in Notepad, because what was supposed to be a thread has turned into a blog post.
But also I am going to go make art, with my hands and not a machine, so it can percolate a bit.
But also I am going to go make art, with my hands and not a machine, so it can percolate a bit.
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And please also, AGAIN, never forget that they are inherently unethical to use because no one gave permission for their research or writing to be used in it. It is all stolen, and if you're using the plagiarism machine, please keep that in mind.
My friends, I say this with all the love in my heart: Right now might not be the moment for “But we should be TOLERANT and NUANCED about the plagiarism machines!”
Your tolerance and “nuance” will be weaponised by the grifters and their apologists. Please respect yourselves more.
Your tolerance and “nuance” will be weaponised by the grifters and their apologists. Please respect yourselves more.
December 20, 2025 at 3:07 PM
And please also, AGAIN, never forget that they are inherently unethical to use because no one gave permission for their research or writing to be used in it. It is all stolen, and if you're using the plagiarism machine, please keep that in mind.
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The name "Popular Science" doesn't mean we shift our coverage depending on public opinion. It means we cover relevant subjects that are rigorously researched, reliable, and grounded in reality.
And trans lives are grounded in reality.
We see y'all. No matter what.
www.popsci.com/science/tran...
And trans lives are grounded in reality.
We see y'all. No matter what.
www.popsci.com/science/tran...
First-of-a-kind study shows encouraging data for trans kids who socially transition
Ninety-four percent of participants in a new study stood firm in their trans identity after five years, and "detransitioning" is rare.
www.popsci.com
December 18, 2025 at 5:16 PM
The name "Popular Science" doesn't mean we shift our coverage depending on public opinion. It means we cover relevant subjects that are rigorously researched, reliable, and grounded in reality.
And trans lives are grounded in reality.
We see y'all. No matter what.
www.popsci.com/science/tran...
And trans lives are grounded in reality.
We see y'all. No matter what.
www.popsci.com/science/tran...
The vet said Tendi has perfect nostrils.
A) I had no idea that was a thing to strive for, but here we are.
B) I'm beaming like I had anything to do with their creation.
A) I had no idea that was a thing to strive for, but here we are.
B) I'm beaming like I had anything to do with their creation.
December 19, 2025 at 5:18 PM
The vet said Tendi has perfect nostrils.
A) I had no idea that was a thing to strive for, but here we are.
B) I'm beaming like I had anything to do with their creation.
A) I had no idea that was a thing to strive for, but here we are.
B) I'm beaming like I had anything to do with their creation.
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New thread of cool stuff for holidays, made by 11 queer folks. Free US over $25.
These super cool Czech earrings from Vivi. $18
www.peculiarityshop.com/product-page...
These super cool Czech earrings from Vivi. $18
www.peculiarityshop.com/product-page...
Vavia's On the Dock of the Bay | Peculiarity Shop
Watchin' the tide roll away... Components: Czech glass, crystal, silverplate, sterling earwiresPlease note: These come equipped with sterling silver earwires
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December 9, 2025 at 5:32 PM
New thread of cool stuff for holidays, made by 11 queer folks. Free US over $25.
These super cool Czech earrings from Vivi. $18
www.peculiarityshop.com/product-page...
These super cool Czech earrings from Vivi. $18
www.peculiarityshop.com/product-page...
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The Harris County Public Library made one of the greatest commercials of all time all about this
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December 9, 2025 at 7:50 PM
The Harris County Public Library made one of the greatest commercials of all time all about this
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