Jeremy Owens
@jeremyashley.bsky.social
writer. performer. kvetch.
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She’s going to be in Oh Mary I called this like a year ago
BREAKING: Marjorie Taylor Greene says she's resigning from Congress — effective January 5, 2026.
November 22, 2025 at 2:01 AM
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ICYMI: The application deadline is extended to this Friday, 11/21. Apply now!
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Happy Saturday, writers. Here's some good news for your weekend!
We're extending the deadline to apply for our 2026 Book In A Year programs.
You now have until midnight on Friday, November 21 to get those applications in!
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We're extending the deadline to apply for our 2026 Book In A Year programs.
You now have until midnight on Friday, November 21 to get those applications in!
buff.ly/aQJV0vO
November 17, 2025 at 2:22 PM
ICYMI: The application deadline is extended to this Friday, 11/21. Apply now!
www.storystudiochicago.org/advanced-wri...
#writingcommunity
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#writingcommunity
DO IT DO IT DOOO IIIIIIIT.
FIVE @storystudiochicago.bsky.social Novel in a Year classes are open for applications right now, but move quickly—those apps are due 11/14!
Here are your options🧵
Here are your options🧵
November 14, 2025 at 1:09 AM
DO IT DO IT DOOO IIIIIIIT.
Girl, I can't be looking at the sky in the middle of the night when I got my little mysteries to read.
November 12, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Girl, I can't be looking at the sky in the middle of the night when I got my little mysteries to read.
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The short amount of time (and no cost) it takes to apply for our online Book In A Year program belies the plethora of benefits. Make this week the week you change your writing life!
Apply by Nov. 14: buff.ly/xVwR9Zz
#writersofbluesky
Apply by Nov. 14: buff.ly/xVwR9Zz
#writersofbluesky
November 12, 2025 at 1:05 AM
The short amount of time (and no cost) it takes to apply for our online Book In A Year program belies the plethora of benefits. Make this week the week you change your writing life!
Apply by Nov. 14: buff.ly/xVwR9Zz
#writersofbluesky
Apply by Nov. 14: buff.ly/xVwR9Zz
#writersofbluesky
Why did nobody tell me RFK sounds like Ursula the Sea Witch is ACTIVELY stealing his voice AS he speaks? DO BETTER!
November 11, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Why did nobody tell me RFK sounds like Ursula the Sea Witch is ACTIVELY stealing his voice AS he speaks? DO BETTER!
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I'm teaching a First-Draft Novel-in-a-Year class for StoryStudio in 2026, with particular attention paid to (1) structure & accountability + (2) fun, playful ways to get it all done. Applications are open (spread the word if you can!):
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Novel in a Year: First Draft with Juan Martinez - StoryStudio Chicago
This is the year to write your novel Novel in a Year: First Draft is a unique opportunity to join a writing cohort, study novel craft, workshop key scenes, measure your progress, meet deadlines, and g...
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November 11, 2025 at 12:03 AM
I'm teaching a First-Draft Novel-in-a-Year class for StoryStudio in 2026, with particular attention paid to (1) structure & accountability + (2) fun, playful ways to get it all done. Applications are open (spread the word if you can!):
www.storystudiochicago.org/advanced-wri...
www.storystudiochicago.org/advanced-wri...
May Kim Davis have diarrhea. FOREVER.
November 10, 2025 at 9:02 PM
May Kim Davis have diarrhea. FOREVER.
LOL this fool.
incredible photo that's definitely worth at least 1,000 words from Andrew Harnik of Getty
November 6, 2025 at 7:35 PM
LOL this fool.
A grandma just screamed YOURE HANDSOME at me, so maybe I’m gonna survive this day.
November 5, 2025 at 6:38 PM
A grandma just screamed YOURE HANDSOME at me, so maybe I’m gonna survive this day.
Olive Garden redesign?
November 5, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Olive Garden redesign?
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Wake up babe, it’s time to pretend everything is ok
November 1, 2025 at 12:40 PM
Wake up babe, it’s time to pretend everything is ok
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I hate gay Halloween, what do you mean you're the cancelled 1994 Shakespeare in the Park revival of Kiss Me, Kate directed by Mike Ockrent and choreographed by Stroman starring Kevin Kline and Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio with a revised book by Chris Durang?
November 1, 2025 at 12:53 AM
I hate gay Halloween, what do you mean you're the cancelled 1994 Shakespeare in the Park revival of Kiss Me, Kate directed by Mike Ockrent and choreographed by Stroman starring Kevin Kline and Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio with a revised book by Chris Durang?
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The new year will be here before you know it. Give yourself a little treat to look forward to -- this incredible online class with @meganstielstra.bsky.social , "Urgency and the Personal Essay." Four sessions start January 8.
Urgency and the Personal Essay: Four Lessons on What to Say, How to Say it, Revision, and Submitting with Megan Stielstra - StoryStudio Chicago
"I’ve written a hundred course descriptions in my career, but over the past few months these paragraphs feel new and charged and vital. What does it mean to write in this time? To write of this time?…
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October 29, 2025 at 6:59 PM
The new year will be here before you know it. Give yourself a little treat to look forward to -- this incredible online class with @meganstielstra.bsky.social , "Urgency and the Personal Essay." Four sessions start January 8.
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you all should take this!
There are still spots left for our one-night in-person class with @sarahkokernot.bsky.social this Wed, Oct 29, "The Answer Is Already Here: Make Your Own Writing Oracle."
Reserve your spot now in this terrific class: buff.ly/gIYtXBX
#writingcommunity
Reserve your spot now in this terrific class: buff.ly/gIYtXBX
#writingcommunity
Genre Series: The Answer Is Already Here: Make Your Own Writing Oracle with Sarah Kokernot - StoryStudio Chicago
In this class, we'll explore the oracles of inquiry, collage, and bibliomancy to gather inspiration for new ideas, get "unstuck” on creative projects, build more meaningful patterns in your work, and…
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October 27, 2025 at 4:16 PM
you all should take this!
even the hurricanes think the US is bull shit right now.
Again and again, this year’s Atlantic hurricane season has featured storms that seemed to be heading straight to the United States, only to suddenly take a sharp turn toward the east, veering away from land and out to the open ocean.
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This Year’s Hurricanes Keep Turning Away From the East Coast
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October 17, 2025 at 4:40 PM
even the hurricanes think the US is bull shit right now.
I did a storytelling show with Tony Fitzpatrick once. He came up to me after I performed and thanked me for making him laugh. He was so kind it melted my heart. He made me feel like I belonged. I will never forget that. Love and peace to everyone who knew him.
October 12, 2025 at 3:48 PM
I did a storytelling show with Tony Fitzpatrick once. He came up to me after I performed and thanked me for making him laugh. He was so kind it melted my heart. He made me feel like I belonged. I will never forget that. Love and peace to everyone who knew him.
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Reporting live from Chicago, there’s no “hellscape” I’d rather be in.
October 10, 2025 at 4:19 AM
Reporting live from Chicago, there’s no “hellscape” I’d rather be in.
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Shit is so bad that the best American news of the week is that Dolly Parton didn't die.
October 10, 2025 at 2:51 AM
Shit is so bad that the best American news of the week is that Dolly Parton didn't die.
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This is why I love Chicago so much. Their “we will fuck with you” reserves are BOTTOMLESS.
October 8, 2025 at 8:19 PM
This is why I love Chicago so much. Their “we will fuck with you” reserves are BOTTOMLESS.
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I’m doing another online seminar for 5 Things I Learned… Specifically: When people ask how I balance parenting with a writing career, two answers come to mind. 🧵
October 8, 2025 at 4:25 PM
I’m doing another online seminar for 5 Things I Learned… Specifically: When people ask how I balance parenting with a writing career, two answers come to mind. 🧵
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listen. when dolly parton’s sister says it’s time for us all to be prayer warriors for dolly. you fucking pray for dolly
October 8, 2025 at 12:46 AM
Why can’t we have nice things
Parson’s Chicken & Fish is closing its Andersonville location this month after ownership sells the business. blockclubchi.co/4odB1YF
October 7, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Why can’t we have nice things