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Joie Lesin — Author

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Author of Speculative Fiction — I write character-driven, emotional, atmospheric stories about heartache and hope. www.jlesin.com THE PASSENGER https://wildrosepress.com/product/the-passenger/ #author #HistoricalFantasy #ghoststories #poetry #mermaids

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Joie Lesin — Author @joielesin.bsky.social · Nov 12

Hello. I’m Joie Lesin, speculative fiction author, poet and amateur photographer. Happy to be here!

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Kimberly Baer_Author @kimberlybaerauthor.bsky.social · 3d

It's release day for THE HAUNTED PURSE—and the ebook is on sale at these retailers: Amazon, Apple Books, Barnes & Noble, Google Play, and Kobo!
#newrelease #booksale, #discount, #yalit #yabooks #kidlit #bookstagram

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Liz Flaherty @lizkf.bsky.social · 3d

Join #AmberDaulton at the #WindowOvertheSink. #romancelandia #booksky #writermonday #romanticsuspense www.lizflaherty.net/post/lost-in...

Lost in His Spiderwebs by Amber Daulton

The cartel king has finally found his queen.Kidnapped by the enemy. Bought by the jefe. Will his smoldering touch thaw her frozen heart?Rubén Lozano, the new leader of the Lozano Cartel, craves peace ...

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Patricia Kiyono @patriciakiyono.bsky.social · 3d

Author Josie Riviera is my guest today with a new autumn release - an inspirational small town romance! She shares her personal inspiration for the story. Come and visit at fourfoxesonehound.wordpress.com/2025/10/06/g...

Guest Author: Josie Riviera and A Harvest of Miracles

Josie Riviera is an active member of the Authors Helping Authors group, and she’s been my guest before. Just in time for autumn, she has a brand new release! It’s described on the cover as a “sweet…

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danricewrites @danricewrites.bsky.social · 15h

Read the books "the man" says are dangerous. Be a rebel! Read banned books! Think dangerous thoughts! A Wrinkle in Time is a banned book??? #bannedbooks #WritingCommunity #5amwritersclub #yabooks #booksky

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Read Banned Books: A Wrinkle in Time

Read the books "the man" says are dangerous. Be a rebel! Read banned books! Think dangerous thoughts!

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Jana Richards, Romance Author @janarichards.bsky.social · 1d

#BookQW "It was almost as if Jeremy was calling to me. I usually have to handle a photo or an object to get a vision like that. These visions are much STRONGer than any I've had before." SEEING THINGS #PNR #paranormalromance #paranormalromanticsuspense books2read.com/Seeing-Things

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Joie Lesin — Author @joielesin.bsky.social · 1d

It's Book Quote Wednesday and the word of the day is STRONG.

Excerpt from my 1940s ghost story, THE PASSENGER.

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She’s a 1940s ghost whisperer.

#supernaturalfiction #ghoststory #historicalfantasy #paranormalfantasy #books #booksky #bookquotewednesday #bqw #twrpbks

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Kimberly Baer_Author @kimberlybaerauthor.bsky.social · 2d

Many thanks to N. N. Light's Book Heaven for this fabulous review!
Read the full review here: substack.com/@nnlightsboo...

@nnlightsbookheaven.bsky.social #bookreviews #review #bookstoread #yalit #yabooks #kidlit #bookstagram

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Tena Stetler @tenastetler.bsky.social · 2d

Good Day Everyone! Looking for a great Halloween read? Take a peek.
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Will share, like and RT ‘em as I see ‘em. Thank you all so much! Have a fantastic day!
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Hidden Gypsy Magic by Tena Stetler is a Trick or Treat Bonanza pick #paranormalromance #paranormalmystery #halloween #giveaway

If they want a future together, it means facing the consequences of awakening hidden Gypsy magic and a race against the clock to correct past wrongs.

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Kimberly Baer_Author @kimberlybaerauthor.bsky.social · 1d

Today's word: STRONG. Excerpt is from my paranormal YA novel OUT OF BODY.
#bookqw #yalit #yabooks #kidlit #paranormal #outofbody #bookstagram

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danricewrites @danricewrites.bsky.social · 1d

Latest article up on PNWW's Author Magazine.
By treating the short works as writing assignments, you give yourself permission to experiment and fail fast.
#writesky #writingcommunity
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Improving Your Craft Through Short Stories — Author

When I first buckled down to seriously pursue my writing journey in my mid-20s, I had no intention of writing short stories. I wanted to pen the next great fantasy series, something akin to George R.R...

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Liz Flaherty @lizkf.bsky.social · 1d

Join Wendy Kendall at the #windowoverthesink today as she talks about #nationalhandbagday and Purse-suit Mysteries! #writerwednesday #guestblogger #purses #handbags #booksky📚 #romancegems #wrpbks www.lizflaherty.net/post/nationa...

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Laura Strickland Author @laurastrickland5.bsky.social · 1d

#Preorder #Scottish #HistoricalRomance #DestinedLovers #AHAgrp The newest addition to my Ancient Songs series is up for preorder! Be sure to grab it now while it's only 99 cents. Price will increase after publication.
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For a Viking’s Heart : Scottish Historical Romance (Ancient Songs Book 4)

Amazon.com: For a Viking’s Heart : Scottish Historical Romance (Ancient Songs Book 4) eBook : Strickland, Laura: Kindle Store

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Maxine Douglas Author ✍️📝💻📚 @maxinedouglasathr.bsky.social · 1d

Continue Reading: bit.ly/46HHfdj
#readersky #bookclub #historicalromance #newbeginnings #secondchances #gildedage #americanhistorical

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A. Nelson & LM Potter-book2 preorders available @anelsonlmpotter.bsky.social · 7d

Men In Books Aren’t Better
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“Great writing, a great story, & a happily ever after!” ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Just What the Doctor Hired
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“The pacing was tight, the emotional beats landed, & the HEA was so satisfying!” ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Maxine Douglas Author ✍️📝💻📚 @maxinedouglasathr.bsky.social · 8d

BookQW is from DECEITFUL PROMISES (A Letters to Santa Story)
This Christmas promises may deceive, but love could be the miracle they never expected.

“Having or not having children is not a requirement, although I would like…” #CONTINUEREADING: bit.ly/485X4vu

#readersky #preorder #bookclub

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Joie Lesin — Author @joielesin.bsky.social · 5d

Are you ready to take the journey?

THE PASSENGER, a 1940’s ghost story set in the California wine country, tells a tale of family connections, life-changing choices, and love—lost and found.

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#ghoststory
#historicalfantasy
#paranormalfantasy
#readersky
#booksky
#books
#booksbooksbooks

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Kimberly Baer_Author @kimberlybaerauthor.bsky.social · 5d

Countdown to release: TWO DAYS!
#literarytitan #bookaward #yalit #teenlit #kidlit #paranormal #bookstagram

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danricewrites @danricewrites.bsky.social · 6d

Find out all the spooky deets on Phantom Algebra in my feature in Uncaged Books Reviews October edition…
#booksky #writesky #horrorbooks

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Uncaged Book Reviews - October25

Feature Authors: Dan Rice, Lux Raven, Addy DuLac, Bronwen Evans, Mark Leslie and Jason Kristopher<br><br>Short stories by Nzondi and Jason Kristopher<br><br>Book Reviews from Uncaged and Creative Edge

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Joie Lesin — Author @joielesin.bsky.social · 6d

Check out my brand new blogpost: When a Four-Year-Old Makes Up Her Mind

#FridayBlog #blogpost #memories #kidssaythefunniestthings #authorlife #family #creativenonfiction

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Storytime with Salem: When a Four-Year-Old Makes Up Her Mind

About a quarter of a century ago when your momma was four, she and I had a memorable conversation. I recall this fondly not only because of her age—four was one of my favorite ages with both her and...

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Jana Richards, Romance Author @janarichards.bsky.social · 9d

To reform her life, Penny has taken a vow of abstinence. But a guy who keeps his promise could be worth breaking hers. THE GUY FROM THE BEACH RESORT https://www.janarichards.com/post/birdie-song-newrelease-the-guy-from-the-beach-resort #sweetromance #newrelease #multiculturalromance #booksky

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Kimberly Baer_Author @kimberlybaerauthor.bsky.social · 9d

Release date: Oct 6. Preorder at Amazon, Apple Books, B&N, Kobo, Google Play, and other sites.
#bookreviews #reviews #paranormal #yalit #yabooks #kidlit #bookstagram

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A. Nelson & LM Potter-book2 preorders available @anelsonlmpotter.bsky.social · 10d

The prescription was pretend—until it turned into a full-blown case of love!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“Their chemistry is off the charts!”

Only $5.99 on Kindle! Get yours today!
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#JustWhattheDoctorHired #LynnPainter #BooksWorthReading #NelsonPotter #medicalromance #sweetromance #cleanromancenovels

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Joie Lesin — Author @joielesin.bsky.social · 9d

Heartbreak Haiku | poem, photo and video by Joie Lesin

#haiku #haikupoetry #haikutuesday #poetry #writingcommunity #poetrysky

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Kimberly Baer_Author @kimberlybaerauthor.bsky.social · 10d

THE HAUNTED PURSE: coming October 6!
#upcoming #yabooks #yalit #kidlit #paranormal #bookstagram

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Liz Flaherty @lizkf.bsky.social · 10d

Life's Too Short for White Walls. I love this story. It's not on sale--sorry; not up to me--but I hope you pay a visit to Banjo Creek anyway. #romancelandia #booksky💙📚 #twrp #laterinliferomance #secondchances #romancegems #indianaauthors #hoosierwriters #ptsd #campground #kentucky a.co/d/dE0vTVl

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