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Lynsey May

@lynseymay.com

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Writer. Reader. Lover of tall tales. Weak Teeth out now, Kin scheduled for 2027: http://tinyurl.com/Buy-weak-teeth Links and stuff: linktr.ee/lynseymay

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Lynsey May @lynseymay.com · Nov 25

One of the things I was most proud of this year was being chosen as part of this gang, especially as I look around the world right now and hope so much for connection and compassion.

nationalcentreforwriting.org.uk/writing-hub/...

Meet the ILX 10: Rising Stars of UK Writing

We’re delighted to reveal our list of ten early-career writers whose work has the powerful potential to speak to and engage with global literary audiences. Part of #LitExchange.

nationalcentreforwriting.org.uk

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Lynsey May @lynseymay.com · 7d

When people are occupied, resistance is justified.

Solidarity from the streets of Edinburgh.

A crowd of people with Palestinian flags walking down princes street with Waverley station in the distance

Lynsey May @lynseymay.com · 7d

ALSO now is the perfect time to send an email to the foreign office.

palestinecampaign.eaction.org.uk/flotilla_det...

Write to the FCDO about the Global Sumud Flotilla

palestinecampaign.eaction.org.uk

Lynsey May @lynseymay.com · 7d

There should be an option on all campaigns, submissions shops etc to say 'I'm already on your email list' just for saps like me who hate ticking no.

Also, why yes, I have been writing to a lot of offices via incredibly useful templates in the last wee while.

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Scottish Book Trust @scottishbooktrust.bsky.social · 10d

Do you believe all schools should have a library? 📚

It might surprise you, therefore, that there is no legal requirement for Scotland’s schools to have a school library or librarian.

We are calling on Scottish Government to change this story.

www.scottishbooktrust.com/our-research...

Poster with the map of Scotland. Title says 'The value and impact of Scotland's school libraries: final report'

Infographic quote that reads: 'School libraries are not optional extras; they are essential for equitable education. As librarians, educators, parents and policymakers read these pages, I hope they hear the plea: invest in people, space and resources, and the benefits – raised attainment, better mental health and more informed pupils – will be unmistakable.'

Quote is from Derek France,
Preston Lodge High School, East Lothian
Secondary School Librarian of the Year (2022)
Scottish Book Trust Reading
Champion (2025)

Infographic containing two facts. They are:
Fact:
Research proves having a school library and librarian delivers higher test scores equating to academic attainment, successful curriculum or learning outcomes, and positive attitudes towards learning.
Fact:
There is no legal requirement for schools in Scotland to have a school library and librarian.

Infographic card that reads: 'What can be done?

Scottish Book Trust recommends:

1. Scottish Government introduces a statutory requirement for secondary schools to operate a high-quality school library service, staffed by a qualified school librarian.

2. Scottish Government and local authorities work with stakeholders to ensure there’s a set standard of provision across the country.

3. Scottish Government and local authorities work together to empower secondary schools across Scotland with funding and resources to operate a high-quality school library service, staffed by a qualified school librarian.

4. Secondary school management teams appropriately train and support their librarians to deliver a high-quality library service. '

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Lynsey May @lynseymay.com · 10d

I left them for the next lucky soul!

Lynsey May @lynseymay.com · 11d

The 90s dolphins proudly on display in my local vintage shop were not something I needed this Monday morning.

Small silver brooch with two leaping dolphins with a price tag saying ‘90s dolphin broach £25’

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Fin Cramb @fincramb.bsky.social · 17d

Our new Master Edition of White Ash Vol 1 is live in all it's luxury glory!

Charlie Stickney @charliestickney.bsky.social · 17d

White Ash Vol 1 -- The Master Edition is now Live on Kickstarter. If you've ever wanted to check out White Ash before... this is the way. Join us today for early-bird specials and limited-edition rewards. www.kickstarter.com/projects/the...

White Ash Vol 1 -- The Master Edition Hardcover

A remastered, luxury HC collection of the hit fantasy romance epic, incorporating the new material produced for Scout Comics

www.kickstarter.com

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Lynsey May @lynseymay.com · 18d

Having to replace my laptop wasn't ideal, but it is kind of a relief to notice far fewer typos and weird autocorrects now that I have a fully functional space bar.

Lynsey May @lynseymay.com · 19d

Of course, have done!

Lynsey May @lynseymay.com · 21d

Mostly email spam is annoying or stressful and occasionally, it's kind of delightful. Do I seem like someone who is in need of a supply of electric bicycles? How different my life might be if I were.

Lynsey May @lynseymay.com · 24d

Nooo, just clippy on crack. Nobody wants it!!

Lynsey May @lynseymay.com · 24d

Eek!

Lynsey May @lynseymay.com · 24d

Soon we will be able to sum everything up in one word, ‘meh’.

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Lynsey May @lynseymay.com · 24d

This makes me feel better, and also worse!

Lynsey May @lynseymay.com · 25d

Thanks Adobe, I do realise that my book proofs might be a long document. Very kind to offer a summary, but sadly would kind of defeat the purpose.

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Lynsey May @lynseymay.com · 25d

Amazing! I feel like I need these now

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Goblin Purwin @goblinpurwin.bsky.social · 27d

Louder

Four Panel Comic
Panel One: A cat runs along holding a fountain pen dripping red ink.
Text: Free The Press
Panel Two: A cat runs along holding a branch with green leaves
Text: Free The Land
Panel Three: A cat running beneath the moon wearing a keffiyeh
Text: Free The People
Panel Four: Three cats, running with a red, a white and a green kite
Text: Free Palestine

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Lynsey May @lynseymay.com · 28d

This will add some glee to the to do list!

Lynsey May @lynseymay.com · 28d

How am I going to do all the things in the small amount of time I have to do the things? Why didn’t I do some of these things at an earlier date? Why are there things at all?

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