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Michelle Knudsen
@michelleknudsen.bsky.social
NYT bestselling author of 50+ books for kids & teens & sometimes SFF short fiction for the olds. Library Lion, Trelian, Evil Librarian & more. BSFA finalist. VCFA alum. SFWA. Codex. All the links: linktr.ee/michelleknudsen
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Reviews, recommendations, and requesting these books for purchase by your local library.
"I can't afford to support my favorite author right now, I—"

Reviews.

Reviews are free AND they are a gift to authors that can keep on giving (i.e., exposure, marketing, algo boosts, etc.)

Please, give the gift of reviews to your authors this holiday season. It really can make a difference!
December 10, 2025 at 12:14 AM
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If you're planning on shopping during black Friday or cyber Monday, why not consider supporting artists, writers, creators? Buy a book, purchase an indie video game, commission an art piece, gift someone a Patreon. Your support means everything.
November 27, 2025 at 3:40 AM
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November 27, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Introduce yourself with five concerts you’ve seen:

Violent Femmes (1989)
Depeche Mode (1990)
Oingo Boingo (1994)
Meat Loaf (1996)
My Chemical Romance (2022)
Introduce yourself with five concerts you’ve seen:

Doc Watson (1966)
Harry Partch (1970 or 1971)
Television (1977)
Cafe Tacuba (2009)
Rhiannon Giddens (2025)
Introduce yourself with five concerts you've seen:

- Stevie Ray Vaughan (1990)
- The Replacements (2014)
- Pantera (1992)
- Beastie Boys (1994)
- Def Leppard (1988)
November 27, 2025 at 2:27 PM
What a lovely surprise to see INTO THE WILD MAGIC on this list! Very happy to be in this excellent company. Thank you, @thehornbook.bsky.social! 💕
November 27, 2025 at 12:50 AM
You’ve been kidnapped. The characters from the last TV show you watched are trying to rescue you. Who’s coming to save you?

I may be in trouble.
November 26, 2025 at 3:47 PM
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I'm going to do a little thread on how the money from books works for traditionally published authors because people have questions, and this is always useful info to share IMO. First, a big disclaimer that every contract is different, and there are a million factors that can change things. 1/
November 26, 2025 at 2:12 PM
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Happy book birthday to @michelleknudsen.bsky.social and The Cursed Princess Club!
November 25, 2025 at 7:15 PM
It's pub day for CURSED PRINCESS CLUB: A MOST UNUSUAL PRINCESS, my early YA novel (ages 12+) adapted from LambCat's webcomic & graphic novel! @slj.com called it "endearing & hilarious!" 💕 Come celebrate tonight at @wordbookstores.bsky.social in Brooklyn! Cupcakes, fun prizes, and signed books!
November 25, 2025 at 7:09 PM
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Please spread the word about tomorrow's library board meeting in Pierce County, GA, where LaVonnia Moore was fired for a display that included Kyle Lukoff's wonderful, "When Aidan Became a Brother." @authorsabb.bsky.social
#aabb #glaad #freadom #bookbans #georgia #lgbtq #Librariansareamazing
Laurel Snyder on Instagram: "Here in Georgia, Pierce County library manager LaVonnia Moore was ousted from her position on June 18, following an online campaign by the anti-LGBTQ conservative group Al...
LaVonnia Moore, a Pierce County library manager, was unfairly ousted due to a library book display. Join the fight for inclusive books, librarians, and the freedom to read. Attend the library board me...
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November 19, 2025 at 9:53 PM
My new book comes out Nov 25! It’s the 1st in a series of YA novelizations of LambCat’s amazing CURSED PRINCESS CLUB webcomic and graphic novels. Please consider pre-ordering a signed copy from the Brooklyn @wordbookstores.bsky.social! And come to the launch party if you’re local! See links in bio!
November 19, 2025 at 9:56 PM
Come see me at one of these free events happening THIS WEEK at @freelibrary.bsky.social of Philadelphia, Children's Book World in Haverford, and @booksofwonder.bsky.social in NYC! 🩷 Links to more info here: linktr.ee/michelleknud...
November 18, 2025 at 9:48 PM
The Evil Librarian Rock Opera (adapted from my YA novel) is happening THIS WEEKEND in Frederick, MD!!! Shows Fri-Sun and I'll be signing copies of the book at 7pm in the lobby before the Saturday night performance! weinbergcenter.org/shows/evil-l...
November 12, 2025 at 4:35 PM
I'm on the Middle Grade Matters podcast today, talking about my new fantasy novel, advice for writers, and more! Listen via your fave podcast provider: tr.ee/lEpfe469CR
November 11, 2025 at 3:39 PM
So excited for tomorrow's Rochester Children and Teens' Book Festival!!! Come meet me and 50+ other authors and illustrators! This is always one of my favorite events of the year. www.rcbfest.com
November 7, 2025 at 1:43 PM
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Library funding is on numerous ballots today. Do not ignore your ballot and assume your local library will be fine without your vote. Too many libraries are in danger of closing across the U.S. Use your vote. Keep libraries open and accessible.
November 4, 2025 at 6:16 PM
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"I am openly defying a court order so I can starve children if Democrats don't let me take healthcare away from millions"

once again we are in 'too evil for a saturday morning cartoon' territory
Trump says the SNAP money that he’s been ordered by a court to release won’t be released until the government shutdown ends.
November 4, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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This week on Planetside… Ever dreamed of writing a sci-fi or fantasy play?

“How to Get Started Writing SFF Theater” by Monica Cross breaks down what’s possible and how to make it happen: www.sfwa.org/2025/11/04/h...
November 4, 2025 at 5:41 PM
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I spotted this on Mastodon and I find it horrible, not least for the speed with which this has happened.
November 4, 2025 at 4:33 PM
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SFWA is thrilled to announce our Winter Worlds of Giving, running Nov 1 to Jan 31.

Join us on the campaign trail! We're fundraising to support our mainly volunteer-run services, and we want to support YOU in your writing goals all along the way.

Learn more below! 👇👀
www.sfwa.org/winter-world...
November 2, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Halloween giveaway! Reply with your favorite scary (or spooky) book and you'll be entered to win a free audio version of my YA horror-comedy EVIL LIBRARIAN! Share this post for an extra chance to win! I'll draw a winner and notify by DM next week. (Follow me so I'll be able to DM you!) #giveaway
October 31, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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Did you know this is Bat Week? 🦇🦇🦇
Happy Bat Week! Bat Week runs from October 24-31 and is a great excuse to talk to people about bats. 🦇
October 30, 2025 at 2:48 AM
My very first novel, THE DRAGON OF TRELIAN, is finally being released as an audiobook! Narrated by the wonderful Carlotta Brentan, published by @recordedbooks.bsky.social. Coming Oct 7, available for pre-order now! rbmediaglobal.com/audiobook/97...
September 22, 2025 at 12:29 PM
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Timeline cleanse here is one of our alley cats coming in for a happy hour tuna-rita (1oz tuna water, 3oz water)
September 5, 2025 at 10:37 PM
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Summer may be winding down, but Lesley MFA alums are winding up with a whole new lineup of stories, essays, poems, interviews, and more!

cambridgecommonwriters.org/publication-...
September 1, 2025 at 11:07 PM