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Michelle Knudsen
@michelleknudsen.bsky.social
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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.
thoughtsstained.bsky.social Nicole Evans | Editor and Author @thoughtsstained.bsky.social · 4d
"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
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Introduce yourself with five concerts you’ve seen:

Violent Femmes (1989)
Depeche Mode (1990)
Oingo Boingo (1994)
Meat Loaf (1996)
My Chemical Romance (2022)
pnh.nielsenhayden.com Patrick Nielsen Hayden @pnh.nielsenhayden.com · 17d
Introduce yourself with five concerts you’ve seen:

Doc Watson (1966)
Harry Partch (1970 or 1971)
Television (1977)
Cafe Tacuba (2009)
Rhiannon Giddens (2025)
joshrountree.bsky.social Josh Rountree @joshrountree.bsky.social · 17d
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
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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
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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.
Cast photo of Cheers TV show (Cliff, Coach, Carla, Norm, Sam & Diane)
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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gkbyrne.bsky.social Gabrielle Kirouac Byrne @gkbyrne.bsky.social · 19d
Happy book birthday to @michelleknudsen.bsky.social and The Cursed Princess Club!
November 25, 2025 at 7:15 PM
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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!
Cover image of Michelle Knudsen's new YA novel CURSED PRINCESS CLUB: A MOST UNUSUAL PRINCESS, based on the graphic novel by LambCat, on a background of pink and green horizontal stripes. The cover itself shows main character Gwendolyn holding a plate of baked goods (including a Magical Friendship Volcano Surprise waffle) while wearing a green dress with orange bows and accents. She's looking over her shoulder at the reader with a little smile. Pink hearts appear on either side of her. The background is a pink-purple gradient, darker at the top. The title appears at the top in purple letters, with the subtitle in white.
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
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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!
Promo graphic for the first CURSED PRINCESS CLUB young adult novelization of LambCat’s webcomic/graphic novel series that comes out November 25. The background is a teal gradient that’s darker at the top with a scattering of pink and blue stars. Text at the top says, “CURSED PRINCESS CLUB: A MOST UNUSUAL PRINCESS / Pub day celebration at WORD Brooklyn!” Below that is an image of the book cover next to a photo of the author, Michelle Knudsen. The author’s name appears next to a small pink heart below the images in a light blue oval. Below that, in a yellow rectangle, additional text says “Tues, November 25, 6pm, 126 Franklin St. Brooklyn” next to the WORD Bookstore logo. At the very bottom additional text appears in black text between two cartoon cupcakes. That text says: Books! Treats! Prizes! RSVP & pre-order links in bio!
November 19, 2025 at 9:56 PM
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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...
Graphic promoting free events this week where Michelle Knudsen will be talking about her middle grade fantasy novel INTO THE WILD MAGIC. The background is orange with an abstract pattern in darker orange. The top shows the book cover in the upper left. To the right of the cover are the words "INTO THE WILD MAGIC EVENTS THIS WEEK! MORE INFO AT LINKS IN BIO!" To the right of the words is a super cool dragon illustrated by ITWM cover artist Jen Bricking. Under the heading section are three ovals listing the following events: Thurs Nov 20, 1:45pm: Free Library of Philadelphia reading & presentation (Children's Department, Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103) Thurs Nov 20, 4:30pm: Children's Book World book signing & meet & greet (17 Haverford Station Rd., Haverford, PA 19041) Sat Nov 22, 3:00pm: Books of Wonder Great Middle Grade Reads, Michael Buckley, Catherine Egan, Taylor Tracy & Me! (42 West 17th St. New York, NY 10011).
November 18, 2025 at 9:48 PM
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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...
Poster for Evil Librarian: A New Musical with the word "evil" in black and the other text in red, written on an open blank book surrounded by black and white images of fallen leaves, a pumpkin, and a skull. Book cover for my YA horror-comedy-romance EVIL LIBRARIAN. It shows an artistically defaced Italian language book (black cover with gold accents) with a grinning devil face in red taking up most of the cover and the words "Evil Librarian" where the eyes and nose would be. "Michelle Knudsen" is written in stencil-like text in red under the face. A quote in white handwriting-style text at the top from Twilight author Stephenie Meyer says "Hysterical! Smart and funny, with a little drama, a little romance, and just the right touch of evil."
November 12, 2025 at 4:35 PM
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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
Cover image for my new MG fantasy novel INTO THE WILD MAGIC. The beautiful illustration by Jen Bricking shows two eleven-year-old girls, one (whose name is Bevvy, FYI) who has dirty blond hair that hangs just above shoulder length and is holding a kitten, the other (whose name is Cat) who has long dark hair swept into a messy ponytail. A fox with a slightly smirky half-smile peers from beside Cat. A big, majestic tree stands just behind the girls, and tiny lights seem to glow among the leaves. Cat is holding one hand out in front of her, and a circle of light emanates from it, forming the oval shape of something magical ... maybe a portal to another world??? There is an ominous shadowy figure lurking behind a smaller tree in the background. Screenshot showing the Middle Grade Matters podcast image (a photo of podcaster Shannon Balloon against a white background with the words "Middle Grade Matters" in a logo that looks like three stacked books) with the text beside it that says: Michelle Knudsen (Into the Wild Magic) on The Importance of Persistence in Writing.
November 11, 2025 at 3:39 PM
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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
Promotional poster for the Rochester Children and Teens' Book Festival. Image shows an illustration of a giant stack of books with kids and teens climbing, sitting, reading, and standing happily nearby. Background is a cheerful clearing in a forest with illustrated trees and bushes. Text says: 50+ authors and illustrations. Books, activities, food trucks and fun for toddlers through teens. Free Admission! November 8, 2025. 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Monroe Community College. Park in Lot M. Books for purchase. rcbfestival.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
paleofuture.bsky.social Matt Novak @paleofuture.bsky.social · Nov 4
Trump says the SNAP money that he’s been ordered by a court to release won’t be released until the government shutdown ends.
Trump: SNAP BENEFITS, which increased by Billions and Billions of Dollars (MANY FOLD!) during Crooked Joe Biden's disastrous term in office (Due to the fact that they were haphazardly "handed" to anyone for the asking, as opposed to just those in need, which is the purpose of SNAP!), will be given only when the Radical Left Democrats open up government, which they can easily do, and not before! Thank you for your attention to this matter. President DJT 1 ReTruth 13 Likes 11/4/25, 8:06 AM
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...
An image of Earth from space with the title “This week on…” followed by the Planetside magazine logo. Featured article: “How to Get Started Writing SFF Theater” by Monica Cross Teaser: Want to write science fiction or fantasy for the stage? This guide will help turn your speculative script into a performance. Series name: SFF on Screen and Stage
November 4, 2025 at 5:41 PM
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susannashore.bsky.social Susanna Shore, Author @susannashore.bsky.social · Nov 4
I spotted this on Mastodon and I find it horrible, not least for the speed with which this has happened.
A post on Mastodon by small cypress (@small_cypress@indieweb.social): As an art teacher I was worried AI would come up as an issue of "why should I learn how to draw when I can use AI instead." But the real issue is that my middle schoolers CONSTANTLY believe all art I show them is AI. Digital art. Photography. Oil paintings from the Western canon. "A human couldn't do that" Being convinced that humans can't make great art is kind of terrifying
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...
We're on the road to our first goal of $20,000, with stretch goals out to $50,000. Every dollar you donate goes to Where the Need Is Greatest, a fund supporting creators at every stage in their journeys. Winter Worlds of Giving runs from November 1 to January 31, and we want to partner with you in your OWN creative goals throughout the next three months. Fill out a creative declaration or sign up for our newsletter directly, to be inspired along the way!
November 2, 2025 at 5:55 PM
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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? 🦇🦇🦇
azbatrescue.bsky.social Arizona Bat Rescue 🦇 @azbatrescue.bsky.social · Oct 29
Happy Bat Week! Bat Week runs from October 24-31 and is a great excuse to talk to people about bats. 🦇
Light colored bat with large ears held in a green cloth. Text "Happy Bat Week!"
October 30, 2025 at 2:48 AM
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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...
Audiobook cover image of Michelle Knudsen's middle grade fantasy novel THE DRAGON OF TRELIAN, which is the first book in the Trelian trilogy. The artwork is presented as though looking through a castle window, and it shows a dragon in silhouette against a vibrant sunset-colored landscape. Another castle is visible in the background. The audiobook narrator is Carlotta Brentan, and the audiobook publisher is Recorded Books.
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!

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September 1, 2025 at 11:07 PM