Sarah Oakes
@sarahoakeskraken32.bsky.social
A visually impaired writer and musician in love with krakens and science fiction. Debut sci fi novel The Jewels of Inglorious Fortune on KIndle.
When the lovely @mattkendrick.bsky.social writes me a limerick and its perfect!
Now Sarah she went for some writing
at the township of wonderful Brighton
where she tap-tapped her cane
and danced in the rain
and captured the essence of lightning
(apologies - not an octopus in sight!)
at the township of wonderful Brighton
where she tap-tapped her cane
and danced in the rain
and captured the essence of lightning
(apologies - not an octopus in sight!)
November 25, 2025 at 9:19 AM
When the lovely @mattkendrick.bsky.social writes me a limerick and its perfect!
Really enjoyed today's Brighton @writershq.bsky.social retreat. Was great to be writing, and to have some sensory quiet time by the sea this morning. Worked on some of my fairytale flashes, editing the little mermaid and the elves and the shoemaker.
November 22, 2025 at 9:58 PM
Really enjoyed today's Brighton @writershq.bsky.social retreat. Was great to be writing, and to have some sensory quiet time by the sea this morning. Worked on some of my fairytale flashes, editing the little mermaid and the elves and the shoemaker.
Oh this is fabulous, myths and space and lyric beauty as a character finds their courage to do what they love.
This came out in February in Issue 12. Perhaps you've pondered on it and the myth Clytie and Leucothoe so long that there's only just time to consider the story for best of 2025 lists and awards? translunartravelerslounge.com/2025/02/15/s...
Sunflower Loop, by Beth Goder
I’m riding through space on my bike (as one does) when I see this enormous sunflower.
translunartravelerslounge.com
November 20, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Oh this is fabulous, myths and space and lyric beauty as a character finds their courage to do what they love.
Reposted by Sarah Oakes
Accessible sets aren't 'a luxury.' A new film starring 'Wicked's' Marissa Bode shows the way www.latimes.com/entertainmen... #a11y
Accessible sets aren't 'a luxury.' A new film starring 'Wicked's' Marissa Bode shows the way
With the help of Inevitable Foundation’s Visionary Fellowship, disabled artists like Bode and filmmaker Katherine Craft offer a template for accessibility in Hollywood.
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November 17, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Accessible sets aren't 'a luxury.' A new film starring 'Wicked's' Marissa Bode shows the way www.latimes.com/entertainmen... #a11y
Yesterday was National Clarinet Day, so why not read/listen to this flash about my love of jazz and clarinets, and how music always helps mental health for me.
www.birchbarkediting.com/microlit-alm...
www.birchbarkediting.com/microlit-alm...
Who Could Not Love Jazz? by Sarah Oakes — BIRCH BARK EDITING
…the saxophone simmers on my senses and the clarinet caresses my soul, as the baritone sings, his voice oozing like Belgian chocolates…
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November 17, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Yesterday was National Clarinet Day, so why not read/listen to this flash about my love of jazz and clarinets, and how music always helps mental health for me.
www.birchbarkediting.com/microlit-alm...
www.birchbarkediting.com/microlit-alm...
Tonight at wind band we celebrated the official date they started back in 1995, with some delicious cake. And with all the offers of lifts down the dark hill after, im glad to be part of this little community. The fact it all falls on National Clarinet Day is a happy coincidence.
November 16, 2025 at 10:55 PM
Tonight at wind band we celebrated the official date they started back in 1995, with some delicious cake. And with all the offers of lifts down the dark hill after, im glad to be part of this little community. The fact it all falls on National Clarinet Day is a happy coincidence.
So this happened. My little book got nominated for a Books of Brilliance Award, by the Readup Book Club, which wad exciting!. And was great to hear it was so loved by the readers.
November 16, 2025 at 12:00 PM
So this happened. My little book got nominated for a Books of Brilliance Award, by the Readup Book Club, which wad exciting!. And was great to hear it was so loved by the readers.
Oh lovely to see this singing into the world. Everything is blurry and there isnt much distance vision so this can be tricky. Thanks to @reachyourapex.bsky.social for sharing my musings.
Today's community drabble is, "Phantom People" by Sarah Oakes. The theme was "apparition."
Find Sarah Oakes on Bluesky @sarahoakeskraken32.bsky.social
Care to drabble with us? Join the fun at reachyourapex.com/drbl
#authors #drabbles #writingprompts
Find Sarah Oakes on Bluesky @sarahoakeskraken32.bsky.social
Care to drabble with us? Join the fun at reachyourapex.com/drbl
#authors #drabbles #writingprompts
November 13, 2025 at 9:17 AM
Oh lovely to see this singing into the world. Everything is blurry and there isnt much distance vision so this can be tricky. Thanks to @reachyourapex.bsky.social for sharing my musings.
Dear cyclists. Life is hard enough. I dont ask for much. Just to ring a bell. If you race up and down on the pavement. I cant see you coming till the last second. And dont swear at me for not moving fast enough. And dont laugh when you see me crying in overwhlem. Its simple.
November 9, 2025 at 10:56 AM
Dear cyclists. Life is hard enough. I dont ask for much. Just to ring a bell. If you race up and down on the pavement. I cant see you coming till the last second. And dont swear at me for not moving fast enough. And dont laugh when you see me crying in overwhlem. Its simple.
Reposted by Sarah Oakes
'Riding horses helps with my disability' www.bbc.com/news/article... #a11y
'Riding horses helps with my disability'
A centre that helps disabled children and adults to ride horses is celebrating its 60th birthday.
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November 6, 2025 at 8:03 PM
'Riding horses helps with my disability' www.bbc.com/news/article... #a11y
Yeah it is tricky. Have been to one that did offer audio guide, but it was up a lot of stairs which was hard on the way down.. Can be hard to find out if they have audio described performances. Or they have odd lighting, strobe lighting for six the musical, dark spaces and more.
In reality, theatre is not very accessible for disabled people | The Guardian www.theguardian.com/stage/2025/o... #a11y
In reality, theatre is not very accessible for disabled people | Letters
Letter: Mike Hughes is sceptical of claims that the sector has placed inclusion at its heart
www.theguardian.com
November 6, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Yeah it is tricky. Have been to one that did offer audio guide, but it was up a lot of stairs which was hard on the way down.. Can be hard to find out if they have audio described performances. Or they have odd lighting, strobe lighting for six the musical, dark spaces and more.
Tonight I went to the gym for the first time in a while, to help my musical skeleton. Was less scary than I thought, with staff happy to help me work machines or navigate around. Wasn't too loud or bright, which was a plus. Would go again, a bit less stiff.
November 5, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Tonight I went to the gym for the first time in a while, to help my musical skeleton. Was less scary than I thought, with staff happy to help me work machines or navigate around. Wasn't too loud or bright, which was a plus. Would go again, a bit less stiff.
Super excited as headed to @worldfantasy2025.bsky.social for the day tomorrow! And sounds like a fairytale session will be super helpful for my current wip.
October 31, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Super excited as headed to @worldfantasy2025.bsky.social for the day tomorrow! And sounds like a fairytale session will be super helpful for my current wip.
Had a lovely time at my first @bristolcon.bsky.social. lots of wonderful workshops that have got me full of ideas again. Was great to meet new people and talk about all things sci fi. Thanks for making me feel welcome and for taking sight loss on board. Till next time?
October 26, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Had a lovely time at my first @bristolcon.bsky.social. lots of wonderful workshops that have got me full of ideas again. Was great to meet new people and talk about all things sci fi. Thanks for making me feel welcome and for taking sight loss on board. Till next time?
Reposted by Sarah Oakes
My sci-fi horror flash story "Woodsong" is now free to read over at Flash Fiction Online. Can a father and son, lost for years in a nightmarish woodland, finally find their way to something beautiful? @flashfictiononline.bsky.social www.flashfictiononline.com/article/wood...
Woodsong
It hit me last night, as a chorus of woodsong filled our hiding spot: we’re never getting out of here.But even if I want to lie down and die, I’m clutching one last thread of hope. It’s all I have …
www.flashfictiononline.com
October 24, 2025 at 8:30 AM
My sci-fi horror flash story "Woodsong" is now free to read over at Flash Fiction Online. Can a father and son, lost for years in a nightmarish woodland, finally find their way to something beautiful? @flashfictiononline.bsky.social www.flashfictiononline.com/article/wood...
Always enjoy coming to bristol. The people are so lovely and happy to help. Had a great passenger assistance man. Then had a taxi driver help me find the entrance to my hotel and even up some stairs. Then had hotel staff help me find my room. All little things that made life easier. Thanks bristol.
October 23, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Always enjoy coming to bristol. The people are so lovely and happy to help. Had a great passenger assistance man. Then had a taxi driver help me find the entrance to my hotel and even up some stairs. Then had hotel staff help me find my room. All little things that made life easier. Thanks bristol.
Reposted by Sarah Oakes
At this point, she could have been a priestess. Her altar the kitchen counter, her holy relics a mug and a well-worn kettle. Her prayers were to her caffeine sources. Each scoop of coffee grounds was an offering, each pour of steaming water a ritual. May she have #energy and avoid fatigue. #vss365
October 22, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Started today with a rejection for a flash and then ending my day with an acceptance for a flash. Not sure what to do with myself except eat some chocolate buttons.
October 21, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Started today with a rejection for a flash and then ending my day with an acceptance for a flash. Not sure what to do with myself except eat some chocolate buttons.
If youre looking for a story of a jewel heist that doesn't go the way you expect, why not check out The Jewels of Inglorious Fortume? You might find that some treasures come with a deadly cost.
www.amazon.co.uk/Jewels-Inglo...
www.amazon.co.uk/Jewels-Inglo...
The Jewels of Inglorious Fortune
The Jewels of Inglorious Fortune eBook : Oakes, Sarah, Grace, Anita: Amazon.co.uk: Kindle Store
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October 20, 2025 at 6:32 PM
If youre looking for a story of a jewel heist that doesn't go the way you expect, why not check out The Jewels of Inglorious Fortume? You might find that some treasures come with a deadly cost.
www.amazon.co.uk/Jewels-Inglo...
www.amazon.co.uk/Jewels-Inglo...
Passenger assistance booked, bag ready, and a flurry of emails making my every access request come true means i'm super excited for @bristolcon.bsky.social next weekend, along with spotting some awesome workshops on the draft programme. Have a feeling it will be a rocket fuelled time!
October 19, 2025 at 11:23 AM
Passenger assistance booked, bag ready, and a flurry of emails making my every access request come true means i'm super excited for @bristolcon.bsky.social next weekend, along with spotting some awesome workshops on the draft programme. Have a feeling it will be a rocket fuelled time!
Reposted by Sarah Oakes
Thinking about learning to use a cane? Or have you been cane trained but still struggle to feel confident using it? Our blog Meet My Cane, written by Orientation and Mobility Instructor Michelle, is packed with helpful tips and insights to help you get cane-savvy. buff.ly/8xlBDOW
#WhiteCaneDay
#WhiteCaneDay
October 16, 2025 at 10:44 AM
Thinking about learning to use a cane? Or have you been cane trained but still struggle to feel confident using it? Our blog Meet My Cane, written by Orientation and Mobility Instructor Michelle, is packed with helpful tips and insights to help you get cane-savvy. buff.ly/8xlBDOW
#WhiteCaneDay
#WhiteCaneDay
Fabulous to see my little story about mistaking people singing out into the world! Happens a lot of the time when faces are blurry. Thanks to @reachyourapex.bsky.social for choosing it.
Today's community drabble is, "Sonic Doppelgangers" by Sarah Oakes. The theme was "doppelganger."
Find Sarah Oakes on Bluesky @sarahoakeskraken32.bsky.social
#authors #drabbles #writingprompts
Find Sarah Oakes on Bluesky @sarahoakeskraken32.bsky.social
#authors #drabbles #writingprompts
October 15, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Fabulous to see my little story about mistaking people singing out into the world! Happens a lot of the time when faces are blurry. Thanks to @reachyourapex.bsky.social for choosing it.
Today is white cane day, and i love mine. Use it all the time to get out and about. And it always makes the world kinder. It sings into my stories, as a dear friend. Probably the most famous is this one, shortlisted in the @welkinprize.bsky.social in 24.
www.mattkendrick.co.uk/welkin-prize...
www.mattkendrick.co.uk/welkin-prize...
The Welkin Writing Prize | Shortlist 24
Shortlisted pieces for the 2024 Welkin Mini
www.mattkendrick.co.uk
October 15, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Today is white cane day, and i love mine. Use it all the time to get out and about. And it always makes the world kinder. It sings into my stories, as a dear friend. Probably the most famous is this one, shortlisted in the @welkinprize.bsky.social in 24.
www.mattkendrick.co.uk/welkin-prize...
www.mattkendrick.co.uk/welkin-prize...
Reposted by Sarah Oakes
Lights go down
as the first chord drops,
uncanny string wizards
playing in tandum
plectrums strum my bones,
as the drum beats my heart,
the crowd swaying as one
like a ripple on the sea,
now I'm a soundwave,
moving with the music
as the music moves me.
#mpprompt
@malformed-poetry.bsky.social
as the first chord drops,
uncanny string wizards
playing in tandum
plectrums strum my bones,
as the drum beats my heart,
the crowd swaying as one
like a ripple on the sea,
now I'm a soundwave,
moving with the music
as the music moves me.
#mpprompt
@malformed-poetry.bsky.social
October 14, 2025 at 7:39 PM
Lights go down
as the first chord drops,
uncanny string wizards
playing in tandum
plectrums strum my bones,
as the drum beats my heart,
the crowd swaying as one
like a ripple on the sea,
now I'm a soundwave,
moving with the music
as the music moves me.
#mpprompt
@malformed-poetry.bsky.social
as the first chord drops,
uncanny string wizards
playing in tandum
plectrums strum my bones,
as the drum beats my heart,
the crowd swaying as one
like a ripple on the sea,
now I'm a soundwave,
moving with the music
as the music moves me.
#mpprompt
@malformed-poetry.bsky.social
Doing the best I can. It's not easy with my sight loss getting worse. Have ny wobbles but making steps to take care of myself. Theres always good things in the world, even if it's just coffee and cake. Everything will be alright.
#WorldMentalHealthDay
#WorldMentalHealthDay
October 10, 2025 at 1:47 PM
Doing the best I can. It's not easy with my sight loss getting worse. Have ny wobbles but making steps to take care of myself. Theres always good things in the world, even if it's just coffee and cake. Everything will be alright.
#WorldMentalHealthDay
#WorldMentalHealthDay