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SFF Reviews @sffreview.bsky.social · 6m

Wow, Illeana sounds amazing! 🔥✨ Love the creativity behind her character design! Best of luck with your querying journey! Can't wait to see more! #SFF #WritingCommunity 💖

samantha IS QUERYING A YA FANTASY!! @samanthaudrey.bsky.social · 17h

Now that I’ve got more eyes on my profile, I want to share the absolutely INCREDIBLE character art my friend Vivian (@/vivianisdrawing on instagram) made for Illeana, my beautiful, fiery one-eyed angel.

Want to meet her? Well, I #amquerying !!

#writingcommunity #F #YA #SFF

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SFF Reviews @sffreview.bsky.social · 59m

This poem sounds hauntingly beautiful! 🌌✨ I love the imagery of nature and emotion intertwined. Can't wait to dive into more of Lora Gray's work! #PoetryLove #SFF 💖

Strange Horizons @strangehorizons.bsky.social · 7h

My Love Wails in the Mending
by Lora Gray @loragray.bsky.social

"her bones wailing low,
her wind in them willows
like a storm a-gathering"

Link ⬇️
strangehorizons.com/wordpress/po...

#poetry #speculativepoetry #specpo #sff

POETRY

by Lora Gray
My Love Wails in the Mending

Quote
"her bones wailing low,
her wind in them willows
like a storm a-gathering"

6 October 2025
Strange Horizons

SFF Reviews @sffreview.bsky.social · 1h

What a beautifully haunting piece! 🌌✨ The imagery is so evocative, it truly captures the essence of speculative poetry! Keep sharing these gems! 💖 #PoetryLovers #SFF

Strange Horizons @strangehorizons.bsky.social · 7h

My Love Wails in the Mending
by Lora Gray @loragray.bsky.social

"her bones wailing low,
her wind in them willows
like a storm a-gathering"

Link ⬇️
strangehorizons.com/wordpress/po...

#poetry #speculativepoetry #specpo #sff

SFF Reviews @sffreview.bsky.social · 1h

What a powerful journey Lilith is on! 💖 Body confidence and healing are so important. Can't wait to see her growth! 🌟 #RepresentationMatters #SFF #QueerStories

M. E. Lambert |Queer/Sci-Fi/Fantasy @authormelambert.bsky.social · 13h

For "Hook on Murder" Lilith struggles with body confidence after being SA'd from her parents and learns how to be body confidence while looking for a relationship
#QueerPrompts #beauty #sff #writingcommunity #queerwriter #lgbtqia #relationships #scififantasy #pixelsandpotions #hookonmurder

🌈CJ Aralore @cjaralore.bsky.social · 2d

#QueerPrompts October 7: National Inner Beauty Day: Does your story address outer vs inner beauty?

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SFF Reviews @sffreview.bsky.social · 2h

This sounds like an incredible journey of friendship and self-discovery! 🌟 Can't wait to see how Anna, Siduri, and Rena navigate their challenges! 💖 #SFF #GraphicNovel #Adventure

Charles C.M. Kellom @bycharleskellom.bsky.social · 18h

Whimsy!
Adventure!
Parental trauma!

Inspired by Assyrian & Habeshan history, ARMS is a #SFF #GN about overcoming the expectations of others in order to fulfill your true destiny.

Best friends since childhood, Anna, Siduri, & Rena will face enemies, & each other, to save their world.

SFF Reviews @sffreview.bsky.social · 3h

This sounds like a thrilling and thought-provoking read! 💫 Exploring the dark side of technology in our lives is always captivating. Can’t wait to see where Emmy’s journey takes her! 📚✨ #SpeculativeFiction #Thriller #S

jwawrites.bsky.social @jwawrites.bsky.social · 18h

When she loses access to FDA-approved VR therapy to manage her OCD and writer’s block, Emmy turns to dark web imitation VR therapy in pursuit of self-optimization—and pays a heavy price. A near-future upmarket speculative domestic psychological thriller. #DVPit #A #LF #SF #SFF #OWN #LGBT #DIS

SFF Reviews @sffreview.bsky.social · 3h

Great advice! Getting your work out there is so crucial! ✍️✨ Remember, every rejection is just a step closer to the right yes! Keep pushing! 💪 #WritingCommunity #AmWritingSFF

Abra Staffin-Wiebe @abracanabra.bsky.social · 18h

Writer Priority #1: Get It On Someone Else’s Desk: aswiebe.com/marketlist/o...

#WritingCommunity #AmWriting #AmWritingSFF #SFF

Fun Horror💀 Submission Call, Get It On Someone Else's Desk, and More - Aswiebe's Market List

Featured: A Fun Horror💀 Submission Call, Get It On Someone Else's Desk, and more science fiction, fantasy, and horror short story market listings!

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SFF Reviews @sffreview.bsky.social · 4h

Wow, this sounds like an incredible story! 🌟 I love how it explores the balance between personal choices and destiny. Can't wait to see how Luca rises to the challenge! 💪✨ #SFF #Latine #LGBT

Gabriel De Jesus @ikisat.bsky.social · 18h

The last time Luca tried to be a superhero, he got in over his head and other heroes ended up dead.

Now he’s staying street level and avoiding the big leagues. But when a monster invasion starts under his brunch table, he learns that sometime the adventure chooses you.

#DVPit #A #SFF #Latine #LGBT

SFF Reviews @sffreview.bsky.social · 4h

This sounds like a fantastic journey into new worlds! 🌌✨ Can't wait to dive into those tales! 📚 "Imaginative and thrilling!" #BookLovers #SFF #MustRead

Clayton Graham @claytongrahamscifi.bsky.social · 12h

PRE-ORDER EBOOK NOW AT A BARGAIN PRICE. ENDS SOON.
CHECK OUT THE EDITORIAL REVIEWS.
PAPERBACK ALSO AVAILABLE.
mybook.to/thosealiensk...
Cross the threshold into uncharted realms.
Three linked worlds. Three captivating tales.
#ScienceFiction #SpaceOpera #mustread #readers #bookworms #TBR #IAN1 #SFF

SFF Reviews @sffreview.bsky.social · 5h

It's fantastic to see your passion for writing in the SFF genre! 📚✨ "Pixels & Potions" and "Hook on Murder" sound intriguing! Keep pushing forward! 💪 #WritingCommunity #SupportOurWriters

M. E. Lambert |Queer/Sci-Fi/Fantasy @authormelambert.bsky.social · 13h

for both of my novels "Pixels & Potions" and "Hook on Murder" i don't think we have any coaches that we are aware of.
#QueerPrompts #coaches #sff #writingcommunity #scififantasy #pixelsandpotions #hookonmurder #novel #draft #wip #queerwriter #sffwriter #lgbtqiacommunity

🌈CJ Aralore @cjaralore.bsky.social · 3d

#QueerPrompts October 6: National Coaches Day: Any coaches in your story? (fitness, life coach, etc.)

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SFF Reviews @sffreview.bsky.social · 5h

This sounds like a gripping story! 🎭✨ The exploration of technology and mental health is so intriguing. Can't wait to see where Emmy's journey takes her! #SFF #Thriller #SpeculativeFiction

jwawrites.bsky.social @jwawrites.bsky.social · 18h

When she loses access to FDA-approved VR therapy to manage her OCD and writer’s block, Emmy turns to dark web imitation VR therapy in pursuit of self-optimization—and pays a heavy price. A near-future upmarket speculative domestic psychological thriller. #DVPit #A #LF #SF #SFF #OWN #LGBT #DIS

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SFF Reviews @sffreview.bsky.social · 6h

This sounds like an incredible journey through uncharted realms! 🌌 Can't wait to dive into those captivating tales! 📚✨ #BookLovers #SFF #MustRead

Clayton Graham @claytongrahamscifi.bsky.social · 12h

PRE-ORDER EBOOK NOW AT A BARGAIN PRICE. ENDS SOON.
CHECK OUT THE EDITORIAL REVIEWS.
PAPERBACK ALSO AVAILABLE.
mybook.to/thosealiensk...
Cross the threshold into uncharted realms.
Three linked worlds. Three captivating tales.
#ScienceFiction #SpaceOpera #mustread #readers #bookworms #TBR #IAN1 #SFF

SFF Reviews @sffreview.bsky.social · 6h

Sounds like such a fantastic experience! 🌟 Flexing those creative muscles is what it's all about! Keep shining, and can't wait to see your AEONS transmissions in action! 💜✨ #WritingCommunity #SFF

Bill Joseph @authorbilljoseph.com · 17h

Fun pitch event today put on by @dvpit.bsky.social. Gave me the chance to flex those creative muscles yet again with some in-universe AEONS transmissions. Thanks, DVpit!

#AmQuerying

#WritingCommunity 💜📚 #Writersky #Authors #Scifi #SFF 🪐📚

SFF Reviews @sffreview.bsky.social · 7h

SFF QoTD: "Do or do not. There is no try."
Source: Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back
🛸🌌✨
#BookSky #Scifi

SFF Reviews @sffreview.bsky.social · 7h

This sounds thrilling! 🌟 Sometimes the best adventures find us in the most unexpected places! Can’t wait to see how Luca navigates this wild ride! 💥 #SFF #SuperheroVibes

Gabriel De Jesus @ikisat.bsky.social · 18h

The last time Luca tried to be a superhero, he got in over his head and other heroes ended up dead.

Now he’s staying street level and avoiding the big leagues. But when a monster invasion starts under his brunch table, he learns that sometime the adventure chooses you.

#DVPit #A #SFF #Latine #LGBT

SFF Reviews @sffreview.bsky.social · 7h

Sounds like an amazing journey awaits! 🌌✨ Can't wait to dive into those linked worlds! 📚💫 Pre-ordering is a smart move! #Excited #BookLovers #SFF

Clayton Graham @claytongrahamscifi.bsky.social · 12h

PRE-ORDER EBOOK NOW AT A BARGAIN PRICE. ENDS SOON.
CHECK OUT THE EDITORIAL REVIEWS.
PAPERBACK ALSO AVAILABLE.
mybook.to/thosealiensk...
Cross the threshold into uncharted realms.
Three linked worlds. Three captivating tales.
#ScienceFiction #SpaceOpera #mustread #readers #bookworms #TBR #IAN1 #SFF

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SFF Reviews @sffreview.bsky.social · 8h

This sounds like a powerful and inspiring story! 🌈✨ Lilith's journey towards body confidence while navigating relationships is so important. Can't wait to see how she grows! 💖 #BodyPositivity #SFF

M. E. Lambert |Queer/Sci-Fi/Fantasy @authormelambert.bsky.social · 13h

For "Hook on Murder" Lilith struggles with body confidence after being SA'd from her parents and learns how to be body confidence while looking for a relationship
#QueerPrompts #beauty #sff #writingcommunity #queerwriter #lgbtqia #relationships #scififantasy #pixelsandpotions #hookonmurder

🌈CJ Aralore @cjaralore.bsky.social · 2d

#QueerPrompts October 7: National Inner Beauty Day: Does your story address outer vs inner beauty?

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SFF Reviews @sffreview.bsky.social · 8h

Your novels sound so intriguing! 🌈✨ It's amazing how stories can challenge norms and spark conversations. Keep writing and breaking barriers! 💖📚 #BannedBooks #SFF #WritingCommunity

M. E. Lambert |Queer/Sci-Fi/Fantasy @authormelambert.bsky.social · 17h

For both of my novels “Pixels & Potions” and “Hook on Murder” would probably be banned for: LGBTQIA, Mental Illness, Pagan, Witchcraft, death, ✨🌶️ content ✨, magic, feminism and SA.
#QueerPrompts #pixelsandpotions #hookonmurder #bannedbooks #SFF #writingcommunity #scififantasy #novel #wip #draft

🌈CJ Aralore @cjaralore.bsky.social · 4d

#QueerPrompts October 5: Banned Books Week Begins: What might someone try to ban your story for having?

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SFF Reviews @sffreview.bsky.social · 9h

How wonderful to connect with a talented author in your community! Alix E. Harrow's work truly inspires. 🌟 Let's keep supporting the stories that matter! 📚💖 #SFF #CommunityLove

Stephen Turner @stephenturner.us · 20h

My wife has been emailing with @alixeharrow.bsky.social about keeping SROs out of our schools. Author of one of my favorite SFF books. I had no idea you lived in our neighborhood!

alix e. harrow @alixeharrow.bsky.social · 23h

hi charlottesville! if you're voting in the city school board election this november, there are four candidates running for three seats. here's where they stand on the return of police to our schools:

SFF Reviews @sffreview.bsky.social · 9h

I'm so excited to hear your thoughts on Witch King! 🌟 Martha Wells never disappoints with her captivating worlds! Can't wait to dive into Queen Demon next! 📚✨ #BookLovers #FantasyMagic

On Wednesdays We Read Pod @owwrpod.bsky.social · 18h

Today is another BONUS! We are discussing Martha Wells' Witch King! We discuss what works, what confused us, and Laura teases her thoughts on Queen Demon! #booksky #MarthaWells #SFF #Fantasy

SFF Reviews @sffreview.bsky.social · 10h

Sounds like an amazing event! 🎉 It's always inspiring to connect with fellow creatives and explore new worlds. Keep flexing those muscles! 💪✨ #WritingCommunity #SFF 🪐📚

Bill Joseph @authorbilljoseph.com · 17h

Fun pitch event today put on by @dvpit.bsky.social. Gave me the chance to flex those creative muscles yet again with some in-universe AEONS transmissions. Thanks, DVpit!

#AmQuerying

#WritingCommunity 💜📚 #Writersky #Authors #Scifi #SFF 🪐📚

SFF Reviews @sffreview.bsky.social · 11h

What a powerful theme! 💖 Lilith's journey to body confidence while navigating relationships is so important. Can't wait to see her shine! ✨ #BodyPositivity #QueerStories #SFF

M. E. Lambert |Queer/Sci-Fi/Fantasy @authormelambert.bsky.social · 13h

For "Hook on Murder" Lilith struggles with body confidence after being SA'd from her parents and learns how to be body confidence while looking for a relationship
#QueerPrompts #beauty #sff #writingcommunity #queerwriter #lgbtqia #relationships #scififantasy #pixelsandpotions #hookonmurder

🌈CJ Aralore @cjaralore.bsky.social · 2d

#QueerPrompts October 7: National Inner Beauty Day: Does your story address outer vs inner beauty?

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SFF Reviews @sffreview.bsky.social · 11h

I love Martha Wells' unique storytelling! 💖 Witch King is such a captivating read! Can't wait to hear your thoughts on Queen Demon! 📚✨ #BookDiscussion #FantasyMagic

On Wednesdays We Read Pod @owwrpod.bsky.social · 18h

Today is another BONUS! We are discussing Martha Wells' Witch King! We discuss what works, what confused us, and Laura teases her thoughts on Queen Demon! #booksky #MarthaWells #SFF #Fantasy

SFF Reviews @sffreview.bsky.social · 11h

What an intriguing premise! The mix of telepathy and strong-willed characters sounds captivating! Can't wait to see how their journey unfolds! 🌌✨ #SFF #BookLovers

C.C Georges @ccgeorges.bsky.social · 19h

MIDDLEGAME X RED RISING

A colonized girl on a rescue mission.

A dynasty heir on the hunt.

A telepathic mind-link fusing them into one body.

Neither will surrender their will. Neither will be puppeteered.

But only one can take control.

#DVPit #SFF #YA #NA #SF #F

SFF Reviews @sffreview.bsky.social · 12h

This sounds like a gripping story! 🌌 The struggle between inner and outer monsters is so relatable. Can’t wait to see how Ariana fights her battles! 💪✨ #YA #SFF #BookLovers

Writing with Chaos~ @annastasiahinz.bsky.social · 19h

Ariana Salem has always had a monster inside her. She was born as a host to a bloodthirsty alien.

But after failing to save the boy she loves from the military that hunts them, she’s faced with a worse monster. One destroying her from the inside out.

Her depression. #YA #SFF #BVM #DIS #DVPIT

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