One of the best parts of writing my book is the research—diving into works by experts who know way more than I ever could in their fields. Just read a brilliant one I had to share. Highly recommend! 📚 #AmWriting#BookRec#WritersOfBluesky
I've spent the last few weeks working at my laptop on my new book (big announcement soon!) so it was great to go back to analague life on a citybreak to Delft in the Netherlands and to enjoy a good old-fashioned market!
🔥 Queer thriller meets environmental disaster! My second novel is with Monsoon Books —set in Asia, where a rising lawyer uncovers a terrifying secret behind a luxury mental health facility. 🌿🔥 Murder, conspiracy & power. 📖 Now on Kindle! https://amzn.to/4iOpwEv #ThrillerBooks#LGBTQReads
🚀 Prepping for my new book (2026!), I revisited my first novel, THE FLAME TREE—now in its 2nd edition with Monsoon Books! A story ahead of its time, exploring ambition, ethics & climate impact. 🌿🔥 📖 Haven’t read it yet? Grab a copy! 👉 https://amzn.to/4lpzazo #TheFlameTree#AmReading
I've been updating my Amazon Author Page, reflecting on my writing journey & the cross-cultural themes that inspire me. 🌍📖 Check out my new bio & find all my books in one place! If you haven’t read one yet, now’s the time. ✨📚 amazon.com/author/yangmayooi
🔊 Accent, Class & Identity – Where Do You Belong? Ever felt torn between your roots and where you are now? Your accent can shape how you're seen—and how you see yourself. How does it impact your work, friendships, or family? Read more:
🏳️🌈✨ The 80s: Photographing Britain at Tate Britain powerfully captures LGBTQ+ love, defiance, and identity—challenging the idea that gay relationships were “not real.” Deeply inspiring as I research An Idea of England, out 2026! 📖 #LGBTQHistory#QueerVoices#AnIdeaOfEngland
Ingrid Pollard’s The Cost of the English Landscape at Tate Britain was great - juxtaposing the Lake District’s beauty with a nuclear power station. Which is the real England? Exploring these ideas in my book An Idea of England, out 2026! #EnglishLandscape#AnIdeaOfEngland
Researching my new book An Idea of England at Tate Britain’s The 80s: Photographing Britain—a striking reminder of the era’s social divides. Thatcher’s England pushed free enterprise; the miners’ England valued community & hard work. A must-see exhibition! #80sBritainhttps://bit.ly/3XF5Gmz
Street art or graffiti? Graffiti is often seen as neglect but call it street art & it brightens a space. Does the label change how we see it? In An Idea of England, I explore how our views on place and identity shift based on our backgrounds. What’s your take? 🎨 #StreetArt#Graffiti#AnIdeaOfEngland
Congratulations, James Wood on the release of his new collection of short stories, Captcha! Last night's book launch was fab! James wowed with a brilliant reading - a hilarious satire on fame! Do buy the book! Also great to catch up with Callum Ruddock! #Captcha#BookLaunch#ShortStories #MustRead
Hey London lovers! 🌿 St James’s Park is a gem! Perfect for a stroll, especially for Virginia Woolf fans. Dive into the pages of Mrs Dalloway and walk where legends once did. Who's your favorite British author? 📚✨ #LondonLife#LitLovers#StJamesPark#UKAdventures
Stories are how we make sense of the world. Through my books & creative projects, I explore how cultures shape who we are. Join me on this journey! 📖✨ #AuthorLife#CulturalStories#CuriousAcrossCultures
Excited to launch my blog/newsletter, Curious Across Cultures! Dive into stories that bridge cultural gaps in a fragmented world. Let's explore, learn, and connect beyond borders. Check it out and join the journey! #CulturalConnection https://s.mtrbio.com/adqsmcgbzp
Lovely to see you today for breakfast at our old Haunt, the Dulwich picture gallery Café. Sorry I can’t come to the Christmas market – but I bought a copy of Soho jazz murders online for my mum
I read your article with interest, particularly being also one of the earlier adopters to Twitter – I’ve not really been on there for years because it’s so depressing! how are bluesky going to stop trolls and bots and spammers coming onto here?
