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Ann VanderMeer
@annvandermeer.bsky.social
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Editor, anthologist, writer, former feeder woman to Neo (who was the one).
(she/her)
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On The Turntable Now

Discipline by King Crimson (1981)

The band at that time had the following lineup:

Robert Fripp - guitar and frippertronics
Adrian Belew - guitar and lead vocals
Tony Levin - bass and vocals
Bill Bruford - drums

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Cover of the album Discipline by King Crimson.
November 22, 2025 at 7:33 PM
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Burning white candle in a glass container. Photo taken in the dark, so the flame shines brightly. Candle will shine for over 24 hours.
November 21, 2025 at 11:36 AM
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Remember them.

#TransgenderDayofRemembrance
A single white candle in a glass jar sitting on a wooden table against a window showing the outside deck and backyard.
November 20, 2025 at 8:56 PM
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Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance. The first time I heard about it was in 2016 when Jeff was the Trias Writer-in-Residence at Hobart-Wiiliam Smith College and we were living in Geneva, NY.
#TransgenderDayofRemembrance
Banner displaying International Transgender Day of Remembrance. In blue and pink letters.
November 20, 2025 at 5:57 PM
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It's such a beautiful night. I just have to be outside and take a walk.
Screenshot from the Merlin App showing a Barred Owl and a Wild Turkey.
November 17, 2025 at 11:41 PM
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Currently reading GIRL WARRIOR by Joy Harjo. This passage especially speaks to me today.
Screenshot from the book GIRL WARRIOR by Joy Harjo. It says "Now you can have a party. Invite everyone you know who loves and supports you. Keep room for those who have no place else to go. Make a giveaway, and remember, keep the speeches short. Then, you must do this: help the next person find their way through the dark "
November 17, 2025 at 8:25 PM
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For example:
Storefront window in Paris. A row of colorful fabric bags shaped like chickens hanging from a wire. Mural on a wall at a breakfast restaurant. Showing two talkative eggs, Elliot and Elisabeth. Also Leo. 😉 Storefront window in Paris. Unusual vase in beige, black and tan showing a stylized face. Storefront window in Paris. Chocolates!!! Dark, Milk and White chocolate balls in separate glass bowls. Yum! 😋
November 10, 2025 at 6:52 PM
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The cats of Gozo. Orange cat was spotted at a Neolithic structure. I wanted to get a better photo so I put my purse and cap down. They immediately sat in the cap!

Second cat lured me with their charms while I was eating lunch. Yes, yes...I gave them some fish. OK, I admit it: more than some. 🙃
Orange cat lounging outside on a smooth-ish rock surface with greenery all around. I really wanted to get a better photo. Orange cat sitting on/in my gray cap with my purse (black with a colorful pattern) behind them. Looking very pleased with themselves. How could I disturb them by retrieving my cap? Calico cat sitting outside on gray tiles looking up at me while locking their chops. So cute I just had to keep feeding them. Charming Calico cat sitting outside on gray tiles looking up at me and demanding (politely, of course) to be fed.
November 7, 2025 at 7:37 PM
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Here in Valletta, Malta with @jeffvandermeer.bsky.social and @goblindegook.bsky.social (photo by Luis). Guess which one is me? 😉
Three shadows on a golden wall in Valletta, Malta (photo by Luis Rodrigues)
November 6, 2025 at 7:18 PM
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Hello, Malta! My first time in your beautiful country and I'm so happy to be here. Looking forward to meeting the writers who will be attending my workshop on Saturday.
Banner promoting the workshop I'm leading on Saturday at the Malta Book Festival.
November 5, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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We bought some terrific chocolates. These are the passionfruit dark chocolates. Yum! 😋
Box of five passionfruit dark chocolates. The inside of one of the passionfruit chocolates. Creamy, gooey and magical.
November 4, 2025 at 5:34 PM
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I promised you chocolate shop photos today and I'm hoping this does not disappoint. Only took photos at one shop: Cedric et la Chocolaterie. There was a line & I hesitated but @jeffvandermeer.bsky.social encouraged me. It was worth it!
Gorgeous display of a variety of chocolates: white chocolate, milk chocolate and dark chocolate. Some chocolate covered bears, too! A variety of different chocolates shaped like nuts and hanging from the ceiling of this shop. It was designed to look like a chocolate tree! More beautiful chocolates on display. This is a row of dark chocolates with different fruits and nuts: passionfruit, lemon, pistachio, almond, etc. Unbelievable! Behind the counter where you place your order is a wall of chocolate raining down slowly. It smelled really good in the store.
November 4, 2025 at 5:34 PM
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Today I am planning to photograph the windows of chocolate stores. So excited! Stay tuned for more. But in the meantime, enjoy this beautiful display of fruit.
Beautiful display of fruit and vegetables featuring blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, strawberries, and other delicious goodies. Yum!
November 4, 2025 at 9:06 AM
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Walking through Jardin des Plantes in Nantes. Birdsong all around!
#VanderWild
Screenshot from the Merlin App showing Short-toed Treecreeper, European Robin, Eurasia Magpie and Long-tailed Tit.
November 2, 2025 at 1:35 PM
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At Utopiales, @jeffvandermeer.bsky.social is being interviewed by Jerome Vincent. The audience is packed. SRO.
Jerome Vincent interviews Jeff VanderMeer. They're laughing as they share a light moment together. The display above the Utopiales stage announcing the interview with Jeff VanderMeer.
November 1, 2025 at 2:08 PM
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This beautiful cheese shop almost had me in tears. The owner was very knowledgeable and explained so much about each cheese when we asked. Yes, yes, too many were purchased, but how could we resist? Honestly, I consider this an art form (just wait until I share chocolate photos).
Display case filled with beautiful French cheeses. In front of the display case are marble tabletops with special knives and other cutting tools for slicing the cheese.
November 1, 2025 at 1:25 PM
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One of the sights I am enjoying at Utopiales.
Colorful science fiction painting in process. Artist is at one end to the right still painting.
October 31, 2025 at 4:10 PM
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Here's @jeffvandermeer.bsky.social at Utopiales in Nantes, France talking about writing weird fiction, one of my favorite subjects.
October 31, 2025 at 3:31 PM
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Excited to share the French edition of Sisters of the Revolution. Isn't it beautiful?
Cover of the French edition of Sisters of the Revolution. Edited by Ann and Jeff VanderMeer. Beautiful colorful cover in red, Blue, green, pink, orange and purple.
October 29, 2025 at 7:05 PM
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Look what just arrived! The latest novel by Thomas Olde Heuvelt. I can't wait to dive in. (Also, I've been told that I *may* be a character in the book. I hope I don't come to an unfortunate end 🙃).
#Darkerdays
Book cover for DARKER DAYS - a novel by Thomas Olde Heuvelt. Black cover with red and white lettering, showing a silhouette of someone in a red window.
October 23, 2025 at 4:55 PM
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I have to break down a bunch of cardboard boxes today. Luckily I am equipped with this cat paw box cutter that my son @kennedycasting gave me.
Happy #Caturday
Black and pink box cutter shaped like a cat paw
October 18, 2025 at 5:29 PM
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It's so nice to come home and be greeted by such beauty. It's magical.
#VanderWild
October 12, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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Hello, my friends! Look what I have! This magnificent book by Marty Cahill was released a few weeks ago. I pre-ordered it but wasn't able to pick it up until today. I can't wait to dive in. Congratulations, Marty! 🎉🥳
Bookcover for Audition For The Fox by Martin Cahill.
October 11, 2025 at 11:25 PM
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Many have told me they miss my 'On The Turntable Now' posts. You're in luck! I plan to resume very soon. These may become part of a larger project. Music soothes my soul and reminds me of who I am.
Photo of one area of my music room showing stereo equipment on top of shelves of vinyl LPs under a beautiful multicolor piece of artwork.
October 9, 2025 at 2:32 PM
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Walking the circle this morning and the birds were out of control! Maybe because there are storms predicted for this afternoon.
Tufted Titmouse
Northern Cardinal
Downy Woodpecker
Carolina Chickadee
House Finch
Purple Martin
Northern Mockingbird
Eastern Bluebird

#VanderWild
Screenshot from the Merlin App showing the following birds: Tufted Titmouse, Northern Cardinal, Downy Woodpecker and Carolina Chickadee. Screenshot from the Merlin App showing the following birds: Northern Cardinal, Carolina Chickadee, House Finch, Purple Martin, Northern Mockingbird, Downy Woodpecker and Eastern Bluebird.
October 6, 2025 at 3:13 PM