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Blaine D. Arden
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enby/ace | Mx/she/ey/em
Author of Queer Romantic SFF who sings eir way through life in platform boots.
Tech Prince Troubles OUT NOW!! 👽☕
https://go.blainedarden.com/tech-troubles
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What happens when a single dad barista who thrives on chaos meets a runaway prince looking for some much-needed quiet?
Find out in my new M/M Urban Fantasy Romance 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀.

go.blainedarden.com/tech-troubles

Chibis created by the wonderfully talented Rhys Everly-Lawless
Chibi-style characters—a glowing blue-skinned prince with white hair and a human barista—share a tender moment. Background features coffee beans, golden swirls, and the "Runaway Prince Hotel" logo. Descriptive phrases like “Runaway Prince,” “Single Dad,” and “Espresso Wizard” highlight whimsical traits. Text reads: “Fairytales aren’t just for children.”
December 3, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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One day left to get three books for $5!
at Itchio's 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝘆.
Or buy these monster + alien romances at 60% off.

go.blainedarden.com/itchio-sale
Banner with bold white text “Monsters & Aliens & Humans in Love” above a Black Friday Creator Day promo offering all books for $5 or 60% off. Three book covers by Blaine D. Arden—A Snowmonster for Midwinter, How Six Saved the Frogs, and Aliens, Smith and Jones—are displayed below.
December 2, 2025 at 1:10 PM
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A Place of Refuge sale on itch!
victoriajanssen.bsky.social Victoria Janssen @victoriajanssen.bsky.social · 4d
Only on itch.io - sale on A Place of Refuge! Buy the three novellas for $2 each, 11/28/25 03:00 AM EDT - 12/4/25 01:00 AM EDT.

Former rebel guerillas find their lost beloved friend and escape fascism. Also there's banter and pastries. #cozy #hopepunk #sapphic #spaceopera.

itch.io/s/170171/bla...
Cover by Augusta Scarlett; Finding Refuge features a beautiful Black woman with a shaved head, against a blue background featuring a spaceship and a planet. The font is sleek and futuristic.
November 30, 2025 at 9:35 PM
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𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲! These monster + alien romances are 60% off — or grab all three for $5.
Offer ends in 3 days!

Winter reading sorted. ❄️❤️

go.blainedarden.com/itchio-sale
Banner with bold white text “Monsters & Aliens & Humans in Love” above a Black Friday Creator Day promo offering all books for $5 or 60% off. Three book covers by Blaine D. Arden—A Snowmonster for Midwinter, How Six Saved the Frogs, and Aliens, Smith and Jones—are displayed below.
November 30, 2025 at 10:55 AM
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I'm a non-binary author. My books will be 60% off, or $5 for all three!
Two of the books feature trans MCs.

itch.io/s/169977/bla...
Black Friday Creator Day 2025 by Blaine D. Arden
A bundle by Blaine D. Arden, $5.00 for Aliens, Smith and Jones, How Six Saved the Frogs, A Snowmonster for Midwinter
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November 25, 2025 at 10:28 PM
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Reminder that ALL of these books (except HWITW) are on sale right now!

You can get a backlist bundle on itch, 50% off on my personal store, and my nonbinary assassin books for 99 cents a piece 🏳️‍⚧️

itch.io/s/170830/sap...
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riengray.bsky.social Rien Gray @riengray.bsky.social · Oct 11
🧷Hello! I'm an agender intersex butch writer of F/F and F/X trans fiction, both romance and speculative.

I currently work on a sapphic Arthuriana series named Out of True, but I also have a finished noir series starring a nonbinary assassin. #BookSky

riengray.itch.io
www.amazon.com/stores/Rien-...
There is white text on black rockers surrounding a circle version of the Progress Pride flag. The white text says "Guide to Pride" and "Rien Gray's Books". Eight of Rien Gray's books are overlaid on stripes of the agender and genderfluid flags. The title of the image is "Nonbinary MCs". The book titles in order are Love Kills Twice, Love Bleeds Deep, Love Burns Bright, A Love So Dark, Valerin the Fair, A Strip of Velvet, Double Exposure, and Seure the Tempered. Four of Rien Gray's books are overlaid over a stripe with lesbian flag colors. The title of the image is "Lesbian MCs". There are arrows underneath pointing to three of the books and a caption that says "they're butch, too". The books listed in order are Valerin the Fair, The Scales of Seduction, Her Wolf in the Wild, and Martis the Brazen. Six of Rien Gray's books are overlaid on stripes the color of the bisexual flag. The title of the image is "Bisexual MCs". The books listed in order are Love Kills Twice, Love Bleeds Deep, Love Burns Bright, A Love So Dark, A Strip of Velvet, and Double Exposure.
November 29, 2025 at 6:48 PM
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I keep forgetting in all the family holiday time but if you want to get all the books in the Pagans & Pop Stars series so far, they're bundled on sale until 12/2 :] for $4.49

📚📢📦

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Black Friday Creator Day 2025 by Katta Kis
A bundle by Katta Kis, $4.49 for Love in the Liner Notes, Love at the Rock Show, No Love in LA
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November 29, 2025 at 7:47 PM
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Check it out!
victoriajanssen.bsky.social Victoria Janssen @victoriajanssen.bsky.social · 7d
Only on itch.io - sale on A Place of Refuge! Buy the three novellas for $2 each, 11/28/25 03:00 AM EDT - 12/4/25 01:00 AM EDT.

Former rebel guerillas find their lost beloved friend and escape fascism. Also there's banter and pastries. #cozy #hopepunk #sapphic #spaceopera.

itch.io/s/170171/bla...
Black Friday Creator Day 2025 by Victoria Janssen
A bundle by Victoria Janssen, $5.99 for Finding Refuge: A Place of Refuge, Part One, Accepting Refuge: A Place of Refuge, Part Two, Embracing Refuge: A Place of Refuge, Part Three
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November 29, 2025 at 8:11 PM
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Hey #WeAintBuyingIt peeps, check out this bundle of books on itch-io that goes to indie creators, most of whom are marginalised!

There are two smaller bundles, linked in the big bundle page!

#booksky #queersky #blacksky #queerwriters #queeradultsff 📢📚 🩷🧙♂️⚔️ 🪐📚 📚🖤 🌈📚🪐
Black Friday BIG Bundle! by Niranjan and 27 others
Black Friday BIG Bundle!: 41 items for $56.00
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November 29, 2025 at 9:49 AM
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💙 Love is… capturing his happiness. 😍🎨

Runaway Prince 💙 Single Dad
Quiet, Please 💜 Thrives on Chaos
Sketches Birds 🤎 Paddles Rivers
Tech Mage 🖤 Espresso Wizard

go.blainedarden.com/tech-troubles

Your next magical MM romance is just a cup away.
Promotional image for Tech Prince Troubles by Blaine D. Arden features a collage with a purple-skinned person with circuit-like face markings, a flying goose at sunset, a man rowing a boat, and a barista operating an espresso machine. A quote at the bottom reads: "The sun hit Sam’s face just right as he slowed his boat. His beaming smile. The twinkle in his eyes. I had to capture the happiness he exuded."
November 26, 2025 at 8:01 PM
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If you are a queer author and you have a queer M/F book (in which one or both MCs are queer) please let me know so I can add your book to my TBR.
November 26, 2025 at 12:53 PM
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You can get 22 of my stories for just $25!
beedokfern.bsky.social Beedok/Fern 🏳️‍⚧️🇨🇦 @beedokfern.bsky.social · 9d
50% off almost all my stories! Or get save even more and buy a bundle at $25 USD!

itch.io/s/169615/bir...
Black Friday + Birthday Blowout! Nov 24th to Dec 1st
November 26, 2025 at 11:16 AM
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OH FOR THE LOVE OF MISTLETOE how did I forget Simple After All by Yolande Kleinn?

This is what I get for trying to do book recs in between finishing a sewing project. 🤦
skyekilaen.bsky.social Skye Kilaen @skyekilaen.bsky.social · 8d
Some of my fave queer 🎄 books:

Miss Claus - J.R. Hart
All is Bright - Llinos Cathryn Thomas
Felix Navidad- 'Nathan Burgoine
Julia Can't Buy Her Girlfriends Jewelry - Melody Wiklund
Gaudete - Amy Rae Durreson
God Rest Ye Merry Vampires - Liv Rancourt
The Holiday Party Pretense - me

(1/2)
nelnelnellie.bsky.social Nellie Cubed @nelnelnellie.bsky.social · 9d
I’ve seen a few people on #BookSky asking for HOLIDAY BOOK recommendations. How about if we start a thread? No judgment about what you pick. It’s not like Die Hard. If you tell us it’s a holiday book in your mind, it’s legit. Helpful if you give title, author, and maybe genre. Self promo is OK. 📚💙
☃️
November 25, 2025 at 9:36 PM
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With the upcoming itch creator day, I've been collecting sales/bundles with trans books and/or by trans creators that will happen on the 28th so you can get nice books cheaper and the authors get more of your cash. If you have any more recs, please feel free to let me know! #samreads
November 24, 2025 at 5:18 PM
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🏳️‍⚧️This Trans Day of Rememberance honor the fallen by fighting for those of us who remain. We need everyone's help to survive this hell🏳️‍🌈
November 20, 2025 at 6:17 PM
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🏳️‍⚧️If you a smaller trans account, post a little blurb about yourself for me to amplify. You are not to be forgetten🏳️‍🌈🖤✨️
November 20, 2025 at 6:41 PM
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Meet Adri and Sam
Runaway Prince 💙 Single Dad
Quiet, Please 💜 Thrives on Chaos
Sketches Birds 🤎 Paddles Rivers
Tech Mage 🖤 Espresso Wizard

☕ Love is… a flawless espresso shot.
But sometimes, love is… badly charred toast. 🔥🍞

go.blainedarden.com/tech-troubles
Promotional collage for Tech Prince Troubles by Blaine D. Arden features a golden title over a silhouette of two men at sunset. Other panels show a purple-skinned figure with circuit-like markings, a barista using an espresso machine, slices of burnt toast, and a blue circuit board. Overlaid dialogue reads: “You burned toast? Is that an American expression?” “No. I actually burned toast.” “Oh. That’s bad.”
November 15, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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What happens when a single dad barista who thrives on chaos meets a runaway prince looking for some much-needed quiet?
Find out in my new M/M Urban Fantasy Romance 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀.

go.blainedarden.com/tech-troubles

Chibis created by the wonderfully talented Rhys Everly-Lawless
Chibi-style characters—a glowing blue-skinned prince with white hair and a human barista—share a tender moment. Background features coffee beans, golden swirls, and the "Runaway Prince Hotel" logo. Descriptive phrases like “Runaway Prince,” “Single Dad,” and “Espresso Wizard” highlight whimsical traits. Text reads: “Fairytales aren’t just for children.”
November 12, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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💙 Love is… stealing glances when he's not looking. 👀✏️

Runaway Prince 💙 Single Dad
Quiet, Please 💜 Thrives on Chaos
Sketches Birds 🤎 Paddles Rivers
Tech Mage 🖤 Espresso Wizard

go.blainedarden.com/tech-troubles

Your next magical MM romance is just a cup away.
Promotional image for Tech Prince Troubles by Blaine D. Arden features a collage with a purple-skinned person with circuit-like face markings, a flying goose at sunset, a man rowing a boat, and a barista operating an espresso machine. A quote at the bottom reads: "The sun hit Sam’s face just right as he slowed his boat. His beaming smile. The twinkle in his eyes. I had to capture the happiness he exuded."
November 5, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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If you're a queer Texas author of adult or YA fiction & you have one of your books on hand that you'd like to sign & donate to a silent auction bundle for Equality Texas, DM me?

The event is Nov 15th so it would need to get in the mail ASAP, or in Austin area I can pick up.

Reposts appreciated! 🏳️‍🌈
October 29, 2025 at 2:23 PM
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For a salamander, you sure axolotl questions!
a small axolotl is walking on a piece of paper .
Alt: a small axolotl is walking on a piece of paper .
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October 27, 2025 at 6:13 PM
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Ace week is over but you can still read my sapphic ace romantasy any time. Two disaster queers raising a hilarious baby dragon and fighting for justice 🌈📚
vriccithode.bsky.social Ness 🎃🇨🇦 @vriccithode.bsky.social · Aug 12
the reviews are in and confirm that the dragon next door is awesome! have you grabbed your copy yet? if you've read it and loved it, please leave a rating/review! ✨ 🌈📚 #booksky #QueerAdultSFF #IndieAugust #romancelandia
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white text on a blue night sky background that reads: praise for The Dragon Next Door. “a perfect choice if you are looking for a sapphic romantasy with a really natural progression, and a cast of well-fleshed characters that will steal your heart.” - Jamedi; “This book was a delight to read, a cozy queer escape I didn't know I needed.” - Madeline Konrad; “if you’re into cozy fantasy, two strong, females who have the best relationship and a great magic system with an epic adventure, then this is a book for you.” - Mellie's Book Corner; “If you like dragons, aces, and cozy fantasy, The Dragon Next Door is worth checking out. I hope this one finds its audience.” - Alex Brown
October 27, 2025 at 7:13 PM
blainedarden.com
Meet Adri and Sam
Runaway Prince 💙 Single Dad
Quiet, Please 💜 Thrives on Chaos
Sketches Birds 🤎 Paddles Rivers
Tech Mage 🖤 Espresso Wizard

☕ Love is… a flawless espresso shot.
But sometimes, love is… badly charred toast. 🔥🍞

go.blainedarden.com/tech-troubles
Promotional collage for Tech Prince Troubles by Blaine D. Arden features a golden title over a silhouette of two men at sunset. Other panels show a purple-skinned figure with circuit-like markings, a barista using an espresso machine, slices of burnt toast, and a blue circuit board. Overlaid dialogue reads: “You burned toast? Is that an American expression?” “No. I actually burned toast.” “Oh. That’s bad.”
October 25, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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For #AceWeek, 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗦𝗶𝘅 𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗴𝘀 is part of an Ace Pride Bundle of 25 works written by ace authors and/or featuring ace characters. Available over on Itchio for only $25!!

Show your love and grab your bundle here: riyati.ink/ace2025-1

#AceAuthor #QueerAuthor #HowSIxSavedTheFrogs #QueerSFF
Ace Pride Week itch.io bundle 1 Oct 19 - 25 | 25 books for $25! Book covers for the following books are listed top left to bottom right: Enemies to Enemies - Ash Kreider Devil’s Deal - Tessa Hastjarjanto A Spark in Space - Janina Franck Child of the Forest - Audrey Simmons A Dragon’s Treasure - Elis Madsen How Six Saved the Frogs - Blaine D. Arden City of Strife - Claudie Arseneault In Spite of the Inevitable - Morgan Biscup Peace in the Sky - Caye Marsh Bridges of Smoke - Julie March Where We Converge - A. E. Bross Sidetracked - S. K. Kelley Lost Blades - Liz Sauco Claimed by the Undead - C. L. Carhart Pet - H. S. Kallinger Chai and Cat-tales - Lynn Strong The One He Brought Home - Skye Kilean Puppetry - Nina Waters A Life in Too Many Margins - S. E. Thomson Doce Drosera - Anita Merchants of Knowledge and Magic - Erika McCorkle Secondhand Origin Storie - Lee Brontide The Harmony of Falling Snow - Audora Brokaw Riyati Rebirth - Kai Zeal The Whisperer in White - Y. R. Liu All books by ace authors and/or ft. ace characters across a variety of genres! riyati.ink/ace2025-1
October 25, 2025 at 12:12 PM
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Last day of #AsexualAwarenessWeek and you still have a chance to pick up a bundle or two of books written by ace folks, featuring ace characters, or BOTH! Come add some great titles to your library!

Bundle 1: riyati.ink/ace2025-1
Bundle 2: riyati.ink/ace2025-2
Promotional image for Ace Pride Week Bundle #1. All books in this bundle have either a major character that identifies on the ace spectrum, an ace-identifying author, or BOTH! Oct. 19-25, 25 Books, $25.00 Book covers pictured are: Secondhand Origin Stories by LeeBrontide City of Strife by Claudie Arseneault Sidetracked: Part 1 by SK Kelley In Spite of the Inevitable by Morgan Biscup The One He Brought Home by Skye Kilaen Riyati Rebirth by Kai Zeal Lost Blades by Liz Sauco Bridges of Smoke by Jule March The Whisperer in White by Y.R. Liu Where We Converge by A.E. Bross Child of the Forest by Audrey Simmons A Dragon’s Treasure by Elis Madsen Enemies to Enemies by Ash Kreider Chai and Cat-tales by Lynn Strong Puppetry by Nina Waters Devil’s Deal by Tessa Hastjarjanto A Spark in Space by Janina Franck The Harmony of Falling Snow, A Polyamorous Romantasy Novel by Andora Brokaw How Six Saved the Frogs Pet by H.S. Kallinger Merchants of Knowledge and Magic by Shadow Spark Publishing Claimed by the Undead by C.L. Carhart Doce Drosera by Anita Peace in the Sky by William C. Tracy A Life in Too Many Margins by S.E. Thomson Promotional image for Ace Pride Week Bundle #2. All books in this bundle have either a major character that identifies on the ace spectrum, an ace-identifying author, or BOTH! Oct. 19-25, 26 Books, $26.00 Book covers pictured are: Non-Player Character by Veo Corva Journey Home by May Barros Triple Strike: Threads of Fate by G.M. Gray Wherever the Stars Call by S. Jean Yours Celestially by Al Hess The Star-Crossed Empire by Maya Darjani The Audacity 1 by Carmen Loup The Thirteenth Key by Cara Nox In the Eye of the Beholder by Beverly Anne Michel A Designer Magick by Stefanie Carter Bloody Spade by Brittany M. Willows Structural Integrity by Tabitha O'Connell Curse of Souls by Niranjan The Thread That Binds by Cedar McCloud Of Spells and Love by Odessa Silver Courtly Love by T.D. Cloud Song of the Wolf T.C. Smith The Dragon Next Door by Vanessa Ricci-Thode The Grand Duke's Masseur by sbdrag Blood by D.C. Hart Lantern by Burgundy Athena Pendragon Inarora's Excursion by Astrid E. Abell The Blood Divide by Zan Lowell The Towers of Nine by Alyssa Louttit Walking the Knife's Edge by Elise Carlson Junk Junction by William C. Tracy
October 25, 2025 at 9:57 AM