Cassie/Nova
@cassiehart.bsky.social
Award winning Māori/Pakeha queer writer of speculative fiction, editor, and mentor from Aotearoa New Zealand.
she/they/ia
Kāi Tahu/Kāti Māmoe
she/they/ia
Kāi Tahu/Kāti Māmoe
Omg Santa! Thank you. I will not open until the 17th, as you stated. It smells good! I am so curious.
Thank you!!
#secretsantanz
Thank you!!
#secretsantanz
November 28, 2025 at 5:47 AM
Omg Santa! Thank you. I will not open until the 17th, as you stated. It smells good! I am so curious.
Thank you!!
#secretsantanz
Thank you!!
#secretsantanz
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A new study reveals that gender-affirming care for transgender kids and young adults likely lowers rates of suicidality among those populations. The study found that suicide rates among all the youth who were studied dropped by over 67%.
New Study: Gender-Affirming Care Dramatically Lowers Suicide Risk for Trans Kids
Twenty-seven states in the US ban gender-affirming treatments for trans youth, including hormone therapy.
truthout.org
November 26, 2025 at 6:00 PM
A new study reveals that gender-affirming care for transgender kids and young adults likely lowers rates of suicidality among those populations. The study found that suicide rates among all the youth who were studied dropped by over 67%.
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Compare and contrast with the absolute nothing burger response we got from NZ Labour.
Interviewer: “What do you say to trans kids who are starting their transition?”
Zohran Mamdani: "We're gonna make this a city that doesn't just protect trans kids, but also celebrates and cherishes them."
Zohran Mamdani: "We're gonna make this a city that doesn't just protect trans kids, but also celebrates and cherishes them."
November 26, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Compare and contrast with the absolute nothing burger response we got from NZ Labour.
I'm currently working 32hrs a week (as a casual LOL), and a year ago I'd have thought it impossible. I've regained so much stamina, grown so much, take better care of myself now. It's astounding.
Which is not to say I'm not looking forward to cutting back after this run. I am tired. #chronicillness
Which is not to say I'm not looking forward to cutting back after this run. I am tired. #chronicillness
November 26, 2025 at 7:00 PM
I'm currently working 32hrs a week (as a casual LOL), and a year ago I'd have thought it impossible. I've regained so much stamina, grown so much, take better care of myself now. It's astounding.
Which is not to say I'm not looking forward to cutting back after this run. I am tired. #chronicillness
Which is not to say I'm not looking forward to cutting back after this run. I am tired. #chronicillness
I love cats, but am in my dog era. Harlow is my bestie, soother of my soul, mostly silent companion (though her eyes and paws talk volumes).
Mystical? I love a lot of them. Selkies and kelpies, spirits and gods, vast unknowable beings, monsters in all forms.
Mystical? I love a lot of them. Selkies and kelpies, spirits and gods, vast unknowable beings, monsters in all forms.
A new question for #SecretSantaAoNZ
Are you a cat or dog person? Pandas? Hippos? Dolphins?Dragons? Chimera? Nessie?
Are you a cat or dog person? Pandas? Hippos? Dolphins?Dragons? Chimera? Nessie?
November 26, 2025 at 6:49 PM
I love cats, but am in my dog era. Harlow is my bestie, soother of my soul, mostly silent companion (though her eyes and paws talk volumes).
Mystical? I love a lot of them. Selkies and kelpies, spirits and gods, vast unknowable beings, monsters in all forms.
Mystical? I love a lot of them. Selkies and kelpies, spirits and gods, vast unknowable beings, monsters in all forms.
I'm a real horror girlie (books, movies, shows) - it's my comfort place! This year has been a big K-Pop Demon Hunters one for me (movie and soundtrack), and I am still loving Vukovi, who no one else I know even knows of which is totally fine by me! lol
A new question for today #SecretSantaAoNZ
This one might require a few replies to answer, at least for me.
This one might require a few replies to answer, at least for me.
November 26, 2025 at 6:47 PM
I'm a real horror girlie (books, movies, shows) - it's my comfort place! This year has been a big K-Pop Demon Hunters one for me (movie and soundtrack), and I am still loving Vukovi, who no one else I know even knows of which is totally fine by me! lol
I enjoy gaming, but haven't had much time for it lately. Hoping to finish up some projects so I can dive into the latest expansion of Guild Wars 2 - and then there is the 20yr remaster of the first game to mess around in too!
I've played a bit of everything. Monopoly Deal is a go to in our household. Played D&D. Used to game more SingStar, Assassins Creed, Muppet Race Mania, Burnout, Tekken and more but no time now.
Threes on my phone. I find the merge games far too addictive. I do the NYT things sometimes.
Threes on my phone. I find the merge games far too addictive. I do the NYT things sometimes.
Another day, another chance to learn more about you #SecretSantaAoNZ
November 26, 2025 at 6:45 PM
I enjoy gaming, but haven't had much time for it lately. Hoping to finish up some projects so I can dive into the latest expansion of Guild Wars 2 - and then there is the 20yr remaster of the first game to mess around in too!
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Pre-orders for signed paperback copies of HedgeWitch and Concert & Consequence in paperback go live today too. These will be limited to NZ delivery to begin with. (Exception for overseas friends and whanau who can contact me directly)
GET EXCITED!
jaidedee.com/the-magic-be...
GET EXCITED!
jaidedee.com/the-magic-be...
The Magic Begins! - Jaide Dee
It’s finally time! 2025 has been, well, not the year that most of us were hoping for. But I have […]
jaidedee.com
November 25, 2025 at 2:06 AM
Pre-orders for signed paperback copies of HedgeWitch and Concert & Consequence in paperback go live today too. These will be limited to NZ delivery to begin with. (Exception for overseas friends and whanau who can contact me directly)
GET EXCITED!
jaidedee.com/the-magic-be...
GET EXCITED!
jaidedee.com/the-magic-be...
Who wants it to be 4am already so her dog wakes her up and she can drink chai latte and read her book in silence?
No? Just me?
I guess it's not for everyone!
🤣
No? Just me?
I guess it's not for everyone!
🤣
November 24, 2025 at 8:09 AM
Who wants it to be 4am already so her dog wakes her up and she can drink chai latte and read her book in silence?
No? Just me?
I guess it's not for everyone!
🤣
No? Just me?
I guess it's not for everyone!
🤣
Isn't he cute? So happy with my contribution to the work Christmas display.
November 23, 2025 at 10:26 PM
Isn't he cute? So happy with my contribution to the work Christmas display.
I'm a sensitive b*tch, so I don't wear a lot. I can only do titanium in my ears, and a lot of necklaces/fingers etc irritate me. I mostly stick to my Aotea necklace.
It makes me SAD because there is so much cool stuff around!
It makes me SAD because there is so much cool stuff around!
Going to move this question for #SecretSantaAoNZ forward a few days since it's come up.
What jewellery do you wear? Necklaces? Bracelets? Clip-ons or pierced earrings? Rings? Anklets? Arm bands? Gold? Silver? Pewter? Copper? Or plastic like Hoggle?
What jewellery do you wear? Necklaces? Bracelets? Clip-ons or pierced earrings? Rings? Anklets? Arm bands? Gold? Silver? Pewter? Copper? Or plastic like Hoggle?
November 18, 2025 at 6:52 PM
I'm a sensitive b*tch, so I don't wear a lot. I can only do titanium in my ears, and a lot of necklaces/fingers etc irritate me. I mostly stick to my Aotea necklace.
It makes me SAD because there is so much cool stuff around!
It makes me SAD because there is so much cool stuff around!
Morning pages, and then editing.
#writerlife
#writerlife
November 17, 2025 at 6:14 PM
Morning pages, and then editing.
#writerlife
#writerlife
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Tonight I was delighted to attend the launch of @jackremiel.bsky.social 's second collection of short fiction, The Emotion Dealer & Other Stories. I've already started snacking on these tasty bites! So pleasing and yet tantalizing! What next to find?
November 13, 2025 at 7:55 AM
Tonight I was delighted to attend the launch of @jackremiel.bsky.social 's second collection of short fiction, The Emotion Dealer & Other Stories. I've already started snacking on these tasty bites! So pleasing and yet tantalizing! What next to find?
I'm entering my herbal tea era - hot or warm or cold, I'm just enjoying this. Anyone have particular teapots they love? (Also, been watching those tea bloom videos, so cool!)
November 12, 2025 at 11:48 PM
I'm entering my herbal tea era - hot or warm or cold, I'm just enjoying this. Anyone have particular teapots they love? (Also, been watching those tea bloom videos, so cool!)
I can't have nightshades, which makes me very sad! Nor high histamine foods like avo. I'm allergic to strawberries :(
I love coffee!!! Shortbread. Scorched almonds, etc
I love coffee!!! Shortbread. Scorched almonds, etc
Time for another question #SecretSantaAoNZ
What are your favourite foods? Least favourite? What can't you eat? What are your go to foods FOR MORALE?
Quote or reply with your answers.
What are your favourite foods? Least favourite? What can't you eat? What are your go to foods FOR MORALE?
Quote or reply with your answers.
November 12, 2025 at 11:47 PM
I can't have nightshades, which makes me very sad! Nor high histamine foods like avo. I'm allergic to strawberries :(
I love coffee!!! Shortbread. Scorched almonds, etc
I love coffee!!! Shortbread. Scorched almonds, etc
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A small reminder from your feline friend 🐈⬛🤍
November 10, 2025 at 8:31 PM
A small reminder from your feline friend 🐈⬛🤍
We have my bestie, Harlow, the old lady, Leeloo (both canines. L often gets her head into things...), then three cats, though only one is mine. Luna.
November 11, 2025 at 5:02 PM
We have my bestie, Harlow, the old lady, Leeloo (both canines. L often gets her head into things...), then three cats, though only one is mine. Luna.
This year has kicked my butt quite royally. Total breakdown and rebuild of self (still a work in progress). I am so grateful for all the constants in my life - whanau, friends, coffee, my canine bestie
November 10, 2025 at 11:08 PM
This year has kicked my butt quite royally. Total breakdown and rebuild of self (still a work in progress). I am so grateful for all the constants in my life - whanau, friends, coffee, my canine bestie
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I’ve signed up for the best community event on Bluesky and Mastodon. Do you want to sign up too? #SecretSantaAoNZ
It's beginning to look a bit like Christmas,
With sign up going live!🎶🎵
So here's the Bluesky Secret Santa AoNZ, with some friends from Mastodon along for the ride. We hope you are looking forward to some fun, and that we can bring it to you 🎄
Official hashtag: #SecretSantaAoNZ
App: secretsanta.nz
With sign up going live!🎶🎵
So here's the Bluesky Secret Santa AoNZ, with some friends from Mastodon along for the ride. We hope you are looking forward to some fun, and that we can bring it to you 🎄
Official hashtag: #SecretSantaAoNZ
App: secretsanta.nz
November 9, 2025 at 8:17 PM
I’ve signed up for the best community event on Bluesky and Mastodon. Do you want to sign up too? #SecretSantaAoNZ
omg. I just saw that there is @secretsanta.nz happening! I have missed this so much, so you can be your ass I signed up.
Come and play?
Come and play?
November 9, 2025 at 10:55 PM
omg. I just saw that there is @secretsanta.nz happening! I have missed this so much, so you can be your ass I signed up.
Come and play?
Come and play?
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looking for more music in the reo / would love any album recs that are exclusively (or close to) in te reo maaori / what are ur favs?
June 11, 2025 at 9:19 PM
looking for more music in the reo / would love any album recs that are exclusively (or close to) in te reo maaori / what are ur favs?
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FREE! This weekend on Kindle, 'Crowning of the Sword' a fae romantasy with swords, sorcery and spice.
First in a complete trilogy. Please share!
Download here: www.amazon.com/dp/B0DDHZPB3X
#booksky #fantasyauthor #writing #books #pukapuka #kindle
First in a complete trilogy. Please share!
Download here: www.amazon.com/dp/B0DDHZPB3X
#booksky #fantasyauthor #writing #books #pukapuka #kindle
June 6, 2025 at 11:15 PM
FREE! This weekend on Kindle, 'Crowning of the Sword' a fae romantasy with swords, sorcery and spice.
First in a complete trilogy. Please share!
Download here: www.amazon.com/dp/B0DDHZPB3X
#booksky #fantasyauthor #writing #books #pukapuka #kindle
First in a complete trilogy. Please share!
Download here: www.amazon.com/dp/B0DDHZPB3X
#booksky #fantasyauthor #writing #books #pukapuka #kindle
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#Doom: The Dark Ages is a game that asks, “What if Doom Slayer had feelings… and a flail?”
It’s smarter Doom, with full armour for the princess and shirtless dad energy.
Read/watch/listen: rollfornarrative.parrydox.com/p/why-you-li...
#DoomTheDarkAges #GameReview #StorytellingInGames
It’s smarter Doom, with full armour for the princess and shirtless dad energy.
Read/watch/listen: rollfornarrative.parrydox.com/p/why-you-li...
#DoomTheDarkAges #GameReview #StorytellingInGames
May 21, 2025 at 1:11 AM
#Doom: The Dark Ages is a game that asks, “What if Doom Slayer had feelings… and a flail?”
It’s smarter Doom, with full armour for the princess and shirtless dad energy.
Read/watch/listen: rollfornarrative.parrydox.com/p/why-you-li...
#DoomTheDarkAges #GameReview #StorytellingInGames
It’s smarter Doom, with full armour for the princess and shirtless dad energy.
Read/watch/listen: rollfornarrative.parrydox.com/p/why-you-li...
#DoomTheDarkAges #GameReview #StorytellingInGames
I'm so excited that In the Spirit audiobook has officially released! So grateful to Podium for picking this up - AND we have an NZ narrator.
www.audible.com/pd/In-the-Sp...
www.audible.com/pd/In-the-Sp...
In the Spirit
Check out this great listen on Audible.com. When Alyssa inherits her late grandmother's house in the quiet town of Kotahi Bay, she hopes for a fresh start. But as she settles into her new home, Alyssa...
www.audible.com
April 30, 2025 at 8:48 PM
I'm so excited that In the Spirit audiobook has officially released! So grateful to Podium for picking this up - AND we have an NZ narrator.
www.audible.com/pd/In-the-Sp...
www.audible.com/pd/In-the-Sp...
In or near Hamilton tomorrow? Head to Ages of Pages, a free to enter book fair! I'll be there with my books and copies of Death in the Mouth as well.
April 24, 2025 at 6:42 PM
In or near Hamilton tomorrow? Head to Ages of Pages, a free to enter book fair! I'll be there with my books and copies of Death in the Mouth as well.