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Chris Parker @chrisparkerwriter.bsky.social · 3d

I've had this only one day and I'm halfway through. But it's so brilliant, I want it to last. @fitzcarraldoeds.bsky.social translated by Natasha Wimmer

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Chris Parker @chrisparkerwriter.bsky.social · 3d

Can't wait to read this!

Chris Parker @chrisparkerwriter.bsky.social · 6d

Exciting bookpost! Thanks @prototypepubs.bsky.social

Chris Parker @chrisparkerwriter.bsky.social · 8d

I can't wait to get my hands on this novel!

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European Writers Salon @saloneurope.bsky.social · 16d

ICYMI, our newsletter of opportunities for writers across Europe came out over the weekend, featuring:
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@artscouncilengland.bsky.social
@mslexia.bsky.social
@theberlinreview.bsky.social
@fahmidangroup.bsky.social
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European Writers Salon @saloneurope.bsky.social · 18d

Autumn weather is the perfect opportunity to cosy up in your home and write that novel you've been dreaming of all summer🍃

To help you get there, our Opportunities Newsletter just landed—chock-full of residencies, contests, grants & everything else you need to meet, learn and be inspired💫

Autumn Opportunities for Writers in Europe

Festivals, retreats, contests, online and in-person—come get inspired!

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Rose Ruane @regretteruane.bsky.social · 21d

Found a bonus Puffin Post in a pile of papers I was tidying away.
An almost wistful melancholy quality to this one, Jill McDonald having rendered every little detail beautifully as usual, that perfect skyline darkening under dusk, the aeroplane almost exiting the frame

Cover of a puffin post magazine featuring a gorgeous colourful illustration of two cartoon puffins with the years 1971 and 1972 emblazoned in pale pink on their tummies hovering above a shadowy city skyline with a blazing pink yellow and orange dusk behind them, about all this the words puffin post in white hand lettering

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Chris Parker @chrisparkerwriter.bsky.social · Jul 1

Sounds brilliant, can't wait to read this!

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Chris Parker @chrisparkerwriter.bsky.social · May 23

Massive congratulations Stu! Cannot wait to read!

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The Madrid Review @madridlitmag.bsky.social · May 23

¡La semana que viene! What a line up at @mendezlibreria.bsky.social for Madrid's Feria del Libro! @carlosdelamor.bsky.social @daviduclescritor.bsky.social @rosamontero.es y mas #firmas #firmando #booksigning #bookfair

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Chris Parker @chrisparkerwriter.bsky.social · May 14

Congratulations Andrew!

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Chris Parker @chrisparkerwriter.bsky.social · May 4

Also I love the raw early version of "Lust to Love" that's on the Rules of Attraction soundtrack... had forgotten that until now

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Chris Parker @chrisparkerwriter.bsky.social · May 4

How Much More, Lust to Love... total bangers!

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Chris Parker @chrisparkerwriter.bsky.social · May 1

Felicidades!

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Chris Parker @chrisparkerwriter.bsky.social · May 1

Looks great, can't wait to read it. Felicitated a todos!

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Chris Parker @chrisparkerwriter.bsky.social · Mar 12

Can't wait for this, @giselleleeb.bsky.social !

Giselle Leeb @giselleleeb.bsky.social · Mar 11

States of Independence, wkend of 22 March 25, celebrating small publishers! I'm there with @chrisparkerwriter.bsky.social selling our @saltpublishing.com books & @meganjstaylor.bsky.social's new @bloodhoundbooks.bsky.social novel. I'm taking a workshop on the uncanny. Info: tinyurl.com/3vr4d7ua 😀

States of Independence 2025 – Leicester Centre for Creative Writing

States of Independence is an annual one-day festival that celebrates indie publishing. Now in its 15th year, States 24 will be hosted by the Leicester Centre for Creative Writing at DMU and our…

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Chris Parker @chrisparkerwriter.bsky.social · Mar 5

Massive congratulations!!

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Salt Books @saltpublishing.com · Feb 25

March's titles have been released early – discover Meike Ziervogel's new novel set in one of the world's oldest refugee camps in Lebanon, read Paul McVeigh's previously broadcast Belfast stories, I Hear You, and step fearfully into the new collection of weird tales from Will Wiles.

Beautiful Books You Won’t Forget | Salt Publishing

Welcome to Salt, one of the UK’s great independent publishing houses. Since our founding in 1999, we have published some of the world’s foremost writers.

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Chris Parker @chrisparkerwriter.bsky.social · Feb 22

Wishing you a very happy birthday, Polis!

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Kit de Waal @kitdewaal.com · Feb 2

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Sídhe Press @sidhepress.bsky.social · Feb 2

We`re opening submissions for our new anthology 17th February! Very happy to work with my magic co-editor @suefinch.bsky.social again.💚We will announce the theme a day before. Looking forward to reading your work. #Poetry #PoetryCommunity #Anthology Photo by Noah Usry, Unsplash

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Salt Books @saltpublishing.com · Jan 30

Last full day of our AMAZING WINTER SALE! Discover ghost stories, horror, writers' guides, thrillers, sci-fi and fantasy, literary fiction, memoirs, political commentary, poetry and short stories – at prices starting from £1.99. 😮 #BookSky

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Special prices on selected titles while stocks last. Grab your next great read today. From children’s books to memoirs, novels to poetry, short stories to writers’ guides – there are superb books on o...

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Chris Parker @chrisparkerwriter.bsky.social · Jan 30

Fantastic news, big congratulations Stu!!

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Chris Parker @chrisparkerwriter.bsky.social · Jan 21

I'm thrilled to see Sofi and Luka make the big hop into Spanish! Thanks so much to translator Maria Martin Schcolnik, Grupo SM in Madrid and @magiccatpublishing.bsky.social !

Chris Parker @chrisparkerwriter.bsky.social · Jan 13

Super exciting book Post from @kerryhp.bsky.social and @saltpublishing.com

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Salt Books @saltpublishing.com · Jan 9

Major news from Salt – Michael Arditti joins the list in a two book deal.

Two Michael Arditti titles for Salt

Arditti is 'delighted' to return to independent publishing, calling it 'the cornerstone of my career'

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Salt Books @saltpublishing.com · Jan 8

Come and explore our new website – with features, books, guides to staff and services, plus advice, links, mailing lists and so much more. Our winter sale is on now and you can collect reward points on all purchases.
www.saltpublishing.com
Beautiful books you won’t forget

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