Lightnews — Scholar-powered news

Kwame Mbalia

@kwamembalia.bsky.social

5.7K followers 66 following 230 posts

Husband, father, writer, Publisher w/ FREEDOM FIRE.

Posts Media Videos Starter Packs

Pinned

Kwame Mbalia @kwamembalia.bsky.social · Nov 13

Alright, let’s start over. My name is Kwame Mbalia. I write. I publish(!!!!). I also tell amazing puns.

6 8 59

Kwame Mbalia @kwamembalia.bsky.social · 1d

Naps for the people. Also my new book is out today. Both are important to me 😌.

1 10

Reposted by Kwame Mbalia

Ruth @teapotrabbit.bsky.social · 2d

I’m excited! Son and I need to finish our current book quick so I can start reading this one to him 😁

Kwame Mbalia @kwamembalia.bsky.social · 2d

One more day.

1 4

Kwame Mbalia @kwamembalia.bsky.social · 2d

One more day.

Reposted by Kwame Mbalia

Michael Siglain @msiglain.bsky.social · 4d

Lucasfilm Publishing returns to NYCC one week from today w/ all-star authors @kristinbaver.bsky.social, @adamchristopher.me, @marcguggenheim.bsky.social, @kwamembalia.bsky.social, @ethansacks.bsky.social, & @charlessoule.bsky.social, moderated by the great @jenheddle.bsky.social. See you there!

7 29 120

Reposted by Kwame Mbalia

Jen @popgoesthereader.bsky.social · 8d

🌟 Not sure what to read next? This list of 70 exciting new young adult books being published in October 2025 might be a great place to start! 🌟
popgoesthereader.com/hot-off-the-... #BookSky #YALit #KidLit

Ten book covers of young adult books being published in October 2025. Books featured include The Leaving Room, The Dysfunctional Family's Guide To Murder, Mint To Be, The Siren and The Star, No Charm Done, The Devouring Light, The Library of Lost Girls, A Curious Kind of Magic, And The River Drags Her Down and Zodiac Legacy.

4 5 7

Kwame Mbalia @kwamembalia.bsky.social · 7d

Ordered some art prints, courtesy of Setor Fiadzigbey, for Jax Freeman and the Tournament of Spirits. One week until this book is out!

Kwame Mbalia @kwamembalia.bsky.social · 16d

He’s trying his best.

2 11

Kwame Mbalia @kwamembalia.bsky.social · 22d

open.substack.com/pub/kwamemba...

Black by Popular Demand

Mysteries are the mood...

open.substack.com

Kwame Mbalia @kwamembalia.bsky.social · 28d

Authors give advice on being authors and writing in general.

Kwame Mbalia @kwamembalia.bsky.social · Aug 30

Had to jump on the trend. Freedom Fire teamed up with @bookmarksnc.bsky.social to visit schools, host educators, and shout about books. Big thanks to Bookmarks, @jtewwrites.bsky.social, Leah Johnson, and Freedom Fire Books for a fantastic day celebrating reading.

1 6

Kwame Mbalia @kwamembalia.bsky.social · Aug 18

Accurate.

Reposted by Kwame Mbalia

DJW 🎨 🔞 @djwaglmuffin.bsky.social · Aug 18

It's a little like this but, yes.

a cartoon shows a man standing in front of a h2 and o tank

ALT: a cartoon shows a man standing in front of a h2 and o tank

media.tenor.com

1 1 1

Kwame Mbalia @kwamembalia.bsky.social · Aug 18

Anybody writing today?

Writing Nigel GIF

ALT: Writing Nigel GIF

media.tenor.com

1 5

Reposted by Kwame Mbalia

Kelly Starling Lyons @kelstarly.bsky.social · Aug 14

Join @kwamembalia.bsky.social and me @quailridgebooks.bsky.social on Sunday at 2 p.m. for superhero fun. Get ready for stories, crafts and snacks. All we need is you. Hope to see you there.

Details here: quailridgebooks.com/event/kellys...

1 4

Kwame Mbalia @kwamembalia.bsky.social · Aug 8

Choose your donut

SUNNY: Sunny keeps it real by keeping it simple. With an iconic cheery smile, Sunny is a ray of sunshine that will brighten up your day.

MARBLES: Marbles is the iconic class clown-guaranteed to make you laugh! Faves include: Silly puns and funny movies. You'll know it's Marbles when you see that classic laughing face.

SPARKY: Nobody makes ordinary days special like Sparky!
Every day is a chance to run around, have fun, and enjoy an adventure. Of course, Sparky's eyes have an extra glow.

HONEY: Honey is here to love— everyone, everything.
Honey's mission is to spread positive energy!

RILEY: Riley is a happy-go-lucky creature at heart.
Riley is always chill and wearing the best shades, no matter the time or place!

1 7

Kwame Mbalia @kwamembalia.bsky.social · Aug 4

You want to read JAX FREEMAN AND THE TOURNAMENT OF SPIRITS…

1 2 6

Kwame Mbalia @kwamembalia.bsky.social · Aug 4

I’M READY TOO

Kwame Mbalia @kwamembalia.bsky.social · Jul 15

New BBPD newsletter arriving in ten minutes. Subscribe or face a healthy amount of side-eye...

open.substack.com/pub/kwamemba...

Black by Popular Demand

In the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's...Super Goat Girl!

open.substack.com

Kwame Mbalia @kwamembalia.bsky.social · Jul 15

Did my writing for the day...time to browse my recommended Crunchyroll queue

Reposted by Kwame Mbalia

Wendy Xu @wendyxu.bsky.social · Jul 14

hi! stuff is kind of tight right now so plugging my shop again if you need brushes for procreate or want to read some short comics... tips in the tip jar always welcome too.

ko-fi.com/artofwendyxu...

Visit Wendy's Shop!

I've opened a shop. Come take a look!

ko-fi.com

47 43

Kwame Mbalia @kwamembalia.bsky.social · Jul 10

STOP TELLING YOUR EMAIL WHERE I AM

Kwame Mbalia @kwamembalia.bsky.social · Jul 10

Another day spent hiding as your email tries to find me

1 1 14

Reposted by Kwame Mbalia

Mur Lafferty @mightymur.bsky.social · Jul 3

Wanna know who else is back? Tina. Only now she’s a queen.

Pink illustration with Infinite archive book cover, Mallory is back, now available at murverse.com (and book stores!)

3 9 52

Reposted by Kwame Mbalia

Stephanie Williams @stephwilliams.bsky.social · Jul 2

The Kickstarter for Midnight Mystics is still going and we could really use your help! Sharing is caring. Donations are more than welcome! www.kickstarter.com/projects/844...

11 5

Reposted by Kwame Mbalia

Rebekah Weatherspoon @rdotspoon.bsky.social · Jul 2

It's up and I'm terrified. Enjoy! 🖤🐍💧
www.patreon.com/posts/last-d...

white text on a black background
The Last Drop
N - snake graphic - E
Chapter One
Patreon.com/rebekahweatherspoon

5 11