Loren Mayshark
lorenmayshark.bsky.social
Loren Mayshark
@lorenmayshark.bsky.social
Writer
Born on this day in 1913, Albert Camus (1913–1960) was a philosopher and novelist whose works like The Stranger and The Plague explored absurdism and hope. “In the depth of winter, I finally learned that within me there lay an invincible summer.” #AlbertCamus #OTD
November 7, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Born on this day in 1795, John Keats (1795–1821) was a Romantic poet whose works like Ode to a Nightingale celebrate beauty, love, and transience. He died young, but his poetry lives on: “A thing of beauty is a joy forever.” #JohnKeats #OTD #Poetry
October 31, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Born on this day in 1886, Zoë Akins (1886–1958) was a Pulitzer-winning playwright, poet, and screenwriter whose works gave voice to women’s stories with grace and wit. “Change is the only thing that’s eternal.” #ZoeAkins #OTD
October 30, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Born on this day in 1903, Evelyn Waugh (1903–1966) was an English novelist and satirist best known for Brideshead Revisited and Scoop. His sharp wit and elegant prose exposed the absurdities of class and faith in modern life. “Punctuality is the virtue of the bored.” #EvelynWaugh #OTD
October 28, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Born on this day in 1932, Sylvia Plath (1932–1963) was a poet and novelist known for Ariel and The Bell Jar. Her bold, emotional voice transformed modern poetry. “I took a deep breath and listened to the old brag of my heart: I am, I am, I am.” #SylviaPlath #OTD
October 27, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Born on this day in 1923, Denise Levertov (1923–1997) was a poet whose work bridged the spiritual and political. Her poems on faith, nature, and peace—like The Freeing of the Dust—made her one of modern poetry’s most resonant voices. “Peace as a woman, clothed in light.”
#DeniseLevertov #OTD
October 24, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Born on this day in 1929, Ursula K. Le Guin (1929–2018) was a visionary author known for A Wizard of Earthsea and The Left Hand of Darkness. Her works reshaped sci-fi and fantasy with empathy, imagination, and deep human insight.
“To light a candle is to cast a shadow.” #OTD
October 21, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Writing is more than ink on paper — it’s how we make sense of ourselves and the world.

Celebrate #NationalDayOnWriting by putting your thoughts into words today.

Even one sentence can change everything.

#WritersLife #AmWriting #Creativity #WhyIWrite
October 20, 2025 at 11:23 PM
Born on this day in 1854, Oscar Wilde (1854–1900) was an Irish poet, playwright, and master of wit. Known for The Picture of Dorian Gray and The Importance of Being Earnest, he championed beauty, art, and individuality.

“Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.”
#OscarWilde #OTD
October 16, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Born on this day in 1894, E.E. Cummings (1894–1962) was a poet and artist who redefined modern verse with playful language and structure. His works honor individuality, love, and creativity. “It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are.” #EECummings #OTD
October 14, 2025 at 12:58 PM
Born on this day in 1902, Arna Bontemps (1902–1973) was a poet and novelist of the Harlem Renaissance. Through works like God Sends Sunday and Black Thunder, he celebrated Black identity, history, and freedom. #ArnaBontemps #OTD
October 13, 2025 at 12:32 PM
Born on this day in 1895, Caroline Gordon (1895–1981) was an American novelist of the Southern Renaissance. Her works, like None Shall Look Back, reflect the South’s heritage, faith, and modern tensions. #CarolineGordon #OTD
October 6, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Born on this day in 1879, Wallace Stevens (1879–1955) was a modernist poet whose works, like Harmonium, fused imagination with philosophy. By day an insurance executive, he remains one of America’s most profound poetic voices. #WallaceStevens #OTD
October 2, 2025 at 1:40 PM
“What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.”
― Jane Goodall #quote #RIP
October 2, 2025 at 9:28 AM
Born on this day in 1893, Faith Baldwin (1893–1978) was a prolific American novelist of over 100 books. Her stories of love, work, and family gave voice to women’s experiences, making her one of the most popular writers of her generation. #FaithBaldwin #OTD
October 1, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Born on this day in 1924, Truman Capote (1924–1984) was the author of Breakfast at Tiffany’s and In Cold Blood. Known for his wit and flair, he reshaped literature with his elegant prose and pioneering true crime narrative. #TrumanCapote #OTD
September 30, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Born on this day in 1547, Miguel de Cervantes (1547–1616) was the author of Don Quixote, a masterpiece that shaped modern literature. The tale of Quixote and Sancho Panza still inspires readers to dream boldly. #Cervantes #OTD #WorldLiterature
September 29, 2025 at 2:33 PM
🎃 Milan! This Halloween, catch me at WITCH PLEASE – A Spooktacular Comedy Night 🧙‍♀️😂

📍 Slow Mill, Via Volturno 32, Milano
📅 Oct 31 • 8:30 PM CET
🎟️ Tickets 👉 www.eventbrite.it/e/witch-plea...

Lineup: Loren Mayshark, Joe Eagan, Vamshi Damagatla, Ksenia Kolosova & Marco Moretti 🎤

#standupcomedy
September 25, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Born on this day in 1896, F. Scott Fitzgerald (1896–1940) was the chronicler of the Jazz Age, best known for The Great Gatsby. His writing explored ambition, love, and the American Dream’s illusions.

#FScottFitzgerald #OTD #Literature
September 24, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Born on this day in 1883, William Carlos Williams (1883–1963) was a poet-physician who redefined modernist poetry by focusing on ordinary life. His iconic “red wheelbarrow” poem shows how small moments can carry deep meaning. #WilliamCarlosWilliams #OTD #Poetry
September 17, 2025 at 1:50 PM
I’m back on stage this Saturday in #Lund!
After a little time off, I’ll be hosting an incredible line-up of hilarious comedians.

If you’re in the area, join us for a night full of laughs and good vibes!

📍 Lund
📅 Saturday, September 20
🎟️ Tickets available — lund.se/uppleva-och-...

#StandUpComedy
September 16, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Born on this day in 1890, Agatha Christie (1890–1976) was the “Queen of Mystery,” author of Murder on the Orient Express and creator of Poirot & Miss Marple. Her 66 novels have sold over 2 billion copies, making her the best-selling novelist ever. #AgathaChristie #OTD
September 15, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Born on this day in 1955, Geraldine Brooks is a Pulitzer Prize–winning author known for March, People of the Book, and Horse. Her novels turn history into compelling, deeply human stories. #GeraldineBrooks #OTD #Literature
September 14, 2025 at 1:17 PM
Born on this day in 1916, Roald Dahl (1916–1990) was the author of Matilda, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and The BFG. His witty, dark, and magical stories made him one of the most beloved children’s writers of all time. #RoaldDahl #OTD #ChildrensBooks
September 13, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Born on this day in 1885, D.H. Lawrence (1885–1930) was a writer who explored love, freedom, and human nature in novels like Sons and Lovers and Lady Chatterley’s Lover. His fearless portrayals of intimacy often clashed with society but shaped modern literature. #DHLawrence #OTD
September 11, 2025 at 1:45 PM