Polenth Blake
@polenth.bsky.social
Fantasy and science fiction writer/artist with a tendency towards ecology and quietly strange things. Keeper of invertebrates and fish. Enjoys walking simulators and Second Life. Multiply marginalised.
Website: http://www.polenthblake.com
Website: http://www.polenthblake.com
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Polenth Blake
@polenth.bsky.social
· Jun 1
WERECOCKROACH has an aroace agender lead, aliens and gentle vibes. Friendship focused.
www.polenthblake.com/words/cockro...
EVERYDAY ALIENS is a flash fiction collection about weird aliens. Often experimental.
www.polenthblake.com/words/aliens...
#PrideBookFair #QueerBookSky #BookSky #Pride
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EVERYDAY ALIENS is a flash fiction collection about weird aliens. Often experimental.
www.polenthblake.com/words/aliens...
#PrideBookFair #QueerBookSky #BookSky #Pride
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hey what's an aro or ace SFF book you really loved this year? Tell me what you loved most about it! I especially want to hear about your indie favs, or books by non white authors <3
November 18, 2025 at 5:11 PM
hey what's an aro or ace SFF book you really loved this year? Tell me what you loved most about it! I especially want to hear about your indie favs, or books by non white authors <3
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It's true! Nightmare Magazine will open to subs in January! Check out the schedule below for dates & times; read the guidelines for more specifics.
And yes, as ever, each writer can make one submission to each category: short story, flash, poetry, CNF.
adamant.moksha.io/publication/...
And yes, as ever, each writer can make one submission to each category: short story, flash, poetry, CNF.
adamant.moksha.io/publication/...
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November 18, 2025 at 4:59 PM
It's true! Nightmare Magazine will open to subs in January! Check out the schedule below for dates & times; read the guidelines for more specifics.
And yes, as ever, each writer can make one submission to each category: short story, flash, poetry, CNF.
adamant.moksha.io/publication/...
And yes, as ever, each writer can make one submission to each category: short story, flash, poetry, CNF.
adamant.moksha.io/publication/...
It's dropped to 15C inside for the first time this year (for me at the computer, my animals have their heating as usual).
November 18, 2025 at 5:43 AM
It's dropped to 15C inside for the first time this year (for me at the computer, my animals have their heating as usual).
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She’s skeptical about the julbock
November 15, 2025 at 10:24 PM
She’s skeptical about the julbock
People are doing their end-of-year roundups very early! I don't have a blog for an extended version now, but I'll summarise the year in December.
November 15, 2025 at 10:43 PM
People are doing their end-of-year roundups very early! I don't have a blog for an extended version now, but I'll summarise the year in December.
Just got an advert on YouTube promoting advertising on TikTok. I wonder if TikTok has adverts from YouTube.
November 15, 2025 at 6:26 AM
Just got an advert on YouTube promoting advertising on TikTok. I wonder if TikTok has adverts from YouTube.
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![4-panel vertical comic. (1) 100 Years Ago [two people standing next to bicycle with small car nearby] PERSON 1: It’s too dangerous riding a bike with these cars around. I should get a car, too. (2) 50 Years Ago [two people between smaller car and bigger car] PERSON 2 with short hair: Small cars are less safe in collisions with larger vehicles, so I should get a bigger one. (3) Today [two people between big car and even bigger car] PERSON 1: Everyone has huge SUVs now. If I don’t get the biggest one, I’m putting my family at risk. (4) Soon [two people next to large armored car with spiked clubs attached] PERSON 2: If I don’t install more whirling spike clubs, I’ll be destroyed by all the other drivers who...](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:cz73r7iyiqn26upot4jtjdhk/bafkreiby6can6k76yzfmv2czxs4pu2l7zie7bqbrpswi7h3ifmiadkuqvu@jpeg)
I've had my flu jab, so that's a wrap on medical stuff for this year (I hope). I also got a cuddly candycane whilst I was there, which is much nicer.
November 14, 2025 at 8:07 PM
I've had my flu jab, so that's a wrap on medical stuff for this year (I hope). I also got a cuddly candycane whilst I was there, which is much nicer.
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I talk about 🌈📚 Everyday Aliens by @polenth.bsky.social on Tumblr: www.tumblr.com/profiterole-...
or on Dreamwidth: profiterole-reads.dreamwidth.org/144253.html
or on Dreamwidth: profiterole-reads.dreamwidth.org/144253.html
November 11, 2025 at 4:39 PM
I talk about 🌈📚 Everyday Aliens by @polenth.bsky.social on Tumblr: www.tumblr.com/profiterole-...
or on Dreamwidth: profiterole-reads.dreamwidth.org/144253.html
or on Dreamwidth: profiterole-reads.dreamwidth.org/144253.html
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Kobo is doing a 30 day free trial promotion for their Kindle Unlimited competitor service Kobo Plus for new subscribers (not sure if this is US only), if you like queer indie books, small press SFF, and backlist SFF from large publishers there's a lot to choose from on this service that's not on KU!
Rakuten Kobo
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November 11, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Kobo is doing a 30 day free trial promotion for their Kindle Unlimited competitor service Kobo Plus for new subscribers (not sure if this is US only), if you like queer indie books, small press SFF, and backlist SFF from large publishers there's a lot to choose from on this service that's not on KU!
Edited a couple of chapters and have a rough version of the next video, so I'm getting stuff done.
November 10, 2025 at 6:26 AM
Edited a couple of chapters and have a rough version of the next video, so I'm getting stuff done.
I did some filming and it actually went pretty smoothly. I didn't have to constantly redo stuff. Time for a break and food.
November 9, 2025 at 4:39 AM
I did some filming and it actually went pretty smoothly. I didn't have to constantly redo stuff. Time for a break and food.
I've hit 100 subscribers on YouTube! It's nice to see things moving again. www.youtube.com/@Polenth
November 7, 2025 at 6:38 AM
I've hit 100 subscribers on YouTube! It's nice to see things moving again. www.youtube.com/@Polenth
Working on Werecockroach sequel edits again. I took a bit of a break, as I decided to aim for a next year release. Gives me more time to think about some of the stuff.
November 7, 2025 at 1:26 AM
Working on Werecockroach sequel edits again. I took a bit of a break, as I decided to aim for a next year release. Gives me more time to think about some of the stuff.
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Took the cats out for a walk with my brother and accidentally created a 90s Britpop album cover
November 5, 2025 at 11:56 AM
Took the cats out for a walk with my brother and accidentally created a 90s Britpop album cover
I've booked all the grocery delivery slots for the rest of the year. Last thing left is booking a flu jab and then I can focus on other stuff for a bit.
November 5, 2025 at 2:57 AM
I've booked all the grocery delivery slots for the rest of the year. Last thing left is booking a flu jab and then I can focus on other stuff for a bit.
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I have a book launch today, and because I like making lists of books and talking about other people's books, here are some OTHER book launches now and coming up!
Threading~
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Threading~
📚😍📚
November 4, 2025 at 2:27 PM
I have a book launch today, and because I like making lists of books and talking about other people's books, here are some OTHER book launches now and coming up!
Threading~
📚😍📚
Threading~
📚😍📚
I have a new ASMR video with Hallowe'en decorations! No talking, only sounds. No skulls were harmed for this video. www.youtube.com/watch?v=TRTS...
Halloween Decorations ASMR
YouTube video by Polenth Blake
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November 3, 2025 at 9:42 PM
I have a new ASMR video with Hallowe'en decorations! No talking, only sounds. No skulls were harmed for this video. www.youtube.com/watch?v=TRTS...
It's been a busy time with Hallowe'en. We had a meal, carved a pumpkin, and watched the new Superman (which is much more classic superhero stuff than previous attempts).
November 2, 2025 at 10:08 PM
It's been a busy time with Hallowe'en. We had a meal, carved a pumpkin, and watched the new Superman (which is much more classic superhero stuff than previous attempts).
I got my covid booster. Less metal taste this time, more joint issues. I'm editing a video and not doing much else.
October 31, 2025 at 1:34 AM
I got my covid booster. Less metal taste this time, more joint issues. I'm editing a video and not doing much else.
I watched the new Fantastic 4 and enjoyed it, even if there was no "to me my board" going on. There was some space surfing though.
October 27, 2025 at 12:45 AM
I watched the new Fantastic 4 and enjoyed it, even if there was no "to me my board" going on. There was some space surfing though.
I tried a cheesecake kit today, which turned out fine. I often have butter left after baking (as I only really use it for baking) so these kits could be an easy way to use it up. This seems like a good excuse for a cheesecake anyway.
October 26, 2025 at 2:16 AM
I tried a cheesecake kit today, which turned out fine. I often have butter left after baking (as I only really use it for baking) so these kits could be an easy way to use it up. This seems like a good excuse for a cheesecake anyway.
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Remember that marker drawing of the cockroach coat of arms I did earlier this year? It was awful. Anyway I redid it as a collage using junk mail, old craft paper, fabric, and paint. And duct tape for the order name. I'm quite proud of it actually! I'm even gonna tag it #art and #insects
October 26, 2025 at 1:39 AM
In other news, family got me a UV torch and I'm testing all the things to see what glows.
October 20, 2025 at 9:43 PM
In other news, family got me a UV torch and I'm testing all the things to see what glows.
It's #AceWeek and I'm aroace and write quietly strange speculative fiction! The most obviously asexual one is Werecockroach, featuring an aroace lead. The focus is on friendship/found family rather than romance. www.polenthblake.com/words/cockro...
Polenth's Nothing: Words: Books: Werecockroach
Werecockroach - A science fantasy novella by Polenth Blake.
www.polenthblake.com
October 20, 2025 at 9:04 PM
It's #AceWeek and I'm aroace and write quietly strange speculative fiction! The most obviously asexual one is Werecockroach, featuring an aroace lead. The focus is on friendship/found family rather than romance. www.polenthblake.com/words/cockro...