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Alie Dumas-Heidt, Author
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Author of the new detective novel, The Myth Maker, due out from Crooked Lane Books July 8, 2025. New tea drinker that still misses coffee. Wife, mom, dog mom, forest dweller. Forever Ally. Short but fierce. www.aliedh.com, aliedh.substack.com
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Alie Dumas-Heidt, Author @aliedh.bsky.social · Jun 28
The release day countdown has begun! You can follow the countdown for THE MYTH MAKER at www.aliedh.com!
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Blurry image of a city street at night in the rain with a book and a phone with ear buds in front, both show the cover for the novel THE MYTH MAKER by Alie Dumas-Heidt. The book cover shows a stone bust of a Greek goddess with red showing through cracks in her throat and cheek. Text from top to bottom reads: Detective Cassidy Cantwell is on the hunt for two killers - one currently stalking her city, the other from her past. Find out more @ aliedh.com! "Perfect for fans of Greek mythology." - Library Journal Out July 8! "A razor-sharp thriller that proves ancient myths still have teeth. In Dumas-Heidt's hands, Greek tragedy becomes something fresh, modern, and murderously good." - Reader review
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Library events, reading lists, and podcasts, oh my!
#booksky #writingcommunity #writingpodcasts
Pens and glasses rest on the stacked pages of a typed manuscript with notes scribbled in the margins. Black background with pink neon text at top that reads: Up First. White text in center reads: Excited to announce I will be participating with other PNW crime fiction writers at two library events in March! March 7 in Tacoma & March 22 on Vashon! More details to follow! Black background with pink neon text at the top reads: Up Next. White text in the middle reads: My upcoming podcast - The Writer's Journey - will start recording soon for Authors on the Air Global Radio Network! I've already received some great reads, and I'll be starting with author, Alex Kenna, and her book Burn This Night! Find out more about Alex at alexkenna.com!
January 13, 2026 at 11:47 PM
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Leading with the word count and ending with "Here's a transcript of their conversation" tells me how much substance exists in those 23,000 words.

4 reporters with a sitting president for 2 hrs and not a single comment or topic they wanted to highlight? I'll get right to reading this masterpiece.
Headline from the New York Times above a photo of Trump and others in a meeting reads: "Two Hours, Scores of Questions, 23,000 Words: Our Interview With President Trump." Small print reads: Four New York Times reporters pressed Mr. Trump about a range of topics in a nearly two-hour interview. Here is a transcript of their conversation.
January 12, 2026 at 1:56 PM
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I don't know how to make any of this make sense anymore.
Social media post by Brian Tyler Cohen, quoting @socialistMMA. The quote in white and orange text on a black background reads: Right wingers: "Nicolas Maduro is a tyrant who murders his own people" Also right wingers: "Federal law enforcement has the right to kill any American who disobey orders"
January 8, 2026 at 8:55 PM
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Renee Nicole Good. Murdered 1/7/26 by her government's goon squad.

Say her name.
Photo of murder victim, Renee Nicole Good, standing on a beach in a red top with a cloudy sky behind her.
January 8, 2026 at 12:13 AM
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In honor of the officers who defended the Capitol 5 years ago today from an attack instigated by our current ruler, here's a photo of the plaque Republicans in congress still refuse to hang to commemorate their bravery and sacrifice.
Photo of bronze plaque with a statement about the officers who defended the Capitol over a raised image of the Capitol.
January 6, 2026 at 12:33 PM
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Feeling stormy...
#PNW #pugetsound
Madrona tree mixed in with several pine trees and heavy clouds and fog covering the view of the Olympic Mountains in the background.
January 6, 2026 at 12:53 AM
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Three days in and I am already so fucking tired...
January 3, 2026 at 10:01 PM
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Congrats to today's winners! Both will receive a signed copy of THE MYTH MAKER, 2nd place winner in the detective thriller/police procedural category at BookFest Fall 2025! Learn more at aliedh.com!

A safe and peaceful new year, everyone!
Screenshot showing the names of 2 winners in a book giveaway. Names are: reads_w_el and jnicole0618
December 31, 2025 at 11:48 PM
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Anyone else going to Left Coast Crime in February?? 👀
#writingcommunity #booksky #leftcoastcrime2026
Orange and blue graphic of the Golden Gate Bridge. White and orange text under the bridge graphic reads: San Francisco Schemin' LEFT COAST CRIME 2026
December 30, 2025 at 8:24 PM
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It's Giveaway time! Winners announced 12/31 at 3pm PT! Find out more about the award-winning novel, The Myth Maker at aliedh.com.com!
#booksky #writingcommunity #bookgiveaway
Gold text on a white background with Holly boughs as a border. Text reads: HAPPY HOLIDAY GIVEAWAY! LIKE THIS POST TO BE ENTERED TO WIN A SIGNED COPY OF THE AWARD-WINNING NOVEL, THE MYTH MAKER! DRAWING EXTENDED TO DECEMBER 31ST! Under text is a small image of the book cover for The Myth Maker and a silver BookFest award metal image to the left of the book.
December 29, 2025 at 9:18 PM
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Wishing you all a happy holiday season and peaceful new year.

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The Jolly Secret
A lasting holiday agreement
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December 23, 2025 at 1:11 AM
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Caption this photo of Astrid and Torvi's holiday haircuts to be entered to win 1 of 2 signed copies of my award-winning novel The Myth Maker!
Drawing on 12/26!
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Photo of a white and grey doodle laying on a red rug under a xmas tree, with a black and white doodle sitting next to her, with a copy of The novel The Myth Maker. Words at the top read: Caption US to Win a Signed Copy of THE MYTH MAKER! Words in green ornament in top left corner reads: Drawing Boxing Day, 12/26!
December 19, 2025 at 1:35 AM
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This was a fun project!
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#crimefiction
December 17, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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Giving away 2 copies of my award-winning novel, The Myth Maker! Details drop tomorrow across all my socials!
Green text on a darker green background reads: I will be announcing a holiday giveaway tomorrow! TWO WINNERS will receive signed copies of THE MYTH MAKER!
December 16, 2025 at 9:51 PM
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Our country has reached the point where students survive a mass shooting in high school just to experience it again at university.

How are we not ashamed?
December 14, 2025 at 11:06 PM
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There will never be a day I pass by Clue on the channel guide and don't stop. Absolutely my favorite comedy movie and the cast is unmatched.
December 14, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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Flying home after saying goodbye to a dear friend and a few days of a bittersweet family visit. An evening with my nephew always brightens my heart.
Photo by Alie Dumas-Heidt shows her nephew, age 10, standing at the foot of a large xmas tree of lights on display. The boy is only visible from behind and shows the scale of the light tree.
December 12, 2025 at 8:20 PM
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I never know what to wear when dressing for a funeral.
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Dressing for a Funeral
I purged my closet this summer.
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December 9, 2025 at 7:20 AM
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I lost a dear friend this week. She was a tender heart and a fierce light, all at the same time. Hug all your loved ones, Peeps. 🍅
December 5, 2025 at 8:39 PM
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My WIP: What are you up to, Alie?

Me: I've got the most awesome island going on ACNH, getting ready for my upgrade.

#writingcommunity #iamwriting #acnh
December 3, 2025 at 5:36 PM
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21 years together, married 19 today. I walked down the aisle to Pretty Donna by Collective Soul, and to Rich's surprise, I didn't cry once during our ceremony even though he's seen me cry over commercials. I don't know how I got so lucky but finding this guy changed my whole world.
Photo from behind shows Alie Dumas-Heidt wearing an orange hat, sitting on a bench with her husband Rich, looking at a sailboat on Puget Sound.
December 2, 2025 at 7:03 PM
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I left the house wearing what I call "real pants" instead of the sweats I'm usually in at home. I changed when I got home and tossed my pants on the bed. Torvi pulled them off, shook them like a rag doll then walked away. I think she was mad I left without her but I also think she blames the pants!
Black and white doodle laying on a bright knit blanket on a grey couch
December 1, 2025 at 7:54 PM
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Some good news for those who had work stolen.

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OpenAI Loses Key Discovery Battle as It Cedes Ground to Authors in AI Lawsuits
The issue has been a major battleground in discovery. OpenAI could be on the hook for hundreds of millions, if not billions, of dollars if it was aware it was infringing on copyrighted material.
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November 29, 2025 at 3:45 PM
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Both of tonight's winners for the signed copies of The Myth Maker follow me on Instagram, but watch out for next month's giveaway!
November 29, 2025 at 1:54 AM
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Enjoy your day, Peeps, however you choose to celebrate, and don't forget to check out my Giveaway post! Winners announced tomorrow! #booksky #writingcommunity
A small turtle biting into a giant mound of mashed potatoes. White text reads: ERMAHGERD MERSHED PERDERDERS
November 27, 2025 at 7:05 PM