Anna ZenKen Stephens
@annasmithwrites.bsky.social
Godblind, Songs of the Drowned trilogies, also Black Library, Marvel.
Runs Magic & Mayhem Author Academy.
1/3 of The Write Advice.
Rep @harryillingworth.bsky.social
Zen, Shotokan, DnD, antifa, anti-AI, #WorkingClass.
She/They
https://linktr.ee/AnnaStephens
Runs Magic & Mayhem Author Academy.
1/3 of The Write Advice.
Rep @harryillingworth.bsky.social
Zen, Shotokan, DnD, antifa, anti-AI, #WorkingClass.
She/They
https://linktr.ee/AnnaStephens
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Need some epic fantasy in your life? Some no-holds-barred action, big battles, with a couple of mad gods and megalomaniac humans thrown in the mix? Need some book buying ideas for family and friends?
Allow me to introduce you to the Godblind trilogy. Definitely #notromantasy
Allow me to introduce you to the Godblind trilogy. Definitely #notromantasy
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RT if you've never had a tab of ChatGPT open 'just to do quick research'
![You’ve got super fans pausing and zooming in on individuals frames of your documentary. One allegedly shows one of the Duffers with a ChatGPT tab open on their computer. In your presence, what did they use ChatGPT for?
I mean, are we even sure they had ChatGPT open?
I’m personally not, but the internet seems sure.
Well, there’s a lot of chatter where [social media users] are like, “We don’t really know, but we’re assuming.” But to me it’s like, doesn’t everybody have it open, to just do quick research?
I do.
How can you possibly write a storyline with 19 characters and use ChatGPT, I don’t even understand.](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:7t2urmt3i33jl6tjgiolio6g/bafkreidw2tmcr2ayq74oqmjm5pn2tdox6hlxnpqevhuqqj6oa7nsslx3oi@jpeg)
January 13, 2026 at 8:45 PM
RT if you've never had a tab of ChatGPT open 'just to do quick research'
Hell of a sky this morning.
January 14, 2026 at 8:43 AM
Hell of a sky this morning.
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Warhammer maker Games Workshop has banned the use of AI in its content production and its design process, insisting that none of its senior managers are currently excited about the technology. https://bit.ly/49xT9Xl
January 13, 2026 at 4:31 PM
Warhammer maker Games Workshop has banned the use of AI in its content production and its design process, insisting that none of its senior managers are currently excited about the technology. https://bit.ly/49xT9Xl
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Happy publication day to
@jacobrollinson.bsky.social! THE TRUTH OF CARCOSA, the dark and suspenseful debut novel, is out in the US today.
@jacobrollinson.bsky.social! THE TRUTH OF CARCOSA, the dark and suspenseful debut novel, is out in the US today.
January 13, 2026 at 5:25 PM
Happy publication day to
@jacobrollinson.bsky.social! THE TRUTH OF CARCOSA, the dark and suspenseful debut novel, is out in the US today.
@jacobrollinson.bsky.social! THE TRUTH OF CARCOSA, the dark and suspenseful debut novel, is out in the US today.
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Congratulations to Claire McGowan!
Your body. Their choice. THE QUICKENING is a powerful exploration of motherhood, sacrifice and the terrifying cost of complicity.
Read here: shorturl.at/erwE8
Your body. Their choice. THE QUICKENING is a powerful exploration of motherhood, sacrifice and the terrifying cost of complicity.
Read here: shorturl.at/erwE8
January 13, 2026 at 5:28 PM
Congratulations to Claire McGowan!
Your body. Their choice. THE QUICKENING is a powerful exploration of motherhood, sacrifice and the terrifying cost of complicity.
Read here: shorturl.at/erwE8
Your body. Their choice. THE QUICKENING is a powerful exploration of motherhood, sacrifice and the terrifying cost of complicity.
Read here: shorturl.at/erwE8
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Our Monster Botherer Emma is back and her first monster romance review of the new year is Desirée M. Niccoli's UNTETHERING DARK:
"already become one of my favourite books this year, I was just so bloody delighted with it."
Read more:
"already become one of my favourite books this year, I was just so bloody delighted with it."
Read more:
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January 13, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Our Monster Botherer Emma is back and her first monster romance review of the new year is Desirée M. Niccoli's UNTETHERING DARK:
"already become one of my favourite books this year, I was just so bloody delighted with it."
Read more:
"already become one of my favourite books this year, I was just so bloody delighted with it."
Read more:
Delighted to be back in the fantasy world that contains Crabsticks the murder-kitten. Though by now, she's Crabsticks the murder-cat.
Reminder: Crabsticks is the kitten who stole the hearts and chunks of flesh from the bodies of my capricious thieves, Sweet Moonlight and the Diamond Prince. 1/
Reminder: Crabsticks is the kitten who stole the hearts and chunks of flesh from the bodies of my capricious thieves, Sweet Moonlight and the Diamond Prince. 1/
January 13, 2026 at 10:27 AM
Delighted to be back in the fantasy world that contains Crabsticks the murder-kitten. Though by now, she's Crabsticks the murder-cat.
Reminder: Crabsticks is the kitten who stole the hearts and chunks of flesh from the bodies of my capricious thieves, Sweet Moonlight and the Diamond Prince. 1/
Reminder: Crabsticks is the kitten who stole the hearts and chunks of flesh from the bodies of my capricious thieves, Sweet Moonlight and the Diamond Prince. 1/
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Proud of my colleagues and peers in the industry for speaking up about this with @thehill.com. Keep fighting for these stories. Don’t give up. thehill.com/homenews/lgb...
January 12, 2026 at 10:54 PM
Proud of my colleagues and peers in the industry for speaking up about this with @thehill.com. Keep fighting for these stories. Don’t give up. thehill.com/homenews/lgb...
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NEW CHAMPIONS ARRIVE AT THE TABLE 🎲 🔥
All-new Champion Dice Sets celebrating Fjord Stone, Yasha Nydoorin, and Mollymauk Tealeaf are here!
FIND YOURS TODAY ⬇️
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🇨🇦 http://canada.critrole.com
🇦🇺 http://shop.critrole.com.au
🇪🇺 http://shop.critrole.eu
All-new Champion Dice Sets celebrating Fjord Stone, Yasha Nydoorin, and Mollymauk Tealeaf are here!
FIND YOURS TODAY ⬇️
🇺🇸 http://shop.critrole.com
🇬🇧 http://shop.critrole.co.uk
🇨🇦 http://canada.critrole.com
🇦🇺 http://shop.critrole.com.au
🇪🇺 http://shop.critrole.eu
January 12, 2026 at 5:05 PM
NEW CHAMPIONS ARRIVE AT THE TABLE 🎲 🔥
All-new Champion Dice Sets celebrating Fjord Stone, Yasha Nydoorin, and Mollymauk Tealeaf are here!
FIND YOURS TODAY ⬇️
🇺🇸 http://shop.critrole.com
🇬🇧 http://shop.critrole.co.uk
🇨🇦 http://canada.critrole.com
🇦🇺 http://shop.critrole.com.au
🇪🇺 http://shop.critrole.eu
All-new Champion Dice Sets celebrating Fjord Stone, Yasha Nydoorin, and Mollymauk Tealeaf are here!
FIND YOURS TODAY ⬇️
🇺🇸 http://shop.critrole.com
🇬🇧 http://shop.critrole.co.uk
🇨🇦 http://canada.critrole.com
🇦🇺 http://shop.critrole.com.au
🇪🇺 http://shop.critrole.eu
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Project Hanuman? Don't listen to us, listen to Jamedi.
"A bold and imaginative space opera novel, a perfect read if you are looking for big ideas that envelop a thrilling adventure."
"A bold and imaginative space opera novel, a perfect read if you are looking for big ideas that envelop a thrilling adventure."
Project Hanuman, by @stewarthotston.com (pub by @angryrobotbooks.bsky.social) is a big ideas space opera, an adventure that blends together thought-provoking concepts and thrilling scenes.
Full thoughts:
jamreads.com/reviews/proj...
💙📚
Full thoughts:
jamreads.com/reviews/proj...
💙📚
JamReads - Making your TBR closer to infinite
In JamReads you will find content about books, and why you should read them more. This content may include reviews, interviews and occasionally, some news of the literary world
jamreads.com
January 12, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Project Hanuman? Don't listen to us, listen to Jamedi.
"A bold and imaginative space opera novel, a perfect read if you are looking for big ideas that envelop a thrilling adventure."
"A bold and imaginative space opera novel, a perfect read if you are looking for big ideas that envelop a thrilling adventure."
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🧂🗡 “TUMPERS...on 12 January, boys from the school go out in pairs on to the streets...One carries a stoneware pot of salt, the other a leather drawstring purse. They accost passers-by and encourage them to make a donation to the Guild.” 🔗 bit.ly/The-Ankh-Mor...
#TerryPratchett #DiscworldOfficial
#TerryPratchett #DiscworldOfficial
January 12, 2026 at 1:06 PM
🧂🗡 “TUMPERS...on 12 January, boys from the school go out in pairs on to the streets...One carries a stoneware pot of salt, the other a leather drawstring purse. They accost passers-by and encourage them to make a donation to the Guild.” 🔗 bit.ly/The-Ankh-Mor...
#TerryPratchett #DiscworldOfficial
#TerryPratchett #DiscworldOfficial
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😂
Perhaps the surest sign of AI not being super intelligent is the amount of tailored scams targeting the finances of authors, which is as rewarding as trying to mug a seagull.
January 12, 2026 at 12:05 PM
😂
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The world’s richest 1% have burned up their fair share of carbon for the year in just 10 days.
The climate and inequality crises are one and the same. We need:
💰 Wealth taxes on the super-rich
🚫 Ban on private jets
The climate and inequality crises are one and the same. We need:
💰 Wealth taxes on the super-rich
🚫 Ban on private jets
January 12, 2026 at 12:30 PM
The world’s richest 1% have burned up their fair share of carbon for the year in just 10 days.
The climate and inequality crises are one and the same. We need:
💰 Wealth taxes on the super-rich
🚫 Ban on private jets
The climate and inequality crises are one and the same. We need:
💰 Wealth taxes on the super-rich
🚫 Ban on private jets
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Well fuck. A client has gone silent on me and skipped their due payment. This means I now have a hole in my schedule for next week. If anyone wants any editing done asap, drop me a line, as it looks like next week is likely going to be free.
January 12, 2026 at 12:11 PM
Well fuck. A client has gone silent on me and skipped their due payment. This means I now have a hole in my schedule for next week. If anyone wants any editing done asap, drop me a line, as it looks like next week is likely going to be free.
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If you’ve resolved to commit to your professional development in 2026, make sure you check out our programme of events for the year. You can also catch up with any online events you've missed via our website. Head to the Resources page to browse the full archive of event recordings. buff.ly/5Rbg0Hd
January 12, 2026 at 12:33 PM
If you’ve resolved to commit to your professional development in 2026, make sure you check out our programme of events for the year. You can also catch up with any online events you've missed via our website. Head to the Resources page to browse the full archive of event recordings. buff.ly/5Rbg0Hd
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We're thrilled to be back with the first #DHHNewsRoundup of 2026! Enjoy these new and exciting updates, and congratulations to all of our authors!🎉📚
Read here: shorturl.at/vSp6R
Read here: shorturl.at/vSp6R
January 12, 2026 at 11:50 AM
We're thrilled to be back with the first #DHHNewsRoundup of 2026! Enjoy these new and exciting updates, and congratulations to all of our authors!🎉📚
Read here: shorturl.at/vSp6R
Read here: shorturl.at/vSp6R
Totally normal DM behaviour.
January 12, 2026 at 11:24 AM
Totally normal DM behaviour.
I have been plotting with several of my dnd players. Shenanigans are afoot. I'm very excited to DM this shitstorm. Who will survive? Possibly no one. 👌😈
a group of cartoon characters standing next to each other with the words what the dm doin '
Alt: a group of cartoon characters standing next to each other with the words, what the dm doing?
media.tenor.com
January 11, 2026 at 8:54 PM
I have been plotting with several of my dnd players. Shenanigans are afoot. I'm very excited to DM this shitstorm. Who will survive? Possibly no one. 👌😈
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January 11, 2026 at 5:56 PM
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Is there a better way to start a Sunday than a warm blanket on your lap topped with a snoozing cat, a hot coffee, books within reach, and a cozy view out over the quiet frosty garden? 🐈⬛☕❄️📚
January 11, 2026 at 9:11 AM
Is there a better way to start a Sunday than a warm blanket on your lap topped with a snoozing cat, a hot coffee, books within reach, and a cozy view out over the quiet frosty garden? 🐈⬛☕❄️📚
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Can I interest in any of you in a #ReadingChallenge? Of course I can. I spent a lot of time on creating this, so I'd appreciate if you'd help sharing it around. The more the merrier!
#booksky💙📚
#booksky💙📚
The Sound of Madness Reading Challenge is back for the 6th year! 25 brand new song title-based prompts, cards that got a bit of a facelift, a TheStoryGraph challenge, and of course a playlist with all the songs featured. What else do you need?!
#TheSoundOfMadness #ReadingChallenge #BookSky 💙📚
#TheSoundOfMadness #ReadingChallenge #BookSky 💙📚
The Sound of Madness Reading Challenge 2026
The Sound of Madness Reading Challenge 2026 is back for the 6th year! For the oldtimers, welcome back! For the newcomers, I hope you'll have a lot of fun this year trying to fill out these music-based reading prompts as I had a lot of fun (and pain, so much pain) coming up with them.
queensbookasylum.com
January 9, 2026 at 1:58 PM
Can I interest in any of you in a #ReadingChallenge? Of course I can. I spent a lot of time on creating this, so I'd appreciate if you'd help sharing it around. The more the merrier!
#booksky💙📚
#booksky💙📚
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Happy paperback publication day to @brianmcgilloway.bsky.social!
Gripping thriller THE ONE YOU LEAST SUSPECT is out on paperback today!
Gripping thriller THE ONE YOU LEAST SUSPECT is out on paperback today!
January 8, 2026 at 5:46 PM
Happy paperback publication day to @brianmcgilloway.bsky.social!
Gripping thriller THE ONE YOU LEAST SUSPECT is out on paperback today!
Gripping thriller THE ONE YOU LEAST SUSPECT is out on paperback today!
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Five days to go!!!!!! #TheTruthofCarcosa
Did you just hear that? It sounds like...but no...all the new horror books coming out in January 2026!
#booksky
#booksky
All the New Horror Books Arriving in January 2026 - Reactor
This January, spend time with witches, haints, and murderous imaginary friends…
reactormag.com
January 8, 2026 at 3:20 PM
Five days to go!!!!!! #TheTruthofCarcosa
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We’re delighted to welcome Daniel Culpan, who joins
@emilyglenister.bsky.social's list. Based in London, Daniel is a freelance arts and culture writer whose work has appeared in Art Monthly, Frieze, The Times Literary Supplement, The White Review, i-D, and more.
@emilyglenister.bsky.social's list. Based in London, Daniel is a freelance arts and culture writer whose work has appeared in Art Monthly, Frieze, The Times Literary Supplement, The White Review, i-D, and more.
January 8, 2026 at 12:07 PM
We’re delighted to welcome Daniel Culpan, who joins
@emilyglenister.bsky.social's list. Based in London, Daniel is a freelance arts and culture writer whose work has appeared in Art Monthly, Frieze, The Times Literary Supplement, The White Review, i-D, and more.
@emilyglenister.bsky.social's list. Based in London, Daniel is a freelance arts and culture writer whose work has appeared in Art Monthly, Frieze, The Times Literary Supplement, The White Review, i-D, and more.