Michael barron
@barronauthor.bsky.social
Speculative Fiction Author - Writes Comics - Marathon Runner - Eats Spicy Food - michaelbarronauthor.com - Sign up for monthly newsletter for free lesson on how to beat writers block. (he/him)
I've finally finished reading this translation of the the Mahabharata. It's a fantastic story. The original poem is about 5 times the length of the Bible, obviously it's been condensed. I'm really glad I was able to experience it. Later this year I hope to read the Ramayana.
#amreading #goodreads
#amreading #goodreads
January 4, 2026 at 9:39 PM
I've finally finished reading this translation of the the Mahabharata. It's a fantastic story. The original poem is about 5 times the length of the Bible, obviously it's been condensed. I'm really glad I was able to experience it. Later this year I hope to read the Ramayana.
#amreading #goodreads
#amreading #goodreads
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This new war is not only illegal, reckless and deeply corrupt, it is the latest in a series of increasingly desperate distractions from the EPSTEIN Files.
#ImpeachAndConvict47NOW
#ImpeachAndConvict47NOW
January 4, 2026 at 8:35 PM
This new war is not only illegal, reckless and deeply corrupt, it is the latest in a series of increasingly desperate distractions from the EPSTEIN Files.
#ImpeachAndConvict47NOW
#ImpeachAndConvict47NOW
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Let’s be clear: the Trump Admin is lying to the American people. This has never been about stopping drugs from coming to the US — it’s about grabbing Venezuela’s oil for his billionaire buddies. Trump has put American troops in harm’s way to boost oil company profits. Outrageous.
January 4, 2026 at 9:11 PM
Let’s be clear: the Trump Admin is lying to the American people. This has never been about stopping drugs from coming to the US — it’s about grabbing Venezuela’s oil for his billionaire buddies. Trump has put American troops in harm’s way to boost oil company profits. Outrageous.
Here's a link to my Newsletter (going for 100 subscribers by January 15) www.michaelbarronauthor.com
Once a month, I discuss what I'm working on, list open publishers/agents and include a "Dialogue With My Muse," a fun short story that offers guidance on writing.
#writingcommunity #amwriting
Once a month, I discuss what I'm working on, list open publishers/agents and include a "Dialogue With My Muse," a fun short story that offers guidance on writing.
#writingcommunity #amwriting
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Each of my monthly newsletters includes a “Dialogue With My Muse,” short stories that offer off-the-beaten-path advice on how to be a better writer (or creator in general).
www.michaelbarronauthor.com
January 4, 2026 at 9:18 PM
Here's a link to my Newsletter (going for 100 subscribers by January 15) www.michaelbarronauthor.com
Once a month, I discuss what I'm working on, list open publishers/agents and include a "Dialogue With My Muse," a fun short story that offers guidance on writing.
#writingcommunity #amwriting
Once a month, I discuss what I'm working on, list open publishers/agents and include a "Dialogue With My Muse," a fun short story that offers guidance on writing.
#writingcommunity #amwriting
Seriously, this can't be legal. Even Republicans who worship him have to see he needs to be taken out of power.
Even if (for some God forsaken reason) you only care about Americans, what he is doing is going to hurt Americans. He needs to be removed from office.
Even if (for some God forsaken reason) you only care about Americans, what he is doing is going to hurt Americans. He needs to be removed from office.
When you think this country can't stoop any lower...
PLEASE call your representatives.
This needs to end NOW
PLEASE call your representatives.
This needs to end NOW
January 3, 2026 at 12:36 PM
Seriously, this can't be legal. Even Republicans who worship him have to see he needs to be taken out of power.
Even if (for some God forsaken reason) you only care about Americans, what he is doing is going to hurt Americans. He needs to be removed from office.
Even if (for some God forsaken reason) you only care about Americans, what he is doing is going to hurt Americans. He needs to be removed from office.
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"But in the end, it’s only a passing thing, this shadow. Even darkness must pass. A new day will come. And when the sun shines it will shine out the clearer. [...]"
"...There’s some good in this world, Mr. Frodo. And it’s worth fighting for."
"...There’s some good in this world, Mr. Frodo. And it’s worth fighting for."
January 3, 2026 at 11:05 AM
"But in the end, it’s only a passing thing, this shadow. Even darkness must pass. A new day will come. And when the sun shines it will shine out the clearer. [...]"
"...There’s some good in this world, Mr. Frodo. And it’s worth fighting for."
"...There’s some good in this world, Mr. Frodo. And it’s worth fighting for."
#writingtip Even if your villains are monstrous, give them motivations that will at least allow them to make sense. Give them as much motivation as the hero. We might not like them but at least we can understand them.
#writingcommunity #amwriting
#writingcommunity #amwriting
a teddy bear from toy story is sitting in front of a window .
ALT: a teddy bear from toy story is sitting in front of a window .
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January 1, 2026 at 10:02 PM
#writingtip Even if your villains are monstrous, give them motivations that will at least allow them to make sense. Give them as much motivation as the hero. We might not like them but at least we can understand them.
#writingcommunity #amwriting
#writingcommunity #amwriting
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2026. Fuck yeah.
January 1, 2026 at 5:08 AM
2026. Fuck yeah.
Some of these I already love. Some I've never heard of and I'm adding to my list.
#indiecomics #comics
#indiecomics #comics
Here’s the thing, we all know Absolute Wonder Woman is fantastic. That’s not what this list is about. We are digging into niches in the indie comics space people might have missed. I’m getting message to the effect of, dude, what is this? Means we did our job.
Our best comics of 2025 list has dropped. As we do things a bit differently, we reached out to the indie comics community and asked the Yeti Discord what their favorites were. Who made the list? Read on and find your next favorite thing.
www.comicbookyeti.com/post/comic-b...
www.comicbookyeti.com/post/comic-b...
January 1, 2026 at 11:51 AM
Some of these I already love. Some I've never heard of and I'm adding to my list.
#indiecomics #comics
#indiecomics #comics
A good message to kick off 2026
there's so much hate in this country.
folks who benefit the most from that hate truly love it when marginalized people target, marginalize, and hate each other.
48 million and 32 million are much stronger as 80 million 💪🏽
support each other as much as you can. listen; learn.
be kind to yourself.
folks who benefit the most from that hate truly love it when marginalized people target, marginalize, and hate each other.
48 million and 32 million are much stronger as 80 million 💪🏽
support each other as much as you can. listen; learn.
be kind to yourself.
January 1, 2026 at 11:44 AM
A good message to kick off 2026
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I don't have to be everyone's favorite writer, but maybe in 2026 I can be yours. Here's the list so far, find your next fun read here:
Resonant
Denizen
End After End
Morning Star
Crush Depth
Red Vector
@thevaultcomics.bsky.social and @madcavestudios.com
Resonant
Denizen
End After End
Morning Star
Crush Depth
Red Vector
@thevaultcomics.bsky.social and @madcavestudios.com
January 1, 2026 at 1:40 AM
I don't have to be everyone's favorite writer, but maybe in 2026 I can be yours. Here's the list so far, find your next fun read here:
Resonant
Denizen
End After End
Morning Star
Crush Depth
Red Vector
@thevaultcomics.bsky.social and @madcavestudios.com
Resonant
Denizen
End After End
Morning Star
Crush Depth
Red Vector
@thevaultcomics.bsky.social and @madcavestudios.com
Q: What do @monibarre.bsky.social @davidbooher.bsky.social @rdouek.com @francescafantini.bsky.social & @gvonstoddard.bsky.social have in common?
A: They're all part of this new incredible, anti-fascist anthology that's LIVE NOW on KS.
You've, backed it, right?
www.kickstarter.com/projects/slo...
A: They're all part of this new incredible, anti-fascist anthology that's LIVE NOW on KS.
You've, backed it, right?
www.kickstarter.com/projects/slo...
Horror Not Hate
An anti-fascist, anti-hate anthology of horror comics and art supporting LGBTQIA+ and Immigrant rights!
www.kickstarter.com
January 1, 2026 at 11:39 AM
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This is so, so important.
I can't stress enough how important it is to experience art with people who will allow you to feel emotions without mockery.
January 1, 2026 at 4:18 AM
This is so, so important.
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How to Write a Press Release for Your Book
#writingcommunity #amwriting #author #books inventingrealityediting.com/2...
#writingcommunity #amwriting #author #books inventingrealityediting.com/2...
How to Write a Press Release to Promote Your Book
Discover how to write an effective press release for your book launch, ensuring media attention and increased sales.
inventingrealityediting.com
January 1, 2026 at 11:05 AM
How to Write a Press Release for Your Book
#writingcommunity #amwriting #author #books inventingrealityediting.com/2...
#writingcommunity #amwriting #author #books inventingrealityediting.com/2...
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January 1, 2026 at 10:53 AM
Just finished reading SPECTATORS by Brian K. Vaughan and Niko Henrichon. Truly unlike any other #ghoststory I have ever read. Fantastic illustrations and use of B&W and color. Says a lot about how people observe sex and violence. #imagecomics #comics
December 30, 2025 at 1:58 AM
Just finished reading SPECTATORS by Brian K. Vaughan and Niko Henrichon. Truly unlike any other #ghoststory I have ever read. Fantastic illustrations and use of B&W and color. Says a lot about how people observe sex and violence. #imagecomics #comics
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Never forget your humanity and your power.
December 29, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Never forget your humanity and your power.
#writingtip Create huge, outlandish, larger than life characters and plot points but ground them in real, relatable emotions. That's what will hook the reader.
#amwriting #writingcommunity #writerscommunity
#amwriting #writingcommunity #writerscommunity
a man with a sad look on his face is standing in front of a window with the word relatable written on it .
ALT: a man with a sad look on his face is standing in front of a window with the word relatable written on it .
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December 29, 2025 at 11:35 PM
#writingtip Create huge, outlandish, larger than life characters and plot points but ground them in real, relatable emotions. That's what will hook the reader.
#amwriting #writingcommunity #writerscommunity
#amwriting #writingcommunity #writerscommunity
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#1 rule in life after all the other useful and practical advice:
Never read the comments section
Never read the comments section
December 29, 2025 at 9:32 AM
#1 rule in life after all the other useful and practical advice:
Never read the comments section
Never read the comments section
Before and after photos of my wife and I running 20 miles (in the bitter cold) as a part of training for our sixth marathon.
#marathongtraining
#amrunning
#running
#marathongtraining
#amrunning
#running
December 29, 2025 at 1:39 AM
Before and after photos of my wife and I running 20 miles (in the bitter cold) as a part of training for our sixth marathon.
#marathongtraining
#amrunning
#running
#marathongtraining
#amrunning
#running
#writingtip from the book PIXAR STORYTELLING: Bonding should involve two characters who have clear reasons not to like each other. Only through...external events pushing them together and inner changes...can they come together in a way that is truly meaningful.
#writingcommunity #amwriting
#writingcommunity #amwriting
a picture of woody and forky from toy story with the caption " everything 's "
ALT: a picture of woody and forky from toy story with the caption " everything 's "
media.tenor.com
December 28, 2025 at 9:05 PM
#writingtip from the book PIXAR STORYTELLING: Bonding should involve two characters who have clear reasons not to like each other. Only through...external events pushing them together and inner changes...can they come together in a way that is truly meaningful.
#writingcommunity #amwriting
#writingcommunity #amwriting
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SO, you want to network but don't know where to begin.
1. DON'T. Make friends instead
2. It's not about what they can do for you
3. Famous people are just people first
4. If you do have to gush, don't just say 'i love your work' , pick one thing and say why. Open ended compliments are awkward
1. DON'T. Make friends instead
2. It's not about what they can do for you
3. Famous people are just people first
4. If you do have to gush, don't just say 'i love your work' , pick one thing and say why. Open ended compliments are awkward
December 27, 2025 at 9:33 AM
SO, you want to network but don't know where to begin.
1. DON'T. Make friends instead
2. It's not about what they can do for you
3. Famous people are just people first
4. If you do have to gush, don't just say 'i love your work' , pick one thing and say why. Open ended compliments are awkward
1. DON'T. Make friends instead
2. It's not about what they can do for you
3. Famous people are just people first
4. If you do have to gush, don't just say 'i love your work' , pick one thing and say why. Open ended compliments are awkward
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People don't talk about it, but a huge part of learning any new skill is mental. I've been struggling with painting, and tonight I had like four bad starts that I had to scrap, but I knew I had to push through it to get to at least something I was okay with or I'd be hesitant to paint tomorrow
December 28, 2025 at 9:29 AM
People don't talk about it, but a huge part of learning any new skill is mental. I've been struggling with painting, and tonight I had like four bad starts that I had to scrap, but I knew I had to push through it to get to at least something I was okay with or I'd be hesitant to paint tomorrow