Beth Barany (she/her/they)
@bethbarany.bsky.social
🎙️Writing Teacher & Speaker
🚀 Sci-Fi/Fantasy Novelist #kickassheroines
💫 Creativity Coach, specialized in Science Fiction & Fantasy
❤️ https://bethbarany.com
🎧 How To Write The Future podcast https://bethbarany.com/howtowritethefuturepodcast
🚀 Sci-Fi/Fantasy Novelist #kickassheroines
💫 Creativity Coach, specialized in Science Fiction & Fantasy
❤️ https://bethbarany.com
🎧 How To Write The Future podcast https://bethbarany.com/howtowritethefuturepodcast
A creative life should nourish you, not drain you. That belief sits at the heart of my conversation on Making It. Sending encouragement to all the creatives showing up today. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #WritersHelpingWriters
January 22, 2026 at 6:30 AM
A creative life should nourish you, not drain you. That belief sits at the heart of my conversation on Making It. Sending encouragement to all the creatives showing up today. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #WritersHelpingWriters
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The complaint “argues that GPT-4o is a ‘defective’ and ‘inherently dangerous’ product, and that OpenAI failed to warn users of foreseeable risks to their emotional and psychological health.”
Man Who Had Managed Mental Illness Effectively for Years Says ChatGPT Sent Him Into Hospitalization for Psychosis
John Jacquez successfully managed a mental illness for years, he says. Then ChatGPT reinforced delusions, spiraling him into "AI psychosis."
futurism.com
January 21, 2026 at 8:38 PM
The complaint “argues that GPT-4o is a ‘defective’ and ‘inherently dangerous’ product, and that OpenAI failed to warn users of foreseeable risks to their emotional and psychological health.”
If you're balancing art and business and wondering if you're doing it "right," you're not alone. I shared some reflections on this journey in my recent Making It interview. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #WritersHelpingWriters
January 22, 2026 at 12:30 AM
If you're balancing art and business and wondering if you're doing it "right," you're not alone. I shared some reflections on this journey in my recent Making It interview. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #WritersHelpingWriters
Creative momentum doesn't come from hustle. It comes from trust, rhythm, and partnership. Grateful for this thoughtful conversation on creativity and sustainability. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #WritersHelpingWriters
January 21, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Creative momentum doesn't come from hustle. It comes from trust, rhythm, and partnership. Grateful for this thoughtful conversation on creativity and sustainability. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #WritersHelpingWriters
Messy first drafts aren't something to fix; they're something to work with. I loved talking about this (and more) with Michi Lantz on Making It. Writers, be kind to yourselves. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #WritersHelpingWriters
January 21, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Messy first drafts aren't something to fix; they're something to work with. I loved talking about this (and more) with Michi Lantz on Making It. Writers, be kind to yourselves. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #WritersHelpingWriters
A creative life should nourish you, not drain you. That belief sits at the heart of my conversation on Making It. Sending encouragement to all the creatives showing up today. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #WritingInspiration
January 21, 2026 at 6:30 AM
A creative life should nourish you, not drain you. That belief sits at the heart of my conversation on Making It. Sending encouragement to all the creatives showing up today. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #WritingInspiration
If you're balancing art and business and wondering if you're doing it "right," you're not alone. I shared some reflections on this journey in my recent Making It interview. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #WritingInspiration
January 21, 2026 at 12:30 AM
If you're balancing art and business and wondering if you're doing it "right," you're not alone. I shared some reflections on this journey in my recent Making It interview. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #WritingInspiration
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Hello, would you like some queer urban fantasy books? Would you like to discover them through the media of pretty pictures? GREAT! Here's a thread for you!!
1: Laurence and Quentin, by @rudiindra4.bsky.social
1: Laurence and Quentin, by @rudiindra4.bsky.social
January 20, 2026 at 11:05 PM
Hello, would you like some queer urban fantasy books? Would you like to discover them through the media of pretty pictures? GREAT! Here's a thread for you!!
1: Laurence and Quentin, by @rudiindra4.bsky.social
1: Laurence and Quentin, by @rudiindra4.bsky.social
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The #SmallPitch submission window is now OPEN for 48 hours!
Reminders:
- Underrep writers only
- Finished manuscripts only
- One pitch per manuscript
- Up to 3 manuscripts per writer
- No hashtags in your pitch
- Comps & emojis are ok
Once submitted, check your pitch here: database.smallpitch.org
Reminders:
- Underrep writers only
- Finished manuscripts only
- One pitch per manuscript
- Up to 3 manuscripts per writer
- No hashtags in your pitch
- Comps & emojis are ok
Once submitted, check your pitch here: database.smallpitch.org
#SmallPitch Submission Form
Please use this form to submit your pitch.
A few reminders:
You can pitch up to three manuscripts, with a limit of one pitch per manuscript.
Finished manuscripts only. No WIPs allowed!
One pitch per ...
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January 19, 2026 at 5:04 AM
The #SmallPitch submission window is now OPEN for 48 hours!
Reminders:
- Underrep writers only
- Finished manuscripts only
- One pitch per manuscript
- Up to 3 manuscripts per writer
- No hashtags in your pitch
- Comps & emojis are ok
Once submitted, check your pitch here: database.smallpitch.org
Reminders:
- Underrep writers only
- Finished manuscripts only
- One pitch per manuscript
- Up to 3 manuscripts per writer
- No hashtags in your pitch
- Comps & emojis are ok
Once submitted, check your pitch here: database.smallpitch.org
Creative momentum doesn't come from hustle. It comes from trust, rhythm, and partnership. Grateful for this thoughtful conversation on creativity and sustainability. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #WritingInspiration
January 20, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Creative momentum doesn't come from hustle. It comes from trust, rhythm, and partnership. Grateful for this thoughtful conversation on creativity and sustainability. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #WritingInspiration
Messy first drafts aren't something to fix; they're something to work with. I loved talking about this (and more) with Michi Lantz on Making It. Writers, be kind to yourselves. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #WritingInspiration
January 20, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Messy first drafts aren't something to fix; they're something to work with. I loved talking about this (and more) with Michi Lantz on Making It. Writers, be kind to yourselves. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #WritingInspiration
A creative life should nourish you, not drain you. That belief sits at the heart of my conversation on Making It. Sending encouragement to all the creatives showing up today. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #CreativeProcess
January 20, 2026 at 6:30 AM
A creative life should nourish you, not drain you. That belief sits at the heart of my conversation on Making It. Sending encouragement to all the creatives showing up today. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #CreativeProcess
If you're balancing art and business and wondering if you're doing it "right," you're not alone. I shared some reflections on this journey in my recent Making It interview. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #CreativeProcess
January 20, 2026 at 12:30 AM
If you're balancing art and business and wondering if you're doing it "right," you're not alone. I shared some reflections on this journey in my recent Making It interview. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #CreativeProcess
Creative momentum doesn't come from hustle. It comes from trust, rhythm, and partnership. Grateful for this thoughtful conversation on creativity and sustainability. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #CreativeProcess
January 19, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Creative momentum doesn't come from hustle. It comes from trust, rhythm, and partnership. Grateful for this thoughtful conversation on creativity and sustainability. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #CreativeProcess
Messy first drafts aren't something to fix; they're something to work with. I loved talking about this (and more) with Michi Lantz on Making It. Writers, be kind to yourselves. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #CreativeProcess
January 19, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Messy first drafts aren't something to fix; they're something to work with. I loved talking about this (and more) with Michi Lantz on Making It. Writers, be kind to yourselves. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #CreativeProcess
A creative life should nourish you, not drain you. That belief sits at the heart of my conversation on Making It. Sending encouragement to all the creatives showing up today. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #AmWriting
January 19, 2026 at 6:30 AM
A creative life should nourish you, not drain you. That belief sits at the heart of my conversation on Making It. Sending encouragement to all the creatives showing up today. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #AmWriting
If you're balancing art and business and wondering if you're doing it "right," you're not alone. I shared some reflections on this journey in my recent Making It interview. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #AmWriting
January 19, 2026 at 12:30 AM
If you're balancing art and business and wondering if you're doing it "right," you're not alone. I shared some reflections on this journey in my recent Making It interview. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #AmWriting
Creative momentum doesn't come from hustle. It comes from trust, rhythm, and partnership. Grateful for this thoughtful conversation on creativity and sustainability. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #AmWriting
January 18, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Creative momentum doesn't come from hustle. It comes from trust, rhythm, and partnership. Grateful for this thoughtful conversation on creativity and sustainability. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #AmWriting
Messy first drafts aren't something to fix; they're something to work with. I loved talking about this (and more) with Michi Lantz on Making It. Writers, be kind to yourselves. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #AmWriting
January 18, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Messy first drafts aren't something to fix; they're something to work with. I loved talking about this (and more) with Michi Lantz on Making It. Writers, be kind to yourselves. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #AmWriting
A creative life should nourish you, not drain you. That belief sits at the heart of my conversation on Making It. Sending encouragement to all the creatives showing up today. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #WriterCommunity
January 18, 2026 at 6:30 AM
A creative life should nourish you, not drain you. That belief sits at the heart of my conversation on Making It. Sending encouragement to all the creatives showing up today. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #WriterCommunity
If you're balancing art and business and wondering if you're doing it "right," you're not alone. I shared some reflections on this journey in my recent Making It interview. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #WriterCommunity
January 18, 2026 at 12:30 AM
If you're balancing art and business and wondering if you're doing it "right," you're not alone. I shared some reflections on this journey in my recent Making It interview. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #WriterCommunity
Creative momentum doesn't come from hustle. It comes from trust, rhythm, and partnership. Grateful for this thoughtful conversation on creativity and sustainability. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #WriterCommunity
January 17, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Creative momentum doesn't come from hustle. It comes from trust, rhythm, and partnership. Grateful for this thoughtful conversation on creativity and sustainability. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #WriterCommunity
Messy first drafts aren't something to fix; they're something to work with. I loved talking about this (and more) with Michi Lantz on Making It. Writers, be kind to yourselves. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #WriterCommunity
January 17, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Messy first drafts aren't something to fix; they're something to work with. I loved talking about this (and more) with Michi Lantz on Making It. Writers, be kind to yourselves. tinyurl.com/y9dnmrxj #WriterCommunity
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January 17, 2026 at 8:28 AM
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