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✦ writer | reviewer | book blogger | cheerleader of books, poetry and art | all genres RT’d | resident Tolkien fangirl | linktr.ee/rjcrunden ✦
Pinned
👾 futuristic world
☣️ dystopia! ✨with magic✨
📝 600+ pages
🔥 grumpy x sunshine
🗡️ revenge
🍃 lots of plants
💪 close friendships
🔖 book link: mybook.to/QVgAoK
💌 itch.io link: rebecca-crunden.itch.io/these-violen...
📖 goodreads: www.goodreads.com/book/show/59...
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☣️ dystopia! ✨with magic✨
📝 600+ pages
🔥 grumpy x sunshine
🗡️ revenge
🍃 lots of plants
💪 close friendships
🔖 book link: mybook.to/QVgAoK
💌 itch.io link: rebecca-crunden.itch.io/these-violen...
📖 goodreads: www.goodreads.com/book/show/59...
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🧙 wild witches
🐦⬛ a crow (or two)
🔮 portal fantasy
🐈⬛ a cat who wanders in
👨❤️👨 true love
🗡️ revenge
👑 evil faeries
🔖 universal link: mybook.to/rlEOgP
💌 itch.io link: rebecca-crunden.itch.io/enlil-aris-t...
📖 goodreads: www.goodreads.com/book/show/23...
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🐦⬛ a crow (or two)
🔮 portal fantasy
🐈⬛ a cat who wanders in
👨❤️👨 true love
🗡️ revenge
👑 evil faeries
🔖 universal link: mybook.to/rlEOgP
💌 itch.io link: rebecca-crunden.itch.io/enlil-aris-t...
📖 goodreads: www.goodreads.com/book/show/23...
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January 6, 2026 at 1:35 AM
🧙 wild witches
🐦⬛ a crow (or two)
🔮 portal fantasy
🐈⬛ a cat who wanders in
👨❤️👨 true love
🗡️ revenge
👑 evil faeries
🔖 universal link: mybook.to/rlEOgP
💌 itch.io link: rebecca-crunden.itch.io/enlil-aris-t...
📖 goodreads: www.goodreads.com/book/show/23...
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🐦⬛ a crow (or two)
🔮 portal fantasy
🐈⬛ a cat who wanders in
👨❤️👨 true love
🗡️ revenge
👑 evil faeries
🔖 universal link: mybook.to/rlEOgP
💌 itch.io link: rebecca-crunden.itch.io/enlil-aris-t...
📖 goodreads: www.goodreads.com/book/show/23...
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If you've enjoyed the clips of @sagetgreene.bsky.social discussing the novella "Touched" I have good news for you - the whole interview is now available to watch!
Tune in for Sage's awesome perspective: youtu.be/0MiIhAIgVck
(I'll learn more about production value later over time 😅)
Tune in for Sage's awesome perspective: youtu.be/0MiIhAIgVck
(I'll learn more about production value later over time 😅)
Author Sage T. Greene discusses "Touched" - a romantasy novella!
YouTube video by Hope Engel
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January 4, 2026 at 5:48 PM
If you've enjoyed the clips of @sagetgreene.bsky.social discussing the novella "Touched" I have good news for you - the whole interview is now available to watch!
Tune in for Sage's awesome perspective: youtu.be/0MiIhAIgVck
(I'll learn more about production value later over time 😅)
Tune in for Sage's awesome perspective: youtu.be/0MiIhAIgVck
(I'll learn more about production value later over time 😅)
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Descent Into Despair will be the first published work that I have had both the resources and knowledge to release with a full-fledged marketing plan. I’m still tinkering with a few dates, but I’ll be making a detailed post on the timeline to my discord, Kofi, and Patreon soon.
January 6, 2026 at 1:28 AM
Descent Into Despair will be the first published work that I have had both the resources and knowledge to release with a full-fledged marketing plan. I’m still tinkering with a few dates, but I’ll be making a detailed post on the timeline to my discord, Kofi, and Patreon soon.
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I’ve updated my current Kofi goal to cover some of the costs for the publication of my latest novella: Descent Into Despair (that’s the first time I’ve put the title out in the world by the way). Preorders are set to open for ebook at the end of January.
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January 1, 2026 at 6:27 PM
I’ve updated my current Kofi goal to cover some of the costs for the publication of my latest novella: Descent Into Despair (that’s the first time I’ve put the title out in the world by the way). Preorders are set to open for ebook at the end of January.
ko-fi.com/desiheart013
ko-fi.com/desiheart013
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This whole tea plotline has been so fun to write.
Can't wait for you all to read it (whenever that is)
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#writingcommunity #WriterSky #authorsky #writerlife
Can't wait for you all to read it (whenever that is)
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#writingcommunity #WriterSky #authorsky #writerlife
January 6, 2026 at 12:36 AM
This whole tea plotline has been so fun to write.
Can't wait for you all to read it (whenever that is)
📚
#writingcommunity #WriterSky #authorsky #writerlife
Can't wait for you all to read it (whenever that is)
📚
#writingcommunity #WriterSky #authorsky #writerlife
📝 400+ pages
🥀 urban fantasy
🌃 set in washington state
🔥 slow burn
🤍 romance and angst
🗡️ demons and vampires
📕 first in a duology
🔖 universal link: mybook.to/D3rL5
💌 itch.io link: rebecca-crunden.itch.io/the-wish-and...
📖 goodreads: www.goodreads.com/book/show/23...
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🥀 urban fantasy
🌃 set in washington state
🔥 slow burn
🤍 romance and angst
🗡️ demons and vampires
📕 first in a duology
🔖 universal link: mybook.to/D3rL5
💌 itch.io link: rebecca-crunden.itch.io/the-wish-and...
📖 goodreads: www.goodreads.com/book/show/23...
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January 6, 2026 at 12:49 AM
📝 400+ pages
🥀 urban fantasy
🌃 set in washington state
🔥 slow burn
🤍 romance and angst
🗡️ demons and vampires
📕 first in a duology
🔖 universal link: mybook.to/D3rL5
💌 itch.io link: rebecca-crunden.itch.io/the-wish-and...
📖 goodreads: www.goodreads.com/book/show/23...
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🥀 urban fantasy
🌃 set in washington state
🔥 slow burn
🤍 romance and angst
🗡️ demons and vampires
📕 first in a duology
🔖 universal link: mybook.to/D3rL5
💌 itch.io link: rebecca-crunden.itch.io/the-wish-and...
📖 goodreads: www.goodreads.com/book/show/23...
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January 5, 2026 at 10:17 PM
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52 pages left in my first book of 2026. Should I read another non-fiction cinema book next? Or should I revisit The Odyssey to prep for the movie in July? #BookSky
a cartoon of winnie the pooh scratching his head with the word think written on his chest
ALT: a cartoon of winnie the pooh scratching his head with the word think written on his chest
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January 5, 2026 at 10:19 PM
52 pages left in my first book of 2026. Should I read another non-fiction cinema book next? Or should I revisit The Odyssey to prep for the movie in July? #BookSky
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On to my next audiobook! My day went a little differently than planned with some carpet cleaning & inspiration to pack away the table & wall decorations from Christmas.
🐈⬛💩🧼📦🎄
Only dishes left to do & then I can work on embroidery!
🍽️🧼🪡
Don’t you love an audiobook to accompany work/chores?
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#BookSky
🐈⬛💩🧼📦🎄
Only dishes left to do & then I can work on embroidery!
🍽️🧼🪡
Don’t you love an audiobook to accompany work/chores?
📚💜
#BookSky
January 5, 2026 at 10:22 PM
On to my next audiobook! My day went a little differently than planned with some carpet cleaning & inspiration to pack away the table & wall decorations from Christmas.
🐈⬛💩🧼📦🎄
Only dishes left to do & then I can work on embroidery!
🍽️🧼🪡
Don’t you love an audiobook to accompany work/chores?
📚💜
#BookSky
🐈⬛💩🧼📦🎄
Only dishes left to do & then I can work on embroidery!
🍽️🧼🪡
Don’t you love an audiobook to accompany work/chores?
📚💜
#BookSky
✨ FANTASY SHORT STORY ✨
🐉 a dragon (with a princess)
🗡️ a knight (with a plan)
👑 a palace (with a cruel king)
🏰 second pov
🔖 universal link: mybook.to/eJsBfU
💌 itch.io link: rebecca-crunden.itch.io/the-knight-s...
📖 goodreads: www.goodreads.com/book/show/21...
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🐉 a dragon (with a princess)
🗡️ a knight (with a plan)
👑 a palace (with a cruel king)
🏰 second pov
🔖 universal link: mybook.to/eJsBfU
💌 itch.io link: rebecca-crunden.itch.io/the-knight-s...
📖 goodreads: www.goodreads.com/book/show/21...
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January 5, 2026 at 9:56 PM
✨ FANTASY SHORT STORY ✨
🐉 a dragon (with a princess)
🗡️ a knight (with a plan)
👑 a palace (with a cruel king)
🏰 second pov
🔖 universal link: mybook.to/eJsBfU
💌 itch.io link: rebecca-crunden.itch.io/the-knight-s...
📖 goodreads: www.goodreads.com/book/show/21...
[ 🪐📚💙 ]
🐉 a dragon (with a princess)
🗡️ a knight (with a plan)
👑 a palace (with a cruel king)
🏰 second pov
🔖 universal link: mybook.to/eJsBfU
💌 itch.io link: rebecca-crunden.itch.io/the-knight-s...
📖 goodreads: www.goodreads.com/book/show/21...
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#FantasyIndiesJanuary
Writing habits
I've been slacking off a bit, so I need to get back on track.
@chesneyinfalt.bsky.social
@fantasyindies.bsky.social
@lvrussell.bsky.social
Writing habits
I've been slacking off a bit, so I need to get back on track.
@chesneyinfalt.bsky.social
@fantasyindies.bsky.social
@lvrussell.bsky.social
January 5, 2026 at 9:19 PM
#FantasyIndiesJanuary
Writing habits
I've been slacking off a bit, so I need to get back on track.
@chesneyinfalt.bsky.social
@fantasyindies.bsky.social
@lvrussell.bsky.social
Writing habits
I've been slacking off a bit, so I need to get back on track.
@chesneyinfalt.bsky.social
@fantasyindies.bsky.social
@lvrussell.bsky.social
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#WIPSnips | benefit
Use of "benefit" as both an adjective and a verb from Chapter 2 of The Stardust of Failure, as marriage to pop royalty changes Jeanette's life in ways she didn't quite anticipate.
Use of "benefit" as both an adjective and a verb from Chapter 2 of The Stardust of Failure, as marriage to pop royalty changes Jeanette's life in ways she didn't quite anticipate.
January 5, 2026 at 9:20 PM
#WIPSnips | benefit
Use of "benefit" as both an adjective and a verb from Chapter 2 of The Stardust of Failure, as marriage to pop royalty changes Jeanette's life in ways she didn't quite anticipate.
Use of "benefit" as both an adjective and a verb from Chapter 2 of The Stardust of Failure, as marriage to pop royalty changes Jeanette's life in ways she didn't quite anticipate.
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#JanuaryWorldbuilders
Problems
After the events of On the Shore of the Sea, the Fairies close their borders. This creates economic and social chaos. Into which Rose walks almost blindly.
@kiraofthewind.com
Problems
After the events of On the Shore of the Sea, the Fairies close their borders. This creates economic and social chaos. Into which Rose walks almost blindly.
@kiraofthewind.com
January 5, 2026 at 9:24 PM
#JanuaryWorldbuilders
Problems
After the events of On the Shore of the Sea, the Fairies close their borders. This creates economic and social chaos. Into which Rose walks almost blindly.
@kiraofthewind.com
Problems
After the events of On the Shore of the Sea, the Fairies close their borders. This creates economic and social chaos. Into which Rose walks almost blindly.
@kiraofthewind.com
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HEAR YE, HEAR YE: I'm proud to announce that @beardedbookbeast.bsky.social will be interviewing me on his channel Wednesday, January 14 at 7/6 central. #writingcommunity #booksky #authorsky #writersky
January 5, 2026 at 9:36 PM
HEAR YE, HEAR YE: I'm proud to announce that @beardedbookbeast.bsky.social will be interviewing me on his channel Wednesday, January 14 at 7/6 central. #writingcommunity #booksky #authorsky #writersky
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We're almost at 4000 signatures on this petition, omg! www.change.org/p/raise-awar...
Sign the Petition
Raise awareness about the potential data center in Newport News
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January 5, 2026 at 9:41 PM
We're almost at 4000 signatures on this petition, omg! www.change.org/p/raise-awar...
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Fun facts about me! #promosky
💜 I am the otter in Otters Editing as I like to swim
💜 I watch a lot of anime and cartoons
💜 I love to sing and dance even if I'm not good at it
💜 I play lots of anime video games
💜 I regularly dye my own hair various colors (red, pink, purple, blue)
💜 I am the otter in Otters Editing as I like to swim
💜 I watch a lot of anime and cartoons
💜 I love to sing and dance even if I'm not good at it
💜 I play lots of anime video games
💜 I regularly dye my own hair various colors (red, pink, purple, blue)
January 5, 2026 at 9:44 PM
Fun facts about me! #promosky
💜 I am the otter in Otters Editing as I like to swim
💜 I watch a lot of anime and cartoons
💜 I love to sing and dance even if I'm not good at it
💜 I play lots of anime video games
💜 I regularly dye my own hair various colors (red, pink, purple, blue)
💜 I am the otter in Otters Editing as I like to swim
💜 I watch a lot of anime and cartoons
💜 I love to sing and dance even if I'm not good at it
💜 I play lots of anime video games
💜 I regularly dye my own hair various colors (red, pink, purple, blue)
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My husband is unable to understand that when I'm procrastistressing, at some point, productivity will come, but it needs to be preceeded by maybe two hours of maniacal Mahjong on the sofa. 😌✨
January 5, 2026 at 9:50 PM
My husband is unable to understand that when I'm procrastistressing, at some point, productivity will come, but it needs to be preceeded by maybe two hours of maniacal Mahjong on the sofa. 😌✨
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I have decided to get a little more organized virtually today instead of just hopping straight to reading. To that end I've set up a Ko-Fi!
Support Kelly
Support Kelly
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January 5, 2026 at 9:00 PM
I have decided to get a little more organized virtually today instead of just hopping straight to reading. To that end I've set up a Ko-Fi!
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1. Small-town queer fantasy series that started cozy and immediately spiralled into life-or-death stakes.
2. The Black Knight Saga: 90k drafted as a serial which needs to be completely revamped into a proper epic fantasy novel.
3. 18th-century novel reworked as a fantasy of manners romance.
2. The Black Knight Saga: 90k drafted as a serial which needs to be completely revamped into a proper epic fantasy novel.
3. 18th-century novel reworked as a fantasy of manners romance.
As we get into the routine of a new year, I'm curious: what is your weird heart-project? It can be a book, webcomic, art, home reno.
Mine is a series of novels about fungi-vampires inspired by Bloodborne.
Mine is a series of novels about fungi-vampires inspired by Bloodborne.
a jellyfish with a white head and blue eyes
Alt: a jellyfish mushroom with a white head and blue eyes
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January 5, 2026 at 9:03 PM
1. Small-town queer fantasy series that started cozy and immediately spiralled into life-or-death stakes.
2. The Black Knight Saga: 90k drafted as a serial which needs to be completely revamped into a proper epic fantasy novel.
3. 18th-century novel reworked as a fantasy of manners romance.
2. The Black Knight Saga: 90k drafted as a serial which needs to be completely revamped into a proper epic fantasy novel.
3. 18th-century novel reworked as a fantasy of manners romance.
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@rjbarker.bsky.social new book is being published by TOR and they never give me eARCS.
I'm going to still requesting it but I am also preparing to cry in a corner 😂😭
I'm going to still requesting it but I am also preparing to cry in a corner 😂😭
January 5, 2026 at 9:10 PM
@rjbarker.bsky.social new book is being published by TOR and they never give me eARCS.
I'm going to still requesting it but I am also preparing to cry in a corner 😂😭
I'm going to still requesting it but I am also preparing to cry in a corner 😂😭
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#WritinginJanuary
Poisoned!
Well, this actually happens in Queen of Thorns. Not to spoil anything, but it's a group effort, as are many things in the Exile Forest.
Poisoned!
Well, this actually happens in Queen of Thorns. Not to spoil anything, but it's a group effort, as are many things in the Exile Forest.
January 5, 2026 at 9:17 PM
#WritinginJanuary
Poisoned!
Well, this actually happens in Queen of Thorns. Not to spoil anything, but it's a group effort, as are many things in the Exile Forest.
Poisoned!
Well, this actually happens in Queen of Thorns. Not to spoil anything, but it's a group effort, as are many things in the Exile Forest.
✨ FANTASY SHORT STORY ✨
🎭 a magician’s last act
💖 a burgeoning romance
🗡️ brothers at odds
📓 21 pages
🔖 universal link: mybook.to/H6oGDdB
💌 itch.io link: rebecca-crunden.itch.io/the-final-ac...
📖 goodreads: www.goodreads.com/book/show/12...
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🎭 a magician’s last act
💖 a burgeoning romance
🗡️ brothers at odds
📓 21 pages
🔖 universal link: mybook.to/H6oGDdB
💌 itch.io link: rebecca-crunden.itch.io/the-final-ac...
📖 goodreads: www.goodreads.com/book/show/12...
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January 5, 2026 at 9:38 PM
✨ FANTASY SHORT STORY ✨
🎭 a magician’s last act
💖 a burgeoning romance
🗡️ brothers at odds
📓 21 pages
🔖 universal link: mybook.to/H6oGDdB
💌 itch.io link: rebecca-crunden.itch.io/the-final-ac...
📖 goodreads: www.goodreads.com/book/show/12...
[ 📚💙🪐 ]
🎭 a magician’s last act
💖 a burgeoning romance
🗡️ brothers at odds
📓 21 pages
🔖 universal link: mybook.to/H6oGDdB
💌 itch.io link: rebecca-crunden.itch.io/the-final-ac...
📖 goodreads: www.goodreads.com/book/show/12...
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Hey all - 🧵⬇️
So I'm thinking of, instead of a newsletter, doing like a monthly round-up post on my blog. Might be helpful? Just spitballing here, but would anyone be interested in a monthly post with, like:
Newly released indie books
Upcoming indie books
So I'm thinking of, instead of a newsletter, doing like a monthly round-up post on my blog. Might be helpful? Just spitballing here, but would anyone be interested in a monthly post with, like:
Newly released indie books
Upcoming indie books
January 5, 2026 at 6:31 PM
Hey all - 🧵⬇️
So I'm thinking of, instead of a newsletter, doing like a monthly round-up post on my blog. Might be helpful? Just spitballing here, but would anyone be interested in a monthly post with, like:
Newly released indie books
Upcoming indie books
So I'm thinking of, instead of a newsletter, doing like a monthly round-up post on my blog. Might be helpful? Just spitballing here, but would anyone be interested in a monthly post with, like:
Newly released indie books
Upcoming indie books
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