Cecilia Tan
@ceciliatan.com
Award-winning sf/f, erotica and romance writer. Just your typical biracial bigender bisexual. All pronouns valid, she/her for society’s convenience. https://linktr.ee/ceciliatan
Pinned
Cecilia Tan
@ceciliatan.com
· Dec 11
OK folks, this year I have one (1) short story eligible for Hugo & Nebula award nomination, and this is the first time I am remembering to actually do an #awardeligibility post. :-) Please think of "Large Emotional Models" when you fill out your noms. (Read free at SMT!)
Reposted by Cecilia Tan
Reflecting on this, I think everyone should have the experience of getting documented proof that yes, in fact your enemies are conspiring against you.
I hadn’t known this. Two men who were accused of sexual abuse on the Shitty Media Men document that I created back in 2017 reached out to Michael Wolff for help as they looked to sue me, and Wolf forwarded their concerns to Jeffrey Epstein. Epstein offered to help. www.jmail.world/thread/EFTA0...
February 9, 2026 at 1:38 PM
Reflecting on this, I think everyone should have the experience of getting documented proof that yes, in fact your enemies are conspiring against you.
Reposted by Cecilia Tan
Amazing news!
When you purchase the audiobook of my novel Lessons in Magic and Disaster between now and Feb. 12, ✨ 100 PERCENT ✨ of the purchase price goes to BINC, the nonprofit that helps booksellers who are having a tough time.
I love this audiobook. And BINC. It's a win-win!
libro.fm/binc
When you purchase the audiobook of my novel Lessons in Magic and Disaster between now and Feb. 12, ✨ 100 PERCENT ✨ of the purchase price goes to BINC, the nonprofit that helps booksellers who are having a tough time.
I love this audiobook. And BINC. It's a win-win!
libro.fm/binc
Book Industry Charitable Foundation
Libro.fm is proud to support Binc, the only nonprofit in the United States dedicated to assisting booksellers and comic retailers in need.
libro.fm
February 10, 2026 at 5:26 AM
Amazing news!
When you purchase the audiobook of my novel Lessons in Magic and Disaster between now and Feb. 12, ✨ 100 PERCENT ✨ of the purchase price goes to BINC, the nonprofit that helps booksellers who are having a tough time.
I love this audiobook. And BINC. It's a win-win!
libro.fm/binc
When you purchase the audiobook of my novel Lessons in Magic and Disaster between now and Feb. 12, ✨ 100 PERCENT ✨ of the purchase price goes to BINC, the nonprofit that helps booksellers who are having a tough time.
I love this audiobook. And BINC. It's a win-win!
libro.fm/binc
Reposted by Cecilia Tan
Etsy just kicked witches off their platform.
What could possibly go wrong.
www.vice.com/en/article/e...
What could possibly go wrong.
www.vice.com/en/article/e...
Etsy Witches Say Spell Casting Is No Longer Welcome on the Platform
For years, you could hire someone on Etsy to curse an evil ex, protect your home, or manifest better luck. Well, until now.
www.vice.com
February 9, 2026 at 4:12 PM
Etsy just kicked witches off their platform.
What could possibly go wrong.
www.vice.com/en/article/e...
What could possibly go wrong.
www.vice.com/en/article/e...
Reposted by Cecilia Tan
“The AI in the study probably prompted doctors to become over-reliant on its recommendations, ‘leading to clinicians becoming less motivated, less focused, and less responsible when making cognitive decisions without AI assistance,’ the scientists said in the paper.”
AI Eroded Doctors’ Ability to Spot Cancer Within Months in Study
Artificial intelligence, touted for its potential to transform medicine, led to some doctors losing skills after just a few months in a new study.
www.bloomberg.com
August 12, 2025 at 11:41 PM
“The AI in the study probably prompted doctors to become over-reliant on its recommendations, ‘leading to clinicians becoming less motivated, less focused, and less responsible when making cognitive decisions without AI assistance,’ the scientists said in the paper.”
Reposted by Cecilia Tan
My rheumatologist has been saying this for years actually. He thoroughly researched how to advise his more vulnerable patients who were in very unique under-studied situations, and it seemed obvious to him.
February 2026 - the BMJ publishes a piece called "Why covid-19 is “a vascular disease masquerading as a respiratory one”
Some of us have been screaming this for years
www.bmj.com/content/392/...
Some of us have been screaming this for years
www.bmj.com/content/392/...
Why covid-19 is “a vascular disease masquerading as a respiratory one”
Covid-19 is not just a respiratory infection. Cardiovascular symptoms are seen in both acute and long covid. Katharine Lang reports on what we’ve learnt since the onset of the pandemic
Cardiovascular...
www.bmj.com
February 10, 2026 at 6:29 AM
My rheumatologist has been saying this for years actually. He thoroughly researched how to advise his more vulnerable patients who were in very unique under-studied situations, and it seemed obvious to him.
Reposted by Cecilia Tan
Chappell Roan is leaving her talent agency led by Casey Wasserman after he appeared in the Epstein files.
February 10, 2026 at 2:08 AM
Chappell Roan is leaving her talent agency led by Casey Wasserman after he appeared in the Epstein files.
Reposted by Cecilia Tan
One of the most miserable things about living in this era is having to watch the stupidest & most arrogant people in the world have to relearn The Why of literally everything good that we collectively do the hard way.
The answer is always ‘Because a bunch of people died, fuckwit.’
The answer is always ‘Because a bunch of people died, fuckwit.’
Dr. Mehmet Oz is calling on Americans to get the measles vaccine as cases spread across the U.S.
Dr. Oz urges 'take the vaccine, please' amid measles outbreaks
Dr. Mehmet Oz is calling on Americans to get the measles vaccine as cases spread across the U.S.
bit.ly
February 10, 2026 at 1:30 AM
One of the most miserable things about living in this era is having to watch the stupidest & most arrogant people in the world have to relearn The Why of literally everything good that we collectively do the hard way.
The answer is always ‘Because a bunch of people died, fuckwit.’
The answer is always ‘Because a bunch of people died, fuckwit.’
Reposted by Cecilia Tan
So, if you like swing jazz, and you like taiko drumming, you will like this three minutes of exuberant joy: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2swY...
Swing Machine | San Jose Taiko and Wesley Jazz Ensemble with Epic Immersive
YouTube video by San Jose Taiko
www.youtube.com
February 10, 2026 at 4:13 AM
So, if you like swing jazz, and you like taiko drumming, you will like this three minutes of exuberant joy: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2swY...
Reposted by Cecilia Tan
Indiana will bar people from changing their gender markers in a few days.
https://hoosier.social/@INCapChronicle_Unofficial/116042324373941026
#trans #lgbtq #indiana #uspol #news
https://hoosier.social/@INCapChronicle_Unofficial/116042324373941026
#trans #lgbtq #indiana #uspol #news
Indiana Capital Chronicle Bot (@INCapChronicle_Unofficial@hoosier.social)
BMV rule barring gender marker changes effective this week https://indianacapitalchronicle.com/briefs/bmv-rule-barring-gender-marker-changes-effective-this-week/ #HoosierNews #IndianaCapitalChronicle
hoosier.social
February 10, 2026 at 4:26 AM
Reposted by Cecilia Tan
I’m never giving an app get my ID. I follow Professor Garfield’s internet safety advice.
February 9, 2026 at 5:47 PM
I’m never giving an app get my ID. I follow Professor Garfield’s internet safety advice.
Reposted by Cecilia Tan
Reposted by Cecilia Tan
February 10, 2026 at 3:10 AM
So, if you like swing jazz, and you like taiko drumming, you will like this three minutes of exuberant joy: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2swY...
Swing Machine | San Jose Taiko and Wesley Jazz Ensemble with Epic Immersive
YouTube video by San Jose Taiko
www.youtube.com
February 10, 2026 at 4:13 AM
So, if you like swing jazz, and you like taiko drumming, you will like this three minutes of exuberant joy: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2swY...
Reposted by Cecilia Tan
Discord is already starting to walk things back a little, so people should keep doing what they're doing (cancel Nitro, leave feedback/criticism, direct contact through support tickets/phone/email/etc)
February 10, 2026 at 1:43 AM
Discord is already starting to walk things back a little, so people should keep doing what they're doing (cancel Nitro, leave feedback/criticism, direct contact through support tickets/phone/email/etc)
Reposted by Cecilia Tan
Simon is great - he lettered a big chunk of the Hulk and Herc books I wrote or co-wrote back in the day, along with MECH CADET YU and RONIN ISLAND and the PRINCESS WHO SAVED books! If you've got work, check him out!
After 22 years as a letterer, I now only have enough regular lettering work to keep me busy for 2 days per week. So if you’re staffing a new project, please keep me in mind as your letterer! Or request me via your editor! Recent clients include DC, Marvel, BOOM, Dark Horse, 2000AD, etc.
Thank you 🙏🏻
Thank you 🙏🏻
February 9, 2026 at 5:56 PM
Simon is great - he lettered a big chunk of the Hulk and Herc books I wrote or co-wrote back in the day, along with MECH CADET YU and RONIN ISLAND and the PRINCESS WHO SAVED books! If you've got work, check him out!
Hey folks? I’m glad we’re here. I know social media can be a hellscape and Bluesky isn’t virtuous, but I feel like lately you all have been bringing me hope, information, real news, action items, validation, and camaraderie (not to mention new music, books & media I should try).
February 9, 2026 at 9:09 PM
Hey folks? I’m glad we’re here. I know social media can be a hellscape and Bluesky isn’t virtuous, but I feel like lately you all have been bringing me hope, information, real news, action items, validation, and camaraderie (not to mention new music, books & media I should try).
Reposted by Cecilia Tan
“'They called us the "suburban housewives" in 2020. We’ve been the "Chardonnay Antifa." Now they’re saying the "wine moms" are paid protesters. We’ve been "soccer moms" and Zoom moms." I think all of that is meant to reduce us, as a group of women who actually do have political power,' Paris said."
The original ‘wine moms’ are in Ohio. They’re mobilizing to support Haitians in Springfield.
Katie Paris founded Red, Wine & Blue to harness suburban women's political power — now more than 600,000 members are deploying it to oppose ICE in their communities.
19thnews.org
February 9, 2026 at 8:00 PM
“'They called us the "suburban housewives" in 2020. We’ve been the "Chardonnay Antifa." Now they’re saying the "wine moms" are paid protesters. We’ve been "soccer moms" and Zoom moms." I think all of that is meant to reduce us, as a group of women who actually do have political power,' Paris said."
Reposted by Cecilia Tan
Heads up that this same company runs Emerald City Comic-Con, PAX, and others
Authors Alix E. Harrow, Olivie Blake, and more raise concerns about BookCon 2026
Authors Publish Open Letter Condemning BookCon Organizer’s Parent Company RELX Over ICE Ties - Reactor
Authors Alix E. Harrow, Olivie Blake, and more raise concerns about BookCon 2026
reactormag.com
February 9, 2026 at 8:02 PM
Heads up that this same company runs Emerald City Comic-Con, PAX, and others
Reposted by Cecilia Tan
oh heyyyyy this is on friday! Tasting Menu: Queer Erotica Reading - online, by donation, with Charis books!
with me, Laura Antoniou, Tobi Hill-Meyer, Kiki DeLovely, Rose Knottyrotica, & laura q!
RSVP here pls:
charisbooksandmore.com/event/2026-0...
with me, Laura Antoniou, Tobi Hill-Meyer, Kiki DeLovely, Rose Knottyrotica, & laura q!
RSVP here pls:
charisbooksandmore.com/event/2026-0...
February 9, 2026 at 8:55 PM
oh heyyyyy this is on friday! Tasting Menu: Queer Erotica Reading - online, by donation, with Charis books!
with me, Laura Antoniou, Tobi Hill-Meyer, Kiki DeLovely, Rose Knottyrotica, & laura q!
RSVP here pls:
charisbooksandmore.com/event/2026-0...
with me, Laura Antoniou, Tobi Hill-Meyer, Kiki DeLovely, Rose Knottyrotica, & laura q!
RSVP here pls:
charisbooksandmore.com/event/2026-0...
Reposted by Cecilia Tan
Most political performances don't accomplish anything this concrete btw. I applaud the people who've pulled this off.
‘Rage knitting’ against the machine: the hobbyists putting anti-ICE messages into crafts
Makers take a stand through ‘Melt the ICE’ red knit caps and sparkly nails – all while raising funds for those affected by immigration raids
www.theguardian.com
February 9, 2026 at 3:06 PM
Most political performances don't accomplish anything this concrete btw. I applaud the people who've pulled this off.
Reposted by Cecilia Tan
a nice thing about when the internet was a bunch of little sites and servers was that it was a lot harder for governments to pressure "the chat provider everyone uses" to implement age verification.
you wanna pressure 300 separate IRC servers? good luck with that. but one company? easy
you wanna pressure 300 separate IRC servers? good luck with that. but one company? easy
February 9, 2026 at 8:00 PM
a nice thing about when the internet was a bunch of little sites and servers was that it was a lot harder for governments to pressure "the chat provider everyone uses" to implement age verification.
you wanna pressure 300 separate IRC servers? good luck with that. but one company? easy
you wanna pressure 300 separate IRC servers? good luck with that. but one company? easy
Reposted by Cecilia Tan
Authors Alix E. Harrow, Olivie Blake, and more raise concerns about BookCon 2026
Authors Publish Open Letter Condemning BookCon Organizer’s Parent Company RELX Over ICE Ties - Reactor
Authors Alix E. Harrow, Olivie Blake, and more raise concerns about BookCon 2026
reactormag.com
February 9, 2026 at 7:59 PM
Authors Alix E. Harrow, Olivie Blake, and more raise concerns about BookCon 2026
Welp. I seem to have come down with a classic case of con crud, and not COVID. I’m testing negative but I woke up with a scratchy throat yesterday and it’s worse today. Blargh, but I am happy it doesn’t seem to be COVID (or flu)
February 9, 2026 at 8:07 PM
Welp. I seem to have come down with a classic case of con crud, and not COVID. I’m testing negative but I woke up with a scratchy throat yesterday and it’s worse today. Blargh, but I am happy it doesn’t seem to be COVID (or flu)
Reposted by Cecilia Tan
To all my fellow writers out there -- if you get a call or email from Epistle Media LLC, block them.
They called me last week and told me that they wanted to acquire my book. When I ask them which one, "Chloe" paused and then pulled out "John Zebedee Meets the Heir of the Elvenlands." 1/7
They called me last week and told me that they wanted to acquire my book. When I ask them which one, "Chloe" paused and then pulled out "John Zebedee Meets the Heir of the Elvenlands." 1/7
January 26, 2026 at 7:25 PM
To all my fellow writers out there -- if you get a call or email from Epistle Media LLC, block them.
They called me last week and told me that they wanted to acquire my book. When I ask them which one, "Chloe" paused and then pulled out "John Zebedee Meets the Heir of the Elvenlands." 1/7
They called me last week and told me that they wanted to acquire my book. When I ask them which one, "Chloe" paused and then pulled out "John Zebedee Meets the Heir of the Elvenlands." 1/7