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C. Jean Downer
@cjeandowner.bsky.social
🏳️‍🌈Poet and novelist of sapphic stories with diverse characters because we all deserve to escape into the pages of a book and find our truths.

https://www.cjeandowner.com/

Author with @bellabooks.bsky.soci
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November 15, 2025 at 12:26 AM
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Psst, we have books and we're open 24/7!!
November 14, 2025 at 9:36 PM
Dystopian literature asks us, “What if?” And wow, did the question in The Wilding of Em’s Path seize the kairos of our moment. Wrenn's story of resistance and hope is a must-read and must-have addition to your library!
#bookrecommendations #sapphicbooks
November 15, 2025 at 12:17 AM
Week 2 Update for #swag4gcls!

Please help me keep my derrière in the chair!

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to continue their remarkable support of sapphic fiction!

Thanks to everyone for supporting me and all the participating authors!

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November 12, 2025 at 4:33 PM
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📽️ A recent immigrant, left to raise her newborn alone in an alien world, discovers her own strength through the gentle grace of a neighbor who sees her worth when she cannot. 💃🏽 We appreciate this recognition for our film. #USA #India #immigration #family #movie #Scotland #film
October 27, 2025 at 3:36 PM
It's tattered, yellowed, and pages have been lovingly tucked back in place. Just the signs that I've treasured this collection since buying it in 1986. I hope you feel inspired by Walker's always sublime and timely poetry ❤️

#amreading #poetrylovers
October 27, 2025 at 4:35 PM
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'I know of witches who whistle at different pitches, calling things that don't have names.'

Helen Oyeyemi, White Is for Witching

#BookWormSat

🎨 Gwenda Morgan, Midnight Madness - Witches on Night Flight
October 25, 2025 at 2:11 PM
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Cat and kittens
October 25, 2025 at 7:26 PM
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Three Must-Reads for October.
October 25, 2025 at 3:21 PM
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Now Available Everywhere!
October 25, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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A middle finger to erasure.

More of this, please. Now do Black Lives Matter!
October 23, 2025 at 12:33 PM
Our realtor asked me to box up my books last year. I did. But I couldn't take being without them any longer, so my daughter helped me open over twenty boxes in storage and reclaim my favourites. I feel happier ❤️

#booksbooksbooks #poetrylovers #writerslife📚 #reading
October 22, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Wow. The sixth book of the Robert Langdon series was a thrilling ride and reads like a uni lecture about the nature of consciousness and Noetic science. Fabulous setting in Prague. Incredible characters. Made me want to dive into Noetics 👏❤️

#bookrecommendation
October 19, 2025 at 9:49 PM
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Turns out, sometimes it's easy being green. 🐸

See you all you Amphifans on OCTOBER 18TH!
The Ballad of the Portland Frog Brigade
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October 16, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Like Charmed? Dresden Files? Then start the Sloane West Mystery Series today. Book one on sale now at @bellabooks.bsky.social

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#booksale #urbanfantasy #urbanfantasyseries #mysterybooks #wlw #lesfic #sapphicbooks
October 15, 2025 at 4:24 PM
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We are happy to announce a new romance by Y.L. Wigman. Watch for Radiance is Blooming coming in January. Pre order your copy today.
October 15, 2025 at 1:02 PM
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It’s that time of year when things might go bump in the night! These eBooks are on sale for $5.99. Limited time!
October 14, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Hiding
October 14, 2025 at 5:44 PM
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Take a look at Beth Strauss' Tangled Webs. This title is a Bella Books October release. For more information on this title visit bellbooks.com/product/9781642476941e/
October 14, 2025 at 2:53 PM
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📽️ When abandonment and cultural isolation threaten to destroy a new mother's spirit, a passing acquaintance proves that home isn't a place—it's the people who choose to care. #immigrant #USA #India #SemiFinalist We are grateful for the recognition of our short #film.
October 14, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Deep appreciation to Allyson Whipple, founding editor, and Kelly Barnes Sargent, guest editor, of Haiku Summer Girl, for nominating my poem for a 2025 Touchstone Award. I’m honoured and grateful for the kind recognition. Congratulations to all the nominees for this year’s award.
October 14, 2025 at 5:55 PM
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Just an FYI for #bannedbooksweek. This fight isn't about books. It's about freedom.

#TLSky #TLSkyChat #Booksky #Edusky #Librarians #Skybrarians
October 9, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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Author Justice Woods tells us about Pillow Talk, her debut romance with Bella Books.
October 10, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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📽️ When abandonment and cultural isolation threaten to destroy a new mother's spirit, a passing acquaintance proves that home isn't a place—it's the people who choose to care. #immigrant #USA #India💃🏽 See our #film in Albany, NY on 10/11 at 11am. Tickets: tinyurl.com/3m7dwedz
October 7, 2025 at 4:50 PM
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October 6, 2025 at 7:05 PM