Jae Koyanagi
@jaekoyanagi.com
Author, Otherwise Award Honor List, Repped by Russ Galen. Writing non-human fantasy featuring a monster romance. 🐙
Autistic, queer, D&D player, dog mom. Pfp: @starace.bsky.social. Banner: @sovka.bsky.social
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https://jaekoyanagi.carrd.co
Autistic, queer, D&D player, dog mom. Pfp: @starace.bsky.social. Banner: @sovka.bsky.social
🚫genAI🚫
https://jaekoyanagi.carrd.co
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Jae Koyanagi
@jaekoyanagi.com
· Jul 16
Intro post! I'm Jae (formerly Jacqueline) Koyanagi, author of the sci-fantasy novel Ascension, among other things: jaekoyanagi.com
Currently, I'm deep into writing the first book of a character-driven romantic fantasy trilogy set in a lush, unusual world where divine magic abounds.
Currently, I'm deep into writing the first book of a character-driven romantic fantasy trilogy set in a lush, unusual world where divine magic abounds.
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A reminder that the key to writing is getting the very best out of your brain, but in order to get the best out of it you have to take care of your mental health. Stress, concern, and depression will take a toll on your work. So always make sure to take care of YOU and you'll get your best work.
December 27, 2025 at 6:45 PM
A reminder that the key to writing is getting the very best out of your brain, but in order to get the best out of it you have to take care of your mental health. Stress, concern, and depression will take a toll on your work. So always make sure to take care of YOU and you'll get your best work.
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For those who have just left twitter/X and are afraid for their financial security as they try to rebuild, I want to share my experience as it will hopefully provide a bit of comfort.
Earlier this year I ran a Kickstarter. Bsky outperformed Twitter for backers by more than 3x.
Earlier this year I ran a Kickstarter. Bsky outperformed Twitter for backers by more than 3x.
December 27, 2025 at 10:50 PM
For those who have just left twitter/X and are afraid for their financial security as they try to rebuild, I want to share my experience as it will hopefully provide a bit of comfort.
Earlier this year I ran a Kickstarter. Bsky outperformed Twitter for backers by more than 3x.
Earlier this year I ran a Kickstarter. Bsky outperformed Twitter for backers by more than 3x.
Very happy with the words I put down today, so I'm celebrating with a fistful of holiday chocolate courtesy of my husband's coworkers.
December 28, 2025 at 12:17 AM
Very happy with the words I put down today, so I'm celebrating with a fistful of holiday chocolate courtesy of my husband's coworkers.
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Thank you for hosting! 💚
This is Gieva, my dragonborn druid. She's kind and gentle, and believes that there's good in everyone. Her dream is to create the greatest botanical compendium in the world — a record of every plant she can find. 🌿
This is Gieva, my dragonborn druid. She's kind and gentle, and believes that there's good in everyone. Her dream is to create the greatest botanical compendium in the world — a record of every plant she can find. 🌿
December 27, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Thank you for hosting! 💚
This is Gieva, my dragonborn druid. She's kind and gentle, and believes that there's good in everyone. Her dream is to create the greatest botanical compendium in the world — a record of every plant she can find. 🌿
This is Gieva, my dragonborn druid. She's kind and gentle, and believes that there's good in everyone. Her dream is to create the greatest botanical compendium in the world — a record of every plant she can find. 🌿
I frequently have to maneuver around Penelope when she sprawls on the floor like this. I don't have the heart to make her move. I mean, just look at her.
December 27, 2025 at 5:43 PM
I frequently have to maneuver around Penelope when she sprawls on the floor like this. I don't have the heart to make her move. I mean, just look at her.
You don't want to miss The Devouring when it's released.
As I will start marketing my debut novel next month, here are some links and such. First, my author website and blog/newsletter: amshilling.com
Next, my author Instagram: instagram.com/amshillingwr...
Thank you for your consideration! Have an excellent new year! #pretendpanel
Next, my author Instagram: instagram.com/amshillingwr...
Thank you for your consideration! Have an excellent new year! #pretendpanel
What a busy time of year, #pretendpanel, but I thank you for being here. While I catch up on your posts from yesterday, you know the drill...
December 27th: Freebie Saturday - post anything!
#WritingCommunity #Writers #Authors #WritingPrompts
December 27th: Freebie Saturday - post anything!
#WritingCommunity #Writers #Authors #WritingPrompts
December 27, 2025 at 3:11 PM
You don't want to miss The Devouring when it's released.
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In creative professions, I've found that it is more important to have friends than to have contacts with an "in." You need relationships that are not transactional to flourish as a human being--and there is no true flourishing that is not flourishing as a human being.
Talking to one of these types at a con who asked how I 'got in' with so many 'famous writers' who I'd been talking to and I said "we made friends before anyone knew who we were decades ago by striking up interesting conversations and enjoying each other's company" and he kept re-asking the question.
They have come to the convention hoping to "break in" and then find themselves -- shocker! -- a "nobody in the book world." Yeah no shit! We all are! I have gently told guys like this a million times that it takes most of us *years* of hard work but they do not believe that could be true for them. +
December 26, 2025 at 11:51 PM
In creative professions, I've found that it is more important to have friends than to have contacts with an "in." You need relationships that are not transactional to flourish as a human being--and there is no true flourishing that is not flourishing as a human being.
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December 24, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Although I love artistic renderings of my characters, when I think about them in general, I visualize them as real, flesh and blood people.
That said, for a visual media adaptation, I'd go with something animated in the style of Arcane.
That said, for a visual media adaptation, I'd go with something animated in the style of Arcane.
December 26, 2025 at 5:42 PM
Although I love artistic renderings of my characters, when I think about them in general, I visualize them as real, flesh and blood people.
That said, for a visual media adaptation, I'd go with something animated in the style of Arcane.
That said, for a visual media adaptation, I'd go with something animated in the style of Arcane.
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The r/fantasy Megasale is going on right now with many-many indie SFF books for free or a dollar!
megasale.yrliu.com
You can find my introspective, lush dark fantasy, Imbued, on sale on amazon but also in lots of other avenues.
Part of the sales go for charity! Get browsing! #BookSky #fantasy
megasale.yrliu.com
You can find my introspective, lush dark fantasy, Imbued, on sale on amazon but also in lots of other avenues.
Part of the sales go for charity! Get browsing! #BookSky #fantasy
r/fantasy MegaSale 2025
The 2025 r/fantasy MegaSale. Dec 26-27. All books free or 99 cents. Money going to charity for each sale or download. Brought to you by Wraithmarked Creative and Space Wizard Science Fantasy.
megasale.yrliu.com
December 26, 2025 at 12:50 PM
The r/fantasy Megasale is going on right now with many-many indie SFF books for free or a dollar!
megasale.yrliu.com
You can find my introspective, lush dark fantasy, Imbued, on sale on amazon but also in lots of other avenues.
Part of the sales go for charity! Get browsing! #BookSky #fantasy
megasale.yrliu.com
You can find my introspective, lush dark fantasy, Imbued, on sale on amazon but also in lots of other avenues.
Part of the sales go for charity! Get browsing! #BookSky #fantasy
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Do all my aliens have extra limbs?
Yes, sir. That is a key feature.
#Vortecc species, my beloved 🤍
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#art #alien #CreatureDesign #sketch
Yes, sir. That is a key feature.
#Vortecc species, my beloved 🤍
.
#art #alien #CreatureDesign #sketch
July 16, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Do all my aliens have extra limbs?
Yes, sir. That is a key feature.
#Vortecc species, my beloved 🤍
.
#art #alien #CreatureDesign #sketch
Yes, sir. That is a key feature.
#Vortecc species, my beloved 🤍
.
#art #alien #CreatureDesign #sketch
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December 25, 2025 at 11:35 PM
I specifically set out to write a couple that communicates well, in a situation that precludes miscommunication. Telepathy (consensual!) makes it difficult to hide things, twist someone's words, or interpret someone uncharitably. Grisira and Deleyora are exceptionally open with each other. (1/2)
Hope you're having a restful Friday, #Smutcember! Today's question:
How well do your characters communicate? This could be verbally or non-verbally, and it could be outside of, before, after, or during intimate encounters.
#WriteSky #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts
How well do your characters communicate? This could be verbally or non-verbally, and it could be outside of, before, after, or during intimate encounters.
#WriteSky #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts
December 26, 2025 at 2:34 PM
I specifically set out to write a couple that communicates well, in a situation that precludes miscommunication. Telepathy (consensual!) makes it difficult to hide things, twist someone's words, or interpret someone uncharitably. Grisira and Deleyora are exceptionally open with each other. (1/2)
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"Hi bluesky. I forgot this place existed!"
*Posts 2 things. Never engages in the community. Doesn't support other creatives.Gets upset the algorithm doesn't automatically reward you for dunking on people. Leaves again after 2 weeks*
"Bluesky is dead, guys."
*Posts 2 things. Never engages in the community. Doesn't support other creatives.Gets upset the algorithm doesn't automatically reward you for dunking on people. Leaves again after 2 weeks*
"Bluesky is dead, guys."
To the influx of artists and people about to join in from another stupid move by shitty bird app, actually use this place. Genuinely, if you just make an account and leave, then there's no point. Try to post here whenever you can.
December 24, 2025 at 7:57 PM
"Hi bluesky. I forgot this place existed!"
*Posts 2 things. Never engages in the community. Doesn't support other creatives.Gets upset the algorithm doesn't automatically reward you for dunking on people. Leaves again after 2 weeks*
"Bluesky is dead, guys."
*Posts 2 things. Never engages in the community. Doesn't support other creatives.Gets upset the algorithm doesn't automatically reward you for dunking on people. Leaves again after 2 weeks*
"Bluesky is dead, guys."
Had to fight through a haze of drowsiness to get any writing done, but I'm pleased with the word count and even more pleased with the words themselves. 🎉
December 24, 2025 at 11:54 PM
Had to fight through a haze of drowsiness to get any writing done, but I'm pleased with the word count and even more pleased with the words themselves. 🎉
Rain is soothing but it sure does make it hard not to fall asleep at my desk.
December 24, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Rain is soothing but it sure does make it hard not to fall asleep at my desk.
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December 24, 2025 at 2:16 PM
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At @casabentbill.bsky.social, we don't have to decorate our trees for the holidays. The toucans take care of that for us.
This Keel-billed Toucan has been watching the banana feeder for ten minutes this morning, making sure it's safe to have a snack. Once it deems it secure, its friends will follow
This Keel-billed Toucan has been watching the banana feeder for ten minutes this morning, making sure it's safe to have a snack. Once it deems it secure, its friends will follow
December 24, 2025 at 3:19 PM
At @casabentbill.bsky.social, we don't have to decorate our trees for the holidays. The toucans take care of that for us.
This Keel-billed Toucan has been watching the banana feeder for ten minutes this morning, making sure it's safe to have a snack. Once it deems it secure, its friends will follow
This Keel-billed Toucan has been watching the banana feeder for ten minutes this morning, making sure it's safe to have a snack. Once it deems it secure, its friends will follow
No toy makes Penelope as happy as her ratty old Ikea puppy.
December 23, 2025 at 7:33 PM
No toy makes Penelope as happy as her ratty old Ikea puppy.
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Trends that are over in 2026: If the only interaction you offer people is when you think they have something to offer you career-wise👎
Trends that we’re embracing in 2026: Genuine interactions and getting to know someone just because👍
Trends that we’re embracing in 2026: Genuine interactions and getting to know someone just because👍
December 23, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Trends that are over in 2026: If the only interaction you offer people is when you think they have something to offer you career-wise👎
Trends that we’re embracing in 2026: Genuine interactions and getting to know someone just because👍
Trends that we’re embracing in 2026: Genuine interactions and getting to know someone just because👍
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I love that I can't get my OWN worlds wrong. I dread writing about our world; I've never understood it. But I have thought through every detail of my made up worlds.
When people don't understand "write what you know" and think it means you have to write about things you personally have experienced/done, and therefore fantasy/sci-fi is out.
Take it from the mouth of the queen herself:
Take it from the mouth of the queen herself:
December 23, 2025 at 5:41 PM
I love that I can't get my OWN worlds wrong. I dread writing about our world; I've never understood it. But I have thought through every detail of my made up worlds.
I *loved* this book. Couldn't put it down; I devoured it in a day and a half.
Dec 23rd's book advent is @aptshadow.bsky.social's Shroud: a wonderfully dark and tense tale of two women accidentally stranded on an incredibly inhospitable planet, a perilous journey to survive, and all the fantastic big ideas and alien weirdness you might love and expect from this author!
📚💙🪐
📚💙🪐
December 23, 2025 at 5:52 PM
I *loved* this book. Couldn't put it down; I devoured it in a day and a half.
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I think this is a really important point. When folks say "no AI" they often don’t mean "I can conceive of no possible use for AI"—they mean "the use cases I’ve been shown do not begin to justify the harms"—that’s not something you respond to by offering another narrow use case
So when I say there is *zero* utility for LLMs, I don't mean there are zero use cases. I mean there are zero use cases that even begin to make up for the damage that's being done.
December 22, 2025 at 9:15 PM
I think this is a really important point. When folks say "no AI" they often don’t mean "I can conceive of no possible use for AI"—they mean "the use cases I’ve been shown do not begin to justify the harms"—that’s not something you respond to by offering another narrow use case