Jenna Avery
@jennaavery.bsky.social
Sci-fi & space fantasy screenwriter. Editor. Urbanist. Mama of 2. No AI.
Scripts: https://jennaavery.com
ISA: https://www.networkisa.org/profile/jennaavery
IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5882986
For writers: https://www.jennaavery.com/for-writers
Scripts: https://jennaavery.com
ISA: https://www.networkisa.org/profile/jennaavery
IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5882986
For writers: https://www.jennaavery.com/for-writers
What if film critics were more like olympic hosts? Commenting about how well cast and crew pull off difficult things? Mourning alongside them when mistakes happen? Maybe it doesn’t comp, but I like the idea of focusing on successes.
February 8, 2026 at 2:08 AM
What if film critics were more like olympic hosts? Commenting about how well cast and crew pull off difficult things? Mourning alongside them when mistakes happen? Maybe it doesn’t comp, but I like the idea of focusing on successes.
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Asimov's actions, and the tolerance-up-to-celebration of it, absolutely drove women out of field and out of fandom, and made it easier for others in the field, writers, editors and fans, to follow his lead for decades. Asimov pinching asses was not about his work. It kept women and their work out.
February 5, 2026 at 9:54 PM
Asimov's actions, and the tolerance-up-to-celebration of it, absolutely drove women out of field and out of fandom, and made it easier for others in the field, writers, editors and fans, to follow his lead for decades. Asimov pinching asses was not about his work. It kept women and their work out.
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It’s good messaging, and Democrats across the country should be using it. And it’s powerful because it’s simple and connects concerns of the working and middle class to an admin that is hostile to those concerns and is instead laser-focused on elite impunity and interested of the uber-wealthy.
Ossoff: We were told that MAGA was for working-class Americans. But this is a government of, by, and for the ultra-rich. It’s the wealthiest Cabinet ever. This is the Epstein class. They are the elites they pretend to hate.
February 7, 2026 at 10:48 PM
It’s good messaging, and Democrats across the country should be using it. And it’s powerful because it’s simple and connects concerns of the working and middle class to an admin that is hostile to those concerns and is instead laser-focused on elite impunity and interested of the uber-wealthy.
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Ossoff: We were told that MAGA was for working-class Americans. But this is a government of, by, and for the ultra-rich. It’s the wealthiest Cabinet ever. This is the Epstein class. They are the elites they pretend to hate.
February 7, 2026 at 7:57 PM
Ossoff: We were told that MAGA was for working-class Americans. But this is a government of, by, and for the ultra-rich. It’s the wealthiest Cabinet ever. This is the Epstein class. They are the elites they pretend to hate.
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In case you are on the fence about coming to one of my remaining Books & Bewitchment events, here is my attempt to woo you to the pink side. I'll be in Knoxville, TN at Good Girl Books today, in Greenville, SC on Monday, and in Asheville, NC on Tuesday, plus Love Y'all Fest in Decatur 2/14-15!
February 7, 2026 at 2:32 PM
In case you are on the fence about coming to one of my remaining Books & Bewitchment events, here is my attempt to woo you to the pink side. I'll be in Knoxville, TN at Good Girl Books today, in Greenville, SC on Monday, and in Asheville, NC on Tuesday, plus Love Y'all Fest in Decatur 2/14-15!
“I have learned that being politically correct is lost on haters so I speak the language that they understand.“
February 7, 2026 at 6:15 PM
“I have learned that being politically correct is lost on haters so I speak the language that they understand.“
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this is so funny, god bless louise lucas, Hero of the Commonwealth
February 7, 2026 at 2:20 PM
this is so funny, god bless louise lucas, Hero of the Commonwealth
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I feel like Los Angeles is a place where people expect ICE to happen because the kidnappings have been happening to my home city for decades, so there’s less media attention to it now. and I want folks to see that in LA, Latine students are organizing major protests & the police are attacking them
LAPD Charges at Hundreds of High School Students in Peaceful Walkout Protest at MDC ~ L.A. TACO
LAPD arrested at least two teenagers protesting ICE raids in Los Angeles yesterday. They were also seen corresponding with ICE agents on Alameda Street during the demonstrations.
lataco.com
February 7, 2026 at 2:10 PM
I feel like Los Angeles is a place where people expect ICE to happen because the kidnappings have been happening to my home city for decades, so there’s less media attention to it now. and I want folks to see that in LA, Latine students are organizing major protests & the police are attacking them
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on the balance i think partisan gerrymandering is bad but the only way it ends is if democrats weaponize it against republicans everywhere they can. wiping out republican lawmakers in blue states might bring the GOP to the table to end the practice.
February 7, 2026 at 2:35 PM
on the balance i think partisan gerrymandering is bad but the only way it ends is if democrats weaponize it against republicans everywhere they can. wiping out republican lawmakers in blue states might bring the GOP to the table to end the practice.
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And here is the latest umpteenth article about Substack that makes it plain for readers to understand:
Substack. Platforms. Nazis!!!
Substack. Platforms. Nazis!!!
“The global publishing platform Substack is generating revenue from newsletters that promote virulent Nazi ideology, white supremacy and antisemitism, a Guardian investigation has found…” www.theguardian.com/media/2026/f...
Revealed: How Substack makes money from hosting Nazi newsletters
Exclusive: Site takes a cut of subscriptions to content that promotes far-right ideology, white supremacy and antisemitism
www.theguardian.com
February 7, 2026 at 5:34 PM
And here is the latest umpteenth article about Substack that makes it plain for readers to understand:
Substack. Platforms. Nazis!!!
Substack. Platforms. Nazis!!!
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Thank you! Such challenging locations to film in the middle of winter, including Leadville, 10,000 feet high in the Rockies. Mad respect for cast and crew. At times the temperature dropped to -25F!
@galeannehurd.bsky.social I just noticed you were the producer on Switchback (1997). It's a strong action/thriller -- but what makes it spectacular is the location work. The film has such a beautiful and evocative sense of place.
Switchback (1997) ⭐ 6.4 | Crime, Mystery, Thriller
1h 58m | R
www.imdb.com
February 7, 2026 at 1:06 PM
Thank you! Such challenging locations to film in the middle of winter, including Leadville, 10,000 feet high in the Rockies. Mad respect for cast and crew. At times the temperature dropped to -25F!
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The showrunner is reviewing your script. She points out a joke that she absolutely loves, but you didn’t come up with it; another writer pitched it. What do you? Here’s a quick #Scriptsky #Screenwriting thread on when to credit others, when to take credit, and when to keep your mouth shut.
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February 7, 2026 at 2:36 PM
The showrunner is reviewing your script. She points out a joke that she absolutely loves, but you didn’t come up with it; another writer pitched it. What do you? Here’s a quick #Scriptsky #Screenwriting thread on when to credit others, when to take credit, and when to keep your mouth shut.
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OMG it happened again. Same video platform as last time (not zoom, I misspoke), I mentioned something I don’t usually talk about out loud and now POW an ad for that thing, this time on my iPad as an in-game ad.
I said the word "neuropathy" during a zoom meeting at 10 a.m.
Less than 5 hours later (first time I've opened Safari on my phone since), I'm seeing ads about neuropathy on my phone. FFS. And here I feel like I've done a fairly good job following all the guides to limit listening/access, etc.
Less than 5 hours later (first time I've opened Safari on my phone since), I'm seeing ads about neuropathy on my phone. FFS. And here I feel like I've done a fairly good job following all the guides to limit listening/access, etc.
February 7, 2026 at 7:32 AM
OMG it happened again. Same video platform as last time (not zoom, I misspoke), I mentioned something I don’t usually talk about out loud and now POW an ad for that thing, this time on my iPad as an in-game ad.
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GM: Charisma check.
Mamdani: [rolls natural 20]
GM: that’s a d6 how did you
Mamdani: [direct to camera] Did you know you can check out board games at your local public library? 😊
Mamdani: [rolls natural 20]
GM: that’s a d6 how did you
Mamdani: [direct to camera] Did you know you can check out board games at your local public library? 😊
February 7, 2026 at 5:01 AM
GM: Charisma check.
Mamdani: [rolls natural 20]
GM: that’s a d6 how did you
Mamdani: [direct to camera] Did you know you can check out board games at your local public library? 😊
Mamdani: [rolls natural 20]
GM: that’s a d6 how did you
Mamdani: [direct to camera] Did you know you can check out board games at your local public library? 😊
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Democratizing the arts looks like universal income, low-barrier grants for both emerging and working artists, well-funded municipal arts & recreation programs, vibrant third spaces, and a well-funded public school system with progressive curriculum.
Not a free pass for corporate-owned slop engines.
Not a free pass for corporate-owned slop engines.
Every instance of "AI democratizes the arts, you're classist and ableist and a gatekeeper for trying to stop it" is a slap in the face to the literally centuries of poor, disabled people making art on the margins and a crass lie in service of a machine that strips down and regurgitates dreams
February 7, 2026 at 12:58 AM
Democratizing the arts looks like universal income, low-barrier grants for both emerging and working artists, well-funded municipal arts & recreation programs, vibrant third spaces, and a well-funded public school system with progressive curriculum.
Not a free pass for corporate-owned slop engines.
Not a free pass for corporate-owned slop engines.
Okay #scriptchat I'm signing off too. So glad to connect with you all. Happy writing, and see you soon. #scriptsky
February 7, 2026 at 2:09 AM
Okay #scriptchat I'm signing off too. So glad to connect with you all. Happy writing, and see you soon. #scriptsky
So... I've had *reasonably* good results with Deck Blue again tonight, #scriptchat. I've got the refresh rate set to every 15 seconds for our hashtag and it seems to be working...
In case you want to try it for next time.
deck.blue
In case you want to try it for next time.
deck.blue
February 7, 2026 at 2:01 AM
So... I've had *reasonably* good results with Deck Blue again tonight, #scriptchat. I've got the refresh rate set to every 15 seconds for our hashtag and it seems to be working...
In case you want to try it for next time.
deck.blue
In case you want to try it for next time.
deck.blue
Speaking of trying to remember TV shows I want to watch, h/t to @juliebenson.bsky.social for mentioning the TV Time app in her recent blog post about generals. I'm finding it super handy. #scriptchat
Thanks for the reminder — I haven't seen that show yet but I've been wanting to. #scriptchat #scriptsky
February 7, 2026 at 1:55 AM
Speaking of trying to remember TV shows I want to watch, h/t to @juliebenson.bsky.social for mentioning the TV Time app in her recent blog post about generals. I'm finding it super handy. #scriptchat
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Crowdfunding for my short film closed today - 114%, so a little bit past the initial goal
Post-production covered, and the balance will go towards film festival fees
#scriptsky #scriptchat
Post-production covered, and the balance will go towards film festival fees
#scriptsky #scriptchat
February 7, 2026 at 1:49 AM
Crowdfunding for my short film closed today - 114%, so a little bit past the initial goal
Post-production covered, and the balance will go towards film festival fees
#scriptsky #scriptchat
Post-production covered, and the balance will go towards film festival fees
#scriptsky #scriptchat
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Oh, actually, here's a mini-topic: How do you write a one-pager?
I asked this separately on my feed today and got a few interesting answers, but figure their might be different opinions here. #scriptchat
I asked this separately on my feed today and got a few interesting answers, but figure their might be different opinions here. #scriptchat
February 7, 2026 at 1:41 AM
Oh, actually, here's a mini-topic: How do you write a one-pager?
I asked this separately on my feed today and got a few interesting answers, but figure their might be different opinions here. #scriptchat
I asked this separately on my feed today and got a few interesting answers, but figure their might be different opinions here. #scriptchat
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#scriptchat #scriptsky I launched my personal brand website could use some feedback on it. www.lotterverse.com
Lotterverse
A personal and marketing website showcasing screenplays, designed to highlight cinematic narratives and connect with potential collaborators.
www.lotterverse.com
February 7, 2026 at 1:15 AM
#scriptchat #scriptsky I launched my personal brand website could use some feedback on it. www.lotterverse.com
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So, how's the writing going? Any fun things you're all working on? Or topics you want to chat about? #scriptchat
a man in a suit and tie has the word question written on his chest
ALT: a man in a suit and tie has the word question written on his chest
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February 7, 2026 at 1:24 AM
So, how's the writing going? Any fun things you're all working on? Or topics you want to chat about? #scriptchat
What's keeping me going: READING. And cooking, rewatching Downton Abbey, watching some new stuff, writing, family time. #scriptchat #scriptsky
What's been keeping you going, #ScriptChat? Mentally, emotionally, creatively? 😵 #Scriptsky
For me, cooking new recipes, walks, and working on a new novel.
For me, cooking new recipes, walks, and working on a new novel.
February 7, 2026 at 1:17 AM
What's keeping me going: READING. And cooking, rewatching Downton Abbey, watching some new stuff, writing, family time. #scriptchat #scriptsky
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What's been keeping you going, #ScriptChat? Mentally, emotionally, creatively? 😵 #Scriptsky
For me, cooking new recipes, walks, and working on a new novel.
For me, cooking new recipes, walks, and working on a new novel.
February 7, 2026 at 1:13 AM
What's been keeping you going, #ScriptChat? Mentally, emotionally, creatively? 😵 #Scriptsky
For me, cooking new recipes, walks, and working on a new novel.
For me, cooking new recipes, walks, and working on a new novel.
Wins: Submitting an outline for notes today! #scriptchat #scriptsky
February 7, 2026 at 1:11 AM
Wins: Submitting an outline for notes today! #scriptchat #scriptsky