Kip Koelsch
@kipauthor.bsky.social
Author of Wendall's Lullaby & Delphys Rising, the space opera Saga of the Cerulean Universe, and The Peculiar Affliction of Thomas Wade Duncan. Paddler. Mountain biker. Runner. Ocean-lover. Cat dad. Hooband.
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“THE PECULIAR AFFLICTION OF THOMAS WADE DUNCAN is a tightly written supernatural tale that brings to mind the mystery adventures of yesteryear, blending supernatural chills and haunting atmosphere.”
~Rob Errera for IndieReader
Available at: a.co/d/8F6HQoc
~Rob Errera for IndieReader
Available at: a.co/d/8F6HQoc
"The Party told you to reject the evidence of your eyes and ears. It was their final, most essential command."
-George Orwell, 1984
-George Orwell, 1984
January 8, 2026 at 10:28 AM
"The Party told you to reject the evidence of your eyes and ears. It was their final, most essential command."
-George Orwell, 1984
-George Orwell, 1984
Darryl enjoying the gorgeous windows-open weather and the view of our backyard garden…at least until Kedi arrived…
January 7, 2026 at 8:46 PM
Darryl enjoying the gorgeous windows-open weather and the view of our backyard garden…at least until Kedi arrived…
Sunrise.
Indian River Lagoon.
Indian River Lagoon.
January 7, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Sunrise.
Indian River Lagoon.
Indian River Lagoon.
Beautiful morning for my paddling workout on the Indian River Lagoon. A steady 11.25 miles in great conditions.
January 7, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Beautiful morning for my paddling workout on the Indian River Lagoon. A steady 11.25 miles in great conditions.
I paused briefly to watch this huge flock this morning 😊
January 7, 2026 at 1:48 PM
I paused briefly to watch this huge flock this morning 😊
Most of my time this week will be spent wrapping up my class prep for the new semester at Eastern Florida State College. I’m teaching two 8-week classes: Developmental Reading and then Developmental Writing.
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January 7, 2026 at 10:13 AM
Most of my time this week will be spent wrapping up my class prep for the new semester at Eastern Florida State College. I’m teaching two 8-week classes: Developmental Reading and then Developmental Writing.
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Gm workout this morning 💪
January 6, 2026 at 12:23 PM
Gm workout this morning 💪
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A dark, Civil War-era tale of addiction, witchcraft, and an uncertain redemption.
The Peculiar Affliction of Thomas Wade Duncan is now 99 cents: a.co/d/aqNIlrc
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The Peculiar Affliction of Thomas Wade Duncan is now 99 cents: a.co/d/aqNIlrc
#HistoricalFiction #novella #gothicfiction #witchcraft #indieauthor #addiction #opiates #WritingCommunity
January 4, 2026 at 9:35 PM
A dark, Civil War-era tale of addiction, witchcraft, and an uncertain redemption.
The Peculiar Affliction of Thomas Wade Duncan is now 99 cents: a.co/d/aqNIlrc
#HistoricalFiction #novella #gothicfiction #witchcraft #indieauthor #addiction #opiates #WritingCommunity
The Peculiar Affliction of Thomas Wade Duncan is now 99 cents: a.co/d/aqNIlrc
#HistoricalFiction #novella #gothicfiction #witchcraft #indieauthor #addiction #opiates #WritingCommunity
Thick fog kept me close to shore and in the shallows for most of today’s 10.25 miles. Some good strength endurance paddling for sure 😉
January 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Thick fog kept me close to shore and in the shallows for most of today’s 10.25 miles. Some good strength endurance paddling for sure 😉
A dark, Civil War-era tale of addiction, witchcraft, and an uncertain redemption.
The Peculiar Affliction of Thomas Wade Duncan is now 99 cents: a.co/d/aqNIlrc
#HistoricalFiction #novella #gothicfiction #witchcraft #indieauthor #addiction #opiates #WritingCommunity
The Peculiar Affliction of Thomas Wade Duncan is now 99 cents: a.co/d/aqNIlrc
#HistoricalFiction #novella #gothicfiction #witchcraft #indieauthor #addiction #opiates #WritingCommunity
January 4, 2026 at 9:35 PM
A dark, Civil War-era tale of addiction, witchcraft, and an uncertain redemption.
The Peculiar Affliction of Thomas Wade Duncan is now 99 cents: a.co/d/aqNIlrc
#HistoricalFiction #novella #gothicfiction #witchcraft #indieauthor #addiction #opiates #WritingCommunity
The Peculiar Affliction of Thomas Wade Duncan is now 99 cents: a.co/d/aqNIlrc
#HistoricalFiction #novella #gothicfiction #witchcraft #indieauthor #addiction #opiates #WritingCommunity
Hamish and Darryl caught being best friends on a Caturday afternoon 😻
January 4, 2026 at 10:27 AM
Hamish and Darryl caught being best friends on a Caturday afternoon 😻
A wonderful new review for The Peculiar Affliction of Thomas Wade Duncan! And the Kindle edition also happens to be on sale for just 99 cents: a.co/d/8CBJ9WP
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#historicalfiction #atmosphericfiction #literaryfiction #CivilWar #addiction #witchcraft #BookRecommendations
January 3, 2026 at 1:37 PM
A wonderful new review for The Peculiar Affliction of Thomas Wade Duncan! And the Kindle edition also happens to be on sale for just 99 cents: a.co/d/8CBJ9WP
#historicalfiction #atmosphericfiction #literaryfiction #CivilWar #addiction #witchcraft #BookRecommendations
#historicalfiction #atmosphericfiction #literaryfiction #CivilWar #addiction #witchcraft #BookRecommendations
Thank you for the wonderful review!
My ⭐⭐⭐⭐ review of 'Resonance' by @kipauthor.bsky.social
A powerful and moving short story.
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A powerful and moving short story.
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Tanweer Dar's review of RESONANCE
4/5: A great little story about memories, relationships and identity. Koelsch is a great storyteller (I've read his work before, and enjoyed it). 'Resonance' was definitely a powerful and moving quick...
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January 3, 2026 at 11:30 AM
Thank you for the wonderful review!
Continued the day with breakfast at our favorite breakfast place—Beachside Cafe. Then, exploring the trails of Indian River Lagoon Preserve State Park on our bikes. A great day so far!!!
January 2, 2026 at 7:52 PM
Continued the day with breakfast at our favorite breakfast place—Beachside Cafe. Then, exploring the trails of Indian River Lagoon Preserve State Park on our bikes. A great day so far!!!
Moon setting over the entrance to the Eau Gallie River as I set out on a 10-mile paddle this morning 😊
January 2, 2026 at 7:48 PM
Moon setting over the entrance to the Eau Gallie River as I set out on a 10-mile paddle this morning 😊
I’m honored and hope you enjoy the read!
January 1, 2026 at 6:39 PM
I’m honored and hope you enjoy the read!
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January 1, 2026 at 10:44 AM
My newest book is a short, haunting meditation on memory, loss, and identity, framed by a supernatural mystery.
RESONANCE: a.co/d/3oVwSt4
RESONANCE: a.co/d/3oVwSt4
December 31, 2025 at 7:17 PM
My newest book is a short, haunting meditation on memory, loss, and identity, framed by a supernatural mystery.
RESONANCE: a.co/d/3oVwSt4
RESONANCE: a.co/d/3oVwSt4
My highlights as an author since moving to #Melbourne a year ago:
1. Joining the Space Coast Writers Guild.
2. Publishing RESONANCE after nearly two years working on the story.
3. Getting out to local events to meet readers and sell my books.
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1. Joining the Space Coast Writers Guild.
2. Publishing RESONANCE after nearly two years working on the story.
3. Getting out to local events to meet readers and sell my books.
#5amwritersclub #indieauthors #writingcommunity
December 30, 2025 at 1:49 PM
My highlights as an author since moving to #Melbourne a year ago:
1. Joining the Space Coast Writers Guild.
2. Publishing RESONANCE after nearly two years working on the story.
3. Getting out to local events to meet readers and sell my books.
#5amwritersclub #indieauthors #writingcommunity
1. Joining the Space Coast Writers Guild.
2. Publishing RESONANCE after nearly two years working on the story.
3. Getting out to local events to meet readers and sell my books.
#5amwritersclub #indieauthors #writingcommunity
Beautiful morning for a steady 13 miles and change. North through Pineda Causeway and back. Oddly bright with the sea fog trying hard (and ultimately failing) to develop.
December 29, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Beautiful morning for a steady 13 miles and change. North through Pineda Causeway and back. Oddly bright with the sea fog trying hard (and ultimately failing) to develop.
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On sale, just 99c 📚 > “Drama, intrigue and conspiracies in a solid work” (Amazon reviewer) 👇✨📚 #BookSky #ReaderSky #ScienceThriller
Dive into the epic mystery that blends political conspiracy and national security with the quest to save hundreds of beached and dying dolphins.
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Get it today: a.co/d/8xMI5Bi
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December 29, 2025 at 1:16 PM
On sale, just 99c 📚 > “Drama, intrigue and conspiracies in a solid work” (Amazon reviewer) 👇✨📚 #BookSky #ReaderSky #ScienceThriller
💪 A great gym workout this morning.
✍️Then, I made more good progress on my short story WIP. Meow!
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✍️Then, I made more good progress on my short story WIP. Meow!
#5amwritersclub #IndieAuthor
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December 28, 2025 at 5:08 PM
💪 A great gym workout this morning.
✍️Then, I made more good progress on my short story WIP. Meow!
#5amwritersclub #IndieAuthor
✍️Then, I made more good progress on my short story WIP. Meow!
#5amwritersclub #IndieAuthor
Started the day with a 3-mile run with Jules, followed by a respectable 10-mile paddle.
December 27, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Started the day with a 3-mile run with Jules, followed by a respectable 10-mile paddle.
Clebrating one year in our new home! The culmination of one of the most stressful weeks of the most stressful three months.
Again, I’d like to thank everyone who supported us after the hurricane and in our huge leap of faith.
Again, I’d like to thank everyone who supported us after the hurricane and in our huge leap of faith.
December 27, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Clebrating one year in our new home! The culmination of one of the most stressful weeks of the most stressful three months.
Again, I’d like to thank everyone who supported us after the hurricane and in our huge leap of faith.
Again, I’d like to thank everyone who supported us after the hurricane and in our huge leap of faith.