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L. N. Holmes
@lnholmeswriter.bsky.social
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Author of SPACE, COLLISIONS (@ghostcitypress.bsky.social) & THE FLOATING CASTLE | @specawards.bsky.social founder | Stories: Newfound, Barren Magazine, Vestal Review, others | Proud momma 🩵| ✝️

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L. N. Holmes @lnholmeswriter.bsky.social · 26d
Last year was both incredible & super tough. Thank you to all the readers, writers, book influencers, & bookstore owners who helped me launch THE FLOATING CASTLE this year. You are all so deeply appreciated. ❤️ I’m looking forward to all the good things that will come in 2026. 🎉
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I have several upcoming events this year, including four, in-person events scheduled so far. Come see me all across Ohio!
Upcoming Events: Two Book Cons and More!
I have several upcoming events this year, including four, in-person events scheduled so far. Come see me all across Ohio!
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January 28, 2026 at 7:34 PM
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Print copies of THE FLOATING CASTLE are available from Bookshop.org (US) for a limited time for a discount. Shop here and you can raise money for your favorite independent bookstore!
The image is of the listing for The Floating Castle by L. N. Holmes on Bookshop.org. It’s discounted from $19.99 to $18.63. Limited time offer.
January 22, 2026 at 3:33 PM
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I’m so excited to share that The Floating Castle is a 2025 Indie Ink Awards Finalist!
The Floating Castle is an Indie Ink Awards Finalist!
I’m so excited to share that The Floating Castle is a 2025 Indie Ink Awards Finalist!
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January 22, 2026 at 2:51 PM
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I have some special announcements, a few promotional opportunities, and even some Medieval recipes going out in my newsletter today! For those who’ve been wondering about aspic in my novel, this one’s for you! 🙂

The newsletter will go out at 7 PM EST tonight.
January 21, 2026 at 9:25 PM
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Nominations close on January 31 for the 2026 @specawards.bsky.social, & we have sent everyone who signed up or nominated an email. If you haven’t received an email, check your spam folder. Otherwise, let us know. Most are welcome emails; however, some have to do with nominations eligibility.

#SSBA
January 21, 2026 at 2:30 PM
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New Character Art of Emmeline from The Floating Castle

It’s finally time to unveil the character art that I received as a prize for winning second place in the 2025 StarPath Creatives Writing Contest!
New Character Art of Emmeline from The Floating Castle
It’s finally time to unveil the character art that I received as a prize for winning second place in the 2025 StarPath Creatives Writing Contest!
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January 17, 2026 at 9:03 PM
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Exclusively at the Cozy Book Nook, you can buy The Floating Castle and receive a FREE 3D printed dragon!
Buy The Floating Castle and Get a FREE 3D Printed Dragon!
Exclusively at the Cozy Book Nook, you can buy The Floating Castle and receive a FREE 3D printed dragon!
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January 16, 2026 at 1:04 PM
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You can get a FREE 3D printed dragon when you buy my book from The Cozy Book Nook (in Dayton, Ohio) during the month of January! They sold out of the book last week, but I'm bringing them a restock tomorrow. 🙂
Get a FREE 3D printed dragon when you buy The Floating Castle by L. N. Holmes from The Cozy Book Nook (in Dayton, Ohio) during the month of January!
January 14, 2026 at 5:37 PM
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Congrats to the wonderful @lnholmeswriter.bsky.social whose book is on my TBR, she's a pillar of the indie community and I hear wonderful things about her entrant

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The Floating Castle: A Dark, Epic Fantasy Novel (The Dragon Gate Series Book 1)
The Floating Castle: A Dark, Epic Fantasy Novel (The Dragon Gate Series Book 1) : Holmes, L. N.: Amazon.co.uk: Books
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January 5, 2026 at 9:11 AM
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Last year was both incredible & super tough. Thank you to all the readers, writers, book influencers, & bookstore owners who helped me launch THE FLOATING CASTLE this year. You are all so deeply appreciated. ❤️ I’m looking forward to all the good things that will come in 2026. 🎉
January 5, 2026 at 9:34 PM
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Do you love to shout about books? 📚 How about small & independent press fantasy, science fiction &/or horror books?

Yes? We want you on our team! 📣

You choose what you do. ✅ Be as creative as you want! 👩‍🎨 You even get an influencer badge.✨

Volunteer for the SSBA today! 💙
Graphic reads: SSBA 2026 Edition: Become an SSBA Influencer! We’re looking for: Book Reviewers Podcasters YouTubers and other bookish content creators… Fill out the influencer application at our link in bio
January 2, 2026 at 2:33 PM
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Nominations are now open for the 2026 Small Spec Book Awards!

Submit nominations here:
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Graphic reads: Nominations are now open for the 2026 Small Spec Book Awards!
January 1, 2026 at 5:13 AM
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Before we open the Small Spec Book Awards Nominations Form tonight at midnight, we’d like to discuss all the changes we are making to the awards in 2026. You can find all of these changes reflected in updates on our webpage. You can also find them here. 🧵👇

#SSBA #SSBA2026
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January 1, 2026 at 4:06 AM
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Wishing everyone a Happy New Year!
Image is of the covers for the Small Spec Book Awards nominated books in a collage pattern. Superimposed on top, the text reads: Thank you for a fantastic year of books!
January 1, 2026 at 1:04 AM
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Librarians and booksellers, it’s the moment you’ve all been waiting for… The Small Spec Book Awards Library and Bookstore Guide just dropped. ✨ What does this mean for you? Follow us into the land of exceptional small and indie press books. 🧵👇

#SSBA #SSBA2025
Image is of The Small Spec Book Awards Library and Bookstore Guide 2025 Issue Magazine cover with the SSBA logo on the front and bookshelves in the background.
December 31, 2025 at 6:54 PM
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Time is running out to take advantage of the End of Year Sale at Smashwords.

For a limited time, ebooks of The Floating Castle will be 50% off and ebooks of Space, Collisions will be absolutely free!

Sale ends January 1. Hurry and secure your books now!

#BookSky #booksale #EOYsale25 #ebook #sale
Graphic is of the ebooks of The Floating Castle, which is 50% off, and of Space, Collisions, which is free on Smashwords until January 1.
December 31, 2025 at 3:25 PM
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It’s the LAST DAY to vote for THE FLOATING CASTLE in the Indie Ink Awards!

🏰 PLEASE GO VOTE FOR THE FLOATING CASTLE BEFORE VOTING CLOSES! 🙏

Good luck to all who are in the running for the award!

Happy New Year!

#BookSky #📚 #fantasy #darkfantasy #epicfantasy #IndieInkAwards #IndieInkAwards2025
December 31, 2025 at 3:14 PM
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The final two days! Please consider THE FLOATING CASTLE for the #IndieInkAwards!
lnholmeswriter.bsky.social L. N. Holmes @lnholmeswriter.bsky.social · Dec 15
THE FLOATING CASTLE has been nominated for ✨NINE✨different categories in the Indie Ink Awards! What an incredible honor!

Now I need your help.

🏰 PLEASE GO VOTE FOR THE FLOATING CASTLE BEFORE VOTING CLOSES! 🙏

Thank you to those who nominated me! 🫶

#BookSky #📚 #fantasy #darkfantasy #epicfantasy
THE FLOATING CASTLE has been nominated in the Indie Ink Awards for these categories: Best book cover and cover artist Best friendship Best mentor character Best morally gray character Best setting Side Character MVP This Book Made Me Hungry/Thirsty Wittiest character Writing the Future We Need: Mental Health Representation
December 30, 2025 at 2:36 PM
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I will be live with K.W. Bussard, Isaac Anderson, and Timothy Robare on the ALL CAPS Murder Mystery Theater tonight! Come join us for fun and laughs as we try to unravel a VERY SERIOUS murder mystery. Hope to see you there!
Join Us Live for the ALL CAPS Murder Mystery Theater
I will be live with K.W. Bussard, Isaac Anderson, and Timothy Robare on the ALL CAPS Murder Mystery Theater tonight! Come join us for fun and laughs as we try to unravel a VERY SERIOUS murder mystery. Hope to see you there!
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December 30, 2025 at 12:12 AM
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Thank you, @millieabecassis.com!
millieabecassis.com Millie Abecassis @millieabecassis.com · Dec 20
THE FLOATING CASTLE by @lnholmeswriter.bsky.social (epic fantasy): another great surprise. I didn't know I would love it so much when I started it. My self-pub book of the year!
Cover of THE FLOATING CASTLE
December 20, 2025 at 7:58 PM
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2025 was insanely busy but I still managed to read 60+ books. Here is my top 12! #BookSky #BookRecommandations #Fantasy #Horror #SciFi
A visual showing 12 books: - STARLET by Danger Slater - CASUAL by Koji A. Dae - THE WITCH'S LENS by Luanne G. Smith - REDUNDANCIES AND POTENTIALS by Dominique Dickey - NOUS by Christelle Dabos - RESTAURANT KID by Rachel Phan - THE FLOATING CASTLE by L.N. Holmes - TO BE TAUGHT, IF FORTUNATE by Becky Chambers - RAGE OF THE RAVEN QUEEN by Andrew LiVecchi - THE REVENANT OF SUROLIFIA by Florence Chien - LOVE LETHAL, DEATH DIVINE by Jelena Dunato - CHANGING PLANES by Ursula K. Le Guin
December 20, 2025 at 7:05 PM
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The next interview we want to highlight is between @specawards.bsky.social Founder @lnholmeswriter.bsky.social and SSBA 2025 Horror Winner @rabusby.bsky.social. Read about the hedgehog on the cover, mushroom research rabbit holes, and the important, true story that inspired the book.
The YOU WILL SPEAK FOR THE DEAD book cover with a teacup that has a hedgehog on it against a gray background. The book is by R. A. Busby.
December 20, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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Friends, THE FLOATING CASTLE has been nominated for NINE different categories in the Indie Ink Awards! Now I need your help. 🏰 PLEASE VOTE FOR THE FLOATING CASTLE BEFORE VOTING CLOSES ON DECEMBER 31! 🏰
Vote for The Floating Castle in the Indie Ink Awards!
Please vote for The Floating Castle in the Indie Ink Awards!
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December 18, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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Vote for The Floating Castle in the Indie Ink Awards!

Here’s how to do it:

youtu.be/KMuVp1ZH0zw

#IndieInkAwards #IndieInkAwards2025 #BookSky #📚 #bookawards #fantasy #darkfantasy #epicfantasy #debutnovel #newbook
Vote for The Floating Castle in the Indie Ink Awards!
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December 16, 2025 at 9:05 PM
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Voting is now open for the Indie Ink Awards! Please consider voting for Echoes of the EtherStone in the following categories:

- best book cover & cover artist
- best friendship
- best morally gray character
- best setting
December 15, 2025 at 3:59 PM