L.R. Lam
@lrlam.bsky.social
USA Today and Sunday Times Bestselling writer of Dragonfall, Pantomime, Goldilocks, Seven Devils, False Hearts, etc. Writing coach at The Novelry.
Like, no joke, hope Ilia has a good support network around him the next few days. That's gotta be a living nightmare.
Meanwhile, Shaidorov just had his wildest dream come true.
Shocking.
Meanwhile, Shaidorov just had his wildest dream come true.
Shocking.
February 13, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Like, no joke, hope Ilia has a good support network around him the next few days. That's gotta be a living nightmare.
Meanwhile, Shaidorov just had his wildest dream come true.
Shocking.
Meanwhile, Shaidorov just had his wildest dream come true.
Shocking.
FIFTH ELEMENT OPERA. That was brilliant.
February 13, 2026 at 9:22 PM
FIFTH ELEMENT OPERA. That was brilliant.
I come bearing news of upcoming events this February!
First up, next Saturday, the 21st, I've joined Capital Sci Fi con (@capitalscificon) here in Edinburgh at the Corn Exchange. The event is to raise money for Childrens' Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS).
First up, next Saturday, the 21st, I've joined Capital Sci Fi con (@capitalscificon) here in Edinburgh at the Corn Exchange. The event is to raise money for Childrens' Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS).
February 13, 2026 at 5:34 PM
I come bearing news of upcoming events this February!
First up, next Saturday, the 21st, I've joined Capital Sci Fi con (@capitalscificon) here in Edinburgh at the Corn Exchange. The event is to raise money for Childrens' Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS).
First up, next Saturday, the 21st, I've joined Capital Sci Fi con (@capitalscificon) here in Edinburgh at the Corn Exchange. The event is to raise money for Childrens' Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS).
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We are STUNNED at how perfect the paperback version of Emberclaw looks next to Dragonfall. The final book of the Dragon Scales duology will have you captivated with the dragons, fantasy, and romance of it all.
Preorder now, available February 24
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Preorder now, available February 24
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February 12, 2026 at 6:51 PM
We are STUNNED at how perfect the paperback version of Emberclaw looks next to Dragonfall. The final book of the Dragon Scales duology will have you captivated with the dragons, fantasy, and romance of it all.
Preorder now, available February 24
buff.ly/UXoN4NT
Preorder now, available February 24
buff.ly/UXoN4NT
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Fanart of Pantomime by @lrlam.bsky.social! Book 1 in the Micah Grey Series (book 3 rereleases soooon). Inspired by circus posters & tarot a little
#art #micahgreyseries
#art #micahgreyseries
February 12, 2026 at 11:33 PM
Fanart of Pantomime by @lrlam.bsky.social! Book 1 in the Micah Grey Series (book 3 rereleases soooon). Inspired by circus posters & tarot a little
#art #micahgreyseries
#art #micahgreyseries
Just a wee note that I'm closed to blurb requests for a while. It's something I struggle with at the best of times (I'm slow + a mood reader + it feels like work when there's a deadline), so as soon as things get intense, it's the first thing to go. I'll try to do ones I already accepted. Thanks!
February 4, 2026 at 2:37 PM
Just a wee note that I'm closed to blurb requests for a while. It's something I struggle with at the best of times (I'm slow + a mood reader + it feels like work when there's a deadline), so as soon as things get intense, it's the first thing to go. I'll try to do ones I already accepted. Thanks!
In December, I went to Blackness Castle as a bit of book research, so I'm sharing a few photos! My next fantasy project is loosely inspired by the Border Wars, the Reivers, and the Wars of the Rough Wooing (so 1550s to 1650s or so).
January 30, 2026 at 5:28 PM
In December, I went to Blackness Castle as a bit of book research, so I'm sharing a few photos! My next fantasy project is loosely inspired by the Border Wars, the Reivers, and the Wars of the Rough Wooing (so 1550s to 1650s or so).
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We know you're obsessed with the Micah Grey trilogy by @lrlam.bsky.social, but now you can get themed magnets! Preorder Masquerade, the third and final book of this propulsive fantasy series and fill out the form. Just like a carnival attraction, you won't be able to look away!
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January 28, 2026 at 4:00 PM
We know you're obsessed with the Micah Grey trilogy by @lrlam.bsky.social, but now you can get themed magnets! Preorder Masquerade, the third and final book of this propulsive fantasy series and fill out the form. Just like a carnival attraction, you won't be able to look away!
buff.ly/Fz1Dqoc
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Anyone want weird, queer dragons?
January 27, 2026 at 12:42 PM
Anyone want weird, queer dragons?
Thank you so much to everyone who donated. Made the end of the month much easier, and they're both so grateful.
I'm re-sharing the Gofundme for two family members I made last year. They had a series of tragedies beginning in early 2024. We successfully raised enough to help them relocate to a new state last year, and the elder sister has a new job in her field. gofund.me/a455ba8c0
Donate to A Fresh Start for Two Sisters after a Series of Tragedies, organized by Laura Lam
Hello, I’m L.R. Lam and I am starting this GoFundMe on behalf of b… Laura Lam needs your support for A Fresh Start for Two Sisters after a Series of Tragedies
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January 26, 2026 at 10:11 PM
Thank you so much to everyone who donated. Made the end of the month much easier, and they're both so grateful.
This week on Patreon: an essay on how I craft character arcs. Two weeks ago, I wrote about how I worldbuild. You can grab the posts individually, or subscribe at pay-what-you-want to help fund the unholy amount of coffee I drink at my local café. www.patreon.com/posts/charac...
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January 26, 2026 at 10:09 PM
This week on Patreon: an essay on how I craft character arcs. Two weeks ago, I wrote about how I worldbuild. You can grab the posts individually, or subscribe at pay-what-you-want to help fund the unholy amount of coffee I drink at my local café. www.patreon.com/posts/charac...
I'm re-sharing the Gofundme for two family members I made last year. They had a series of tragedies beginning in early 2024. We successfully raised enough to help them relocate to a new state last year, and the elder sister has a new job in her field. gofund.me/a455ba8c0
Donate to A Fresh Start for Two Sisters after a Series of Tragedies, organized by Laura Lam
Hello, I’m L.R. Lam and I am starting this GoFundMe on behalf of b… Laura Lam needs your support for A Fresh Start for Two Sisters after a Series of Tragedies
gofund.me
January 21, 2026 at 7:10 PM
I'm re-sharing the Gofundme for two family members I made last year. They had a series of tragedies beginning in early 2024. We successfully raised enough to help them relocate to a new state last year, and the elder sister has a new job in her field. gofund.me/a455ba8c0
2016 was quite a transition year, so I thought I'd look back. Career-wise, life-wise. World politics wise, too, of course. Here's a glimpse of my life 10 years ago. Gotta say, I'm tempted to dye my hair pink again after walking down memory lane.
#2016trend
#2016trend
January 19, 2026 at 4:33 PM
2016 was quite a transition year, so I thought I'd look back. Career-wise, life-wise. World politics wise, too, of course. Here's a glimpse of my life 10 years ago. Gotta say, I'm tempted to dye my hair pink again after walking down memory lane.
#2016trend
#2016trend
I'd agree with this! I tend to call it "cosy-adjacent." There are cosy elements, but also has some bite. The older versions were a bit darker, but I softened certain elements this time around. The series as a whole does trend towards hope, I'd say.
For the third post in my "Is it Cozy" series, I consider Pantomime by @lrlam.bsky.social
Pantomime: Is it Cozy?
Pantomime: Is it Cozy? Welcome to the latest entry of “Is it Cozy,” in which I rate books I enjoyed based on how cozy they are. I score each book across ten categories. To do this, I made a rubric.…
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January 18, 2026 at 4:24 PM
I'd agree with this! I tend to call it "cosy-adjacent." There are cosy elements, but also has some bite. The older versions were a bit darker, but I softened certain elements this time around. The series as a whole does trend towards hope, I'd say.
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Please, never be shy telling an author you loved their books.
It’s seriously what gets us through.
It’s seriously what gets us through.
January 18, 2026 at 1:41 AM
Please, never be shy telling an author you loved their books.
It’s seriously what gets us through.
It’s seriously what gets us through.
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Just re-upping this for my Scottish pals.
SCOTTISH FRIENDS! As part of the release of MORTEDANT'S PERIL in May I'll be popping up to Edinburgh to see the lovely people at @toppingsbath.bsky.social* and YOU can come see me too! AND GET A BOOK! Amazing.
www.toppingbooks.co.uk/events/edinb...
*I know it's the Bath one, also lovely though.
www.toppingbooks.co.uk/events/edinb...
*I know it's the Bath one, also lovely though.
RJ Barker for Mortedant's Peril at Topping & Company Booksellers of Edinburgh
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January 16, 2026 at 4:35 PM
Just re-upping this for my Scottish pals.
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I've gotten so many more responses than I thought I would--thanks so much, everyone! I'll be collecting for a few more days, then I'll liaise with my publisher and then start reaching out to people directly once I know what I can offer.
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I've gotten so many more responses than I thought I would--thanks so much, everyone! I'll be collecting for a few more days, then I'll liaise with my publisher and then start reaching out to people directly once I know what I can offer.
Internet, I ask for your help: can you share your favourite UK-based bookish bloggers/influencers who might be interested in reading a book about an intersex, bisexual protagonist set in a magic circus? Think The Night Circus set in a gaslight fantasy world.
January 15, 2026 at 5:23 PM
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I've gotten so many more responses than I thought I would--thanks so much, everyone! I'll be collecting for a few more days, then I'll liaise with my publisher and then start reaching out to people directly once I know what I can offer.
1m
I've gotten so many more responses than I thought I would--thanks so much, everyone! I'll be collecting for a few more days, then I'll liaise with my publisher and then start reaching out to people directly once I know what I can offer.
Internet, I ask for your help: can you share your favourite UK-based bookish bloggers/influencers who might be interested in reading a book about an intersex, bisexual protagonist set in a magic circus? Think The Night Circus set in a gaslight fantasy world.
January 15, 2026 at 10:53 AM
Internet, I ask for your help: can you share your favourite UK-based bookish bloggers/influencers who might be interested in reading a book about an intersex, bisexual protagonist set in a magic circus? Think The Night Circus set in a gaslight fantasy world.
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Goldilocks by @lrlam.bsky.social focuses on four female astronauts who steal an interstellar spaceship in pursuit of an exoplanet that can sustain a new civilization, as society on a dying Earth becomes increasingly oppressive toward women. Loved the hard sci-fi elements and social commentary.
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January 14, 2026 at 9:57 PM
Goldilocks by @lrlam.bsky.social focuses on four female astronauts who steal an interstellar spaceship in pursuit of an exoplanet that can sustain a new civilization, as society on a dying Earth becomes increasingly oppressive toward women. Loved the hard sci-fi elements and social commentary.
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This week, on Paired Reads . . .
Still catching up on books I read last year, we have The Tarot Reader of Versailles by my beloved @anyabergmanwriter, a historical fiction with a dash of magic set during the French Revolution, and Most Ardently, a trans retelling of P&P by @thegabecole.
Still catching up on books I read last year, we have The Tarot Reader of Versailles by my beloved @anyabergmanwriter, a historical fiction with a dash of magic set during the French Revolution, and Most Ardently, a trans retelling of P&P by @thegabecole.
January 14, 2026 at 4:30 PM
This week, on Paired Reads . . .
Still catching up on books I read last year, we have The Tarot Reader of Versailles by my beloved @anyabergmanwriter, a historical fiction with a dash of magic set during the French Revolution, and Most Ardently, a trans retelling of P&P by @thegabecole.
Still catching up on books I read last year, we have The Tarot Reader of Versailles by my beloved @anyabergmanwriter, a historical fiction with a dash of magic set during the French Revolution, and Most Ardently, a trans retelling of P&P by @thegabecole.
Here's a snippet of my corkboard in my office with my tentative 2026 goals! A few things are up in the air, hence the question marks. At the bottom of the corkboard are my mantras:
- Have fun
- It's okay to say no
- Give fewer f*cks
- Average is not failure
- Failure is temporary (as is success)
- Have fun
- It's okay to say no
- Give fewer f*cks
- Average is not failure
- Failure is temporary (as is success)
January 12, 2026 at 4:31 PM
Here's a snippet of my corkboard in my office with my tentative 2026 goals! A few things are up in the air, hence the question marks. At the bottom of the corkboard are my mantras:
- Have fun
- It's okay to say no
- Give fewer f*cks
- Average is not failure
- Failure is temporary (as is success)
- Have fun
- It's okay to say no
- Give fewer f*cks
- Average is not failure
- Failure is temporary (as is success)
Happy UK Heated Rivalry Day! Enjoy the journey.
January 10, 2026 at 9:27 AM
Happy UK Heated Rivalry Day! Enjoy the journey.
Over on Patreon, I'm having an AMA for patrons. Craft stuff, industry questions, whatever question strikes your fancy. Longer responses might end up as their own posts. www.patreon.com/posts/q-1478...
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January 9, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Over on Patreon, I'm having an AMA for patrons. Craft stuff, industry questions, whatever question strikes your fancy. Longer responses might end up as their own posts. www.patreon.com/posts/q-1478...
It's 2026, and I'm coming back to Paired Reads.
First up, I read all three of the Emily Wilde books by Heather Fawcett last year & adored them. This series pairs perfectly with A Natural History of Dragons by Marie Brennan.
What other books or series are similar to these two that you'd recommend?
First up, I read all three of the Emily Wilde books by Heather Fawcett last year & adored them. This series pairs perfectly with A Natural History of Dragons by Marie Brennan.
What other books or series are similar to these two that you'd recommend?
January 7, 2026 at 4:31 PM
It's 2026, and I'm coming back to Paired Reads.
First up, I read all three of the Emily Wilde books by Heather Fawcett last year & adored them. This series pairs perfectly with A Natural History of Dragons by Marie Brennan.
What other books or series are similar to these two that you'd recommend?
First up, I read all three of the Emily Wilde books by Heather Fawcett last year & adored them. This series pairs perfectly with A Natural History of Dragons by Marie Brennan.
What other books or series are similar to these two that you'd recommend?