Miles Bindweed
@milesbindweed.bsky.social
Writer
⌨️ SFF, poetry, songlyrics
🖊 revising a poetry chapbook
⚔️ drafting 3 fantasy projects
⭐️ linktr.ee/milesbindweed
⌨️ SFF, poetry, songlyrics
🖊 revising a poetry chapbook
⚔️ drafting 3 fantasy projects
⭐️ linktr.ee/milesbindweed
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February 12, 2025 at 8:42 AM
My #PaWriCo ended with achieving half goals, which I consider quite a good result through all life problems.
Need to return to social media and chats... Too tired, sorry!
Sometimes I think I want too much in this life, but otherwise why live?
#writerslife
Need to return to social media and chats... Too tired, sorry!
Sometimes I think I want too much in this life, but otherwise why live?
#writerslife
February 9, 2025 at 11:29 AM
My #PaWriCo ended with achieving half goals, which I consider quite a good result through all life problems.
Need to return to social media and chats... Too tired, sorry!
Sometimes I think I want too much in this life, but otherwise why live?
#writerslife
Need to return to social media and chats... Too tired, sorry!
Sometimes I think I want too much in this life, but otherwise why live?
#writerslife
Suddenly, ads on my Spotify became partly in French. It was English only. Alright.
Anyway, in Dutch when? For all my language studies.
Anyway, in Dutch when? For all my language studies.
January 20, 2025 at 3:06 AM
Suddenly, ads on my Spotify became partly in French. It was English only. Alright.
Anyway, in Dutch when? For all my language studies.
Anyway, in Dutch when? For all my language studies.
Is it possible to get a job offer as a writer (creative things, not tech wr) with relocation package?
I only saw that for comics authors, but maybe there is more?
#writerslife #WritingCommunity #poetrycommunity #vndev #gamedev #scriptsky #lyricist #songwriter
I only saw that for comics authors, but maybe there is more?
#writerslife #WritingCommunity #poetrycommunity #vndev #gamedev #scriptsky #lyricist #songwriter
December 7, 2024 at 6:18 PM
Is it possible to get a job offer as a writer (creative things, not tech wr) with relocation package?
I only saw that for comics authors, but maybe there is more?
#writerslife #WritingCommunity #poetrycommunity #vndev #gamedev #scriptsky #lyricist #songwriter
I only saw that for comics authors, but maybe there is more?
#writerslife #WritingCommunity #poetrycommunity #vndev #gamedev #scriptsky #lyricist #songwriter
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There's a fake Tamsyn Muir account on here and I have several mutuals following it. When in doubt whether one of these things is a bot or not from their profile and main feed, check the replies. As Juliet says, it's an instant giveaway.
November 30, 2024 at 10:10 AM
There's a fake Tamsyn Muir account on here and I have several mutuals following it. When in doubt whether one of these things is a bot or not from their profile and main feed, check the replies. As Juliet says, it's an instant giveaway.
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I've had a couple writers recently withdraw immediately saying they signed with another agent, so I thought I'd do a mini chat on what's expected once you receive an offer.
1) thank the offering agent. Let them know you still have materials out and ask for 2 weeks to make your decision.
1) thank the offering agent. Let them know you still have materials out and ask for 2 weeks to make your decision.
November 28, 2024 at 1:44 AM
I've had a couple writers recently withdraw immediately saying they signed with another agent, so I thought I'd do a mini chat on what's expected once you receive an offer.
1) thank the offering agent. Let them know you still have materials out and ask for 2 weeks to make your decision.
1) thank the offering agent. Let them know you still have materials out and ask for 2 weeks to make your decision.
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Have you been too busy to keep up with what's been happening in the world of children's books?
Here's my Reading Matters - Monthly Children's Book News to help you. There are Christmas themed resources included too. I hope it's helpful. #UKKidLit
alibrarylady.blog/2024/11/30/r...
Here's my Reading Matters - Monthly Children's Book News to help you. There are Christmas themed resources included too. I hope it's helpful. #UKKidLit
alibrarylady.blog/2024/11/30/r...
Reading Matters – Monthly Children’s Book News
Welcome to this latest round up of what has been happening in the world of children’s books over the last month. My news round ups are usually published on the first Saturday of the month but I hav…
alibrarylady.blog
November 30, 2024 at 9:30 AM
Have you been too busy to keep up with what's been happening in the world of children's books?
Here's my Reading Matters - Monthly Children's Book News to help you. There are Christmas themed resources included too. I hope it's helpful. #UKKidLit
alibrarylady.blog/2024/11/30/r...
Here's my Reading Matters - Monthly Children's Book News to help you. There are Christmas themed resources included too. I hope it's helpful. #UKKidLit
alibrarylady.blog/2024/11/30/r...
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Do you know any artists? Are YOU an artist?
We're looking for poster art for Toronto Games Week 2025! Express your interest by filling out the following form! Tell your artist friends!
🎮 https://buff.ly/4fOrFyn 🎮
This is a paid opportunity! Form deadline is December 15th 11:59pm ET!
We're looking for poster art for Toronto Games Week 2025! Express your interest by filling out the following form! Tell your artist friends!
🎮 https://buff.ly/4fOrFyn 🎮
This is a paid opportunity! Form deadline is December 15th 11:59pm ET!
November 15, 2024 at 3:11 PM
Do you know any artists? Are YOU an artist?
We're looking for poster art for Toronto Games Week 2025! Express your interest by filling out the following form! Tell your artist friends!
🎮 https://buff.ly/4fOrFyn 🎮
This is a paid opportunity! Form deadline is December 15th 11:59pm ET!
We're looking for poster art for Toronto Games Week 2025! Express your interest by filling out the following form! Tell your artist friends!
🎮 https://buff.ly/4fOrFyn 🎮
This is a paid opportunity! Form deadline is December 15th 11:59pm ET!
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Alex's deadline is Saturday. If you've ever shared an 'oh no' comic - especially if you shared this doctored one with a fourth panel added! rude! - then chuck them a quick donation for their horrible, horrible legal battle.
November 28, 2024 at 7:38 AM
Alex's deadline is Saturday. If you've ever shared an 'oh no' comic - especially if you shared this doctored one with a fourth panel added! rude! - then chuck them a quick donation for their horrible, horrible legal battle.
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I finally set up an itch.io account!
My debut novel is up as epub and pdf: jdrivers.itch.io/the-edge-of-...
My debut novel is up as epub and pdf: jdrivers.itch.io/the-edge-of-...
The Edge of a World by JD Rivers
One wrong step and the monster in Otar’s veins kills.
jdrivers.itch.io
November 28, 2024 at 4:55 PM
I finally set up an itch.io account!
My debut novel is up as epub and pdf: jdrivers.itch.io/the-edge-of-...
My debut novel is up as epub and pdf: jdrivers.itch.io/the-edge-of-...
Writers, do you keep a reading journal for the purpose of mastering the craft?
If so, is it notebooks or in digital form?
If not, but you're looking to it, maybe you have some questions or doubts?
📖 #writerslife #WritingCommunity #poetrycommunity
If so, is it notebooks or in digital form?
If not, but you're looking to it, maybe you have some questions or doubts?
📖 #writerslife #WritingCommunity #poetrycommunity
November 28, 2024 at 7:45 PM
Writers, do you keep a reading journal for the purpose of mastering the craft?
If so, is it notebooks or in digital form?
If not, but you're looking to it, maybe you have some questions or doubts?
📖 #writerslife #WritingCommunity #poetrycommunity
If so, is it notebooks or in digital form?
If not, but you're looking to it, maybe you have some questions or doubts?
📖 #writerslife #WritingCommunity #poetrycommunity
such a beauty 💙
Unlikely to get out with my camera today, so here are some photos from yesterday's walk at the Japanese garden (thread).
Moss and water droplets.
Moss and water droplets.
November 28, 2024 at 7:25 PM
such a beauty 💙
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📢 For all querying writers 📢
Let’s connect ❤️
If I’ve missed you, drop a comment below and I’ll add you to the list.
#amquerying
go.bsky.app/35uSCi9
Let’s connect ❤️
If I’ve missed you, drop a comment below and I’ll add you to the list.
#amquerying
go.bsky.app/35uSCi9
November 17, 2024 at 12:58 AM
📢 For all querying writers 📢
Let’s connect ❤️
If I’ve missed you, drop a comment below and I’ll add you to the list.
#amquerying
go.bsky.app/35uSCi9
Let’s connect ❤️
If I’ve missed you, drop a comment below and I’ll add you to the list.
#amquerying
go.bsky.app/35uSCi9
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As I’ve been saying for over a year:
If your business model doesn’t work without violating the law, you’re not in business — you’re in organized crime.
Great reporting by @elainelow.bsky.social. theankler.com/p/tv-writers...
If your business model doesn’t work without violating the law, you’re not in business — you’re in organized crime.
Great reporting by @elainelow.bsky.social. theankler.com/p/tv-writers...
TV Writers Found 139,000 of Their Scripts Trained AI. Hell Broke Loose
It's 'organized crime,' says one, as scribes from Shonda Rhimes to Robert King face a system where studio policy and law remain murky
theankler.com
November 25, 2024 at 5:44 PM
As I’ve been saying for over a year:
If your business model doesn’t work without violating the law, you’re not in business — you’re in organized crime.
Great reporting by @elainelow.bsky.social. theankler.com/p/tv-writers...
If your business model doesn’t work without violating the law, you’re not in business — you’re in organized crime.
Great reporting by @elainelow.bsky.social. theankler.com/p/tv-writers...
November 25, 2024 at 7:44 PM
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The Animation Guild has reached a tentative deal with studios for a new 3-year contract for members.
The provisional deal includes AI protections that “includes notification and consultation provisions”
The provisional deal includes AI protections that “includes notification and consultation provisions”
November 25, 2024 at 6:45 PM
The Animation Guild has reached a tentative deal with studios for a new 3-year contract for members.
The provisional deal includes AI protections that “includes notification and consultation provisions”
The provisional deal includes AI protections that “includes notification and consultation provisions”
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Hey. Writing/comics bsky could you share this around? (I’m judging & want to share BEYOND my circles!)
This is a prize for if you’re working on an unpublished YA book:
- Submit a short extract
- Win money/ feedback
- Open worldwide till Feb
- INCLUDES YA GRAPHIC NOVELS
This is a prize for if you’re working on an unpublished YA book:
- Submit a short extract
- Win money/ feedback
- Open worldwide till Feb
- INCLUDES YA GRAPHIC NOVELS
November 23, 2024 at 11:26 AM
Hey. Writing/comics bsky could you share this around? (I’m judging & want to share BEYOND my circles!)
This is a prize for if you’re working on an unpublished YA book:
- Submit a short extract
- Win money/ feedback
- Open worldwide till Feb
- INCLUDES YA GRAPHIC NOVELS
This is a prize for if you’re working on an unpublished YA book:
- Submit a short extract
- Win money/ feedback
- Open worldwide till Feb
- INCLUDES YA GRAPHIC NOVELS
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Here's one reason: The expansion of audiobook sales has been GREAT for authors. It's opened up sales to a whole new class of people *who weren't reading us before.* Audio is now easily 30%+ of my income WITHOUT cutting into print/ebook sales. Let people read in every format. It's helping authors.
Hey, just a note: Saying people are “illiterate” if they listen to audiobooks sucks for a bunch of reasons.
November 23, 2024 at 3:29 PM
Here's one reason: The expansion of audiobook sales has been GREAT for authors. It's opened up sales to a whole new class of people *who weren't reading us before.* Audio is now easily 30%+ of my income WITHOUT cutting into print/ebook sales. Let people read in every format. It's helping authors.
November 23, 2024 at 3:59 PM
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We're living in a Philip K Dick universe at this point. 🙃
When - not if - someone inevitably hacks this thing, it'll be pretty funny... ("My son, you must buy this exact crypto coin to atone for your sins.")
When - not if - someone inevitably hacks this thing, it'll be pretty funny... ("My son, you must buy this exact crypto coin to atone for your sins.")
November 22, 2024 at 2:53 PM
We're living in a Philip K Dick universe at this point. 🙃
When - not if - someone inevitably hacks this thing, it'll be pretty funny... ("My son, you must buy this exact crypto coin to atone for your sins.")
When - not if - someone inevitably hacks this thing, it'll be pretty funny... ("My son, you must buy this exact crypto coin to atone for your sins.")
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The @sfwa.bsky.social SFWA Board of Directors has approved the addition of Poetry and Comics categories to the Nebula Awards, starting with the 2025 awards in a few months. And a special Hugo for poetry will be given out at next year's @seattleworldcon.bsky.social. Big things afoot in spec poetry!
SFWA Approves New Poetry, Comics Nebula Awards
The SFWA Board of Directors has approved the addition of Poetry and Comics categories to the Nebula Awards. SFWA President Kate Ristau told members yesterday, “We are thrilled to honor and celebrat…
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November 22, 2024 at 2:45 PM
The @sfwa.bsky.social SFWA Board of Directors has approved the addition of Poetry and Comics categories to the Nebula Awards, starting with the 2025 awards in a few months. And a special Hugo for poetry will be given out at next year's @seattleworldcon.bsky.social. Big things afoot in spec poetry!
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YES! I'd add to this, don't just read it. PERFORM it.
When you act it out, and use inflection like you want people to read it, you'll find where it stutters, where it's totally awk, and you'll catch more typos!
When you act it out, and use inflection like you want people to read it, you'll find where it stutters, where it's totally awk, and you'll catch more typos!
Someone just asked me for writing tips, and my gut level response was "all writing advice is fake, just read books you like and write as much as you can and eventually something will be good" but then I thought about it and I had some actual advice!
1. Read! Your work! Out loud!
1. Read! Your work! Out loud!
November 19, 2024 at 4:17 PM
YES! I'd add to this, don't just read it. PERFORM it.
When you act it out, and use inflection like you want people to read it, you'll find where it stutters, where it's totally awk, and you'll catch more typos!
When you act it out, and use inflection like you want people to read it, you'll find where it stutters, where it's totally awk, and you'll catch more typos!