Offbeat YA
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Hi, I'm Roberta (IT). Quirky books reviewer / indie & small-pub authors champion / book justice warrior / LGBTQIAP+ ally / David Tennant gifs dispenser. She/her.
Book blogger since 2012 (YA and adult) at https://offbeat-ya.blogspot.com/
Book blogger since 2012 (YA and adult) at https://offbeat-ya.blogspot.com/
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This was a lot of fun!
This is my book! It is on sale this month!
$1.99 ✦ Chick Magnet by Emma Barry
Grumpy/sunshine + neighbors. Social media influencer (with a flock of chickens) + veterinarian.
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Contemporary Romance (MF) amzn.to/3NS1zBz
Grumpy/sunshine + neighbors. Social media influencer (with a flock of chickens) + veterinarian.
TBQ Rec
Contemporary Romance (MF) amzn.to/3NS1zBz
January 20, 2026 at 8:54 PM
This was a lot of fun!
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I wrote up a longer piece about scammers pretending to be me, how you can tell it's not me, and why neither I nor any other "big name" author is likely to be emailing you at all, and certainly not with obviously "AI"-generated verbiage. Please feel free to share.
whatever.scalzi.com/2026/01/20/r...
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Reminder: Scammers Are Out There Pretending to Be Me (and Other Authors as Well)
Three times in the last week I’ve gotten inquiries from authors, about email from an account purporting to be me. This account praised their book in a very “AI” fashion and tried …
whatever.scalzi.com
January 20, 2026 at 7:53 PM
I wrote up a longer piece about scammers pretending to be me, how you can tell it's not me, and why neither I nor any other "big name" author is likely to be emailing you at all, and certainly not with obviously "AI"-generated verbiage. Please feel free to share.
whatever.scalzi.com/2026/01/20/r...
whatever.scalzi.com/2026/01/20/r...
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It cannot be made clearer.
If you continue to support the Harry Potter franchise in any way, you are directly funding the removal of trans people's human rights in the UK.
If you continue to support the Harry Potter franchise in any way, you are directly funding the removal of trans people's human rights in the UK.
October 9, 2025 at 10:14 AM
It cannot be made clearer.
If you continue to support the Harry Potter franchise in any way, you are directly funding the removal of trans people's human rights in the UK.
If you continue to support the Harry Potter franchise in any way, you are directly funding the removal of trans people's human rights in the UK.
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If you spend money on anything Harry Potter, you are funding this.
If you think it's okay to continue being a fan and talking about it and putting your Hogwarts House in your profile since you already bought the books/movies, Rowling had stated the continued fandom shows you support her bigotry.
If you think it's okay to continue being a fan and talking about it and putting your Hogwarts House in your profile since you already bought the books/movies, Rowling had stated the continued fandom shows you support her bigotry.
It cannot be made clearer.
If you continue to support the Harry Potter franchise in any way, you are directly funding the removal of trans people's human rights in the UK.
If you continue to support the Harry Potter franchise in any way, you are directly funding the removal of trans people's human rights in the UK.
January 21, 2026 at 3:21 AM
If you spend money on anything Harry Potter, you are funding this.
If you think it's okay to continue being a fan and talking about it and putting your Hogwarts House in your profile since you already bought the books/movies, Rowling had stated the continued fandom shows you support her bigotry.
If you think it's okay to continue being a fan and talking about it and putting your Hogwarts House in your profile since you already bought the books/movies, Rowling had stated the continued fandom shows you support her bigotry.
I loved (well...still love) the series, and Bonomi was awesome.
Italian voice actor Carlo Bononi was the voice of all of the characters on Pingu. A trained clown by trade, he used a theater technique called grammelot, which consists of "speaking" in a mix of babbled gibberish noises. He improvised all the voices live and unscripted.
January 21, 2026 at 10:00 AM
I loved (well...still love) the series, and Bonomi was awesome.
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Comments are saying this isn't enough, but context is important: a sitting legacy senator is stating public support to invoke the 25th. This gives permission for everyone else to start stating this publicly, much like Gallego's Abolish ICE. Call your reps and turn this into a nationwide discussion
January 20, 2026 at 12:29 AM
Comments are saying this isn't enough, but context is important: a sitting legacy senator is stating public support to invoke the 25th. This gives permission for everyone else to start stating this publicly, much like Gallego's Abolish ICE. Call your reps and turn this into a nationwide discussion
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Book Review: Dark Thoughts by Cynthia Sax scarymarythehamsterlady.blogspot.com/2018/10/revi...
This was the very first book I read from Cynthia Sax after winning a copy of it (but definitely not my last). I thought it fitting since Dark Thoughts is also the name of my blog. lol
This was the very first book I read from Cynthia Sax after winning a copy of it (but definitely not my last). I thought it fitting since Dark Thoughts is also the name of my blog. lol
January 17, 2026 at 5:17 PM
Book Review: Dark Thoughts by Cynthia Sax scarymarythehamsterlady.blogspot.com/2018/10/revi...
This was the very first book I read from Cynthia Sax after winning a copy of it (but definitely not my last). I thought it fitting since Dark Thoughts is also the name of my blog. lol
This was the very first book I read from Cynthia Sax after winning a copy of it (but definitely not my last). I thought it fitting since Dark Thoughts is also the name of my blog. lol
I bear witness 🙂.
This is delightful and a great idea. We beat ourselves up *way* too much.
Mine: I write dialogue and friendship dynamics like a boss.
Mine: I write dialogue and friendship dynamics like a boss.
Artists, I think we're all too comfortable sharing our imposter syndrome.
I would love to see you step out of your comfort zone and confidently state what you think you're actually really good at.
No self deprecation, just what you think you're the strongest at
Is anyone brave eniough? 👀
I would love to see you step out of your comfort zone and confidently state what you think you're actually really good at.
No self deprecation, just what you think you're the strongest at
Is anyone brave eniough? 👀
January 17, 2026 at 9:28 AM
I bear witness 🙂.
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Law & Order "Never Say Goodbye" : allthingslawandorder.blogspot.com/2026/01/law-...
Law & Order “Never Say Goodbye” Episode Information
"All Things Law And Order" covers all the shows of the Law & Order brand: Law & Order, SVU, Criminal Intent, For The Defense, LA, UK, Trial By Jury
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January 15, 2026 at 12:41 PM
Law & Order "Never Say Goodbye" : allthingslawandorder.blogspot.com/2026/01/law-...
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Episode details for the January 29 episode of Law & Order “Never Say Goodbye” are on my website, link in comments:
January 15, 2026 at 12:41 PM
Episode details for the January 29 episode of Law & Order “Never Say Goodbye” are on my website, link in comments:
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#CMCon26 Featured Author Spotlight: Siera London
Siera London I'm happy to welcome Siera London to the blog. She's here today to share how books build bridges. Please help me welcome Siera! Guest Post There are few things more satisfying than finding the people who make you feel welcomed and…
Siera London I'm happy to welcome Siera London to the blog. She's here today to share how books build bridges. Please help me welcome Siera! Guest Post There are few things more satisfying than finding the people who make you feel welcomed and…
#CMCon26 Featured Author Spotlight: Siera London
Siera London I'm happy to welcome Siera London to the blog. She's here today to share how books build bridges. Please help me welcome Siera! Guest Post There are few things more satisfying than finding the people who make you feel welcomed and valued. When I joined the romance-authority community ten years ago, I never anticipated connecting with bookish folks from all over the world… but I should have.
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January 14, 2026 at 12:00 PM
#CMCon26 Featured Author Spotlight: Siera London
Siera London I'm happy to welcome Siera London to the blog. She's here today to share how books build bridges. Please help me welcome Siera! Guest Post There are few things more satisfying than finding the people who make you feel welcomed and…
Siera London I'm happy to welcome Siera London to the blog. She's here today to share how books build bridges. Please help me welcome Siera! Guest Post There are few things more satisfying than finding the people who make you feel welcomed and…
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L&O SVU “Fidelis Ad Mortem” Photos:
allthingslawandorder.blogspot.com/2026/01/law-...
allthingslawandorder.blogspot.com/2026/01/law-...
Law & Order SVU “Fidelis Ad Mortem” Photos
"All Things Law And Order" covers all the shows of the Law & Order brand: Law & Order, SVU, Criminal Intent, For The Defense, LA, UK, Trial By Jury
allthingslawandorder.blogspot.com
January 14, 2026 at 2:02 PM
L&O SVU “Fidelis Ad Mortem” Photos:
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allthingslawandorder.blogspot.com/2026/01/law-...
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Advance photos for Thursday’s L&O SVU “Fidelis Ad Mortem” are on my website; link in comments!
January 14, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Advance photos for Thursday’s L&O SVU “Fidelis Ad Mortem” are on my website; link in comments!
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Law & Order SVU “Career Psychopath”: allthingslawandorder.blogspot.com/2026/01/law-...
Law & Order SVU “Career Psychopath” Episode Information
"All Things Law And Order" covers all the shows of the Law & Order brand: Law & Order, SVU, Criminal Intent, For The Defense, LA, UK, Trial By Jury
allthingslawandorder.blogspot.com
January 13, 2026 at 12:54 PM
Law & Order SVU “Career Psychopath”: allthingslawandorder.blogspot.com/2026/01/law-...
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L&O SVU fans, some schedule changes. This week’s SVU episode “Corrosive” has been pulled. No new air date has been given. The episode “Fidelis Ad Mortem” will now air in its place. Link for for 1/29 “Career Psychopath” info is in comments.
January 13, 2026 at 12:54 PM
L&O SVU fans, some schedule changes. This week’s SVU episode “Corrosive” has been pulled. No new air date has been given. The episode “Fidelis Ad Mortem” will now air in its place. Link for for 1/29 “Career Psychopath” info is in comments.
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Photos – Law & Order “Dream On”:
allthingslawandorder.blogspot.com/2026/01/law-...
allthingslawandorder.blogspot.com/2026/01/law-...
Law & Order “Dream On” Photos
"All Things Law And Order" covers all the shows of the Law & Order brand: Law & Order, SVU, Criminal Intent, For The Defense, LA, UK, Trial By Jury
allthingslawandorder.blogspot.com
January 13, 2026 at 3:33 PM
Photos – Law & Order “Dream On”:
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allthingslawandorder.blogspot.com/2026/01/law-...
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Advance photos for Thursday’s Law & Order “Dream On” are on my web site, link in comments!
January 13, 2026 at 3:33 PM
Advance photos for Thursday’s Law & Order “Dream On” are on my web site, link in comments!
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Law & Order “Dream On”:
allthingslawandorder.blogspot.com/2026/01/law-...
SVU “Corrosive”:
allthingslawandorder.blogspot.com/2026/01/law-...
allthingslawandorder.blogspot.com/2026/01/law-...
SVU “Corrosive”:
allthingslawandorder.blogspot.com/2026/01/law-...
Law & Order “Dream On” Episode Information
"All Things Law And Order" covers all the shows of the Law & Order brand: Law & Order, SVU, Criminal Intent, For The Defense, LA, UK, Trial By Jury
allthingslawandorder.blogspot.com
January 9, 2026 at 9:54 PM
Law & Order “Dream On”:
allthingslawandorder.blogspot.com/2026/01/law-...
SVU “Corrosive”:
allthingslawandorder.blogspot.com/2026/01/law-...
allthingslawandorder.blogspot.com/2026/01/law-...
SVU “Corrosive”:
allthingslawandorder.blogspot.com/2026/01/law-...
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Episode details for the January 15 Law & Order Thursday are on my website, links in the comments!
January 9, 2026 at 9:54 PM
Episode details for the January 15 Law & Order Thursday are on my website, links in the comments!
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That's a Wrap: The Best (and Worst) of 2025 buff.ly/qIY07wi
January 6, 2026 at 9:16 AM
That's a Wrap: The Best (and Worst) of 2025 buff.ly/qIY07wi
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Tell Me Something Tuesday: January 6, 2026 – Goals
Tell Me Something Tuesday is a weekly discussion post where bloggers discuss a wide range of topics from books and blogging to life in general. Weigh in and join the conversation by adding your thoughts in the comments. If you want to do your own…
Tell Me Something Tuesday is a weekly discussion post where bloggers discuss a wide range of topics from books and blogging to life in general. Weigh in and join the conversation by adding your thoughts in the comments. If you want to do your own…
Tell Me Something Tuesday: January 6, 2026 – Goals
Tell Me Something Tuesday is a weekly discussion post where bloggers discuss a wide range of topics from books and blogging to life in general. Weigh in and join the conversation by adding your thoughts in the comments. If you want to do your own post, grab the question and answer it on your blog. Feel free to leave your links in the comments if you are participating.
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January 6, 2026 at 12:01 PM
Tell Me Something Tuesday: January 6, 2026 – Goals
Tell Me Something Tuesday is a weekly discussion post where bloggers discuss a wide range of topics from books and blogging to life in general. Weigh in and join the conversation by adding your thoughts in the comments. If you want to do your own…
Tell Me Something Tuesday is a weekly discussion post where bloggers discuss a wide range of topics from books and blogging to life in general. Weigh in and join the conversation by adding your thoughts in the comments. If you want to do your own…
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Today I'm sharing some of my most memorable reads from 2025. It was a great reading year, but I'm not upset to see 2026 arrive. Let me know if any of my faves made your list! bookertsfarm.blogspot.com/2026/01/2025...
2025 Favorites (and good riddance I must say)
Don't get me wrong. I'm grateful for a lot of things that happened for me, my loved one and my friends this year but there was an awful l...
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January 6, 2026 at 7:52 PM
Today I'm sharing some of my most memorable reads from 2025. It was a great reading year, but I'm not upset to see 2026 arrive. Let me know if any of my faves made your list! bookertsfarm.blogspot.com/2026/01/2025...
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I'd be remiss not to mention that if you dug #StrangerThings you're absolutely the audience for my Deadgirl books and should check them out because I'm just a little indie guy
Teenage friends battle evil, alternate dimensions, heartbreak, romance, active parents, badass telekinetic main girl, etc
Teenage friends battle evil, alternate dimensions, heartbreak, romance, active parents, badass telekinetic main girl, etc
January 2, 2026 at 8:29 AM
I'd be remiss not to mention that if you dug #StrangerThings you're absolutely the audience for my Deadgirl books and should check them out because I'm just a little indie guy
Teenage friends battle evil, alternate dimensions, heartbreak, romance, active parents, badass telekinetic main girl, etc
Teenage friends battle evil, alternate dimensions, heartbreak, romance, active parents, badass telekinetic main girl, etc
Offbeat Offline: December 2025 (Plus Announcing the First Hiatus of the Year) -> offbeat-ya.blogspot.com/2026/01/offb...
Offbeat Offline: December 2025 (Plus Announcing the First Hiatus of the Year)
Monthly recap
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January 1, 2026 at 5:36 PM
Offbeat Offline: December 2025 (Plus Announcing the First Hiatus of the Year) -> offbeat-ya.blogspot.com/2026/01/offb...
Happy new year...
a pixel art of a person spraying graffiti on a brick wall that says resist
ALT: a pixel art of a person spraying graffiti on a brick wall that says resist
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January 1, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Happy new year...