Rita E. Gould
@ritakitty.bsky.social
Writer. Reader. Editor. Blogger. Frustrated cat owner. (She/her) #womenwritersnet Founder member of @womenwritersnet on Twitter. (Instagram: @ ritakitty.8; Twitter: @ritakitty8) Blog: anartfulsequenceofwords.com
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There seems to be a run of tv and film adaptations of books at the moment. Get ahead of the curve with this list of books to read before you see them on screen from @the-independent.com.
Or have you read them already?
#WomenWritersNet
www.independent.co.uk/arts-enterta...
Or have you read them already?
#WomenWritersNet
www.independent.co.uk/arts-enterta...
February 9, 2026 at 5:11 PM
There seems to be a run of tv and film adaptations of books at the moment. Get ahead of the curve with this list of books to read before you see them on screen from @the-independent.com.
Or have you read them already?
#WomenWritersNet
www.independent.co.uk/arts-enterta...
Or have you read them already?
#WomenWritersNet
www.independent.co.uk/arts-enterta...
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With #ValentinesDay just around the corner, here's a list of romance books by black authors from @penguinrandomhouse.bsky.social
#WomenWritersNet #romance #blackwriters
www.penguinrandomhouse.com/the-read-dow...
#WomenWritersNet #romance #blackwriters
www.penguinrandomhouse.com/the-read-dow...
Romance Books by Black Authors That Center Black Love | Penguin Random House
Dive into one of these diverse romance books by Black authors that center Black protagonists and feature Black love in all its forms.
www.penguinrandomhouse.com
February 10, 2026 at 9:16 AM
With #ValentinesDay just around the corner, here's a list of romance books by black authors from @penguinrandomhouse.bsky.social
#WomenWritersNet #romance #blackwriters
www.penguinrandomhouse.com/the-read-dow...
#WomenWritersNet #romance #blackwriters
www.penguinrandomhouse.com/the-read-dow...
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A great opportunity to win a place on a Jericho Writers course Self Edit Your Novel
#WomenWritersNet
#WomenWritersNet
🏃Run, don't walk...🏃 We're offering one lucky author the chance to win a bursary place on the next Self-Edit Your Novel course, which starts on 24 March 2026. To be in with your chance of receiving it, please submit a piece of writing, plus your reasons for applying, by 9 March.
February 10, 2026 at 1:07 PM
A great opportunity to win a place on a Jericho Writers course Self Edit Your Novel
#WomenWritersNet
#WomenWritersNet
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Good morning everyone. It’s @drhelenmtaylor.bsky.social on the #WomenWritersNet account this week. This is Ada Lovelace, one of my writing companions, waiting for me to get going.
Do you have a writing companion? Are they a help or a hindrance? 😸
Do you have a writing companion? Are they a help or a hindrance? 😸
February 9, 2026 at 7:30 AM
Good morning everyone. It’s @drhelenmtaylor.bsky.social on the #WomenWritersNet account this week. This is Ada Lovelace, one of my writing companions, waiting for me to get going.
Do you have a writing companion? Are they a help or a hindrance? 😸
Do you have a writing companion? Are they a help or a hindrance? 😸
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Did you know that @societyofauthors.bsky.social run lots of free online events covering all sorts of topics? Check out their
website to discover more. These author events look particularly good. First one 5 March with @gracequantock.bsky.social
#WomenWritersNet
website to discover more. These author events look particularly good. First one 5 March with @gracequantock.bsky.social
#WomenWritersNet
Our ‘How I write’ online events are an opportunity to hear writers discuss their work, career and creative practices. They are free and open to all.
February 9, 2026 at 11:11 AM
Did you know that @societyofauthors.bsky.social run lots of free online events covering all sorts of topics? Check out their
website to discover more. These author events look particularly good. First one 5 March with @gracequantock.bsky.social
#WomenWritersNet
website to discover more. These author events look particularly good. First one 5 March with @gracequantock.bsky.social
#WomenWritersNet
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Fantastic! Many congratulations, @brethertonwords.bsky.social and @breakthroughbook.bsky.social! 👏 👏👏
Huge thanks to the prestigious Historical Novel Society for featuring a write-up on The Fire In Their Eyes by Stephanie Bretherton!
📖 ✍️ 📖 ✍️
We’re delighted that the reviewer found much to like in this dual timeline novel set in both ancient prehistory and the present day.
🕰️ 🌍 🕰️ 🌍
📖 ✍️ 📖 ✍️
We’re delighted that the reviewer found much to like in this dual timeline novel set in both ancient prehistory and the present day.
🕰️ 🌍 🕰️ 🌍
February 9, 2026 at 11:31 AM
Fantastic! Many congratulations, @brethertonwords.bsky.social and @breakthroughbook.bsky.social! 👏 👏👏
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This is Stan, my second writing helper. Of course, I haven't moved him off the seat and now I am perching precariously as I try to work (although he is keeping my bum warm 😹)
How's everyone else's Monday going? What are the #writingplans for the week?
#WomenWritersNet
How's everyone else's Monday going? What are the #writingplans for the week?
#WomenWritersNet
February 9, 2026 at 2:39 PM
This is Stan, my second writing helper. Of course, I haven't moved him off the seat and now I am perching precariously as I try to work (although he is keeping my bum warm 😹)
How's everyone else's Monday going? What are the #writingplans for the week?
#WomenWritersNet
How's everyone else's Monday going? What are the #writingplans for the week?
#WomenWritersNet
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At #womenwritersnet we're holding our breath until 31 March when #ThePeoplesRepublicOfLove written by follower @heatherika.bsky.social and published by @srlpublishing.bsky.social launches. What a great premise for a novel. Do follow the link for more information: srlpublishing.co.uk/product/the-...
The People’s Republic of Love - SRL Publishing
Plant a tree by ordering on our website, or available to order at all major retailers and your local indie book shop.
srlpublishing.co.uk
February 8, 2026 at 7:23 PM
At #womenwritersnet we're holding our breath until 31 March when #ThePeoplesRepublicOfLove written by follower @heatherika.bsky.social and published by @srlpublishing.bsky.social launches. What a great premise for a novel. Do follow the link for more information: srlpublishing.co.uk/product/the-...
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Congratulations on a fab cover @srlpublishing.bsky.social and @heatherika.bsky.social
At #womenwritersnet we're holding our breath until 31 March when #ThePeoplesRepublicOfLove written by follower @heatherika.bsky.social and published by @srlpublishing.bsky.social launches. What a great premise for a novel. Do follow the link for more information: srlpublishing.co.uk/product/the-...
The People’s Republic of Love - SRL Publishing
Plant a tree by ordering on our website, or available to order at all major retailers and your local indie book shop.
srlpublishing.co.uk
February 8, 2026 at 7:28 PM
Congratulations on a fab cover @srlpublishing.bsky.social and @heatherika.bsky.social
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I've been pondering what makes a character (and a real-life person) well-rounded. Collecting enough quirks and juxtaposed opposites? What do you think? Blog post below. #WritersLife #WritingCommunity
February 7, 2026 at 8:32 AM
I've been pondering what makes a character (and a real-life person) well-rounded. Collecting enough quirks and juxtaposed opposites? What do you think? Blog post below. #WritersLife #WritingCommunity
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Join tonight's #WeeknightWriters chat at 7 - 9PM EST for a candid discussion about the joys and struggles of the writing life
February 5, 2026 at 9:03 PM
Join tonight's #WeeknightWriters chat at 7 - 9PM EST for a candid discussion about the joys and struggles of the writing life
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Hello #womenwritersnet! This is @gailaldwin.bsky.social on the account and I'm pleased to report it's a dry day in #Dorchester. I've been on a walk around the town to get my muscles working. What have you done to get your writing muscles active this morning?
February 4, 2026 at 12:05 PM
Hello #womenwritersnet! This is @gailaldwin.bsky.social on the account and I'm pleased to report it's a dry day in #Dorchester. I've been on a walk around the town to get my muscles working. What have you done to get your writing muscles active this morning?
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Good evening dear #womenwriters. Are you ready for a relaxing time or do you have your nightly writing activities planned? This is Mari Helin's photo on @unsplash.com that exactly depicts how I'll be spending the next few hours. See you tomorrow!
February 2, 2026 at 6:48 PM
Good evening dear #womenwriters. Are you ready for a relaxing time or do you have your nightly writing activities planned? This is Mari Helin's photo on @unsplash.com that exactly depicts how I'll be spending the next few hours. See you tomorrow!
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Morning all! This is @gailaldwin.bsky.social managing the #womenwritersnet account this week. It's rather grey outside but perhaps this gives us writers impetus to stay indoors get creative. How are you approaching the first day of your writing week?
February 2, 2026 at 8:55 AM
Morning all! This is @gailaldwin.bsky.social managing the #womenwritersnet account this week. It's rather grey outside but perhaps this gives us writers impetus to stay indoors get creative. How are you approaching the first day of your writing week?
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Good morning all, how are you? It’s @lizchampion.bsky.social here this week. Just finished a Pilates class and now feeling better - focused, calm and excited about my writing projects.
Does exercise help your writing?
#writers
Does exercise help your writing?
#writers
January 28, 2026 at 9:13 AM
Good morning all, how are you? It’s @lizchampion.bsky.social here this week. Just finished a Pilates class and now feeling better - focused, calm and excited about my writing projects.
Does exercise help your writing?
#writers
Does exercise help your writing?
#writers
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Unprecedented Times: Why We Need to Write Fiction Now: writerunboxed.com/2025/10/22/u... By Emilie-Noelle Provost #wkb31
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January 28, 2026 at 2:10 PM
Unprecedented Times: Why We Need to Write Fiction Now: writerunboxed.com/2025/10/22/u... By Emilie-Noelle Provost #wkb31
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we've started reading submissions so we can get back to [most] writers post-haste! You have till Sunday evening to send your story through for consideration 🖤💚
www.wildhuntbooks.co.uk/blog/now-ope...
www.wildhuntbooks.co.uk/blog/now-ope...
Now open for short story submissions for the Modern Decadent anthology — wild hunt books
Very exciting news from the Wild Hunt Books team - we’re seeking short stories for our upcoming anthology, Modern Decadent . Submissions must be between 1500-5000 words. The submission window is open...
www.wildhuntbooks.co.uk
January 28, 2026 at 2:07 PM
we've started reading submissions so we can get back to [most] writers post-haste! You have till Sunday evening to send your story through for consideration 🖤💚
www.wildhuntbooks.co.uk/blog/now-ope...
www.wildhuntbooks.co.uk/blog/now-ope...
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On The Write Stuff this week...
Writer and Poet María Gallardo talks about the inspiration behind her poetry, her creative process and advice for budding authors, as well as her latest work, and the best chocolate sweet in the world!
#booksky #poetrycommunity 📚💙📚💙
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Writer and Poet María Gallardo talks about the inspiration behind her poetry, her creative process and advice for budding authors, as well as her latest work, and the best chocolate sweet in the world!
#booksky #poetrycommunity 📚💙📚💙
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The Write Stuff Featuring Writer and Poet María Gallardo
Interviews with Amazing Authors!
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January 29, 2026 at 8:26 AM
On The Write Stuff this week...
Writer and Poet María Gallardo talks about the inspiration behind her poetry, her creative process and advice for budding authors, as well as her latest work, and the best chocolate sweet in the world!
#booksky #poetrycommunity 📚💙📚💙
open.substack.com/pub/lawrence...
Writer and Poet María Gallardo talks about the inspiration behind her poetry, her creative process and advice for budding authors, as well as her latest work, and the best chocolate sweet in the world!
#booksky #poetrycommunity 📚💙📚💙
open.substack.com/pub/lawrence...
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A quick guide to common character arc problems - @srbranson.bsky.social at @writersdigest.bsky.social www.writersdigest.com/7-common-cha... #writingtips
7 Common Character Arc Problems and How to Fix Them
Award-winning author Sarah Branson shares seven common character arc problems and how to fix them in stories.
www.writersdigest.com
January 29, 2026 at 8:22 AM
A quick guide to common character arc problems - @srbranson.bsky.social at @writersdigest.bsky.social www.writersdigest.com/7-common-cha... #writingtips
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Morning all, it’s Friday! Any writing wins this week? We’d love to hear and celebrate your success.
#writing
#writing
a cartoon cat wearing sunglasses and the word success
ALT: a cartoon cat wearing sunglasses and the word success
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January 30, 2026 at 9:41 AM
Morning all, it’s Friday! Any writing wins this week? We’d love to hear and celebrate your success.
#writing
#writing
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Good morning, it’s @lizchampion.bsky.social back for day two on the WWN account this week. I’m a writer from Barnsley in Yorkshire. I write a Substack about my messy midlife. I’d love to hear more about you and your writing.
#writingcommunity #writers
#writingcommunity #writers
January 27, 2026 at 9:18 AM
Good morning, it’s @lizchampion.bsky.social back for day two on the WWN account this week. I’m a writer from Barnsley in Yorkshire. I write a Substack about my messy midlife. I’d love to hear more about you and your writing.
#writingcommunity #writers
#writingcommunity #writers
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Good morning all! It’s @lizchampion.bsky.social on the WWN account this week. How are you? What’s on your writing agenda this week?
#writingcommunity #writing
#writingcommunity #writing
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ALT: a cartoon drawing of a person using a laptop with the words write written around them
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January 26, 2026 at 9:25 AM
Good morning all! It’s @lizchampion.bsky.social on the WWN account this week. How are you? What’s on your writing agenda this week?
#writingcommunity #writing
#writingcommunity #writing
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What are your favourite books about the writing process? I’ve just started this and I’m loving it. @lizchampion.bsky.social
#writingcommunity #writers
#writingcommunity #writers
January 26, 2026 at 12:28 PM
What are your favourite books about the writing process? I’ve just started this and I’m loving it. @lizchampion.bsky.social
#writingcommunity #writers
#writingcommunity #writers
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Do you have ideas brewing for getting your book noticed?
Will you try a new tactic to gain momentum?
Will you try a new tactic to gain momentum?
January 26, 2026 at 7:17 PM
Do you have ideas brewing for getting your book noticed?
Will you try a new tactic to gain momentum?
Will you try a new tactic to gain momentum?
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The York Literature Festival program is now live! 28th February to 30th March. Check it out.
yorkliteraturefestival.co.uk
yorkliteraturefestival.co.uk
York Literature Festival
yorkliteraturefestival.co.uk
January 23, 2026 at 4:32 PM
The York Literature Festival program is now live! 28th February to 30th March. Check it out.
yorkliteraturefestival.co.uk
yorkliteraturefestival.co.uk