Amy Durant (she/her)
@savingbooks.bsky.social
Publishing Director, Sapere Books. https://saperebooks.com/
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"[W]e hope to further illuminate the links between Behn, early ‘scientific’ collecting practices, and the colonizing process."
Discover Oroonoko’s insects in John Kuhn & Carolyn Arena's “Strange American Flies": Oroonoko and the Royal Society’s Early Surinamese Collections doi.org/10.1353/rst....
Discover Oroonoko’s insects in John Kuhn & Carolyn Arena's “Strange American Flies": Oroonoko and the Royal Society’s Early Surinamese Collections doi.org/10.1353/rst....
August 21, 2025 at 1:11 AM
"[W]e hope to further illuminate the links between Behn, early ‘scientific’ collecting practices, and the colonizing process."
Discover Oroonoko’s insects in John Kuhn & Carolyn Arena's “Strange American Flies": Oroonoko and the Royal Society’s Early Surinamese Collections doi.org/10.1353/rst....
Discover Oroonoko’s insects in John Kuhn & Carolyn Arena's “Strange American Flies": Oroonoko and the Royal Society’s Early Surinamese Collections doi.org/10.1353/rst....
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Head over to our blog to discover our September round-up of new releases! From Ancient Rome and Victorian London to an American Civil War siege and air gunners of World War II — there’s something exciting here for everyone.
#SapereBooks #SeptemberRoundup #newreleases
saperebooks.com/blog/septemb...
#SapereBooks #SeptemberRoundup #newreleases
saperebooks.com/blog/septemb...
Sapere Books' September Round-Up | Sapere Books
Welcome to Sapere Books’ September round-up of new releases! From Ancient Rome and Victorian London to an American Civil War siege and air gunners of World War Two — there’s something exciting here fo...
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September 30, 2025 at 9:05 AM
Head over to our blog to discover our September round-up of new releases! From Ancient Rome and Victorian London to an American Civil War siege and air gunners of World War II — there’s something exciting here for everyone.
#SapereBooks #SeptemberRoundup #newreleases
saperebooks.com/blog/septemb...
#SapereBooks #SeptemberRoundup #newreleases
saperebooks.com/blog/septemb...
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We're really enjoying reading all of your #WriteCBC entries so far. You have until 10am tomorrow to join in on the fun! ✍️
#WriteCBC task from @evswrites.bsky.social: Your protagonist has answered an advert to be a lodger. They haven’t met the owner, but they've been sent a key. When they open the front door, they get a strong sense of the homeowner. How does the house evoke the owner? What can they see, smell or hear?
February 6, 2025 at 3:27 PM
We're really enjoying reading all of your #WriteCBC entries so far. You have until 10am tomorrow to join in on the fun! ✍️
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What secrets are hidden at Cliffside?
“There have been many studies made concerning the legends of the small folk in this area, a number claim that the fairy rings lead the way to the hidden kingdom of Tylwyth Teg, the land of the fairies. These things cannot be entirely dismissed…”
@SapereBooks
“There have been many studies made concerning the legends of the small folk in this area, a number claim that the fairy rings lead the way to the hidden kingdom of Tylwyth Teg, the land of the fairies. These things cannot be entirely dismissed…”
@SapereBooks
November 21, 2024 at 11:21 AM
What secrets are hidden at Cliffside?
“There have been many studies made concerning the legends of the small folk in this area, a number claim that the fairy rings lead the way to the hidden kingdom of Tylwyth Teg, the land of the fairies. These things cannot be entirely dismissed…”
@SapereBooks
“There have been many studies made concerning the legends of the small folk in this area, a number claim that the fairy rings lead the way to the hidden kingdom of Tylwyth Teg, the land of the fairies. These things cannot be entirely dismissed…”
@SapereBooks
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When you tell your bezzie to look at the person behind, but not make it obvious 😂
January 21, 2025 at 2:29 PM
When you tell your bezzie to look at the person behind, but not make it obvious 😂
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I'm beyond excited to work with Sapere Books on my Arthurian fantasy series! Across five books, we'll follow Arthur as he rises from beer-swilling mercenary to true nobility. Set in the sixth century, the books combine historical grit with the otherworldly.
www.thebookseller.com/news/sapere-...
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Sapere Books announces writing competition winners
Sapere Books pitched six briefs that writers could choose from for their entries.
www.thebookseller.com
July 16, 2024 at 10:06 AM
I'm beyond excited to work with Sapere Books on my Arthurian fantasy series! Across five books, we'll follow Arthur as he rises from beer-swilling mercenary to true nobility. Set in the sixth century, the books combine historical grit with the otherworldly.
www.thebookseller.com/news/sapere-...
www.thebookseller.com/news/sapere-...
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Thought for today
September 3, 2024 at 3:01 PM
Thought for today
This looks like it could be fun. Writers worldwide can take part in the NYC Midnight Short Story Challenge, kicking off January 24. nycmidnight.com
nycmidnight
NYC Midnight hosts inspiring challenges for storytellers around the world. Writers receive prompts and have a limited amount of time to create flash fiction, microfiction, screenplays, and short stori...
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January 18, 2025 at 8:58 PM
This looks like it could be fun. Writers worldwide can take part in the NYC Midnight Short Story Challenge, kicking off January 24. nycmidnight.com
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For those who asked (you're so sweet!) book 10, provisionally entitled "The Fall Guy", is finished, with @saperebooks.bsky.social and due for pre-order on Amazon on April 7th. And TV series hopes still alive.
January 18, 2025 at 9:51 AM
For those who asked (you're so sweet!) book 10, provisionally entitled "The Fall Guy", is finished, with @saperebooks.bsky.social and due for pre-order on Amazon on April 7th. And TV series hopes still alive.
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On the countdown to publication!
January 17, 2025 at 6:21 PM
On the countdown to publication!
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Nice to see this in the Times today. The auction closes Sunday, so there's still time for you to bid on the first line of a favourite book, written by the author! (Link below) www.jumblebee.co.uk/thefirstline www.thetimes.com/article/fdb6...
Authors put pen to paper amid demise of handwriting
Bestselling British authors, like Philip Pullman and Julia Donaldson, hand-write the opening to their most famous books to encourage people to value handwriting
www.thetimes.com
December 6, 2024 at 9:56 AM
Nice to see this in the Times today. The auction closes Sunday, so there's still time for you to bid on the first line of a favourite book, written by the author! (Link below) www.jumblebee.co.uk/thefirstline www.thetimes.com/article/fdb6...
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I’m creating a 2025 debut authors starter pack, let me know who I should be adding! Shares appreciated 💙📚
go.bsky.app/RYHeizd
go.bsky.app/RYHeizd
December 6, 2024 at 7:31 AM
I’m creating a 2025 debut authors starter pack, let me know who I should be adding! Shares appreciated 💙📚
go.bsky.app/RYHeizd
go.bsky.app/RYHeizd
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
#booksky
10/20
#booksky
10/20
November 27, 2024 at 1:51 PM
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
#booksky
10/20
#booksky
10/20
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We are pleased to offer bursaries for attendance at the London Rare Books School.
These are generously donated by our partners: Peter Harrington Foundation, Maggs Bros., Antiquarian Booksellers Association, @bibsoc.bsky.social and Dr Williams's Library.
Apply here:
buff.ly/3R8wTKpey
These are generously donated by our partners: Peter Harrington Foundation, Maggs Bros., Antiquarian Booksellers Association, @bibsoc.bsky.social and Dr Williams's Library.
Apply here:
buff.ly/3R8wTKpey
We are excited to announce the launch of our well-loved
London Rare Books School for 2025!
📖Discover a range of captivating courses on all things rare books!📖
Learn more and secure your spot here: buff.ly/4ejU2mT
#SummerSchool #RareBooks
London Rare Books School for 2025!
📖Discover a range of captivating courses on all things rare books!📖
Learn more and secure your spot here: buff.ly/4ejU2mT
#SummerSchool #RareBooks
November 27, 2024 at 9:39 AM
We are pleased to offer bursaries for attendance at the London Rare Books School.
These are generously donated by our partners: Peter Harrington Foundation, Maggs Bros., Antiquarian Booksellers Association, @bibsoc.bsky.social and Dr Williams's Library.
Apply here:
buff.ly/3R8wTKpey
These are generously donated by our partners: Peter Harrington Foundation, Maggs Bros., Antiquarian Booksellers Association, @bibsoc.bsky.social and Dr Williams's Library.
Apply here:
buff.ly/3R8wTKpey
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Spying on Hibernia:
Intelligence Gathering in Ireland, 1660-1900
Psssst! Check out the great line-up at this fascinating
symposium tomorrow (Thursday, November 28) in PRONI, Belfast
🤫🧐🔎
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/spying-on-...
Intelligence Gathering in Ireland, 1660-1900
Psssst! Check out the great line-up at this fascinating
symposium tomorrow (Thursday, November 28) in PRONI, Belfast
🤫🧐🔎
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/spying-on-...
Spying on Hibernia: Intelligence Gathering in Ireland, 1660-1900
A One-Day Symposium (PRONI, Belfast)
www.eventbrite.co.uk
November 27, 2024 at 9:57 AM
Spying on Hibernia:
Intelligence Gathering in Ireland, 1660-1900
Psssst! Check out the great line-up at this fascinating
symposium tomorrow (Thursday, November 28) in PRONI, Belfast
🤫🧐🔎
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/spying-on-...
Intelligence Gathering in Ireland, 1660-1900
Psssst! Check out the great line-up at this fascinating
symposium tomorrow (Thursday, November 28) in PRONI, Belfast
🤫🧐🔎
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/spying-on-...
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Every year, GS provides Christmas Dinner for people who have been in the care system who may not have anywhere else to go on a day when family can be thin on the ground. Christmas Dinners are held around the country and they always needs funds, support and help. Details below. Please share.
The Gold From The Stone Foundation
www.goldfromthestone.org.uk
November 26, 2024 at 10:40 PM
Every year, GS provides Christmas Dinner for people who have been in the care system who may not have anywhere else to go on a day when family can be thin on the ground. Christmas Dinners are held around the country and they always needs funds, support and help. Details below. Please share.
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
#booksky
9/20
#booksky
9/20
November 26, 2024 at 7:29 PM
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
#booksky
9/20
#booksky
9/20
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
#booksky
8/20
#booksky
8/20
November 25, 2024 at 10:45 PM
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
#booksky
8/20
#booksky
8/20
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The Literary Events Starter Pack is up to 23, if you know of festivals or literary events that are on Bluesky please let me know
go.bsky.app/PHw99bS
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November 24, 2024 at 7:30 PM
The Literary Events Starter Pack is up to 23, if you know of festivals or literary events that are on Bluesky please let me know
go.bsky.app/PHw99bS
go.bsky.app/PHw99bS
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
#booksky
7/20
#booksky
7/20
November 24, 2024 at 8:10 PM
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
#booksky
7/20
#booksky
7/20
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Word of the day is ‘librocubicularist’: one who loves nothing better than reading in bed.
(Not easy to say, but I’m glad to know it exists).
(Not easy to say, but I’m glad to know it exists).
November 24, 2024 at 10:47 AM
Word of the day is ‘librocubicularist’: one who loves nothing better than reading in bed.
(Not easy to say, but I’m glad to know it exists).
(Not easy to say, but I’m glad to know it exists).
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This is a beautiful thing
November 23, 2024 at 8:01 AM
This is a beautiful thing
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
#booksky
6/20
#booksky
6/20
November 23, 2024 at 9:24 PM
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
#booksky
6/20
#booksky
6/20
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
#booksky
5/20
#booksky
5/20
November 22, 2024 at 4:43 PM
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
#booksky
5/20
#booksky
5/20
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Next week, we’ll be announcing our #BookoftheYear - but what has been YOUR book of the year, dear reader?
November 22, 2024 at 11:55 AM
Next week, we’ll be announcing our #BookoftheYear - but what has been YOUR book of the year, dear reader?