Scholars & Writers
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We help academics find bigger ideas, reach larger audiences, get more done. https://scholarsandwriters.com Posts by Anne (early modern lit + food studies) & Daniela (20th c. history). Here to talk about all things #academicsky #writing #publicscholars
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How to figure out your book
Want to use summer’s student-free time to work on that academic manuscript? Dive into these tips and exercises to craft a more engaging next draft
www.timeshighereducation.com
We wrote this with summer in mind, but an academic book is for all seasons. So, if you could use some extra help this autumn while teaching, it's still right there whenever you need it. www.timeshighereducation.com/campus/how-f... #academicsky
Please recommend your favourite podcasts, Substacks, & blogs about academic life, writing, & teaching. Thank you #academicsky
December 1, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Please recommend your favourite podcasts, Substacks, & blogs about academic life, writing, & teaching. Thank you #academicsky
Especially happy to see "What Can I Get Out Of This? Teaching and Learning in a Classroom Full of Skeptics" on the list because turning your course into a book is a great way to start thinking about public scholarship. (see also Michael Puett's The Path)
Ten of this year’s best higher education books. #AcademicSky #HigherEd www.forbes.com/sites/michae...
Ten Of The Best Higher Education Books Of 2025
From admission guides to research exposes, from leadership advice to books on tenure and academic freedom, here’s a look at ten of the best higher ed titles for 2025.
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December 1, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Especially happy to see "What Can I Get Out Of This? Teaching and Learning in a Classroom Full of Skeptics" on the list because turning your course into a book is a great way to start thinking about public scholarship. (see also Michael Puett's The Path)
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· #AcademicSky ·
A scientist shares his story; an inspiring story: “I grew up in a large working class family…In high school, my teachers said I wouldn’t make it, not even in vocational training, and my school counselors gave up on me. So I left school at 19, disillusioned and without a diploma.”
A scientist shares his story; an inspiring story: “I grew up in a large working class family…In high school, my teachers said I wouldn’t make it, not even in vocational training, and my school counselors gave up on me. So I left school at 19, disillusioned and without a diploma.”
I dropped out of high school. Now, I’m living my dream as a fish scientist
This Ph.D. student from a working class background writes that no one should be made to feel inferior because of their roots
www.science.org
November 30, 2025 at 3:01 PM
· #AcademicSky ·
A scientist shares his story; an inspiring story: “I grew up in a large working class family…In high school, my teachers said I wouldn’t make it, not even in vocational training, and my school counselors gave up on me. So I left school at 19, disillusioned and without a diploma.”
A scientist shares his story; an inspiring story: “I grew up in a large working class family…In high school, my teachers said I wouldn’t make it, not even in vocational training, and my school counselors gave up on me. So I left school at 19, disillusioned and without a diploma.”
If you feel like you are doing everything EXCEPT writing the thing you really meant to write, bring on an editor or coach. S&W is just one of many options. Loads more on #academicsky Bonus: professional support services = tax deductible, so unload those big faculty bonuses before end of the year 🤣
November 30, 2025 at 3:27 PM
If you feel like you are doing everything EXCEPT writing the thing you really meant to write, bring on an editor or coach. S&W is just one of many options. Loads more on #academicsky Bonus: professional support services = tax deductible, so unload those big faculty bonuses before end of the year 🤣
For all the working-class students and faculty out there in US #academicsky. I'm sharing an oldie but goody as we navigate Thanksgiving. Come Monday, especially support your new students who are experiencing "mind the gap" for the first time. www.amazon.com/This-Fine-Pl...
This Fine Place So Far from Home: Voices of Academics from the Working Class
This Fine Place So Far from Home: Voices of Academics from the Working Class [Dews, C.L.] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. This Fine Place So Far from Home: Voices of Academics from the Working Class
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November 27, 2025 at 3:42 PM
For all the working-class students and faculty out there in US #academicsky. I'm sharing an oldie but goody as we navigate Thanksgiving. Come Monday, especially support your new students who are experiencing "mind the gap" for the first time. www.amazon.com/This-Fine-Pl...
Good morning to the US wing of #academicsky up early to finish their sides and pies! When you're washing up the dishes later and your family asks what they should get you this year, suggest something that will actually make a difference in your life. scholarsandwriters.com/offers/p/gif...
Meaningful Gifts for Intelligent People — Scholars & Writers
Give a scholar the momentum they crave to complete work that benefits their whole intellectual community. They can choose from time, direction, clarity, voice, or impact.
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November 27, 2025 at 1:20 PM
Good morning to the US wing of #academicsky up early to finish their sides and pies! When you're washing up the dishes later and your family asks what they should get you this year, suggest something that will actually make a difference in your life. scholarsandwriters.com/offers/p/gif...
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November 26, 2025 at 2:35 PM
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Are you an early career or established researcher engaged on original research intended to produce monographs, editions or studies of documents, texts or illustrations? Apply for the Neil Ker Memorial Fund 2026: https://bit.ly/4hO0Oo1
November 26, 2025 at 11:05 AM
We made a convenience store just for scholars. Drop by and pick up some essentials like TIME, CLARITY, or IMPACT -- the bread, milk, and scratch cards of academic life. #academicsky scholarsandwriters.com/offers
Quick, affordable support for academics | Scholars & Writers
In just 40 minutes, we can help you move your academic career forward.
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November 26, 2025 at 2:34 PM
We made a convenience store just for scholars. Drop by and pick up some essentials like TIME, CLARITY, or IMPACT -- the bread, milk, and scratch cards of academic life. #academicsky scholarsandwriters.com/offers
Give a gift that shows your post-doc, colleague, or academic bestie that you care about their work and the future of higher ed. Brought to you by the campaign to replace unwanted bottles of wine with amazing research. #academicsky scholarsandwriters.com/gift-cards-f...
Gift Cards for Academics | Scholars & Writers
Thoughtful gifts for intelligent people to help them get more done, enjoy doing it, and reach larger audiences with their work.
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November 25, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Give a gift that shows your post-doc, colleague, or academic bestie that you care about their work and the future of higher ed. Brought to you by the campaign to replace unwanted bottles of wine with amazing research. #academicsky scholarsandwriters.com/gift-cards-f...
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The UW Center for an Informed Public is looking for postdocs (for 2026-2028) from across diverse disciplines whose research sheds light on the challenges of our modern information environment, promotes civic health, and/or helps people/communities navigate online spaces: apply.interfolio.com/177901
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November 24, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Exactly why one of our core values is to "collaborate rather than compete." Strong support systems make all the difference. #academicsky
Career Advice | Thankful for Others
In your career search and in life, don’t underestimate the value of cultivating a human community. https://bit.ly/4rnH0fS
#EDUSky #AcademicSky #HigherEd
In your career search and in life, don’t underestimate the value of cultivating a human community. https://bit.ly/4rnH0fS
#EDUSky #AcademicSky #HigherEd
November 24, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Exactly why one of our core values is to "collaborate rather than compete." Strong support systems make all the difference. #academicsky
Help me out #academicsky, how many people without bachelor degrees hold visiting fellow positions at Harvard? #epstein fellowship application: "I wish to study the reasons behind group behavior." Don't we all, don't we all... ogc.harvard.edu/sites/g/file...
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November 19, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Help me out #academicsky, how many people without bachelor degrees hold visiting fellow positions at Harvard? #epstein fellowship application: "I wish to study the reasons behind group behavior." Don't we all, don't we all... ogc.harvard.edu/sites/g/file...
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The transfers will likely add red tape, not cut it; they will grow, not shrink, bureaucracy; and they will weaken accountability for how federal money is spent. #AcademicSky #HigherEd www.forbes.com/sites/michae...
What Breaking Up The U.S. Education Department Could Mean For Colleges
As part of its efforts to break up the Education Department, the Trump administration farmed out many of its major functions to four other federal agencies this week.
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November 19, 2025 at 11:58 AM
The transfers will likely add red tape, not cut it; they will grow, not shrink, bureaucracy; and they will weaken accountability for how federal money is spent. #AcademicSky #HigherEd www.forbes.com/sites/michae...
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"Passive procrastination is characterised by indecision to act, whereas active procrastination is marked by a preference and deliberate decision to work under pressure."
Interesting that the active version may not be a detriment to learning.
#PsychSciSky #AcademicSky #EduSky
doi.org/10.3390/educ...
Interesting that the active version may not be a detriment to learning.
#PsychSciSky #AcademicSky #EduSky
doi.org/10.3390/educ...
November 18, 2025 at 1:00 PM
"Passive procrastination is characterised by indecision to act, whereas active procrastination is marked by a preference and deliberate decision to work under pressure."
Interesting that the active version may not be a detriment to learning.
#PsychSciSky #AcademicSky #EduSky
doi.org/10.3390/educ...
Interesting that the active version may not be a detriment to learning.
#PsychSciSky #AcademicSky #EduSky
doi.org/10.3390/educ...
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🚨Academic freebie alert 🚨
We're running a workshop on preparing doctoral research proposals; sign up and join online or show up in person in Oxford Uni.
#AcademicSky 🧪
We're running a workshop on preparing doctoral research proposals; sign up and join online or show up in person in Oxford Uni.
#AcademicSky 🧪
📢 Free training session! Preparing Your Doctoral Research Proposal.
Open to postgraduates not currently studying at Oxford University – wherever you plan to apply.
Join online or in person at Rewley House, Oxford.
Wed 10 Dec 2025, 11am–2pm GMT (UK time).
👉 Find out more: buff.ly/qHSucUn
Open to postgraduates not currently studying at Oxford University – wherever you plan to apply.
Join online or in person at Rewley House, Oxford.
Wed 10 Dec 2025, 11am–2pm GMT (UK time).
👉 Find out more: buff.ly/qHSucUn
November 17, 2025 at 4:37 PM
🚨Academic freebie alert 🚨
We're running a workshop on preparing doctoral research proposals; sign up and join online or show up in person in Oxford Uni.
#AcademicSky 🧪
We're running a workshop on preparing doctoral research proposals; sign up and join online or show up in person in Oxford Uni.
#AcademicSky 🧪
Texas and Indiana may try to control what you teach, but they can't stop what you write or limit who reads it (yet). We can help you publish op-eds and books that reach wider audiences & there's nothing they can do about it. Shoutout to the HS rebels! #academicsky media3.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2l...
the breakfast club rebel GIF - Find & Share on GIPHY
Discover & share this the breakfast club rebel GIF with everyone you know. GIPHY is how you search, share, discover, and create GIFs.
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November 14, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Texas and Indiana may try to control what you teach, but they can't stop what you write or limit who reads it (yet). We can help you publish op-eds and books that reach wider audiences & there's nothing they can do about it. Shoutout to the HS rebels! #academicsky media3.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2l...
Academics often ask us how to get an agent. Two of our clients prove our #1 solution: write shorter pieces that engage larger audiences and the agents come to you. Meet Daniel: scholarsandwriters.com/what-works-p... & Fredara: scholarsandwriters.com/what-works-p... #academicsky
Publish an NYT feature, build your public scholar profile with Daniel HoSang — Scholars & Writers
Daniel specialises in racial formation and racism in politics, culture, and the law. Here he talks about how writing a New York Times feature strengthened his public platform and caught the attentio...
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November 14, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Academics often ask us how to get an agent. Two of our clients prove our #1 solution: write shorter pieces that engage larger audiences and the agents come to you. Meet Daniel: scholarsandwriters.com/what-works-p... & Fredara: scholarsandwriters.com/what-works-p... #academicsky
You really can't write for more than 4 hours, so don't keep putting it off until you have that impossible opening in academy life. (FYI, most of our faculty clients write for 1.5-3 hours.) #academicsky www.youtube.com/watch?v=gm1O...
Oliver Burkeman: “Why most scholars worked for only 4 hours a day”
YouTube video by Nudge Podcast
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November 13, 2025 at 12:09 PM
You really can't write for more than 4 hours, so don't keep putting it off until you have that impossible opening in academy life. (FYI, most of our faculty clients write for 1.5-3 hours.) #academicsky www.youtube.com/watch?v=gm1O...
Celebrating a client's new crossover book that brings academic research to larger audiences. 🥳 for Darla Schumm's Healing Ableism with @rutgersupress.bsky.social! #academicsky www.rutgersuniversitypress.org/healing-able...
Healing Ableism - Rutgers University Press
Most people encounter disability at some point in their lives, either in their own bodies or through a friend or loved one. Faith leaders, sacred texts, and ...
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November 11, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Celebrating a client's new crossover book that brings academic research to larger audiences. 🥳 for Darla Schumm's Healing Ableism with @rutgersupress.bsky.social! #academicsky www.rutgersuniversitypress.org/healing-able...
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#academicsky Please check in on your PhD student friends…we are not doing well.
I’ve had so many conversations about how we can possibly go on when the world is crumbling and our livelihoods are under attack. I’ve had multiple friends leave their programs. I’m sad but I’m gonna fight. I have to.
I’ve had so many conversations about how we can possibly go on when the world is crumbling and our livelihoods are under attack. I’ve had multiple friends leave their programs. I’m sad but I’m gonna fight. I have to.
October 3, 2025 at 7:47 AM
#academicsky Please check in on your PhD student friends…we are not doing well.
I’ve had so many conversations about how we can possibly go on when the world is crumbling and our livelihoods are under attack. I’ve had multiple friends leave their programs. I’m sad but I’m gonna fight. I have to.
I’ve had so many conversations about how we can possibly go on when the world is crumbling and our livelihoods are under attack. I’ve had multiple friends leave their programs. I’m sad but I’m gonna fight. I have to.
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💥New: Open educational resources should be central to the public mission of universities
✍️ @niamhtumelty.bsky.social & @heroicendeavour.bsky.social
#OpenResearch #AcademicSky #HigherEducation (@lsepress.bsky.social)
✍️ @niamhtumelty.bsky.social & @heroicendeavour.bsky.social
#OpenResearch #AcademicSky #HigherEducation (@lsepress.bsky.social)
Open educational resources should be central to the public mission of universities - Impact of Social Sciences
Why open educational resources should form a central part of university strategies for public engagement.
blogs.lse.ac.uk
October 3, 2025 at 8:15 AM
💥New: Open educational resources should be central to the public mission of universities
✍️ @niamhtumelty.bsky.social & @heroicendeavour.bsky.social
#OpenResearch #AcademicSky #HigherEducation (@lsepress.bsky.social)
✍️ @niamhtumelty.bsky.social & @heroicendeavour.bsky.social
#OpenResearch #AcademicSky #HigherEducation (@lsepress.bsky.social)
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Autumn weather is the perfect opportunity to cosy up in your home and write that novel you've been dreaming of all summer🍃
To help you get there, our Opportunities Newsletter just landed—chock-full of residencies, contests, grants & everything else you need to meet, learn and be inspired💫
To help you get there, our Opportunities Newsletter just landed—chock-full of residencies, contests, grants & everything else you need to meet, learn and be inspired💫
Autumn Opportunities for Writers in Europe
Festivals, retreats, contests, online and in-person—come get inspired!
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September 20, 2025 at 11:05 AM
Autumn weather is the perfect opportunity to cosy up in your home and write that novel you've been dreaming of all summer🍃
To help you get there, our Opportunities Newsletter just landed—chock-full of residencies, contests, grants & everything else you need to meet, learn and be inspired💫
To help you get there, our Opportunities Newsletter just landed—chock-full of residencies, contests, grants & everything else you need to meet, learn and be inspired💫
Every day I am thankful that there's an #academicsky filled with people doing fascinating work, changing how we think, challenging uninformed ideas. And just generally making the world more curious, more knowledgeable, and more interesting. We need you more than ever.
September 17, 2025 at 10:35 AM
Every day I am thankful that there's an #academicsky filled with people doing fascinating work, changing how we think, challenging uninformed ideas. And just generally making the world more curious, more knowledgeable, and more interesting. We need you more than ever.