Edith Pilaf
@tjwest3.bsky.social
Queer Appalachian ex-pat writer who loves all things pop culture. My debut queer Appalachian rom-com, Country Road Romance, is available now.
Look at this queen.
January 31, 2026 at 1:49 AM
Look at this queen.
The world sucks, but look at this face.
January 30, 2026 at 8:49 PM
The world sucks, but look at this face.
Oof. This fucking sucks. She was truly a remarkable comedic talent, one who brought such nuance and depth to even outlandish characters like Moira. What a treasure the world has lost.
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Catherine O’Hara, ‘Schitt’s Creek’ and ‘Home Alone’ Star, Dies at 71
Catherine O'Hara, a legendary Hollywood actor known for her roles in 'Schitt's Creek' and 'Home Alone,' has died. She was 71.
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January 30, 2026 at 6:35 PM
Oof. This fucking sucks. She was truly a remarkable comedic talent, one who brought such nuance and depth to even outlandish characters like Moira. What a treasure the world has lost.
variety.com/2026/tv/news...
variety.com/2026/tv/news...
I love all of Lev AC Rosen's books, and I'd put this one at #2 when it comes to the Evander Mills series. This one is hard to read in places, but it excels, as does the series, at queering the noir novel. Definitely worth a read!
January 30, 2026 at 5:37 PM
I love all of Lev AC Rosen's books, and I'd put this one at #2 when it comes to the Evander Mills series. This one is hard to read in places, but it excels, as does the series, at queering the noir novel. Definitely worth a read!
Happy Friday, everyone! For today's edition of Omnivorous I reviewed The Daughters' War, one of my favorite fantasy reads of recent memory. Beautiful and brutal and heartbreaking, it's a must-read!
January 30, 2026 at 5:21 PM
Happy Friday, everyone! For today's edition of Omnivorous I reviewed The Daughters' War, one of my favorite fantasy reads of recent memory. Beautiful and brutal and heartbreaking, it's a must-read!
The newest addition to my parents’ household. 😍
January 30, 2026 at 3:06 AM
The newest addition to my parents’ household. 😍
My event at the Ohio County Public Library was a success! Good conversation, queer joy, and all the West Virginia vibes. Thanks to The Friendlier City Project for cohosting! Can’t wait to see youns again!
January 30, 2026 at 1:54 AM
My event at the Ohio County Public Library was a success! Good conversation, queer joy, and all the West Virginia vibes. Thanks to The Friendlier City Project for cohosting! Can’t wait to see youns again!
Good morning, everyone! For today's edition of Omnivorous I reviewed the second episode of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, which is both funny and poignant, further evidence that this just might be my favorite Westeros show.
January 29, 2026 at 1:36 PM
Good morning, everyone! For today's edition of Omnivorous I reviewed the second episode of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, which is both funny and poignant, further evidence that this just might be my favorite Westeros show.
Both my next queer Appalachian rom-com, Hittin' the Right Note, and my Delmarva set queer romance, Pisces Seeks Virgo, are coming together nicely. The romantasy is slower going, but its plot and overall arc is coalescing.
2026 is going to be a banner year for me as a writer. I can feel it!
2026 is going to be a banner year for me as a writer. I can feel it!
January 29, 2026 at 2:40 AM
Both my next queer Appalachian rom-com, Hittin' the Right Note, and my Delmarva set queer romance, Pisces Seeks Virgo, are coming together nicely. The romantasy is slower going, but its plot and overall arc is coalescing.
2026 is going to be a banner year for me as a writer. I can feel it!
2026 is going to be a banner year for me as a writer. I can feel it!
He’s very unimpressed with my shenanigans.
January 29, 2026 at 1:52 AM
He’s very unimpressed with my shenanigans.
Sometimes after a long day of working at the library and writing you just wanna curl up under the blankets and watch Hyacinth, ya know what I mean?
January 29, 2026 at 1:22 AM
Sometimes after a long day of working at the library and writing you just wanna curl up under the blankets and watch Hyacinth, ya know what I mean?
If you’re looking for some reading to keep you warm this winter, might I suggest a queer Appalachian romance or romantasy written by yours truly? Whether you want sweet or spicy, I’ve got a book for you!
January 28, 2026 at 7:55 PM
If you’re looking for some reading to keep you warm this winter, might I suggest a queer Appalachian romance or romantasy written by yours truly? Whether you want sweet or spicy, I’ve got a book for you!
Happy Wednesday, everyone! For today's edition of Omnivorous I reviewed last week's episode of Spartacus: House of Ashur, which was truly a devastating, and yet also beautiful, episode of peplum TV. If you're not watching this show, you should be!
January 28, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Happy Wednesday, everyone! For today's edition of Omnivorous I reviewed last week's episode of Spartacus: House of Ashur, which was truly a devastating, and yet also beautiful, episode of peplum TV. If you're not watching this show, you should be!
I'm doing a writerly event at Ohio County Public Library in WV tomorrow and y'all...this means so much to me. One of the first gay books I ever read was from OCPL, and it feels very meaningful to return to a place that has always brought me so much queer joy.
January 28, 2026 at 4:51 PM
I'm doing a writerly event at Ohio County Public Library in WV tomorrow and y'all...this means so much to me. One of the first gay books I ever read was from OCPL, and it feels very meaningful to return to a place that has always brought me so much queer joy.
One of my very favorite parts about being a writer--aside from the writing itself, of course--is talking to other writers about our inspirations, our craft, and how our personal and political lives shape our work. It's always rewarding to cultivate these connections with others.
January 27, 2026 at 9:56 PM
One of my very favorite parts about being a writer--aside from the writing itself, of course--is talking to other writers about our inspirations, our craft, and how our personal and political lives shape our work. It's always rewarding to cultivate these connections with others.
January was a pretty busy reading month, and I ain’t mad about it. I read a lot of books loved, obviously, and I’m hoping to do the same in February!
January 27, 2026 at 7:49 PM
January was a pretty busy reading month, and I ain’t mad about it. I read a lot of books loved, obviously, and I’m hoping to do the same in February!
Happy Tuesday, everyone! For today's edition of Omnivorous I reviewed the most recent episode of The Pitt, which focused on human relationships and what we all owe to one another. Gods this show is fantastic!
January 27, 2026 at 3:46 PM
Happy Tuesday, everyone! For today's edition of Omnivorous I reviewed the most recent episode of The Pitt, which focused on human relationships and what we all owe to one another. Gods this show is fantastic!
A most comforting read on a chilly winter night.
January 27, 2026 at 4:06 AM
A most comforting read on a chilly winter night.
The saddest line in all of English literature is, in my opinion, “I tried to save the Shire, Sam, and it has been saved, but not for me.” An arrow to the heart.
January 27, 2026 at 3:39 AM
The saddest line in all of English literature is, in my opinion, “I tried to save the Shire, Sam, and it has been saved, but not for me.” An arrow to the heart.
He looks so contemplative!
January 27, 2026 at 12:34 AM
He looks so contemplative!
Haven’t posted a thirst trap in a while, so here you go.
January 26, 2026 at 11:20 PM
Haven’t posted a thirst trap in a while, so here you go.
Oh damn. My two lovers in my country star/pop star Appalachian romance just had a moment of synergy, where music and lyrics and vocals just...come together for both of them.
Hot damn I live for these moments when I'm writing!
Hot damn I live for these moments when I'm writing!
January 26, 2026 at 10:41 PM
Oh damn. My two lovers in my country star/pop star Appalachian romance just had a moment of synergy, where music and lyrics and vocals just...come together for both of them.
Hot damn I live for these moments when I'm writing!
Hot damn I live for these moments when I'm writing!
Since the library was closed today, I spent all of the day writing, writing, writing. Feels good to have these words pouring out of me, and I made major progress on my three novel-length projects of this year!
And, Hittin' the Right Note almost has a full draft ready for my editor.
Woot woot!
And, Hittin' the Right Note almost has a full draft ready for my editor.
Woot woot!
January 26, 2026 at 9:43 PM
Since the library was closed today, I spent all of the day writing, writing, writing. Feels good to have these words pouring out of me, and I made major progress on my three novel-length projects of this year!
And, Hittin' the Right Note almost has a full draft ready for my editor.
Woot woot!
And, Hittin' the Right Note almost has a full draft ready for my editor.
Woot woot!
Happy Monday, everyone! For today's edition of Omnivorous I reviewed Gus Van Sant's Dead Man's Wire, a tightly-woven and compelling drama that feels potently relevant in the world of today.
January 26, 2026 at 5:47 PM
Happy Monday, everyone! For today's edition of Omnivorous I reviewed Gus Van Sant's Dead Man's Wire, a tightly-woven and compelling drama that feels potently relevant in the world of today.
Been re-reading The Lord of the Rings this weekend, and man, this book just gets more powerful & relevant with each year. It reminds us that, though darkness is ever returning, we cannot and should not give in to despair. Even when we are faced with the Long Defeat, we must continue to fight.
January 26, 2026 at 5:12 PM
Been re-reading The Lord of the Rings this weekend, and man, this book just gets more powerful & relevant with each year. It reminds us that, though darkness is ever returning, we cannot and should not give in to despair. Even when we are faced with the Long Defeat, we must continue to fight.