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Winter Ives
@winterives.bsky.social
Dreamer. Stargazer. Fantasy Writer.
Author of STARLIGHT
"Every life has a story, and there's life in every story."
Not here to simply promote my work, but to inspire creativity, support the love of books, and share the writing journey.
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New to BlueSky and wish to share a bit about my fantasy novel, STARLIGHT. A portal fiction (story within a story) revolving around themes of friendship, courage, heroism, and love. Fans of feel-good, whimsical tales may find it here: www.amazon.com/dp/B08WK7TZJJ

#BookSky
#Fantasybook
#booksky
There's nothing more magical and fascinating than viewing the original work and artistry of a master storyteller. This one is truly a wonder.✨
#Booksky
#ClassicBooks
#Booklovers
#AliceinWonderland
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November 19, 2025 at 4:54 AM
✨Sunday Love✨
Another prose treasure written by Gerhard. @oevermann.bsky.social

#Poetry
#Poetsky
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November 16, 2025 at 8:21 PM
Happy Sunday, everyone!
Love this photo a friend sent to me and said, "Mornings may not always be magical, but STARLIGHT certainly is." 🙂

#BookLovers
#ReadingisMagical
#Booksky
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November 16, 2025 at 8:04 PM
✨Even if it's only the last dream of my soul.✨

#Booksky
#CharlesDickens
#ATaleofTwoCities
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October 10, 2025 at 3:19 AM
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Whilst I concede that texting is “convenient”, I much prefer all correspondence to be in the form of a handwritten letter composed on an oak desk by candlelight with a quill dipped into a bottle of ink, enclosed in an envelope with a wax seal, and sent via raven.
October 4, 2025 at 10:25 AM
Saturday inspiration.
In every story (as in life) there's a moment when the hero fails or falls down, when mistakes are made, and faith is tested. That's when courage and hope rises and shines, leading the way out of darkness. Keep the faith and shine.

#PowerofStory
#Booksky
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October 4, 2025 at 7:01 PM
My guilty chuckle for the day. 😂
(Thanks for the share, Rob@inventingreality.bsky.social ).
October 3, 2025 at 12:58 AM
According to 2025 reports, Stephen King is the most banned author in U.S. schools. Others include: Judy Blume, George Orwell, Jodi Picoult, Toni Morrison, Margaret Atwood, & Sarah J. Maas.

Parental supervision is a good thing; book bans endanger freedom of speech & expression.
#BannedBooksWeek
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October 3, 2025 at 12:53 AM
Farewell and Godspeed, Dame Commander. ✨
October 1, 2025 at 9:14 PM
The first step on the path to knowledge, creativity, and comprehension begins by simply reading to and exposing children to wonderful books.
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#Booksky
October 1, 2025 at 8:20 PM
"Free speech for me, but not for thee" isn't Freedom of Speech or Expression as guaranteed by the Constitution, and corporate cooperation in silencing the truth—or ideas, criticisms, and viewpoints that may not please a regime to increase their profits and monopolies, will affect everyone.
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September 18, 2025 at 10:06 PM
Sad to hear about the passing of Charles Robert Redford. He was the ultimate actor, director, film and environmental steward.

We shall never see his like again.

#Storytellers
#RobertRedford
#EnvironmentalSteward
#Filmsky
#Booksky
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September 17, 2025 at 12:34 AM
Everyone has their own voice, a certain style, and a unique rhythm. No matter what it is that you write or whether it is published or not, stay true to your instincts and write for yourself.

#WritingCommunity
#Writesky
#Booksky
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September 7, 2025 at 8:38 AM
Truly enjoy everyone's work. Thought I'd share a WIP entitled "Girl on A Swing" for today's #vss365 prompt, inspired by Maxfield Parrish's "Girl on A Swing," 1905-06.

Just some thoughts, really...

P.S. May everyone have a peaceful weekend.
#writing
#vss365 #prompt for June 20th #parallel
June 20, 2025 at 8:11 PM
Both Winter & Summer Solstice are expressions of hope, the wonder of nature, and that light shall overcome darkness. In honour of #SummerSolstice, I'm sharing talented artist, illustrator, & author Angela Porter's art.

Plus, Zukav's quote sums it up nicely. #Inspiration 📚💙🎨
Source: artwyrd.com
June 20, 2025 at 5:19 PM
Friday Favourite. This quote has always been a fabulous reminder that no matter how tough it gets—whatever we set out to do, our intention will see us through.
#Inspiration
#Writing
#Creativity
#BookLove
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June 19, 2025 at 6:37 PM
Love this post. One of my lifelong beliefs is that there is always time to be kind.
#ProudBlue #ResistanceUnited #Pinks
Good morning, friends. It’s often the small, thoughtful acts that matter the most. Offer kindness whenever you can. Build a shelter of grace and decency to help others during this challenging time.
June 16, 2025 at 5:36 PM
Truly grateful to everyone across the U.S. and the world who stood up today with courage and unity to reject authoritarian oligarchs, despots, dictators, and tyranny.

#NoKIngs
June 15, 2025 at 1:44 AM
Alas, have no idea who created this art for #PrideMonth, but wish to share it to show my respect for everyone.

Everyone is welcome here.
Happy Pride Month!

(P.S. If you know the artist, please leave credit in the comments).
June 6, 2025 at 8:36 PM
A lovely piece of prose and a wondrous photograph of The Witness Tree by Gerhard.
@oevermann.bsky.social

#Poetsky
#poetry
#Booksky
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The Witness Tree

#poem #poetry #writing #writingcommunity #poetrycommunity
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June 6, 2025 at 7:25 PM
I long to go down to the sea,
to the waters of memory,
and feel the brine on my cheek,
but I recall the haunting thoughts
I dare not speak.
The lavender sea of my youth
brings an unbidden tear
for all that is good,
for all that is lost,
and all that we hold dear.

#vss365 #writingprompt #brine
May 29, 2025 at 8:33 PM
My chuckle for the day. "The Story Coaster" by comic artist Grant Snider, circa 2013.

Source: grantsnider.com

#Authorsky
#WritingCommunity
#Booksky
#WriterlyWednesday
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May 28, 2025 at 6:59 PM
Monday inspiration is a lovely graphic illustration of a quote by Thích Nhất Hạnh created by artist Katie Daisy, katiedaisy.com

Whatever we set out to do—write a poem, read a book, finish a novel, plant flowers, paint a picture...

Remember, everything is possible.
#Authorsky
#Writing
#Booksky
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May 27, 2025 at 6:14 PM
While Democracy is endangered in the U.S., His Majesty King Charles III rebukes the regime and reminds us, "The Truth North is indeed strong and free."

May we heed his words and protect Democracy. Without it—our freedom of speech and expression will be lost.

#Booksky
#Authorsky
#Resist
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King Charles III:

"As the anthem reminds, the True North is indeed strong and free."
May 27, 2025 at 5:44 PM
When writing STARLIGHT, I thought of how we are made of the stars. Our journey is a cosmic story, one filled with constellations of thoughts, emotions, needs, and desires. I drew from a well of influences and inspiration, including Carl Sagan, a wizard of space and time.

#Booksky
#Inspiration
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May 24, 2025 at 6:55 AM