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Claris Lam

@clarislamauthor.bsky.social

Here's another helping of Canadian #bookrecs for this month, readers! 🍁

And if you enjoyed reading those, consider reading "Bloody Fantasia," Book 3 in the Harlow Mystery series: books2read.com/u/38veQa

#booksky #indieauthor #canadianauthors #canadian #author #writesky

Canadian Authors
I Read Recently:

“On Vinyl”
by Lorenz Peter

“Tender Beasts”
by Liselle Sambury

If You Liked These Authors, Read:

In "Bloody Fantasia," Aubri Harlow and her friends believe that their days of investigating murders are over. However, when Aubri's sister, Aria, moves into her new music school, the Da Capo Music Institution, the school's acting president suddenly dies during the welcoming ceremonies.

However, the acting president's death is far from the first murder committed on campus. A string of past murders haunt the school's reputation and its students. It doesn't take long before new corpses start piling up, and Aubri, Aria, and their friends realize they must take up the mystery-solving mantle once more and find out who the murderer is.

Will they figure out the person responsible for causing these new tragedies, or will they become part of its bloody history? Find out by reading "Bloody Fantasia!"

Order your copy:
https://books2read.com/u/38veQa

November 10, 2025 at 12:01 PM

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Autumn Wolff | Lesbian Romance Author

@autumnwolff.bsky.social

If you're a new indie author getting started, I have two things to tell you.

1. You will likely sell more ebooks than print. My werewolf ebooks have massively outsold print.

2. Print books are still worth setting up for your readers who will want them. Invest that time if you can.

November 10, 2025 at 12:10 AM

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Claris Lam

@clarislamauthor.bsky.social

Support this #Canadian author (me!) by nominating all my books for the 2025 Indie Ink Awards! 🏆🍁

The nomination phase ends on Nov. 30th.

#writesky #booksky #readers #readCanadian #indieauthor #IndieInkAwards

Claris Lam @clarislamauthor.bsky.social · 7d

The #IndieInkAwards are back, and their nomination phase is open!🏆

If you enjoyed reading any of my books this year, please consider nominating all of them for their eligible categories. Nominations end Nov. 30th, 2025.

Learn more about the Indie Ink Awards: indiestorygeek.com/a/indie-ink-...

November 7, 2025 at 9:02 PM

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Niranjan 🇮🇳

@ormakal.bsky.social

Here are some free books for you, courtesy The Book Bazaar!

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The Book Bazaar Preview Sampler by Aimee Cozza and 14 others

The Book Bazaar Preview Sampler: 14 items for $0.00

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November 9, 2025 at 10:08 AM

Claris Lam

@clarislamauthor.bsky.social

I did some author newsletter spring cleaning....or would it be called autumn cleaning? 😆

Find out more in my email newsletter, coming to inboxes on Tuesday, Nov. 11th! 📨
buttondown.email/clarislamaut...

#newsletter #indieauthor #indiepoet #authornewsletter #booksky #writesky

November 8, 2025 at 2:24 PM

Claris Lam

@clarislamauthor.bsky.social

I do remember some teachers being a bit concerned that I tried reading above my age level often in grade school, but I also didn't fully comprehend said books. I just liked them for the pretty, detailed illustrations. They weren't as worried once they realized that. 😆

#writesky #booksky #Bookvember

Samantha Breaux @woodenvelt.bsky.social · 4d

Welcome to #Bookvember Day 7!

Follow the directions on the prompt card and share your love of the written word with others.

#BookSky #WriteSky #Books #Authors #WritingCommunity

Bookvember, a book share prompt game for writers and readers by @woodenvelt.bsky.social

Day 7: Was your reading monitored by adults when you were a kid or was it a free for all? Did that scar you or set you free? Remember: Quote post using #Bookvember. Use alt text for images. Have fun and interact with others!

November 8, 2025 at 2:13 AM

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Books That Burn

@booksthatburn.com

A friend said he was having trouble finding a site that's a replacement for amazon.

That's because the replacement for amazon is buying from a mix of:
1. Local small/niche businesses
2. Less local small/niche businesses/creators
3. Companies who make just one kind of thing really well

November 7, 2025 at 10:04 PM

Claris Lam

@clarislamauthor.bsky.social

Support this #Canadian author (me!) by nominating all my books for the 2025 Indie Ink Awards! 🏆🍁

The nomination phase ends on Nov. 30th.

#writesky #booksky #readers #readCanadian #indieauthor #IndieInkAwards

Claris Lam @clarislamauthor.bsky.social · 7d

The #IndieInkAwards are back, and their nomination phase is open!🏆

If you enjoyed reading any of my books this year, please consider nominating all of them for their eligible categories. Nominations end Nov. 30th, 2025.

Learn more about the Indie Ink Awards: indiestorygeek.com/a/indie-ink-...

November 7, 2025 at 9:02 PM

Claris Lam

@clarislamauthor.bsky.social

If you enjoyed reading the Harlow Mystery series, nominate them for the #IndieInkAwards! 🏆 Nominations end Nov. 30th, 2025. indiestorygeek.com/a/indie-ink-...

Book 1: indiestorygeek.com/story/5803
Book 2: indiestorygeek.com/story/5804
Book 3: indiestorygeek.com/story/8909

#writesky #booksky

Nominate my books at:
https://indiestorygeek.com/a/indie-ink-awards-2025
Nominate the
Harlow Mystery series
for the
2025 Indie Ink Awards!!
Nominations close Nov. 30th, 2025!

Eligible Categories:
Best book cover & cover artist (all the covers were made by me!)
Best Friendship (Aubri Harlow & Bastian Faulkner)
Best light read
Best setting
Best use of tropes
Side Character MVP (Bastian Faulkner, Nick)
Wittiest character (Bastian Faulkner)
Nominate at:
https://indiestorygeek.com/a/indie-ink-awards-2025
Nominations close Nov. 30th, 2025!

November 7, 2025 at 12:01 PM

Claris Lam

@clarislamauthor.bsky.social

Help my books get nominated for the #IndieInkAwards this year! I'd really love for Refilling The Well and Stay Magical to be nominated. 🏆

Also, wishing me good vibes and reposting any new posts I do have on Bluesky helps.

Thanks! ❤️

bsky.app/profile/clar...

#WeeknightWriters #FirstDraftFall

Weeknight Writers @weeknightwriters.bsky.social · 4d

Q5: What can we in the #WeeknightWriters community do to make the next week of #FirstDraftFall easier for you?

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November 7, 2025 at 1:34 AM

Claris Lam

@clarislamauthor.bsky.social

The best thing I can do in the next three days is honestly plan some time for writing. Or at the very least, plan more time to rest because without a rested mind, I won't be able to write. 😅

#WeeknightWriters #FirstDraftFall

Weeknight Writers @weeknightwriters.bsky.social · 4d

Q4: What can you do in the next three days to make the next week of #FirstDraftFall easier for yourself? #WeeknightWriters

Notepad that says "#WeeknightWriters - What can you do in the next three days to make the next week of #FirstDraftFall easier for yourself?"

November 7, 2025 at 1:31 AM

Claris Lam

@clarislamauthor.bsky.social

Hi! 👋I'm Claris (she/her), and I have two poetry collections that I've recently finished the second rounds of editing with for #FirstDraftFall and haven't had much time to work on other writing projects at this time. Hopefully it changes going into the weekend and/or next week!

#WeeknightWriters

Weeknight Writers @weeknightwriters.bsky.social · 4d

Hello #WeeknightWriters! Come on in, introduce yourself and your WIP, and let us know how your #FirstDraftFall project is going!

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Introduce yourself and your WIP, and let us know how your writing week is going!”

November 7, 2025 at 1:02 AM

Claris Lam

@clarislamauthor.bsky.social

My favourite part of #FirstDraftFall has been seeing everyone's else's progress so far and cheering them on, honestly. So proud of you all for sharing what you've gotten done so far! 🙌

Weeknight Writers @weeknightwriters.bsky.social · 4d

Q3: Let’s cheer things up a bit! What’s your favourite part of #FirstDraftFall so far? #WeeknightWriters

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November 7, 2025 at 1:00 AM

Claris Lam

@clarislamauthor.bsky.social

Finding the time to actually write without being completely exhausted from non-author-related work and networking! I'm grateful for the current opportunities I have, but I just want to have even 30 minutes to write without my focus already being exhausted from earlier activities.😅

#WeeknightWriters

Weeknight Writers @weeknightwriters.bsky.social · 4d

Q2: Are you struggling with anything specific in your #FirstDraftFall project? Tell us about it and we’ll see how we can help! #WeeknightWriters

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November 7, 2025 at 12:59 AM

Claris Lam

@clarislamauthor.bsky.social

My #FirstDraftFall progress is pretty good but that's because I finished a second round of edits/drafting back on the 1st and I haven't worked on anything new since. Been busy with other non-author-related work AND attending a two-day virtual marketing conference this week! 😆

#WeeknightWriters

Weeknight Writers @weeknightwriters.bsky.social · 4d

Q1: How are you feeling about your #FirstDraftFall progress so far? Excited? Disheartened? #WeeknightWriters

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November 7, 2025 at 12:58 AM

Claris Lam

@clarislamauthor.bsky.social

Looking for some #Canadian book recs, readers? 🍁Check out these authors!

And if you enjoyed reading these books, consider reading "Engagement To Die For," Book 2 in the Harlow Mystery series! books2read.com/u/38Wn7V

#booksky #indieauthor #authors #canadianauthors #canadianbookrecs #canadian

“Delicious Monsters”
by Liselle Sambury
“Woman On The Edge’
by Samantha Bailey
Canadian authors
i REaD recently:

If You LIked These Authors, Read: "Engagement To Die For" by Claris Lam

After everything Aubri went through at the resort, the last thing Aubri needs is more drama. However, meeting her previously-unknown twin sister for the first time, and attending her mother's engagement party, results in yet another murder.

Due to the remote area of this crime, the police won't be able to make it for a few days, and Aubri realizes that she, once again, along with her friends and her sister, must take up the mantle themselves to solve the case or risk being new victims.

Order your copy:
https://books2read.com/u/38Wn7V

November 6, 2025 at 12:03 PM

Claris Lam

@clarislamauthor.bsky.social

Want to give this #Canadian author some support? Nominate all my books for the 2025 Indie Ink Awards! 🏆

The nomination phase ends on Nov. 30th.

#writesky #booksky #readers #readCanadian

Claris Lam @clarislamauthor.bsky.social · 7d

The #IndieInkAwards are back, and their nomination phase is open!🏆

If you enjoyed reading any of my books this year, please consider nominating all of them for their eligible categories. Nominations end Nov. 30th, 2025.

Learn more about the Indie Ink Awards: indiestorygeek.com/a/indie-ink-...

November 6, 2025 at 12:24 AM

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Ness 🎃🇨🇦

@vriccithode.bsky.social

it's #IReadCanadian day! Looking for a new #Canadian author to read? I'm the first self-published author to win a Nebula Award. Check out my work! (details in thread)
thodestool.ca/books

#IndieAuthor #booksky #CanadianBooks #CanadianAuthor

November 5, 2025 at 8:57 PM

Claris Lam

@clarislamauthor.bsky.social

Today is #IReadCanadian day! If you're looking for a new #Canadian author to read, check out my work! 🍁

#indieauthor #booksky #writesky #canadianbooks #canadianauthor

Claris Lam @clarislamauthor.bsky.social · 16d

With five books published as of Oct. 2025, I figured it's about time that I re-introduce myself to any new readers! 📖 ✍️

Check out the 5th picture to learn what I plan to publish in the future. 😁

#booksky #writesky #indieauthor #authorintro #writingcommunity #readingcommunity #readers #writers

About Me

I’m Claris (she/her), a Chinese Canadian author and poet writing to inspire readers with hope, perseverance, creativity and happy endings.

Website: clarislam.ca

All Links: https://clarislam.carrd.co

books by claris lam
Harlow Mystery series
Engagement
To Die For
Book 2
Winner Takes All
Book 1
Bloody Fantasia
Book 3
Genre: Amateur sleuth murder mystery
Find more of my published work at:
https://clarislam.ca/published-works/

Refilling The Well
books by claris lam
POetry
Find more of my published work at:
https://clarislam.ca/published-works/

Books by Claris Lam; Short story collection
Stay Magical!

Genre: Young Adult Fantasy

Find more of my published work at:
https://clarislam.ca/published-works/

November 5, 2025 at 3:25 PM

Claris Lam

@clarislamauthor.bsky.social

I was recently interviewed by Night Beats again, this time to discuss my YA short story collection "Stay Magical!" ✍️ 📖

Thanks to Night Beats for interviewing me! 😊

Read the interview: nightbeatseu.ca/2025/11/04/b...

Buy "Stay Magical:" books2read.com/u/38wBlr

#booksky #writesky

November 4, 2025 at 2:35 PM

Claris Lam

@clarislamauthor.bsky.social

The #IndieInkAwards are back, and their nomination phase is open!🏆

If you enjoyed reading any of my books this year, please consider nominating all of them for their eligible categories. Nominations end Nov. 30th, 2025.

Learn more about the Indie Ink Awards: indiestorygeek.com/a/indie-ink-...

November 4, 2025 at 12:01 PM

Claris Lam

@clarislamauthor.bsky.social

Looking for some suspenseful Canadian #bookrecs? 🍁 Check out these two authors!

And if you enjoyed reading those, consider picking up "Winner Takes All," Book 1 in the Harlow Mystery series! books2read.com/u/4EL8ro

#booksky #writesky #canadianauthors #canadian #indieauthor #readingcommunity

Text above images reads: Canadian Authors I Read Recently:

Image shows the covers of "Scarewaves" by Trevor Henderson and "Omens" by Kelley Armstrong

November 3, 2025 at 12:01 PM

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LA Guettler, author extraordinaire

@laguettler.bsky.social

Hey y'all, The Bone Clock is still free on itch io! My weird little French Gothic horror book- without- a- story project. It's like a meal made of appetizers, sides, and desserts.

LA Guettler, author extraordinaire @laguettler.bsky.social · 14d

Get your sweaty eyeballs on The Bone Clock for FREE! Now through November 4, exclusively at la-guettler.itch.io/the-bone-clock

I never use any AI for text, graphics, or design, and I never will. 100% meat brain generated.

A woman screaming in fear, hands on her face. Text: No Story, No Cost. Now through Nov 4, you can get The Bone Clock for $0.00. That's 100% off!

November 2, 2025 at 11:57 PM

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Claris Lam

@clarislamauthor.bsky.social

Wondering what to get your book-loving friends and family for the winter holidays? ❄️🌲Check out my books; available both in ebook and paperback!

Full-length books: clarislam.ca/published-wo...

Poetry & short fiction: clarislam.ca/published-wo...

#booksky #writesky #readers 💙📚 📖