DNova
@dnova.bsky.social
Lady (she/her) who likes video games, tea, sketching, reading, video games, swimming, hiking, video games... ♡
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Country with massive housing shortage not sure what to do with all these empty office buildings
Country with massive housing shortage not sure what to do with all these empty office buildings
OTTAWA - As employees continue to express their desire to work from home, owners of downtown office buildings aren't sure what they will do with all this unused space. Also in unrelated news Canada ha...
thebeaverton.com
October 14, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Country with massive housing shortage not sure what to do with all these empty office buildings
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This is extremely accurate, and it's why I wish editors got a credit on books. Sometimes you learn who edited a bunch of your favorite books and you're like ah. I see. It's a job that requires a keen literary eye AND people skills, which is a tough mix!
An actual hot take: Too many authors are afraid of editors watering down their voice or whatever and not afraid enough of editors letting you put any old slop on the page.
October 9, 2025 at 3:58 AM
This is extremely accurate, and it's why I wish editors got a credit on books. Sometimes you learn who edited a bunch of your favorite books and you're like ah. I see. It's a job that requires a keen literary eye AND people skills, which is a tough mix!
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Canadians: The federal government is seeking public input on how AI should be developed and used in business, research, and the military.
If this scares the shit out of you, please let them know:
If this scares the shit out of you, please let them know:
Help define the next chapter of Canada's AI leadership
Current status: Open from October 1 to October 31, 2025
Canada helped invent modern AI. To stay a leader—and protect our digital sovereignty—we're running a 30-day national sprint to shape a renewed...
ised-isde.canada.ca
October 8, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Canadians: The federal government is seeking public input on how AI should be developed and used in business, research, and the military.
If this scares the shit out of you, please let them know:
If this scares the shit out of you, please let them know:
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The 2025 Swordtember prompt list is here! ⚔️ #swordtember
August 17, 2025 at 4:17 PM
The 2025 Swordtember prompt list is here! ⚔️ #swordtember
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We're excited to announce the Games for Palestine charity page is now LIVE on Itch.
Over 300+ games with proceeds going to UNRWA USA in support of Gaza relief. Thank you to everyone for your support. The bundle launches on Sept 2nd 9am PST.
Link: itch.io/b/2979/play-...
Over 300+ games with proceeds going to UNRWA USA in support of Gaza relief. Thank you to everyone for your support. The bundle launches on Sept 2nd 9am PST.
Link: itch.io/b/2979/play-...
August 27, 2025 at 11:13 AM
We're excited to announce the Games for Palestine charity page is now LIVE on Itch.
Over 300+ games with proceeds going to UNRWA USA in support of Gaza relief. Thank you to everyone for your support. The bundle launches on Sept 2nd 9am PST.
Link: itch.io/b/2979/play-...
Over 300+ games with proceeds going to UNRWA USA in support of Gaza relief. Thank you to everyone for your support. The bundle launches on Sept 2nd 9am PST.
Link: itch.io/b/2979/play-...
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My sentient enchanted sword came out to me as transmasc. Talk about Un-She/They-ing your blade! I told him "I don't care how you identify, I just need you to he/it whatever is in front of me!"
August 27, 2025 at 12:20 AM
My sentient enchanted sword came out to me as transmasc. Talk about Un-She/They-ing your blade! I told him "I don't care how you identify, I just need you to he/it whatever is in front of me!"
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"Pat, why do you carry that ridiculous 600mm lens on long hikes?"
Buddy, I can see mountains reflected in the eyes of a trailside pika.
Buddy, I can see mountains reflected in the eyes of a trailside pika.
August 28, 2025 at 4:18 PM
"Pat, why do you carry that ridiculous 600mm lens on long hikes?"
Buddy, I can see mountains reflected in the eyes of a trailside pika.
Buddy, I can see mountains reflected in the eyes of a trailside pika.
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With the impending removal of the de minimis exemption, I created a starter pack and list for Canadian creators who sell online. If you're a buyer looking for fellow Canadians to shop from, check it out. If you'd like to be added, let me know!
go.bsky.app/L7b8pdr
bsky.app/profile/did:...
#CANartist
go.bsky.app/L7b8pdr
bsky.app/profile/did:...
#CANartist
August 11, 2025 at 3:18 PM
With the impending removal of the de minimis exemption, I created a starter pack and list for Canadian creators who sell online. If you're a buyer looking for fellow Canadians to shop from, check it out. If you'd like to be added, let me know!
go.bsky.app/L7b8pdr
bsky.app/profile/did:...
#CANartist
go.bsky.app/L7b8pdr
bsky.app/profile/did:...
#CANartist
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“All four titles initially challenged by the government—Maia Kobabe’s Gender Queer, Alison Bechdel’s Fun Home, Craig Thompson’s Blankets, and Mike Curato’s Flamer—were quickly removed from school shelves in Calgary and Edmonton.”
Like in Texas, Alberta teachers & librarians are on the front line.
Like in Texas, Alberta teachers & librarians are on the front line.
Alberta’s Book Ban Is a Blatant Act of Cultural Vandalism | The Walrus
The push to sanitize school collections erases what literature is for: knowledge, discovery, the freedom to think
thewalrus.ca
July 8, 2025 at 11:49 AM
“All four titles initially challenged by the government—Maia Kobabe’s Gender Queer, Alison Bechdel’s Fun Home, Craig Thompson’s Blankets, and Mike Curato’s Flamer—were quickly removed from school shelves in Calgary and Edmonton.”
Like in Texas, Alberta teachers & librarians are on the front line.
Like in Texas, Alberta teachers & librarians are on the front line.
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Lavonnia Moore, the librarian fired for including one of my books on a display after a child requested it, sounds incredible and what happened to her should be a crime. roughdraftatlanta.com/2025/07/05/l...
South Georgia library manager fired for trans-inclusive display
The branch manager at the Pierce County Library was fired after displaying a trans-inclusive children's book in a public display.
roughdraftatlanta.com
July 6, 2025 at 5:40 PM
Lavonnia Moore, the librarian fired for including one of my books on a display after a child requested it, sounds incredible and what happened to her should be a crime. roughdraftatlanta.com/2025/07/05/l...
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I’m gonna be straight up with you: please buy my game so I can have the funds to move out of this country before it kills me. That’s why I’m pushing so hard! Trying to move my entire trans household out of here and it’s very expensive. If you have the game, please leave us an honest (5words) review?
Hot Queer Brown, Black, Arab, East Asian, etc, baddies in YOUR COMPUTER?
And the key to their hearts is match-3 mechanics with a twist?
AND the game is 20% off RIGHT NOW?
AND it's buy once with no microtransactions or play limits? AND upcoming FREE UPDATE?
store.steampowered.com/app/1592170/...
And the key to their hearts is match-3 mechanics with a twist?
AND the game is 20% off RIGHT NOW?
AND it's buy once with no microtransactions or play limits? AND upcoming FREE UPDATE?
store.steampowered.com/app/1592170/...
July 4, 2025 at 12:54 AM
I’m gonna be straight up with you: please buy my game so I can have the funds to move out of this country before it kills me. That’s why I’m pushing so hard! Trying to move my entire trans household out of here and it’s very expensive. If you have the game, please leave us an honest (5words) review?
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Gilbert's urn says, "Gilbert Hortman, a good boy" and there was an honor guard of golden retrievers from the service dog organization he flunked out of. I'm just so sad. They should all still be here.
panorama of the public line for Melissa and Mark Hortman and their dog lying in state at the Minnesota State Capitol
June 28, 2025 at 4:01 AM
Gilbert's urn says, "Gilbert Hortman, a good boy" and there was an honor guard of golden retrievers from the service dog organization he flunked out of. I'm just so sad. They should all still be here.
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"I want to support indie creators, but I dont have the money for it."
Good news! Support is not at all limited to financial contributions!
Give that book a glowing review.
Invite your friends to play that cool game.
Hoot and holler about how much you love that movie.
Hype the good shit up!
Good news! Support is not at all limited to financial contributions!
Give that book a glowing review.
Invite your friends to play that cool game.
Hoot and holler about how much you love that movie.
Hype the good shit up!
May 24, 2025 at 6:56 PM
"I want to support indie creators, but I dont have the money for it."
Good news! Support is not at all limited to financial contributions!
Give that book a glowing review.
Invite your friends to play that cool game.
Hoot and holler about how much you love that movie.
Hype the good shit up!
Good news! Support is not at all limited to financial contributions!
Give that book a glowing review.
Invite your friends to play that cool game.
Hoot and holler about how much you love that movie.
Hype the good shit up!
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Hollow Knight Silksong will release before the XBox handheld is released. Will be on Switch, Switch 2, and PS4 as well.
June 10, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Hollow Knight Silksong will release before the XBox handheld is released. Will be on Switch, Switch 2, and PS4 as well.
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June 6, 2025 at 9:16 PM
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📢 We’re excited to announce our new game!
🧠 Battle your way through a psychedelic western nightmare to reclaim the memories of your people in Blighted, an action RPG from the creators of Guacamelee!
Wishlist on Steam now! store.steampowered.com/app/2974160/...
🧠 Battle your way through a psychedelic western nightmare to reclaim the memories of your people in Blighted, an action RPG from the creators of Guacamelee!
Wishlist on Steam now! store.steampowered.com/app/2974160/...
Blighted - Announce Trailer
YouTube video by DrinkboxStudios
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June 6, 2025 at 10:35 PM
📢 We’re excited to announce our new game!
🧠 Battle your way through a psychedelic western nightmare to reclaim the memories of your people in Blighted, an action RPG from the creators of Guacamelee!
Wishlist on Steam now! store.steampowered.com/app/2974160/...
🧠 Battle your way through a psychedelic western nightmare to reclaim the memories of your people in Blighted, an action RPG from the creators of Guacamelee!
Wishlist on Steam now! store.steampowered.com/app/2974160/...
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Put Reminders on your calendar because
Pokémon For Pride 2025: OH SNAP! is coming on 6/21-6/22!
We're raising money for @streamforacause.bsky.social while playing Pokémon Snap!
Will be streamed on www.twitch.tv/stumptgamers and www.youtube.com/@PeachyAenne
Pokémon For Pride 2025: OH SNAP! is coming on 6/21-6/22!
We're raising money for @streamforacause.bsky.social while playing Pokémon Snap!
Will be streamed on www.twitch.tv/stumptgamers and www.youtube.com/@PeachyAenne
June 5, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Put Reminders on your calendar because
Pokémon For Pride 2025: OH SNAP! is coming on 6/21-6/22!
We're raising money for @streamforacause.bsky.social while playing Pokémon Snap!
Will be streamed on www.twitch.tv/stumptgamers and www.youtube.com/@PeachyAenne
Pokémon For Pride 2025: OH SNAP! is coming on 6/21-6/22!
We're raising money for @streamforacause.bsky.social while playing Pokémon Snap!
Will be streamed on www.twitch.tv/stumptgamers and www.youtube.com/@PeachyAenne
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hey here's something I would love us all to do like RIGHT NOW: find out if your local library is doing any kind of pride programming or display, and if they are, email them to say thank you and why it matters to you. whether or not you're queer. especially if you're in an area where it's fraught
June 4, 2025 at 12:46 AM
hey here's something I would love us all to do like RIGHT NOW: find out if your local library is doing any kind of pride programming or display, and if they are, email them to say thank you and why it matters to you. whether or not you're queer. especially if you're in an area where it's fraught
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HB 3225 is dead. Texas teens maintain the right to read freely in their local libraries.
Grassroots organizing, coalition building, and individual Texas students, authors, parents, librarians, & public library supporters using their voices WORKED.
Grassroots organizing, coalition building, and individual Texas students, authors, parents, librarians, & public library supporters using their voices WORKED.
May 29, 2025 at 2:33 PM
HB 3225 is dead. Texas teens maintain the right to read freely in their local libraries.
Grassroots organizing, coalition building, and individual Texas students, authors, parents, librarians, & public library supporters using their voices WORKED.
Grassroots organizing, coalition building, and individual Texas students, authors, parents, librarians, & public library supporters using their voices WORKED.
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*long high pitch fangirl scream*
May 22, 2025 at 5:22 PM
*long high pitch fangirl scream*
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48 indies. 75 minutes. The Six One Indie Showcase returns May 22nd 📺
Catch it on our YouTube and Twitch channels, plus official co-streams with IGN and GameSpot. Expect world premieres, showcase debuts, and so much more.
It’s almost showtime: www.sixoneindie.com/showcase
Catch it on our YouTube and Twitch channels, plus official co-streams with IGN and GameSpot. Expect world premieres, showcase debuts, and so much more.
It’s almost showtime: www.sixoneindie.com/showcase
May 15, 2025 at 2:01 PM
48 indies. 75 minutes. The Six One Indie Showcase returns May 22nd 📺
Catch it on our YouTube and Twitch channels, plus official co-streams with IGN and GameSpot. Expect world premieres, showcase debuts, and so much more.
It’s almost showtime: www.sixoneindie.com/showcase
Catch it on our YouTube and Twitch channels, plus official co-streams with IGN and GameSpot. Expect world premieres, showcase debuts, and so much more.
It’s almost showtime: www.sixoneindie.com/showcase
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Congratulations to Colorado for signing a bill limiting school library book bans!
Colorado bill meant to limit school library book bans signed into law • Colorado Newsline
Colorado school districts will need to adopt policies about when and why library books can be taken from the shelves under a new law.
coloradonewsline.com
May 2, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Congratulations to Colorado for signing a bill limiting school library book bans!
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💖🎀 CALLING ALL SHOUJO FANS 🎀💖
Snowkissed Romance is your chance to live out a 90s anime love story—your way!
🔴✨ The game is on Kickstarter now: www.kickstarter.com/projects/lov...
Who will you fall for? Meet the guys in this thread~ 🧵
#otome #shoujo #kickstarter
Snowkissed Romance is your chance to live out a 90s anime love story—your way!
🔴✨ The game is on Kickstarter now: www.kickstarter.com/projects/lov...
Who will you fall for? Meet the guys in this thread~ 🧵
#otome #shoujo #kickstarter
May 2, 2025 at 5:25 AM
💖🎀 CALLING ALL SHOUJO FANS 🎀💖
Snowkissed Romance is your chance to live out a 90s anime love story—your way!
🔴✨ The game is on Kickstarter now: www.kickstarter.com/projects/lov...
Who will you fall for? Meet the guys in this thread~ 🧵
#otome #shoujo #kickstarter
Snowkissed Romance is your chance to live out a 90s anime love story—your way!
🔴✨ The game is on Kickstarter now: www.kickstarter.com/projects/lov...
Who will you fall for? Meet the guys in this thread~ 🧵
#otome #shoujo #kickstarter
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Reducing light pollution at night helps migrating birds. Turn off the lights for them!
September 12, 2023 at 4:12 PM
Reducing light pollution at night helps migrating birds. Turn off the lights for them!