Dr Jean Menzies
@jeansthoughts.bsky.social
PhD in Ancient History 🏺
Nonfiction author for children with DK; YA/Teens with Wren & Rook; and adult with 404 Ink.
Debut medieval fantasy retelling for adults coming May 2025 with Michael Joseph, Penguin.
Agent: Emily Glenister
Nonfiction author for children with DK; YA/Teens with Wren & Rook; and adult with 404 Ink.
Debut medieval fantasy retelling for adults coming May 2025 with Michael Joseph, Penguin.
Agent: Emily Glenister
It’s sapphic September so allow me to recommend to you some of my favourite sapphic books in every genre: youtu.be/2jEQQHAW0ww?...
September 18, 2025 at 7:28 AM
It’s sapphic September so allow me to recommend to you some of my favourite sapphic books in every genre: youtu.be/2jEQQHAW0ww?...
I couldn’t stop thinking about Femgore aka Feminist Body Horror in books and films… so, I filmed an entire video exploring the genre: youtu.be/943MmUuMr2U?...
June 21, 2025 at 10:11 AM
I couldn’t stop thinking about Femgore aka Feminist Body Horror in books and films… so, I filmed an entire video exploring the genre: youtu.be/943MmUuMr2U?...
New YouTube Video 🧚
This one is for fans of fantasy academia, fairy scholars, and magical libraries: youtu.be/dqg5Wo22q7c?...
This one is for fans of fantasy academia, fairy scholars, and magical libraries: youtu.be/dqg5Wo22q7c?...
May 29, 2025 at 3:42 PM
New YouTube Video 🧚
This one is for fans of fantasy academia, fairy scholars, and magical libraries: youtu.be/dqg5Wo22q7c?...
This one is for fans of fantasy academia, fairy scholars, and magical libraries: youtu.be/dqg5Wo22q7c?...
The Lady of the Lake is officially out!
Think medieval fantasy, Arthurian legend, courtly drama, female rage, and sapphic romance.
If that sounds like your cup of tea check it out: scifier.com/the-lady-of-...
Think medieval fantasy, Arthurian legend, courtly drama, female rage, and sapphic romance.
If that sounds like your cup of tea check it out: scifier.com/the-lady-of-...
May 18, 2025 at 9:06 AM
The Lady of the Lake is officially out!
Think medieval fantasy, Arthurian legend, courtly drama, female rage, and sapphic romance.
If that sounds like your cup of tea check it out: scifier.com/the-lady-of-...
Think medieval fantasy, Arthurian legend, courtly drama, female rage, and sapphic romance.
If that sounds like your cup of tea check it out: scifier.com/the-lady-of-...
NEW VIDEO!
Let’s talk about the ancient story that bears a striking resemblance to Cinderella: youtu.be/OUwWN7amSx4?...
Let’s talk about the ancient story that bears a striking resemblance to Cinderella: youtu.be/OUwWN7amSx4?...
May 5, 2025 at 10:43 AM
NEW VIDEO!
Let’s talk about the ancient story that bears a striking resemblance to Cinderella: youtu.be/OUwWN7amSx4?...
Let’s talk about the ancient story that bears a striking resemblance to Cinderella: youtu.be/OUwWN7amSx4?...
New YouTube Video! 💃
I thought I’d give you a tour of my office and desk setup - aka where all the writing happens: youtu.be/fnTcRFELPnc?...
I thought I’d give you a tour of my office and desk setup - aka where all the writing happens: youtu.be/fnTcRFELPnc?...
March 14, 2025 at 8:49 AM
New YouTube Video! 💃
I thought I’d give you a tour of my office and desk setup - aka where all the writing happens: youtu.be/fnTcRFELPnc?...
I thought I’d give you a tour of my office and desk setup - aka where all the writing happens: youtu.be/fnTcRFELPnc?...
Super cool news #BookSky!
For this weekend only @waterstones.bsky.social are running their first ever 25% off preorder event on a wide range of titles INCLUDING The Lady of the Lake. So if you were thinking of preordering from Waterstones… now is the time 😜
Preorder link: tidd.ly/4h5rgYO
For this weekend only @waterstones.bsky.social are running their first ever 25% off preorder event on a wide range of titles INCLUDING The Lady of the Lake. So if you were thinking of preordering from Waterstones… now is the time 😜
Preorder link: tidd.ly/4h5rgYO
February 22, 2025 at 9:39 AM
Super cool news #BookSky!
For this weekend only @waterstones.bsky.social are running their first ever 25% off preorder event on a wide range of titles INCLUDING The Lady of the Lake. So if you were thinking of preordering from Waterstones… now is the time 😜
Preorder link: tidd.ly/4h5rgYO
For this weekend only @waterstones.bsky.social are running their first ever 25% off preorder event on a wide range of titles INCLUDING The Lady of the Lake. So if you were thinking of preordering from Waterstones… now is the time 😜
Preorder link: tidd.ly/4h5rgYO
You probably don’t need me to tell you this but do not trust Google AI (I need them to make this feature optional cause I hate it).
And here is a ‘fun’ demonstration of why - these results are from two different searches made back to back:
And here is a ‘fun’ demonstration of why - these results are from two different searches made back to back:
February 6, 2025 at 3:00 PM
You probably don’t need me to tell you this but do not trust Google AI (I need them to make this feature optional cause I hate it).
And here is a ‘fun’ demonstration of why - these results are from two different searches made back to back:
And here is a ‘fun’ demonstration of why - these results are from two different searches made back to back:
There is something in the air this February I swear, because there are so many exciting books coming out that I cannot wait to read!
What’s on your anticipated release list? These are mine.
#BookSky
What’s on your anticipated release list? These are mine.
#BookSky
January 30, 2025 at 12:58 PM
There is something in the air this February I swear, because there are so many exciting books coming out that I cannot wait to read!
What’s on your anticipated release list? These are mine.
#BookSky
What’s on your anticipated release list? These are mine.
#BookSky
I will forever take issue with this kind of flippant assessment of sexual violence in Ancient Greece - nowhere else is this logic used even in jest. The gods did heinous, violent, and just absurd things all of the time - yet do we extrapolate that the Greeks considered those things sanctioned? No.
January 29, 2025 at 12:20 PM
I will forever take issue with this kind of flippant assessment of sexual violence in Ancient Greece - nowhere else is this logic used even in jest. The gods did heinous, violent, and just absurd things all of the time - yet do we extrapolate that the Greeks considered those things sanctioned? No.
Do you know what you need?
Some niche aka super specific nonfiction books!
And luckily for you I’ve got some recommendations: youtu.be/Rb-CLo4Q6H0?...
Some niche aka super specific nonfiction books!
And luckily for you I’ve got some recommendations: youtu.be/Rb-CLo4Q6H0?...
January 22, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Do you know what you need?
Some niche aka super specific nonfiction books!
And luckily for you I’ve got some recommendations: youtu.be/Rb-CLo4Q6H0?...
Some niche aka super specific nonfiction books!
And luckily for you I’ve got some recommendations: youtu.be/Rb-CLo4Q6H0?...
Hey #BookSky 👋
A guide to discovering the Ancient Greek myths, according to me (an ancient historian), is now live on my YouTube channel, ft. nonfiction titles and a long list list of ancient texts 😜 - I hope it helps: youtu.be/aQ76cMpjCgU?...
A guide to discovering the Ancient Greek myths, according to me (an ancient historian), is now live on my YouTube channel, ft. nonfiction titles and a long list list of ancient texts 😜 - I hope it helps: youtu.be/aQ76cMpjCgU?...
January 7, 2025 at 7:28 PM
Hey #BookSky 👋
A guide to discovering the Ancient Greek myths, according to me (an ancient historian), is now live on my YouTube channel, ft. nonfiction titles and a long list list of ancient texts 😜 - I hope it helps: youtu.be/aQ76cMpjCgU?...
A guide to discovering the Ancient Greek myths, according to me (an ancient historian), is now live on my YouTube channel, ft. nonfiction titles and a long list list of ancient texts 😜 - I hope it helps: youtu.be/aQ76cMpjCgU?...
I do declare that THESE are the best books I read in 2024!
Why not give them a try in 2025: youtu.be/rsGgcsFRaWQ?...
Why not give them a try in 2025: youtu.be/rsGgcsFRaWQ?...
January 4, 2025 at 10:39 AM
I do declare that THESE are the best books I read in 2024!
Why not give them a try in 2025: youtu.be/rsGgcsFRaWQ?...
Why not give them a try in 2025: youtu.be/rsGgcsFRaWQ?...
Starting off the new year with a fresh TBR!
Which one should I start today (with the caveat they’re all getting started this week aha)?
#BookSky
Which one should I start today (with the caveat they’re all getting started this week aha)?
#BookSky
January 1, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Starting off the new year with a fresh TBR!
Which one should I start today (with the caveat they’re all getting started this week aha)?
#BookSky
Which one should I start today (with the caveat they’re all getting started this week aha)?
#BookSky
This year I published my first solo nonfic book for adults with @404ink.bsky.social & I’m not exaggerating when I say the messages & tags I’ve received from people who have read it have been some of the most rewarding feedback I’ve ever received.
Thank you to everyone who read my wee book in 2024!
Thank you to everyone who read my wee book in 2024!
December 28, 2024 at 1:26 PM
This year I published my first solo nonfic book for adults with @404ink.bsky.social & I’m not exaggerating when I say the messages & tags I’ve received from people who have read it have been some of the most rewarding feedback I’ve ever received.
Thank you to everyone who read my wee book in 2024!
Thank you to everyone who read my wee book in 2024!
I can’t remember the last time I was this excited for so many books coming out in a new year - but 2025 is full of them!
Here are some of my most anticipated releases: youtu.be/yJjcc8IG06Q?...
#booksky
Here are some of my most anticipated releases: youtu.be/yJjcc8IG06Q?...
#booksky
December 15, 2024 at 1:41 PM
I can’t remember the last time I was this excited for so many books coming out in a new year - but 2025 is full of them!
Here are some of my most anticipated releases: youtu.be/yJjcc8IG06Q?...
#booksky
Here are some of my most anticipated releases: youtu.be/yJjcc8IG06Q?...
#booksky
I love you so much @bigpotatogames.bsky.social but Caecus was not an emperor… 😭
December 7, 2024 at 8:42 PM
I love you so much @bigpotatogames.bsky.social but Caecus was not an emperor… 😭
Did you know the ancient Greeks loved romance novels too?
Beginning in the Hellenistic era & thriving under the Roman Empire a new genre of prose emerged, now known as the Ancient Greek romances. Five of which survive.
Like modern romance these books are full of recognisable (to the time) tropes.
Beginning in the Hellenistic era & thriving under the Roman Empire a new genre of prose emerged, now known as the Ancient Greek romances. Five of which survive.
Like modern romance these books are full of recognisable (to the time) tropes.
December 6, 2024 at 1:57 PM
Did you know the ancient Greeks loved romance novels too?
Beginning in the Hellenistic era & thriving under the Roman Empire a new genre of prose emerged, now known as the Ancient Greek romances. Five of which survive.
Like modern romance these books are full of recognisable (to the time) tropes.
Beginning in the Hellenistic era & thriving under the Roman Empire a new genre of prose emerged, now known as the Ancient Greek romances. Five of which survive.
Like modern romance these books are full of recognisable (to the time) tropes.
Looking to curl up with a good book during these long, cold winter nights?
Check out my latest YouTube video where I recommend cosy books across the genres: youtu.be/FQWdYZrkbEo?...
Check out my latest YouTube video where I recommend cosy books across the genres: youtu.be/FQWdYZrkbEo?...
December 5, 2024 at 11:58 AM
Looking to curl up with a good book during these long, cold winter nights?
Check out my latest YouTube video where I recommend cosy books across the genres: youtu.be/FQWdYZrkbEo?...
Check out my latest YouTube video where I recommend cosy books across the genres: youtu.be/FQWdYZrkbEo?...
Meet Beira, Queen of Winter, also known as the Cailleach.
Beira (as she’s known in Scotland) is a Celtic goddess associated with winter. She reigns over the colder months, until Bride takes over in spring.
She is also responsible for creating the lochs, mountains, & valleys of Scotland.
#folklore
Beira (as she’s known in Scotland) is a Celtic goddess associated with winter. She reigns over the colder months, until Bride takes over in spring.
She is also responsible for creating the lochs, mountains, & valleys of Scotland.
#folklore
December 4, 2024 at 3:50 PM
Meet Beira, Queen of Winter, also known as the Cailleach.
Beira (as she’s known in Scotland) is a Celtic goddess associated with winter. She reigns over the colder months, until Bride takes over in spring.
She is also responsible for creating the lochs, mountains, & valleys of Scotland.
#folklore
Beira (as she’s known in Scotland) is a Celtic goddess associated with winter. She reigns over the colder months, until Bride takes over in spring.
She is also responsible for creating the lochs, mountains, & valleys of Scotland.
#folklore
As it’s December 1st, I feel it’s important to acknowledge the greatest Christmas film of the 21st century is Violent Nights (2022).
I will not be taking any questions.
I will not be taking any questions.
December 2, 2024 at 8:48 PM
As it’s December 1st, I feel it’s important to acknowledge the greatest Christmas film of the 21st century is Violent Nights (2022).
I will not be taking any questions.
I will not be taking any questions.
And just to tie things up here is the final result! #medievalanimals
November 30, 2024 at 5:53 PM
And just to tie things up here is the final result! #medievalanimals
Don’t let anyone tell you that you have to take your dedication too seriously when submitting your PhD.
2 years later I still stand by my choice: pure.roehampton.ac.uk/portal/en/st...
2 years later I still stand by my choice: pure.roehampton.ac.uk/portal/en/st...
November 26, 2024 at 2:52 PM
Don’t let anyone tell you that you have to take your dedication too seriously when submitting your PhD.
2 years later I still stand by my choice: pure.roehampton.ac.uk/portal/en/st...
2 years later I still stand by my choice: pure.roehampton.ac.uk/portal/en/st...
Meet Boreas, Ancient Greek god of the North Wind.
One of 4 brothers known as the Anemoi, aka the winds, he is the son of the titans Eos (Dawn) & Astraeus (Stars).
According to Herodotus he helped Athens win the Persian War.
If you’re feeling the cold wind he’s the one to blame.
#greekmythology
One of 4 brothers known as the Anemoi, aka the winds, he is the son of the titans Eos (Dawn) & Astraeus (Stars).
According to Herodotus he helped Athens win the Persian War.
If you’re feeling the cold wind he’s the one to blame.
#greekmythology
November 25, 2024 at 1:33 PM
Meet Boreas, Ancient Greek god of the North Wind.
One of 4 brothers known as the Anemoi, aka the winds, he is the son of the titans Eos (Dawn) & Astraeus (Stars).
According to Herodotus he helped Athens win the Persian War.
If you’re feeling the cold wind he’s the one to blame.
#greekmythology
One of 4 brothers known as the Anemoi, aka the winds, he is the son of the titans Eos (Dawn) & Astraeus (Stars).
According to Herodotus he helped Athens win the Persian War.
If you’re feeling the cold wind he’s the one to blame.
#greekmythology
As I’m sure everyone is super invested in what medieval animal I painted at the pottery studio aha… I went with cheeky bat.
November 24, 2024 at 1:39 PM
As I’m sure everyone is super invested in what medieval animal I painted at the pottery studio aha… I went with cheeky bat.