Jess Faraday
@jessfaraday.bsky.social
Writer, editor, martial artist, immigrant. Author of the Ira Adler mysteries, the Simon Pearce mysteries, and the City Tails anthology. www.jessfaraday.com She/her.
No forests or mountains for running, rather lovely industrial waterfront. Today stumbled upon a disused gasworks, and beside it, sprouting up from darkest Granton like a dandelion through concrete, a hippietastic clutch of tiny houses, some with gardens. #edinburgh #scotland #lonelygoatrunningclub
April 11, 2025 at 10:50 AM
No forests or mountains for running, rather lovely industrial waterfront. Today stumbled upon a disused gasworks, and beside it, sprouting up from darkest Granton like a dandelion through concrete, a hippietastic clutch of tiny houses, some with gardens. #edinburgh #scotland #lonelygoatrunningclub
Society of Authors Day of Action against Meta's AI theft.
April 1, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Society of Authors Day of Action against Meta's AI theft.
Brought home a friend for Tilly.
March 6, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Brought home a friend for Tilly.
The most magnificent and underrated Disney film of them all. Meow.
February 27, 2025 at 8:48 PM
The most magnificent and underrated Disney film of them all. Meow.
Super fun and well written traditional mystery -- How to Solve Your Own Murder by @kristenperrin.bsky.social. I really enjoyed this one. #booksky #authorsofbluesky #mystery #crimefiction
February 9, 2025 at 2:09 PM
Super fun and well written traditional mystery -- How to Solve Your Own Murder by @kristenperrin.bsky.social. I really enjoyed this one. #booksky #authorsofbluesky #mystery #crimefiction
The theme of this year appears to be Dusting Off Old Things. I picked up my guitar after a very long period of not playing, added an electric one, and oh, look, here's my decorative uke, Kelly, ready for action. #authorsofbluesky #ukulele #strings
February 1, 2025 at 10:59 AM
The theme of this year appears to be Dusting Off Old Things. I picked up my guitar after a very long period of not playing, added an electric one, and oh, look, here's my decorative uke, Kelly, ready for action. #authorsofbluesky #ukulele #strings
In all her glory! Several coats of Danish oil to bring out the gorgeous grain, plus a coat of furniture wax for protection. Waiting on the mini amp I ordered then we'll let her sing! Her name is Tilly, short for TillyCaster.
January 31, 2025 at 1:14 PM
In all her glory! Several coats of Danish oil to bring out the gorgeous grain, plus a coat of furniture wax for protection. Waiting on the mini amp I ordered then we'll let her sing! Her name is Tilly, short for TillyCaster.
I start with an outline, but reevaluate after every 10K. Am in the final 1/4 of the book, now, and have made a Book Bible, detailing clues, beats, red herrings, etc. Thrilled to be on the right track. Now to Get It Done. (I know the process is backward. It's how I roll.)
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January 30, 2025 at 10:09 AM
I start with an outline, but reevaluate after every 10K. Am in the final 1/4 of the book, now, and have made a Book Bible, detailing clues, beats, red herrings, etc. Thrilled to be on the right track. Now to Get It Done. (I know the process is backward. It's how I roll.)
#booksky
#authorsofbsky
#booksky
#authorsofbsky
Eowyn may have shut the country down, but she's also given me an opportunity to start a new project. Good think I have a woodworking expert to advise me on the finish.
January 24, 2025 at 11:17 AM
Eowyn may have shut the country down, but she's also given me an opportunity to start a new project. Good think I have a woodworking expert to advise me on the finish.
Are you going to be in London on February 13? If not, start making plans now, so you can attend Dorothy Koomson's Thrillfest, celebrating women in crime writing! Learn more here: www.eventbrite.com/e/dorothy-ko...
January 20, 2025 at 9:36 AM
Are you going to be in London on February 13? If not, start making plans now, so you can attend Dorothy Koomson's Thrillfest, celebrating women in crime writing! Learn more here: www.eventbrite.com/e/dorothy-ko...
Book Rec: The Hunter by Tana French @tanafrench.bsky.social. A slow-burn mystery set in a small Irish town. Exquisite characterisation, gorgeous prose, and an incredibly satisfying conclusion. #booksky #mystery #crimefiction
January 17, 2025 at 7:02 AM
Book Rec: The Hunter by Tana French @tanafrench.bsky.social. A slow-burn mystery set in a small Irish town. Exquisite characterisation, gorgeous prose, and an incredibly satisfying conclusion. #booksky #mystery #crimefiction
One of my favourite anthology series (I co-edited one of the earlier volumes, and these folks are superb). Buy it for Jim Wright and Louise Marley, enjoy it for all of the other magnificent authors. Available today. #booksky #protestfiction #bcubedpress
www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DT176GY...?
www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DT176GY...?
January 15, 2025 at 7:42 AM
One of my favourite anthology series (I co-edited one of the earlier volumes, and these folks are superb). Buy it for Jim Wright and Louise Marley, enjoy it for all of the other magnificent authors. Available today. #booksky #protestfiction #bcubedpress
www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DT176GY...?
www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DT176GY...?
So I've been dogless now for two weeks. One of the unexpected effects is having to make time to get in the 10K steps that used to be built in to 4-5 daily dog walks. A taxi driver once told me he gained 7 pounds after his dog passed. I wonder if the cat would like to try out a leash?
January 14, 2025 at 8:10 AM
So I've been dogless now for two weeks. One of the unexpected effects is having to make time to get in the 10K steps that used to be built in to 4-5 daily dog walks. A taxi driver once told me he gained 7 pounds after his dog passed. I wonder if the cat would like to try out a leash?
In the CWA Readers' News, I write about Eclectic Detectives. And there's lots of other good stuff in there, too! If you'd like to subscribe, you can do so at www.thecra.co.uk. All the best crime fiction and nonfiction, straight to your inbox each month--for free!
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January 13, 2025 at 12:53 PM
In the CWA Readers' News, I write about Eclectic Detectives. And there's lots of other good stuff in there, too! If you'd like to subscribe, you can do so at www.thecra.co.uk. All the best crime fiction and nonfiction, straight to your inbox each month--for free!
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I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Jean Utley. When I met Jean, she was the manager of the Book ‘Em Mystery Bookstore in South Pasadena. Generous of time and spirit, she was a good friend to writers and a true lover of books. Rest well, Jean. We love and will remember you.
January 12, 2025 at 7:06 AM
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Jean Utley. When I met Jean, she was the manager of the Book ‘Em Mystery Bookstore in South Pasadena. Generous of time and spirit, she was a good friend to writers and a true lover of books. Rest well, Jean. We love and will remember you.
A year ago today, I became a UK citizen. There have, of course, been a few bumps along the way, as one would expect, but Scotland has welcomed me and my family with open arms, and I try daily to pay it both back and forward.
January 9, 2025 at 7:29 AM
A year ago today, I became a UK citizen. There have, of course, been a few bumps along the way, as one would expect, but Scotland has welcomed me and my family with open arms, and I try daily to pay it both back and forward.
The problem, of course, with buying a fancy new pair of waterproof trainers for running in the rain, is that when the rain comes, you have no more excuses! #running #runscotland #lonelygoatrunninglcub #slowafrunclub
January 5, 2025 at 1:40 PM
The problem, of course, with buying a fancy new pair of waterproof trainers for running in the rain, is that when the rain comes, you have no more excuses! #running #runscotland #lonelygoatrunninglcub #slowafrunclub
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
Day 18
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Day 18
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December 31, 2024 at 8:49 AM
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
Day 18
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Day 18
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Sadly out of print (you can still find a few hard copies on AMZ), but one of the best anthologies Elm Books ever put out, and my personal favourite. I'm very proud of this one. #authorsofbluesky #booksky
December 31, 2024 at 8:46 AM
Sadly out of print (you can still find a few hard copies on AMZ), but one of the best anthologies Elm Books ever put out, and my personal favourite. I'm very proud of this one. #authorsofbluesky #booksky
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
Day 17
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Day 17
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December 29, 2024 at 7:05 PM
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
Day 17
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Day 17
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Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
Day 16
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Day 16
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December 28, 2024 at 10:59 AM
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
Day 16
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Day 16
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Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
Day 15
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Day 15
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December 27, 2024 at 12:19 PM
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
Day 15
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Day 15
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Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
Day 14
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Day 14
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December 26, 2024 at 3:47 PM
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
Day 14
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Day 14
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Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
Day 13
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Day 13
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December 25, 2024 at 1:53 PM
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
Day 13
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Day 13
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Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
Day 12
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Day 12
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December 24, 2024 at 7:54 AM
Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers.
Day 12
#Booksky #Books #BookChallenge #authorsofbluesky
Day 12
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