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K.M. Stone | Querying
@karstenstone.bsky.social
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Aspiring author crafting #YA and #ComingOfAge tales inspired by seaside towns, timeless friendships, and the complexities of love and loyalty. Currently tripping on 90s nostalgia.

Devoted father, husband, and proud ally 🌈
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K.M. Stone | Querying @karstenstone.bsky.social · Jan 17
What do you get when 90s nostalgia crashes into the chaotic world of a time loop & more music and pop culture references than you can throw a Sony Walkman at? You get a whole lot of freaking drama & a massive dose of romantic teenage awkwardness shot directly into your veins. #p2ppit #ya #w #uw
What do you get when 90s nostalgia crashes straight into the chaotic world of a time loop and more music and pop culture references than you can throw a Sony Walkman at? You get a whole lot of freaking drama, tragedy, tears and a massive dose of romantic teenage awkwardness shot directly into your veins. Set in the fictional town of Moorsborough, reminiscent of all the best and the worst things about coastal life in the UK, the story follows Tripper, our hero (he is, kind of, although he'd hate it if you called him one), trying to save the love of his life (Lottie) from a fate they seem doomed to repeat. BEFORE ALL THAT… Over the course of six months, they fall in love, live out their summer dreams, explore their shared love of music (even though they are posers) and reveal more about themselves. Meanwhile, Tripper and his friends experience a summer of unforgettable highs and devastating lows, a summer to remember and forget at the same time. Tracklist: 90s vibes that hit hard burnt cd’s and Mixtapes a bunch of Seaside Shenanigans a lovely or tragic (not telling) Bittersweet Romance and hundreds of squawking Seagulls It is a coming-of-age story about love, loyalty and the impossible fight against time. Exploring the lengths one would go to protect it all. It's EMOTIONAL and full of HEART the perfect nostalgic punch to the literal gut for fans of timeless Young Adult tales. VIBES graphic for The Tracks of '99. It draws comparisons to well-known movies and themes. The title is displayed at the top within a ticket stub, surrounded by 90s themed stickers such as a CD, retro cassette, smiley face etc. Below the title, it is divided into sections featuring movies posters, and is paired with descriptive quote that align with the themes and tones of the story. The included movies and descriptions are: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind "An exploration of love, loss, and memory that fate seems determined to erase." 10 Things I Hate About You "Pure 90s nostalgia, teenage love, angst, and unforgettable friendships." Me and Earl and the Dying Girl "Quirky, heartfelt, and emotionally gut-wrenching with deep friendships and bittersweet endings." The Perks of Being a Wallflower "Coming-of-age journey and the emotional complexity of teenagers." Empire Records "Grungy, music-fueled vibe of the 90s, and teens dealing with love and loyalty." Stand by Me "Tight-knit friends, personal loss, and self-discovery set in a nostalgic time period." Before I Fall "Time-loop, changing the past with a nostalgic time period with heartfelt bonds." Each quote is written in a yellow speech bubble. Moodboard for The Tracks of '99 with a very 90s feel to it. Bright coloured background with tabs from an old windows desktop open on the screen. Top left, a bunch of clocks, indicating that something may be a little bit off with the flow of time. Top right, an old television and chair, the sort of set up a 90s kid might have in their bedroom Mid left, a music store, cds in a rack Mid right, a typical coastal scene, the setting where the story takes place Bottom left, a old computer monitior, with a warning, "Can we overcome the power of fate?" Bottom right, an old Nintendo console with a hand inserting a cartridge Around the image, are various cartoon style graphics. A floppy disc, a walkman, a lightening bolt, a cd and an old mobile reminiscent of a 90s Nokia.
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Whilst querying my novel, I've been writing another. I'm going to put it on Wattpad and Inkitt, twice weekly, and work through it as I go. I just feel like trying something different.

Any got any opinion on the platforms?

#writer #writersofbluesky #writesky
September 16, 2025 at 7:42 AM
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The light walks upon the sea
Hope moves quietly like light on water I is always reaching and near
#petitepalettemasterpieces #SmallArtBigImpact
#artyear#the100dayproject#nature#art#blueskyart#dailypainting #artsky#painting #traditionalart
The light walks upon the sea Hope moves quietly like light on water I is always reaching and near #petitepalettemasterpieces #SmallArtBigImpact #artyear#the100dayproject#nature#art#blueskyart#dailypainting #artsky#painting #traditionalart The light walks upon the sea Hope moves quietly like light on water I is always reaching and near #petitepalettemasterpieces #SmallArtBigImpact #artyear#the100dayproject#nature#art#blueskyart#dailypainting #artsky#painting #traditionalart The light walks upon the sea Hope moves quietly like light on water I is always reaching and near #petitepalettemasterpieces #SmallArtBigImpact #artyear#the100dayproject#nature#art#blueskyart#dailypainting #artsky#painting #traditionalart The light walks upon the sea Hope moves quietly like light on water I is always reaching and near #petitepalettemasterpieces #SmallArtBigImpact #artyear#the100dayproject#nature#art#blueskyart#dailypainting #artsky#painting #traditionalart
May 15, 2025 at 10:39 PM
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I love sunflowers 🌻 the flower reminds me of our Daughter (painting study) Watercolour, white gouache & metalic watercolours
#petitepalettemasterpieces #SmallArtBigImpact
#artyear #the100dayproject #nature #art #blueskyart #dailypainting #artsky #painting #traditionalart
I love sunflowers 🌻 the flower reminds me of our Daughter (painting study) Watercolour, white gouache & metalic watercolours #petitepalettemasterpieces #SmallArtBigImpact #artyear #the100dayproject #nature #art #blueskyart #dailypainting #artsky #painting #traditionalart
May 13, 2025 at 11:38 PM
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A drip Drop of water (painting study) Watercolour and white gouache in places.
#petitepalettemasterpieces #SmallArtBigImpact
#artyear#the100dayproject#nature#art#blueskyart#dailypainting #artsky#painting #traditionalart
A drip Drop of water (painting study) Watercolour and white gouache in places. #petitepalettemasterpieces #SmallArtBigImpact #artyear#the100dayproject#nature#art#blueskyart#dailypainting #artsky#painting #traditionalart
May 11, 2025 at 10:24 PM
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Illegitimis non carborundum
#petitepalettemasterpieces #SmallArtBigImpact
#artyear#the100dayproject#nature#art#blueskyart#dailypainting #artsky#painting #traditionalart
Illegitimis non carborundum I took inspiration from the hand maids tale but I used the original Latin loosely translating to the real quote don't let the bastards get you down. I want to do the other one too at some point when I have more time to work on it I've been learning a lot about history as I never got the chance when I was younger (the phrase was originally used during the world war) #petitepalettemasterpieces #SmallArtBigImpact #artyear#the100dayproject#nature#art#blueskyart#dailypainting #artsky#painting #traditionalart
May 8, 2025 at 9:19 PM
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Destiny is delicate, like a feather caught in the threads guided by unseen forces, shaped by every twist and turn
#petitepalettemasterpieces #SmallArtBigImpact
#artyear#the100dayproject#nature#art#blueskyart#dailypainting #artsky#painting #traditionalart
Destiny is delicate, like a feather caught in the threads guided by unseen forces, shaped by every twist and turn Painting is a picture of a feather red thread can symbolise connection or destiny #petitepalettemasterpieces #SmallArtBigImpact #artyear#the100dayproject#nature#art#blueskyart#dailypainting #artsky#painting #traditionalart
May 6, 2025 at 9:39 PM
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Knock knock..? (Say who's there) #petitepalettemasterpieces #artyear#the100dayproject#nature#art#blueskyart#dailypainting #artsky#painting #traditionalart
May 4, 2025 at 8:52 PM
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"Chaos to tenderness"

I created this working on art with my wife @ennayelsel.bsky.social today with no set intention, this what came out.

From the fires of chaos to the pastels signalling tenderness and identity. We still have hope.

#art #abstractart #contemporaryart #artforjustice #expressionism
May 3, 2025 at 1:04 PM
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Challenged myself today to use mostly my imagination. The prompt I used was part of #petitepalettemasterpieces - A flower shop windowsill full of unique potted blooms, each with its own personality.
#artyear#the100dayproject#nature#art#blueskyart#dailypainting #artsky#painting #traditionalart
Challenged myself today to use mostly my imagination the prompt I used was - A flower shop windowsill full of unique potted blooms, each with its own personality. Part of the #petitepalettemasterpieces challenge this month 3x4 inch #artyear #the100dayproject #florist #nature #art #blueskyart #dailypainting #artsky #painting #traditionalart
May 1, 2025 at 9:26 PM
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A spiky little hedgehog all rolled into a ball 🦔 Watercolour, and metalic watercolour on watercolour postcard.
#artyear #the100dayproject #hedgehog #nature #art #blueskyart #dailypainting #artsky #painting #traditionalart
A spiky little hedgehog all rolled into a ball 🦔 Watercolour, and metalic watercolour on watercolour postcard. #artyear #the100dayproject #hedgehog #nature #art #blueskyart #dailypainting #artsky #painting #traditionalart
April 30, 2025 at 9:58 PM
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Get ready for small wonders! ✨ Just 3 days until the Petite Palette Masterpieces Art Challenge kicks off (May 1st). Time to grab your 3"x4" heavy paper (watercolor/mixed media/Bristol = great!) and your favourite art medium (anything goes!).See you there! 🎨 #PetitePaletteMasterpieces #ArtChallenge
April 28, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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STRONG TOGETHER
3 of 8 series Continuing this mini series for #tdov this one is textured then I went over the textured lines with gold. You are loved. You belong.
#TransSolidarity #TransJoy #FierceMamaLove #ArtForChange #the100dayproject #abstract #painting #art
March 23, 2025 at 10:09 PM
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Waves of Becoming symbolizes the fluid journey of identity, growth & self-discovery. You are loved. You belong.
#TransSolidarity #WeRiseTogether #TransJoy #FierceMamaLove #ArtForChange
#the100dayproject
#pattern #abstract #art #blueskyart #artsky #dailypainting #dailydoodle #painting #traditionalart
March 24, 2025 at 11:50 PM
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We Rise Together
2 of 8 series is a love letter to the trans community. YOU are seen, valued & never alone. As a fierce mama, I lift up trans voices. Together we rise! You are loved. You belong.
#TransSolidarity #TransJoy #FierceMamaLove #ArtForChange #the100dayproject #abstract #painting #art
March 22, 2025 at 11:16 PM
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Radiant Defiance: We Can Fight This
A bold pattern symbolising the struggle and resilience of trans community. The gold reflects strength. We are here. We are strong. We support you and we won't be silenced. 1 of 8 ( mini art series )
#TDOV #TransSolidarity #protecttranslives #transjoy #transpower
March 21, 2025 at 10:47 PM
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Tarantula hawk wasp 🐝 🌿
Rainforest collection
#artyear #the100dayproject
#insect #bug #wasp #tarantulahawkwasp #nature #art #blueskyart #dailypainting #artsky #painting #traditionalart #rainforest
March 19, 2025 at 11:28 PM
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Army ant 🐜 🌿
Rainforest collection
#artyear #the100dayproject
#insect #bug #beetle #nature #art #blueskyart #dailypainting #artsky #painting #traditionalart #rainforest
March 18, 2025 at 11:24 PM
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Bullet ant 🐜 🌿
Rainforest collection
#artyear #the100dayproject
#insect #bug #beetle #nature #art #blueskyart #dailypainting #artsky #painting #traditionalart #rainforest
March 18, 2025 at 12:25 AM
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Peel back the light 🕯️ 🍊 ⭐ initiative painting.
(pattern abstract)
metallic watercolour & watercolour
#the100dayproject
#pattern #abstract #art #blueskyart #artsky #dailypainting #dailydoodle #painting #traditionalart
March 16, 2025 at 11:18 PM
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Elephant beetle / Megasoma elephas
Rainforest collection
#artyear
#insect #bug #beetle #nature #art #blueskyart #dailypainting #artsky #painting #traditionalart #rainforest
March 13, 2025 at 11:28 PM
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Illawarra flame tree painting #the100dayproject Illawarra flame tree / (trees& ) Rainforest collection
#artyear
#tree #art #blueskyart #dailypainting #artsky #painting #botanicalart #traditionalart
March 8, 2025 at 11:15 PM
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Unwavering
(pattern abstract)
ink pen , metallic watercolour & watercolour
#the100dayproject
#pattern #abstract #art #blueskyart #artsky #dailypainting #dailydoodle #painting #traditionalart
March 7, 2025 at 11:24 PM
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Rosewood tree painting #the100dayproject 12/100 Rosewood / (trees& ) Rainforest collection
#artyear
#tree #art #blueskyart #dailypainting #artsky #painting #botanicalart #traditionalart
March 6, 2025 at 11:13 PM
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Day 11 of #the100dayproject

#jellyfish #photography #naturephotography #naturelover #blueskyphotography
March 6, 2025 at 11:15 PM
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Mohogany tree painting #the100dayproject 10/100 Mohogany / (trees& ) Rainforest collection
#artyear
#tree #art #blueskyart #dailypainting #artsky #painting #botanicalart #traditionalart
March 4, 2025 at 10:53 PM