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K.D. Upton
@kduptonwrites.bsky.social
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Author. Writer of The Kaitlynn Dahl Mysteries, and others in the MTS, Supernatural Suspense, and SciFi genres.

Buy books: www.kduptonwrites.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@instoriedworlds
Podcast: https://rss.com/podcasts/books-tea-with-kd
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Every day.😂 I push forward everyday Even though it feels this way. That’s the only reason I’ve published 13+ books. Keeps me on my toes. #SpoonieAuthChat
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Spoonie Author Chat (for creatives who manage spoons), November 13, 2025:

Did you ever have a moment or moments when you kicked imposter syndrome to the curb?

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November 14, 2025 at 1:04 AM
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Push self-doubt aside and focus on bringing my characters to life. Drown perfectionism and enjoy the process. #SpoonieAuthChat
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Spoonie Author Chat (for creatives who manage spoons), November 11, 2025:

How would you like to see yourself improve as an author?

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November 11, 2025 at 7:37 PM
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Timeline cleanse!
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This is Oakley. He has an injury that requires physical therapy and at-home massages. Luckily, his cat sibling River has been training his whole life for this. 14/10 for both
November 11, 2025 at 2:28 PM
kduptonwrites.bsky.social
In a flare right now & I can’t write/draw/paint like I want. So, it’s nap time for me and riding this coaster, hoping it slows down & evens out soon enough. Time to rest/rejuvenate & grateful for my family’s support. #SpoonieAuthChat
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Spoonie Author Chat (for creatives who manage spoons), November 10, 2025:

It's healthy to vent! What's frustrating you right now about writing?

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November 10, 2025 at 6:35 PM
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Yep
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I don't need a job, I need a gothic manor in which I sit about reading and wandering in ankle length nightgowns
November 10, 2025 at 6:30 PM
kduptonwrites.bsky.social
Every author has a process. A character for me morphs into reality the more layers I add. Kaitlynn combines multiple personalities I’ve befriended over the years & a dash of me. She’s flawed, confused, a people pleaser, bright & fierce. Oh & she’s great at solving puzzles like murder. #booksky ⚡️📚
Blue mug with stars around the words: I read past my bedtime. An open book is below the words.
November 9, 2025 at 2:59 PM
kduptonwrites.bsky.social
Got the COVID & Flu shots yesterday and can’t sleep. Ears are plugged up, aching even with meds & I’m exhausted. At least figure skating is on.
November 8, 2025 at 10:59 AM
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Maine Sunrise 6”x8” oil
November 4, 2025 at 4:29 PM
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I have a trusted reviewer after I’ve drafted, revised multiple times and also edited it to the best of my ability. After their review, I make changes/corrections & then send to an editor. #SpoonieAuthChat
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Spoonie Author Chat (for creatives who manage spoons), November 5, 2025:

When do you feel a work is ready to share with beta reviewers and/or critique partners?

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November 5, 2025 at 3:17 PM
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🧐 The Surprising Power of Letting Myself Be Silly 😜

I did a guest post on Jennifer L. Gadd's blog about my new book: We've Come for Your Eggs.

Check it out:

jenniferlgadd.wordpress.com/2025/10/29/g...

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Book Cover (dragon flying across a sun and cloud) for We've Come for Your Eggs
November 4, 2025 at 3:57 PM
kduptonwrites.bsky.social
My very first abstract painting. #art #creative
Abstract painting of a woman’s face:brunette hair in tight bun with blue eyes. It’s a side profile using burnt reds for the cheeks and lips, wisps of white in her hair.
November 3, 2025 at 5:58 PM
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In summary: art is hard. Don’t beat yourself up over it not solely paying your bills in the worst version of America we’ve ever seen. Do for self, and love your work.
November 1, 2025 at 11:48 PM
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New York knows how to do Halloween!
November 1, 2025 at 7:50 AM
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Ready to time travel tonight. Got extra candy and water. See ya on the other side😉
November 2, 2025 at 1:17 AM
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I find that the day after Halloween is perfect for binging books, raiding the kids candy (I don't take what they love), and TV. Anyone else with a candy hangover? Or am I the only one? Give me your fav books, please and Thank You. #booksky 💙📚 ⚡📚
November 1, 2025 at 2:41 PM
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True story
Panel one, writing a 90,000 word novel, picture of a happy kid. Panel to, writing a 250 word blurb, picture of a sad kid
October 31, 2025 at 2:08 PM
kduptonwrites.bsky.social
Happy Halloween, Everyone! Favorite day of the year!!! Time to snuggle up and read. #Halloween #HappyHalloween
Red haired witch in black sexy dress sitting on a flying broom with a black cat balancing on the end of the broomstick with the picture of the moon behind them and the word Halloween in red eerie script with the 'O' being a jack-o-lantern with a black witch hat.
October 31, 2025 at 3:38 PM
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Stephen King is my favorite. I admire him immensely. #SpoonieAuthChat
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Spooky Author Chat (for creatives who manage spoons, October 30, 2025:

Besides you (because you should also be your favourite author), what authors of scary stuff do you admire?

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October 30, 2025 at 7:56 PM
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Tomorrow is #Halloween which is a great time to read a spooky story. One of our favourite spooky stories is The Legend of Sleepy Hollow by Washington Irvine. First published in 1820 it tells the story of a terrifying headless horseman, but that's not why we like it. 🎃
The front cover of a Penguin edition of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow showing the headless horseman on the cover
October 30, 2025 at 11:35 AM
kduptonwrites.bsky.social
Loving the name for the MC's cat (third book in The Skylar Night Ghost Mysteries). This is what I imagine Bane looks like👇 💙📚 ⚡📚 #booksky
Vector drawing of black cat with yellow eyes set against a luminous yellow moon on a greyish-black background.
October 29, 2025 at 11:21 PM
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a cute painting I started today ❄️
October 29, 2025 at 2:51 AM
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Folks, my heart melts for Yoda❤️
septimusbrown.com Septimus Brown @septimusbrown.com · 16d
Timeline cleanse!

This is Yoda. He's very serious about snacks and cats.
French bulldog puppy wrapped in a colorful blanket
October 29, 2025 at 6:10 PM
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laurenwalshart.bsky.social
Hey artists

Just keep posting.
Last post didn’t get many likes? Keep posting.
Not 100% happy with what you made? Post it.
Feel like you aren’t getting anywhere? Keep posting.

You never know who will find you and when.
October 28, 2025 at 2:43 PM
kduptonwrites.bsky.social
I cry every time I see this. For all the singers, songwriters, musicians, artists, writers, anyone creative... Thank You! Really. We need you. I love you. I see you. I appreciate you. Sing on. Write on. Create on. #basicincome #art #artists #booksky 💙📚
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Sara Bareilles - Brave (Official Video)
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October 28, 2025 at 4:41 PM
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Last night's read by @bajh.bsky.social.

📚🏡👻🎃🐈🛎

#CurrentlyReading #AmReading #HauntingDanielle #Books #Ghost #Halloween #BookSky
October 28, 2025 at 1:34 PM