Marie Duke
marieduke.bsky.social
Marie Duke
@marieduke.bsky.social
Librarian, justice advocate, parent advocate for Down syndrome, Girl Scout Mom, Sports Mom, Writer, supporter of ALL: Neurodivergent, neurotypical, 2SLGBTQIA+, Cis, people, animals. Mostly animals. They're better than most people. Moderately good human.
If you see a girl scout selling her cookies, support her.
March 10, 2025 at 1:46 PM
I'm glad you're still here. Happy Birthday
February 14, 2025 at 1:08 AM
Fun to block, too. I'm married to a good White man. He uses his power and privilege for good. Used to have one of those oblivious ones. Whew. Better now.
February 8, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Bernie, you're one of my favorite politicians. I, too, am more of a democratic socialist, but right now, our biggest push needs to be a sane leader for all. Medicare for all can come next.

How do we get the power away from Cheeto in Chief and his ilk?
February 8, 2025 at 1:57 AM
I'm not the joy is resistance kind of gal. Well, maybe I am. I'm more the joy is kicking a douchebags face in. That might come up during resistance, so maybe it's joyful.
February 5, 2025 at 5:14 AM
Well, sometimes we take a win where we get it, but this feels less like a win and more like a lateral jump.
February 4, 2025 at 1:15 PM
I guess I'll just own 3 copies if it makes it to hardcover. I pre-ordered the audiobook today. I'll pre-order the paperback soon.
February 4, 2025 at 1:13 PM
Any thoughts on a book tour?
February 4, 2025 at 1:11 PM
If you're unhappy with previous Scholastic behaviors, Literati is one alternative. Here's a link to more. Twenty Alternate Book Fairs for Diverse Schools – Lauren Simone Publishing House search.app/PWqy6fqNLcx6...

I bet breweries & taphouses would love to partner. I can think of a meadery near me.
Twenty Alternate Book Fairs for Diverse Schools
Lauren Simone Publishing House strongly opposes the recent move by Scholastic Book Fairs to separate books addressing issues of race, gender, and sexuality in response to the increasing number of book...
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January 29, 2025 at 12:54 AM
Can we stop him? He's been given carte blanche thus far.
January 29, 2025 at 12:30 AM
I would prefer horror novels to remain fiction. This dystopian reality is too much.
January 26, 2025 at 5:02 PM