Mary Ann Ryan
@maryrite1022.bsky.social
If I had all the money I’ve spent on books, I’d buy more books
Reader, writer, storyteller, beach girl, foodie, animal lover, space nerd
Not necessarily in that order
Reader, writer, storyteller, beach girl, foodie, animal lover, space nerd
Not necessarily in that order
Obviously, I need therapy
July 11, 2025 at 1:05 AM
Obviously, I need therapy
Nice piece
Forever a fan
Forever a fan
A truly, hilariously over-the-top article from the Times regarding my new novel (Vera, Or Faith), watches, walking sticks, martinis, money, and, oh, so much more.
www.nytimes.com/2025/07/08/s...
www.nytimes.com/2025/07/08/s...
Is Gary Shteyngart One of the Last Novelists to Make Real Money From the Craft?
www.nytimes.com
July 9, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Nice piece
Forever a fan
Forever a fan
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3x All-Star, Max Fried 🌟
July 6, 2025 at 10:15 PM
3x All-Star, Max Fried 🌟
Magnificent!
What a ride
And I did cry… But it sure wasn’t pretty
What a ride
And I did cry… But it sure wasn’t pretty
June 22, 2025 at 11:33 PM
Magnificent!
What a ride
And I did cry… But it sure wasn’t pretty
What a ride
And I did cry… But it sure wasn’t pretty
June 18, 2025 at 11:58 PM
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“I would rather have questions that can’t be answered than answers that can’t be questioned.”
June 15, 2025 at 6:15 PM
“I would rather have questions that can’t be answered than answers that can’t be questioned.”
My 💜
In an alternate universe, I’m Christine Chapel
In an alternate universe, I’m Christine Chapel
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 3 arrives in a month on Paramount+, but here's already a very rave review. 🖖
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 3 Review: The Best Trek In Decades Doesn't Miss A Beat - SlashFilm
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds is more confident than ever in season 3, and it doesn't stumble for a second. Here's our review.
www.slashfilm.com
June 16, 2025 at 12:58 AM
My 💜
In an alternate universe, I’m Christine Chapel
In an alternate universe, I’m Christine Chapel
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Because Katherine, by Anya Seton, is approximately 50% of my personality, I just squeaked when John of Gaunt appeared in my book. This was to be expected given that it’s a history of 14c France and England. And yet.
June 14, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Because Katherine, by Anya Seton, is approximately 50% of my personality, I just squeaked when John of Gaunt appeared in my book. This was to be expected given that it’s a history of 14c France and England. And yet.
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Join me in this positive affirmation to start the day in top tier manifestation mode: Everything comes to me at the right time!🫶🏻 #StarfishClub #mentalhealth
May 9, 2025 at 9:38 AM
Join me in this positive affirmation to start the day in top tier manifestation mode: Everything comes to me at the right time!🫶🏻 #StarfishClub #mentalhealth
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In 1998 I graduated from Teachers College believing I had the power to make a difference in the world, 1 child at a time. 27 yrs later, still inspired by the starfish story & the power of 1 person, I wake up every day excited to make a difference & share a little kindness with the world!🫶🏻
April 2, 2025 at 9:55 AM
In 1998 I graduated from Teachers College believing I had the power to make a difference in the world, 1 child at a time. 27 yrs later, still inspired by the starfish story & the power of 1 person, I wake up every day excited to make a difference & share a little kindness with the world!🫶🏻
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"Get out of your own way and write!" Angie Cruz told me that, and it's worked -- just get the words down without thinking about what you're trying to do or what would be best. Just write.
November 19, 2024 at 9:19 PM
"Get out of your own way and write!" Angie Cruz told me that, and it's worked -- just get the words down without thinking about what you're trying to do or what would be best. Just write.
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"President Trump is, I believe, doing great damage to America, but Democrats have been singularly ineffective at challenging him." Nicholas Kristoff, NY Times columnist. www.nytimes.com/2025/05/24/o...
Opinion | Trump Is Immensely Vulnerable
www.nytimes.com
May 25, 2025 at 6:13 PM
"President Trump is, I believe, doing great damage to America, but Democrats have been singularly ineffective at challenging him." Nicholas Kristoff, NY Times columnist. www.nytimes.com/2025/05/24/o...
Excellent “kermencement” advice to Maryland grads—find your people, write your own ending and take a leap while holding a hand
May 23, 2025 at 10:59 AM
Excellent “kermencement” advice to Maryland grads—find your people, write your own ending and take a leap while holding a hand
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The world doesn’t need more noise. It needs more people who pause, reflect, and speak with purpose.
May 23, 2025 at 4:41 AM
The world doesn’t need more noise. It needs more people who pause, reflect, and speak with purpose.
Just like these guys, the new Pope is from Chicago and on a mission from God
May 8, 2025 at 8:32 PM
Just like these guys, the new Pope is from Chicago and on a mission from God
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Canadian Voter: I think who I voted for would be the best to take care of Trump, because Trump is, I’m sorry to say, an asshole.
April 29, 2025 at 2:43 AM
Canadian Voter: I think who I voted for would be the best to take care of Trump, because Trump is, I’m sorry to say, an asshole.
I can think of a few folks that I would donate my ticket to…
March 19, 2025 at 1:01 AM
I can think of a few folks that I would donate my ticket to…
Sunni signs off
Well done, Commander
Well done, Commander
March 7, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Sunni signs off
Well done, Commander
Well done, Commander
Planes take off against the wind
If you want a view from 30,000 feet you have to put up with a lot of resistance
If you want a view from 30,000 feet you have to put up with a lot of resistance
March 6, 2025 at 6:01 AM
Planes take off against the wind
If you want a view from 30,000 feet you have to put up with a lot of resistance
If you want a view from 30,000 feet you have to put up with a lot of resistance