Dr. Meg MacDonald
@megintransition.bsky.social
PhD belief & gods in fantasy @angliaruskin, work in R&D @UofGlasgow, DH Promotions @Glasgowin2024. Tendency to pun-escalate. She/Her Cis/Bi 🌈🏳️🌈
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Donate to the Iridescence Bursary Scheme
Our bursary scheme supports fans who need assistance to attend and it’s funded by member donations.
Every contribution helps someone join the convention experience.
All the info and how to donate can be found here eastercon2026.org/bursary-sche...
Our bursary scheme supports fans who need assistance to attend and it’s funded by member donations.
Every contribution helps someone join the convention experience.
All the info and how to donate can be found here eastercon2026.org/bursary-sche...
Bursary Scheme Policy | Iridescence
eastercon2026.org
November 15, 2025 at 10:11 AM
Donate to the Iridescence Bursary Scheme
Our bursary scheme supports fans who need assistance to attend and it’s funded by member donations.
Every contribution helps someone join the convention experience.
All the info and how to donate can be found here eastercon2026.org/bursary-sche...
Our bursary scheme supports fans who need assistance to attend and it’s funded by member donations.
Every contribution helps someone join the convention experience.
All the info and how to donate can be found here eastercon2026.org/bursary-sche...
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"The moment you allow AI to write a sentence for you, you lose your voice."
Francesca Barbini @lunapress.bsky.social nailing it in her guest of honour interview with @megintransition.bsky.social.
#pictcon
Francesca Barbini @lunapress.bsky.social nailing it in her guest of honour interview with @megintransition.bsky.social.
#pictcon
November 8, 2025 at 1:05 PM
"The moment you allow AI to write a sentence for you, you lose your voice."
Francesca Barbini @lunapress.bsky.social nailing it in her guest of honour interview with @megintransition.bsky.social.
#pictcon
Francesca Barbini @lunapress.bsky.social nailing it in her guest of honour interview with @megintransition.bsky.social.
#pictcon
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Diana Wynne Jones panel at Novacon.
November 9, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Diana Wynne Jones panel at Novacon.
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Huge thanks to @effjayem.bsky.social for organising Pictcon 1 and asking me to be GoH! I was interviewd by the fantastic @megintransition.bsky.social ❤️ & concluded the day on a fab panel with @neilwilliamson.bsky.social @bethkesh.bsky.social @joannacorrance.bsky.social @shoreinf.bsky.social 🏴
November 9, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Huge thanks to @effjayem.bsky.social for organising Pictcon 1 and asking me to be GoH! I was interviewd by the fantastic @megintransition.bsky.social ❤️ & concluded the day on a fab panel with @neilwilliamson.bsky.social @bethkesh.bsky.social @joannacorrance.bsky.social @shoreinf.bsky.social 🏴
I am loving Ragwort, the sequel, right now.
I have the utter privilege of chatting with Sam and the fabulous @shonak.bsky.social for her beautiful Daughters of Nicnevin for @waterstonesargyle.bsky.social on the 20th November.
Hopefully see you there.
I have the utter privilege of chatting with Sam and the fabulous @shonak.bsky.social for her beautiful Daughters of Nicnevin for @waterstonesargyle.bsky.social on the 20th November.
Hopefully see you there.
If you've not read Gorse by @samkhorton.bsky.social you totally should as its bloody great. Perfect for this time of the year, and currently only 99p on Kindle (and other providers).
amzn.eu/d/48RSe2S
amzn.eu/d/48RSe2S
Gorse (The Eythin Legacy Book 1) eBook : Horton, Sam K.: Amazon.co.uk: Kindle Store
Gorse (The Eythin Legacy Book 1) eBook : Horton, Sam K.: Amazon.co.uk: Kindle Store
www.amazon.co.uk
November 6, 2025 at 9:31 AM
I am loving Ragwort, the sequel, right now.
I have the utter privilege of chatting with Sam and the fabulous @shonak.bsky.social for her beautiful Daughters of Nicnevin for @waterstonesargyle.bsky.social on the 20th November.
Hopefully see you there.
I have the utter privilege of chatting with Sam and the fabulous @shonak.bsky.social for her beautiful Daughters of Nicnevin for @waterstonesargyle.bsky.social on the 20th November.
Hopefully see you there.
If you've not read Gorse by @samkhorton.bsky.social you totally should as its bloody great. Perfect for this time of the year, and currently only 99p on Kindle (and other providers).
amzn.eu/d/48RSe2S
amzn.eu/d/48RSe2S
Gorse (The Eythin Legacy Book 1) eBook : Horton, Sam K.: Amazon.co.uk: Kindle Store
Gorse (The Eythin Legacy Book 1) eBook : Horton, Sam K.: Amazon.co.uk: Kindle Store
www.amazon.co.uk
November 6, 2025 at 9:29 AM
If you've not read Gorse by @samkhorton.bsky.social you totally should as its bloody great. Perfect for this time of the year, and currently only 99p on Kindle (and other providers).
amzn.eu/d/48RSe2S
amzn.eu/d/48RSe2S
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Eastercon is the UK's annual science fiction convention for book lovers & writers
Iridescence, 2026's Eastercon will be at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole Hotel, 3-6 April 2026. Tickets on sale now
Guests of Honour include @rjbarker.bsky.social @emmanewman.bsky.social & @drkarenlord.bsky.social
Iridescence, 2026's Eastercon will be at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole Hotel, 3-6 April 2026. Tickets on sale now
Guests of Honour include @rjbarker.bsky.social @emmanewman.bsky.social & @drkarenlord.bsky.social
November 5, 2025 at 12:47 PM
Eastercon is the UK's annual science fiction convention for book lovers & writers
Iridescence, 2026's Eastercon will be at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole Hotel, 3-6 April 2026. Tickets on sale now
Guests of Honour include @rjbarker.bsky.social @emmanewman.bsky.social & @drkarenlord.bsky.social
Iridescence, 2026's Eastercon will be at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole Hotel, 3-6 April 2026. Tickets on sale now
Guests of Honour include @rjbarker.bsky.social @emmanewman.bsky.social & @drkarenlord.bsky.social
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Satellite 9 hotel booking opens tomorrow - 6th November!
The convention is at The Clayton Hotel, 298 Clyde St, right in the city centre, and we can’t wait to show you this fabulous venue.
The convention is at The Clayton Hotel, 298 Clyde St, right in the city centre, and we can’t wait to show you this fabulous venue.
November 5, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Satellite 9 hotel booking opens tomorrow - 6th November!
The convention is at The Clayton Hotel, 298 Clyde St, right in the city centre, and we can’t wait to show you this fabulous venue.
The convention is at The Clayton Hotel, 298 Clyde St, right in the city centre, and we can’t wait to show you this fabulous venue.
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Book Review: The Everlasting, by Alix E Harrow
In order to have a future worth fighting for, you must have a past worth remembering.
@ergative-abs.bsky.social has our review at the NOAF blog
www.nerds-feather.com/2025/10/book...
In order to have a future worth fighting for, you must have a past worth remembering.
@ergative-abs.bsky.social has our review at the NOAF blog
www.nerds-feather.com/2025/10/book...
Book Review: The Everlasting, by Alix E Harrow
In order to have a future worth fighting for, you must have a past worth remembering. Do you remember back in, oh, 2017 or so, when a certa...
www.nerds-feather.com
October 28, 2025 at 9:40 AM
Book Review: The Everlasting, by Alix E Harrow
In order to have a future worth fighting for, you must have a past worth remembering.
@ergative-abs.bsky.social has our review at the NOAF blog
www.nerds-feather.com/2025/10/book...
In order to have a future worth fighting for, you must have a past worth remembering.
@ergative-abs.bsky.social has our review at the NOAF blog
www.nerds-feather.com/2025/10/book...
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Liz is back! We discuss a variety of topics including Worldcon finances and the fact that Alison is definitely doing the T-shirts for @easterconuk.bsky.social like, any day now. Really. No, YOU’RE overcommitted. Listen here! octothorpe.podbean.com/e/146-it-win...
October 23, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Liz is back! We discuss a variety of topics including Worldcon finances and the fact that Alison is definitely doing the T-shirts for @easterconuk.bsky.social like, any day now. Really. No, YOU’RE overcommitted. Listen here! octothorpe.podbean.com/e/146-it-win...
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Join Eastercon 2026 before the our rate rise on the 1st December!
From the 1st December our Adult Attending rate will rise to £90, all our other rates will stay the same.
Adult Low Income prices are self-declared: if you need the discount, you qualify.
You can join here eastercon2026.org/register
From the 1st December our Adult Attending rate will rise to £90, all our other rates will stay the same.
Adult Low Income prices are self-declared: if you need the discount, you qualify.
You can join here eastercon2026.org/register
Please confirm your email address | Iridescence
eastercon2026.org
October 23, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Join Eastercon 2026 before the our rate rise on the 1st December!
From the 1st December our Adult Attending rate will rise to £90, all our other rates will stay the same.
Adult Low Income prices are self-declared: if you need the discount, you qualify.
You can join here eastercon2026.org/register
From the 1st December our Adult Attending rate will rise to £90, all our other rates will stay the same.
Adult Low Income prices are self-declared: if you need the discount, you qualify.
You can join here eastercon2026.org/register
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Ready for a weekend of Science fiction, science fact, and science fun!
The next Satellite 9 convention will be held on 22–24 May 2026 at the Clayton Hotel Glasgow in Glasgow. With a stellar Guest of Honour Liz Williams, a weekend of fandom awaits.
Grab your membership nine.satellitex.org.uk/join
The next Satellite 9 convention will be held on 22–24 May 2026 at the Clayton Hotel Glasgow in Glasgow. With a stellar Guest of Honour Liz Williams, a weekend of fandom awaits.
Grab your membership nine.satellitex.org.uk/join
Satellite 9: Join
Join Satellite 9
nine.satellitex.org.uk
October 22, 2025 at 7:54 AM
Ready for a weekend of Science fiction, science fact, and science fun!
The next Satellite 9 convention will be held on 22–24 May 2026 at the Clayton Hotel Glasgow in Glasgow. With a stellar Guest of Honour Liz Williams, a weekend of fandom awaits.
Grab your membership nine.satellitex.org.uk/join
The next Satellite 9 convention will be held on 22–24 May 2026 at the Clayton Hotel Glasgow in Glasgow. With a stellar Guest of Honour Liz Williams, a weekend of fandom awaits.
Grab your membership nine.satellitex.org.uk/join
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Programme at Iridescence!
Want to be on a panel, run a workshop, or give a talk? Fill in the form and submit your ideas.
We are excited to build an awesome programme with you!
eastercon2026.org/programme
Want to be on a panel, run a workshop, or give a talk? Fill in the form and submit your ideas.
We are excited to build an awesome programme with you!
eastercon2026.org/programme
October 22, 2025 at 8:16 AM
Programme at Iridescence!
Want to be on a panel, run a workshop, or give a talk? Fill in the form and submit your ideas.
We are excited to build an awesome programme with you!
eastercon2026.org/programme
Want to be on a panel, run a workshop, or give a talk? Fill in the form and submit your ideas.
We are excited to build an awesome programme with you!
eastercon2026.org/programme
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Contributors Wanted!
Do YOU want to write for Nerds of a Feather?
www.nerds-feather.com/2025/10/cont...
Do YOU want to write for Nerds of a Feather?
www.nerds-feather.com/2025/10/cont...
Contributors Wanted
Do you want to write for Nerds? Nerds of a Feather, Flock Together is looking for 3-5 awesome individuals to join our team of regular contri...
www.nerds-feather.com
October 15, 2025 at 9:48 AM
Contributors Wanted!
Do YOU want to write for Nerds of a Feather?
www.nerds-feather.com/2025/10/cont...
Do YOU want to write for Nerds of a Feather?
www.nerds-feather.com/2025/10/cont...
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We're throwing our hat in the ring to host Eurocon 2030 in the fantastical city of Copenhagen! Accessible transport, stunning sights, and a commitment to sustainability, Copenhagen promises an unforgettable experience for all attendees.
Support our bid, and be part of an incredible adventure!
Support our bid, and be part of an incredible adventure!
October 8, 2025 at 1:54 PM
We're throwing our hat in the ring to host Eurocon 2030 in the fantastical city of Copenhagen! Accessible transport, stunning sights, and a commitment to sustainability, Copenhagen promises an unforgettable experience for all attendees.
Support our bid, and be part of an incredible adventure!
Support our bid, and be part of an incredible adventure!
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Hotel Booking Open to General Members.
If you are a registered member of Iridescence you should have received an email with booking instructions.
Please check your spam if it isn't in your inbox.
If you've any questions please email info@eastercon2026.org
If you are a registered member of Iridescence you should have received an email with booking instructions.
Please check your spam if it isn't in your inbox.
If you've any questions please email info@eastercon2026.org
September 30, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Hotel Booking Open to General Members.
If you are a registered member of Iridescence you should have received an email with booking instructions.
Please check your spam if it isn't in your inbox.
If you've any questions please email info@eastercon2026.org
If you are a registered member of Iridescence you should have received an email with booking instructions.
Please check your spam if it isn't in your inbox.
If you've any questions please email info@eastercon2026.org
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OCTOTHORPE 144 IS THE LAW. As well as a pleasing rhyme, listeners will know this heralds the episode on 2012’s DREDD! We hope you enjoy the episode, and remember: until your assessment is formally over, you’re still entitled to dispense justice. Listen here! octothorpe.podbean.com/e/144-i-have...
September 25, 2025 at 9:12 PM
OCTOTHORPE 144 IS THE LAW. As well as a pleasing rhyme, listeners will know this heralds the episode on 2012’s DREDD! We hope you enjoy the episode, and remember: until your assessment is formally over, you’re still entitled to dispense justice. Listen here! octothorpe.podbean.com/e/144-i-have...
Reposted by Dr. Meg MacDonald
Reminder that hotel booking will open to the general membership on the 30th September.
Booking information will only be sent to registered members so if you've not joined the convention yet then now is a great time to do so.
Join or check your registration via eastercon2026.org/register
Booking information will only be sent to registered members so if you've not joined the convention yet then now is a great time to do so.
Join or check your registration via eastercon2026.org/register
Please confirm your email address | Iridescence
eastercon2026.org
September 25, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Reminder that hotel booking will open to the general membership on the 30th September.
Booking information will only be sent to registered members so if you've not joined the convention yet then now is a great time to do so.
Join or check your registration via eastercon2026.org/register
Booking information will only be sent to registered members so if you've not joined the convention yet then now is a great time to do so.
Join or check your registration via eastercon2026.org/register
Reposted by Dr. Meg MacDonald
Iridescence Bursary Scheme Now Open
Need support with attending Iridescence? We’ve got a bursary scheme to help.
The scheme is open to anyone in the UK or Ireland.
First deadline: 31 October 2025
Full details and the application form eastercon2026.org/bursary-sche...
Need support with attending Iridescence? We’ve got a bursary scheme to help.
The scheme is open to anyone in the UK or Ireland.
First deadline: 31 October 2025
Full details and the application form eastercon2026.org/bursary-sche...
Bursary Scheme Policy | Iridescence
eastercon2026.org
September 22, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Iridescence Bursary Scheme Now Open
Need support with attending Iridescence? We’ve got a bursary scheme to help.
The scheme is open to anyone in the UK or Ireland.
First deadline: 31 October 2025
Full details and the application form eastercon2026.org/bursary-sche...
Need support with attending Iridescence? We’ve got a bursary scheme to help.
The scheme is open to anyone in the UK or Ireland.
First deadline: 31 October 2025
Full details and the application form eastercon2026.org/bursary-sche...
Reposted by Dr. Meg MacDonald
There are roles both pre-con or at-con. There is no minimum contribution, be it for on an hour or the whole weekend, your contribution makes a real difference.
Come join the team and be part of the con spirit!
Any questions then don't hesitate to email volunteers@eastercon2026.org
Come join the team and be part of the con spirit!
Any questions then don't hesitate to email volunteers@eastercon2026.org
Volunteering | Iridescence
eastercon2026.org
September 21, 2025 at 4:23 PM
There are roles both pre-con or at-con. There is no minimum contribution, be it for on an hour or the whole weekend, your contribution makes a real difference.
Come join the team and be part of the con spirit!
Any questions then don't hesitate to email volunteers@eastercon2026.org
Come join the team and be part of the con spirit!
Any questions then don't hesitate to email volunteers@eastercon2026.org
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We are looking for volunteers.
Volunteering is at the heart of Eastercon. It is what makes the convention possible!
By giving a little of your time, you help shape the experience for everyone while joining a welcoming, creative community.
The form is on our website eastercon2026.org/volunteering
Volunteering is at the heart of Eastercon. It is what makes the convention possible!
By giving a little of your time, you help shape the experience for everyone while joining a welcoming, creative community.
The form is on our website eastercon2026.org/volunteering
September 21, 2025 at 4:23 PM
We are looking for volunteers.
Volunteering is at the heart of Eastercon. It is what makes the convention possible!
By giving a little of your time, you help shape the experience for everyone while joining a welcoming, creative community.
The form is on our website eastercon2026.org/volunteering
Volunteering is at the heart of Eastercon. It is what makes the convention possible!
By giving a little of your time, you help shape the experience for everyone while joining a welcoming, creative community.
The form is on our website eastercon2026.org/volunteering
Reposted by Dr. Meg MacDonald
It's clearly my month to be on podcasts.
This time I'm talking about fiction about the English Civil Wars.
podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/t...
This time I'm talking about fiction about the English Civil Wars.
podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/t...
Creating Memory – Historical Fiction and the English Civil Wars
Podcast Episode · The World Turned Upside Down - The British Civil Wars 1638-1651 · 19/09/2025 · 32m
podcasts.apple.com
September 19, 2025 at 10:00 AM
It's clearly my month to be on podcasts.
This time I'm talking about fiction about the English Civil Wars.
podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/t...
This time I'm talking about fiction about the English Civil Wars.
podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/t...
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Apply now to secure your spot and be part of one of the busiest, most vibrant parts of the convention!
Deadline for applications: 31st January 2026
Any questions email dealers@eastercon2026.org
Deadline for applications: 31st January 2026
Any questions email dealers@eastercon2026.org
Dealers | Iridescence
eastercon2026.org
September 17, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Apply now to secure your spot and be part of one of the busiest, most vibrant parts of the convention!
Deadline for applications: 31st January 2026
Any questions email dealers@eastercon2026.org
Deadline for applications: 31st January 2026
Any questions email dealers@eastercon2026.org
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Dealers applications launched!
Step into the excitement of the Iridescence Dealers’ Room and bring your artistry and merchandise to an eager audience ready to discover something new and wonderful.
Form to apply can be found on our webpage eastercon2026.org/dealers
Step into the excitement of the Iridescence Dealers’ Room and bring your artistry and merchandise to an eager audience ready to discover something new and wonderful.
Form to apply can be found on our webpage eastercon2026.org/dealers
Dealers | Iridescence
eastercon2026.org
September 17, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Dealers applications launched!
Step into the excitement of the Iridescence Dealers’ Room and bring your artistry and merchandise to an eager audience ready to discover something new and wonderful.
Form to apply can be found on our webpage eastercon2026.org/dealers
Step into the excitement of the Iridescence Dealers’ Room and bring your artistry and merchandise to an eager audience ready to discover something new and wonderful.
Form to apply can be found on our webpage eastercon2026.org/dealers
Reposted by Dr. Meg MacDonald
Come be part of the celebration of our community and reserve your fan table slot now.
Form to apply can be found on our webpage eastercon2026.org/fan-tables
Deadline for applications: 31st January 2026
Any questions email dealers@eastercon2026.org
Form to apply can be found on our webpage eastercon2026.org/fan-tables
Deadline for applications: 31st January 2026
Any questions email dealers@eastercon2026.org
Fan Tables | Iridescence
eastercon2026.org
September 17, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Come be part of the celebration of our community and reserve your fan table slot now.
Form to apply can be found on our webpage eastercon2026.org/fan-tables
Deadline for applications: 31st January 2026
Any questions email dealers@eastercon2026.org
Form to apply can be found on our webpage eastercon2026.org/fan-tables
Deadline for applications: 31st January 2026
Any questions email dealers@eastercon2026.org