Melora Johnson
@melorajohnson.bsky.social
An author from Upstate NY who daylights as a librarian because that's where she hears the best stories.
"A good library has something in it to offend everyone."
B.A. in English, and M.L.S.
Also runs a busy writer's group.
She/her.
"A good library has something in it to offend everyone."
B.A. in English, and M.L.S.
Also runs a busy writer's group.
She/her.
The third, and probably final, volume of my poetry series, A Sanctuary Built of Words, is now out and available on Amazon. Hopefully in local bookstores soon. The short stories may take a bit longer. #writingeditingpublishing
August 17, 2025 at 8:36 PM
The third, and probably final, volume of my poetry series, A Sanctuary Built of Words, is now out and available on Amazon. Hopefully in local bookstores soon. The short stories may take a bit longer. #writingeditingpublishing
Woohoo! It's publication day! This fantastic collection of stories includes a number of my writers group, so I know it is GREAT reading. It includes my story, Shifting Iwo Jima. #publicationday #sciencefiction #speculativefiction a.co/d/cbRSCwl
August 5, 2025 at 10:51 AM
Woohoo! It's publication day! This fantastic collection of stories includes a number of my writers group, so I know it is GREAT reading. It includes my story, Shifting Iwo Jima. #publicationday #sciencefiction #speculativefiction a.co/d/cbRSCwl
Posted a publishing update on melorajohnson.wordpress.com. 2 poetry books out, 3rd on the way, and a short story in a collection being released on Tuesday. I'm on a roll! Hope you all are finding some rest and respite in our crazy world. #writing #publishing #authorupdate
August 3, 2025 at 11:20 PM
Posted a publishing update on melorajohnson.wordpress.com. 2 poetry books out, 3rd on the way, and a short story in a collection being released on Tuesday. I'm on a roll! Hope you all are finding some rest and respite in our crazy world. #writing #publishing #authorupdate
So, I did a thing last night. :) New book of poetry coming out in June! #writing #publishing #poetry
May 15, 2025 at 10:52 AM
So, I did a thing last night. :) New book of poetry coming out in June! #writing #publishing #poetry
Wintertime seems intent on encouraging hibernation. Still, we keep going. This morning, I was able to get poetry books dropped off for sale. I'll spend a few hours editing my upmarket mystery, thanks to notes from my wonderful writer's group. I wish you tasty caffeine!
January 17, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Wintertime seems intent on encouraging hibernation. Still, we keep going. This morning, I was able to get poetry books dropped off for sale. I'll spend a few hours editing my upmarket mystery, thanks to notes from my wonderful writer's group. I wish you tasty caffeine!
In 2024, I finished writing an upmarket humorous murder mystery, pitched it to an agent, edited it into shape with the help of beta readers, submitted it in October, and received my rejection in December. In 2025, I'll keep editing and submitting. #can'tstopnow #writinglife #resolutions
January 2, 2025 at 12:28 AM
In 2024, I finished writing an upmarket humorous murder mystery, pitched it to an agent, edited it into shape with the help of beta readers, submitted it in October, and received my rejection in December. In 2025, I'll keep editing and submitting. #can'tstopnow #writinglife #resolutions
I was describing to my husband what I like to read in a mystery and what I'm trying for in my books; Bridget Jones meets Phillip Marlow came to mind. :) But do most people know who they are anymore? #writinglife #mystery #humor
December 28, 2024 at 1:06 PM
I was describing to my husband what I like to read in a mystery and what I'm trying for in my books; Bridget Jones meets Phillip Marlow came to mind. :) But do most people know who they are anymore? #writinglife #mystery #humor
Merry Christmas Eve Day! It's time to make the kolaczky. But first, my wonderful husband sent me a little something pretty for the table so I thought I'd share. Now I just have to decide what Christmas Movie to put on while I work. #christmaspreparations #christmasmovies #christmascookies
December 24, 2024 at 1:50 PM
Merry Christmas Eve Day! It's time to make the kolaczky. But first, my wonderful husband sent me a little something pretty for the table so I thought I'd share. Now I just have to decide what Christmas Movie to put on while I work. #christmaspreparations #christmasmovies #christmascookies
Potentially, my new favorite Christmas cookie-orange chocolate shortbread. Perfect with The Muppets Christmas Carol and a cup of decaf coffee. #christmascookies #christmasmovies
December 23, 2024 at 12:55 AM
Potentially, my new favorite Christmas cookie-orange chocolate shortbread. Perfect with The Muppets Christmas Carol and a cup of decaf coffee. #christmascookies #christmasmovies
I LOVE this Christmas gift, a beautiful stained glass dragonfly by my multi talented friend A.V. Rogers, author of the horror novel, The Dollhouse. Isn't it gorgeous? #thankfulforfriends #christmas2024
December 20, 2024 at 12:26 PM
I LOVE this Christmas gift, a beautiful stained glass dragonfly by my multi talented friend A.V. Rogers, author of the horror novel, The Dollhouse. Isn't it gorgeous? #thankfulforfriends #christmas2024
Happy Wednesday - almost halfway through the week before Christmas. More coffee! #sleepdeprivedparents #christmas2024
December 18, 2024 at 12:22 PM
Happy Wednesday - almost halfway through the week before Christmas. More coffee! #sleepdeprivedparents #christmas2024
An old favorite for the Christmas season, a genre mash up. Little bit hard-boiled realism with some legend or fantasy, as you prefer. #merrychristmas #santa
December 17, 2024 at 7:04 PM
An old favorite for the Christmas season, a genre mash up. Little bit hard-boiled realism with some legend or fantasy, as you prefer. #merrychristmas #santa
Monday. Why is there never enough sleep on Sunday nights? #sleepdeprivedparents
December 16, 2024 at 12:16 PM
Monday. Why is there never enough sleep on Sunday nights? #sleepdeprivedparents
I was planning to edit every day this weekend. Somehow that didn't happen. But I started Christmas decorating and cooked the last of the Welsh cakes. #christmasishere
December 15, 2024 at 10:54 PM
I was planning to edit every day this weekend. Somehow that didn't happen. But I started Christmas decorating and cooked the last of the Welsh cakes. #christmasishere
The Welsh cakes were a little trickier than I thought but they tasted fantastic, and the pumpkin praline bread pudding went fast. The eggnog bread was a hit, as always. #christmasbaking #tryingnewthings
December 14, 2024 at 11:55 PM
The Welsh cakes were a little trickier than I thought but they tasted fantastic, and the pumpkin praline bread pudding went fast. The eggnog bread was a hit, as always. #christmasbaking #tryingnewthings
Hemi says Happy Friday the 13th! He is remaining well behaved, in anticipation of Christmas. #blackcats #fridaythe13th #christmas2024
December 13, 2024 at 9:34 PM
Hemi says Happy Friday the 13th! He is remaining well behaved, in anticipation of Christmas. #blackcats #fridaythe13th #christmas2024
Writing had to wait today while I made the Christmas bread, four loaves - two for giving and two for home. Pecan, walnut and cranberry. #writerslife #christmasbaking
December 12, 2024 at 7:18 PM
Writing had to wait today while I made the Christmas bread, four loaves - two for giving and two for home. Pecan, walnut and cranberry. #writerslife #christmasbaking
I currently have one book of poetry out. Wouldn't it make a great gift? :) Available at the usual online stores.
December 12, 2024 at 1:02 PM
I currently have one book of poetry out. Wouldn't it make a great gift? :) Available at the usual online stores.
It's raining here, but this more festive image came up in my memories. I had gone out to treat myself to lunch and do some writing a few years ago. When I left the restaurant, the horse and wagon were waiting there as the snow came down. I hope we'll see some snow soon. #writinglife #holidayseason
December 10, 2024 at 7:30 PM
It's raining here, but this more festive image came up in my memories. I had gone out to treat myself to lunch and do some writing a few years ago. When I left the restaurant, the horse and wagon were waiting there as the snow came down. I hope we'll see some snow soon. #writinglife #holidayseason
A woodstove is a wonderful thing in the wintertime, especially when your other main heat source needs a replacement part. #WINTER2024 #woodstove #HearthAndHome
December 10, 2024 at 1:11 AM
A woodstove is a wonderful thing in the wintertime, especially when your other main heat source needs a replacement part. #WINTER2024 #woodstove #HearthAndHome
Happy Caturday! #stressrelief #relaxation
December 7, 2024 at 9:49 PM
Happy Caturday! #stressrelief #relaxation
I've recently pulled out some of my zentangles and finished this design. It's not my favorite but it's interesting. Sometimes you have to try something different, right? We all need creative outlets, more than one in fact. #creativity #relaxation #stressrelief
December 7, 2024 at 12:47 AM
I've recently pulled out some of my zentangles and finished this design. It's not my favorite but it's interesting. Sometimes you have to try something different, right? We all need creative outlets, more than one in fact. #creativity #relaxation #stressrelief
Seriously, gift shopping for your author friends and loved ones is ridiculously easy. #christmasshopping #giftsforauthors #writinglife
December 6, 2024 at 1:21 AM
Seriously, gift shopping for your author friends and loved ones is ridiculously easy. #christmasshopping #giftsforauthors #writinglife
Bah humbug. Got my rejection from the agent I had submitted my upmarket mystery to. Back to the editing. #writinglife #querying #editing
December 4, 2024 at 9:37 PM
Bah humbug. Got my rejection from the agent I had submitted my upmarket mystery to. Back to the editing. #writinglife #querying #editing
It's December but I'm having trouble finding my holiday mojo. Anybody else? What are your favorite holiday movies? I'm gathering ingredients for Christmas cookies. #christmaspreparations
December 3, 2024 at 1:21 AM
It's December but I'm having trouble finding my holiday mojo. Anybody else? What are your favorite holiday movies? I'm gathering ingredients for Christmas cookies. #christmaspreparations