M Pepper Langlinais/Amanda Innes
@mplbooks.bsky.social
Author/Screenwriter/Playwright/Freelance Editor. Previously of UT Austin, Shakespeare at Winedale, Emerson College, Houghton Mifflin, Pearson & Blogcritics. AKA fanfic author ZMethos. I don't answer unsolicited DMs. #writer #booksky #DramatistsGuild
I don't read extreme gore/horror and I don't read erotica. The former because I don't like having that stuff in my head, the second because I love plot and character, and erotica is really just focusing on spice/sex. (I don't mind *sex* in a book, so long as plot & character come first)
#Bookvember
#Bookvember
November 21, 2025 at 3:37 PM
I don't read extreme gore/horror and I don't read erotica. The former because I don't like having that stuff in my head, the second because I love plot and character, and erotica is really just focusing on spice/sex. (I don't mind *sex* in a book, so long as plot & character come first)
#Bookvember
#Bookvember
I haven't bothered to replace my e-reader. When I'm looking for something to read, I'm always looking for a physical book. Hardback or paperback. I like to browse at bookstores and libraries, and e-readers require you to already know what you're looking for to a degree.
#writinglifemonthly
#writinglifemonthly
November 21, 2025 at 3:33 PM
I haven't bothered to replace my e-reader. When I'm looking for something to read, I'm always looking for a physical book. Hardback or paperback. I like to browse at bookstores and libraries, and e-readers require you to already know what you're looking for to a degree.
#writinglifemonthly
#writinglifemonthly
#FantasyIndiesNovember Day 21
Comfort shows for me include "Parks & Rec," "Cardcaptor Sakura," and "Babylon 5," and sometimes particular favorite episodes of "Highlander" or "The X-Files."
Comfort shows for me include "Parks & Rec," "Cardcaptor Sakura," and "Babylon 5," and sometimes particular favorite episodes of "Highlander" or "The X-Files."
November 21, 2025 at 3:32 PM
#FantasyIndiesNovember Day 21
Comfort shows for me include "Parks & Rec," "Cardcaptor Sakura," and "Babylon 5," and sometimes particular favorite episodes of "Highlander" or "The X-Files."
Comfort shows for me include "Parks & Rec," "Cardcaptor Sakura," and "Babylon 5," and sometimes particular favorite episodes of "Highlander" or "The X-Files."
A little Sel & Am for your afternoon:
November 20, 2025 at 11:49 PM
A little Sel & Am for your afternoon:
#NovemberWorldbuilders Day 20
There are a number towns along the AElitian coast, two of note being Belafleo Kantrina and Bargacharna. D'robe's notable coastal cities include Tiyafarg and Belafleo D'begga.
There are a number towns along the AElitian coast, two of note being Belafleo Kantrina and Bargacharna. D'robe's notable coastal cities include Tiyafarg and Belafleo D'begga.
November 20, 2025 at 7:34 PM
#NovemberWorldbuilders Day 20
There are a number towns along the AElitian coast, two of note being Belafleo Kantrina and Bargacharna. D'robe's notable coastal cities include Tiyafarg and Belafleo D'begga.
There are a number towns along the AElitian coast, two of note being Belafleo Kantrina and Bargacharna. D'robe's notable coastal cities include Tiyafarg and Belafleo D'begga.
Ack! I read such a wide variety of things, so narrowing to one would be almost impossible. But the first genre that sprang to mind was mystery, so maybe that? After all, mystery can encompass other genres. Historical mystery, romantic mystery...
#writinglifemonthly
#writinglifemonthly
November 20, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Ack! I read such a wide variety of things, so narrowing to one would be almost impossible. But the first genre that sprang to mind was mystery, so maybe that? After all, mystery can encompass other genres. Historical mystery, romantic mystery...
#writinglifemonthly
#writinglifemonthly
#FantasyIndiesNovember Day 20
I find a lot of inspiration in music. Songs can often give me the right feelings to tap into for my characters and what they're going through.
I find a lot of inspiration in music. Songs can often give me the right feelings to tap into for my characters and what they're going through.
November 20, 2025 at 3:46 PM
#FantasyIndiesNovember Day 20
I find a lot of inspiration in music. Songs can often give me the right feelings to tap into for my characters and what they're going through.
I find a lot of inspiration in music. Songs can often give me the right feelings to tap into for my characters and what they're going through.
#NovemberWorldbuilders Day 19
Being an island, AElit certainly does have a fishing industry of sorts along the coasts, though it is a stronger element in D'robe, where the land is less forgiving for livestock or crops.
Being an island, AElit certainly does have a fishing industry of sorts along the coasts, though it is a stronger element in D'robe, where the land is less forgiving for livestock or crops.
November 19, 2025 at 6:51 PM
#NovemberWorldbuilders Day 19
Being an island, AElit certainly does have a fishing industry of sorts along the coasts, though it is a stronger element in D'robe, where the land is less forgiving for livestock or crops.
Being an island, AElit certainly does have a fishing industry of sorts along the coasts, though it is a stronger element in D'robe, where the land is less forgiving for livestock or crops.
November 19, 2025 at 5:11 PM
I used to always recommend THE SUPERNATURAL ENHANCEMENTS by Edgar Cantero but someone found it problematic, and I haven't gone back to re-read it and see for myself, so I hesitate to recommend it anymore. Anyway, no one book is for everyone, so I tailor my recs to whoever asks.
#writinglifemonthly
#writinglifemonthly
November 19, 2025 at 3:41 PM
I used to always recommend THE SUPERNATURAL ENHANCEMENTS by Edgar Cantero but someone found it problematic, and I haven't gone back to re-read it and see for myself, so I hesitate to recommend it anymore. Anyway, no one book is for everyone, so I tailor my recs to whoever asks.
#writinglifemonthly
#writinglifemonthly
#FantasyIndiesNovember Day 19
Actually sitting down and putting words on a page is my big challenge. Focus. Discipline. I can dream up the stories, the scenes, etc., but when it comes time to actually *write* I get fidgety and restless.
Actually sitting down and putting words on a page is my big challenge. Focus. Discipline. I can dream up the stories, the scenes, etc., but when it comes time to actually *write* I get fidgety and restless.
November 19, 2025 at 3:37 PM
#FantasyIndiesNovember Day 19
Actually sitting down and putting words on a page is my big challenge. Focus. Discipline. I can dream up the stories, the scenes, etc., but when it comes time to actually *write* I get fidgety and restless.
Actually sitting down and putting words on a page is my big challenge. Focus. Discipline. I can dream up the stories, the scenes, etc., but when it comes time to actually *write* I get fidgety and restless.
I don't have a favorite genre, so I'm just going to pick four authors whose works I've enjoyed and who had some influence on me.
Arthur Conan Doyle
Agatha Christie
Stephen King
Anne Rice
Could also consider: Victoria Holt, Alison Weir, or more recently Richard Osman
#Bookvember
Arthur Conan Doyle
Agatha Christie
Stephen King
Anne Rice
Could also consider: Victoria Holt, Alison Weir, or more recently Richard Osman
#Bookvember
November 19, 2025 at 3:35 PM
I don't have a favorite genre, so I'm just going to pick four authors whose works I've enjoyed and who had some influence on me.
Arthur Conan Doyle
Agatha Christie
Stephen King
Anne Rice
Could also consider: Victoria Holt, Alison Weir, or more recently Richard Osman
#Bookvember
Arthur Conan Doyle
Agatha Christie
Stephen King
Anne Rice
Could also consider: Victoria Holt, Alison Weir, or more recently Richard Osman
#Bookvember
I'm sorry if it looked like my Substack was asking for 💲. I assure you it is free and I have no current plans to monetize it. I think I've managed to turn off the pop-up that suggests you pay. I'm still learning. But please do consider subscribing! (For FREE!) mplbooks.substack.com
November 18, 2025 at 11:03 PM
I'm sorry if it looked like my Substack was asking for 💲. I assure you it is free and I have no current plans to monetize it. I think I've managed to turn off the pop-up that suggests you pay. I'm still learning. But please do consider subscribing! (For FREE!) mplbooks.substack.com
Flashback to my visitors; see my TikTok for full perspective. (I’m Amanda_Innes there.)
November 18, 2025 at 10:26 PM
Flashback to my visitors; see my TikTok for full perspective. (I’m Amanda_Innes there.)
#NovemberWorldbuilders Day 18
Amaurodios doesn't know what water is when he arrives on AElit, so when he first encounters a brook he asks it if "they could please speak one at a time" because he "can't understand what they're saying." 🙄😂
Amaurodios doesn't know what water is when he arrives on AElit, so when he first encounters a brook he asks it if "they could please speak one at a time" because he "can't understand what they're saying." 🙄😂
November 18, 2025 at 4:22 PM
#NovemberWorldbuilders Day 18
Amaurodios doesn't know what water is when he arrives on AElit, so when he first encounters a brook he asks it if "they could please speak one at a time" because he "can't understand what they're saying." 🙄😂
Amaurodios doesn't know what water is when he arrives on AElit, so when he first encounters a brook he asks it if "they could please speak one at a time" because he "can't understand what they're saying." 🙄😂
It's no secret; I usually put it on my YouTube channel! 😂 I didn't enjoy THE HURRICANE WARS, or BEACH READ, or THE GUNCLE. So many! Reviews are here: www.youtube.com/@mplbooks/vi...
#writinglifemonthly
#writinglifemonthly
November 18, 2025 at 4:20 PM
It's no secret; I usually put it on my YouTube channel! 😂 I didn't enjoy THE HURRICANE WARS, or BEACH READ, or THE GUNCLE. So many! Reviews are here: www.youtube.com/@mplbooks/vi...
#writinglifemonthly
#writinglifemonthly
#FantasyIndiesNovember Day 18
I love both Fay and Landis from THE SWITCHGRASS CROWN. I love Amaurodios' sweet naivete in SEL & AM. Alfred Keenan in THE K-PRO. The titular Peter Stoller. And, of course, Julian in THE GHOSTS OF MARSHLEY PARK.
I love both Fay and Landis from THE SWITCHGRASS CROWN. I love Amaurodios' sweet naivete in SEL & AM. Alfred Keenan in THE K-PRO. The titular Peter Stoller. And, of course, Julian in THE GHOSTS OF MARSHLEY PARK.
November 18, 2025 at 4:15 PM
#FantasyIndiesNovember Day 18
I love both Fay and Landis from THE SWITCHGRASS CROWN. I love Amaurodios' sweet naivete in SEL & AM. Alfred Keenan in THE K-PRO. The titular Peter Stoller. And, of course, Julian in THE GHOSTS OF MARSHLEY PARK.
I love both Fay and Landis from THE SWITCHGRASS CROWN. I love Amaurodios' sweet naivete in SEL & AM. Alfred Keenan in THE K-PRO. The titular Peter Stoller. And, of course, Julian in THE GHOSTS OF MARSHLEY PARK.
Pics from our final day at #KauaiWritersConference. I promise we did writerly things, too; they just don’t make for as interesting pictures. Heading home today.
November 17, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Pics from our final day at #KauaiWritersConference. I promise we did writerly things, too; they just don’t make for as interesting pictures. Heading home today.
#FantasyIndiesNovember Day 17
My hobbies include reading (and posting reviews on my YouTube channel) and tarot.
My hobbies include reading (and posting reviews on my YouTube channel) and tarot.
November 17, 2025 at 4:23 PM
#FantasyIndiesNovember Day 17
My hobbies include reading (and posting reviews on my YouTube channel) and tarot.
My hobbies include reading (and posting reviews on my YouTube channel) and tarot.
I like covers that are simple but beautiful, and/or that use typography in fun and interesting ways. Not too busy.
November 16, 2025 at 4:50 PM
I like covers that are simple but beautiful, and/or that use typography in fun and interesting ways. Not too busy.
#FantasyIndiesNovember Day 16
I start with an idea for a story and a sense of direction, then plot in bursts as I go rather than charting the journey fully ahead of time. Like a road trip with an end destination but no set schedule, just deciding each day which roads and what sights to stop for.
I start with an idea for a story and a sense of direction, then plot in bursts as I go rather than charting the journey fully ahead of time. Like a road trip with an end destination but no set schedule, just deciding each day which roads and what sights to stop for.
November 16, 2025 at 4:39 PM
#FantasyIndiesNovember Day 16
I start with an idea for a story and a sense of direction, then plot in bursts as I go rather than charting the journey fully ahead of time. Like a road trip with an end destination but no set schedule, just deciding each day which roads and what sights to stop for.
I start with an idea for a story and a sense of direction, then plot in bursts as I go rather than charting the journey fully ahead of time. Like a road trip with an end destination but no set schedule, just deciding each day which roads and what sights to stop for.
#KauaiWritersConference cont’d. More gorgeous views, a pina colada in a pineapple, and I promise I’m also doing writer stuff!
November 16, 2025 at 12:14 AM
#KauaiWritersConference cont’d. More gorgeous views, a pina colada in a pineapple, and I promise I’m also doing writer stuff!
Had friends visit my lanai this morning
November 15, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Had friends visit my lanai this morning