Samuel Joseph
@samueljoseph.bsky.social
He/Him. I love stories. I live for them and breathe them in. It is my hope to make my own that people will enjoy. https://samuelcjoseph.com
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Samuel Joseph
@samueljoseph.bsky.social
· Oct 30
Bladedancer: Joseph, Samuel: 9798344700168: Amazon.com: Books
Bladedancer [Joseph, Samuel] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Bladedancer
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Adalia Lisbet has made a name for herself as a duelist after being forced from her home over ten years ago. But when her father, the man who banished her, calls her back to his house she is confronted with trials no sword can cut.
You can find my latest #novel, Bladedancer, on Amazon!
You can find my latest #novel, Bladedancer, on Amazon!
Adalia Lisbet has made a name for herself as a duelist and adventurer since being exiled from her home years ago. But when her father calls her back to his house she must face trials no sword can cut.
My #novel, Bladedancer, is available in #print and #e-book! #fantasybooksky #booksky #indie 💙📚
My #novel, Bladedancer, is available in #print and #e-book! #fantasybooksky #booksky #indie 💙📚
Bladedancer
Adalia Lisbet has made a name for herself as a duelist after being forced from her home over ten years ago. She has even reached the title of Bladedancer, showing her mastery in the art of swordplay. ...
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November 11, 2025 at 9:50 PM
We learn from our experiences and from each other. The same applies to #writing.
On Imitation - The Millions
Each book I love is a new voice to carry with me, a new style to try on.
themillions.com
November 11, 2025 at 7:01 PM
We learn from our experiences and from each other. The same applies to #writing.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:58 AM
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It’s always dangerous to leave the path when walking the woods alone at night. #shortstory
Safety in the Things Men Make – Samuel C. Joseph
samuelcjoseph.com
November 10, 2025 at 9:48 PM
It’s always dangerous to leave the path when walking the woods alone at night. #shortstory
This is why I always prefer to have another set of eyes look over my stories, @jimdempsey.bsky.social. Other people tend to catch mistakes I’ve missed. Via @writerunboxed.bsky.social
The Pitfalls of Self-Editing
Let’s get this out of the way right at the start. I’m an editor. I’m going to be biased, but I’ve seen this scenario so many times over the years. As an author, you spend months, sometimes years, p…
writerunboxed.com
November 10, 2025 at 7:55 PM
This is why I always prefer to have another set of eyes look over my stories, @jimdempsey.bsky.social. Other people tend to catch mistakes I’ve missed. Via @writerunboxed.bsky.social
I just got back from watching @realgdt.bsky.social's #Frankenstein in theaters and it is truly excellent. This #movie brought me to tears and I cannot recommend it enough.
November 10, 2025 at 6:39 AM
I just got back from watching @realgdt.bsky.social's #Frankenstein in theaters and it is truly excellent. This #movie brought me to tears and I cannot recommend it enough.
In a world broken by cataclysm, can four strangers band together to retrieve their stolen property from a powerful wizard or will mistrust tear them apart?
You can find my #novel, Desolate Company, in both #print and #-book! #fantasybooksky #booksky #fantasylit #indie #selfpub 💙📚
You can find my #novel, Desolate Company, in both #print and #-book! #fantasybooksky #booksky #fantasylit #indie #selfpub 💙📚
Desolate Company
Desolate Company [Joseph, Samuel] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Desolate Company
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November 9, 2025 at 9:04 PM
In a world broken by cataclysm, can four strangers band together to retrieve their stolen property from a powerful wizard or will mistrust tear them apart?
You can find my #novel, Desolate Company, in both #print and #-book! #fantasybooksky #booksky #fantasylit #indie #selfpub 💙📚
You can find my #novel, Desolate Company, in both #print and #-book! #fantasybooksky #booksky #fantasylit #indie #selfpub 💙📚
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It's Day Two of our #ttrpg #actualplay Marathon in benefit of @extralife4kids.bsky.social . Join us today for Wanderhome, City of Espers, and Koboldly Go!
Starting at 8am PST/11am EST
twitch.tv/valdrianth
Starting at 8am PST/11am EST
twitch.tv/valdrianth
November 8, 2025 at 2:56 PM
It's Day Two of our #ttrpg #actualplay Marathon in benefit of @extralife4kids.bsky.social . Join us today for Wanderhome, City of Espers, and Koboldly Go!
Starting at 8am PST/11am EST
twitch.tv/valdrianth
Starting at 8am PST/11am EST
twitch.tv/valdrianth
If you are considering #writing a character who is a person of color in one of your stories, and are not of said group yourself, then I suggest reading this article by @marinaomi.bsky.social first.
Writing People of Color by MariNaomi
Recently, a friend of mine asked for feedback on her manuscript. Her novel was filled with complex characters, a thought-provoking plot, and enough intrigue to keep the reader riveted. I did what any ...
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November 9, 2025 at 6:48 PM
If you are considering #writing a character who is a person of color in one of your stories, and are not of said group yourself, then I suggest reading this article by @marinaomi.bsky.social first.
On the Subject of Ideas. #writing #writingadvice
On the Subject of Ideas – Samuel C. Joseph
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November 8, 2025 at 7:37 PM
On the Subject of Ideas. #writing #writingadvice
I absolutely agree, @annerallen.bsky.social. Believability is ultimately much more useful for #writing than striving for strict realism.
Why Realism is Irrelevant in Fiction
Realism: is that what fiction writers should aim for? Experts say no. Art shouldn't copy reality. It comments upon it.
annerallen.com
November 8, 2025 at 2:14 PM
I absolutely agree, @annerallen.bsky.social. Believability is ultimately much more useful for #writing than striving for strict realism.
Life is messy, people are messy, and the characters we #write should be messy as well. Via @writerunboxed.bsky.social
We’re Messy. Our Characters Should Be Too.
Two weeks ago, I gathered my courage (it was stuffed in a storage bin under my bed) and volunteered to make calls to Undecideds in Pennsylvania. My even-keeled, deeply-uncomfortable-with-confrontat…
writerunboxed.com
November 7, 2025 at 11:35 PM
Life is messy, people are messy, and the characters we #write should be messy as well. Via @writerunboxed.bsky.social
Adalia Lisbet is a duelist, adventurer, and sometimes a hero. But when she is called back to her father’s home after over ten years exile she will have to face her greatest challenge yet.
You can find my #novel, Bladedancer, in both #print and #e-book! #fantasybooksky #booksky #fantasylit #indie 💙📚
You can find my #novel, Bladedancer, in both #print and #e-book! #fantasybooksky #booksky #fantasylit #indie 💙📚
Bladedancer
Bladedancer [Joseph, Samuel] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Bladedancer
www.amazon.com
November 7, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Adalia Lisbet is a duelist, adventurer, and sometimes a hero. But when she is called back to her father’s home after over ten years exile she will have to face her greatest challenge yet.
You can find my #novel, Bladedancer, in both #print and #e-book! #fantasybooksky #booksky #fantasylit #indie 💙📚
You can find my #novel, Bladedancer, in both #print and #e-book! #fantasybooksky #booksky #fantasylit #indie 💙📚
Reposted by Samuel Joseph
10/10 headline
Europeans recognize Zohran Mamdani’s supposedly radical policies as ‘normal’
Critics of New York City’s mayor-elect have said his pledges of free bus service and universal childcare are unrealistic, but in Europe it’s a given
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November 6, 2025 at 8:23 PM
10/10 headline
This is a great video from @foldablehuman.bsky.social on how dismissing criticism of a fictional work based on the internal logic of said fiction is not a good argument. More often than not it's an attempt to excuse problematic material.
Minisode - The Thermian Argument
YouTube video by Folding Ideas
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November 6, 2025 at 8:47 PM
This is a great video from @foldablehuman.bsky.social on how dismissing criticism of a fictional work based on the internal logic of said fiction is not a good argument. More often than not it's an attempt to excuse problematic material.
Every emotion has a place in our #writing, and if we are to explore the power of hope we must understand despair.
"There and Back Again": The Lord of the Rings and the Power of Despair in Fiction
To create fiction that offers life-changing hope, authors must be willing to also embrace the power of despair in fiction. Here are 5 tips.
www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com
November 6, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Every emotion has a place in our #writing, and if we are to explore the power of hope we must understand despair.
In a broken world wracked by cataclysm and ancient wars, can four travelers band together to retrieve their property from a powerful wizard?
You can find my #novel, Desolate Company, in both #print and #e-book format! #fantasybooksky #booksky #fantasylit #indie #selfpub 💙📚
You can find my #novel, Desolate Company, in both #print and #e-book format! #fantasybooksky #booksky #fantasylit #indie #selfpub 💙📚
Desolate Company
Desolate Company [Joseph, Samuel] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Desolate Company
www.amazon.com
November 5, 2025 at 9:52 PM
In a broken world wracked by cataclysm and ancient wars, can four travelers band together to retrieve their property from a powerful wizard?
You can find my #novel, Desolate Company, in both #print and #e-book format! #fantasybooksky #booksky #fantasylit #indie #selfpub 💙📚
You can find my #novel, Desolate Company, in both #print and #e-book format! #fantasybooksky #booksky #fantasylit #indie #selfpub 💙📚
Reposted by Samuel Joseph
Front toward enemy
November 5, 2025 at 9:12 PM
Front toward enemy
This is an excellent video from @hellofutureme.bsky.social about pacing. A number of mistakes can be forgiven if your #story flows well, and I personally hold pacing to be the cornerstone upon which most other aspects of #writing are built upon.
On Writing: How to Master Pacing!
YouTube video by Hello Future Me
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November 5, 2025 at 6:29 PM
This is an excellent video from @hellofutureme.bsky.social about pacing. A number of mistakes can be forgiven if your #story flows well, and I personally hold pacing to be the cornerstone upon which most other aspects of #writing are built upon.
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It's a couple days late, but I did a halloween version of my Nekonyancer 🎃🐈⬛
November 2, 2025 at 10:36 PM
It's a couple days late, but I did a halloween version of my Nekonyancer 🎃🐈⬛
Just letting everyone know I've got a #ko-fi account if you want to support me beyond just buying my #books! Every little bit helps with keeping the lights on so I can continue #writing.
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November 1, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Long has Adalia Lisbet wandered, setting herself against foes both mundane and fantastic. But when she is called home after years of exile she finds herself against trials no sword can cut.
You can find my #novel, Bladedancer, in #print and #e-book! #fantasybooksky #booksky #fantasylit #indie 💙📚
You can find my #novel, Bladedancer, in #print and #e-book! #fantasybooksky #booksky #fantasylit #indie 💙📚
Bladedancer
Bladedancer [Joseph, Samuel] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Bladedancer
www.amazon.com
October 31, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Long has Adalia Lisbet wandered, setting herself against foes both mundane and fantastic. But when she is called home after years of exile she finds herself against trials no sword can cut.
You can find my #novel, Bladedancer, in #print and #e-book! #fantasybooksky #booksky #fantasylit #indie 💙📚
You can find my #novel, Bladedancer, in #print and #e-book! #fantasybooksky #booksky #fantasylit #indie 💙📚
When do you forgive a villain? The answer to this question is ultimately different for everyone, but I think @talefoundry.bsky.social does a good job of exploring what makes redemption both satisfying and believable.
When Do You Forgive a Villain?
YouTube video by Tale Foundry
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October 31, 2025 at 5:45 PM
When do you forgive a villain? The answer to this question is ultimately different for everyone, but I think @talefoundry.bsky.social does a good job of exploring what makes redemption both satisfying and believable.
If people have a hard time getting their bearings at the beginning of a story then chances are they’ll stop #reading. Sarah Callender at @writerunboxed.bsky.social explains why that is and what you can do about it.
Getting One’s Bearings in the Story
Two weeks ago, my husband and I splurged: we went to Mexico over my mid-winter break, just the two of us, to celebrate our 25th anniversary. We hadn’t done anything so splurgey since 2018 when we w…
writerunboxed.com
October 30, 2025 at 8:47 PM
If people have a hard time getting their bearings at the beginning of a story then chances are they’ll stop #reading. Sarah Callender at @writerunboxed.bsky.social explains why that is and what you can do about it.
This is a fascinating article from @chucktingle.bsky.social at @reactorsff.bsky.social on #art, #writing, and love for the act of creation.
Art in Defiance of the Endless Cosmic Nothing - Reactor
Artists express our care for the craft in different ways. Some seek out exciting new techniques, picking the brains of their favorite creators and adapting to their idol’s workflow. Others look inward...
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October 30, 2025 at 4:51 PM
This is a fascinating article from @chucktingle.bsky.social at @reactorsff.bsky.social on #art, #writing, and love for the act of creation.