Alison Williams
@sillwillstudios.bsky.social
🇨🇦I am an indie author who writes Gaslamp fantasies and love to do fantasy illustrations. When my cat allows. Catch me at: www.sillwillstudios.com
Sometimes it takes conscious effort not to become outraged when perusing social media. Recently I remember this poem from my dad’s funeral service. It truly applied to him.
November 26, 2025 at 12:02 AM
Sometimes it takes conscious effort not to become outraged when perusing social media. Recently I remember this poem from my dad’s funeral service. It truly applied to him.
After getting dumped on by an early snow storm, I feel like Jack Frost must have been feeling overly-ambitious! I prefer his more subtle appearance. What do you think? #spiritofwinter #digitalillustration #noai #indieartist #frostyfairytale
November 11, 2025 at 8:42 PM
After getting dumped on by an early snow storm, I feel like Jack Frost must have been feeling overly-ambitious! I prefer his more subtle appearance. What do you think? #spiritofwinter #digitalillustration #noai #indieartist #frostyfairytale
Gearing up for another Book Fair this weekend. ‘Cause you know the wonderful, ‘giving’ season that’s coming, right? Support indie authors and artisans!
November 6, 2025 at 2:16 AM
Gearing up for another Book Fair this weekend. ‘Cause you know the wonderful, ‘giving’ season that’s coming, right? Support indie authors and artisans!
Well, I tried, but…
October 31, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Well, I tried, but…
Been feeling the pressure lately. LOL!
October 7, 2025 at 9:20 PM
Been feeling the pressure lately. LOL!
Just to promote the mood of the season a little more. My favourite time of year.
October 3, 2025 at 11:39 PM
Just to promote the mood of the season a little more. My favourite time of year.
I keep sharing this image of my fur baby. My sister took this photo with her phone.
September 28, 2025 at 8:56 PM
I keep sharing this image of my fur baby. My sister took this photo with her phone.
As a diversion from all the oppressive news-
September 23, 2025 at 9:59 PM
As a diversion from all the oppressive news-
After selling my books at the Fantasy Forum, I participated in my first ‘Paint and Sip’ workshop and had a blast. The full session took about 3 hours but was booked solid. Highly recommend if you get the chance.
September 21, 2025 at 11:41 PM
After selling my books at the Fantasy Forum, I participated in my first ‘Paint and Sip’ workshop and had a blast. The full session took about 3 hours but was booked solid. Highly recommend if you get the chance.
Walking around my backyard this early evening and all I can think of is ….You know. #autumndreams #autumnanticipation. #almostsweaterweather #itscoming
August 31, 2025 at 10:35 PM
Walking around my backyard this early evening and all I can think of is ….You know. #autumndreams #autumnanticipation. #almostsweaterweather #itscoming
Been feeling the struggle marketing my Witch’s Foundling series recently. Ah, the life of an Indie Author.
August 27, 2025 at 11:40 PM
Been feeling the struggle marketing my Witch’s Foundling series recently. Ah, the life of an Indie Author.
A redux of a previous post explaining my prefered genre, Gaslamp Fantasy. Decided to update it as I’m better with Canva nowadays. #gaslampfantasybooks #supernaturalhistoricalfantasy #gothicfantasybooks #indieauthor
August 21, 2025 at 10:49 PM
A redux of a previous post explaining my prefered genre, Gaslamp Fantasy. Decided to update it as I’m better with Canva nowadays. #gaslampfantasybooks #supernaturalhistoricalfantasy #gothicfantasybooks #indieauthor
When you need to let go and -
August 17, 2025 at 5:29 PM
When you need to let go and -
This 19th century poem by Edwin Markham resurfaced in my memory recently. Given the state of the world and all.
August 12, 2025 at 10:57 PM
This 19th century poem by Edwin Markham resurfaced in my memory recently. Given the state of the world and all.
I feel like I should make a sticker of this.
August 6, 2025 at 11:48 PM
I feel like I should make a sticker of this.
Writing and reading today. Maybe a little crafting. At least as much as my cat lets me.
August 4, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Writing and reading today. Maybe a little crafting. At least as much as my cat lets me.
Been there. One thing to remember: that voice in your head tearing you down, is a liar. Let the darkness become a blanket that you can gently and decidedly set aside when it is time. And because of the trend:
August 1, 2025 at 11:39 PM
Been there. One thing to remember: that voice in your head tearing you down, is a liar. Let the darkness become a blanket that you can gently and decidedly set aside when it is time. And because of the trend:
As I continue with my current WIP, I continue to push The Witch’s Foundling series, my Gaslamp Fantasy. That means book signings and book fairs like this one. Looks like a fun time.
July 31, 2025 at 12:31 AM
As I continue with my current WIP, I continue to push The Witch’s Foundling series, my Gaslamp Fantasy. That means book signings and book fairs like this one. Looks like a fun time.
Words we need to insert in our conversations.
July 23, 2025 at 12:06 AM
Words we need to insert in our conversations.
Are my books “spicy”? Kinda?
July 22, 2025 at 12:49 AM
Are my books “spicy”? Kinda?
Been wondering whether my Witch’s Foundling series is a Fantasy Romance or a Romantic Fantasy. I think the answer is - yes.
July 14, 2025 at 11:35 PM
Been wondering whether my Witch’s Foundling series is a Fantasy Romance or a Romantic Fantasy. I think the answer is - yes.
I’m participating in my first book box with Club Fantamance🇨🇦 You can find out how to order on those other big apps IN and T*k T*k. Indie authors from all over the world are taking part. It’s awesome!
July 8, 2025 at 11:18 PM
I’m participating in my first book box with Club Fantamance🇨🇦 You can find out how to order on those other big apps IN and T*k T*k. Indie authors from all over the world are taking part. It’s awesome!
My “If you like A or B, then you might like my Gaslamp Fantasy series” vibes post.
July 7, 2025 at 11:32 PM
My “If you like A or B, then you might like my Gaslamp Fantasy series” vibes post.
The story of how I came up with the title for my Witch’s foundling series.
July 6, 2025 at 11:29 PM
The story of how I came up with the title for my Witch’s foundling series.
As I struggle to get reviews for my Witch’s Foundling series, I did receive one that helped make things feel better.
June 19, 2025 at 7:58 PM
As I struggle to get reviews for my Witch’s Foundling series, I did receive one that helped make things feel better.