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spaceysilver.bsky.social
S. J. Argent
@spaceysilver.bsky.social
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She/Her
Writer. Freedom fighter. Living in a fantasy whenever possible because who can blame me?
LGBTQIA+, 🏳️‍🌈
Currently studying a Masters Degree in Creative Writing. 👩‍🎓
Fae novel incoming. ✨
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S. J. Argent @spaceysilver.bsky.social · Nov 18
I have a few followers now I should probably post something.

Hi, I'm Skylar. I'm currently halfway through a creative writing Masters Degree and working on my first fantasy novel.

Fantasy to me is more than just an escape. It's a place where everyone can find a place and indulge in the romantic.
A red rose is shown on a black background. Above it reads the following: Keep love in your heart. A life without it is like a sunless garden when the flowers are dead. - Oscar Wilde
spaceysilver.bsky.social
Looking for some more Vampire novel recommendations.
I’m currently reading ‘Will it Hurt by Lily X’ and I’m waiting on my copy of ‘Empire of the Dawn by Jay Kristoff’.
Really want to keep the theme going.
November 16, 2025 at 8:27 PM
spaceysilver.bsky.social
Well that's it. Ya girl is ready to submit her final Master's Portfolio.
I'm waiting until Halloween to submit it as a little goth tradition (I legally changed my name on Halloween), but it's done!
#writing #university #creativewriting #writer
October 25, 2025 at 7:42 PM
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eliseswritings.bsky.social
Boosting for anyone interested in Diverse Books.
eliseswritings.bsky.social Elise (they/them)🇦🇺 @eliseswritings.bsky.social · Oct 15
I've made some new Diverse Book feeds.
-Trans & Nonbinary Books 📚💙💕
-Black Booksky 📚🖤
-Black Queer Bookworms 🌈📚🖤
-Disabled & Neurodiverse Books ♿📚

They're linked with emojis & or keywords they pick up/to put your posts on them, in this thread🧵👇

Also in thread: Queer SFFH 🌈📚🪐. Aro & or Ace Books
October 15, 2025 at 11:30 AM
spaceysilver.bsky.social
First draft of the Masters portfolio is DONE! Now comes the hard part. Edits.

#booksky #writer #novel #creativewriting
October 14, 2025 at 12:50 PM
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damianbarr.bsky.social
It’s #bookshopday and this handy starter pack has all the LGBTQIA+ book love you need!
gavreads.co.uk @gavreads @gavreads.co.uk · Oct 11
And @damianbarr.bsky.social has a Starter Pack for this very thing.
October 11, 2025 at 4:54 PM
spaceysilver.bsky.social
I don’t often post selfies on here, but I’m in love with this top, and I’m so happy with the body changes happening right now!
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#goth #alternative #lgbt #bodypositivity #tattoo #hrt #trans
A person with shoulder-length, wavy ash blonde hair and vibrant green bangs poses confidently indoors. They are wearing round glasses, a nose ring, and a necklace with a metallic pendant. Their outfit includes a black mesh top featuring an illustration of a Sphynx cat surrounded by stars, paired with loose black cargo pants with a drawstring waist. Visible tattoos adorn both arms. In the softly lit background, there is a framed abstract green and purple painting on the wall.
October 3, 2025 at 12:01 PM
spaceysilver.bsky.social
Having some bad pain days again but only 2000 words or so of my masters portfolio to go.

Then on to edits!
September 25, 2025 at 7:58 PM
spaceysilver.bsky.social
Had an amazing time at an old book fair. There were so many classics I could never afford. I think the highlight was being able to very carefully hold a book from 1518. And yes of course I had to sniff it.

#booksky #books #oldbooks #classics
September 19, 2025 at 1:19 PM
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mashashy.bsky.social
I'm not a meme lord, nor am I good at marketing, but I wrote a novel about a tortured sword waifu who'll do anything for her princess and a succubus dommy mommy who's out to reclaim her crown... You should check it out!

linktr.ee/AshHester

#BookSky #Author
Ash holding her book A Guards Request
August 28, 2025 at 10:31 PM
spaceysilver.bsky.social
The reason I left BlueSky for a while was my mental health tanked. I took sick leave for stress, and just stopped writing. I felt there was no point being here if I had nothing to talk about.

I'm back at work now. It's become very toxic, and it's not ok. But I'm writing. And I'm here.
#mentalhealth
September 18, 2025 at 8:28 AM
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bookspotlight.bsky.social
🗡️ fantasy novella
⚰️ accidental reawakening of dead immortals
🏹 gallant knights
👑 evil kingdom 🤝 evil queendom
🌲 enchanted plants and forests
🥀 romance and friendship

🔖 link: mybook.to/mUVTmR
💌 itch.io: rebecca-crunden.itch.io/a-light-for-...
📖 gr: www.goodreads.com/book/show/23...
Ebook cover for ‘A Light for the Dead to Follow’ by Rebecca Crunden. Cover image is of a skull surrounded by red-pink flowers. There are vines at the top beside the title. The title font is black and maroon, the name font is white.
September 17, 2025 at 1:38 PM
spaceysilver.bsky.social
This book is incredible. This isn't just a vampire novel, @stgibson.bsky.social gave a love letter to anyone who has been or is trapped by domestic abuse.
It says you are seen. You are loved. And that no matter what, you can heal.
Thank you for this gift. x
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#BookSky #books #vampire #gothic #love
The image shows the cover of a book titled "A Dowry of Blood" by S.T. Gibson. Details on the cover: It is labeled as a The Sunday Times Bestseller. The design is gothic and elegant, with a black background, red floral embellishments, and a portrait of a woman in period clothing (a red off-shoulder dress and pearl necklace). The woman's eyes are obscured by a red lace-like band, enhancing the dark and mysterious tone. The title "A Dowry of Blood" has two interlocking red rings forming the "OO" in "BLOOD." A quote at the bottom from Alexis Henderson describes the book as "Thrilling and seductive."
September 17, 2025 at 2:19 PM
spaceysilver.bsky.social
Oh fine. I twisted my arm. x
bloomsburybooksus.bsky.social Bloomsbury Books US @bloomsburybooksus.bsky.social · Sep 16
Happy #pubday to AMONG THE BURNING FLOWERS by @samanthashannon.bsky.social!

A stunning standalone legend to the New York Times bestselling fantasy series, bridging the events of A Day of Fallen Night and The Priory of the Orange Tree.

Take your first steps into the epic.
geni.us/amongtheburn...
With the awakening of fire-breathing dragons, Among the Burning Flowers sees the first sparks of danger that threaten to consume the world in The Priory of the Orange Tree.
Order now:
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September 17, 2025 at 12:46 PM
spaceysilver.bsky.social
My amazing fiancé painted my favourite flower for me. It now has pride of place on our lounge wall. I adore foxgloves and I adore her. x
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#painting #plants #flowers #foxglove #poisonous #love #art
A framed painting of purple foxglove flowers against a green background. The main flower spike is prominently centered, with smaller foxglove spikes in the background. The green backdrop has vertical drips of paint, giving it a textured and abstract forest-like effect. The frame is metallic gold with a white matting. A painting of tall purple foxglove flowers set against a green background. The central foxglove spike is large and detailed, surrounded by two smaller spikes on either side. The background features vertical green paint drips, creating an abstract forest-like effect. The artist's signature "S Gregory" appears in the bottom right corner.
September 17, 2025 at 11:35 AM
spaceysilver.bsky.social
*slowly crawls out of a pile of blankets, empty coffee cups and books*

I’m still around I promise! I realise I haven’t been on here for a long time, but I really want to get back to it as this app has been one of the best support networks for me as a writer.

I missed you all!

#writer #author
The image shows a humorous cartoon depicting a writer's struggle. The writer, shown as a simple stick figure, is standing on one side of a large gap, labeled "The thousands of words I’ve written so far." The other side of the gap is labeled "That one scene I’m trying to get to that inspired this whole thing." The writer is looking across the gap at the scene, symbolizing the challenge of connecting all their writing to the key plot point they are striving to reach. The plot itself is represented by an arrow pointing to the scene.
September 17, 2025 at 11:05 AM
spaceysilver.bsky.social
Assignment time. Can you tell I’m writing horror?
A stack of seven books is placed on a dark wooden surface in front of a computer monitor with a YouTube video playing. The books are stacked with their spines facing outward, showing their titles and authors. The books in the stack are: 1. *She’s Always Hungry* by Eliza Clark (red cover with bold white and black text). 2. *Tender Is the Flesh* by Agustina Bazterrica (black and red cover). 3. *Tales of Mystery & Imagination* by Edgar Allan Poe (dark cover with white and blue text). 4. *First You Write a Sentence.* by Joe Moran (white and orange spine). 5. *The Spirit Bares Its Teeth* by Andrew Joseph White (purple and black cover with floral elements). 6. *Bunny* by Mona Awad (bright pink cover with yellow text and an illustration of a rabbit). The books appear to be a mix of horror, gothic literature, writing advice, and surreal fiction. In the background, a Nintendo Switch console with blue and red Joy-Con controllers is partially visible behind the stack.
March 1, 2025 at 1:05 PM
spaceysilver.bsky.social
Entering my big hair era.
A person with light skin, round glasses, and a septum piercing takes a close-up selfie indoors. They have voluminous, frizzy blonde hair with green bangs. They wear a black, semi-sheer, star-patterned top with a deep neckline and a silver pendant necklace. Their makeup includes winged eyeliner. Their expression is neutral with a slight hint of a smile, and they are looking directly at the camera. The background is slightly blurred, showing a wooden door and a white wall.
February 28, 2025 at 9:40 PM
spaceysilver.bsky.social
I'm really enjoying this so far. The cover is absolutely gorgeous.
The book cover for *A Touch of Darkness* by Scarlett St. Clair features an intricate design with gold ornamental vines weaving across a dark background. Among the vines, vibrant purple and blue flowers bloom, adding a touch of color and elegance. The title is displayed in bold white capital letters, partially entwined with the floral elements. Above the title, a tagline reads: "As she struggles to sow the seeds of her freedom, love for the God of the Dead grows—and it's forbidden." The author's name appears below the title in white text, along with the note "Hades x Persephone," indicating a retelling of the mythological love story.
February 22, 2025 at 11:24 PM
spaceysilver.bsky.social
Excited to spend the whole day working on my craft.

#writing
A presentation slide projected onto a white screen in a conference room. The slide has a blue background with red and white text that reads, "HOW TO WRITE A BESTSELLING THRILLER with author Philippa East." Below the screen, a table covered with a white cloth holds a remote control and a yellow highlighter. In the foreground, a red upholstered chair with a dark coat draped over it is visible. The room has a white ceiling with fluorescent lighting and beige walls.
February 15, 2025 at 9:27 AM
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bexbookaholic.bsky.social
Life is that thing that gets in the way when all you want to do is read
February 4, 2025 at 1:49 PM
spaceysilver.bsky.social
I've been reading so much body horror recently that I just wrote a Hansel and Gretel re-telling where Hansel eats himself.
February 4, 2025 at 1:44 PM
spaceysilver.bsky.social
Just finished running the final session of Hunter: The Reckoning.

A very intense finale with some great story moments. Its a great tool for anyone who wants to work on world-building, character depth and just writing on the fly.

I need a drink.

#ttrpg #rpg #worldofdarkness
February 2, 2025 at 11:34 PM
spaceysilver.bsky.social
My new Box of Stories parcel arrived! Looking forward to a cosy evening with these.

#booksky
Two fantasy books are placed on a green surface. The book on the left is *The Bone Roots* by Gabriela Houston, featuring a black cover with an intricate green border and an illustration of a tree with twisted roots, adorned with circular symbols and a small red heart. The book on the right is *March's End* by Daniel Polansky, with a dark cover displaying an ornate mirror reflecting an eerie throne surrounded by chains. Both books have a gothic, mystical aesthetic.
February 1, 2025 at 12:17 PM
spaceysilver.bsky.social
For anyone out there who needs a little help starting on their TBR pile.

www.scottishbooktrust.com/articles/jan...
Januread 2025: Restarting the reading habit
Professor Sarah McGeown shares four great ideas to help you rekindle a love for reading in 2025.
www.scottishbooktrust.com
January 31, 2025 at 12:31 PM
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drdragases.bsky.social
The entire (!) Ancient History branch of Cardiff University is threatened to be axed. There are very dear colleagues working there. They do outstanding work. Please consider signing and sharing this petition to save them.
Sign the Petition
Save Cardiff University Ancient History Degree
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January 31, 2025 at 9:52 AM