Spotlight Indie
@spotlightindie.bsky.social
Celebrating indie writing and art. We're all about connection, creativity and community. Videos, reviews & regular events for indies. www.spotlightindie.co.uk. Our team: @hollytinsl3y.bsky.social @frasierarmitage.bsky.social @alexsbradshaw.bsky.social
Want to spend some time writing with an awesome bunch of indie authors this weekend? We're hosting another live write-a-long on our Youtube channel on 30th Nov. Come join us and some indie author guests for a relaxed, fun, no pressure writing session! #writingcommunity #indieauthors #writerlife
November 24, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Want to spend some time writing with an awesome bunch of indie authors this weekend? We're hosting another live write-a-long on our Youtube channel on 30th Nov. Come join us and some indie author guests for a relaxed, fun, no pressure writing session! #writingcommunity #indieauthors #writerlife
It's a Spotlight Team edition of Begone! The series where we invite indie authors to battle to banish minor inconveniences to an imaginary fiery portal. Yoghurt based conspiracies! Touch screen calamities! Frasier doing a Sean Connery impression! youtu.be/e0VhyPgaWCE
November 23, 2025 at 7:00 PM
It's a Spotlight Team edition of Begone! The series where we invite indie authors to battle to banish minor inconveniences to an imaginary fiery portal. Yoghurt based conspiracies! Touch screen calamities! Frasier doing a Sean Connery impression! youtu.be/e0VhyPgaWCE
We've been a little quiet recently with events, illnesses and lots of background work taking over as we prepare for our relaunch next year. We've got lots coming up though and some very exciting changes coming soon! #BookSky #writingcommunity #indieauthors #indiebooks
November 21, 2025 at 7:00 PM
We've been a little quiet recently with events, illnesses and lots of background work taking over as we prepare for our relaunch next year. We've got lots coming up though and some very exciting changes coming soon! #BookSky #writingcommunity #indieauthors #indiebooks
Want to know what it takes to put an epic anthology together? Join @hollytinsl3y.bsky.social, @frasierarmitage.bsky.social, @adrianmgibson.bsky.social and @xuetingni.bsky.social at 3pm EST/8pm GMT for a live panel to help celebrate the launch of the Book of Spores kickstarter. tinyurl.com/42ryv8dm
November 13, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Want to know what it takes to put an epic anthology together? Join @hollytinsl3y.bsky.social, @frasierarmitage.bsky.social, @adrianmgibson.bsky.social and @xuetingni.bsky.social at 3pm EST/8pm GMT for a live panel to help celebrate the launch of the Book of Spores kickstarter. tinyurl.com/42ryv8dm
Coming up: We're excited to be hosting a special livestream on 16th November (3pm EST/8pm GMT) to help celebrate the launch of The Book of Spores Kickstarter - with @frasierarmitage.bsky.social, @adrianmgibson.bsky.social, @eleni-argyro.bsky.social and @xuetingni.bsky.social tinyurl.com/4jww8zav
November 11, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Coming up: We're excited to be hosting a special livestream on 16th November (3pm EST/8pm GMT) to help celebrate the launch of The Book of Spores Kickstarter - with @frasierarmitage.bsky.social, @adrianmgibson.bsky.social, @eleni-argyro.bsky.social and @xuetingni.bsky.social tinyurl.com/4jww8zav
Part two of our chat with @scrimscribes.bsky.social is live now! This time, we're talking about how to get over the fear of passing your manuscript onto others to read. You can find the video right here, right now! youtu.be/Xn52o3PlNUY
November 9, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Part two of our chat with @scrimscribes.bsky.social is live now! This time, we're talking about how to get over the fear of passing your manuscript onto others to read. You can find the video right here, right now! youtu.be/Xn52o3PlNUY
It's Sunday video time! This weekend, Frasier and Alex got to chat with the extremely talented @scrimscribes.bsky.social about all things writing, fantasy and indie experience. The video is live now and ready to watch right here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=V03O...
November 2, 2025 at 8:00 PM
It's Sunday video time! This weekend, Frasier and Alex got to chat with the extremely talented @scrimscribes.bsky.social about all things writing, fantasy and indie experience. The video is live now and ready to watch right here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=V03O...
COVER REVEAL: COVER REVEAL: Are you ready to be infected? We are excited to reveal the cover for The Book of Spores Anthology created by some of the authors and creatives of Fan Fi Addict and @sffaddictspod.bsky.social. Keep an eye out for more spore updates soon! spotlightindie.co.uk?p=2152
October 23, 2025 at 3:03 PM
COVER REVEAL: COVER REVEAL: Are you ready to be infected? We are excited to reveal the cover for The Book of Spores Anthology created by some of the authors and creatives of Fan Fi Addict and @sffaddictspod.bsky.social. Keep an eye out for more spore updates soon! spotlightindie.co.uk?p=2152
It's Sunday! That means a new video on Spotlight Indie and it's a first for us as Spotlight team member and now brand new co-host Amber joins Frasier to chat with author @theengineer.bsky.social! Watch it here: YouTube vid In Conversation with: youtu.be/chzleMWNZCk
October 19, 2025 at 9:35 PM
It's Sunday! That means a new video on Spotlight Indie and it's a first for us as Spotlight team member and now brand new co-host Amber joins Frasier to chat with author @theengineer.bsky.social! Watch it here: YouTube vid In Conversation with: youtu.be/chzleMWNZCk
Didn't get enough beardiness last weekend? We got you covered with some extra time with the Beardsmen. Dive into the dark and devious minds of @dbrook.bsky.social, @tombookbeard.bsky.social and @davidtlist.bsky.social. With special mentions for @charliecav.bsky.social. youtu.be/jaCSzeF55t4 #BookSky
October 12, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Didn't get enough beardiness last weekend? We got you covered with some extra time with the Beardsmen. Dive into the dark and devious minds of @dbrook.bsky.social, @tombookbeard.bsky.social and @davidtlist.bsky.social. With special mentions for @charliecav.bsky.social. youtu.be/jaCSzeF55t4 #BookSky
If you're feeling deflated now our big indie weekend is over, we've got just the thing - we're back this Sunday with some dice-rolling bonus beardy content. Extra time with 3 out of 4 Beardsmen of the Bookpocalypse lands Sunday night! #indieauthor #indiebooks #writingcommunity
October 8, 2025 at 12:00 PM
If you're feeling deflated now our big indie weekend is over, we've got just the thing - we're back this Sunday with some dice-rolling bonus beardy content. Extra time with 3 out of 4 Beardsmen of the Bookpocalypse lands Sunday night! #indieauthor #indiebooks #writingcommunity
Our Big Indie Weekend comes to a close! We hope you've had as much fun as us! We want to say a massive thankyou, not only to our guests, but to everyone who has joined in, showed up, shared, liked and helped us over the last 12 months. It's been a blast - long may it continue!
October 5, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Our Big Indie Weekend comes to a close! We hope you've had as much fun as us! We want to say a massive thankyou, not only to our guests, but to everyone who has joined in, showed up, shared, liked and helped us over the last 12 months. It's been a blast - long may it continue!
We go live in 15 mins! Come join us and our fantastic guests to wrap up our big weekend I'm style!
October 5, 2025 at 7:47 PM
We go live in 15 mins! Come join us and our fantastic guests to wrap up our big weekend I'm style!
Our Big Indie Weekend is nearly over, but before we wrap up, we're inviting some friends over to celebrate one year of Spotlight Indie. Join Holly and Frasier, plus @thomashowardriley.bsky.social, @alethearlyons.bsky.social and @tdevens.bsky.social at 9pm! youtube.com/live/glKdXsC...
October 5, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Our Big Indie Weekend is nearly over, but before we wrap up, we're inviting some friends over to celebrate one year of Spotlight Indie. Join Holly and Frasier, plus @thomashowardriley.bsky.social, @alethearlyons.bsky.social and @tdevens.bsky.social at 9pm! youtube.com/live/glKdXsC...
WATCH NOW: 'Only Rich People Write Books, Right?' discusses the myths and realities of covering the costs of publishing, with budgeting advice for indie authors from @simonkewin.co.uk, @llmacrae.bsky.social and @timhardieauthor.bsky.social #writingcommunity #authorevents youtu.be/TPklgIoevgw
October 5, 2025 at 2:01 PM
WATCH NOW: 'Only Rich People Write Books, Right?' discusses the myths and realities of covering the costs of publishing, with budgeting advice for indie authors from @simonkewin.co.uk, @llmacrae.bsky.social and @timhardieauthor.bsky.social #writingcommunity #authorevents youtu.be/TPklgIoevgw
WATCH NOW: Can any creature challenge the dragon for dominance in fantasy fiction? @hannafordjenny.bsky.social, @jordanloyalshort.bsky.social, @emmaladams12.bsky.social and @llmacrae.bsky.social fight it out, tooth and claw, to find out! youtu.be/GY8ZEucMfsM #writingcommunity #indiebooks
October 5, 2025 at 12:01 PM
WATCH NOW: Can any creature challenge the dragon for dominance in fantasy fiction? @hannafordjenny.bsky.social, @jordanloyalshort.bsky.social, @emmaladams12.bsky.social and @llmacrae.bsky.social fight it out, tooth and claw, to find out! youtu.be/GY8ZEucMfsM #writingcommunity #indiebooks
Are you ready for the greatest crossover in podcast history? Spotlight's Frasier Armitage takes on 3 of the beardsmen of bookpocalypse in the ultimate indie fan showdown. There may be tears. There may be blood. There will definitely be beards. Live at 7pm! youtube.com/live/TjiFVzn...
October 5, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Are you ready for the greatest crossover in podcast history? Spotlight's Frasier Armitage takes on 3 of the beardsmen of bookpocalypse in the ultimate indie fan showdown. There may be tears. There may be blood. There will definitely be beards. Live at 7pm! youtube.com/live/TjiFVzn...
Day 3 of our Big Indie Weekend and here's what's coming up today ⬇️
1pm: PANEL: The Legacy of Dragons
3pm: PANEL: Only Rich People Write Books, Right?
7pm: PANEL: Four Beardsmen of Spotlight Indie
9pm: LIVE Indie Author Summer Party
1pm: PANEL: The Legacy of Dragons
3pm: PANEL: Only Rich People Write Books, Right?
7pm: PANEL: Four Beardsmen of Spotlight Indie
9pm: LIVE Indie Author Summer Party
October 5, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Day 3 of our Big Indie Weekend and here's what's coming up today ⬇️
1pm: PANEL: The Legacy of Dragons
3pm: PANEL: Only Rich People Write Books, Right?
7pm: PANEL: Four Beardsmen of Spotlight Indie
9pm: LIVE Indie Author Summer Party
1pm: PANEL: The Legacy of Dragons
3pm: PANEL: Only Rich People Write Books, Right?
7pm: PANEL: Four Beardsmen of Spotlight Indie
9pm: LIVE Indie Author Summer Party
That's all folks! Day two is in the bag! We hope you're enjoying our Big Indie Weekend as much as we are - you can check out all of today's panels and giveaways in our feed. Thanks again to everyone who's been joining in! We'll be back tomorrow with more epic indies! #writingcommunity #indiebooks
October 4, 2025 at 9:30 PM
That's all folks! Day two is in the bag! We hope you're enjoying our Big Indie Weekend as much as we are - you can check out all of today's panels and giveaways in our feed. Thanks again to everyone who's been joining in! We'll be back tomorrow with more epic indies! #writingcommunity #indiebooks
The indie community is stronger together - supporting, celebrating and uplifting each other. Join us for 'Building a Platform' at 9pm BST - with @hollytinsl3y.bsky.social, @krystlematar.bsky.social, @adrianmgibson.bsky.social and @danielecoolbaugh.bsky.social. youtube.com/live/a0A5mvQ...
October 4, 2025 at 5:30 PM
The indie community is stronger together - supporting, celebrating and uplifting each other. Join us for 'Building a Platform' at 9pm BST - with @hollytinsl3y.bsky.social, @krystlematar.bsky.social, @adrianmgibson.bsky.social and @danielecoolbaugh.bsky.social. youtube.com/live/a0A5mvQ...
WATCH NOW: The incredible @emilyinkpen.bsky.social and Chris Gregory of @storiesalt.bsky.social were kind enough to record this workshop on writing for audio for our big weekend, and it's chock full of great advice and insights to get you started! #writingcommunity #audiowriting
October 4, 2025 at 4:01 PM
WATCH NOW: The incredible @emilyinkpen.bsky.social and Chris Gregory of @storiesalt.bsky.social were kind enough to record this workshop on writing for audio for our big weekend, and it's chock full of great advice and insights to get you started! #writingcommunity #audiowriting
Behind every successful author is great team. Join us live at 7pm for Assembling the A-Team - as we discuss building a book team with @dbrook.bsky.social, @rjbayley.bsky.social, @edcrockerbooks.bsky.social and @arettger22.bsky.social. youtube.com/live/7ZbbTjm... #writingcommunity #indieauthors
October 4, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Behind every successful author is great team. Join us live at 7pm for Assembling the A-Team - as we discuss building a book team with @dbrook.bsky.social, @rjbayley.bsky.social, @edcrockerbooks.bsky.social and @arettger22.bsky.social. youtube.com/live/7ZbbTjm... #writingcommunity #indieauthors
WATCH NOW: The Fusion of Fiction and History - with @stephenaryan.bsky.social, @philspeculates.bsky.social, @plstuart-author.bsky.social & @philipchase90.bsky.social. Fiction, folklore & historical influence - are you ready to 'dance between the raindrops of history'? #BookSky youtu.be/rKFda1V0wVo
October 4, 2025 at 2:02 PM
WATCH NOW: The Fusion of Fiction and History - with @stephenaryan.bsky.social, @philspeculates.bsky.social, @plstuart-author.bsky.social & @philipchase90.bsky.social. Fiction, folklore & historical influence - are you ready to 'dance between the raindrops of history'? #BookSky youtu.be/rKFda1V0wVo
We've got a giveaway courtesy of the fabulous @emilyinkpen.bsky.social, and it's simple to enter! All you have to do is follow us on any of our social media accounts and comment below. The winner will be announced during our Indie Author Summer Party panel on Sun 5th Oct. #bookgiveaway
October 4, 2025 at 1:01 PM
We've got a giveaway courtesy of the fabulous @emilyinkpen.bsky.social, and it's simple to enter! All you have to do is follow us on any of our social media accounts and comment below. The winner will be announced during our Indie Author Summer Party panel on Sun 5th Oct. #bookgiveaway
It's time for an epic giveaway! To be in with a chance of winning the complete Dragon Spirit's trilogy by LL MacRae, please comment below with your favourite fictional creature companion. The winner will be announced at our Indie Author Summer Party at 9pm on Sunday 5th Oct. #bookgiveaway
October 4, 2025 at 10:01 AM
It's time for an epic giveaway! To be in with a chance of winning the complete Dragon Spirit's trilogy by LL MacRae, please comment below with your favourite fictional creature companion. The winner will be announced at our Indie Author Summer Party at 9pm on Sunday 5th Oct. #bookgiveaway