Imagine my shock when I learned that the person who wrote that AI lovin' farticle has vested financial interest in it. Wow. What a shock.

James Bennett@jamesbennett.bsky.social · 2h ago

"Everyone uses AI." Grift. "You'll get left behind." Grift. "But you use a smartphone." Grift. "AI is here to stay." Grift. #Grift

"Everyone uses AI." Grift. "You'll get left behind." Grift. "But you use a smartphone." Grift. "AI is here to stay." Grift. #Grift

Well, I was wondering where to hike to tomorrow.

Professional writer organizations should not send out pro-AI propaganda in the form of tantrum-having "essays" to their members, and I don't think that's controversial.

Regarding The Pro-AI Tantrum In The HWA Newsletter

Today I, and every other HWA member, received the HWA newsletter in our inboxes. In that newsletter was an essay (“essay”) of pro-AI propaganda that made a number of specious points in …

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An 8-mile jaunt through the tremendous Grizedale Forest. Got thoroughly soaked, but home for tea now.

Had breakfast. Spot of editing. Then went back to bed for an hour. I can do that now. You can't stop me.

It's a modern malaise to assume that all opinions hold equal weight and must be heard. Platforms like this should only extend to worthwhile opinions, not ones that are provably harmful and false. Supporting harmful opinions is to encourage harm.

Holly Lyn Walrath@hollylynwalrath.bsky.social · 19h ago

There is a lengthy pro-AI screed in the latest HWA newsletter and it is . . . a mood.

My new book is out in the US today! 🩷🌈🍦 It’s a campy, spicy mm murder mystery about a reformed vampire and his talking cat. It is deeply queer. It is about finding joy in your existence and celebrating your people (cats included).

Generative AI psychosis and delusion is a real thing, as is the degradation of analytical skills. This increasingly makes conversations difficult with those who have "converted" to using it. Along with the clickbait-ification of everything and the adoption of predatory logarithms. Stay vigilant.

Jaws 5: No Gag Reflex.

weinberg@weinbergs.bsky.social · 7mo ago

let's pretend: Universal announces a screenwriting contest for Jaws 5. What's your pitch?

I am sure you will agree that Ben Baldwin has given us another magnificent cover for Dan Mackmain’s latest adventure. Dan and Fin are off to Ireland – a trip I know many readers have been keen to see. The Green Man’s Debt will be published by Wizard’s Tower Press on 10th September 2026. #BookSky

Hiked up to the rather spectacular Tarn Hows this afternoon. It's sooo good to have my time back again.

A 19th-century mansion is the perfect place to do so.

James Bennett@jamesbennett.bsky.social · 2d ago

The rains have come to Lakeland. I am pleased. Today is a rest up and reading day.

The rains have come to Lakeland. I am pleased. Today is a rest up and reading day.

I was living for these hand drawn maps of the Lake District 20 years ago. And I'm living for them now. ❤️

13 miles of Lakeland ambling today. Splendid.

I do like a morning with a 4,500 year old stone circle in it. 🥾 #Castlerigg

I love the north. I missed the last booking for a pub dinner, so had an ale instead. Later the guy bought out a plate from the kitchen of stuff not sold. Free of charge. No questions. They're kind up here. Similar to Spain tbh.

How I find my peace.

That author is a malignant narcissist. She gets off on cruelty and the attention it brings her. She's drunk on her role as "cultural hero". That's how I've interpreted her actions for years. It will end badly.

Sending my digital camera back too. It can't compete with my phone. I'm guessing that the bridge camera market has collapsed or something.

Your regular reminder that you can't appease a bully. You show them your belly, they'll just bully you even more. Seriously, @amnestyuk.bsky.social, on behalf of all of us, stand up to this spoiled, schoolyard beehutch, will you? Give her the bloody nose she deserves. You're letting everyone down.

Holl🌞@willows-song.bsky.social · 4d ago

This is why you dont try to compromise or concede anything to these horrors

You know, I've camped around this fell on three separate occasions, but never been up it. This morning I rectified that. 🥾 #Ambling

Still up at the crack and rushing around. You get zero time at summer school and it takes a couple of days to change gear. 🤷🏻‍♂️

Slept for England. Nice, gentle hike today. And everything s l o w i n g down, please.

So good to switch my alarm off for the first time in six weeks. Sheep, I won't be needing to count you tonight.

Hello. It's been too long.

Second leg from Manchester much less crowded. Praise Satan.

James Bennett@jamesbennett.bsky.social · 4d ago

I'd forgotten the pleasant and joyful experience of British Rail. Person opposite me has their bag under the table so there's barely room to put my feet. Other passenger hasn't stopped talking for two hours.

I'd forgotten the pleasant and joyful experience of British Rail. Person opposite me has their bag under the table so there's barely room to put my feet. Other passenger hasn't stopped talking for two hours.

Here's a day that has the Lake District in it. Squee.