Betty Fall
@meathoneys.bsky.social
Black nb writer and media analyst with a fixation on genre fiction, especially horror and SF. Lifelong learner. Blog Editor at The Coachella Review, Fiction Editor @khoreo.bsky.social.
We will be open again for submissions by immigrant and diaspora writers from November 1 to November 30 🍁 We are open to short stories under 5,000 words; translations under 3,500 words from any language into English; and flash fiction under 1,500 words. Accepted stories are paid USD$0.10/word.
For Native American Heritage Month, I chose 20 essential nonfiction books for folks looking to learn more about NDN Country. I chose these books because they're a good place to start learning about the vast realities and histories of Native communities. redpopnews.com/from-wounded...
From Wounded Knee to Chuck E. Cheese, 20 Essential Reads for Native American Heritage Month
Native American Heritage Month is here, and so is your reading list. I've spent a lot of time thinking about what books I would suggest to people looking to learn more about NDN Country, especially no...
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Horror writers are like "If I can make just one person deeply upset, it will all be worth it."
#BIPOC, #LGBTQIA+, or #neurodivergent authors: Are you looking for a proofreader or copyeditor? 🙋🏾♀️ I have 3 COPYEDITING or PROOFREADING SLOTS LEFT for 2026. I offer FREE sample edits and exploratory calls! ALSO: My books are now open for 2027! #bookeditor #bvm #fantasy #romance #romantasy
Two college students watch a movie. (r|f).p.f. by citrusfriend chapter 1: from tg&y this is a story about real people start: archiveofourown.org/works/951573...
Alright. I'm going to ask this broadly in hopes of seeing if I can get lucky with this ask. Are there any bookstores/book store owners on here whose stores are willing to carry sapphic science fiction/dystopia stories from a trans femme author? Building my base, but want to be in more than Ohio.
the only non-negotiable for writing is you have to read. doesn't matter if you're writing comics, prose, screenplays. read. read books, articles, scripts, comics. fiction and non-fiction. read lots of 'em and never stop reading.
NEW CALLOUT ALERT! We are seeking Indonesian speculative fiction in Bahasa Indonesia and English for publication in khōréō’s Volume 7 in 2027. The callout is open from now until November 5, 2026, details on our website: www.khoreomag.com/submissions-...
I just wrote a paranormal story in the form of a fictional forum thread! A young woman discovers a video captured from inside a recurring dream. Read here: suricrasia.online/unfiction/sp...
From animal conscription that satirizes the surveillance state, to soft power parlayed through food, to body-hopping as survival and rebellion, our Revolution-themed issue is live! Head to our website to buy a copy and read the latest issue: www.khoreomag.com/product/volu...
You should read this. I've known the history of "zombies" for a while now. I've shared it. I'm not consistent. I pick my battles. And I've always felt this intense shame when I go along with a convo. It is this near total appropriation of Haitian culture. Leaving almost nothing behind.
‘An embodiment of white fears’: how zombies went from Haitian spiritual tradition to Hollywood monsters
Maya Annik Bedward’s fascinating new documentary goes beyond reductive imagery to place the zombie and vodou in their true historical context
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I'm putting the call out for upcoming speculative fiction for both adult and YA for the rest of 2026 and into 2027. Only trad pub for this call unfortch, but small press strongly encouraged and marginalized stories even more encouraged. What should go on my radar? bookjockeyalex.com/contact/
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For presentations, freelance writing, panels, and other work, please provide a brief description of the activity, potential dates, potential pay, and any other information you feel is relevant. I&#…
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Ravenous Is a Worker-Owned Food Culture Publication
For too long, food media has felt toothless. Help us take a bite out of it.
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Ravenous@weareravenous.com · 3mo agoA Chicago chef and his wife were on his way to the World Cup. Then ICE detained them at the airport. Read @shokdiesel.bsky.social's reporting on how this respected industry pro is reimagining his future from inside the walls of a Louisiana detention center. www.weareravenous.com/ice-raid-la-...
Concept art by Nizo Yamamoto for Little Nemo: Adventures in Slumberland (1989), dir. Masami Hata and William Hurtz, TMS
this meme genuinely snapped me out of a funk and made me feel better…. Thank you dog in beautiful river of life that keeps moving
This needs quite a bit of signatures and you can just be a comic reader to sign it. You ever read Hellboy and want to help the next generation of creators make their Hellboy, this is the kinda stuff we got to do to ensure that. Sick of seeing corp mindsets destroy creative life’s into nothingness
Jimmy Presler 🐴@jimmypresler.bsky.social · 3mo agoSign this petition to show your support for keeping Senior Editors in the Dark Horse Workers Union. actionnetwork.org/petitions/dh...
100 favourite short horror stories, in no particular order, with a description and where to find them / where i read them. Thanks to @oldnick42.bsky.social for the idea. docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
100 Favourite Short Horror Stories
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🌄 Star Stags 🌌 I was very inspired by the Tuva Republic petroglyphs, two of the little stag depictions are copies (first two, top left) while the rest are my own drawings. I'm very keen on getting this design printed on tote bags if there was interest! :)
OMGGGG -- I'm not applying for this (because my body is a sad sugarcube dissolving in a cup of tea, among other reasons) but if you can apply you should apply and if you get in you SHOULD GO www.banffcentre.ca/programs/lit...
Futurisms Intensive Writing Residency 2027
This residency supports writers exploring potential futures, perspectives, and narratives.
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had this pulled up for my freelancing guide how topical indeed
Brielle 💖@briellebear.bsky.social · 4mo agoI really hate the “I don’t owe anyone anything” mentality because we actually owe each other and this planet a lot. You don’t have to be selfless all the time or burn yourself out but you should be kind and helpful and compassionate to the best of your ability. We need to care about each other more
CALL FOR AUTHORS! I am putting together a Bookstore Romance Day virtual panel event focusing on Historical Romance Beyond the Regency. If you are or if you know someone who writes Historical Romance that is *not* set in Regency England, reply or DM if interested in joining us.
They've Been and They've Killed Me in acryla gouache
Le Guin on the idea that there is a secret to getting good at writing.
Submissions are opening today! We are seeking speculative fiction by immigrant/diaspora writers for upcoming issues. Open to short stories under 5,000 words; translations under 3,500 words from any language into English; and flash fiction under 1,500 words. Accepted stories are paid USD$0.10/word.
We’re just over 50% funded and there’s only 9 days left to go. Help us get across the finish line and publish another year of immigrant and diaspora speculative fiction!
khōréō magazine@khoreo.bsky.social · 5mo agoOur Kickstarter is live! Help support another year of speculative fiction by immigrant & diaspora writers over at @Kickstarter. 🧡 With your help, we can keep funding our work, expand to regular author interviews, raise our artist pay, & more! Support us at: www.kickstarter.com/projects/kho...
