Art is an essential form of creation and rebellion. I enjoyed this presentation and I think it'll resonate with y'all too. I touched upon the importance of creation in my last article at scrivthebard.com, but this topic deserves a deep-dive. youtu.be/CDs2d3dJtYk?...

The Case for Making Art When the World Is on Fire | Amie McNee | TED

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🩸CALPINI is officially released! If you missed the campaign you can now purchase it physically and digitally on our store. 🩸 Journey through the corrupted temple and see if you can survive long enough to uncover the mystery of the corrupted Priestess. #ttrpg #morkborg shorturl.at/Br154

Are you a TTRPG self-publisher going to #PaxU? Meet other creators + have a common spot to say hi to friends at the TTRPG Self Pub Meet Up hosted by TTRPGkids! Let me know if you'll be there, and I'm looking forward to seeing you at @officialpax.bsky.social!

First post in ages. This one has been in draft for a quite a long time... Hope y'all enjoy it 💜 scrivthebard.com/2025/11/14/s...

Safeguarding the Spark

Alternate title: “That time I struggled to find my creativity when I was so burnt out by the state of the world/life events outside of my control/normal daily stressors that all I could do wa…

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Slowly but surely getting the channel & overlays stream-ready!! I'll be easing back into things with some Chill Creation next Tues @ 1830GMT/ 1330 EST! Hit follow on twitch if you want to join in...and don't forget your cozy snacks 😋 m.twitch.tv/scrivthebard...

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Twitch is the world

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Planning for @jinglejam.co.uk is in full swing!! I'll once again be raising money for @becomecharity.org.uk and @warchilduk.bsky.social, from 1-14 Dec. The full program will be released soon, but get ready for games, coziness, and brand new adventures! Now to choose some tea for the occasion 🤔

We're so glad to welcome @becomecharity.org.uk to Jingle Jam for the very first time. Become exists to help every child and young person with experience of the care system in England to get the support they need and deserve.

The countdown to Scribbler Hug 2025 begins! I'm very excited to once again be partnering with Become UK for their big community Jingle Jam event! Catch me and other amazing "Become Players" from 1-14 December. If you'd like to join the community, sign up here: share.google/htoMtjBHnYAW...

Jingle Jam - Become

Bring your community together over 1-14 December and game for care-experienced young people at Jingle Jam 2025.

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Ever go back and read something you wrote...and actually still love it?? 😲 Anyhoo, Bard RPG is still selling over at IPR! 💜 www.indiepressrevolution.com/xcart/Bard-R...

LOL. Remember this? Yeah...we never went back to the US. We're setting our roots down in the EU 🐸 🇪🇺

Scriv The Bard@scrivthebard.bsky.social · 2y ago

The dayjob is relocating us to the US... ...my non-American partner's visa was denied under dubious circumstances. We're working through some options now but, I might be looking for new employment soon and it sure as hell won't be in the U.S. Shiiiiiit.

One bright spark of inspiration was a message from the lovely Will from Become UK (longtime charity partner). I'm honored to be supporting their big Jingle Jam charity event this year, from 1-14 Dec🎄 I'll be writing a brand adventure just for the occasion! Event details coming soon 💜

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Time to resurface again 💜 I very nearly deleted all my social media, utterly burnt out for reasons I hope I'll be able to share soon. With the current state of the world, it's easy to lose the inspiration to create. But now, I'm eager to reconnect with you lovely souls. Anyone fancy a group hug?

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Indie #ttrpgs donated to my local library this morning include Animon Story by @zakbfree.bsky.social, Wyrmlings by @lonecolossusgames.bsky.social, The Geologist’s Primer by @doubleproficiency.com, Bard RPG by @scrivthebard.bsky.social, and Kids on Brooms by @huntersent.bsky.social.

DELTARUNE DELTARUNE DELTARUNE ...yes, I am breaking my silence to shout this to the expanse because I am THAT HYPED.

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SCRIBBLERS!!! If you haven't backed InfiniBrix yet, what are you even doin'? This game has been a long time in the making and I cannot WAIT to play it with baby bardling one day. LET'S MAKE IT HAPPEN!! InfiniBrix: Dream it, Build it, PLAY it!, via @Kickstarter www.kickstarter.com/projects/sta...

InfiniBrix: Dream it, Build it, PLAY it!

Bring your toys to life in an action-packed, Saturday morning cartoon world of heroes, portals, and epic battle!

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Ran Michael's upcoming building block game Infinibrix yesterday. Watching adults turn into kids again is spectacularly fun, especially when they hit the exploding dice mechanics! www.luckoflegends.com/infinibrix

InfiniBrix! | Luck of Legends

The story game for all ages that brings construction bricks to life!

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Serious FOMO over missing InfiniBrix at SXSWedu!! If you're heading out there in March, be sure to check it out! This one's going to be a total game-changer 👀

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Super hyped to play @luckoflegends.bsky.social's Infinibrix at SXSWedu this March. Check it out! www.luckoflegends.com/infinibrix

I didn't tag @wranglerofchaos.bsky.social in my previous post because I couldn't find the tag T_T BUT CHECK OUT THE ZINE ANYWAY SCRIBBLERS!!

Jaclyn Lewis@wranglerofchaos.bsky.social · 2y ago

Check out how spiffy she made the KS page (and maybe join as a backer if you haven't!) www.kickstarter.com/projects/jan...

Y'ALL LIKE WORLDBUILDING?? @tatteredbear.bsky.social fam Jaclyn launched their zine & it's smashing through stretch goals! I've had the honor of working with Jaclyn on this guide & the way queer identity is explored through worldbuilding is just *chef's kiss* www.kickstarter.com/projects/jan...

Imagine Queer Worlds

A Thoughtful Guide to Inclusive Worldbuilding

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A thread explaining this fucked up situation and our need for additional help. Need at least £600 I know it's a lot, I'm so sorry #MutualAid #Urgent #MutualAidRequest #HelpSky #HelpFolksLive2025 #Disabled #DisabilitySky 💸💕 ♿️

Pay Bethany Kirkham using PayPal.Me

Go to paypal.me/itberiley and type in the amount. Since it’s PayPal, it's easy and secure. Don’t have a PayPal account? No worries.

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🏳️‍🌈 ItBeRiley 🏳️‍⚧️ - see pinned post 🐀@itberiley.bsky.social · 2y ago

Our landlord just back charged us 5 months of service charge that weve agreed not to pay until issues with the flat were sorted, and we've now exceeded our overdraft and don't get paid until 19th Feb. They're ignoring all communication from us and the bank won't do anything. GIVE US A FUCKING BREAK

This month, I'll be highlighting games full of friendship, and we're kicking off with Wyrmlings by @lonecolossusgames.bsky.social! Friendship is a bit factor in Wyrmlings, helping the group come together and making sure that everyone shines! Find my review here: www.ttrpgkids.com/2023/03/30/r...

2025 is my year for new growth/inspiration... So I've joined @efafreelancers.bsky.social! I've learned so much to complement my existing work in the indie games industry and I highly encourage all of my writer/editor fam to check it out. Read more at scrivthebard.com/2025/02/02/e...

Editorial Freelancers Association

This year, I decided to take the next step towards turning this passion into a career. I’ve been writing, designing games, and offering editorial services for several years now, and while I h…

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The dayjob is relocating us to the US... ...my non-American partner's visa was denied under dubious circumstances. We're working through some options now but, I might be looking for new employment soon and it sure as hell won't be in the U.S. Shiiiiiit.

Super pleased that Bard RPG has sold well post-KS!! So well that I get to pay taxes on it 😬 Anyhoo, the restock is en route to @indiepress.bsky.social and will be available for purchase soon!! Y'all really like those hardcovers 💜 search.app/XfYuqSzTCTP6...

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2025: New Year, new blog!

Hello my dear Scribblers! It’s been a long few years and, although I attempted a return to this space on a few occasions, life and the universe always had other things in mind! But now, it re…

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After years of attempting to revive my website, it's finally ready to go! Introducing the latest scrivthebard.com New year, new look, new exciting stories to explore!

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Anyone interested in a small world building exercise? We need a cozy escape from chaos. Would anyone like to build a treehouse commune with me? I'm imagining a huge, ancient tree, with connected dwellings nestled in its boughs. What would you build? I'd like a kitchen...gotta keep people fed!

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Finally feeling like the flu's out of my system!! Got some writing to do...Chill Creation next Tues maybe? 🧐

Y'all, that was the sickest I've been since COVID. It was just the flu, thankfully, but I've been WIPED out. Keep healthy out there, Scribblers. Chilly season isn't over yet :(

Due to unexpected illness, I'll have to cancel the Scribbler Hug streams this year 😭 But I still ask that you check out the missions of Become and War Child and donate if you are able!!