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@blackcatbooknook.bsky.socialProtect Yourself!
While "hybrid models" exist, legit publishers will never ask for an upfront payment from you. The publisher usually presents a lower royalty payment to help cover those costs from book sales.
Last night, I dreamed of a man kissing me. It was the kind of tenderness I'd always wanted. Yet I woke up terrified.
Why was I afraid of something I longed for?
A new personal essay ↓
anastasianorel.substack.com/p/why-was-i-...
#TransStories #TransWomen #PersonalEssay #Dreams #QueerWriting
@blackcatbooknook.bsky.social👀
What are the Black Cats plotting?
#IndiePublishing #QueerWriting #QueerAuthors #OwnVoice #OwnVoices
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@blackcatbooknook.bsky.socialWe have been asked this question a few times so I thought I would talk about it.
We are cautious where accept any money from and will do thorough research on companies that want to partner with us (if we get to that point, of course!)
@silassummersauthor.bsky.socialI made this mood board for Daelan and Daxton. I choose minimalistic continuous line art because it is a cozy romance and minimalism seems cozy to me.
Anyway. I think it is adorable!
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@nectar-vam77.bsky.social#QueerPrompts #QueerWriters #LgbtqWriters #WritingSky #WritingPrompt #QueerWriting
Honestly? I can say it certainly has given me relief & a safety to express my interest in queer relationships. I've been repressing them for so long/taught that it was wrong. But now it feels liberating
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Hello!
Editorial Assistant from @blackcatbooknook.bsky.social!
I have an English degree from Indiana University and have almost twenty years of experience with editing.
I look forward to working with Queer Authors to bring their books live to the world!
@blackcatbooknook.bsky.socialWe want to start some lists on potential contractors to work with. Please stop by and let us know what you do within the book community.
(You'll be added to 1 of 2 starter packs)
@blackcatbooknook.bsky.socialMeet Syrena Summers, Silas' (metaphorical ) sister. She has been brought on as our Editoral Assistant!
(We just started a bluesky for her so it is empty, but she can be found at @syrenasummersbcbn.bsky.social)
@blackcatbooknook.bsky.socialWe'd like you to meet the man behind the brand, Silas Summers. If you would like to follow his author account, you can find it at @silassummersauthor.bsky.social!
Part 2 of my story is out.
After the accident came months of recovery, learning to walk again, a first kiss, leaving home — and the new choices that began to feel like they were mine.
A Life of My Own ↓
anastasianorel.substack.com/p/a-life-of-...
@bogeymanviz.bsky.social"I like to think people are inherently good, but I've seen enough, been disappointed enough, that I've had to adjust my expectations. I guess the truth of it is that everyone is free to choose their own path, and that just makes those who choose the dark side cosmic disappointments."
@sainiku.northsky.social“Any plot point of my choosing?”
Jane spends a long time thinking about what to say.
“In the future, at… the end of Book 3… Why-… W-Wait! Come back! Please! We can talk about this!“
@blackcatbooknook.bsky.social#QueerCharChat | September 29, 2026
"Home" can mean something very different to every character. This question helps your character identify what they really value and if they currently have it or are working towards it in the near future.
@sainiku.northsky.social"I don't know. All my life, 'home' has been at Ulraster Castle, with my family. But now, it feels like everyone expects that I'll be living in Ambros. They're all eager to accept and support a decision that I haven't even figure out for myself yet."
@blackcatbooknook.bsky.social#QueerCharChat | September 28, 2026
"Home" can mean something very different to every character. This question helps your character identify what they really value and if they currently have it or are working towards it in the near future.
@sainiku.northsky.social“I’d cast some push spells through the air, firmly blowing them away without hurting them, coaxing them to leave me alone. Or I guess… Waiting until they tire themselves out.”
@blackcatbooknook.bsky.social#QueerCharChat | September 27, 2026
The question is a humorous icebreaker. It is an absurd scenario meant to test a characters imagination and tactical thinking against an opponent that is small in size but seemingly packed with pure rage.
@theramblepress.bsky.socialShould you peek in the glory hole? Sensual art around intimate moments. And gay man’s epiphany in the steam room.
All fresh and in The Ramble This Week. Check it out: theramblepress.substack.com/p/the-ramble...
#TheRamble #TheRambleThisWeek #GayArt #QueerWriting #GayBooks
@sainiku.northsky.social“I’m just a bystander. But Spiral… Her plans for New Ambros will help so many people. It’ll change the world! And what she did in Vigaras…”
Jane suddenly becomes quieter, her eyes filling with worry and regret. “She’s a hero…”