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And I'm back to my catch-up on 2025 short fiction reading. This one, by Lawrence M. Schoen is fun. A human librarian who shares Earth's literature with the universe's other sentient races and a pirate. A not-very-concealed comment on digital piracy.

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This week…well…this is the week Brenda looses it.

Read the whole article at: https://countyfencemagazine.com/reason-greater-napanee-is-greater-3-family-values/

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Title card for article: Reason Greater Napanee is Greater #3: Real Men, by Brenda Hogg, featuring a drawing of the napanee town sign. Sign reads: Greater Napanee, Population 16,000, three interchanges, Greater for Many Reasons.

Screencap of article. Intro reads: Napanee is greater for many reasons and reason #3 is that we understand traditional family values. I just don’t understand why some people are so obsessed with desecrating all the work our ancestors put into civilizing this great land.

Next Sunday, February 8, at noon (Eastern time), I'll be one of two guests on B Cubed Press's weekly Facebook-based show. Our topic: The public understanding of science. In short, why people believe RFK instead of actual scientists and their studies.

B-Cubed has published me twice.

I hope to see some of you in the chat!

https://www.facebook.com/bcubedpress

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[Alt image: black on white notes in my unreadable scrawl saying "tendrils! more tendrils"]

Excerpt from notes I took while talking to my agent about my WIP 😂😂😂

but in all seriousness: Lauren is the absolute GOAT and I feel so lucky she took me on! Every time we talk about my story, she makes me feel like she loves my characters at least as much as I do, and I cannot overstate how valuable that is.

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black on white notes in my unreadable scrawl saying "tendrils! more tendrils"

Time for an updated intro:

Greetings!

I'm an author of speculative fiction from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. I currently have nine published novel-length books, with a tenth on the way in early 2027!

You can find all sorts of info about my written works on my official website: http://michaelshotter.com

I am also the co-host of "The Post Mortem Report," a unique speculative-fiction authorcast that made its debut back in 2022: http://postmortemreport.com

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About the author: Michael Shotter is a lifelong resident of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. As a lover of science, fiction, and fantasy, his works aim to push beyond the boundaries of traditional genre fiction into new and exciting realms born from literary craftsmanship. Latest Release: "The Nemesis Legacy" - Coming in 2027: "The Nod/Wells Timelines - The Official Compendium" - Visit his website at http://michaelshotter.com for additional links and information.

Hello Everyone,

Today I am merging @mastodonbooks with @bookblabla, welcome everyone!

I also made improvements to our website which is now fully searchable, more intuitive and has a fresh look.

This is an ongoing project with more features to come. Got a wish? Let me know what features you want to see!

Happy reading,
Roger

https://bookblabla.com/

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Another great 2025 short story well worth reading. Effie Seiberg is terrific at funny stories that nonetheless have a message to them. This one is a superhero story that focuses on disability accommodations. Enjoy!

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https://www.diabolicalplots.com/dp-fiction-123b-laser-eyes-aint-everything-by-effie-seiberg/

Grateful to say I had a very pleasant and relaxing holiday season. Back to work tomorrow, with the cover reveal for "The Nod/Wells Timelines - The Official Compendium," followed by the paperback/hardcover release of "The Nemesis Legacy" on Tuesday!

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More 2025 short fiction: this one reimagines the life of Alan Turing if he crossed into the fairy world and had a life long affair there. Gorgeous prose. Structured only by the events of Turing's life. Strongly recommended.

https://strangehorizons.com/wordpress/fiction/because-i-held-his-name-like-a-key/

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A very cool flash piece by Ian Li: "The Memory Technician." Enjoy!

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https://smallwondersmag.com/piece/the-memory-technician/

Okay, I'm back to catching up on 2025 short fiction reading. Zach Shephard's "From Darkness, Awake" ran in this anthology about Circe and has her taking on a drug lord in present-day Miami. I thought the blending of myth with crime fiction was creative.

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https://www.amazon.com/Circe-Ancient-Greek-Tales-Immortals/dp/1804179639/ref=sr_1_2?crid=345L158GO39X1&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.neVMf1RdlwOiDitq1M2yJnAOGYkVJZhyElpQq1f6O4ikP3yfnL-slOTWMsAV9qDeO3s6CbuY_CaOuzSos9_Jc-QFtJELxqgbNY4EaFuPQNeKAUU8ynxpDR1qew9WIgGocesxl7EMOjD4lFItEUk2dzaxiSaU66NrEf_lT-lG4YBuhy0VOoH7x4YncuXIGSYYONkCbT-xThlRW-wgkN6qBPY_nJVdvE6WtTj8NjOnTSg.O-dcZfXcuYx9mfLiTSLiBEIW5U0Lv0MwNU2k-LFeLI0&dib_tag=se&keywords=circe+anthology&qid=1767485635&sprefix=circe+anthology%2Caps%2C135&sr=8-2

County Fence has our very first feature-length script: Gregaro McKool’s Socialist Extravaganza —or— An Exercise in Over-Confidence.

https://countyfencemagazine.com/gregaro-mckools-socialist-extravaganza-or-an-exercise-in-over-confidence/

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Title card for article: Gregaro McKool's Socialist Extravaganza. White on black line drawing of a dishevelled woman with a messy Edwardian pompadour haircut and a torn 70's skirt suit trying to keep her composure.

Screencap of article. Intro reads:
Since my last article I’ve been busy. Feature length screenplay busy. That’s right, County Fence has it’s first movie: Gregaro McKool’s Socialist Extravaganza —or— An Exercise in Over-Confidence.
I recently re-watched A Futile and Stupid Gesture, the Hollywood bio-pic about Doug Kenney and The National Lampoon. As the newly minted literary editor of Eastern Ontario’s oldest and most prestigious boundary and fencing publication, I have to admit I found it pretty inspiring. Shortly after I finished my last story I told Jules about the movie while we made a significant dent in his scotch collection.

Latest on my blog.

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https://www.allandyenshapiro.com/post/awards-eligibility-post---the-year-in-review

Exciting News! My #ShortStory "The Eliminator" sold to Water Dragon Publications. It will come out as a standalone both digitally and in paperback through all the usual outlets, likely in February.

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#WritersOfMastodon: Join my small, intensive, inclusive January workshop for nonfiction writers (essays, memoir, travel writing, newsletters, journalism—anything!) and get focused feedback, accountability, and resources to reset your writing. Limited to 10 participants; apply by Dec. 20. #Writers #Authors #AuthorsOfMastodon #WritingCommunity https://www.andydehnart.com/coaching/2026-reset-and-write-workshop/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon

Join travel editor Rachael Boardman as she reflects on her first time sailing — fortunately with able skipper Jules Octavian.

https://countyfencemagazine.com/sailing-yacht-atlanta

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Title card for "Sailing Yacht Atlanta" featuring a white on black line drawing of a classic sailing yacht.

Screencap of article. First paragraph reads: Jules Horatio Octavian bought the neglected sailing yacht Atlanta in the fall of 1964 and it has been taking him on adventures near and far ever since. An oasis of exotic oiled woods, brass, and good scotch it’s not just a place to escape from the world, it’s a place that encourages you to run and hide.

If you have publishing questions, I have a list of links to posts, articles, and websites that can help you answer some of the basic questions.

If you know of something I should add, please @ me!

https://www.lianabrooks.com/publishing-links/

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Our fearless editor-in-chief, Jules Octavian, reflects on a life well-lived, the spaces in-between, and planting trees without expecting shade.

https://countyfencemagazine.com/how-do-you-live/

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White on black title card for "How Do You Live?" by Jules Octavian. Features a drawing of a great blue heron standing among some reeds.

Screencap of the article. First paragraph reads: It’s been a half century that I’ve been the voice of boundaries and fencing in rural Eastern Ontario and for the first time in some while it seems like I might have someone to pass that torch onto.

I'm working on a contemporary romance: grumpy sunshine, forced proximity, small town academic setting ... and based in the theatre and literature departments. I have struggled to write due to ambient trauma. I mean ... ::gesturing broadly at the world:: Still, James and Isla's story is coming together, slow but sure. I've got a writing retreat booked for Friday and hope to make some real progress. I love both of my main characters and am enjoying how their story is coming together.

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