@maryannwrites
Treasures Gaia, friends and natural world. Sometime poet, and author. SOR JUANA, MY BELOVED (2024). Former #PeaceCorps Volunteer, with tales of Somalia in THE MYSTICAL LAND OF MYRRH. #suzysbooks #litfic #AuthorsGuild #womensfic http://www.SuzysBooks.com
For fans of the Arthurian legend. A young faerie just stepping into her power, with evil shadows in castle stairwells, and a Merlin who is not entirely supportive. See it at www.suzysbooks.com/faerie-morgana #suzysbooks #Arthurianlegend #legends #writers #magic #litfic #witches
A magical, mystical journey. A broken heart. Why does a Hindu God care? More at suzysbooks.com #histfic #historicalfiction #guesthouseforganesha #ganesha #histfic #writers #authors
I'm loving this small-town mystery by @juliesniderauthor.bsky.social. It has a beautiful setting, complex characters, and a plot that keeps me guessing. #lesbianprotagonist #bookban #JapaneseInternment
Image of Ganesha balancing on a spool of thread
I'm starting Judith Teitelman's Guesthouse for Ganesha, a blend of magical realism and historical fiction. Kirkus describes it as "an intensely beautiful world in which different cultures merge." Check out more books by and for women here: suzysbooks.com @judithteitelman.bsky.social
#historicalfic
Twisty plot and captivating characters in this highly acclaimed new mystery. #mystery #readers #Suzysbooks #authors #fiction #katemichaelsonwriter #juliesnider #greatreads #smalltownmurder #murdermystery
There's a tremendous new site for women who read:
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If you are a writer, there may be a spot for you on Suzy's Crew. #writers #authors #womensbooks #bookpromo #selfpublishing Join us as we build a magnificent catalog of women's books! Independent publishers are welcome.
I love this doodle draw that @katemichaelson.bsky.social did for @juliesniderauthor.bsky.social book. #lesbian #japaneseinternment #bookban #mystery
I love the book too!
Me too, Kate! It has so much that I look for in a good read, and more.
Good morning, creatives! I've been too busy lately, dashing off here and there. I need to be in one place for an extended period of time to get my creative juices flowing. That won't happen for another week yet. Sigh. Ah, well. I'll edit.
#5amwritersclub #writingcommunity
@authorsguild.bsky.social In the 1960s gay/lesbians were denied service in the Peace Corps. If discovered, they were summarily dismissed, shipped home with no supper. One determined lesbian made it through the selection maze to serve in Somalia. This is her story.
@authorsguild.bsky.social Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz, the brilliant 17th century Mexican nun, had two passions in life: Poetry and the Viceroy's wife.
Send to your reps:
Pass Jt. Resolution NOW:
"Mr. Zelensky, we are so sorry. We apologize for the hissy fit of the kid in charge. The citizens of the United States respect and honor you and your country."
A simple statement. If Congress can't support it, they should all be kicked out. #Ukraine
I may have been under the weather, but Womens Fiction Writers Assoc was busy promoting SOR JUANA, MY BELOVED in its 8 top "love-ly" reads for February! booktrib.com/2025/02/26/l... #booksky #writers #authors #romance #biofiction #histfict #Mexico #writingcommunity #novels
People on X are calling for AOC's arrest for posting this.... so I am posting it everywhere!
A poster saying The Strike is Coming and sharing the generalstrikeus.com website to sign your strike card.
Another great poster from one of our coalition members ✊
#uspolitics #generalstrike
California had a female stagecoach driver too. Her name escapes me (Charley, maybe?), but she is reputed to be the first woman to ever vote in California, which she could do because she disguised herself as a man -- lol. #oldWest #AmericanWest #Californiahistory
One of our supporters shared this with us—people are getting creative tonight!
An Idyllic forest with two gnomes at tea time.
With all the distress in the world, gift yourself some silliness, whether gnome or gnot. (from Jacqui Lawson cards) #writers #authors #booksky
US flag made of matches, with the corner match lit.
On BBC's Essential List this morning.
Rosa Parks: Stand for something or you will fall for anything. Today's mighty oak is yesterday's nut that held its ground.
Standing up for what you believe isn't easy. But do it anyway. #blackhistory
Cover of book SOR JUANA, MY BELOVED
Women! for Valentine's Day, snuggle with your best girl and read chapter 6. #romantic #lgbt #gifts #valentine #romance #lesbian #historicalfic A glass of wine is optional. amzn.to/419irIm
Maya Angelou quote: "I am grateful to be a woman. I must have done something great in another life."
Ms. Angelou no doubt did many splendid things throughout many lives. #feminism #blackhistory #womenshistory #poets #writers
Cover image of pink booties hung on a string
"The Year of the Child," just out today. As a 15-year-old, she abandoned her child. Now she turns over heaven and earth to find that child. A thoughtful story that so many women can relate to, a story we need to hear. #feminism #mothers
I get requests for money to “fight” the oligarchs securing power. But the best way to use our money is to disarm them and starve the corporations. Step down, step away from big box, step toward local vendors and farmers markets. It matters. #consumer #politicalpower #localpower
A lit wire-like image of an eagle in flight against the dark wall of the Cloisters, held up by one actor/dancer.
If you could stage a presentation of your best work, where would it be? This is from "First Dream", Sor Juana's lyrical masterpiece, presented at the Cloisters. What would yours look like? #poets #writers #writerscommunity #booksky #drama #poetry
"When the whole world is silent, even one voice becomes powerful." Malala Yousafzai
As #writerscommunity , our voices count. Not only count, but are needed. #author #writer
Oh, no. So sorry it was so short. This was an event that could have captured hearts for many performances. Thank you for letting me know.
If you are in the NY area, treat yourself to the spectacular new #opera of the #sorjuana #poem, "Primero Sueno." ("First Dream") It winds through the Cloisters, with dancers and audience following. It is the sole poem she wrote only for herself, a masterpiece in every respect. #poet #poetry