Samantha Burns @cheesecakechik.bsky.social Rhaya Feoreil on FFXIV, WHM extraordinaire
Clare Mulroy @claremulroy.bsky.social Books Reporter @usatoday.com, American University alum, NYC based. she/her. Reach me at cmulroy@usatoday.com!
Courtney Miller-Callihan @millercallihan.bsky.social Literary agent at Handspun Literary. She/her. Currently yelling about AI a lot. Every conversation comes back to crafting in some way. 
Meg Frank @peripateticmeg.bsky.social artist and baker and jewelry maker.
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Lucy A. Snyder @lucyasnyder.bsky.social SISTER, MAIDEN, MONSTER (Tor Nightfire, Titan). 5 Bram Stoker Awards. Shirley Jackson finalist. Work in Strange Horizons, Nightmare, Asimov's, Pseudopod, etc. Clarion grad. 🏳️🌈
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Daniel Kraus @danielkraus.com Pulitzer Prize winner & NYT bestselling writer (books, TV, film). Angel Down, Whalefall, Creepshow, The Shape of Water, The Living Dead, Rotters, The Autumnal, 21 more, visit the site or just trust me.
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Carriage Return @carriagereturn.bsky.social Former owner of a coveted Gawker star. 
sofia szyfer @sofiaszyfer.bsky.social publicity and marketing assistant at kensington books
Victor LaValle @victorlavalle.bsky.social Doing what I dreamed of since I was a kid.
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TV: The Changeling (EP), The Terror: Devil in Silver (Creator, Showrunner)
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Tamika Thompson @tamikathompson.bsky.social Author | THE CURSE OF HESTER GARDENS (Erewhon/Kensington) & Next Generation Indie Book Award Winner, UNSHOD, CACKLING, and NAKED. she/her/hers
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G. T. Karber @gtkarber.bsky.social USA Today and #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of the Murdle series.
Emily Olsen @emilyolsen.bsky.social 🚀 Cataloguer, Science at Sotheby’s
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Amy Goldschlager @amygoldschlager.bsky.social Editor, proofreader, and book/audiobook reviewer. Murder Banana and Friend of DeSoto. Go Spiderwolves and All Guesses Are Wrong! 
Boroughs of the Dead @boroughsofthedead.bsky.social Macabre New York City walking tours led by artists and writers. Tickets on sale now at boroughsofthedead.com
jessamyn @librarian.bsky.social Vermont librarian. Technology hobbyist. I love the post office. Fix your hearts. Live in hope if you can.
Current Affairs @currentaffairs.bsky.social A magazine of political commentary, analysis, and amusements.
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Smart Bitches @smartbitches.bsky.social I'm Sarah from Smart Bitches, and I like Trashy Books | Daily SBTB email: http://bit.ly/SBTB-feed | Reviews, Cover Snark, & Recs: http://sb-tb.com |
Hands Off NYC @handsoffnyc.bsky.social We are 250+ unions, faith leaders, and community groups standing together in nonviolent resistance to protect NYC.
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Bree (half of Kit Rocha) @mostlybree.kitrocha.com Author of bestselling sexy book as Kit Rocha. Rep'd by Sarah Younger at NYLA. Hiding in the Alabama woods. #TeamADHD Book Stuff: https://linktr.ee/kitrocha Enable Chaos: https://amzn.to/4gCqcOD
Governor Kathy Hochul @governor.ny.gov Official Bluesky account for the 57th Governor of New York State. Social Media Use Policy: https://www.ny.gov/social-media-policy
Naomi Kritzer @naomikritzer.bsky.social Writer of SF/F and Minneapolis/St. Paul election guides. she/her. Website: www.naomikritzer.com My next book, OBSTETRIX, comes out June 9, 2026.
Louis @louisevans.bsky.social CONTENTS WILL PLASMATE UPON PACKET RUPTURE!
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Horror Writers Association, New York Chapter @hwany.org We’re the horror and dark literature authors from the Tri-State area. Our chapter hosts meetings and local events. We are committed to the professional development and growth of our members. Find out more here:
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Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani @mayor.nyc.gov Fighting every day to deliver a city that working New Yorkers can actually afford. Mayor of New York City.
Romancing the Vote @romancingthevote.com Romancing the Vote, coming to save a democracy near you in July 2026. (We run an auction to raise money for voting access, because voter suppression is BAD.) Run by Courtney Milan & Kit Rocha more info @ romancingthevote.com
JewWhoHasItAll @jewwhohasitall.bsky.social Satirizing US ✝️-normativity & ✝️ hegemony from a ✡️ POV.
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Jane Friedman @janefriedman.com I report on the publishing industry through my paid newsletter, The Bottom Line, and educate writers on the business of authorship in THE BUSINESS OF BEING A WRITER (University of Chicago Press).
Nancy Levine Stearns @nancylevinestearns.bsky.social Journalist. Bylines: Sports Illustrated. Citations: New York Times, NBC News | No. 1 ESG Influencer on Twitter (Commetric 2020) | Retired exec recruiter | Author, The Tao of Pug series (Penguin, Skyhorse)
alix e. harrow @alixeharrow.bsky.social NYT-bestselling fantasy author in charlottesville va
Rachel Harrison @rachelharrison.bsky.social Friendly Ghost 👻
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Strongbird @songbird.bsky.social I still refuse to proof read.
Maureen Johnson @maureenjohnsonbooks.com she/her
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M.O.D.O.X. @modox613.bsky.social Modern Orthodox Designed Only for eXcoriating rebuttals. (Just kidding. I try to keep things polite.)
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Johnnie Jae @johnniejae.bsky.social Founder of Red Pop! News | Indigenous Journalist & Speaker | Disability & Media Advocate | Workshops on Indigenous storytelling, justice, and mental health
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Christa Carmen🌘🦉🔮 @christaqua.bsky.social Bram Stoker Award-winning & 2x Shirley Jackson Award-nominated author. She/her.
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Substack: Horror Homesteading:
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Spooky Science Lab Podcast @spookysciencelab.bsky.social An all-ages podcast in which two horror authors discuss strange-but-true science facts. Hosted by Nicholas Kaufmann and David Wellington. Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/spooky-science-lab
Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible.org We’re organizing against this fascist regime the only way that actually works — with on-the-ground, volunteer-led, communities of people power: https://linktr.ee/indivisibleteam
Grim Native @grimnative.bsky.social WHERE TRADITION MEETS TERROR
We believe that the power of horror lies not only in its ability to thrill and frighten but also in its capacity to reflect the complexities and diverse experiences of humanity.
Gabino Iglesias @gabino.bsky.social Writer/reader/speaker/music lover/book reviewer (NPR, Locus, etc)/freelancer/photographer/PhD. Words in many places. I want to do all the things, so invite me!
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Tal Lavin @swordsjew.bsky.social journalist, author, reads too much. haggard and unblest. trans guy, he/him. feygeleh & proud 🦩
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New York Immigration Coalition (NYIC) @thenyic.bsky.social The NYIC is an umbrella advocacy group that brings together more than 200 diverse member organizations to advance justice & opportunity for all.
Eleanor Fitzsimons @eleanorfitzsimons.bsky.social Writer/Researcher. KeatsShelley Essay Prize, Rubery Book Award. Author Wilde's Women. Life & Loves of E. Nesbit, Selected Articles from The Woman’s World. Here for books, art, nature, laughter & tranquility.
Dr_Alessandra_P @alessandrapino.bsky.social Food historian, author, podcaster, lover of the supernatural & all things horror. www.alessandrapino.com
Treyf Posting 🤌 @postingtreyf.bsky.social Haman Haymaker inventor, PSL aficionado, former baby nicknamed “Guidette,” neurasthenic vagabond, shitlib, Tikkun Olamite, Jwitter’s Vulgar Id, & recovering Jewish American Princess.
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Astoria Bookshop @astoriabookshop.bsky.social An independent bookstore in Astoria, Queens, queer woman owned, est. 2013. Open daily 11a-7p, 36-19 30th Street.
Landis Blair @landisblair.bsky.social Crosshatcher with a variety of other problems.
Books: Vers le Sud, The Night Tent, The Envious Siblings, and The Hunting Accident.
https://bio.site/landisblair
James Comey @jamescomey.bsky.social Author of legal thrillers. Husband, father, grandfather. Lawyer, teacher, public speaker. Taller and funnier in person.
Becky Spratford @raforall.bsky.social Matching books w/ readers thru the library especially #HorrorForLibraries. Jersey Girl in exile. Reviews for LJ & Booklist. HWA Sec. Rep @laneheymont.bsky.social. Bram Stoker Winner, WHY I LOVE HORROR (Saga Press) https://bit.ly/WhyILoveHorror. (She/Her)
Brad Lander @bradlander.bsky.social Democratic nominee for Congress in NY-10. Dad Lander. Love unions, justice, seltzer, and NYC. #FightDontFold
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Len Pennie @lenniesaurus.bsky.social Aspiring poet, growing problem. My books POYUMS, and POYUMS ANNAW are available to order now. https://buythebook.online/poyums-annaw
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Matthew @fineplan.bsky.social Librarian, ex-archaeologist, shutterbug. Into readers advisory, travel, and trying out cookbooks. 🏳️🌈🇺🇸🇰🇷 All opinions are my own.
Jessica Price @delafina777.bsky.social Cranky lioness. You know me from Twitter. Cats, game design, Judaism, and very long threads. (She/her) Views and opinions do not reflect those of my employer.
National Weather Service @nws.noaa.gov Official Bluesky account for NOAA's National Weather Service.
Lit Hub @literaryhub.bsky.social A daily literary website highlighting the best in fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and criticism.
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Bookshop.org @bookshop.org A better way to buy books online where every purchase supports local bookstores ☀️📚
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Flame Con @flamecon.bsky.social World’s largest and longest running LGBTQ+ comic con, created by Geeks OUT. Returning, August 15 & 16th 2025.
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John Picacio @johnpicacio.bsky.social Co-author & illustrator of THE INVISIBLE PARADE, w/ Leigh Bardugo (2025). 2026 Pura Belpré Honor Book Winner. 4x Hugo Award Winner. 6x Locus Award Winner. Inkpot Award Winner. Cover Artist. International Man of Lotería. He/him.
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Joe Brosnan @joebrosnan.bsky.social Senior Editor at Atlantic Crime, an imprint of Grove Atlantic. Thoughts are my own.
Girls Running From Houses @girlfleeshouse.bsky.social Flee, all is discovered.
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26th Street Books @26thstreetbooks.bsky.social New publisher focused on bringing new approaches to the art of true crime. Based in Chicago and New York City.
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Kirsten Gillibrand @kirstengillibrand.bsky.social Mom to Theo, Henry and dog Maple. Wife to Jonathan. U.S. Senator from New York.
BillieB @billie.bookstoreromanceday.org She/her. Book person. An Old. Founder of Bookstore Romance Day.
Paula Cappa @paulacappa.bsky.social Award-winning novelist. Wolf Magick, Draakensky, Sky Wolf, Greylock, Night Sea Journey, The Dazzling Darkness. Crystal Lake Publishing. Short story blogger at paulacappa.wordpress.com. Loves to read vintage fiction.
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Paulette Kennedy @pkennedywrites.bsky.social Gothic word witch. Ozarkian in L.A.
Out now:
THE ARTIST OF BLACKBERRY GRANGE
Next: THE TWO DEATHS OF LILLIAN CARMICHAEL 3/10/26
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Midbop @midbop.bsky.social Disability representation in lit advocate. Founding Member, Disability in Publishing 📚 assistant production manager 📖 She/Her
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Cover photo: back porch with plants and yorkie
American Library Association @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social Empowering and advocating for libraries and library workers to ensure equitable access to information for all. 🌎’s largest library association.
Find us at https://ala.org.
We follow the ALA Code of Conduct: https://www.ala.org/user-guidelines
H. Marin @hanmarin.bsky.social • han
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• MFA - Fairfield U.
• queer, nd, & disabled spec fic author
• HWA, SFWA, Codex
• freelance editor @ http://www.hmarinliterary.com
• novelette editor @foofarawpress.bsky.social
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P. H. Low @ph-low.com THESE DEATHLESS SHORES • poetry ed @Anathema • short fic/poetry/essays in Strange Horizons, Reactor, Fantasy, &c. • Ignyte, Rhysling, & Locus noms • 🇲🇾🇺🇸🏳️🌈 (they/them) • linktr.ee/lowph
Tom @darthinternous.bsky.social Editorial Director, Fiction & Special Projects, Random House Worlds. Cat-intern supervisor. All opinions my own. Often found near the kitchen. Living the dream in far off places. (he/him)
Dr Lindsey Fitzharris @drlindseyfitz.bsky.social NYT Bestselling Author. Medical Historian. Breast Cancer Survivor.
Next book: SLEUTH-HOUND, a whirlwind tour of Victorian forensics from the perspective of the man who loaned a voice to Baker St.’s famous resident: Sherlock Holmes. Out October 20.
Libro.fm @libro.fm 🎧 The audiobook company that shares profits with independent bookshops
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National Council of Jewish Women @ncjw.bsky.social NCJW is a 132 year old Jewish feminist civil rights organization working for the full rights of women, children, and families in the United States and Israel.
NPR @npr.org This is NPR 🎙️
New York Working Families Party @nywfp.bsky.social We’re a multi-racial, working class political party fighting for a New York for the many, not the few. Text JOIN NY to 30403.
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Shannon Hale @shannonhale.bsky.social Bestselling author of 50+ books. PRINCESS ACADEMY, AUSTENLAND, PRINCESS IN BLACK, REAL FRIENDS, DREAM ON, ITTY BITTY KITTY-CORN. Mom of 4 awesome young adults. she/her. Curiosity and compassion. www.shannonhale.com
Tal @starplanes.bsky.social they/them
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Website: talminear.com
Andrea Bartz @andibartz.bsky.social NYT bestselling thriller author of Reese's Book Club pick We Were Never Here, The Spare Room, The Herd & The Lost Night. The Last Ferry Out coming May '25. Unapologetically queer, progressive, feminist.
Books of Wonder @booksofwonder.bsky.social Open 11am-7pm, 7 days a week📚
NYC's largest independent children's bookstore 🌈
Cristin Stickles @thtswhatsheread.bsky.social Book Buyer for your favorite NYC tote bag store. Mets in 5.
Jen @ladyjenpool.bsky.social Librarian. Voracious reader and knitter. Oxford comma. Awkward panda. Deadpool stan. Daria-esque. 
Penzler Publishers @penzlerpublishers.bsky.social Independent publisher of mystery fiction, thrillers, and true crime. Home of The Mysterious Press, American Mystery Classics, and Crime Ink, with offices in NYC's legendary Mysterious Bookshop. penzlerpublishers.com.
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Zohran Kwame Mamdani @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social Mayor of New York City
Malinda Lo @malindalo.bsky.social NYT bestselling author, National Book Award winner. 🏳️🌈 My brand is lesbians. https://www.malindalo.com/
Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke @repyvetteclarke.bsky.social Official account, U.S. Rep. Yvette D. Clarke (NY-09, Brooklyn). Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus. Serving on the Energy and Commerce Committee. Brooklyn bred.
Kate Tuttle @katekilla.bsky.social Gen X, middle child, Leo. I mostly write about books.
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Jade Amaranth @jadeamaranth.bsky.social Bisexual chaotic neutral cat-mom who loves travel and nature and metal. She/her
I carry a license in silly and i know how to use it
Surprised Eel Historian, PhD @greenleejw.bsky.social Surprised historian, not surprised eels.
Doctor of medieval things. Talkin’ eels, history, and maps. Spaniel mourner. Alt-text artist.
I draw custom maps and artwork on commission:
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Federal Workers United @fedworkersunited.bsky.social Federal workers fighting to defend public services and rebuild government for a more democratic, equitable, and just country.
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kelly jensen @heykellyjensen.bsky.social Senior Editor at Book Riot. Editor/Author of BODY TALK, HERE WE ARE, + (DON'T) CALL ME CRAZY. Former librarian. Anti-censorship advocate. Yoga teacher. Your favorite infernal witch. She/her. Library Journal Mover & Shaker in 2024.
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