H.M. Joinville

H.M. Joinville

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Writer of horror & poetry, MLIS, history blogger, and recovering Midwesterner..ope #amquerying Words in Bookends Review, Athena Review & the upcoming WriteHive anthology "Surviving Humanity" out 2026. https://www.readex.com/blog

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H.M. Joinville
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New blog dropped! #history #militaryhistory #bloggers #BlueskyBloggers #historybloggers #blogs www.readex.com/blog/rebels-...

readex.com"Rebels! Turn out your Dead!": The Prison Ship Martyrs of the American Revolution | ReadexThe modern rush of life in Brooklyn's historic Wallabout neighborhood is a stark contrast to the brutal history beneath the pavement. Just a stone's throw away is Wallabout Bay where, in the winter of 1779, the former hospital ship, HMS Jersey, was converted into a prison ship. This vessel would later become known as "Hell" by all who entered.In an extract of a letter dated 1781, an unnamed prisoner aboard the ship wrote,I am not able to give you even the outlines of my exile; but thus much I will inform you, that we bury 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 prisoners a day: we have 200 more sick & falling sick every day; the sickness is the yellow fever, small pox, and in short every thing else that can be mentioned.I had almost forgot to tell you that our morning's salutation is, 'Rebels! Turn out your dead!'
H.M. Joinville
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Dear Sir or Madam, will you read my book? It took me years to write, will you take a look? It's based on a novel by a man named Lear And I need a job So I wanna be a paperback writer Paperback writer #amediting #horrorwriters #writerscommunity #writesky

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Writing news! My story “The Lucky One” will be published in the Surviving Humanity anthology by @inkedingray.bsky.social and @writehive.bsky.social in 2026. Pre-orders are now officially open — and currently 15% off!

WriteHive 🐝@writehive.bsky.social

⏳Cover Release! Take a look at the beautiful cover for our new anthology, Surviving Humanity, which releases in February. Pre-order your copy today for 15% off! All proceeds benefit WriteHive🧡🐝 Take a look: www.wordsmakeart.com/collections/...

wordsmakeart.comSurviving Humanity (Paperback)About Surviving Humanity Humanity can be beautiful and resilient, but it can also be violent and cruel. In this collection of fifteen insightful and inventive tales, discover characters—both human and...
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Anyone else feel like when they go through periods where you don't have time to read, write, or create you just don't feel like yourself anymore? I'm coming out of a slump where I have been bogged down with other things & now I'm starting to feel like me again. #writerstruggles #writingcommunity

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Booktasters Authors
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Do you ever write a horror scene that creeps you out while writing it… then read it the next day and think, “this isn’t scary at all”? How do you judge if your horror is actually working? Let’s talk fear levels 👻 #horrorwriters #writingcommunity #amwritinghorror #booksky

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DarkHolmePublishing
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Do you have a microhorror story in 500 words or less? 🖤 Submit to Whispers From Beyond, Dark Descent's webzine for short, spine-chilling tales. 📖 Link in Bio #HorrorWriters #DarkDescent #booksky #HorrorCommunity #DarkFantasy #Horrorlit #HorrorBooks

H.M. Joinville
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Check out my latest work blog! #historyfacts #historylover #lgbtqhistory #histodons #BlueskyHistorians #blogwriters

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Queer histories were often erased. But obits and news notices speak volumes—telling how LGBTQ+ lives were lived and mourned. 📚 Discover more: bit.ly/3GFfpEx #GayHistory #LesbianHistory #TransHistory

bit.lyThose They Left Behind: The Hidden Grief of LGBTQ+ Loss in 19th and Early 20th Century Obituaries and Poetry | ReadexScottish poet Thomas Campbell wrote, "To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die." While each life is unique, some experiences and emotions—such as fear, excitement, love, and loss—are universal…
H.M. Joinville
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My story "The lucky one" is set to be published in February 2026!

WriteHive 🐝@writehive.bsky.social

🧵2/2 (continued) 🐝 Ian M Salavon 🐝 Toshiya Kamei 🐝 H.M. Joinville 🐝 Holly Goode 🐝 Donald J Bingle 🐝 Jake Stein 🐝 Victoria Ojo Congratulations to all! To learn more about their individual stories, please visit writehive.org/surviving-hu...

writehive.orgSurviving Humanity Authors - WriteHiveRescuing Curiosity, releasing December 2024 features 12 stories from talented authors. Upcoming is open submissions for Surviving Humanity
H.M. Joinville
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New Reality TV show idea that I would totally watch. "The Friend Ship." A cruise ship full of middle aged people desperately trying to make/navigate adult friendships. It's like the love boat, but for platonic adult friends. You like Bridgerton, Chinese takeout, and staying home? Me too! #PitchThis

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Finally!! I'm happy to announce my short story "The Lucky One" has been accepted for publication! More information to follow. Stay tuned! #HorrorWriters #Writers #BlueSkyWriters #WritersCommunity

H.M. Joinville
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You know what I think would be great? If popular TV shows would make an old time radio/podcast version of the episodes so when I can't watch an episode I don't have to get behind and risk spoilers on the Internet. Plus, I may pick up on some things I missed staring at my phone half the show. #Ideas