Jay Roberts

Jay Roberts

@jaycroberts.bsky.social

Fantasy writer. Non-human protags. No AI. Present tense is great! Author of the World of Monsters trilogy, coming March 2027 (only available in Winnipeg).

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I guess if big publishing's death embrace of generative-AI means that it's impossible to fight against the use of AI in publishing, the golden age of the zero-gen-AI indie author is beginning. Support indie authors for the sake of the environment, ethics, and all those other reasons!

Jay Roberts
@jaycroberts.bsky.social

I'm more of a lighthearted science fantasy reader, but I have to admit this nightmarish tale has me hooked. Book 2 coming in just a few days!

Cheyenne Brammah | Science Fantasy Author@akairondragon.ca

Don't just be a follower, be part of my community! Which you do…by following me… 😅 Where are my readers who love dark science fantasy books with nonhuman characters, deep lore, and heroes who lose? I'm looking for you!

Jay Roberts
@jaycroberts.bsky.social

Just finished this one. The aliens, shifters, and forging of new friendships made for a fun read!

Polenth Blake@polenth.bsky.social

WERECONIFER is the sequel to WERECOCKROACH. Some months after the first book, Rin and their friends are asked to help find a missing shapeshifting tree. Generally gentle with a queer found family and also aliens. #AroAce #QueerBookSky More information: www.polenthblake.com/words/weretr...

Jay Roberts
@jaycroberts.bsky.social

A fun series for adults too. I've been spending my Saturday reading The Ghost Orb.

Kate Machon Author@katemachon.bsky.social

'Pixie, it's past curfew. Straight to your room.' 'But Gaaabe, I don't need a curfew. I've saved the world so many times, I should be a #Marvel character.' 'The curfews not to stop you saving it... it's to stop you nearly ending it again.' #vss365 katemachon.com/books/

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Tristan Palmgren
@tristanpalmgren.bsky.social

human-level artificial intelligence has truly arrived

Scythia Marrow@scythiamarrow.bsky.social

This is literally what I’m researching right now and uhh. Turns out continuous learning is really difficult and almost invariably leads to reward hacks. aka the model will immediately start doomscrolling and never stop because it’s addicted to novelty and doesn’t have bodily needs.

Jay Roberts
@jaycroberts.bsky.social

Things I was scared of as a child: Spiders A sharp-toothed Bert (from Sesame Street) waiting for me at the dark end of the hallway.

Laura Elliott@tinywriterlaura.bsky.social

Things I was scared of as a child: The plughole monster, an entity created by my parents to make me get out of the bath via the Very Loud gurgling of water draining through our house’s ancient plumbing Also quicksand Mirrors at night (still true) Shadow, a pale boy that recurred in my nightmares

Jay Roberts
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I don't know this author, but a LOT of my mutuals are gushing about this series.

Hel ✨ || Untwined is out now!! 🌀🪷@helynalc.bsky.social

Today is publication day for Untwined, my third novel, second and final in the Imbued dark fantasy duology! 💙📚 There isn't much I can say that I haven't said a million times before. I'm incredibly proud of this book, and it means the world to me. Writing it was a terrifying, rewarding, beautiful,

Jay Roberts
@jaycroberts.bsky.social

Far Removed is one of my most memorable reads of the last couple years. Book 2 is already on my shelf. Hoping to crack it open in October!

Author C B Lansdell@cblansdell.bsky.social

Today my debut novel, Far Removed turns 3 years old 🎂. Thank you to every reader who has engaged with this moody, gothic sci-fi story and everything I have written since its release.

Jay Roberts
@jaycroberts.bsky.social

No particular book caused me to start writing, but Erin M Evans's Brimstone Angels series inspired me to strive for memorable endings.

W&S_BOOKCLUB@wsbookclub.bsky.social

Here's a question for #authors: What author or book inspired you or caused you to start writing? #bookblogger #booksky

Jay Roberts
@jaycroberts.bsky.social

On my list, though it looks like we Canadians need to wait 10 more days.

Anna Horroridge@anna-orridge.bsky.social

Anyway, Happy Book Birthday to me 🎉🥳 In a future Britain, archaeologist and TV presenter Eva Sinclair investigates the mysterious fern-like patterns left by drought around the long-dry riverbed of an ancient massacre site. www.gold.ac.uk/goldsmiths-p...

Jay Roberts
@jaycroberts.bsky.social

It was the cover of book 1 that drew me into this series. And the stories are as enchanting as the art!

JD Rivers | Otar 3 out now!@jd-rivers.com

COVER REVEAL TIME! It's time Otar's last adventure to start in "The Death of a Universe" book 3 in Otar's Universe, and here my dear people is the cover. Pre-orders: jdrivers.itch.io/the-death-of... books2read.com/u/3LoyMX TBR: app.thestorygraph.com/books/e360fb... Release: Oct. 15th!

Jay Roberts
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Yes, I do judge a book by its cover. And yes, I do know what I'll be doing on Oct 22.

Cheyenne Brammah | Science Fantasy Author@akairondragon.ca

Good morning, galactic travelers! The Children of Wrath cover is finally here! 🤩 Cover artist: Jeff Brown https://jeffbrowngraphics.com Preorder: https://ubl.akairondragon.ca/cow Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/256924677-children-of-wrath

Jay Roberts
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Saw this post a few months ago and finally got a copy of the book. So good! The characters had me hooked from chapter 1.

Claudie@clh2oars.bsky.social

*whispers* if you wanna hear me talk about THE TRAITOR & THE WRETCH and my experience reading for 800 words that is up on Patreon ✨ There will be a very short version of this public but yknow! www.patreon.com/posts/traito...

patreon.comThe Traitor & The Wretch by Jasmine Walls [Review and Discussion] | Claudie ArseneaultGet more from Claudie Arseneault on Patreon
Jay Roberts
@jaycroberts.bsky.social

My current read! Read the first quarter in one day (which is a lot for me).

The Sauúti Collective@sauutiverse.bsky.social

The Sauútiverse was represented by @genni.bsky.social and @wtalabi.com for the Sauúti Terrors launch at Swancon in Perth last weekend. 🚀💫📚 It was an amazing reception of the Sauutiverse down under with signings galore! Get your copies: sauuti.com/sauuti-terro...

Jay Roberts
@jaycroberts.bsky.social

Two sweet characters living in a cruel society. This story has stayed in my mind long after the reading.

Author C B Lansdell@cblansdell.bsky.social

I'm pleased to share Antano's thoughtful review of Far Removed 🤍 I took a chance writing something that was a departure from the mainstream fantasy books I was coming across, and it's lovely to see those differences recognised and appreciated.

Jay Roberts
@jaycroberts.bsky.social

My "World of Monsters" trilogy started in 1994. After countless dreadful drafts, I finally found my writing voice in 2018. The books should be printed by this December and I'm hoping to launch at Montreal Worldcon!

Cheyenne Brammah | Science Fantasy Author@akairondragon.ca

I started writing All Our Sins in 1991 but was way too young to do it any justice. The story stayed with me. I took a stab at writing it in my early 20s but couldn't do it justice then either. Now Book 1 is published and Books 2 and 3 are on the way! Have you ever had something stay with you?

Jay Roberts
@jaycroberts.bsky.social

Finished this morning! Awakened explores the horror that comes about when our choices badly affect other people. Reader beware, you may never want to make a decision again.

Laura Elliott@tinywriterlaura.bsky.social

it’s #WorldBookDay and #WomenInHorror month, so i’m obliged to remind you all that my horror dystopia novel, Awakened, a somewhat Frankenstine meets The Yellow Wallpaper gothic tale, is out and available for your reading pleasure!🐦‍⬛ linktr.ee/lauracelliott

Jay Roberts
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Happy 4th decaversary to Steve! If you're looking for an entertaining urban (rural?) fantasy, I suggest trying The Erstwhile Tyler Kyle.

Steve Hugh Westenra 🕷️🧛‍♂️🏳️‍⚧️📚✒️@stevewestenra.bsky.social

I turn 40 this week (eep! 😅) and would love a share of my pinned (or any of my posts below!) as a birthday thing! Normally I feel bad about milking a birthday for promo, but . . . honestly who cares. I'm tired and the world sucks. 🤣

Jay Roberts
@jaycroberts.bsky.social

I was shouting "Noooo!" from start to finish. Cruel, heartbreaking and one of the most addictive books I've read in a while.

Cheyenne Brammah | Science Fantasy Author@akairondragon.ca

THE FIRST SIN is out! Dive into a gritty, spicy, dark adult scifantasy, perfect for fans of JC's Avatar, Battlestar Galactica, and Babylon 5. Follow Tårik as he struggles to survive in exile all while ignoring signs he is the harbinger of prophecy. https://ubl.akairondragon.ca/tfs

Jay Roberts
@jaycroberts.bsky.social

Been reading this one since last week. A tigress assassin, a crystal statue crime boss, and more!

Holliday Vermont@hollidayvermont.bsky.social

Hey, instead of watching the Harry Potter trailer, I've got a better idea. Why not buy books and art from the trans people Rowling loves to hurt? Let's start with me! This is The Knowing Doll, you can get it on Itch.io, physical next week, audio next month! hollidayvermont.itch.io/the-knowing-...

hollidayvermont.itch.ioThe Knowing Doll by HollidayVermontWelcome to a world untypical
Jay Roberts
@jaycroberts.bsky.social

The Sapphire Heart. I ordered this pretty #spfbo 11 contestant from a small bookstore. It took a few weeks to get here, but I have a feeling the wait will be worth it.

Jay Roberts
@jaycroberts.bsky.social

I moved to present tense a few years ago. Now it's all I use. I like the enhanced immediacy. Khan Wong and Ciel Pierlot use it very effectively. It was "Bluebird" that made me switch.

Susan Savage Lee@susansavagelee.bsky.social

How do you feel about the use of present tense in stories? It always feels awkward to me to use as a writer or to read as a reader. Short bursts of it are okay, though #writingq #WritingCommunity

Jay Roberts
@jaycroberts.bsky.social

Read this one again last week. I still love that Agent Roach scene!

Dan Hanks@danhanks.bsky.social

While listening to a publishing podcast today, I heard mention of just how tough it was to launch a debut in the pandemic. And I can tell you: yes. It was. Anyway, this was mine & it's a lot of fun! Help a pandemic debut out and give it a go? www.barnesandnoble.com/w/captain-mo...

barnesandnoble.comCaptain Moxley and the Embers of the Empire|PaperbackAn ex-Spitfire pilot is dragged into a race against a shadowy government agency to unlock the secrets of the lost empire of Atlantis...In post-war 1952, the good guys are supposed to have won. But not...
Jay Roberts
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The covers in this series always catch my attention. Book purchase imminent!

Elise (they/them)🇦🇺 🏳️‍⚧️@eliseswords.eurosky.social

SciFi-Fantasy cover reveal!✨🚀 Rarkin's Monster Containment team consists of; sharp shooter Amon (they/ them), my autistic MC Rarkin (he/him), Miona (she/her) and Rinth (he/him). (Yes, sexy uniforms DO indicate ace characters 😉.) ♠️🌈📚🪐📚💙📚🧠: elisecarlson.com/sythe-series/ Art by Lawrence Mann (1/2)

Jay Roberts
@jaycroberts.bsky.social

This one carries an emotional kick to the chest. I suspect it'll reach the top 10.

Author C B Lansdell@cblansdell.bsky.social

After losing the SPFBO lottery in '24, I am excited to share that my debut made it in this year. Best of luck to all my fellow contestants, and wishing other opportunities to those who won't be joining us. I'm lowering the ebook price for the next month.

Jay Roberts
@jaycroberts.bsky.social

I read this one about a year ago. An excellent choice by the #SFINCS3 judges!

Lauren C. Teffeau@teffeau.bsky.social

Oh wow! I had no idea what to expect when I threw my hat into the ring, but I'm honored to announced A Hunger with No Name is a #SFINCS3 semi-finalist! Thank you to the judges, the other authors in the Team WIP cohort, and my fellow semi-finalists!

Jay Roberts
@jaycroberts.bsky.social

This one kept me up later than was wise last night. Good thing I live next to a coffee shop.

S. L. Guerreiro@megabookdork.bsky.social

... LIFTOFF! Finally, I can say "I'm a published author"! 💜 If anyone fancies a cheap trip to outer-space, you can click on the link below and discover what troubles Alex has gotten herself into! shorturl.at/w31ZL #Author #books #writingcommunity #writing #SelfPublishing #writer #selfpublish

Jay Roberts
@jaycroberts.bsky.social

Read this one a while ago. It's a treat! And bonus points for being based in a fictitious version of my home province.

Author C B Lansdell@cblansdell.bsky.social

A couple of months ago I won a giveaway run by @stevewestenra.bsky.social. I suspect post to South Africa takes scenic routes, but a special parcel finally arrived at my local post office today📬. Excited to add this cryptid investigation novel to my new year reads. The cover looks so professional!

Jay Roberts
@jaycroberts.bsky.social

I'm a sucker for a good ad. Winds of Destruction obtained.

K Lykkebo 🖤 Fantasy author@karenlykkebo.com

The Palace of Winds is my epic fantasy trilogy. It's full of nature vibes and elemental spirits. It's about finding yourself through chaos and evolving through experience. It's about love, creation, and mercy. And book 1 is only 99c because book 3 releases in just 1.5 months!!! #booksky

Jay Roberts
@jaycroberts.bsky.social

This one was a lot of fun. Think "Xena: Warrior Princess", but with elves

Senna Byrd 🖋️🎨🎙️🎻💄@sennabyrd.com

Do you like elves, high fantasy, and low-stakes adventures with a touch of comedy? WIZARD OF THE CRUMBLING TOWER may be for you! It's the first volume of many in my brand new novella series, THEY WERE ELVES, and is available via paperback, Kindle, and EPUB! books2read.com/twe1

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