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playfulsparksp · 1 month

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Lights, Camera, Imagination! Happy #AlfredHitchcockDay!

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alvoskia · 9 months

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moodboards: Jamie

I loved him. I killed him.

#infransedit #jamie hatten #yalit #yalitedit #moodboards #diverselit #my edits #book one #graphics

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chaunaleatricia · 2 years

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#Kindle Vella #free #free story #Amazon books #diverselit #diverse books #black women writers #black characters #writers on tumblr #amwriting #short story #original writing

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authorgeorgianakent · 2 years

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Happy Friday Book Friends! 🥳 I've been busy tidying up after plumbers (we finally have a working shower!) And working my way through round two of edits for 𝘒𝘦𝘺𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘍𝘢𝘵𝘦. I need to get it ready to release on Patreon and other online bookstores in June before releasing it on Amazon. Here's some words of encouragement to my successful author friends: 𝘚𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘥𝘢𝘺, 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘨𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘦 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘰𝘯𝘦'𝘴 𝘧𝘢𝘷𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘦 𝘢𝘶𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘳 💕 Some of my favourite authors are: Enid Blyton Carolyn Keene J R R Tolkien Tamora Pierce Cassandra Clare Annette Marie Comment with your favourite authors below! ✨ * * * * * #urbanfantasy #fantasybook #fantasyfiction #fantasyfridays #forwardwriterfriday #urbanfantasyromance #urbanfantasybook #writerfriendschallenge #authorsofinstagram📚 #authorslounge #authorssupportingauthors #busywritersclub #authorshelpingauthors #authormom #bookish #authorsnetwork #bookcommunity #georgianakent #souldominionseries #diverselit #timetravelbooks #shadowhunterbooks #thedarkartifices #themortalinstruments #amreadingfantasy #yafantasy #readersofig #readingisawesome #igreaders #readersoninstagram https://www.instagram.com/p/Cc8Ej7Voc7Q/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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jsperfhey · 3 years

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NETFLIX ORIGINALS: THE HENNA WARS BY ADIBA JAIGIRDAR

i've never really thought about having a type. i guess my type is... beautiful girl. which is a lot of them. most of them?

pretty much all girls.

happy birthday, @percyokonjos !

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deadsokka · 4 years

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@projectliterature event 01: 2020 releases — the henna wars

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deadrunin · 3 years

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TEAMS- LORDE

@darlingtxn‘s top Three Favorite Characters- Tea Pahlavi

@teaofembers‘s top Three Favorite Characters- Tea Pahlavi

Dedicated to @darlingtxn and @teaofembers

#birthday things ig #the bone witch #diverselit

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gloriachaoauthor · 3 years

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So honored to be a part of the display of Taiwanese American literature at the Taiwanese Chamber of Commerce of North America's annual conference (and in fantastic company!). Thank you so much, @taiwaneseam_org, for all that you do. 🇹🇼 #Repost @taiwaneseam_org • • • • • • Fairmont San Francisco We’re at the Taiwanese Chamber of Commerce of North America’s annual conference doing what we love most — highlighting the incredible work of the Taiwanese American community. From YA to poetry to memoir, the Taiwanese American literature canon is ever-growing and we couldn’t be prouder. Check out our online bookshop at bookshop.org/shop/taiwaneseam_org . . . . . #taiwaneseamericanliterature #taiwan #TaiwaneseLit #taiwaneseamerican #AAPI #aapibooks #weneeddiversebooks #diversereads #discovertaiwan #diverselit #diversebooks #aapiauthors #booksbooksbooks #booksofinstagram #wndb https://www.instagram.com/p/CQZEAhgLqt6/?utm_medium=tumblr

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allthebooksireadbefore · 3 years

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Ramona Blue

Okay so I just finished Ramona Blue, by Julie Murphy. I know I am really late for this one.... And let me just say, I wish I could go back and tell myself and all the people who trashed the book making me not want to read it:

Seriously, it’s a global pandemic. What else do you got to do?

Okay, but for real this book was a solid 3.5-4/5 for me and it has been dusting on my shelf for two years for what?

But okay let’s get to rating:

Protagonist = 4/5

The main character, Ramona Blue is a queer girl living in the south. Her personality was a deep, balanced and overall she was well written protagonist. What I mean by that? I liked hearing her story, she wasn’t too arrogant, too whiny or too basic. So, I didn’t find her annoying or repetitive, like I usually do with protagonists.

I think part of the reason I liked Ramona so much was because she seemed very mature. I’m only 18 myself, but I hate the widespread idea that every teenager has to be naive and self absorbed. I mean I guess we all are, but there is no need for me to read about it.

The romance = 4/5

*spoiler*

Freddie is such a sweet character. He’s the kind of character you really want to meet in real life. He was giving me hardcore reading butterflies.

However I didn’t ship them in the beginning.

Even though I loved his character, I thought him and Ramona shouldn’t work out at first, when she was being color blind. At first, she didn’t seem to understand that some situations are more uncomfortable and potentially dangerous for him as a black boy, than for her as a white girl. But then there was that conversation:

‘But when I tell you I’m uncomfortable, I’m going to need you to listen.’- Freddie

This line changed her attitude towards race and made her realize that she was being color bling. Her internal reaction to this was just wholesome. Honestly, it made me wish I, as a mixed black girl would have told some of my friends that line when I was younger.

Anyways, while I at first felt like they might have not understood each other. Throughout the novel Freddie seemed to learn from her about what it means to be queer in the south, while she learned from him about what it means to be black in the south.

Overall this is one of the reasons why I loved them being friends before falling in love. I really felt like they fell in love with their personality, identity and who they actually are, rather than just a combination of looks and popularity, as so often in YA novels.

Them healing, learning and just being together had me so emotional.

The New Year’s Day conversation Freddie and Ramona had me .....

I mean honestly it was so healthy. I don’t think I have ever read a conversation this honest and healthy between a couple.

Over the years of reading YA, I’ve gotten used to toxicity, emotional abusiveness and casual sexism. None of that.

A conversation about consent. This was what I’ve been waiting for without even knowing.

Reading Flow and plot = 2/5

Okay For me personally there was not enough happening suspense wise. It’s a contemporary novel and not a thriller, so that is fine. I however always like to guess and wonder. And I did not guess and wonder too much during this read.

*spoiler*

Not even halfway in it was pretty clear that Ramona would end up with Freddie. Maybe, because the focus was on romance and personal developement, that kind of killed the suspense for me. Nevertheless it was an amazing read and it’s not every books job to have me guessing and wondering.

Personal take and Euphoria level 5/5

I had so much euphoria reading this book. I grinned throughout half the book, because I loved Ramona and Freddie so much.

I even had 3 middle school giggles and one high school screech.

You know it’s a good read if you have to leave the family room.

Also I could really relate to Ramona. I never liked to label myself in any way. I don’t know why, I just hate categories. But, still involuntary labels give comfort and it can be pretty scary when you loose that comfort sometimes.

Also a big note to my future self, next time (* cough* you mean first time *cough*) I fall in love I will have the type of conversations Ramona had with Freddie with this person. Until then, I’m practicing on my friends.

That was that: 3.5-4/5 overall

xoxo Naomi

#Ramona blue #julie murphy #Ramona #bookaholic #booknerd #bookblr #diverselit #currently reading #recent reads #young adult #book review #review #easter #happyeaster

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everafterprint · 4 years

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Another recommendation! This time, it's a classic: "I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou. This was my first book by her after I fell in love with her poetry, especially the poem "And still I rise" is gorgeous. Maya Angelou has a lovely way of writing. The way she tells her life story is very honest and open. Poetic at times, and snappy at others. Definitely give it a go!

#maya angelou #i know why the caged bird sings #diverse reading #diverselit #book recommendation

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rabena · 3 years

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I've been waiting for this - for someone to set my soul on fire.

All I See Is Blue (on Wattpad) https://www.wattpad.com/story/256127636-all-i-see-is-blue?utm_source=web&utm_medium=tumblr&utm_content=share_myworks&wp_uname=scorpio_xxxx&wp_originator=WTTlhiE5Y7e7z89EYMoNEltcEarplm3oYnDmoGpRRQ0PlFHTgsdKCSRIIWsCPD0FjFtTb8BnsHafWVjeD3iQv8jCFeMiRt7khthkHPdiXYRAPa5GB%2FPdvl8Nq1mZ3rjM

Aleena Silva is a twenty four year old Sri Lankan dreamer living in a small town, confined to everything and everyone around her. Every night, she walks to the embankment and sits by the water, looking up at the stars.

Star gazing allowed Aleena to dream as big as she wants, she always kept an eye out for her favorite constellation. Orion. Every night she looks up at the sky, reliving the story of Artemis and Orion over and over again because tales of star-crossed lovers intrigued her, made her feel things she'd never felt before.

One night, something out of the ordinary happened.

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sffortheculture · 3 years

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Running (SF/F)or the Culture, has been a dream come true for me, and I truly appreciate Queen Wahida for putting me in this space. Signing with a Black owned publishing house in and of itself was a big deal for me, it's such a rare and beautiful thing to be a part of. When I was asked to come on board and carry the banner ad Publisher/Editor for the sci-fi/fantasy imprint it was kinda like being invited to drive the Batmobile. Now it's my hope to be as universally cool, unapologetically Black, and a space for everyone willing to take the ride. To have started as an indie author, with a book and a dream, and to now find myself in this position ready to shake the literary world. Its almost like I'm living the trope in there coolest way. I feel like the proverbial farm boy meeting extraordinary circumstances in order to fulfil great destiny, and it's humbling.

I'm honored and elated that my series The Vanguard has been chosen to lead the way for the imprint, and I think it's a good banner for what we are trying to do. Just like The Vanguard, we see a blending of vibes, worlds and literary traditions to create sci-fi and fantasy that will scintillate and inspire. It's my goal that we amplify sci-fi and fantasy that fuel imaginations and inspire.

In Book I The Stand meets The Fires of Vengeance as diverse heroes battle the police state in a post collapse New England inner-city!

The Road to Resistance by Chase Bolling is probably one of the most BADASS books I’ve ever read.

-@courteneys_corner, Bookstagram

Okay. Even though dystopians/sci-fi/fantasies aren’t my top genre, let’s just say this book gave me LIFE in many ways.

-@BooksByJanee, Bookstagram

After weapons technology is mysteriously knocked back to the dark ages, America is plunged into chaos! Shades of the Black Wall Street Massacre, and the Trump Riots ensue when the president consigns everyone but the elite to mass incarceration, and forced labor! As martial law strikes a night of protests leads to riots, looting and revolution!

Chessed, an S.C.A loving ex-gang member, dons his armor, hefts his weapons, and declares war on corrupt cops, hate groups, and the nefarious powers of a hostile government! He and his allies must fight to survive if they are going to carve a post-apocalyptic Camelot from their embattled inner-city community!

Afrofuturism, epic fantasy, and dystopian science fiction combine for an unforgettable sword and soul thriller! Beautifully crafted world building brings us romance, conspiracy, and magic...blended with heart pounding action, as modern day knights of the round table arise from the crucible of poverty, police brutality, and street violence!

Inspired by books like The Red Knight and A Game of Thrones, The Road of Resistance Part 1 is a surefire hit for fans of Octavia Butler, Mark Lawrence, Milton Davis, and Brandon Sanderson! Read the novel hailed as 'Stirring, gritty, connected and epic. A great read!' by Christian Cameron today!

In Book II Power and Vikings meet The Hunger Games as the revolution continues with The Road of Resistance Part 2!

This book will have you turning pages all night. The fight scenes alone are so well choreographed they are breath-taking. I can see every sweep of the swords and axes and found myself wincing and jumping at the descriptions which evoked such vivid imagery.

The Road of Resistance is Black Lives Matter meets Vikings, but the Vikings are brothas, this time. And they are taking no prisoners.

-Audra, Between The Reads Podcast/Author of Blood Land

When Chessed set out to execute his SHTF plan with his homies, he never imagined that he would be walking the road to kingship. But with modern weapons extinct, and years of S.C.A. and historical African martial arts under their belt, he and his company of unlikely heroes find themselves at the helm of a fledgling nation called the Vanguard!

But as ultra-nationalists hate groups rise, building economies on human trafficking, and the governor wielding incredible new emergency powers sets his eyes on rebel cities; ridin' for the hood takes on an brand new meaning!

Chessed must unite survivors, refugees, and former street gangs into an army to stop this new onslaught of tyranny! Join the Vanguard and hold the line with a diverse cast of characters as the Vanguard marches to war!

Fans of Bernard Cornwell, Tochi Onyebuchi, Sarah J. Mass, and Marlon James, have a new favorite to add to their list! Bolling combines Afrofuturism with military science fiction and urban fantasy for a non-stop thrill ride!

In Book III some queens don't need a dragon to bring fire and blood!When weapons technologies were trapped in the dark ages, and a rogue American government turned on its own people, the Vanguard, a revolutionary, separatist kingdom, led by King Chessed of Bridgeport was born! But when Chessed is betrayed and presumed missing or dead, what will become of his fledgling kingdom?

In his absence, it's up to Khalise, first lady of the Vanguard, and mother of his children to take up her nation's banner, and don her crown! As she dispatches trusted bannermen to search for the king, she must overcome depression, loss, and anxiety to lead her people to victory! But a bloodthirsty occultist elite, and an onslaught of witches, wizards, psychics, and demonic forces make the task more dangerous than ever before in the afrofuturist, dark fantasy thriller The War We Make: The Vanguard 3!

As I work on The Vanguard V The Juneteenth Campaign I am excited to announce the Chronicle of the Unbroken is entering it's beta phase! Fresh off a jailbreak from a government black site in Sleepy Hollow, Chessed of the Vanguard is back in Chronicle of the Unbroken! While longing for a reunion with Khalise and his family, but first he must fight. Beside his fellow escapees Chessed must fight through a post-apocalyptic New York; ruled by a shadowy cabal of Federal High Constables, corrupt activist clergy, and a necromancy wielding special forces officer, in disguise as the leader of a terrifying street gang!

The secret origins of the rogue AI, AINI that stripped the world of modern weapons is revealed as Chessed must discover new allies if he has any hope of victory against insurmountable odds! Anybody interested in becoming a beta reader for my later project feel free to contact me on IG @Chase.Bolling.Author!

Just Battles, and Flawless Victories,

Chase of (SF/F)or the Culture

#fantasybooks #fantasy #fantasyfiction #blackfantasy #bookstagram #blackbookstagram #epicfantasy #afrofuturism #sciencefictionbooks #sffortheculture #blacksciencefiction #black authors #diverselit #diversebooks #letsreadownvoices #writingcommunity #black literature

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authorgeorgianakent · 2 years

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Happy Friday Book Friends! I'm interested, do you like love triangles? Comment with the best love triangle you've come across and the worst! Check out mine in the comments ❤️‍🔥🔺 * * * * * #authorscommunityofinstagram #authorsofinsta #authoress #diversebooks #diverselit #timetravelbookseries #timetravelbooks #fortheloveofreading #vscoreads #ilovetoread #socalbooksta #readwrsofinstagram #instareaders #readersofig #readerlife #bookworm #readerproblems #lovetriangle #lovetriangletroupe #fantasybooks #yafantasyseries #georgianakent #souldominion #writingtips #writergram #fantasyauthor #booktok #bookish #bookcommunity #bibliophile https://www.instagram.com/p/CcqCe-wIQJs/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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thethiefandtheairbender · 4 years

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Every time I think I’ve figured who he is, or who he is to me, something else sends me spinning.

#otp: when it felt like he did #infransedit #diverselit #my edits #my books #otp: then don't let me lose you

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nartunes · 4 years

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O que é a Arte?

Quando estávamos na época da escola, os professores de Arte sempre faziam está pergunta para cada um dos alunos.

Em geral todos respondiam coisas como:

“Aquilo que sentimos expresso em algo.”

“É o que vemos nos museus de Arte.”

Mas de fato, o que é a Arte?

A Arte começa pelo o que somos e ao mesmo tempo o que queremos transmitir ao mundo.

A Arte nada mais é do que a expressão dos sentimentos emoções humanas traduzidas e transformadas em Arte.

Assim, cada sentimento, cada detalhe é colocada em cada linha e fragmento da produção artística que é vasta no tempo em que vivemos.

Existem várias linguagens que compõem a Arte e muitas delas já estão em nosso dia a dia sem que muitos de nós nem percebemos:

Música

Teatro

Artes Visuais

Cinema

Dança

Escultura

Arquitetura Artística

Literatura

Também podemos acrescentar outras linguagens que nasceram junto com as inovações tecnológicas e a evolução acadêmica e de produção de conteúdos artísticos:

Fotografia

Video-Arte

Arte Digital

Histórias em Quadrinhos

Cada uma das linguagens aqui presentes, mostram como as pessoas podem conseguir trazem para dentro de seus trabalhos tudo o que esperam refletir e além disso inspirar outras pessoas com seus trabalhos.

E mesmo que sejam diferentes linguagens, todas têm um significado: “Ressignificar o significado da vida e buscar novos caminhos para compreender o nosso próprio mundo.”

Com todos esse aspectos abordados até aqui, o que é a Arte para você?

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Fonte de Pesquisas:

Toda Materia

História da Arte.Info

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#Nossa História #Nartunes Mundo #Art #nail art #Story Art #Vivências Acadêmicas na Vida #Cultura #diverselit

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sandydragon1 · 4 years

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WIP Intro: Quit Bugging Me

Genre: middle grade fantasy

Blurb: In a world where people are followed by animals that reflect their personality, Taylor is devastated when she starts being followed by companions of the creepy crawly variety. As her passionate science teacher's annual companion showcase rapidly approaches, Taylor's mind is abuzz with anxiety about what her newfound companions mean about who she is.

Status: fourth draft completed, preparing to revise

You can read this WIP on Wattpad here: https://www.wattpad.com/story/200211283-quit-bugging-me

Feel free to ask me anything you want about this!

#writing #wips #writeblr #middle grade #fantasy #my writing #children's fiction #mg #quit bugging me #qbm #wattpad #lgbt #poc #diverselit

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