One of the things I enjoy most about seeing people's reactions to my books is that moment right after they've read two or three of them, when their previously-hidden connections become apparent and they start freaking out. Good times. 
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Hey, Moonlit Getaway's interview with me just went live today. https://www.moonlitgetaway.com/post/author-interview-shantell-powell #WritingCommunity #AuthorsOfMastodon
MoonLit Getaway · Author Interview: Shantell PowellShantell Powell is a two-spirit swamp hag raised on the land and off the grid. She’s a graduate of the Writers’ Studio at Simon Fraser University and a Classics graduate from the University of New Brunswick.
I'm used to reading aloud. I've done a LOT of readings, including hour-long readings without once ever stumbling over my lines. Last night, possibly because I'd had a headache and gut issues all day, I stumbled three times during my reading, improvising and remixing my sentences as I went so it didn't sound awkward. And what do you know, it worked. The audience was literally leaning into my words.
The other authors did fantastic jobs. I want to buy all their books.
Afterwards, I bought Cherie Dimaline's "Hunting By Stars," and she signed it for me.
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I'll be reading here (CLVB-33 at the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity) tonight. Here's what I've chosen. https://www.thetemzreview.com/powell.html #AuthorsOfMastodon #WritingCommunity #ShortStory #FlashFiction #IndigenousCreatives
Ever wonder what it's actually like to be an author? In the four most recent episodes of "The Post Mortem Report," Ronald McGillvray & I discuss The Writer's Life, covering topics like Our Origin Stories, social media, and the "Tricks & Lies" of book-marketing scams.
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A little reminder that you can always visit my official website for information about my existing and upcoming releases. Social media platforms come and go but http://michaelshotter.com will always be there!
EPISODE 33 - AVAILABLE NOW! Join us for a featured post by Eva Mout, a brand-new "The Writer's Life" segment, and so much more! Also, Sherlock makes an appearance! 
YouTube:
https://youtu.be/AO18HhIVYPc
Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0iK6NiOIEBDKVsbnvIkFQD?si=e6dac3392a50442d
In this months writerly blog, I talk about how to create a unique voice for your characters.
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JACQUI GREAVESFinding a Character's VoiceWhat makes each character in a story shine? In part, it’s their voice. Voice is how characters wield dialogue, and it should be supported by the narrative. When reading a character’s internal...
My wife, Christina F. York, got her author copies of her new novel today, "Hungry Like the Wolf," the first Battletech romance! It started as an April fools joke, but there was so much response they decided to recruit Chris to surprise everyone on Valentine's day. This was done on such a tight schedule that she's only seeing it today. Note the technical pages. You don't see things like that in a romance novel very often!
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Time for an updated intro:
Greetings!
I'm an author of speculative fiction from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. I currently have eight published novel-length books, with a ninth on the way in early 2026!
You can find all sorts of info about my written works on my official website: http://michaelshotter.com
I am also the co-host of "The Post Mortem Report," a unique speculative-fiction authorcast that made its debut back in 2022: http://postmortemreport.com
I did plotting for book 2 of my current WIP and no matter how hard I try the dynamic for this couple is so fluffy: 'I want to hold your hand as the entire world spits and curses us' type of vibe. It'll be a while but wow will this be a shift from my typical 'the love interest is also the villain' novels.
Question: Are other authors dragged around by the wills of their characters?
I'm just bloody thrilled to share that I'm now represented by Becky LeJeune of Bond Literary Agency.
This is a game-changer for me!
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I've found a literary agent who loves the #GhostAssassinsOfBijou as much as I do! I'm going over the draft contract for representation and have fired back one question. Anything I should be looking out for?
My personal essay "The Ghosts of Forests Past" has just been published by ALOCASIA. Go check it out! https://alocasia.org/2025/03/01/shantell-powell-the-ghosts-of-forests-past/ #WritingCommunity #IndigenousCreatives #CNF #Forests #ecology #Deforestation #trees #essay #conservation #LitMag #AuthorsOfMastodon
On Tuesday, March 18, the graduating class of GrubStreet's LGBTQ+ Novel Immersive will be reading from their work. It's at 18:00 EST, and all are welcome. Come hear our stories! https://forms.gle/nebpLsP31pbc2PxK9 #LGBTQ #QueerBooks #WritingCommunity #AuthorsOfMastodon #Bookstodon
Google DocsRegistration for the Novel Immersive for LGBTQ+ Writers 2024-2025 Graduation ReadingThe graduation reading will take place virtually on Tuesday, March 18th at 6pm EST. The Zoom link will be emailed about 15 minutes before the event begins to anyone who fills out the following form. Thank you!
The five Ghost Assassin novellas have jetted off out into the world...first stop - a patient agent!
Tonight, I shall be sipping on prosecco (saving the champagne for acceptance day!)
Today, I have finished formatting my five novella manuscripts. I've also written the cover letter and am waiting for my critique crones to tell me if it's punchy enough. Then, my friends...then, I shall submit the sum of two year's work to my agent.
Terrific story just out from friend and ex-Aurora Street critique group member @carolscheina.bsky.social. A bookstore visited by multiple versions of the protagonist who write notes to each other. A beautiful story flowed. Strongly recommended.
https://translunartravelerslounge.com/2025/02/15/all-these-inscriptions-are-for-me-by-carol-scheina
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Translunar Travelers Lounge · All These Inscriptions Are for Me, by Carol ScheinaOn the outside, there was no indication that the warehouse down the street from my apartment stocked its shelves with books from parallel universes.
@Bookstodon, don't think I'd shared this: "Lombardi dramatizes events and complex states of mind with such swift richness that readers will feel fully immersed in the life of this saint-to-be, a young woman whose bold proclamations—those moments when “her angels push through her tongue”—can shock even herself." #AuthorsofMastodon https://booklife.com/booklife-review/9781963221077