Trump and his Administration dragged the evils of American history into the present day. Violence, murder, and starvation sit at the table while American peoples and persons within the boarder are laid out on platers. Blood spills onto the Klan's old hoods used as table cloths.

Short works require so much more attention to detail and word choices.

*Something inspirational and challenging* "My Entry to the Smithsonian: An Exhibit on American Greatness" is a non-comprehensive, non-fiction piece that looks at American greatness. einetogicuentos.blogspot.com…

I have read some of these stories and they're great. She makes the past and the fantastical tangible.

On May 1, 1865, in Charleston, South Carolina, thousands of newly freed Black Americans gathered for what was then called Decoration Day—the first Memorial Day observance. They held a procession and placed flowers on the graves of Union soldiers who had died fighting to end slavery, honoring those who helped secure their freedom. nps.gov/articles/000/african…

You should preorder it because it's gonna be good!!!

Fantasy Ghosts Folklore Indigenous Issues #indiepit #ownvoices #CS #SARC

Attn: girl authors: WisCon is a feminist science fiction & fantasy convention held annually. Join them for  WisCon 48 during U.S. Memorial Day Weekend, May 21-25, 2026! WisCon 48 will be a completely online convention. Wiscon.net

You've been waiting for news: what comes next since Conquest is closing? I have answers! Sign up for my newsletter to be the first to get the announcement! (Link in Bio or Comment 🐾 for a DM with a direct link!) #amwriting #writingcommunity

I would like to announce that I have started an English Consulting business for presentation coaching, writing/editing, and conversation practice. spurgeonenglish.com

Trust @MKBHD, he knows phones!! youtu.be/Hc0aqOEU2w8?si=QzCf…

I still have a long TBR but I want to read more horror. Any recommendations?

I'm gonna say man, because when I was 18, I thought I was a woman. My understanding of age was quite different Any thoughts, #writingcommunity

The Inner Circle is a special group for readers who want access to my books before they release and would love to help me get the books to other readers. Application form is open now. forms.gle/jDXYPi8e6R5WhPU6A

Hello 👋🏾 I’m Abasiama Udom. Educator, psychological suspense writer (stories about faith, guilt and the consequences of choice), editor of Stripes Literary Magazine (@thestripesmag), and founder of the Naija Indie Book Fair. Checkout my work abasiamaudom.weebly.com

Dear friends, We are creating a readers directory at NIBF. If you are a reader, register and have your details easy to find by authors. Authors, get ready to enjoy a hub where you get information for readers and help boost your work. naijaindiebookfair.weebly.co…

K-Pop Demon hunters but for adults?! Something where the MC is Latina her weapon of choice is not a sword but an Aztec macuahuitl, instead of iridescence she exuded fire, LGBT rep, marginalized characters of different cultures? #Unhingedpit #ya #ownvoices

#unhingedpit should the fate of the world be in the hands of a Demon possessed Witch and a little boy with golden eyes? Probably not but here we are. #fantasy #amquerying

"Actually, I do not balance. I do not think we could ever achieve accurate balance but, I catch myself quickly when I am over focused in one area." Read the full mini interview abasiamaudom.weebly.com/blog…

I've been lucky enough to read many of these as a beta reader. From darkness to a melodious song sung on the breeze, Veronica captures the soul so often overlooked.

@thestripesmag is open for submissions for issue 6.1. Theme: places Deadline: 28th February, 2026.