Bruce Johnson, Author/Traveler
@brucejohnsonauthor.bsky.social
My 'job' is to write crime fiction. So if you see me while I'm traveling the world, I'm likely thinking of ways to add more bodies to my stories.
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Introductory post time. Here's what you can expect from this account
The tribulations of writing novels
Comments on my travel adventures (including pictures)
Occasional dachshund photos
Other random thoughts
And we'll start out with a picture. El Teide on Tenerife
The tribulations of writing novels
Comments on my travel adventures (including pictures)
Occasional dachshund photos
Other random thoughts
And we'll start out with a picture. El Teide on Tenerife
Going all the way back for this one. It's from my never-to-be-published, first completed manuscript. Back before I knew (was told 😆) that flashbacks can be death to pacing if not done properly (spoiler: I didn't) #darlingsIkilled #booknerd #booklover #authorslife
October 5, 2026 at 1:15 PM
Going all the way back for this one. It's from my never-to-be-published, first completed manuscript. Back before I knew (was told 😆) that flashbacks can be death to pacing if not done properly (spoiler: I didn't) #darlingsIkilled #booknerd #booklover #authorslife
From my work-in-progress, THE STICK UP. An example of a small change between drafts. After the edit, Rhonda still approaches the house, but the person holding the gun is already in the house. Because tension. 😆 #darlingsIkilled #booknerd #booklover #authorslife
September 28, 2026 at 1:15 PM
From my work-in-progress, THE STICK UP. An example of a small change between drafts. After the edit, Rhonda still approaches the house, but the person holding the gun is already in the house. Because tension. 😆 #darlingsIkilled #booknerd #booklover #authorslife
This snippet was removed from my WiP, THE STICK UP. Gunplay is always challenging for me to write because what I know about weapons is "Point at target. Pull trigger." Trust me, that's not enough to be realistic.😆 #darlingsIkilled #books #writing #thrillers
September 21, 2026 at 3:52 PM
This snippet was removed from my WiP, THE STICK UP. Gunplay is always challenging for me to write because what I know about weapons is "Point at target. Pull trigger." Trust me, that's not enough to be realistic.😆 #darlingsIkilled #books #writing #thrillers
This snippet was removed from my manuscript, THE FARM, very early in the process. Turns out readers don't need the boring details, even if there might be a chuckle as the payoff. #darlingsIkilled #booknerd #booklover #authorslife
September 14, 2026 at 2:15 PM
This snippet was removed from my manuscript, THE FARM, very early in the process. Turns out readers don't need the boring details, even if there might be a chuckle as the payoff. #darlingsIkilled #booknerd #booklover #authorslife
This is the life of an author on social media. Sooooo many people are willing to help out. 😂 #writingcommunity #authorslife
September 11, 2026 at 3:52 PM
This is the life of an author on social media. Sooooo many people are willing to help out. 😂 #writingcommunity #authorslife
It's Pub Day!!! My latest story AHEAD OF THE COMPETITION is now available in the latest Crimeucopia anthology "Canadian Chronicles" from Murderous Ink Press. #thriller #crimefiction #author #newbook www.amazon.com/dp/B0HBC6CYXT
September 8, 2026 at 3:52 PM
It's Pub Day!!! My latest story AHEAD OF THE COMPETITION is now available in the latest Crimeucopia anthology "Canadian Chronicles" from Murderous Ink Press. #thriller #crimefiction #author #newbook www.amazon.com/dp/B0HBC6CYXT
This snippet was removed from the second draft of The Farm, the manuscript that my agent currently has out on submission. The book is in first person, and this bit is my protagonist describing why, in part, he's sarcastic. I mean, I know why, but the reader... 😆 #darlingsIkilled #booknerd #booklover
September 7, 2026 at 6:49 PM
This snippet was removed from the second draft of The Farm, the manuscript that my agent currently has out on submission. The book is in first person, and this bit is my protagonist describing why, in part, he's sarcastic. I mean, I know why, but the reader... 😆 #darlingsIkilled #booknerd #booklover
This snippet is from my work-in-progress, a humorous investigation manuscript about the theft of maple syrup. Because what ISN'T funny about maple syrup? 😆 #darlingsIkilled #amwriting #writingcommunity #amediting
August 31, 2026 at 2:02 PM
This snippet is from my work-in-progress, a humorous investigation manuscript about the theft of maple syrup. Because what ISN'T funny about maple syrup? 😆 #darlingsIkilled #amwriting #writingcommunity #amediting
I'm starting a new personal project. Every Monday, I'm going to resurrect some darlings that I killed during the editing process. To find out why, check out my Substack post: lacanuck.substack.com/p/darlings-i... #darlingsIkilled #writingcommunity #amwriting #amediting
August 24, 2026 at 5:45 PM
I'm starting a new personal project. Every Monday, I'm going to resurrect some darlings that I killed during the editing process. To find out why, check out my Substack post: lacanuck.substack.com/p/darlings-i... #darlingsIkilled #writingcommunity #amwriting #amediting
Imagine my surprise (and unimaginable delight) when I found my name among the Honorable Mentions for the Alfred Hitchcock Mystery Magazine's flash fiction contest. What a way to start a week. #writingcommunity #amwriting #ahmm
February 23, 2026 at 4:52 PM
Imagine my surprise (and unimaginable delight) when I found my name among the Honorable Mentions for the Alfred Hitchcock Mystery Magazine's flash fiction contest. What a way to start a week. #writingcommunity #amwriting #ahmm
February 16, 2026 at 4:52 PM
Who knew it would be twenty years after leaving Los Angeles that I would finally get to see the #sanandreasfault #traveltheworld #travelphotography
February 2, 2026 at 4:52 PM
Who knew it would be twenty years after leaving Los Angeles that I would finally get to see the #sanandreasfault #traveltheworld #travelphotography
I've spent all my free time over the last two days trying to create two paragraphs describing WHY my protagonist would do what I need him to do so the rest of the book can happen. I'm not napping. I'm thinking. Promise. #amwriting #writingcommunity
January 27, 2026 at 4:52 PM
I've spent all my free time over the last two days trying to create two paragraphs describing WHY my protagonist would do what I need him to do so the rest of the book can happen. I'm not napping. I'm thinking. Promise. #amwriting #writingcommunity
January 25, 2026 at 8:17 PM
Cracking 75K in my work-in-progress is a Christmas miracle. 😂 #writingcommunity #amwriting
December 25, 2025 at 7:46 PM
Cracking 75K in my work-in-progress is a Christmas miracle. 😂 #writingcommunity #amwriting
A last article (for now) talking about AI and writing. Specifically about why AI-generated books aren't likely to be as bad for business as authors suspect. bit.ly/496zEFc #writingcommunity #ai
December 23, 2025 at 4:52 PM
A last article (for now) talking about AI and writing. Specifically about why AI-generated books aren't likely to be as bad for business as authors suspect. bit.ly/496zEFc #writingcommunity #ai
The area in front of Toronto's City Hall is very busy the Saturday evening before Christmas. #traveltheworld #torontocityhall #chrustmad
December 21, 2025 at 4:52 PM
The area in front of Toronto's City Hall is very busy the Saturday evening before Christmas. #traveltheworld #torontocityhall #chrustmad
The difference between the East and West side of #aruba is massive. All because of the trade wind in the southern Caribbean. #traveltheworld #travelphotography
December 15, 2025 at 2:44 PM
The difference between the East and West side of #aruba is massive. All because of the trade wind in the southern Caribbean. #traveltheworld #travelphotography
There's something awesome about watching animals just go about their day. #traveltheworld #aruba #ttavelphotography
December 12, 2025 at 4:52 PM
There's something awesome about watching animals just go about their day. #traveltheworld #aruba #ttavelphotography
I'm pretty certain 'iguana' is an imperial unit of measure. 😂 #aruba #traveltheworld #travelphotography
December 11, 2025 at 7:46 PM
I'm pretty certain 'iguana' is an imperial unit of measure. 😂 #aruba #traveltheworld #travelphotography
Sunsets on #aruba are considered to be among the most spectacular in the world. Your call. #traveltheworld #sunset #travelphotography
December 11, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Sunsets on #aruba are considered to be among the most spectacular in the world. Your call. #traveltheworld #sunset #travelphotography
Suck it, fantasy fans. I got an email from George R.R. Martin the other day, and you didn't. Not only does he want to chat with me, he even signed the email 'Steve Martini', so I'd know he wants to keep this quiet.
I live such a blessed life.
😂
#writingcommunity #scams #spam #georgerrmartin
I live such a blessed life.
😂
#writingcommunity #scams #spam #georgerrmartin
December 10, 2025 at 7:46 PM
Suck it, fantasy fans. I got an email from George R.R. Martin the other day, and you didn't. Not only does he want to chat with me, he even signed the email 'Steve Martini', so I'd know he wants to keep this quiet.
I live such a blessed life.
😂
#writingcommunity #scams #spam #georgerrmartin
I live such a blessed life.
😂
#writingcommunity #scams #spam #georgerrmartin
If you're trail running in Arikok on Aruba, be aware that tree branches will jump into your path. Branches with sharp, spiky parts #trailrunning #arikok #aruba #travektheworld
December 10, 2025 at 4:52 PM
If you're trail running in Arikok on Aruba, be aware that tree branches will jump into your path. Branches with sharp, spiky parts #trailrunning #arikok #aruba #travektheworld
When I don't post pictures, it's usually because I'm in Toronto and there isn't much worth sharing. But right now... #aruba #traveltheworld
December 8, 2025 at 4:52 PM
When I don't post pictures, it's usually because I'm in Toronto and there isn't much worth sharing. But right now... #aruba #traveltheworld