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Ann Darlington
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I am a Canadian engineer who writes sci-fi & fantasy novels. I enjoy photography, hiking, gardening and cats. 🇨🇦
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I took a break from writing to do some crocheting. Now I'm back to working on revisions. My goal is to get it done before the end of October.
#WriteSky #writing #fantasy
October 1, 2026 at 3:46 AM
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He settled a hand on her hip and with a gentle tug, drew her against him. Kylie barely finished adjusting when he spun her around and they flew across the room.
Julian smiled. “I asked…” He deftly moved them, avoiding the other dancers.
“Did you signal a quick dance on purpose?”
#WIPSnips #fantasy
September 20, 2026 at 7:31 PM
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I'm revising some chapters near the end of my WIP. This section has some really good lines!

#amwriting #Writesky #fantasy
September 11, 2026 at 2:31 PM
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His warm breath hissed a sigh across her cheek.
#WIPSnips #WriteSky #fantasy
wipsnips.bsky.social ✨#WIPSnips✨ A Daily Writing Share Tag @wipsnips.bsky.social · 26d
The #WIPSnips word for September 6th is "sigh"

I'm sorry for this one. I know my characters sigh way too much. :D

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September 6, 2026 at 6:36 PM
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I have about 10 more chapters to revise in my WIP! We'll see how much I can get done this weekend. I'd like to get revisions done soon so I can work on a new story.
#WriteSky #fantasy
September 4, 2026 at 2:43 PM
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Jonathan has been remiss in buttoning the top of his jacket, she raised an eyebrow and he gave her a small tilt of his head.
#WipSnips #fantasy #amwriting
September 3, 2026 at 3:30 AM
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She decided to try on the cloak, at least it would keep her warm. It settled nicely across her shoulders. There was a beautiful golden butterfly clasp on the front to hold the cloak together.
#WIPSnips #fantasy #amwriting
August 27, 2026 at 7:13 PM
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Back to revisions!
#amwriting #fantasy #WriteSky
August 27, 2026 at 2:56 AM
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She wasn’t ready to stand in front of them and be their symbol of hope.
#WIPSnips #fantasy #amwriting
August 26, 2026 at 11:28 AM
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“My true nature is to be a trader. Have you ever wondered why traders travel in simple cloaks? It’s to ensure nobody realizes how much gold we’re carrying in our pockets.”
#WipSnips #fantasy #books
wipsnips.bsky.social ✨#WIPSnips✨ A Daily Writing Share Tag @wipsnips.bsky.social · Aug 5
The #WIPSnips word for August 5th is “carrier”

(Sorry y’all The scheduled post failed.)

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The word for August 5th is “carrier”
August 5, 2026 at 11:38 AM
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I've made good progress with revisions this week. I'm half-way through my WIP.
#writing #fantasy
July 30, 2026 at 2:31 AM
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I finished crocheting a scrap blanket recently. I'm putting off weaving in the tails to work on a new project. So far, I've made a couple of sample squares to decide which yarn I'd like to go with.
#crochet #hobbies
July 22, 2026 at 4:13 AM
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Dressed in a vest with golden toggles, sword dangling from his side, it was no wonder she almost mistook him for a prince. No, he was a prince.
#WipSnips
wipsnips.bsky.social ✨#WIPSnips✨ A Daily Writing Share Tag @wipsnips.bsky.social · Jul 13
Happy Monday! It's been a day!

The word for July 13th is "almost"

I am so sorry for this super late post. Thanks for those checking in. My scheduled post didn't go through & I was locked out my dayjob PC so I've been dealing with IT and just now realized.

Let's go!!

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WIPSnips a bluesky writing community tag July 13 - almost Share a line from your WIP with the daily word for inspiration Use #WIPSnips. Don't forget Alt Text for graphics Synonyms, variation and vibes are fine. Support others on the #WIPSnips tag! Hosted by rosie-j-potter.bsky.social The image behind the text is a border that is dark blue with gold stars with a black background with neon blue border. An illustrated caticorn holding a pencil and writing in a book with a rose behind one ear is in the lower right corner. A different version of the same illustrated caticorn is curled up writing in the lower left corner
July 13, 2026 at 10:46 PM
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“I’ve made my choices already, Father. You shouldn’t judge my reluctance to enter the competition as evidence that I don’t take it seriously,” he said through gritted teeth.
#WIPSnips #fantasy #WriteSky
July 1, 2026 at 12:34 AM
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A snippet from my fantasy novel.

#FridaySpark #amwriting #fantasy
Writing snippet: Odelle let out a sigh. “Kylie, whatever Gavin may have suggested, it's conjecture. I understand you're distressed about the fate of the Westriver route and this fantasy would save it, but nothing is simple. Traders have to work to be successful. Prince Julian and Farthington need you. Don't abandon him to go on a foolish fancy.”
June 26, 2026 at 10:08 PM
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I'm going to try to dive back into my revisions tonight. It should go quickly if I can immerse myself back into the story.
#writingcommunity
June 12, 2026 at 9:53 PM
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I can write anywhere. When the weather is nice, I like to sit and write outside.
#MomsWritersClub
thegallowcat.bsky.social Shay Galloway @thegallowcat.bsky.social · Jun 11
#MomsWritersClub 6.10 Q1: Do you have to work in one place or can you write anywhere?
June 11, 2026 at 3:55 AM
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My crochet blanket must have at least 80 hexagons and I still need at least 20 more to finish.
#crochet
Close-up of a crochet blanket. Hexagon motifs, assorted colours in the middle of the motifs with a cream coloured background.
June 3, 2026 at 11:47 PM
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I've been crocheting a scrap blanket of hexagon motifs. I haven't quite figured out how long to make it yet. It looks like I might need to buy a new ball of the base colour. But, I'll still have used up more yarn from my stash than I bought.🤷‍♀️
#hobbies #crochet
June 1, 2026 at 2:19 AM
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She wanted him to yell at her, to rage against her betrayal, but he was silent. “Julian?”
#WriteSky #WritingCommunity #fantasy #WipSnips
May 29, 2026 at 3:39 PM
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I've been catching up on my reading. Although, I've been adding books to my TBR list faster than I'm getting through them.
#amreading #WritingCommunity
May 29, 2026 at 1:59 AM
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She needed a steaming cup of tea to calm her nerves before she walked to the castle.

#WipSnips #WriteSky #amwriting
May 14, 2026 at 1:06 PM
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He looked as relaxed as if he was sitting at a picnic, not competing in a quest that would decide their fates.
#WIPSnips #WriteSky #fantasy
May 10, 2026 at 10:45 PM
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Thank you @goodwords.bsky.social for hosting #CRPnessie during #CampRevPit!
goodwords.bsky.social Iris Andersi | POTIONS UNINCORPORATED @goodwords.bsky.social · May 1
#CRPnessie #CampRevPit

Prompt Day 12 (5/1):

Say thanks! Who are you grateful to have met while on your writing journey? Who are the wise wizards in your life? Who are the compassionate familiars who go out of their way to encourage you? Any fellow campers you'd like to say thank you to?

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#CRPnessie #CampRevPit Prompt Day 12 (5/1): Say thanks! Who are you grateful to have met while on your writing journey? Who are the wise wizards in your life? Who are the compassionate familiars who go out of their way to encourage you?
May 2, 2026 at 3:33 AM
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I've been procrastinating from doing revisions on my WIP by learning how to use photoshop. I find it's very relaxing to draw and do colouring. I think it will be a while before I can draw people, but I'm improving on drawing objects.
#amwriting #creative #drawing
May 1, 2026 at 2:39 PM