mastodon 4.7.3I write epic and contemporary fantasy novels along with all sorts of varied shorter fiction - SF, Steampunk, Dark Fantasy. She/her. All opinions I post here are absolutely my own. You can find out a whole lot more at julietemckenna.com
I am one of the nearly 10,000 authors contributing our names to Don't Steal This Book; a protest launched today at the London Book Fair.
If AI developers wish to use our work in their software they can ask us for permission. If we agree, they can pay us to license it on clearly defined terms.
This is how copyright operates.
Tech companies ignoring copyright is theft. For the UK government to even consider allowing this to continue is a disgrace.
I gather the SF&F subgenre formerly referred to as 'blokes in cloaks' is now to be known as 'mantasy', and may be considered the counterpart to 'guy fi'. You may now go on with your day.
Your reminder that legislation to curb the rights of trans people to use restrooms or do anything else means everyone's behaviour, clothing etc will be opened up to intrusive and unwanted scrutiny and potential challenge in our daily lives.
This is not a 'them' issue. Trans rights are human rights.
I don't want Yes/Not Now or Yes/Maybe Later options when I'm offered added AI for software that has always worked fine without it. I want Yes/No, not now, not ever, not this side of the heat death of the universe.
I politely suggest those surprised to hear King Charles III refer to the importance of checks and balances on the exercise of power by those in authority do some reading on how King Charles I and King Charles II handled these things and the consequences for all concerned.
"ICE came to Newford. Big mistake."
A free novelet from Charles de Lint. Download the ebook here.
https://www.charlesdelint.com/IceOut.html
I am looking forward to reading this!
Reading done, so now it can be shared 😊
The Green Man's Debt will be out in September from Wizard's Tower Press. Those up to date with the series will recall Dan asking someone for a favour. That marker's been called in, and this takes Dan and Fin to Ireland.
This hedgehog arrives to find our resident mighty hunter intent on a mouse that's scurried out of her reach, hiding in those stacked bricks. Initially cautious, the hedgehog realises the cat isn't interested in it and decides to have a quick snack. The cat has no idea that it's there.
Book Quote Wednesday's word is 'free' #BookQW
Livak's at liberty to do whatever she wishes - once she can decide on her most profitable course of action. Secondary world epic fantasy not from the point of view of some chosen one or long-lost royal heir. Livak works for herself.
Available internationally from a wide range of retailers. The Wizard's Tower Press website offers full details.
https://wizardstowerpress.com/books-2/books-by-juliet-e-mckenna/the-thiefs-gamble/
Amazon UK https://www.amazon.co.uk/Thiefs-Gamble-Tales-Einarinn-Book-ebook/dp/B009PNTDB0/
News of this year's book dates and the next Green Man title, as well as where to find a podcast short story from me - over on the blog.
And a reminder - I'm useless at newsletters, so you can sign up for an email alert whenever I post something new there.
https://www.julietemckenna.com/this-years-book-dates-and-a-podcast-short-story/
I have now added The Tiny Book Case pin badge to my convention lanyard, as I thoroughly enjoyed writing a short story for Ben and Nico's podcast, and then hearing and discussing their stories. These were all very different even though we were working from the same single-word prompt of 'Whip'.
See podlink at https://pod.link/1524142040/episode/QnV6enNwcm91dC0xODk2NTc3OQ orwherever you get your podcasts from.
The following episode will be our highly enjoyable, more general chat about writing, books and more besides.
Book Quote Wednesday's word is 'family' #BookQW
Dan Mackmain's prepared to meet most supernatural challenges head-on, but this enemy has gone behind his back, and that's a big problem. Modern fantasy rooted in British myths and folklore, widely available from a range of retailers.
For a full range of UK and international purchase options, visit The Wizard's Tower Press website.
https://wizardstowerpress.com/books-2/books-by-juliet-e-mckenna/the-green-mans-war/
Amazon UK https://www.amazon.co.uk/Green-Mans-War-Juliet-McKenna-ebook/dp/B0DKFT293X/
Book Quote Wednesday's word is 'quick' #BookQW
Dan's hunting a killer and he needs to move fast to prevent another death. That's very much easier said than done.
The Green Man's Quarry is contemporary fantasy blending myths and legends, ancient and modern.
For a comprehensive range of national and international purchase options, visit the Wizard's Tower Press website.
https://wizardstowerpress.com/books-2/books-by-juliet-e-mckenna/the-green-mans-quarry/
Amazon UK https://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/1913892646/
My updated Eastercon schedule is on my blog for your reference.
Find out where you can come to learn the title of this year's Green Man book, and hear a reading from it to spark your interest...
https://www.julietemckenna.com/my-eastercon-schedule-update/
Book Quote Wednesday's word is 'better' #BookQW
The Green Man sends Dan Mackmain to sort out clashes between the supernatural and the everyday world. Dan's mum is a dryad and learning to use the abilities he inherited with his greenwood blood definitely improves his chances. He does still have a few things to work out, though.
Amazon https://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/191795011X/
Kobo https://www.kobo.com/gb/en/ebook/the-green-man-s-holiday
A full range of UK and international purchase options from Wizard's Tower Press
https://wizardstowerpress.com/books-2/books-by-juliet-e-mckenna/the-green-mans-holiday/
Husband rings the car insurance people to ask why his renewal quote is ludicrously high, when compared to mine and Resident Son's on a percentage basis.
Bloke on phone starts explaining, Ah well, Sir, these days, the increased cost of car parts...
Husband politely cuts him off to explain he works in motor manufacturing and offers to list the parts that are common to his model of Skoda and the Skodas his wife and son drive.
Renewal quote comes down to something sensible very swiftly.
Many of you will be familiar with the splendid book blog Runalong the Shelves.
I was very pleased to answer a few questions about The Green Man's War and some other things.
You can find the interview here
https://www.runalongtheshelves.net/interviews/2024/12/6/interviewing-juliet-e-mckenna
