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Announcement: My New Podcast – Acutely Amanda: Fiction, Folklore, & Fiber Arts

March 25, 2025 Leave a comment
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I’ve always believed that stories aren’t only told through what we read with our eyes (or fingers, in the case of braille)—they’re also heard. But up until now, most of my content has focused on the visual. After months of writing, recording, and researching, I’m thrilled to share something new:

🎧 Acutely Amanda: Fiction, Folklore, & Fiber Arts officially launched today!

Whether you’ve been reading my blog for years or just found me while searching for a book review of Maybe in Another Life, this podcast brings together the threads of everything I love—fiction, folklore, and fiber arts.

What is Acutely Amanda?

Each season of the Acutely Amanda podcast has its own focus:

🌀 Odd-numbered seasons center on fiction and the writing life—featuring microfiction, drabbles, and flash fiction paired with behind-the-scenes insights and craft discussions.

🧶 Even-numbered seasons (coming soon!) shift gears into the world of making—crochet, sewing, needlework, and more—with fascinating facts about each craft and its history.

Season 1 includes 10 bite-sized episodes exploring themes like grief, queerness, housing, and aging—all wrapped in compelling short stories and thoughtful commentary.
If you’ve ever wished my blog had a podcast sidekick, this is it.

📅 New episodes drop every Tuesday at noon ET.

🎧 Where to Listen

Why a Podcast?

Over the years, many of you have told me you love my stories and blog—but that audio works better for how you process and enjoy content. I wanted to make my storytelling more accessible, and podcasting felt like the natural next step.

As I worked on Season 1, I realized I wanted to give space to another passion—crafting. So I built a format that celebrates both:
✨ The real life behind the stories, and the stories behind the stitches.

And yes, the very first episode features a duck named Big Boye. 🦆

Support & Sneak Peeks

📬 Subscribe to the newsletter for sneak previews of future seasons
☕ Support me on Ko-fi to help keep the podcast going (and growing!)

Thank you for reading, listening, and stitching this journey together with me. I can’t wait to hear what you think. 💙

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Announcement: Special FREE Newsletter Exclusives

January 28, 2025 Leave a comment
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Hello, my lovely readers! If you enjoy my writing, do I have some special news for you. This year, my Microfiction Monthly Newsletter is getting an exciting new feature, and I’m thrilled to share it with you!

What’s New?

Starting this year, I’m launching a special series within the newsletter that will feature exclusive background stories about the characters you already know and love from Ecstatic Evil, the first book in the Tova Gallagher series. Why am I doing this? Because—drumroll, please…

The sequel is coming out this year!

Yayyyyyyy!

But that’s not all! Newsletter subscribers will also get a sneak peek at new characters with scenes not featured in either of the books. Plus, you’ll be the first to know the title, see the cover reveal, and more! This is your chance to dive deeper into Tova’s world and get to know the characters on a whole new level before the next book drops.

Not familiar with Tova Gallagher’s world?
You’re in luck! You can get the ebook version of Ecstatic Evil, the first book in the series, for FREE through the end of January. Get it using the buttons below.

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By subscribing to my newsletter, you’ll get:

  • Exclusive Microfiction: Each month, enjoy a new piece of microfiction, under 1,000 words, that explores Tova’s world and gives you fresh content to keep you hooked.
  • Sneak Peeks and Updates: Be the first to hear about new releases, upcoming events, and special announcements—like when the sequel to Ecstatic Evil is officially coming out!
  • Exclusive Background Stories: This year, I’m delving into the backstories of your favorite characters and introducing new ones, giving you more insight into the world of demons, angels, and romance that Tova navigates.
  • Quarterly Free Book Events and Sales: Every quarter, you’ll get notifications about free book events and sales, so you can snag some of my work at a great price.
  • One Microfiction a Month: No spam! You’ll only get one microfiction a month, a confirmation email, and quarterly notes about free book events and sales. I promise I’ll never overwhelm your inbox.

Ready for Your First Piece of Microfiction?

By signing up for the newsletter, you’ll get instant access to your first piece of exclusive microfiction right away! I can’t wait for you to join the fun, and I’m so excited to share Tova’s continuing journey with you.

Sign up below and get ready to dive into even more of Tova Gallagher’s world!

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