Have you ever wanted to write a series? 🥰 Join me on Tuesday, February 4 at 7 PM EST 🥰 Learn more: attend.ocls.org/event/12448957 #writingtips #writingcommunity

Fresh starts aren’t just for January—I’m reclaiming February. 💫 This month, I’m resetting my writing and workout goals with three journals to keep me on track. ✨ Want to join me? Learn more: shannonathompson.com/2025/02/03/3-b…

100% of funds raised by the general public go directly to programs that help close the book on child marriage: give.vowforgirls.org/fundraiser/604…

Querying writers: just your regular reminder that I had two periods of not being able to get published for years on end and now I've sold half a million copies. Don't give up.

Thank you to everyone who came out to my virtual writing webinar last night! My next free class is about writing a standout query letter. It takes place on April 29, as part of a traditional publishing bootcamp. Check out my class and many others: attend.ocls.org/event/12145872

MAGIC WHALES IN AN ARTIC SEA? A GIRL CURSED TO TURN INTO A MONSTER IF HER HEART EVER BREAKS? WITH A COVER THATS A PIECE OF ART? PLEASE READ BREAK WIDE THE SEA IT WILL WRECK YOU.

There’s a Japanese legend that says, “If you feel like you’re losing everything, remember, trees lose their leaves every year, yet they still stand tall and wait for better days to come.”

COVER REVEAL FOR YOUR NEXT FAVOURITE URBAN FANTASY 🎉 The Grim Reaper (reimagined as an African assassin born with a killing curse) teams up with a Jamaican empath to solve crimes in London. Art by the one and only SEBASTIEN Raymond Pre-order penguin.co.uk/books/455385/t…

Ever wonder what a year of pursuing traditional #publishing REALLY looks like? ✨ I’m pulling back the curtain on my journey—revisions, pivots, and all. Plus, I made graphs because publishing is chaos, and data makes it fun. 🤓 #writingcommunity shannonathompson.com/2025/02/24/a-y…

✨ Want readers to OBSESS over your fantasy characters? ✨ I’m sharing #writingtips on my blog. 💫 shannonathompson.com/2025/03/03/how…

✨ Want to know the biggest #writingtips I learned from Big Five editors last year? 👀📖 I’m sharing exclusive, behind-the-scenes insights with my newsletter subscribers next week–and you don’t want to miss it! 💌 Learn more: shannonathompson.us11.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=87…

I'm giving away a physical ARC of SALVACIÓN by sandraproudman.bsky.social 🙌🙌🙌 This Zorro retelling is full of salt magic, adventure, and a swoon-worthy romance. Y'all are going to love this book 💜 Details going out in my newsletter on Tuesday: shannonathompson.us11.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=87…

I have been waiting for this moment for SO LONG. Friends, are you ready for my first ever cover reveal 😭😭🥰❤️??Working on this book with Haikal has been such a dream come true. I cannot wait for all of you to read it! Pre-order link in bio!

🍀 Is your story feeling a little too lucky? 🍀 Learn the the dos and don’ts of luck in storytelling: shannonathompson.com/2025/03/17/how… #writingcommunity #StPatricksDay2025

This month, I have two amazing events!!! On April 26: The Fantasy Book Market in Kansas City! I’m so excited to meet ALL the readers💜📚 On April 29, I’m teaching a free webinar on writing a standout query letter. 🫶 Learn more: shannonathompson.com/2025/04/07/upc…

Everyone in publishing: read this and rage. vanityfair.com/news/story/met…

Thank you to everyone who came out to my #querying webinar last night! My next event is on July 15. Learn more: attend.ocls.org/event/13372158

What’s the difference between Dystopian vs. Post-Apocalyptic? Why are these genres back, and how can your book stand out in the resurgence? 📚 I’m breaking it all down (+ what agents & editors are actually looking for in these genres right now): shannonathompson.com/2025/06/02/the…

a rare log-in just to share this wonderful character art by Talita Asami 🖤💜 she captured my dark rural romantasy perfectly. I'm so grateful for artists!