Alicia Austen

Writer. Blogger. Editor. Bookworm. Silent movie fanatic. Fashion freak. Punk rocker. Tea snob. History nerd. Often witty, and never boring.

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We are deeply saddened by the passing of John Lewis. His life-long mission for justice, equality and freedom left a permanent impression on our nation and world. The NAACP extends our sincerest condolences to his family, and we send prayers of comfort and strength to all.

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Call for submissions: LANDMARKS Poetry and Prose Series https://t.co/TEGGttWroz via @wordpressdotcom

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Started my week with a second-degree burn via Pop Tart filling. Simultaneously hilarious and painful. #poptart #imanidiot

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Thanks for including me in such an epic series!

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Thank you to the 118 writers who participated in our MY FRONT DOOR Series! https://t.co/4EIXROGna3 via @wordpressdotcom

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CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS (5/31/20 deadline) -- WEARING A MASK Poetry & Prose Series: https://t.co/r8s2vJ064c

#callforsubmissions #poetry #poems #writingprompts #prose

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LAST CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS (4/30/20):

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Writers, anytime is a good time to read Aristotle's POETICS. Find this writing guide from 335 BC -- which still can't be beat -- for free at Project Gutenberg: https://t.co/mkCSsowap5

#Aristotle #poetry #writingguide

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SUBMISSIONS PERIOD ENDS ON 4/30/20: https://t.co/cLQuxYiJ68

#Submissions #callforsubmissions #poetry #prose #poetrymonth

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FREE Kindle version of Silver Birch Press BUKOWSKI ANTHOLOGY from 4/20-4/24/20: https://t.co/Ym9dP5Uh1G

#CharlesBukowski #poetrymonth #Bukowski #poetry #art #FreeKindle #freebooks #ebooks

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"Saw you at the hop," poem by @PatrickReardon (MY FRONT DOOR Series): https://t.co/FZOUnkj4jy

#poetry #poetrymonth #marriage #relationships #POEMS #ChicagoAuthors

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"J'adore My Door," poem by Karyl Carmignani (MY FRONT DOOR Series): https://t.co/UDdXiYv5DT

#poetry #PoetryMonth #Quarantine #QuarantineLife #ShelterInPlace #CatsOfTheQuarantine #cats

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The Silver Birch Press blog reaches a major milestone! https://t.co/oeRCKnABck

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"City of Refuge," poem by James Schwartz @queeraspoetry (MY FRONT DOOR Series): https://t.co/08ZPwnLgW3

#poetry #Hawaii #PoetryMonth

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Thanks for featuring my poem!

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"Ajar is a sacred word," poem by Alicia Austen (MY FRONT DOOR Series): https://t.co/JGDjJeg2hP

#poetry #PoetryMonth #QuarantineLife #writing

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FREE Kindle version of the Silver Birch Press ALICE IN WONDERLAND ANTHOLOGY -- April 8-10, 2020: https://t.co/wY1gWkJrpM

#FreeKindle #FreeEbook #AliceInWonderland #LewisCarroll

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Call for submissions (April 30, 2020 deadline): https://t.co/cLQuxYiJ68

#Callforsubmissions #Submissions #poetry #prose #QuarantineLife

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This is Hulk and Stitch. Stitch was not a fan of acquiring a little brother. Now they won’t stop cuddling. Both 13/10

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"Unlocking My Front Door," poem by Daniel McGinn (MY FRONT DOOR Series): https://t.co/TiAOrS17jL

#poetry #poems #poets #originalpoetry #newpoetry #poetweet

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Call for submissions -- poetry & prose (April 30, 2020 deadline): https://t.co/cLQuxYiJ68

[Alicia Austen @AustenAlicia]

If you're not listening to the new album by @ThelmaandtheSle this weekend, what are you even doing with your life?