H. R. Gordon

on 🧵s now. Sometimes i get lost in worlds that don’t exist and ask imaginary folks for directions. 📚 WIP: Narrative NF; Psychological F; poetry collection.

[H. R. Gordon @hr_gordon]

BETA READER CALL! Looking for new and emerging authors who want to better understand the industry and the different paths to publishing to beta read my guidebook #TheBusinessofBooks. Reply or DM if interested! #BookTwitter #authorcommunity

[caroline :) @soonrightaway]

she should play both Link and Zelda like it’s an Eddie Murphy movie

[Jessica Chastain @jes_chastain]

“It is with profound disappointment that we report the industry CEOs have walked away from the bargaining table after refusing to counter our latest offer. We have negotiated with them in good faith, despite the fact that last week they presented an offer that was, shockingly, worth less than they proposed before the strike began.

Our resolve is unwavering. Join us on picket lines and at solidarity events around the country and let your voices be heard.

One day longer. One day stronger. As long as it takes.”

- Your TV/Theatrical Negotiating Committee

[H. R. Gordon @hr_gordon]

I am so genuinely grateful that in 2023, I don’t do an ounce of work I don’t enjoy—and I do it all on my own time.

This morning?

A 7-mile hike was in order before getting the day started.

[Lauren Spieller @laurenspieller]

Psst. I am opening to queries this coming week. Pass it on.

[H. R. Gordon @hr_gordon]

@BookSpotlight My mood board for my WIP magical realism!

[H. R. Gordon @hr_gordon]

I sent out my MS to beta readers yesterday and already got feedback from someone! Granted, it’s a brief guidebook, but still!

[H. R. Gordon @hr_gordon]

Fabulous 🧵 on the value of persistence and showing up every day.

[Kevin Maloney @kevinrmaloney]

The most important lesson I ever learned as a writer:

When I was 28 I was at a bar on a Friday night. My friends and I were dancing and getting wasted and having an amazing night, when I looked around and noticed that my buddy Clark was missing.

I asked my buddy Jeremy, “Hey

[H. R. Gordon @hr_gordon]

I don’t know when I became a person that regularly eats kale. But this is my second meal of the day featuring kale, and I’m having an identity crisis.

[H. R. Gordon @hr_gordon]

@sameergadhia is a world class storyteller. (And truly a fucking rock star.)

[🎏 | autistic gay wizard @wizardsofautism]

neurodivergent gifted kids in school:

“PLEASE stop kicking my desk leg”

“this assignment was too easy, im already done. can i draw/read now?”

“you took my pencil earlier. i NEED it back”

“can’t we just stay inside for recess?”

“i have to organize my m&ms before i eat them”

[H. R. Gordon @hr_gordon]

The new books I ordered to read and potentially incorporate into my new class syllabus for the fall came in! Can’t wait to teach Sex, Gender, and Pop Culture!

[H. R. Gordon @hr_gordon]

Today I had coffee with one author + a phone call with another discussing printing, marketing, contract negotiations, and more.

I love these convos. This is why I’m writing #TheBusinessofBooks to guide new authors through the basics of the publishing industry. #authorcommunity

[H. R. Gordon @hr_gordon]

I didn’t think anyone would want to beta read my manuscript and in two ours I have almost a dozen excited volunteers. Is this real??

[H. R. Gordon @hr_gordon]

BETA READER CALL! Looking for new and emerging authors who want to better understand the industry and the different paths to publishing to beta read my guidebook #TheBusinessofBooks. Reply or DM if interested! #BookTwitter #authorcommunity

[H. R. Gordon @hr_gordon]

@LaceyBonarHull This sounds fascinating! Where can I sign up/find more info on costs?

[H. R. Gordon @hr_gordon]

@pwhoffmann 😂 fair enough. I’m watching it first. Only on episode 3, and I’ve seen Beth’s tits at least three times. Hence my slight concern of the comparison

[H. R. Gordon @hr_gordon]

I just started watching Yellowstone and I’m a little concerned that both of my parents compared me to Beth Dutton when they watched it.

[H. R. Gordon @hr_gordon]

@pwhoffmann Have you watched the show?

[yuppie scum @frozenedamame]

brb crying at these cartoons my grandpa drew for my grandma when they were long distance in the 60s 🥺

[H. R. Gordon @hr_gordon]

Maybe don’t do a gender reveal if your husband is going to act like a crybaby on camera when you find out your having a girl.