Name: Andrew Ashling

Location: Europe

About My Journal: I have my own website, Ximerion, but I wanted a backup. So, my journal will mostly provide info about my books.

The sticky post provides an overview of all my books. It contains links to more specialized posts for each book. Or, at least, that’s the intention, because at this moment it is still very much a WIP. I will complete the info gradually.

I also will publish larger excerpts of my books. At the time of writing there are two. One from Dagger of Deception, the first of a series of medieval mysteries, with gay amateur sleuths, called Rahendo & Ryhunzo Mysteries. The other is from the second book of the same series, Last of the Line, projected publication late September or October 2025. I will post more excerpts later.

Finally, I plan posting some more personal musings, as well as quotes I stumble upon on the internet.

What I Write: I like to call my main series, Dark Tales of Randamor the Recluse Epic Historical Fantasy with Gay Main Characters. They’re full of action, political intrigue, battles, and, sort of, gay dark romance. They’re not for the faint of heart.

The Rahendo & Ryhunzo Mysteries are set in the same world, parallel to the main action, but are far more lighter fare. Almost cozy mysteries, perhaps.

My—at the time of writing—most recent book is a novella, The Conqueror, also set in the world. It’s about a second plane character who has left the main action. While I found the rest of his story interesting to explore, it has no place in the main series.

I’ve also written a dystopian stand-alone novel, A Dish Served Cold, a few satirical short stories, and a short thriller.

Recently, I’ve begun entertaining writing bona fide Historical Novels. We’ll see…

What I Read: History, Historical Fiction, Fantasy and whatever I find interesting.

Could I Edit Someone Else's Work: Maybe. Given the time, which I haven’t. The more important question is, “Would I be good at it?” Probably not. I would try to rewrite Someone Else’s Work in my own style. So, except for basic typo-hunting, no.

Name: April Lynn Jolley

Age: 45

My posting schedule tends to be: daily/weekly/monthly/sporadic/etc Mostly sporadic. I may post 2 or more times a day or I may post monthly. It just depends on how I feel.

I mostly post about: All my workout routines, everyday things, random thoughts: some silly, some serious, my thoughts and emotions, politics.

My hobbies are: Being with my husband and baby cats, being with my mom and family, cats, working out, taking and posing in pictures, Psychology, fashion & beauty, horror movies & books, crime shows, the paranormal, fantasy movies & books, mystery movies & books, playing cards, playing board games, Facebook, journaling, ChatGPT, photo edits, graphics, digital design, edits, anime, Unicorns, scrapbooking, Stephen King, Agatha Christie, dancing, writing, poetry, reading, indie rock, pop, and alternative.

I'm looking to meet people who: Are open-minded, liberal, thoughtful, intelligent and loyal I like people who have a sense of individuality. I love expression and anything awkward and imperfect, because that's natural and that's real. ♥
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My posting schedule tends to be: daily/weekly/monthly/sporadic/etc I post mostly sporadic entries. I might most 2 times a day or I may post monthly. It just all depends on how I feel.

When I add people, my dealbreakers are: Homophobia, racism, sexism, judgmental people, really rude and stupid people. People who can't agree to disagree.

Before adding me, you should know: That I've had MS for over 25 years now. That makes my life incredibility hard at times but we all have our cross to bear. I'm very friendly, but I am sarcastic and have a dark, morbid sense of humor. I can get depressed at times. If you comment on my entries, I'll comment back. ♥

Name: A Secret Place
Story: The Fulcrum
Colors: Techelet #7: Mitzvah (commandment), Nacarat #2: Gigil (Tagalog): a situation of such extreme cuteness it's overwhelming; the irresistible urge to hug or pinch something cute.
Styles and Supplies: Silhouette, Life Drawing, Calendar Page (National Wiggle Your Toes Day), Pastels (August 6 prompt from this post: Help), Glue ("Issues regarding love and romance may be confusing today, Leo. You should be aware that strong forces are at work to tangle the current situation. Try not to get too discouraged by whatever transpires as a result of this energy. Keep in mind that this, too, shall pass, and things will become clear again. Right now you should just sit back and take things with a grain of salt."), Novelty Bead (this image, given here)
Word Count: 3497
Rating: T
Warnings: Fantasy Drug (Ab)use
Characters: Setsiana, Qhoroali
In-Universe Date: 1912.3.1.2, (approximately) -9500
Summary: Qhoroali shows Setsiana a secret.

( A Secret Place )

Author: Chibi
Story: honestly just some princessposting
Color: stop sign red (speed enforced by aircraft), ghost white (harpy)
Styles and Supplies: gesso (princess: the hopeful), vaudeville, modeling clay + resin (fan_flashworks  - face)
Wordcount: 204 words
Content notes: this is what zephy looks like!
Author notes: This is also for rainbowfic haha :3
Summary: Zephy messes around with an airplane pilot for a bit

I made the banners for this year's Winter Fest in July. Banners under the cut.

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Name: Peatäro's Story
Story: The Fulcrum
Colors: Light Black #10: Pull
Styles and Supplies: Panorama, Stickers ("A CIA handbook taught torture methods, and stressed the importance of psychological over physical torture. The threat of inflicting pain triggered fears more damaging than the pain itself, because people often underestimated their capacity to withstand pain."), Tempera (these cards with the spread Positive / Negative / What you should do), Novelty Bead (this image, given here)
Word Count: 3655
Rating: T
Warnings: Description of Slavery
Characters: Setsiana, Qhoroali, Peatäro
In-Universe Date: 1912.2.4.2
Summary: Qhoroali observes a substance, and Setsiana talks with Peatäro.
Notes: Hopefully it's not too hard to follow this mobius strip plotline.

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August's Bingo Fest is the British Library Crime Classics Bingo, with titles taken from the very long catalogue of books. Publication began in 2014 and every month a new book is published. These are all from the Golden Age of crime (approximately 1920s to 1950s), most books are full length novels, but there are also a number of short story collections. Details are available on the British Library website.

You are welcome to use whichever medium you like for completing a bingo. The fest will run from 1 August to 31 August.

The list of prompts is below, together with a sample card, but you are very welcome to make your own card as well.

And if you post to AO3, then do feel free to add to the allbingo collection.

Firstly, here are the main titles to choose from


Prompts
Cat and Mouse,<br />Not to Be Taken,<br />Tea on Sunday,<br />Tour de Force,<br />Fear Stalks the Village,<br />Before the Fact,<br />Someone from the Past,<br />The Wheel Spins,<br />Green for Danger,<br />Crossed Skis,<br />He Who Whispers,<br />Quick Curtain,<br />The Black Spectacles,<br />Final Acts,<br />Twice Round the Clock,<br />It Walks by Night,<br />Deep Waters,<br />Settling Scores,<br />The Man Who Didn’t Fly,<br />Somebody at the Door,<br />Antidote to Venom,<br />Excellent Intentions,<br />Foreign Bodies,<br />Serpents in Eden,<br />Silent Nights,<br />Family Matters,<br />Bats in the Belfry,<br />As If By Magic,<br />Still Waters <br />

The Man Who Didn’t Fly	Someone from the Past	Serpents in Eden	Tea on Sunday	The Black Spectacles
Tour de Force	It Walks by Night	Settling Scores	Still Waters	Final Acts
Twice Round the Clock	Antidote to Venom	Deep Waters	Family Matters	Cat and Mouse
Silent Nights	Not to Be Taken	He Who Whispers	Excellent Intentions	Fear Stalks the Village
Green for Danger	Quick Curtain	Crossed Skis	Before the Fact	The Wheel Spins

But, as you might expect many of the titles include the words 'Death of' or 'Murder of' I've taken these out, so you can add, or create a small card with, either (or both):



People/clothes
A Busybody,<br />An Airman,<br />In Fancy Dress,<br />My Aunt,<br />Santa Klaus,<br />In White Pyjamas,<br />In White,<br />A Lady,<br />A Bookseller,<br />In High Heels<br />



Places
In the Tunnel,<br />In the River,<br />At the Resort,<br />In Captivity,<br />In the Waxworks,<br />On the Fells,<br />In the Basement,<br />In the Mill Race,<br />At the Manor,<br />In Bath,<br />Port of London,<br />On the Riviera,<br />On the Tracks,<br />Wales (Cymru),<br />Underground,<br />The Village,<br />The White Priory,<br />Vienna,<br />Edinburgh<br />

Creator Name: cmk418
Fandoms: L.A. Confidential
List of Prompts: Silver Bells, Silver and Gold, Baby It's Cold Outside, Send Cards, White Christmas, Special Delivery, Midnight Kiss, Holiday in Handcuffs, Pretty Paper
Link to Card:Here

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Fandoms: Greek myth (and various subfandoms)

Creator Name: Spiralicious
Community:allbingo
Fandoms: craft kits
List of Prompts: gingerbread house, Santa's toy shop, wreath, tree
Link to Card: My Card
Disclaimer: All publicly recognizable characters, settings, etc. are the property of their respective owners. The original characters and plot are the property of the author. The author is in no way associated with the owners, creators, or producers of any media franchise. No copyright infringement is intended.

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Fandoms: Greek myth (and various subfandoms)

My card: Winterfest in July
Fandoms: Stargate Atlantis, Supernatural, Burn Notice
Prompt: First Holiday as a Couple, Baking/Cooking, Baby's First Holiday, Christmas Fried Chicken, Build a Snowman
Authors Notes/Disclaimer:
All publicly recognizable characters, settings, etc. are the property of their respective owners. The original characters and plot are the property of the author. The author is in no way associated with the owners, creators, or producers of any media franchise. No copyright infringement is intended.

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This is the July community post for allbingo. What were your bingo activities during July? What are your plans for August?

For July we had:
[new]
Westerns hosted by ysabetwordsmith
Bring out your favorite Wild West fandoms, or contemporary west, or spaghetti western SF ... whatever shines your buckle.
Posting will be July 1-31.

[recurring]
Winter Fest in July hosted by vexed_wench and spiralicious
Beat the heat by focusing on winter holidays.
Posting will be July 1-31.

For August we will have:
[new]
British Library Crime Classics hosted by smallhobbit
Themes from the Golden Age of crime, plus book titles.
Posting will be August 1-31.

I made blackout on my 7-1-25 card for the Western Bingo Fest. \o/


B1 (Bad Girls) -- "Provoking Change by Bringing Nature" (standalone)
B2 (Close-knit Community) -- "Incompetence, Sloppy Thinking, and Laziness" (Frankenstein's Family)
B3 ("Put me down!") -- "A Stronger Woman" (Polychrome Heroics: Fortressa)
B4 ("I tried being reasonable. I didn't like it.") -- "The Pleasure of Escaping the Responsibility" (One God's Story of Mid-Life Crisis)
B5 (Black Hats / White Hats) -- "Upholding It, Wherever Found" (Polychrome Heroics)

I1 (Resist Oppression) -- "Happy Instruments of Salvation" (Peculiar Obligations)
I2 ("He's all hat and no cattle") -- "No Such Thing as Finished" (Polychrome Heroics)
I3 (Dodge) -- "A New Twist" (LIFC)
I4 (Firefly) -- "Something Elusive and Mysterious" (standalone)
I5 (I'll Get My Revenge) -- "The Well-being of All Our People" (Clay of Life)

N1 ("The Wayward Wind") -- "Maho Shoujo" (standalone)
N2 (Buffalo) -- "Legs of Grass, Feet of Flowers" (standalone)
N3 (WILD CARD: Clean Up the Town) -- "Indicative of the Extent" (Polychrome Heroics: The Big One)
N4 (Defenestration) -- "In Effigy" (Frankenstein's Family)
N5 (Independent Woman) -- "But an Empty Shell" (Polychrome Heroics)

G1 (The Harder They Fall) -- "Always Surprised by Consequences" (Polychrome Heroics)
G2 ("Cool Water") -- "Beautiful, Damn Hard, Increasingly Useful" (Polychrome Heroics: Kraken)
G3 (Redemption Story) -- "The Future by Consequence, the Past by Redemption" (Frankenstein's Family)
G4 (Immigrant) -- "Fed from So Many Sources" (Frankenstein's Family)
G5 (Sunrise / Sunset) -- "Strong, Competent, Capable" (Frankenstein's Family)

O1 (Captive / Slave) -- "Four Marks of True Repentence" (Polychrome Heroics)
O2 (Gambling) -- "Finding the Gold in the Spirit" (Polychrome Heroics: Shiv)
O3 (Silver / Gold) -- "The Bee Tree's Gift" (standalone)
O4 (Horse) -- "Nuwneek" (The Bear Tunnels)
O5 (Emotionally Constipated Man) -- "New and Innovative Approaches" (Polychrome Heroics: The Big One)

Name: Mr. Fox

Age: 30-something

I mostly post about:
Stories from my life — my thoughts and feelings, especially during this time of war in Ukraine. I try to capture emotions honestly: memories of a peaceful past, reflections on the present, and tales from my life as a mariner and traveler.
This journal is still in its early days, after a long break from writing. Each entry is posted in both English and the original language. I also share my own photographs — from different times, chosen to reflect my current mood.

My hobbies are:
Photography (almost professional), lomography (daily photos of interesting moments), music (acoustic, alternative, instrumental covers), psychology, and classical literature. I love discovering new things — ideas, places, people.

My fandoms are:
Honestly, I’m not active in any specific fandom. But I enjoy reading and learning, especially to improve my English.

I'm looking to meet people who:
…feel connected to what I write — kindred spirits or simply those who find meaning in my words. I’m open to everyone (with one exception: I don’t welcome those who support or excuse the war). My posts are open and honest. I’d love to find new interesting people to read and connect with.

My posting schedule tends to be:
Currently daily, or a few times a week — depending on my free time.

When I add people, my dealbreakers are:
No major dealbreakers — most of what matters is already said above.

Before adding me, you should know:
I’m an open person without any particular agenda. I’m Ukrainian — and perhaps that matters now, just to avoid misunderstandings.
Welcome aboard. These are my messages in a bottle.

Name: cornerofmadness
Card Theme: Winter in July Bingo
Prompts: Shopping, Peppermint, Bacalao, Midnight Kiss, Candles
Fandoms: Hazbin Hotel, Prodigal Song
My Card: My Card


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