My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Deonna Kay, author of the book The Measure of Enough. Deonna Kay is a native Texan. She is the proud mom of a young adult daughter, an over-sized dog, and the fuzziest cat you’ve ever seen. Her passion for writing began as a child and has carried over into her adult life. She tutors youth in writing and works as a contract reader and editor, providing feedback to other budding writers. She is also a business owner in the world of finance and loves

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Welcome back to TRUE ASSASSINS, the only podcast brave enough to stare into the abyss where shadows dance and bullets fly! This week, get ready for a double dose of danger that will leave you breathless. We're diving deep into the twisted world of "TRUE KILL" by the legendary Orlando Madsbrine, bringing you two tales of deadly deception and cold-blooded consequences you won't hear anywhere else!First up, we plunge into a high-stakes game of cat and mouse in "Blood Money." Imagine this: Sarah, a

When cats fall from a great height, they twist their bodies, searching to reorient themselves, using their tails to rotate their bodies to an upright position before bracing for impact. This requires a geometrical equation cats know innately and put into practice within the span of two seconds before they land on their paws, give […] The post Cat Physics, Deconstruction, and the Shape of Love appeared first on Uncanny Magazine.

When I was growing up in the 1980s in Hong Kong, we only had four television channels. Of these, two were in English—ATV and TVB. My father refused to buy a VHS player, his reasoning being that I would spend too much time watching TV. To this day, I think it was because he was burned by VHS beating Betamax. As with every kid in my generation, I was glued to the TV at certain times of the day. There were Saturday morning cartoons, Sesame Street every weekday afternoon, and the famous syndicated

We went to cons - three of them! Seattle Worldcon, Dragon Con, and ArmadilloCon.  The episode art is Mary Robinette Kowal's talking cat, Elsie. Head over to our Instagram to see more con photos. A few notable time stamps: Lori crunching on candy (it's only a few seconds, very sorry) ~12:55 Worldcon Dog Report ~30:30 Interview with cat Elsie ~32:59 Links: 2025 Hugo Awards Ceremony (you too can hear DOWN THE HUGO ROAD) Edmonton 2030 Worldcon Bid Elsie on Instagram Sadie the hotdog shop dog on

Tensions start to rise- both externally and among the 76ers- as Mr. Dark helps reveal some secrets that test how much Xander, Rabbit, Gina, and Archie can trust one another, despite desperate circumstances and danger closing in on every side.Continuing his story, Xander recounts how he dealt with witnessing his first death in the Wasteland with questions and frustrations abound- along with some encounters from faces from the Vault that bring him to some places he never expected. In other areas of

Join us this episode where we discuss Matt Dinniman's lit RPG book - Dungeon Crawler Carl! Carl's act of kindness in rescuing his ex-girlfriend's cat, Donut, saves him from being killed in the apocalypse. Now he must compete in a dungeon crawler event, hosted by the very same aliens who are harvesting Earth. Carl and Donut must navigate their way through the dungeon and find the stairs to the next level in order to survive. They'll battle monsters, other humans, and be TV stars in

Join Changer the Shapeshifting Dog, as he gathers some new friends to go on vacation with him on the Summer Camp Planet. Meet Indie, Tapsy, and Flip Flop - A golden Doodle dog, Siberian cat, and rabbit. What would the perfect planet for a pet vacation look like? You are about to find out. Donate to the show by joining my Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user/shop?u=95723868Buy A T-Shirt - Merch Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheBedtimeStoryVerseBuy my Cards of Power Book - ⁠⁠https://a.co/d/aOIwSiq

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https://www.patreon.com/c/MagicTaleTreehouseIn this uproarious tale, a simple trip to the library takes a bizarre turn when a student, Max, accidentally unleashes an interdimensional crisis. Alongside a grumpy demon kitten named Snarfluff, who has a peculiar obsession with overdue fines, Max must face a legion of angry ghost librarians, a sentient card catalog, and the threat of eternal damnation—all while trying to find a book for his science project.

You’ll ride along with Earl, a kind long-haul trucker, and his trusty rig Bertha as they journey through dawn highways, quiet forests, desert heat, and small-town diners — all with a cat named Pickles riding shotgun. Each stop reveals the hidden poetry of trucking life, from warehouse ballet and weigh-station “courtrooms” to the friendships and quiet courage found on the open road. Along the way, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for the unseen lifeblood of our world — the truckers who carry our

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You know that feeling when you go into a room and you don't remember why? Or you commute to work and "suddenly" you're there and don't really remember driving the entire way? What if you weren't just on autopilot, but got your memory wiped by a giant cat? Join us as we talk about the Glawackus, a fearsome feline from North America!Immerse yourself in the secret world of myth, legends and cryptids that hide in plain sight under the watchful eye of the Creature Conservation

We're back at it again with some hot mermaid sh*! Kelsey tells a very mysterious tale we need all the details on about a Lorelai-esque baddie named Anna Mayala from The Turnip Princess while Abbie makes good on her promise and delivers two Palestinian tales of old women with The Old Woman Ghouleh and The Old Woman and Her Cat.

Hey there, Transformation Enthusiasts! Ever wondered how a nerd can turn into a superhero? Well, today is your lucky day! We're taking you on an epic journey from Bruh Girl to Ladybug with an EXTREME beauty makeover for Lady bug to Get Cat Noir! But hold on, this isn't just any makeover! We're using the coolest gadgets from TikTok to make this transformation truly miraculous! 📱✨ From the creators who brought you 'Miraculous Ladybug in Real Life,' we're diving into the secrets of becoming

🐾 The Red Panda Podcast Collection – SummaryThe series spans 14 episodes, each exploring a different aspect of red pandas, blending science, conservation, fun facts, and listener engagement.Origin & History – Red pandas’ discovery, name (Ailurus fulgens = “shining cat”), and endangered status.Diet & Habits – Bamboo-heavy diet, nocturnal life, climbing skills, and conservation ties.Babies & Families – Cubs’ early life, mother-led care, absent fathers, and zoo breeding programs.Pop

Some say it began long ago, on an island where glowing waters shimmered blue and kingdoms clashed. Cats and dogs had once lived in peace—but everything changed when a royal cat princess disappeared.In this episode of Wonders and Whispers, Iza Grace shares the whimsical tale of Toyama, Japan, where clever cats, stubborn dogs, and even a giant dog bone stuffed with fleas set the stage for centuries of rivalry. But while kingdoms waged war, the princess was nowhere near danger—she was enjoying

Tanya Guerrero shares how her love of animals and her volunteer experiences with Trap/Neuter/Return (TNR) shaped her first adult novel, Cat’s People. We discussed the popular trend of cat-centered novels and the porous genre question for stories that straddle literary fiction, popular fiction, and speculative fiction. The conversation ends with Tanya’s upcoming project, about a real-life dog figure set in historical times.

CREEPYPASTA STORY►by Frequent-Cat:   / im_a_cave_rescue_diver_were_trained_for_bo...  Creepypastas are the campfire tales of the internet. Horror stories spread through Reddit r/nosleep, forums and blogs, rather than word of mouth. Whether you believe these scary stories to be true or not is left to your own discretion and imagination. LISTEN TO CREEPYPASTAS ON THE GO-SPOTIFY► https://open.spotify.com/show/7l0iRPd...iTUNES► https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast...SUGGESTED CREEPYPASTA