Poetically, and with great satisfaction, I finally managed to open Room 46 in Blue Prince... on my 46th day in the game!

What Exactly Was Luke Skywalker's Plan? No really, what was supposed to be the plan here?

To this day, I never understood how this was ever supposed to work. But still love @markhamillofficial.bsky.social regardless. #starwars
bartcarroll.substack.com/p/luke-plan

While Bolted to the Bone didn't make it through the latest round in #SPFBO, very appreciative of the chance to compete and the support along the way. Best of luck to the remaining books!
#indieauthor #indiebooks #FantasyBooks
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SPFBO XI Review: A Smattering of Dave's Reviews | FanFiAddict Hello, hello! Today, I'm here with short reviews for all of SPFBO XI books I've read so far but haven't published a review for yet. I'm ...

Thrilled to have Bolted to the Bone included in the most recent set of reviews: fanfiaddict.com/spfbo-xi-rev...
#indieauthor #indiebooks #FantasyBooks

1 Year Anniversary Dungeon! A one-page dungeon to celebrate one year on Substack.

It's been one year on Substack. To celebrate, enjoy the following dungeon scenario—castle ruins and beasts, all on one page! #dnd #dungeonsanddragons #ttrpg
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Very proud to have Bolted to the Bone carried in Elliott Bay Book Co. here on Capitol Hill/Seattle! Thank you for carrying it. #SupportLocalBookstores #IndieBookstores #IndieFantasy #IndieAuthor

The Redemptive Arc in Stories I love it when a (redemption) plan comes together!

An ultra rare redemption for the sports fan. We'll take what we can get! #Seahawks #SuperBowlLX #SuperBowl2026
bartcarroll.substack.com/p/the-redemp...

Here's hoping Leslie Frazier brings those Super Bowl XX margins to XL. #Seahawks #SuperBowlLX

G.I. Joe: Super Bowl Edition Or rather, the Superb Owl Edition

Who would you draft for your Super Bowl team? open.substack.com/pub/bartcarr...
#actionfigures #SuperBowlLX #Seahawks #chicagobears #gijoe

Proud of the most recent review for Bolted to the Bone! "An engrossing, multi-layered sci-fi fantasy that will keep readers on the edge of their seats."
#IndieAuthor, #IndieBooks, #IndieFantasy, #FantasyBooks
www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews...

Go Hawks! #Seahawks

The Shape of Stranger Things And of other stories, as per Kurt Vonnegut

On the "Story Shape" of Stranger Things (final season). And no, there will not be a secret Substack update, either. #StrangerThings #StrangersThings5
bartcarroll.substack.com/p/shape-of-s...

Greatly appreciate the review for Bolted to the Bone: www.instagram.com/reel/DTA0y1h...
#IndieBookReview #IndieBooks #IndieAuthors #FantasyReads

I think the thing I love most about this random weird lich just laying on a cavern ledge in the AD&D module Descent Into the Depths of the Earth are those tiny little magic mouths on the stalactites to either side. What a bonkers encounter to just stumble upon.

Few illustrations reignite the vigor and nostalgia of old school AD&D more than this full page masterwork by the late, great Dave Trampier. Emrikol the Chaotic, kicking ass and taking names! As ever, his fine lines and implied narrative seal the deal. What a fantasy masterpiece.

The Official Self-Published Fantasy Blog-Off homepage #SPFBO SPFBO 300 books, 10 judges, 1 champion The SPFBO contest is in its 11th year. Over 3000 novels have entered. I'm bringing together the somewhat ...

Good word today from my handy Word Nerd Dictionary—I am agog (and grateful) to be part of this year’s #SPFBO. Bolted to the Bone made it into the competition! My sincere thanks to Mark Lawrence for continuing this event, and congrats to all participants!
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Keely | Drop Bear Book Club on Instagram: "It’s Mood Reading Monday, where I chat about all the emotions from the previous weekend. This weekend I completely destroyed my brain and then my heart and t... Join the conversation and share your favorite mood-boosting books and self-care tips. Learn how to prioritize your mental well-being and make time for reading and relaxation.

Absolutely thrilled for the review by Keely/Drop Bear Book Club: www.instagram.com/reel/DTHW4j0...
#IndieAuthor #bookstagram #fantasy

Man, I just love this illustration of the giant spider getting ready to pounce on some overconfident adventurers. The pose. The giant eyes. The guy in the very back pointing like “WTF is that!!!?” Trampier was amazing. So iconic, so pitch-perfect for AD&D.

bart_carroll's giveaway for Bolted to the Bone on The StoryGraph

Giveaway underway! Snag a free copy of Bolted to the Bone, over on StoryGraph:
app.thestorygraph.com/giveaways/3d...
#TheStoryGraph #IndieBookGiveaway #IndieAuthors

Top Gifts of Christmas Present And lessons learned along the way

Here it is, folks: my own top gifts (and lessons learned) from the holidays this year!
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#gijoe #actionfigures #Christmas #Christmas2025 #gifts

Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas to everyone. This year I launched my Substack and self-published a debut novel; and as I've been using this platform to help self-market both, I greatly appreciate everyone's time and consideration. Thank you all!
#MerryChristmas #HappyHolidays #indieauthors

It's a blast from Christmas past! A look back at a few of my favorite things: bartcarroll.substack.com/p/top-10-gif...
#ActionFigures #gijoe #StarWars #Christmasgifts #dungeonsanddragons

For your local holiday shopping! Delighted to have Bolted to the Bone carried in West Seattle's awesome indie bookstore: Paper Boat Booksellers: www.paperboatbooksellers.com
#IndieBookstore #fantasy #SupportIndieBookstores, #ShopLocalBooks

Absolutely thrilled to have Bolted to the Bone carried in one of Seattle's awesome indie bookstores: Capitol Hill's Haunted Burrow Books: hauntedburrowbooks.com
#IndieBookstore #fantasy #SupportIndieBookstores, #ShopLocalBooks

This Joe is on Fire! And the importance of book cover thumbnails.

Which action figure brings the most heat? Literally. Plus, appreciating book covers from hanging portraits on down to postage stamps.
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#gijoe #indiebooks #actionfigure #WritingCommmunity #writingtips

Just finishing Stranger Things (so far)... and as a fan of G.I. Joe, I am definitely rooting for Derek. #StrangerThings5 #GIJoe #StrangerThings

Are you a B&N/Nook reader? Bolted to the Bone (new science-fantasy) has a coupon (use: BNPBOLT50) to save 50% at checkout - bn.com/w?ean=2940184421964

Enjoy!

Grateful for the inclusion! www.tiktok.com/@fablesfromt...

Now out in paperback format! #fantasy #scifibooks #indieauthor
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Interested in a free kindle copy of a science-fantasy tale involving saints, druids, monsters, and mystery? Enter at Goodreads for your chance to receive Bolted to the Bone! #indieauthor #fantasy #scifibooks #goodreads #Giveaway www.goodreads.com/book/show/23...