One of the plot lines in Frontier by Grace Curtis is very close to what you are describing and might scratch the itch

Just finished this today. Really enjoyed it! Thank you for sharing it with the world. Happy holidays 🎄

@thebrokenbinding.bsky.social is there a specific place to direct interest/suggestions for future special editions?

‘Sir! Sir!’

‘Oh god. It’s you.’

‘My pet bird’s started taking tiny mouthfuls of its favourite drink, then rendering it in artistic form on a piece of card or paper.’

‘Dare I ask what drink it is?’

‘It doesn’t know. It’s…’

‘Oh ffs.’

‘Heisenberg’s uncertain tea print sip owl.’

‘Go away.’

Clothbound is my preference. Prefer the tactile feel and it avoids any hangups around animal product use