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♥️ Fantasy & Romantasy Author
⚔️ Stories of gods and goddesses at war
💫 Winter Delight | 12 Nov 2026

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Slowly coming out of this summer’s gnarly chronic illness flare ❤️‍🩹 Been able to read a bit more lately! And I’ve been able to dip back into writing, as well 🥰

I’m literally already rereading Nobody in Particular! 📖👑👩‍❤️‍💋‍👩

Midwinter Magic is available for kindle preorder now! 🔗 in bio. Paperbacks release on November 12, 2026! I am SO proud to be part of this anthology and so excited to share all 12 stories with all of you 🥹

Seriously your winter is bouta get cozy with a capital Z ☃️ (What does that mean? No idea 😂)

#bookrecommendations #bookreviews #disabilityrep

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Magical music? 🎶 A mythical journey into the unknown? 🏔️ Fairies? 🧚🏼 A sprinkle of eco panic? 🌳

“The Sprite Who Saved Winter” is a short story with fun for all ages in a middle grade voice, great for reading aloud at bedtime!

It even comes with a word-finding game built-in to the story! 🤭

Midwinter Magic is a no spice fantasy anthology of 12 stories by indie authors. Most of the stories are new adult/adult, so this makes a great gift for the parents in your life. They and their kids will enjoy this little fairy’s adventure to save winter!

Kindle preorders are available now! 🔗 in bio

Paperback releases on November 12

#midwintermagic #cozyfantasy #indieauthor #winterfantasy #romancereads

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📚 Preorder Midwinter Magic! A cozy fantasy anthology ❄️

Kindle preorder: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HLZXK3V1

Paperback coming November 12, 2026!

About the anthology

From love to loss, spells to curses, and stolen kisses to bittersweet goodbyes, Midwinter Magic weaves together twelve enchanting tales that capture the wonder of the season. Whether in fantastical realms or closer to home, each story invites you to discover the beauty, heart, and magic waiting in the longest nights of the year.

👋 Follow the authors!

Authors featured in this video in order of appearance:
@limaleigh
@briannegibsonwrites
@lsbwrites
@authormklinniko
@aliceredauthor
@acbodnarart

Additional authors featured in the anthology:
@carlavlewis
@jessicatanwrites
@author_mckenzieburns
@samanthamariewrites
@takaya.quinn
@veronica.m.hamilton

@desertinkeditorial

#midwintermagic #cozyfantasy #indieauthor #winterfantasy #romancereads

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And... the preorder is LIVE!!!!

Grab your ebook today! Paperbacks coming November 12th. Link in bio!
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From love to loss, spells to curses, and stolen kisses to bittersweet goodbyes, Midwinter Magic weaves together twelve enchanting tales that capture the wonder of the season. Whether set in fantastical realms or closer to home, each story invites you to discover the beauty, heart, and magic waiting in the longest nights of the year.
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#midwintermagic #indieauthorlove #editorsofinstagram #desertinkeditorial #writingcommunity

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𝑳𝒐𝒗𝒆 𝒃𝒍𝒐𝒐𝒎𝒔 𝒊𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒆𝒔𝒕 𝒐𝒇 𝒑𝒍𝒂𝒄𝒆𝒔

❄️ Meet the author of WINTER DELIGHT, @aliceredauthor !!!

ABOUT:

Alice Red is a fantasy author who writes stories about self-discovery and carving your own path in worlds filled with monsters and terrible gods.

She is currently working on her self-published Thorns of Chaos series and other bigger projects she hopes to query soon.

When she is not writing, she can be found devouring sweets and chai latte, drawing, and traveling the world for inspiration for her next story.
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Be sure you're following both Alice and Desert Ink Editorial for all the story updates!!!
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Midwinter Magic anthology will be available November 12th.
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#midwintermagic #indieauthorlove #alicered #anthology #desertinkeditorial

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From love to loss, spells to curses, and stolen kisses to bittersweet goodbyes, Midwinter Magic weaves together twelve enchanting tales that capture the wonder of the season. Whether set in fantastical realms or closer to home, each story invites you to discover the beauty, heart, and magic waiting in the longest nights of the year.
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Midwinter Magic anthology coming November 2026.
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Quote from WINTER DELIGHT, by @aliceredauthor
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#midwintermagic #indieauthorlove #desertinkeditorial #wintervibes #addtotbr

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📚Once upon a time there was a child that loved to create pillow forts, gather flashlights all around her and transcend to other worlds, avoiding the one she was in. Then, one day, she discovered a book that had two misspellings back to back.

Nothing major mind you, but she felt like she had found an unparalleled treasure. She wanted to feel like that again. She wanted to not only write her own stories, but also play the detective and improve others. She didn’t have a word for it yet, but that is how she came to be an editor.

And here we are.

I absolutely adore every part of my job, but I have to say, Developmental Editing and Copyediting are my playgrounds.

Right now there are four options (with a fifth one coming sooooon!)
🧩 First 10K review (aka if you want to create strong foundations for your manuscript, and make your future drafting life easier)
🧩 Full developmental edits (for a finished manuscript)
🧩 Copyediting / Line editing (get that vocabulary, grammar and syntax to shine like a beacon
🧩 Developmental edit + Copy editing package (the editor’s Happy Hour”

And of course, we cannot play together in that playground if we don’t know the rules of the game or if we are a great pair.

So, this is why I am ALWAYS doing free calls and short trial edits. If you have more questions (process, pricing, etc) or if you are ready for a call / trial, DM me “EDIT”.

QOTD: What are YOU looking for when you have a date with a fictional world?

#aspiringauthor #amwriting #amediting #ilovetowrite #bookeditor #indieauthor #selfpublishing #womenwriters #writinginspiration #writerresources #editingtips #booklover #publishingjourney #fictionwriting #writersnetwork #writeyourstory #authorgoals

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Who's ready for an anthology story title reveal???

Introducing...

❄️ WINTER DELIGHT, by @aliceredauthor ❄️

Midwinter Magic is a collection of 12 short stories featuring all the winter vibes... from fantasy to sweet romance, there's a story just for you inside.

Coming November 2026.

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#midwintermagic #shortstory #titlereveal #editorsofinstagram #bookeditorslife

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🖤🔥 The Shadow—The Frost Under My Skin 🔥🖤

Last but certainly not least, we present the final character art for @aliceredauthor book The Frost Under My Skin. 🥀

She has yet to be revealed, so, if you’d like to read about this mysterious character, go grab your copy of The Frost Under My Skin! 🩵 Visit @aliceredauthor page to learn more and we hope you love this artwork ☺️

Shares, saves and reposts are appreciated 💌🫶🏻
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#thefrostundermyskin #bookcharacter #characterart

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Cover reveal! ❄️ And now it’s time for silly songs with Lima. The part of the show where Lima comes out and writes a silly song. Should I make reels of me singing these literary carols??? 🤔🎶🎄

🎶 Lyrics by Lima Leigh, Parody Queen 👸🏻
🎨 Cover art by A.C. Bodnar, Fantasy Art Enchantress 👩🏻‍🎨

I’m so VERY excited to be a part of this anthology! 🥹 And I can’t wait for you to read all of these incredible stories! 🥰
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📖 About the anthology

From love to loss, spells to curses, and stolen kisses to bittersweet goodbyes, Midwinter Magic weaves together twelve enchanting tales that capture the wonder of the season. Whether in fantastical realms or closer to home, each story invites you to discover the beauty, heart, and magic waiting in the longest nights of the year.
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☃️ Follow the authors:

@desertinkeditorial
@limaleigh
@acbodnarart - cover artist & author!
@aliceredauthor
@authormklinniko
@briannegibsonwrites
@carlavlewis
@jessicatanwrites
@lsbwrites
@author_mckenzieburns
@samanthamariewrites
@takaya.quinn
@veronica.m.hamilton

#midwintermagic #cozyfantasy #indieauthor #winterfantasy

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Stay to the end for the anthology cover 👀

Midwinter Magic coming this November!!

Expect snowy settings, warm hearths, winter traditions, MAGIC, and all the cozy vibes.

And isn’t that cover GORGEOUS?! Thanks @desertinkeditorial for bringing the anthology to life and @acbodnarart for designing the incredible cover!

I’m so excited to be a part of this cozy fantasy anthology with twelve wintry tales! Ans can’t wait for you to dive into the beautiful stories by these lovely authors!

@limaleigh
@acbodnarart
@aliceredauthor
@authormklinniko
@carlavlewis
@jessicatanwrites
@lsbwrites
@author_mckenzieburns
@samanthamariewrites
@takaya.quinn
@veronica.m.hamilton

#midwintermagic #cozyfantasy #indieauthor #winterfantasy #romancereads

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I am so excited to help reveal the cover for Midwinter Magic, a cozy anthology filled with 12 wintery tales!

I can already see myself under a blanket with this book!
@desertinkeditorial
@limaleigh
@acbodnarart
@aliceredauthor
@authormklinniko
@briannegibsonwrites
@carlavlewis
@jessicatanwrites
@isbwrites
@author_mckenzieburns
@samanthamariewrites
@takaya.quinn
@veronica.m.hamilton
#midwintermagic #cozyfantasy #indie author #romancereads #winterfantasy

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