Back From Multiverse Con, Into the Halloween Spirit

Hey all, I meant to post this last weekend while in Atlanta. As it was, my weekend was packed. I was going from panel to panel, and spending a lot of time in the Dealer's Room picking out gifts for friends.
Some big news: I was at Multiverse Con that weekend, and had a great time. Even bigger news: Cast of Wonders published my story for their Banned Books Week Call! It's up online, complete with a narrator; I have included the link below.
This newsletter's photo features one of the hotel highlights at the con. Two skeletons bask in the sun, while on a wooden float. It struck me as a wonderful homage to Halloween, how we could enjoy the whimsy and the creepiness together.
Short Story:

Cast of Wonders 557: Printed in Ink and Ashes | Cast of Wonders
In the basement, scant lightbulbs sputtered in and out. The single torch, propped on a shelf, shone on the pages as I reviewed my copy: The plight of the Hindu laborer must be addressed on a societal…
Superjump:

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Blog:

I Am Now An Aunt - Priya J Sridhar
My nephew Kashi, nicknamed Kaz, was born this month. I muse about being a cool aunt to him when I meet him.
Patreon:
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Lighthouse, breakdancing, action!
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