August 3 Edition: Sally Brooks, 8 Books on Sale, Caturday, Guess the Author Reveal, and More!

Aug 3, 2024 | SapphFic Mischief Roundup

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Happy weekend!

Saturdays are when we curate all the sapphic book news and queer happenings of the week into one convenient location. Think of it as your personal reading directory! After all, we know the weekend is when so many of us are able to unwind for a minute and want to get lost in a good woman loving woman book. What could be better?

In today’s post, you’ll find cheerful LGBTQ+ news stories to combat all the negative ones bombarding our screens.

Sapphic reader Chris shares an adorable Caturday photo of a cat who was rescued at a young age.

One of the things we love about the weekly lesfic author selfie is getting to know the personality behind the words. Check out sapphic fiction author Sally Brooks with the book Swiping Right and Other Disasters.

Finally, scroll to the bottom of the post to see photos of TB and Miranda’s visit to Amish Country in Lancaster, PA.

Before we get to today’s post, it’s time to reveal the identity of this week’s Guess the Author!

Every week we provide five clues about a sapphic author. On Saturday, we reveal the author’s identity.

Before we unveil this week’s author, here are all 5 clues in case you missed them:

1. I’m a licensed amateur radio operator and work with our local Certified Emergency Response Team.
2. I spent most my career as a registered nurse working in labor and delivery.
3. I own an Ovcharka and she is the sweetest dog I have ever owned, all 180 lbs of her.
4. My first publication was a short story in a collection entitled First and Cheyenne Blue was my first editor.
5. I spent a lot of time talking with firefighters and watching things burn while researching my latest book.

Now it’s time to reveal their name. Drum roll please…

This week’s author is Brenda Murphy!

Check out Treasure by Chance, Brenda Murphy’s new release!

Two hearts One Flame

Fire Investigator and legendary stud about town Mel Michaels is not looking for love. Raising her niece, Nicole, after her sister’s death is her full-time job. Who needs a potential heartbreak when Mel’s natural charm and swagger has opened every bedroom door she’s ever knocked on?

Music teacher Sofia Ortega has spent the last three years putting her life back together after a bitter breakup. Back in her hometown she is content with her life and sworn off relationships. After their chance encounter ends in a torrid one-night stand, both women are forced to choose, protect their hearts or take a chance?

Trigger warnings: Drug and alcohol abuse discussion, discussion of sexual abuse none on page, threats of violence, discussion of threats of sexual assault none on page.

Get Treasure by Chance here.

Brenda Murphy’s bio:

Brenda Murphy (she/her/they) writes erotic romance, paranormal romance and fantasy. She is published with Ninestar Press and Flashpoint Publications. A frequent Goldie finalist, her novel, Double Six won the 2020 Goldie Award for Erotica. She loves sideshows and tattoos and yes, those are her monkeys. When she is not loitering on her front porch, she wrangles two kids, one giant dog, and an unrepentant parrot.

Visit Brenda Murphy’s website.

Monday kicks off a fresh Guess the Author game!

NEED A BOOK FOR THE WEEKEND?

If you’re looking for something to read this weekend, below you’ll find 8 books on sale.

Need more choices? Check out the BookFinder, which has more than 7,000 books for you to choose from, ranging from steamy sapphic romance books, ice queen wlw romances, lesfic audiobooks, queer superheroes, best friends to lovers lesbian romances and so much more!

Don’t see your favorite women-loving-women book in the I Heart SapphFic database? Let us know by filling out this form. We’ll take it from there!

Without further ado, let’s get to all the weekly queer news!

TB is determined to spread good rainbow news during 2024, which let’s face, is going to be a rough year. There are a lot of elections all over the world, which means we’re in for a lot of scaremongering. While it’s important to stay informed, it’s also vital not to lose sight of all the kindness in the world. Below are the happy queer stories that made TB smile this week. They’re queer news links worth clicking!

Nepal’s Supreme Court rules trans woman is a woman in landmark case — Fantastic news!

Southern states can’t block protections for transgender students, judge rules — Let’s hope this sticks!

Non-binary superstar Sam Smith set to collaborate with Alicia Keys for new recording of iconic song — Can’t wait to listen to it!

Massachusetts will soon have a new law protecting LGBTQ+ families — Wonderful!

A gay waiter got a slur instead of a tip. What happened next, he said, was “absolutely insane.” — What a great way to turn something nasty into a positive!

Please click on the image for details.

Meet Hubble! Hubble was found by a dumpster behind Home Depot when he was only a few days old. Seven years later, he is a lovable maniac who always keeps us on our toes. His hobbies include dragging blankets around the house, stealing recently vacated spots, and putting his face in cups. Submitted by Chris, a sapphic reader.

Please note, sale prices may change without notice, so please check the price before clicking a buy button. International prices may vary.

Have you read Swiping Right and Other Disasters by Sally Brooks yet? Here’s the tagline: What happens when you keep swiping right on the wrong people, when Ms Right is under your nose?

TB and Miranda love exploring places near and far, almost as much as they love a good sapphic book. Follow them on their travels!

TB here.

During our time in Pennsylvania, we spent a day exploring Amish country in Lancaster. It’s a lovely area and most of the photos are from our visit to the Amish Village, an educational museum you can tour. We learned that, contrary to what we had assumed, Amish people do not completely shun modern life. They value things that are “plain” but that doesn’t necessarily mean old-fashioned. For example, many Amish people love to wear Crocs! They buy them in plain, dark colors and appreciate their durability and easy care. Many Amish families these days also have electricity through solar panels on their roofs. They are allowed to use modern lighting and appliances as long as they are not connected to the power grid, which allows them to remain separate from “the English” (in other words, all of us).

Did you know a new Amish buggy is made of fiberglass and can cost around $10,000? Boys typically receive a new buggy when they turn 16, which allows them to travel to the apprenticeships they work in lieu of high school. If you look closely at the photos, you’ll see a special style of Amish bicycle that were everywhere in Lancaster County. They don’t have a seat or pedals but are powered by pushing with their feet, much like a scooter. However, as we learned from our tour guide at the Amish Village, it’s perfectly acceptable for Amish people to take mass transit, accept rides in cars from their non-Amish neighbors, and also to hire a taxi, (or even to fly in an airplane in certain communities), when they need to travel beyond their local area.

Here are some photos.