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Hazel's avatar

I don't normally plug people's work here in the comments section of a feature, but I wanted to let you all know. If you liked this piece, consider checking out Melanie's collection of the same name: https://indiebookstack.substack.com/p/god-bless-the-bottom-feeders-by-melanie

It just released last Sunday and would be an absolutely great way to support her work!

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Melanie Cole's avatar

I am being 100% serious when I say that I read this as I’m wearing an old t-shirt from New Orleans that says “God Bless The Bottom Feeders.” Fate! Thank you for supporting my work.

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Hazel's avatar

Love that! Are you going to start selling T-shirts themed around your work?

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Melanie Cole's avatar

If I thought that someone besides my Dad would buy one, I might consider it. 🤔

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Hazel's avatar

Always worth consideration! If you're unsure about it, I can always recommend doing a little survey and seeing what others think. Some of my best stuff has come from making surveys and collecting feedback (like my spotlights, and BookStack)

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Hazel's avatar

And if you make one based on Ocean Songs, I'd probably buy it tbh

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jybyky's avatar

Nice work, I like it.

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Melanie Cole's avatar

Thank you!

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Artemisia Writes's avatar

Absolutely gorgeous, and sophisticated in an earthly, or should I say, oceanic, way. I also love the tension between the serious message and the light-hearted tone.

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Melanie Cole's avatar

Thank you!

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