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BJ’s This or That — The Gathering TableCommunity pub for ToT Challengers to share their stories. Now accepting ToT Challenge responses, various non-ToT prompts and challenges (responses and writing inspiration), bragging & badassery, life lessons, shoutouts, and “Meet Me (ToT’s version of About Me)” articles.
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Community pub for ToT Challengers to share their stories. Now accepting ToT Challenge responses, various non-ToT prompts and challenges (responses and writing inspiration), bragging & badassery, life lessons, shoutouts, and “Meet Me (ToT’s version of About Me)” articles.
Editors
Brett Jenae Tomlin
Brett lives in Dallas with her partner and their dogs. She loves to write about living broadly and bravely with anxiety.
Writers
Jill Eng
Mindfulness book author. On Medium I write on emotional trauma, philosophy, relationships, writing, gratitude, mindfulness, and experiment with poetry.
Brandon Ellrich
I write satire, LGBTQ, and cat stories. I'm an author/freelance writer. I have a B.S. in psychology and my goal in writing is to evoke emotion from the reader.
Kelley Murphy
Seeding my spirit one story at a time. kartist31@gmail.com | https://kelleymurphy.substack.com/ | www.spiritseedssoucoaching.com
Ravyne Hawke
Writing Coach, Poet, Fiction Writer, Essayist, Artist, Dreamer | “Enlightenment is when a wave realizes it is the Ocean” ~Thich Nhat Hanh
John Hansen
Freelancer, poet, and short fiction writer, who loves experimenting with different styles and genres. Writing is in my soul and it won't leave!
Tai Le Grice
Unraveling my identity one thread at a time. Author, advocate, warrior, SURVIVOR. He/she/ they/them… whatever. Top Writer in Music.
Walter Pop Matthews IV
A writer who has written an autobiography in poetry form, songs, a play and thought provoking commentary on various online platforms.
Vidya Sury, Collecting Smiles
Publisher, Namaste Now! Writer, all genres. Editor. Poet. Diabetes Warrior. Traveler. Photographer. Hopeful. Wears son's oversized tshirts https://vidyasury.com
Nancy Oglesby
I explore life and tell stories! Embracing the world of Drabbles. Publisher of Fiction Shorts, the Challenged, and Another Fucking Publication
Adrienne Beaumont
I’m Australian. I love to travel and write about my adventures.I write about my daily life as a mother and grandmother as well as my past experiences.
Lynn L. Alexander
Eclectic writer. Ovarian cancer survivor. My interests include humor, health, grief, personal essays and entertainment. Please follow me on my journey.
Grace Bianco
I am the author of “Party Pooper: Growing up with Anxiety.” I love oversharing my life. I talk about my faith, marriage, mental health, & everything in between.
Bernadette E Wallace
Writing through life experiences from the view of a soul stuck in the 1960s. https://medium.com/@bdette75/membership
Denise Kendig
Hello. I am an old soul with a young heart. Looking forward to sharing the journey with lots of new friends along the way.
Buddy Gott
Lover of music, tv, books, and movies. Host of the GOTTA POP and BUDDY'S BOOK BUDDIES podcasts.
JK Mill
Erotica writer | Owner of Exceptional Erotica publication | Award winner | Request a custom story at https://tinyurl.com/35tn99u3
Celia McKinley
Elegant Goth librarian writing vintage eroticism and sexual fantasy. Literate erotica, taboo but never degrading. Top writer in Fiction.
Alex Praytor
Writer, traveler, and avid coffee drinker. Originally from Texas, for 10+ years I've had the chance to see how life looks from the other side of the world.
Paula Shablo
Published Author. Loving daughter, mom, Grandma. Bona fide Geek with the graphic tees to prove it. Believer of all the fantastic things. Artist, musician & fan.
Alan AJ
Honest, heartfelt reflections on grief, humour, and the quirks of everyday life. Writing on family, autism, and the meaning in ordinary moments.
Julia A. Keirns
Currently living in an RV full time and traveling across North America. The goal is simply to write about it. Editor of Fiction Shorts, the Challenged, and ROD.
JennX
Love the scent of sharpened pencils & pages of old books. Love writing. Looking to inspire and become inspired.
Amy Frances
Creative Writer, Living Healthy, Living Life, Nature Explores and personal experiences. Making a difference in every way possible.
Jacqui Smith
I live in Australia and have worked in libraries. Interests include books, social justice, well-being and politics.
Kerry Purvis
Xennial writer from Maine, USA. Librarian by day. Co-host Muppet Profiles. Writes about ADHD, mental health, music, cats, TV, and other random things. She/her
Keeley Schroder
Mother to Caelin and Tiernan (two-legged children) and Phoenix (four-legged child). Lover of dogs, writing, true crime, Netflix, board games, wine and cheese.
Ellen Baker
Writing about the wonderful life of Nana/Mom, retired person who forgets she is not young anymore, and whatever else lghts an inner fire.
Joe Wade
Family man and ex-cotton farmer living with Schizoaffective Disorder during the Slow Apocalypse
Karen Schwartz
Children's picture book author, fiction writer, personal essayist, kindness specialist, and lover of chocolate.
Donna L Stoycoff
Christian Author & Poet, TBI Survivor, cat loving, happy writer! ❤️ Life is more joyful when you're kind! ❤️"Let Me Paint You a Picture- A Picture with Words"
Patricia Timmermans
My guide dog and I visit schools to raise awareness for sight loss; the kids’ questions make great stories! Plus, I love books and writing book reviews. 🇨🇦
Cathylouise
Writer & poet. Working on my first novel. Loves metal/rock. Follower of the old gods/pagan/heathen. She/her.
Dr. Tracy Davis
Doctorate in Educational Leadership Multipassionate, Energy Healing, Productivity, Travel, and Personal Development. https://linktr.ee/trayceedee
Jacinta Palmer🍂
*Does not Follow for Follow* Writing the kind of Fiction I love 2 Read | YA | Magical | Romance | Supernatural | Freelance Editor | Besotted with dogs
Ruby Noir 😈
14 X’s Top Writer. Vet tech and mom of 6 rescue animals. I speak for those who have no voice.
Julie Bylli Johnson
Whimsical writer, book doula, and life coach. Bringing spiritual principles & nitty gritty organization to inspire writers & other cool humans.
Heather Crismond
It's been a long strange trip. Still trying to stay on my feet, not easy when you have been clumsy all your life. I do have some amazing saves though.
Zackary Henson
Writer who questions everything. Self, Behavior, Perspective, Connection. Truth and love. https://zackaryhenson.substack.com zackary@therebelminded.com
Katie Michaelson
I've lived! Retired therapist, fosrter and adoption specialist, and researcher. Farmer, gardener for 55 years, crafter, storyteller, tutor, and mentor.
Pat Romito LaPointe
A lover of life stories, often finding humor in them. Refuse to take life too seriously. Appreciate out of the ordinary tales and those that inform.
Anupa Jayakody
A proud Vegan !! Trying to explore the passion of simple writing through her life experiences
Marilyn Flower
Writer, sacred fool, improviser, avid reader, novel forthcoming, soul collage facilitator, prayer warrior and did I say writer? https://linktr.ee/marilynflower
Harry Hogg
Ex Greenpeace, writing since a teenager. Will be writing ‘Lori Tales’ exclusively for JK Talla Publishing in the Spring of 2025
Paul Gardner
I’m a retired college professor. Politics was my subject. Please don’t hold either against me. Having fun reading, writing, and meeting.
Patricia Haddock
Writer, editor, coach helping people move from where they are to where they want to be. Find me at Mind Cafe, Illumination, Coffee Times. & pat@phaddock.com.
Marlene Samuels
Sociologist.Researcher.PhD.Ex-Psychologist.Daughter of Holocaust Survivors.Writes non-fiction about society, humorous truths, compassion & her good fortune.
Desperation Casserole
The people ask "Other than winning the lottery, institutionalization, or death, is there another scenario where I would never need to cook dinner again?"
Taryn Ariel
I'm in functional recovery from bpd. Soulfully silly. Wonderfully weird. I write, I sing, I keed, I keed. I jokey with you. <3 https://x.com/TarynArielala
Jennifer Marla Pike
I'm here to support writers, and share my writing as well. I hope to improve myself and make some creative friends.
Pluto Wolnosci 🟣
As out there as the planet itself.— MWC Honorable Mention. Confused & searching. Creation is life. Running f̶r̶o̶m̶ with my Black Dog. May have affiliate links.
Petunia Petals
Hello Everyone! My name is Petunia Petals aka Petpet for short 😋😍 I write about different ways to optimize your time and websites.
Nanie Hurley 🌿
Bookworm, gamer, mom, writer, vegan, and human. I write about things that bring me joy.
Kelli Murbach
Human. Personal Growth Coach. Word Wrangler. Celebrant. Owned by two Cats. Trying to keep up.
Molly Miller
Public health practitioner| Former educator| Multi-passionate| Open to freelance writing opportunities - mollymillerfreelance@gmail.com
Mariogirl
Here because I figure I'll never not be a writer so I may as well figure out how to write more. Spends a ridiculous amount of time asking Google questions.
S.K. Shandlin
Husband. Dad. Educator. Woodworker. Automobile enthusiast. Traveler. Optimist, generally.
Rachella Angel Page
Lifestyle and creative non-fiction writer. Wife. Momma of two dogs: Maxwell and Lady. Obsessed with road trips, poetry and Kickstart. IG: @pagesofrachella
Jane Trombley
A pan-curious essayist working out what to do with "my one wild and precious life." Nicheless by design. janetrombley@gmail.com"