Author Susan Rich

@richwriting

Indie author: Gemstone Crossword Puzzle Series. Follow susanrichwrites.com Also cartoonist, animal lover.

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History won't be kind to our current administration... ...but the 'winner' gets to write (or re-write) history. Let's not let that happen. We need to keep track of our reality. Keep a journal. Keep talking. Keep the receipts. Keep on making art. **h/t to City of Salem Operations for the design.

An image in dark blue reads, Be Documentative. The supporting text says, History won't be kind to our current administration...
...but the 'winner' gets to write (or re-write) history.
Let's not let that happen.
If nothing else, keep a journal. Keep talking. Don't be silenced. Keep the receipts. Be Documentative. We need to track our reality. Keep a journal. Keep talking. Keep the receipts. And keep on making art. Our vitality is proof that we were here.

h/t to City of Salem Operations for design.

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· 3d

These are the sturdy reminders that life goes on, there is beauty in chaos, and strength in letting things be.

Image is of the southern Oregon coast, with giant rocks in the foreground and background, the ocean in-between.

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· 7d

A bit about me. Tell me something about you.

An image of Author Susan Rich, along with a fun list of things to know about her: Indie Author hopes to publish Spring '27, Gemstone Crossword Puzzle Series, Writes about strong women making bad decisions, Writes in total silence, Tea drinker, loves chocolate, Has a huge collection of funky hats and boots, Wants women to be seen, A journalist how refuses to journal: what if you read my thoughts, Once shot from midcourt at a basketball game, can lose 12 hours writing, Zodiac sign is Aries

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· 8d

I was so busy with book things I skipped dinner last night. My husband gets me.... #booksky #amwriting #fiction #indieauthor

Image is of keyboard with bar of chocolate set on top, a welcome snack for this busy writer.

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· 9d

Updated my website...launching a pre-launch book marketing campaign...about ready to dive into the final edits of my four-book series. Breaktime over, ha. susanrichwrites.com #bookthreads #indieauthor #fiction

Background is a crossword puzzle. Text over it reads, Gemstone Crossword Puzzle Series, a Gemmy Brandeis Novel
Author's name is Susan Rich

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· 10d

Updated my website because my tetralogy (that's four books!!) is coming soon. Um. Does 'soon' qualify as next Spring? Hope so.... Take a peek: susanrichwrites.com

Light blue book cover with two images: A crossword puzzle and the drawing of a diamond. Text invites you to visit susanrichwrites.com to learn about a four-book series. Book titles are One Down, No Clue, Three Across, Yellow Notebook. Series described as mid-life coming of age, Binge-read, and Dark Themes.

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· 10d

One bad sentence does a book series make. (tbh, tens of thousands!) Peek into my writing process, and while you're at it, **SOLVE A CROSSWORD PUZZLE** susanrichwrites.com/2026/07/27/o...

a piece of notebook paper with the words: Another lie being swapped for truth. Rest of text reads onebadsentence, Solve the puzzle at SusanRichWrites.com

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· Jul 9

I'm writing a trilogy where the main character is female, late-40's, loves rock-hounding, and cannot stay out of trouble to save her life. Binge-watch action, dark themes, mid-life coming of age drama. Gemstone Crossword Puzzle Series. Does this rock your world? #indieauthor #booksky

Businesses that exist in Bayton, OR. Fictional seaside town that is the setting for Gemstone Crossword Puzzle Series.

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· Apr 21

Sharing an after-dinner Dove chocolate with Dave. They come with little fortunes in them. I don't have my glasses on, so I ask him to read mine: "You have many ducks," he reads. "Put them in a row." Me, laughing: "Does it really say that?" Him: "No. I made that up." My guy. He's my kinda silly.

Image of OP sharing a kiss with her husband. Man is in gray jacket, woman in orange.

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· Mar 5

Do you remember these? This one's mine. clickamericana.com/toys-and-gam...

A picture of a Toot-a-Loop radio circa early 1970's. A white, round radio with a dial, AM only. Attached link has more information plus images of other crazy radios from the era.

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· Jan 17

Like fine wine, no book before its time. #amwriting #amwritingfiction

White text on black background reads: If you're worried about how little you've achieved, remember that Bram Stoker didn't write Dracula until he was 50, and Dracula didn't kill anyone until he was dead.

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· Jul 24

Eleven years ago today I discovered there's a font called Horse Puke. Probably not the best choice for an indie author to use, but I think it tops the name-that-font game, hands down. #booksky #indieauthor #fiction

A colorful field of wildflowers with an example of a font called, Horse Puke, centered. Humorous, yes the font exists.

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· Jul 23

What was your wisdom for today? #booksky #fiction #indieauthor #writing

Image is words on dark background, reads: Words cast spells. That's why it's called SPELLING. Words are energy; use them wisely.

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· Jul 8

That moment when you realize the scene you set in total darkness is described as if it was full daylight. Yeah. That one. #booksky #indieauthor #editing #fiction

A snowy scene set along a river. Sunset, so the colors are shades of glowing pinks and blues.

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· Jul 7

English can be WEIRD. It can also be WIRED and inspire IRE and make you see RED. Lots of word combos here! Share a few in the comments. But as for the rest of the message? ENOUGH. PS, I used to teach ESL classes and I admire everyone who tries to tackle English. It's not easy.

White coffee cup with black test reading: Yes, English can be WEIRD. It can be understood through tough thorough thought, though.

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· Jul 2

Today I'm rooting for the latter meaning. Well, not only today.

Words on a blue background. Text reads: nefelibata (noun) "cloud-walker" One who lives in the clouds of their own imagination or dreams, or one who does not obey the conventions of society, literature, or art.

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· Jul 1

A bookstore in Venice, five years ago. This sings to my #indieauthor heart. 📚

The OP taking a selfie through a bookstore window. The sign reads, Don't look for love, look for books.

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· Jun 30

How many combos have you done in your lifetime? #booksky #fiction #indieauthor

Image shows multi-level library with people and stacks of books. Text reads, Every book you've ever read is just a combination of 26 letters.

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· Jun 29

Expecting edits back this week, which means this will be me next week. And the one after. And the one... so what am I doing? Writing a new story. #booksky #indieauthor #amwriting #amediting

Black and white line drawn cartoon showing on figure sitting at a desk, another standing behind it pointing a gun at his head. Text reads, "The muse most of us really need" and the character with the gun is yelling, "Write the (expletive) story."

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· Jun 28

Agree. But to me a book is not 'flat.' It's bursting with ideas and hard work. #booksky #indieauthor #amwriting #fiction

Image of Carl Sagan and a long quote about the magic of books. Paraphrased: A book is a flat object made from a tree on which are imprinted lots of funny dark squiggles. One glance and you're in the mind of another person. Books break the shackles of time; proof that humans are capable of working magic.

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· Jun 26

Playing with teasers. A: Who knew that robbing a jewelry store could go so horribly wrong? B: Who knew that robbing a jewelry store would lead to a shattering betrayal? #booksky #indieauthor #writersky #fiction #darkcozy #suspense #drama #writerslife

Image of orange cat hugging a large diamond. Text reads, Gemstone Crossword Puzzle Series, A Gemmy Brandeis Novel

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· Jun 20

How to support an Indie Author. #amwriting #fiction #indieauthor #booksky 💙

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Buy their book
Don't accept pirated copies
Give them feedback
Tell your friends
Tell your local library or bookstore
Keep reading

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· Jun 16

This is Blue Peruvian Opal, the national stone of Peru, gifted to me by a rock-hound friend today. "Wearing or carrying Andean Blue Opal can promote emotional healing, balance the mind and body, and enhance spiritual awareness." He knows me well.

Image of three pieces of Blue Peruvian Opal in triangle formation. Vivid hues of blues. This opal is often used in meditation practices to facilitate relaxation, clarity of mind, and deeper spiritual connections.

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· Jun 10

The health reminder no one wants to see! #colonoscopy

A postcard reading Time to go back to Salem Gastro. Colonoscopy reminder.

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· Jun 8

If I'm not writing, I'm drawing #watercolor #cartoon This is my heart-project, PaniCat.

Cartoon sketch of a cat riding a red skateboard along with his friends, Plie, a yellow chick, Griswold, a green frog, and a blue Turtle. There are colorful fish swimming around them and they are riding on a desert floor. Text: who needs a map when adventure is the goal?

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· May 5

It's a sunny day and I have my Hello Kitty vibe going. I am a GenX gal and sometimes I can't shake the cuteness. What were the 'role models' of your youth? #hellokitty #memories #Mondayfun #happy #indieauthor #amwriting 💙📚

OP standing with a life-size figure of Hello Kitty. OP is wearing black and white, Hello Kitty is in pink and white with giant pink shoes.
#hellokitty #happy #indieauthor #booksky

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· May 5

💙📚Passion breeds patience This is what I remind myself as I dive, once again, into #book edits. #indieauthor #drama #suspense

Image shows an open manuscript with a red pen and notepad. The text is not legible, but it represents the editing process for a book series.

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· May 4

Live. Life. Love. Best 4-letter words,ever. 📚💙 #lgbtq #pride #trans #indieauthor

Rainbow with black cartoon flea. Text reads life is short. Be who you want. Love who you are.

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· May 3

💙📚Still finding my way around bsky and booksky. Loving the chance to connect with other indie authors. Found: on a recent beach trip. I so want this to be a real book. Maybe I need to write it.

A silly book cover shows a cartoon sketch of a sailing ship being grabbed by an octopus. Blue background. The title of the book is, The Killer Octopus Off the Oregon Coast. The words Coastal Chaos and Newport, OR are printed at the bottom of the image.

Author Susan Rich@richwriting· May 1

#writers where are you in the process? Readers, we do this for you and love every inch of the madness.