Kyle Steenblik

@wastedwords

Indie Author📚💙 I smash words out of a keyboard like a goat with thumbs. Geek, nerd, neuro-divergent, queer🏳️‍🌈. He/Him | They/Them

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Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· 26d

If the number of vaguely flattering AI generated emails offering me author spotlights for book clubs that may or may not exist is reflective of response, then I've got a sleeper of an almost best seller on my hands. 💙📚 #BookSky #QueerRomance #Books wastedwords.net/FixerMakerDr...

The Fixer, The Maker, The Drag Entertainer: A Queer Romance
Not all love stories follow straight lines.

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· 28d

Two years ago, I released Tales of Weirderland into the world. I've been humbled to hear kids call it their favorite book. Or parents tell me how their kids identified with characters or stories. I finally decided to make it available as an ebook starting July 20th. 💙📚 #BookSky #KidLit

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· Jun 5

Just released. The Fixer, The Maker, The Drag Entertainer: A Queer Romance A contemporary bisexual romcom with a dash of speculative magical realism. wastedwords.net/FixerMakerDr...

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· May 18

Be among the first to pick up a copy of The Fixer, The Maker, The Drag Entertainer, on Sun, May 31. Days before release on June 2. Find exclusives, special deals, and new friends. @ The Nerd Store Valley Fair Mall, WVC #Utah 💙📚 #BookSky 🌈💜 #RomanceBook

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· May 13

I like that they called it "fun and frothy" and used words like "expertly" and "sexy" for my queer romantic comedy 💙📚 #BookSky 🌈💜 #RomanceBook wastedwords.net/FixerMakerDr...

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THE FIXER, THE MAKER, THE DRAG ENTERTAINER
A QUEER ROMANCE
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THE FIXER, THE MAKER, THE DRAG ENTERTAINER
A QUEER ROMANCE
by Kyle Steenblik ‧ RELEASE DATE: June 2, 2026

A playful and heartfelt romance that expertly grounds fantastical elements in a real-world love triangle.
"This fun and frothy love story offers strong LGBTQ+ representation while simultaneously delving into the oft-misunderstood world of polyamory. Steenblik expertly tackles myriad issues of modern love—from the emotional complexities to the physical logistics—with a refreshing straightforwardness and a cheeky splash of the supernatural. ... the novel’s magic really shines when it focuses on Mark’s emotional growth and his sexy (not graphic) love triangle with Elijah and Viktoriya. Steenblik has crafted an entertaining and poignant romance that celebrates love in whatever form it may take." -Kirkus Reviews

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· Apr 19

First copies have arrived. They look and feel great. wastedwords.net/The-Fixer-Th... 📚💙🌶🏳️‍🌈👀

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· Apr 2

The Fixer, The Maker, The Drag Entertainer: A Queer Romance 6-2-26 wastedwords.net/FixerMakerDr... 📚💙👀🏳️‍🌈🌶️#BookSky

Not long ago, I found myself in the center of a magnificent love triangle, not as a participant, but as a meddler. Forget the butcher, the baker, and the candlestick-maker. This is a New Jersey story, which means we trade the old rhymes for a slightly more colorful cast.
Mark—The Fixer—cares for broken things: stubborn printers, messy lives, and the family apple orchard he refuses to lose. He never thought too hard about the way his best friend Elijah—The Drag Entertainer—a magnetic drag queen and walking flirt, made his chest feel too tight. Perhaps Mark’s mind was preoccupied by the flirtations of Viktoriya—The Maker—a visionary Ukrainian designer and baker whose attention felt like sunlight Mark didn’t know he’d been missing.
Then during a routine IT service call for a Rutgers philosophy professor, Mark found himself holding my prison—an antique bronze lamp. True to his nature, he sensed an injustice and compassionately freed me without a second thought.
Call me Eros. Not a genie nor a god—but both were based on me. I am just a powerful, ancient, cosmic entity. I can’t grant wishes, but I do like to meddle, and Mark’s inconvenient love life became my favorite hobby.
Over six weeks, flirtations turn to confessions, and awkward moments into point-of-no-return choices. Glittering drag numbers become declarations. Bread-baking folds into intimacy. But when a developer closes in on the orchard, the pressure forces an impossible choice. The four of us must discover exactly how far we’ll go to protect what we’re building—or risk losing it all.
https://wastedwords.net/FixerMakerDrag/

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· Mar 30

The Fixer, The Maker, The Drag Entertainer: A Queer Romance Coming out June, 2 2026 A contemporary upmarket romantic comedy with a gentle speculative twist. Because not all love stories follow straight lines. wastedwords.net/FixerMakerDr... #BookSky 📚💙👀🏳️‍🌈🌶️

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· Mar 27

On June 2, 2026 Mark is a fixer by trade and temperament Elijah is a magnetic drag entertainer Viktoriya is a visionary designer and maker A cozy contemporary romcom set in the gritty, artistic pulse of New Brunswick, NJ

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· Mar 15

Not all love stories follow straight lines #BookSky 💙📚 🏳️‍🌈🌶️

something unexpected is coming
a queer romance

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· Nov 25

December 6th at Payson City Library for Utah Author's day.

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· Aug 10

I... won a thing... 😳League of Utah Writers 2025 Diamond Quill - best book of the year - Tales of Weirderland: The Collected Volumes 💙📚 #KidLit #Books

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· Jun 4

Am I nervous? Yes. Am I so excited for this that I might be sick? Also yes. 📚💙🏳️‍🌈 #Utah #Author #KidLit #D&D

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· Jun 1

June 14th we are celebrating the queer fantasy world of #Dungeons&Dragons with The Fae & Fabulous! Come celebrate a special LIVE in-person and streamed one shot campaign inspired by my stories featuring #drag artists and guests! 📚💙🏳️‍🌈

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· Apr 4

I get to put two stickers on my book now. literarytitan.com/2025/04/04/l... 💙📚👀 #KidLit #Books linktr.ee/kylesteenblik

Tales of Weirderland Literary Titan Gold Book Award and Readers' Favorite Five Stars Award

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· Mar 23

So close....💙📚

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· Mar 19

OK. 66969 words and I just opened the first truly spicy scene of this book with what I think is a fairly sexy bit of consent. 💙📚🌶️

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· Feb 12

"Tales of Weirderland is the perfect book for young fantasy adventure fans. Whimsical and full of wonder and magic, these stories not only entertain but also offer a few valuable life lessons along the way." - Pikasho Deka for Readers' Favorite #KidLit 💙📚👀 #Books linktr.ee/kylesteenblik

Tales of Weirderland: The Collected Volumes by Kyle Steenblik. Book cover with Reader's Favorite Five Star seal.

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· Feb 9

Nice way to start a day of writing. 5 star review. "Tales of Weirderland is a refreshing take on the genre that respects its roots in classic fairytales while delivering new and exciting adventures for contemporary readers." - Carol Thompson for Readers' Favorite 💙📚

Tales of Weirderland: The Collected Volumes book cover with 5 star readers' favorite seal.

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· Jan 15

If I get 12 more flattering reviews, I might start to believe them. Still, it is at least getting easier. 📚💙👀 #kidlit #books www.goodreads.com/book/show/21...

With its rich, descriptive prose and well-crafted plots, "Tales of Weirderland" is a delightful read for fans of fantasy who relish in exploring new realms filled with fantastical creatures and heroic deeds. Whether you're looking to lose yourself in epic adventures or find reflections of real-world challenges in fantastical settings, this book promises to be a memorable addition to your collection. Highly recommended, Steenblik’s work is a testament to the enduring appeal of well-told fairy tales and the power of storytelling to inspire and teach.

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· Nov 29

Post a pic you took to add some calm to the timeline.

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· Nov 28

<🧵>I dislike book promotion. It feels disingenuous asking anyone to buy my book. I want it read by as many kids (or parents) as possible, more than I want as many sales as possible. SO - if you chat me a mailing address, I will send a copy. I'd only ask you share/loan/donate it after. 💙📚👀 #promo

Tales of Weirderland: The Collected Volumes book cover art.
A kitchen table filled with books, maps, tea cups, and a teapot. Outside the window lies a forest. On the windowsill a small purple dragon is sleeping.

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· Nov 21

Post a non-religious photo you think of as holy…

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· Nov 19

It's probably silly to be happy about this, but my registration certificate from the Library of Congress finally arrived. linktr.ee/kylesteenblik 💙📚 #booksky #books

US Library of Congress copyright certificate of registration.

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· Nov 6

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· Sep 21

I got a very nice book review

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· Sep 17

Interesting. glad to know I use my elder status well... Bluesky now has over 10 million users, and I was #166,044!

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· Sep 7

This was a bit of a suprise. Approaching the 60-day mark, this is not looking bad. linktr.ee/kylesteenblik #booksky #buymybook

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· Sep 1

Just a hair over one month old. Whoever bought 3 copies in Italy, it goes great with garlic bread. I'm getting this stack ready to send out for reviews, and Free Little Library donations. www.goodreads.com/book/show/21...

Kyle Steenblik@wastedwords· Jul 25

Has a nice girth to it.