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Ratting Around (Emily Austin’s Substack) · Jul 3, 2026

COVERED IN BRUISES

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Emily Austin · Ratting Around (Emily Austin’s Substack)

Hello everyone,

Here’s what’s been on my mind lately:

1) Why am I perpetually covered in bruises?

2) I’m teaching a writing class this fall. I’ve never taught a writing class before, and I don’t have an MFA, so God help me. I have taught library related classes, so I’m capable of doing things like developing a syllabus and rubrics. I’m not, however, well acquainted with writing as a subject to study. Lord knows what I’ll impart on my poor pupils.

3) I tie-dyed some shirts with my sister and nephew about a week ago, and didn’t wear gloves (oops). My nailbeds are stained purple. I look like I’ve been clawing in dirt.

4) I think my pinky-toe is broken.

5) I handed in the first round of edits for new book, GARBAGE GIRL. I find editing really fun. Have I mentioned GARBAGE GIRL on SubStack yet? It’s about a grocery store janitor (fun fact: I used to be a grocery store janitor!)

Anyways, I’ve been eating slices of watermelon like steak with a fork and knife and watching Road to Avonlea. I am obsessed with Hetty King.

I hope you’re all filling your days with similar indulgences.

Happy July,
Emily

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