Forthright .'s Blog, page 41
January 11, 2023
The Final Miko
Coming in Autumn 2023. We’ll call this my “official” cover reveal for Bk7, even though (as usual) I slipped an early peek at this cover into signed copies of Bk6 that went out last October. It’s tradition. I’ve always given the title of the next book at the end of Pimiko’s digital editions, but print editions always also include a bonus: the summary. Today, you’ll have it all in one place!
One bachelor is love-shy. One is unrequited.
One is much-loved. One is blindsided.
Argent Mett...
January 10, 2023
Pokemon GO!
2022 in Review. I received a message from Niantic with a roundup of my year. How many kilometers I walked, how many spinners spun, how many Pokemon I caught, how many raids I participated in … that sort of thing. And I also earned a … title?
Apparently, I’m a good & loyal friend, so if you need one (in-game) … comment or drop me an email with your trainer code. ::twinkle::
LMM 560: Penny Drop
Claimer: I do hereby claim all rights and responsibility for the characters in this series of vignettes because the Amaranthine Saga is mine. (Which means I should probably behave myself since anything I say or do could be taken as canon.) Indulge the lot of us, especially the cheeky one.
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Penny Drop
“What do Amaranthine of the turkey clans exchange during the Vernal Equinox?”
Jacques frowned.
Rook held up his hands. “I know plenty of pheasant lore, but none of my acquaintances...
January 9, 2023
LMM 559: Trivial Pursuits
Claimer: I do hereby claim all rights and responsibility for the characters in this series of vignettes because the Amaranthine Saga is mine. (Which means I should probably behave myself since anything I say or do could be taken as canon.) Indulge the lot of us, especially the one who’s in the know.
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Trivial Pursuits
Rook and Jacques went toe-to-toe on Harrison’s trivia contest. Privately, of course.
“What new primetime television drama is made history by casting of Pim Moonpr...
January 7, 2023
Favorite Tropes
Tough Guys & Cute Kids. I’ve been loving (and writing) this classic trope for ages. Doesn’t matter if it’s a dad, a big brother, a guardian, or some (oft reluctant) stranger who’s left holding the baby, I’m there for it. (In the IY fandom, this was Sesshoumaru & Rin.) Thankfully, this trope has become a recent trend in manga/anime. Last year’s big hit was Spy x Family, in which a top-ranked international spy needs to cobble together a family for a mission.
If you loved that, you’ll love ...
January 6, 2023
ART: Warm Enough?
January’s Art Card. One of my “resolutions” for the new year involves my Patreon. I send out monthly mailings to thank supporters. In the past, I’d choose note cards or stationary that suited my mood for the month. This year, with my mailing list growing steadily, I’ve made the commitment to have cards printed every month. They’ll feature story-related art, book covers, etc. And most will incorporate book quotes or (like this month) an original story snippet.
For January, I wanted something ...
LMM 558: Second Opinion
Claimer: I do hereby claim all rights and responsibility for the characters in this series of vignettes because the Amaranthine Saga is mine. (Which means I should probably behave myself since anything I say or do could be taken as canon.) Indulge the lot of us, especially the over-protective one.
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Second Opinion
Jacques startled when someone slid into the seat across from his.
“Easy, Jacques. Lord Mettlebright placed a call, and Jiminy volunteered me.” He offered a hand. “Lou Boo...
January 5, 2023
LMM 557: Efficacious
Claimer: I do hereby claim all rights and responsibility for the characters in this series of vignettes because the Amaranthine Saga is mine. (Which means I should probably behave myself since anything I say or do could be taken as canon.) Indulge the lot of us, especially the concerned party.
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Efficacious
Jacques needed a moment, so he took it.
Can you be more specific?
She burnt the gruel this morning
Keeps calling me Florent, whoever the hell that is
Tail might be permanently ...
Bard & Barbarian
Updated! Bard & Barbarian has updated over on my Patreon with Ch56, “Thwarted.” Because sometimes the enemy that needs to be thwarted is … ourselves. Also, proof that Imber’s summons are best bois!
January 3, 2023
LMM 556: Like Bees to Honey
Claimer: I do hereby claim all rights and responsibility for the characters in this series of vignettes because the Amaranthine Saga is mine. (Which means I should probably behave myself since anything I say or do could be taken as canon.) Indulge the lot of us, especially the one with gourmet tastes.
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Like Bees to Honey
Jacques watched the coat racks fill and the stage lights go on. Noise levels increased enough to drown out a popcorn cart, and all arriving children made a beeline f...
