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April 28, 2022
LMM 399: Highly Irregular
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 at a loss.
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Highly Irregular
Before agreeing to anything, Josheb raised his hand and said, “Hey. Did I do something to make you think I’m wary of you?”
Jacques thought back. “Not specifically. Many are, ...
April 27, 2022
Signed Books
Inventory. I usually do a restock of books whenever I have a new one releasing. Because lots of folks turn up and want to fill a box. With the second Songs of the Amaranthine anthology coming out in less than a month, it’s time to place an order with the printer.
CURRENT STOCK (4thy’s titles):
Bk1: Tsumiko and the Enslaved Fox – 4 copiesBk2: Kimiko and the Accidental Proposal – plentyBk3: Tamiko and the Two Janitors – 3 copiesBk4: Mikoto and the Reaver Village – 6 copiesBk5: Fumiko an...Bard & Barbarian
Narrated Edition. Bard and Barbarian has been posting slow and steady over on my Patreon account. Reading along is great, but supporters on some tiers can now listen along. Ch29, “Springheels” just went live for those in qualifying tiers. AND Ch25, “Fidelio” just unlocked for the Twinkle and Sparkle tiers.
New narrated chapters will arrive every other Wednesday, which means … there’s always something more to look forward to! Learn more about my Patreon here >>
April 26, 2022
LMM 398: Show Me Yours
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 wants to swap secrets.
398
Show Me Yours
Jacques’ interest piqued. “A gentleman’s valet keeps his secrets. You may confide in us… if you dare.”
“Unfair!”
“Entirely.” Jacques approached, carefully gau...
April 25, 2022
LMM 397: Dare to Bare
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 blue-eyed one.
397
Dare to Bare
“You’ll wear one?”
“Naturellement! I am the swim club’s founder and primary lecturer.”
Josheb peeled out of his shirt. “Does that rig come in blue?”
“Oui. I know just the s...
Proof Copy
Flattered by Flowers: The Anthology. I received an initial proof of the new anthology over the weekend. It looks lovely! As a reminder, this book includes Songs of the Amaranthine 5-8:
Hemmed in Silver – Fairies in the garden. Frost on the pumpkins. Farmhands at the dance.Captured on Film – One brother believes in impossible things. One brother denies he can see them.Bathed in Moonlight – Some courtships follow all the rules. Some courtships bend them.Flattered by Flowers – He’s a rough-hewn ...April 22, 2022
LMM 396: Ask Better Questions
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 barefoot.
396
Ask Better Questions
Jacques led Josheb into a nearby room to change.
Once the door shut, Josheb ventured, “I thought Ginkgo was Lord Mettlebright’s only son.”
“So inquisitive. And ab...
Ask Better Questions
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 barefoot.
396
Ask Better Questions
Jacques led Josheb into a nearby room to change.
Once the door shut, Josheb ventured, “I thought Ginkgo was Lord Mettlebright’s only son.”
“So inquisitive. And ab...
Bard & Barbarian
Updated! Bard & Barbarian has updated over on my Patreon with Ch40, “Close to Hand.” Who knew Lorem could be such a take-charge fellow? To battle!
April 21, 2022
LMM 395: You Are Cordially Dared
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 isn’t shy.
395
You Are Cordially Dared
Jacques eased open the door, and Kyrie peeped through.
Josheb failed to hide his surprise. Or his delight. That was good. Honesty was the surest road to trust.
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