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September 21, 2021
Listen In
Narration Sessions. Over the next few days (beginning tomorrow, 9/22), Travis Baldree will be creating the audio edition of Fumiko and the Finicky Nestmate (Amaranthine Saga, #5). If you are so inclined, you can sneak in and listen to him creating the audio book LIVE on his Discord server: Cryptid Audio.
Usual start time: 8:30 – 9:00 am (Pacific)
On the plus side, it’s FUN to watch Travis work. And you’d be getting to hear the book a whole month before it releases. But if you can’t set yo...
Mood Stripes 267: Interrupted
Disclaimer: I do hereby disclaim all rights and responsibilities for the characters in this audacious adventure… especially for the accepting one. A nod of recognition is bent towards Rumiko Takahashi for her creative prowess.
Chapter 267: Interrupted
Sesshoumaru had to agree. “I please her.”
Inuyasha flattened his ears and shoved his hands into his sleeves.
“Hnn. I aspire to please her in return.”
“Keh.” It was weak, barely a protest. Then his brother stubbornly met his gaze....
September 20, 2021
LMM 291: You Tried
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 might know.
291
You Tried
“I might know,” Nonny mumbled in the vicinity of Jacques’ breastbone.
“Know what, nonny, nonny, hey?”
“Why you.”
“Tell us, then. Assuming Deece is allowed to know the ter...
Every Word Matters
Give and Take. There is a certain … compatibility of souls between the Amaranthine and reavers. In times past, this made reavers prey to greedy grabs for power. But some clans were patient enough to cultivate friendships with these bright souls, and trust led to the practice of tending. The five most prominent (even dominant) clans are those which held to a long tradition of peace & cooperation with reavers: dog, wolf, cat, dragon, and fox.
How long had it been? Several years, now. Ambro...
September 19, 2021
Book Boxes
Weekend Delivery. My trusty local courier left a small mountain of book boxes on my doorstep yesterday, and this morning (when the light was better), I snapped an initial picture.
Release Day: October 22, 2021
I won’t begin taking pre-orders for signed copies until October 1. More about that on the Signed Books tab >>
September 16, 2021
Quarterly Art Card
Perks of Patronage. I do try to reward those who support me over on Patreon with exclusive content. There are stories (currently spinning out Bard & Barbarian). Narrated chapters (of BnB) by Travis Baldree. And there are a variety of options that mean fun stuff in your mailbox. Most recently, I’ve begun adding story snippets. Amaranthine outtakes that are printed on postcards or art cards, much like September’s Quarterly Art Card.
Printed on felted paper, this 5×7″ art card features an i...
LMM 290: Professional Bedmate
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 needs a good night’s sleep.
290
Professional Bedmate
“Relax, Nonny. You’re in the arms of a professional. Right, Deece?”
“Uncle does prefer him. As does Lapis.”
Jacques asked, “Do you go deep?”
“N...
September 15, 2021
Bard & Barbarian
Updated! Bard & Barbarian has updated over on my Patreon with Ch28, “My Lady.” Because one dwarf’s annoyance can sometimes charm a bard. ::twinkle::
September 14, 2021
Mood Stripes 266: Sparkly
Disclaimer: I do hereby disclaim all rights and responsibilities for the characters in this audacious adventure… especially for the one who keeps his promises. A nod of recognition is bent towards Rumiko Takahashi for her creative prowess.
Chapter 266: Sparkly
“You’re not the first to make a grab for Kagome.” Inuyasha couldn’t resist needling Sesshoumaru a little. “Even Naraku tried.”
“And you?”
He hadn’t expected to be asked. “I made promises. I’ve kept them. Gonna keep on keepi...
September 13, 2021
LMM 289: Wisdom
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 weary one.
289
Wisdom
“How old would you guess Nonny is?”
“In Amaranthine terms or human equivalents?” asked Deece.
“Lord. I’ve only been human. Go with that.”
“Thirteen…?” The cat smoothed a thumb under ...
