Forthright .'s Blog, page 93
August 23, 2021
Every Name a Story
Glint Starmark. When the “First of Dogs” takes a new name for himself, it’s star-themed. His first children, who are Kith, are given names that have significance to his life, his choices, and his hopes for the future. In doing so, he establishes the doggish naming sense that carries throughout the centuries (and the series).
His children never learned the name Loor-ket Highwind, nor did he hand down any wolf lore. When he sang, it was of the descent of an angel and the rise of a star. Th...
August 22, 2021
ART: Sisters
Titular Character. Fumiko and the Finicky Nestmate is set up for pre-order (digital edition, Amazon, so far) and will release in October. So … I thought I’d give you a peek at Fumiko. It’s no spoiler to include her sister, since Fumiko’s status as tree-kin is mentioned in the story summary. But other details will have to wait. (I abhor spoilers!)
Sisters | art by FoxOfTwilight
She could make a mess of everything. Especially him.
The Junzi—also known as the Four Gentlemen—are a set of an...
August 21, 2021
Mood Stripes 262: Enlightening
Disclaimer: I do hereby disclaim all rights and responsibilities for the characters in this audacious adventure… especially for the persuasive one. A nod of recognition is bent towards Rumiko Takahashi for her creative prowess.
Chapter 262: Enlightening
Kagome was used to facing things she never would have believed possible. Time travel. Youkai. Being born with the Jewel in her body. But this…? This reached new levels.
Fur tugged.
Hair brushed.
Fingers guided.
Was this what...
August 19, 2021
LMM 282: Kith Sire
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 in a satisfactory arrangement.
282
Kith Sire
Deece hesitantly met his gaze, as if Jacques’ reaction… mattered.
“Many felicitations,” he managed, just as cautious.
“Why be shy?” asked Sansa. “My Minx, she...
August 18, 2021
Perks of Patronage
Patreon Teaser. For August’s mailing (I do monthly/bi-monthly mailings) for my patrons, I’ve revealed a postcard we whipped up special. There’s a drabble on the reverse, which is a (spoiler=free) teaser for Fumiko and the Finicky Nestmate (Amaranthine Saga, #5), which is currently available for pre-order. If you want to get in on this mailing, consider becoming a patron.
No matter how or where you support me and my writing, I’m grateful! ::glomp:: If you want ...
August 17, 2021
Release Day
Mikoto and the Reaver Village, the fourth book in the Amaranthine Saga, is now available in audio format. Travis Baldree narrates!
LMM 281: Eeny, Meeny, Miny, Moe
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 smallest one.
281
Eeny, Meeny, Miny, Moe
Jacques marched toward Stately House, determinedly seeking information. He could have called Michael for an update, but Jacques was after more than a cub count.
Nonny ha...
Mood Stripes 261: Awake
Disclaimer: I do hereby disclaim all rights and responsibilities for the characters in this audacious adventure… especially for the one who will be quiet. A nod of recognition is bent towards Rumiko Takahashi for her creative prowess.
Chapter 261: Awake
Neither did he hurry.
A light, leisurely press of lips. Sesshoumaru wanted to gauge Kagome’s reaction. No, he wanted her participation. So he nudged her cheek and hummed questioningly.
“Erm… I’m awake,” she whispered. “Now.”
“H...
August 12, 2021
Tide You Over
Fall Releases. New stories are scheduled for release in both October and November, which may seem a long way off. If so, I’m suggesting you tide yourself over with other titles currently in stock. I have copies of the Galleries of Stone trilogy on the shelf. Its a trilogy I mentioned on this post >>
This is a fantasy series, complete in three volumes. (Although there’s a second trilogy in the works.) The story involves a magical master sculptor and living statues … and Tupper. Natural...
LMM 280: Winter Picnic
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 doing menial things.
280
Winter Picnic
Jacques decided that cooking wasn’t his thing. Menial. Messy. But even though others offered to take his place, he stubbornly stayed at Argent’s side.
Sonnet and the c...
