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Heloise Has the Munchies

Meal time at Chez Carrabis. The ways of The Wild delight and amuse. Yes, we feed those in The Wild. And why not? The pleasure they provide, the sheer joy of sharing with the Old Ones gladdens my heart and lifts me in ways interactions with own species seldom does. If ever does. It’s not … Continue reading "Heloise Has the Munchies"

J.W. Wood’s ‘Goznym: Leyla’ in Writers Co-op Production’s The Rabbit Hole Weird Stories Destination:Journey Anthology

I asked fellow The Rabbit Hole Weird Stories Destination:Journey anthology contributors to share some things about themselves prior to publication and those generous enough to do so will be appearing here for the next week or so. Each entry gives a taste of their contribution, a little about them, how to contact them, how their … Continue reading "J.W. Wood’s ‘Goznym: Leyla’ in Writers Co-op Production’s The Rabbit Hole Weird Stories Destination:Journey Anthology"

Steam

I took part in a Fiction Slam earlier this week. My offering was Steam (which appeared in James Gunn’s Ad Astra in March 2023. I find such events fascinating. I went with the desire to develop my public speaking skills. Winning, if it occurred, was secondary (I was runner up). The other offerings though…Two, to … Continue reading "Steam"

The Alibi (A John Chance Mystery) – Chapter 29

Yet one more not completely brand new. Pieces from previous chapters rearranged and edited for story flow and continuity. I’ve learned to live with such things. Hope you can, too. Enjoy. The Alibi – Chapter 29   Cranston grabbed the railing as he jogged up the stairs to Precinct House 17. He may have been … Continue reading "The Alibi (A John Chance Mystery) – Chapter 29"

A Frolly of Kits

A great joy for us is our yearly rendition of Raccoon kits. This year has been no exception. They run, they scamper, after a bit they recognize this Two-Legger has food and they run and scamper over my feet (be sure to wear thick sneakers or shoes. they’re apt to nibble randomly until they figure … Continue reading "A Frolly of Kits"

The Alibi (A John Chance Mystery) – Chapter 28

Another not completely brand new chapter. Pieces from previous chapters rearranged and edited for story flow and continuity. Again. As noted previously, I’ve learned to live with such things. Hope you can, too. Enjoy. The Alibi – Chapter 28   Thorne let the Lady Eglesia‘s systems bring it into the harbor while she dozed on … Continue reading "The Alibi (A John Chance Mystery) – Chapter 28"

My ‘Binky’ in WordCrafter Press’ Midnight Roost Anthology

I asked fellow Midnight Roost anthology contributors to share some things about themselves prior to publication and those generous enough to do so will be appearing here for the next week or so. Each entry gives a taste of their contribution, a little about them, how to contact them, how their story came about, and … Continue reading "My ‘Binky’ in WordCrafter Press’ Midnight Roost Anthology"

My ‘Blood Magic’ in WordCrafter Press’ Midnight Roost Anthology

I asked fellow Midnight Roost anthology contributors to share some things about themselves prior to publication and those generous enough to do so will be appearing here for the next week or so. Each entry gives a taste of their contribution, a little about them, how to contact them, how their story came about, and … Continue reading "My ‘Blood Magic’ in WordCrafter Press’ Midnight Roost Anthology"

My ‘The Beach’ in WordCrafter Press’ Midnight Roost Anthology

I asked fellow Midnight Roost anthology contributors to share some things about themselves prior to publication and those generous enough to do so will be appearing here for the next week or so. Each entry gives a taste of their contribution, a little about them, how to contact them, how their story came about, and … Continue reading "My ‘The Beach’ in WordCrafter Press’ Midnight Roost Anthology"

Christopher Barilli’s ‘Shaken’ in WordCrafter Press’ Midnight Roost Anthology

I asked fellow Midnight Roost anthology contributors to share some things about themselves prior to publication and those generous enough to do so will be appearing here for the next week or so. Each entry gives a taste of their contribution, a little about them, how to contact them, how their story came about, and … Continue reading "Christopher Barilli’s ‘Shaken’ in WordCrafter Press’ Midnight Roost Anthology"