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March 19, 2015
Passing the Torch: Read the First Six Chapters with a Soundtrack
Deep in the Arizona desert live a girl and her dad, burying secrets—and bodies.
Mesa Kingston’s first memory of burying a corpse was at eight years old. Back then it had been the carcass of a large lizard her dad found that they buried in the backyard of their isolated cottage. At age fourteen, the body of a young lady accompanied the reptile’s remains, and ever since, an accumulation of female bodies began to grow. Now, the only way Mesa can stop the haunting screams of the dead is by drowning them out with flames. Or is there more to the blaze than even she can perceive?
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Readers Reviews:
“The author has written a suspenseful book and the ending will blow you away.”
“I can say with a great amount of certainty that Ms. Sanders is a master at her craft if this story is any indication of her abilities.”
“This author has done a marvelous job of fleshing out the character of Mesa in very few words, which is a remarkable accomplishment and is indicative of a highly talented author. In only a scant 25 pages (on my e-reader), the author grabbed my heart and mind and didn’t let go until the very last word.”
“Very emotional book with a totally unexpected ending.”
“…certainly delivers a punch.”
“This book will have you on edge, this book will have you feeling every emotion the characters do.”
“This novella is well written and engaging. The action slowly draws the reader in until the last page is turned.”
“It is simply amazing how L.L. Sanders managed to tell such a profound story with very few words and deliver such deep emotional connection between the reader and [the protagonist] Mesa.”
“Passing the Torch by L.L. Sanders is a short story comprised of many deeply emotional layers.”
“L.L. Sanders has successfully penned the elements of a thrilling short story. Passing the Torch piques your curiosity and then pulls you in with its startling book cover and opening narrative hook.”
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February 21, 2015
First Chapter Excerpt: Passing the Torch by L.L. Sanders
Do you enjoy reading dark, emotional, character-driven suspense and psychological thrillers? Passing the Torch is just that at 10,000 words. Short enough to read in one sitting, but deep enough to stay with you for a long time after.
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Deep in the Arizona desert live a girl and her dad, burying secrets—and bodies.
Mesa Kingston’s first memory of burying a corpse was at eight years old. Back then it had been the carcass of a large lizard her dad found that they buried in the backyard of their isolated cottage. At age fourteen, the body of a young lady accompanied the reptile’s remains, and ever since, an accumulation of female bodies began to grow. Now, the only way Mesa can stop the haunting screams of the dead is by drowning them out with flames. Or is there more to the blaze than even she can perceive?
Early Praise for Passing the Torch
“L.L. Sanders writes an intense psychological drama in Passing the Torch. … Sanders patiently guides the suspense within the plot. The story is told from Mesa’s point of view, which vacillates from past events to the current situation. This technique reveals the innocence eye of the child within the disturbed adult, making Passing the Torch a fascinating read.” – Cheryl E. Rodriguez for Readers’ Favorite
Passing the Torch by L.L. Sanders is a short story comprised of many deeply emotional layers.” – Patricia Day for Readers’ Favorite
It is simply amazing how L.L. Sanders managed to tell such a profound story with very few words and deliver such deep emotional connection between the reader and [the protagonist] Mesa. By the time I was done reading the first chapter, I knew it was going to be an engrossing read all the way.” – Faridah Nassozi for Readers’ Favorite
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November 16, 2014
Welcome! Just watch your step
Hello. Welcome. Watch out for the cobwebs in the corners. I’m working on cleaning this place up a bit
It might look a little bare around here and that’s because it is. This is the new site for my creepy alter ego, L.L. Sanders.
Thanks for stopping by.
Around here you’ll find details on my projects and information about my work, however, this place is not ALL about me. I’ll post some articles on the craft of writing genre fiction in the horror and thriller genres, info on writing and constructing short stories, and other topics I’m familiar with. I won’t promise to post every day or even once a week, but when I update you will find helpful articles on the writing craft. So be sure to follow the blog and sign up to receive notifications to your inbox when I post something new so you don’t miss anything.
Once again, welcome. 
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