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Witchy Winter – Snippet 21

Witchy Winter – Snippet 21 “I am a man of prejudices, I admit. But I’m learning.” Chapter Twelve Cathy knew from the expression on Bill’s face that he was plagued by the same two questions troubling her. Must we include … Continue reading →

Revelation (Demons Of The Past 01) – Chapter 23

Revelation (Demons Of The Past 01) – Chapter 23 Chapter 23. Varan: “Evaluation you ready for are,” Dr. Sooovickalassa said. That was, in a way, a relief. The past few days had been filled with hidden tension — tension mostly … Continue reading →

Though Hell Should Bar The Way – Snippet 33

Though Hell Should Bar The Way – Snippet 33 The woman scampered off. All three were dressed as maids: young enough to be more than that, but too plain for that to seem probable. The two who remained clutched one … Continue reading →

French Roast Apocalypse – Chapter 14

French Roast Apocalypse – Chapter 14 Chapter 14. Dublin, Ireland, 2010 Pitch darkness, tempered only with the whirl and thunder of sea against shore. Cool salty air kissed his cheeks. He wasn’t sure where he was as he came to … Continue reading →

Though Hell Should Bar The Way – Snippet 32

Though Hell Should Bar The Way – Snippet 32 CHAPTER 19 That was my introduction to my duties as the chamberlain’s assistant. I copied out the food orders and gave them to Giorgios. He would have gone off with them, … Continue reading →

Revelation (Demons Of The Past 01) – Chapter 22

Revelation (Demons Of The Past 01) – Chapter 22 Chapter 22. Taelin: He wandered the halls of the Mel’Tasne estate, not quite sure where he was going. Treyuusei was off at the Dellitamas, since their vacation had been put on … Continue reading →

Witchy Winter – Snippet 20

Witchy Winter – Snippet 20 “I didn’t send the preacher. I was simply unable to stop him. I sent Berkeley and the Blues, and little help they were.” “For all we know now,” Temple continued, picking up the earlier thread, … Continue reading →

French Roast Apocalypse – Chapter 13

French Roast Apocalypse – Chapter 13 Chapter 13. New York City, 2010 “What the hell was that?” At least, that was what Dylan tried to say. But the sounds were barely recognizable as words, accompanied by a splutter of thick … Continue reading →

Though Hell Should Bar The Way – Snippet 31

Though Hell Should Bar The Way – Snippet 31 “Olfetrie!” someone called from the pit. I couldn’t make out individuals in the gloom. Then a different voice, Langland’s, called, “Hey, Olfetrie? Can you get me out of here?” “Come along, … Continue reading →

Revelation (Demons Of The Past 01) – Chapter 21

Revelation (Demons Of The Past 01) – Chapter 21 Chapter 21. Varan: I got away with it. That thought was just about the only one in my head for a long time after Shagrath left. I could still barely believe … Continue reading →