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To Challenge a Monster

I did a lot of thinking while stuck in bed.  Eventually, my thoughts went to my books and I started pondering Clyde again.  For those new to here, Clyde is a powerful vampire and will be the main ‘hero’ of … Continue reading

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So You’re Going to Give Your Character a Pet

So, you want to use a pet in your story.  Good idea.  There’s a long tradition of helpful animal companions of both natural and magical varieties.  It all comes down to what you want you’re looking for.  Here are some … Continue reading

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What Do You Look for in Literary Pets?

I watch a few Harry Potter movies this weekend while editing since I’ve seen them enough that they’re background noise.  Something caught my attention this time.  The familiars are there, but rarely come into play outside of a few events.  … Continue reading

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Excerpt: On Her Own (Unedited from The Compass Key)

Kira slips onto the balcony and closes the door behind her, the ocean air making her shiver with excitement. She climbs onto the railing and eyes the thick anchor chain that is a feet around the side of the ship. … Continue reading

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Women of Windemere: Kira Grasdon Videos

(Each character has been given a video game song too.  Why?  Because I listened to a video game music while writing the poems and many of the songs stuck.) Check out Kira Grasdon in Legends of Windemere: Beginning of a … Continue reading

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Women of Windemere: Kira Grasdon Poems

I Am Kira I am me Hidden behind The me you expect Mask firmly in place Lines rehearsed I am ready To play the game You underestimate me Thinking me a prize To woo and praise My eyes on your … Continue reading

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Women of Windemere: Kira Grasdon

A few weeks ago, Kayla Matt contacted me about drawing the female characters of Windemere.  She did an amazing job.  Today, I’m showcasing her drawings of Kira Grasdon along with poems, videos, and an excerpt. Kira Grasdon is a student … Continue reading

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Women of Windemere: Trinity Poems

I Am Trinity I will soil my soul To save them all Call me a monster Despise my name I do not care For I am a Queen With an iron will I have sworn Upon every brow That I … Continue reading

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Women of Windemere: Trinity

A few weeks ago, Kayla Matt contacted me about drawing the female characters of Windemere.  She did an amazing job.  Today, I’m showcasing her drawings of Trinity along with poems, videos, and an excerpt. Trinity is the Queen of the … Continue reading

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Women of Windemere: Kellia Poetry

I Am Kellia I am strength Show no weakness Shed no tears I must be the pillar That others need I will never play the fool Or call such one a friend My allies shall be true Serious and strong … Continue reading

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