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Setting Versus Dialogue

Aug 7, 2017
1 min

Setting Versus Dialogue

Hey guys! I promise I’ve got that blog post summarizing the Realm Makers conference coming. I’m having a hard time dwindling down so many words to describe such a life changing event! *sigh* In the meantime, check out my latest blog post for the Almost An Author website! Are you a writer that “sees” the setting or the dialogue first? Your answer just might help you hone your craft! Happy writing, friends! Photo credit Unsplash by NASA #setting #SciFi #Fantasy #dialogue #AmWri

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Flash Fiction Friday: The Accident

Aug 4, 2017
2 min

Flash Fiction Friday: The Accident

Jill wiped the windshield of condensation. A chill buzzed across her skin. How could it be both cold and humid? She shook her head and squinted against the rain that pounded the windows. Was that a form up ahead? Her car crept to a stop and a thrash of rain assaulted it, the sound of a thousand angry drums beating the roof. Yes. There was a person walking on the side of the road. A young girl, no coat, hair plastered to her head, arms wrapped around her body. Jill unrolled th

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Flash Fiction Friday: Sight

Jul 28, 2017
1 min

Flash Fiction Friday: Sight

A police radio crackles to life as the paramedic dabs antiseptic on my bloody forehead. Lights from the cruiser outside flash through my living room. I squeeze my eyes shut. “Tell me again how you knew the man was here?” The officer is young, his face stoic as he scribbles in his little pad. “Neighbor. Across the street. Saw the attacker, called 9-1-1.” Pain laces down my neck. My shoulders tense. I see images of a man in black, his knife. That punch. I shiver. “Who?” “The li

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Flash Fiction Friday: Midnight Snack

Jul 21, 2017
1 min

Flash Fiction Friday: Midnight Snack

The cat needed food. Joanie groaned and looked at the clock beside her bed. One thirty-two A.M. Fantastic. She crawled out of the sheets and took care of business as fast as her tired muscles would allow. With one final pat on Max’s head and a prayer that he wouldn’t wake her again, she climbed into bed, settled into warm arms and a firm chest that welcomed her. She nuzzled in, breathed the spicy scent of cologne, relaxed into the embrace. Her eyes shot wide and she gasped. S

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Jeremiah Jones, Cowboy Sorcerer: Author Interview with H. Duke

Jul 15, 2017
3 min

Jeremiah Jones, Cowboy Sorcerer: Author Interview with H. Duke

Hi guys! Today I get to interview fellow writer and blogger (and friend!) H. Duke! Her blog, The Writersaurus, is a hub for anything and everything writing! Be sure to visit, if you haven’t already. H. Duke and I met on my brief stint in AZ and I’ve enjoyed getting to know her and follow her journey with Jeremiah Jones. Not sure what Jeremiah Jones is? Read on to learn more! (Her third installment in the Jeremiah Jones series releases Tuesday. Find it here.) Tell us a little

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My Birthday Flash Fiction Challenge Part Deux!

Jul 11, 2017
1 min

My Birthday Flash Fiction Challenge Part Deux!

Happy Birthday to me! *Blows out candles and grabs a present* Last year I challenged my readers to write a Flash Fiction story in honor of my birthday! It was so much fun–you can read some of those great stories here–that I’ve decided to do it again! Yippee!! *Throws confetti* Sooo, put on those creative thinking caps and get writing! I challenge you to write a story in 43 words or less, following the theme: Birthday. (Why 43 you ask? Hrmmm…that’s how old I am! Tee hee.) I’ll

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Flash Fiction: The Quest

Jul 10, 2017
2 min

Flash Fiction: The Quest

Sweat drips down my back. The day is unusually warm for the autumn equinox. “How much farther?” I say to my father. There are eighty of us, male, hiking to the temple. I’m the youngest, privileged to be among the men of our tribe. Pride swells inside my chest. Each year one male is chosen from those aged thirteen. Me. I’m the chosen one. Friends before me were chosen, are still on their Quest to seek the knowledge life. No one knows where they go, what they do. Now I will fin

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Ironwood Alchemy Anthology Release–Including a short story by moi! (*squeal*)

Jul 3, 2017
1 min

Ironwood Alchemy Anthology Release–Including a short story by moi! (*squeal*)

Yay! It’s finally here! I’ve been wanting to tell you guys about this super fun anthology coming out this month, but didn’t want to post until the link was live. And guess what? It is!! Go find it here. This is the first anthology I’ve been part of and I’m really excited to read all the other stories by my fellow writers from the Parchment and Prose Writers’ Group in Phoenix, AZ. My time in AZ was short but I was crazy blessed to be part of the group and to meet so many talen

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ACFW New Releases–July 2017

Jul 1, 2017
4 min

ACFW New Releases–July 2017

Hey guys! It’s a new month–which means a new list of books from fellow ACFW authors are ready to be read! Run, swim, or do whatever sort of vacationy-type-thing you need to do to get to the nearest bookstore and grab some of these titles up! And don’t forget to soak in a few rays while you’re at it. *wink* Happy reading, friends! July 2017 New Releases More in-depth descriptions of these books can be found on the ACFW Fiction Finder website. Contemporary Romance: On Love’s Ge

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Flash Fiction Friday: Time Travelers

Jun 30, 2017
2 min

Flash Fiction Friday: Time Travelers

“You’re going back to the 1939 World’s Fair in New York.” Harry pushed a few buttons on the control panel before turning to Jim and Ann. “Remember, you’ll have thirty minutes before your cloaking device wears off. Be at the vehicle before then, so you can return to good old 2074.” “Yes, sir,” Jim said. “I know this is your first trip, but we take our travels very seriously here at The Wrinkle In Time Agency.” Harry stepped back. “Enjoy your flight!” He closed the door of the

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Flash Fiction Friday: The Bike (Part 2)

Jun 23, 2017
3 min

Flash Fiction Friday: The Bike (Part 2)

Dan rubbed the hood of his brand new, cherry colored Chevy Corvette Stringray with a clean cloth, then stepped back to admire it. His chest swelled. He’d longed for one of these ever since he could drive. He leaned in to continue cleaning then— A cough from someone at the end of his driveway. His face fell as he turned, sparks flying through his mind, seeking the memory of how he knew this man. The guy was tall and thin, with a cigar that just barely dangled from his lips. Da

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Flash Fiction Friday: The Bike (Part 1)

Jun 16, 2017
2 min

Flash Fiction Friday: The Bike (Part 1)

The neighbors were moving. Eleven year-old Danny kicked a stone along the sidewalk. He squinted against the sun and watched men move furniture into the house across the street. This was the third time the house had sold in two years. A shiver ran down his spine, despite the fact it was the first day of summer vacation. Place must be cursed or something. Crash! The boy jumped and glanced at the U-Move truck. His eye caught the glint of something shiny sitting in the back. Coul

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Book Release: “The Gold Son” by Carrie Anne Noble

Jun 14, 2017
6 min

Book Release: “The Gold Son” by Carrie Anne Noble

Hey friends of Caffeinated Fiction! Today I’m super excited to have a visit from author Carrie Anne Noble to discuss her new release, “The Gold Son.” Read on to see what inspired a story about leprechauns and how you can get your hands on this highly-anticipated YA novel! Thank you for being here with us, Carrie Anne. Tell us three interesting (possibly little known?) facts about yourself! I am currently the foster mother of a grumpy but adorable hedgehog called Chuff, while

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Book Review: SPARK by J.M. Hackman

May 22, 2017
4 min

Book Review: SPARK by J.M. Hackman

This week, I am honored to have the chance to review Spark: The Firebrand Chronicles, Book One by J.M. Hackman! Hold on to your seat! This action packed YA fantasy novel will take you places you never expected and will leave you yearning to read the next book in the series! The Synopsis: Brenna James wants three things for her sixteenth birthday: to find her history notes before the test, to have her mother return from her business trip, and to stop creating fire with her bar

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Flash Fiction Friday: No Trespassing

May 19, 2017
4 min

Flash Fiction Friday: No Trespassing

No Trespassing. Mary Ann read the words allowed as she and her three friends stood on the sidewalk outside the abandoned, dilapidated Cape Cod. “So, the old witch finally died,” Sammy said. At thirteen, he was the oldest of the group. Sarah crossed her arms. “Oh posh, Sammy. She was just an old lady. Weirdly reclusive and totally mean to anyone who walked by, but still just an old lady.” “Yeah, but she’s been around forever. I mean, at least as long as we’ve all been alive.”

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Four Ways to Give Your Fantasy or Sci-fi Character a Name

May 6, 2017
1 min

Four Ways to Give Your Fantasy or Sci-fi Character a Name

Hello friends! The SFF post I wrote over at AlmostAnAuthor has gone live! Visit here to glean a few ideas on how to choose a name for your characters. I’ve had a busy week moving into my new home in North Carolina! Yesterday was official “signing” day and today we have a team of people coming to help us unload our moving pods! Yippee! Hopefully the next post I write will be from my official writing desk!! Prayers appreciated! Happy writing friends! Photo credit Unsplash by NA

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ACFW New Releases–May 2017

May 1, 2017
2 min

ACFW New Releases–May 2017

Wow. When did it become…erm, May?! Did I blink or was it just January a month ago? No? Okay, maybe not. BUT the good news is, at least there are some rockin’ new titles out from fellow ACFW authors this month! Check them out and gather your summer reading list! Yippee!! May 2017 New Releases More in-depth descriptions of these books can be found on the ACFW Fiction Finder website. Contemporary Romance: Amish Brides by Jennifer Beckstrand, Molly Jebber, Amy Lillard — Under bri

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Flash Fiction: Doctor’s Office

Apr 29, 2017
2 min

Flash Fiction: Doctor’s Office

The already cramped doctor’s office is packed. Seriously? I check in and grab a seat near the window. A copy of In Style magazine with an attractive blonde on the cover catches my eye. I flip past Lose 10 lbs fast! to the recipe section. That’s always the best part, anyway. Whispers distract me. I glance up. A little girl with dark hair that hangs in her face and ragged clothes that have seen better days, sits directly across. She’s barefoot, feet grimy and scabbed. I hide my

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ACFW New Releases–April 2017

Apr 1, 2017
5 min

ACFW New Releases–April 2017

Don’t miss out on this month’s new releases from fellow ACFW authors! Pick up a new book to read over spring break! April 2017 New Releases More in-depth descriptions of these books can be found on the ACFW Fiction Finder website. Contemporary Romance: Sandpiper Cove by Irene Hannon — When a police chief and an ex-con join forces to keep a young man from falling into a life of crime, sparks fly. Given their backgrounds, it’s not a promising match—but in Hope Harbor, anything

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Flash Fiction Friday: The Neighbor

Mar 31, 2017
2 min

Flash Fiction Friday: The Neighbor

Anya slid her fingers through Fabio’s thick curls, marveled at his broad chest. How had it only been twenty-four hours? The love of her life had swept in, whisked her away to paradise— Jessica snorted and tossed the paperback on the sofa before she headed to the kitchen for coffee. Ridiculous. Romance novels were all the same—perfectly plain heroine meets perfectly chiseled hero and they fall in love immediately. Not reality. She leaned against the counter, sipped her beverag

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