Night came tapping at my door, But I with book heard not a sound; It entered on its own accord, Trespassing on my private ground. Night crept about my house with ease And darkened everything from sight, ’Til through my study’s door it squeezed And skirted past my candle’s light. I did not peer toContinue reading Night
My Journey Writing Novels
It seems as if every successful author has written a book about how to write novels. One author I read about compared writing novels to performing in a circus, with juggling and balancing acts that will entertain to keep your audience mesmerized. It’s a unique comparison to the many other authors who have compared itContinue reading My Journey Writing Novels
A Fantasy Trip
Hello, my loyal followers. It’s story time. A fantasy tale about a teenage boy and magic. The trip home to Myers Ridge was longer than Danny Sutton remembered. He sat in the backseat of his father’s Taurus, a bit motion sick, and surrounded by brand-new fantasy novels and superhero comics. His parents, George and Michelle,Continue reading A Fantasy Trip
Sarah’s Nightmare 3
Author’s Note I penned this on December 2, 2007. This is the last installment of Sarah’s Nightmare. Sarah could not believe Julie had followed her. Did Julie actually think scaring her with the knife would make her want to go back? How stupid was she? Thunder growled. Sarah stumbled toward the highway. She had toContinue reading Sarah’s Nightmare 3
Sarah’s Nightmare 2
Author’s Note I penned this on November 25, 2007. Sarah knew the way back to Clearview. She also knew the many miles that lay ahead of her. When she reached the highway, she didn’t slow down. She popped up a thumb and prayed for someone to pick her up. No one passed by. After walkingContinue reading Sarah’s Nightmare 2
Cold Is the Night
Alone Cold is the night Lonely silence until she hums music Sweet songs in her head Humming hymns and strumming chords of her favorite songs Fingers playing music Pressing hot reflections of a time gone by A door slams somewhere far away Footsteps fade away No sound but her humming She Alone again Shivers inContinue reading Cold Is the Night
Sarah’s Nightmare 1
Author’s Note I penned this on November 18, 2007. The rush of icy air filled Sarah’s lungs and brought her senses back. She was in her bed, but the dark creature from the tree had followed. It hovered above her, levitating by the magic it used to lure her to its lair. Her scream burstContinue reading Sarah’s Nightmare 1
Even More of the New Novel So Far
As promised. This is the last bit of writing I will post from the new novel. Thank you, everyone, for the likes. Chapter 3? More Blood: Vree shut the book with a bang. A floorboard squeaked at the doorway and her mom entered the room. “I hope you like what your dad and I didContinue reading Even More of the New Novel So Far
