Writing:
My writing has been rather a ‘mixed bag’ this week – continuing with my YA novella, creating the next issue of the newsletter for the Arts & Culture Council, and work on the ghost writing project, as well as preparation for my speech/presentation on Saturday. In all a good writing week.
Last night’s writers meeting prompt was fun we had ten minutes to write a short story or poem – the title was The Reluctant. Someone who is reluctant to leave or enter something or somewhere. This was my response:
Tom touched the door handle then released it, then touched it again. His nervousness increased and at the third touch he was conscious of his sweaty palm. Just do it – its going to be fine! Breathing deeply he grabbed the handle with as much resolve as he could. It turned slowly releasing the catch. A sudden fluttering above him broke his fierce concentration and he uttered a squeal. Dumb bird get out of here. As Tom turned to face the door again he saw it was ajar – his teeth chattered as his fear increased. What is in there? Why did I say I would go in?
Giggling from the hedge reminded him why – to be in the gang, you had to walk inside and inside for ten minutes. Tom felt Rod, Gary and Sam’s eyes on him. I have to do this or they will forever tease me.
With a deep breath he pushed the door open, walked inside the gloom and shut the door behind him. Dust flew in every direction, old tattered curtains billowed at the glass-less windows and broken furniture lay scattered around him. Graffiti across every wall was evidence of other intruders. He stood still unable to move but determined to make the ten minutes and be part of the Grant Street Gang.
Books: I am tantalizing close to the end of this novel, in truth I don’t want it to end. I love the characters in both modern and period eras. A parallel love interest in both has me turning the pages as well as the dread that something awful will happen soon.
I have been given a book to review and bought one from a young author on Saturday, these will be added to my pile.
Blood Games by V.I. Cage- https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000016216269/V.J.-Gage-Blood-Games
The Chronicles of Captain Shelly Mahur by Nabila Fairuz – https://www.amazon.com/Chronicles-Captain-Shelly-Manhar/dp/1612967655
I also reviewed a unique e-book by RM Wilburn entitled The Cautioner’s Tale (Mary Morgan’s Journal Book 1) The layout is unusual and adds to the mystery and characterization. Go take a look: https://www.amazon.com/Cautioners-Tale-Mary-Morgans-Journal-ebook/dp/B0763DLKD3/ref=asap_bc?ie=UTF8
My review: I read the whole story last night – it is captivating. You have excellent world building, intriguing characters and plot. Love the design – it so unique. Thoroughly enjoy it! Looking forward to the next installment.
So a mixed bag of reading genres too!
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