The Unfortunate Caroline Todd

The pain came and went for a while now. Caroline didn't know how long she'd been sitting, strapped down, in what felt like a straight-back, wooden chair, all she knew was that she couldn't feel her hands. She couldn't feel most of her body, all she felt was the pressure of a needle in her … Continue reading The Unfortunate Caroline Todd

Nara, Friday Fictioneers

copyright, Roger Cohen It's the weekend again, and I find myself stuck face to face with Maru. I don't mind her, but a bass really needs her own space. A case would be nice, and I would love to get polish. But no! I'm stuck here in a corner until Monday. Though Tommy is quite … Continue reading Nara, Friday Fictioneers

How to Create Your Own Paranormal Landscape The Easy Way

When writing paranormal fiction, the writer must be aware of the rules. Paranormal fiction is a world much like fantasy fiction, there are key rules that need to be understood and these rules are nothing less than the physics applied in each writer's world. A common character used in paranormal fiction is the vampire. Whether … Continue reading How to Create Your Own Paranormal Landscape The Easy Way

Friday Fictioneer: 12/28/12

(Copyright Jean L. Hays) I love early morning coffee, and 708 Fulton Cafe is my favorite stop. They roast all their beans in house. No pre-made bags, every cup expertly made, and roasted to order. My favorite? The light roast for a smooth, mellow taste that eases me to pleasant, zen-like alertness. My problem? My … Continue reading Friday Fictioneer: 12/28/12

Son of Santa

Eric, the miracle child of the Claus's, in the tradition of his father, slung a brown leather sack over his shoulder, pulled on his Elven snow boots and set out to visit his friend Cready in his little cottage in the Elven suburb of Spotted Elephant. The North Pole had several Elven suburbs that surrounded … Continue reading Son of Santa