The Smell of Morning Fauna

The Smell of Morning Fauna

What kind of aroma do you think that would be? Why did it have to be pigs? Marione chuffed at her family’s occupation for the thousandth time as she tucked the crisp corners of the bed linens. Cattle, sheep, chickens—none of these carried the same stigma. But her...
A Midwinter Eve’s Tale

A Midwinter Eve’s Tale

Shakespeare meets Clement Clarke Moore, and a few more, on this night before Midwinter? Shang-Li peered past her reflection to search the inky sky. Nothing. “There she goes again.” The whispering wasn’t soft in the Great Hall behind her. “Hush, Sadira, or you shall be...
Water Like Dirt

Water Like Dirt

This is a story of our Mountain Genius as a young man, with no more care in the world than all the mysteries in it. He’s about to encounter one of the greatest that even he might not be able to fathom. Enjoy! “Don’t just stand there, boy!” Slevin yelled....
Flash of Fancy

Flash of Fancy

I’ve told you much about myself and my writing. Now I want to show you more of the world of my fantasy. What better way to do that than through stories? Welcome to my new turn to flash fiction, featuring characters you’ve met in my books and others who may...