“Is that a pistol in your pocket, or are you just happy to see me?” “I’m especially happy to see you, darling.” Click. Bang. Thud.
Just finished this short story and thought I would share it in the blogisphere. Happy Reading! E.L. The Queen of West Inlet Road A story by E. L. Kaminsky She paints, not with oil on a canvas, but with words on a page Joe’s face appeared, framed by the screen door. “Hey kid – … Continue reading
I have been working on a short story for a few weeks and am getting close to finishing. In the process, I came up with a quote that I think captures the spirit of my writing process. So, here goes… “She paints, not with oils on a canvas, but with words on a page” — … Continue reading
On her blog, “Is it Hot in Here Or is it This Book,” author Shelley Watters is offering another agent-judged first page contest. She says she’s “paying it forward and providing another chance to get work in front an amazing agent, Victoria Marini of Gelfman Schneider Literary Agency.” From this hard-working writer, a heartfelt “Mille … Continue reading
Flamingo Jones Women’s Contemporary Fiction (Romantic suspense) 80,000 words Family – that dear octopus from whose tentacles we never quite escape, nor, in our innermost hearts, ever quite wish to. ~Dodie Smith The pink alarm clock bleated like a sheep in distress. Annie Steiner swatted in the direction of the sound, making contact with the … Continue reading
Exciting news! This wonderful labor of love is getting ready for prime time.
Glad to see you here in my little corner of the web. I’ll be sharing sample articles, stories, books and all things “wordy”. Check back soon for more info. Best, Bette