Category Archives: Fiction

Y is for ‘Yellow Ribbons’ – A to Z Challenge

Posted on April 29, 2013 by

For the almost final A to Z, I decided to share a special short story of mine that was published in 2010 HERE. This story means a lot to me, and I encourage you to find time to read it … Continue reading →

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X is for Excerpt (sideways…sort of)

Posted on April 27, 2013 by

I haven’t given glimpses of my ‘serious’ manuscripts on my blog, but today’s the day… Here’s a bit of LIKENESS (All Rights Reserved) by Sheri J. Kennedy She ruffled her coat onto the rack and stuffed her boots under her … Continue reading →

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U is for Usual

Posted on April 24, 2013 by

The Usual Matilda returned home in her usual way at her usual time to eat her usual supper. Brown rice, black beans, yellow corn tortillas and green salad with red onion and blueberries. Some people thought the blueberries strange, but … Continue reading →

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T is for Turbulence

Posted on April 23, 2013 by

Turbulence Straighten up and fly right, Merrilee told herself trying to shake off the dream-state she had been pulled into all day. Her boss glared at her. “Oh, uh…” she followed the laser pointer to the point. “The specific color … Continue reading →

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P is for Persnickety

Posted on April 18, 2013 by

Persnickety Pursuit Penelope, though pretty, was particularly picky and perused the proffered products at Pittsburgh’s Provincial Plaza with practiced precison to procure the perfect pair of pumps. She persisted in poking and prodding prolific piles of plastic and patent. There were paisley, … Continue reading →

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N is for Nuisance

Posted on April 16, 2013 by

Little Nuisance “Hello? Mr. Ostermeier?” Mr. Ostermeier locked the door and withdrew from the living room before the inevitable small blonde head popped up under the window to be followed by an affronting forehead and two bothersome blue eyes teetering at … Continue reading →

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I is for Interior – A to Z Challenge

Posted on April 10, 2013 by

Ila Mae Hattie “Oh, Ila Mae Hattie, the famous interior decorator? Here in Morton? We’ve got to go, of course!” Genevieve gave an eye to Patsy disapproving her open mouth. Patsy pressed her lips together. “Mmhmm. My, yes!” She demurely … Continue reading →

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H is for Halo – A to Z Challenge

Posted on April 9, 2013 by

I began to write today’s story and realized I had written it before. After long agonizing, I cut this favorite excerpt from my first epic fantasy novel manuscript, UNDERNEATH, because it didn’t move the story forward. I still think of … Continue reading →

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F is for Fortuitous (and Fancy) – A to Z Challenge

Posted on April 6, 2013 by

Fortuitous (and Fancy) When Fancy and I were coming up together back home the Overdorf kids used to tease that I’d marry him some day. But my pa told me to keep my fine behind away from that boy. I … Continue reading →

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My NaNoWrimo Excerpts 2012 – 30 days of Noveling Fun

Posted on December 1, 2012 by

NaNoWrimo Excerpts 2012 – Join the Wild Ride!. I announced my NaNo Success yesterday, but didn’t tell you where you could check out my efforts. Hit the orange link above. It’s a crazy and fun manuscript, and I hope you … Continue reading →

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Writing on the Road – My New Novel Emerges

Posted on November 17, 2012 by

My new novel is well on the way to being born. You can see unedited excerpts so far and for the rest of the month HERE. Also, my little region of under 300 participants hit #10 out of 565 regions … Continue reading →

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NaNoWrimo Excerpts 2012 – Join the Wild Ride!

Posted on November 4, 2012 by

NaNoWrimo Excerpts 2012 – Join the Wild Ride!. Before it gets too long to read in a go, I guess I’ll spotlight this page for those who may be interested in following it’s progress. Unedited bits will be added daily as … Continue reading →

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NaNoWriMo- National Novel Writing Month is Here

Posted on November 1, 2012 by

Yup, I’m doing the crazy writing challenge once again, and just for fun (and to keep me honest), with Breathing Space each day I will post my word count.  If you don’t have a clue what I’m babbling about, check … Continue reading →

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My Writer Friend is Published!

Posted on August 3, 2012 by

My Writer Friend is Published!. I’m so excited for Victoria Bastedo’s leap from Writer to Author with her Novel, DEAR MIKLOS.  Click the link above to learn more.

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