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Weekly Wrap Up

Weekly Wrap Up (Aug. 30 - Sept. 5)

I want to send a hello out to Rudy Judy   Now that is out of the way, I get to explain that I was away from home all week. I went up to the lake and stayed at the cabin (cottage to you Eastern North American folks). I worked my job all week up there, but it was more tolerable with looking out the window at the mountains across the lake. The lake was quiet most of the week but all the jet skies and boat surfing (is that what they call it  ) made it noisy on Friday and brought back memories t
wildone

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Anthologies

Anthology Check-In!

Now that the Secret Author contest is behind us, it's time to focus on our next site event... the annual Anthology!  We have two themes this year - Horizons and Unspoken.  Which one is speaking to you?  Or are they both?  There's just about a month to go before the deadline to submit stories to me for the Proof Team to do their magic.  I've already had some stories come in, and I'm excited to see what else this anthology brings.  So, raise your hands... who's got something in the works for us? 
Valkyrie

Valkyrie in Anthologies

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Genre Deep Dives

Fantasy Deep Dive 11

Top Read Fantasy Stories Since Deep Dive 10 Top 10 Most Read Fantasy - Alternate History Story takes place in alternate version of history, such as what if the Nazi's won "The Man in the High Castle" by Phillip Dick.  Seventh Son by Orson Scott Card The Merge: Through a System of Control by astroguy Temporary Hold The Lord of the Pierced Dawn by Topher Lydon Complete Mine! by Cia Complete Of Pride and Power by W_L Complete Dawn of Tears by dksto
Myr

Myr in Genre Deep Dives

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Weekly Wrap Up

Weekly Wrap Up (Aug. 23 - Aug. 29)

Well it finally happened, all   If you are thinking I finally ended the streak of being a 57 year old virgin, I'm not talking to you anymore   I guess the 1st of September is the start of meteorological fall. Today, I got my first sunburn of the summer 😮 Yes, I had sunblock on, and yes it was only 22 C/72 F out, but there was nary a cloud and I was sitting watching a flag football game for about a hour and a half. It doesn't hurt and it isn't too bad but when I jumped in the shower a f
Genre Deep Dives

Comedy Deep Dive 11

Top Read Comedy Stories Since Deep Dive 10 Top 10 Most Read Comedy - Buddy Comedy Focuses on the dynamic between two main characters, often with contrasting personalities, like "Lethal Weapon" or "The Heat." Love is... 2 (Gus and Rex) by Tony S. Complete Love is... 1 (Marcus and Justus) by Tony S. Complete If Furniture Could Talk by Lee Wilson Complete Can I Tell Ya a Secret? by Topher Lydon Complete Winter Love: with love & Ovaltine by Tony
Myr

Myr in Genre Deep Dives

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Anthologies

2026 Secret Author Contest - Final Reveals!

So here it is, what you have really been waiting for! Which story did you vote as your favorite use of the "Forbidden Knowledge" theme for this year's event? Ahh, did you think there is more to this reveal? Of course there is! You'll also find out who wrote the story with the favorite use of the theme! And all the other stories, too. This is always one of readers' favorite parts, getting to know just how right you were (or wrong!)  Favorite Use of the Theme Winner!  Emptying the Librar
Cia

Cia in Anthologies

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Weekly Wrap Up

Weekly Wrap Up (Aug. 16 - Aug. 22)

Now, if he does it like this Will you do it like that? Now, if he touches like this Will you touch him right back? Now, if he moves like this Will you move it like that? Come on Shake, shake, shake, shake, shake it Shake, shake, shake, shake, shake it Shake, shake, shake, shake, shake it Shake, shake, shake, shake, shake it Shake, shake, shake, shake, shake it Why not start the weekly wrap up with an ear worm  I heard it on the radio today and I keep singing it the res
Anthologies

Secret Author Story-Author Reveal & Match Up!

Woohoo! It's what all of you have been waiting for! That's right, the grand reveal of... just the author's names. That's right, we have another game because where's the fun in just TELLING you who wrote your favorite story? Right now there is a 3 way tie between who used the theme in readers' favorite way, but with just 3 votes each, we can do better! Vote here on your favorite use of the Forbidden Knowledge theme. Now, for your match up fun! I've listed in numerical order, all the a
Cia

Cia in Anthologies

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Weekly Wrap Up

Weekly Wrap Up (Aug. 9 - Aug. 15)

Greetings my little chickadees.   Let's get everyone to shout out a chickadee call. Chick a dee dee dee   No, sadly I'm not drunk. Just a name I occasionally call people. Why, i don't know  How about yourself, what is a name you call a group of friends that you know? Mates, pals, gals, ladies, men, boys. girls. Please don't light up the Moderation Teams PM and Alert system by using that British term for a finch, as it is not allowed on GA. Why you ask. There are certain words that Goog
Anthologies

Secret Author Contest-Forbidden Is... Revealed? Nooooo.

Ha! Did you think it was time to share the stories and authors? No!! Total clickbait. Heehee! That's right, time to vote on your favorite! Now, to be fair, it would be ideal to have read ALL the stories. Can you vote without having read them? YES! Because this is about your favorite use of our theme of Forbidden Knowledge that you read in this year's Secret Author Forbidden Knowledge stories. Pick a SINGLE title, this isn't your top three. It doesn't even have to be your favorite overall st
Cia

Cia in Anthologies

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Genre Deep Dives

Action/Adventure Genre Deep Dive 11

Top Read Action/Adventure Stories Since Deep Dive 10 Top 10 Most Read Action/Adventure - Action Fiction focuses on fast-paced action and physical challenges.  Often involves a hero or protagonist facing intense obstacles and overcoming them through physical prowess and skill. Circumnavigation by C James Complete Gap Year by Mark Arbour Complete Shadow Effect by kbois Complete The Light at the End of the Tunnel by kbois Complete The Case of the S
Myr

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Anthologies

2026 Secret Author - Forbidden Knowledge I Want to Meet YOU!

So today's blog leads to a double feature on the main forum page (have you read Graeme's story, Heart of the Tree? Check it out here, it's not forbidden!) but the theme of today's blog is there can be only one! That's right, which ONE character from the Secret Author Forbidden Knowledge stories have you read would you LOOOOOOVE to meet in real life?  Share your favorite character to meet in a comment below (and why!). Seems simple, right? As with all discussions on GA, muahahahahaha!
Cia

Cia in Anthologies

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Reviews

Featured Story : Heart of the Tree by Graeme

Wow, I'm being worked to the bone here 😮 2 blogs in 2 days  So when I heard one of our Review Team Members was heading down under, I thought I might take a stab at writing my first review for the Review Team. I need to warn you, I usually only copy and paste the amazing work the Team does.  So with @chris191070 in Australia, I thought I would review one of my favourite stories from there.        Heart of the Tree by Graeme   Reviewer: Wildone Status: Compl
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Weekly Wrap Up

Weekly Wrap Up (Aug. 2 - Aug. 8)

Well lord be jesus and thunder and lightning!!! I don't know what that means, really, but I think I've heard that expression before. If it is sacrilege, I apologize ahead of time 😮  I bring this up, as we haven't had rain in 3 weeks at least, and yes I know that isn't long compared to many of you but we have been having one hell of a thunder and lightning storm over my city. At first the rain came down like crazy, I saw cars pulled over and stopped on the streets! After about 15 mins o
Anthologies

2026 Secret Author Contest - Forbidden Knowledge Truth & Lies

Two Truths & A Lie! So... we all know the theme of this year's Secret Author contest was Forbidden Knowledge. In order to "help" you figure out who wrote which story, I've asked authors to share 2 Truths & a Lie about their story writing process, the story itself, or... you know, stuff you should or shouldn't know. Will it help you? Maaaaybe. Let's get on with it, shall we? These are shared in no particular order, so have fun!  Story Title: Undeliverable  I wanted to wr
Cia

Cia in Anthologies

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Genre Deep Dives

Western Deep Dive 10

Top Read Western Stories Since Deep Dive 9 Top 3 Most Read Western - Outlaws and Bandits Focus on the perspective of outlaws or antiheroes rather than traditional lawmen. They may explore the motivations and struggles of those on the wrong side of the law. Rumspringa by Topher Lydon Complete A Tickling In The Wild West by Ticklishboy30 Complete To Tame a Wild Heart by ha_yesha In Process Top 3 Most Read Western - Weird West Fantasy in a Western
Anthologies

2026 Secret Author Contest - Forbidden Knowledge Quotes Galore!

Who wants to play a game? For those who want to hit an easy button, check out the spoiler below. You'll find the list of attributions for the quotes in this list from the great stories from the our Secret Author Forbidden Knowledge category. Click the picture banner if you still need to read these great stories, catch up, or want to pair up the quotes yourself! Then come back to play the first of this week's games! Remember as you read, you're also trying to figure out which character you'd most
Cia

Cia in Anthologies

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Weekly Wrap Up

Weekly Wrap Up (Jul. 25 - Aug. 1)

Happy August everyone 🥳 Did you survive July?  I barely made it  End of July was the ramp up for me of six months of work to update my national company's entire computer system! Working all weekend myself approving data! Yay me   I know after this switchover, they call the post switch hypercare. I honestly think looking back at the past few months, I need to do some hypercare in my life. Get more exercise, eat better, and get out and have some fun  I know Pride is September long weeken
Memorial

Geron Kees

It is my sad duty to report the passing of a beloved GA community member and author, Geron Kees.  He passed away in May, after a lengthy illness. Geron joined GA ten years ago and posted 70 stories since then, including the popular Charlie Boone series.  He was a regular contributor to forum discussions and actively engaged with his readers.  His positivity and kindness were reflected in his writing and interactions with other GA members, and were something everyone who knew him commented on.
Genre Deep Dives

Thriller/Suspense Genre Deep Dive 10

Top Read Stories In Thriller/Suspense Deep Dive 9 Top 2 Most Read Thriller/Suspense - Environmental Thriller thrillers tied to environmental events that are typically threatening the world.  Ex: The Day After Tomorrow, Geostorm Journey To Proxima Centauri b by Lee Wilson Complete Neon by William King Temporary Hold Top 10 Most Read Thriller/Suspense - Espionage The spy thriller is a genre of literature that centers around a storyline with secret agent
Anthologies

Forbidden Knowledge Stories: Now Live!

It might have taken a bit, but the secret stories are going live today for readers to enjoy! What mysteries are being revealed, secrets are being shared, or forbidden truths are being uncovered? Well, you'll just have to read the stories to find out! Let's go over the name of the game, just in case we have a lot of newbies here... plus I have some extra fun twists to reveal!  Read, comment, and review the Forbidden Knowledge stories posted by our Secret Author. Wonder who wrote them..
Cia

Cia in Anthologies

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Weekly Wrap Up

Weekly Wrap Up (Jul. 19 - Jul. 25)

Howdy ho everyone! My apologies, went to bed last night totally forgetting to do the Wrap Up 😮 I hope Myr doesn't fire me or deduct my pay . Due to this and an early breakfast with friends, I'm going to have to make this a short one.  I do have a question though... I'm kind of stuck in my teen years or when you first got a job in your twenties, I like to stay up really late on weekends. Now I know as you get older, not me of course , insomnia becomes an issue but if you are not de
Anthologies

Secret Author - Rewind!

The posting of this year's Secret Author Contest will be delayed indefinitely due to Cia going through a tragic family emergency.  Please respect her privacy and do not reach out to her and ask questions at this time, especially about when the SA stories will be published.  We apologize for the delay, as we know this is a highly-anticipated event each year, but family matters take precedence, especially during a time like this.  Thank you for your attention and understanding.  Stay tuned for mor
Genre Deep Dives

Sci-fi Genre Deep Dive 10

Top Read Sci-Fi Stories Since Deep Dive 9 Top 1 Most Read Science Fiction - AI Consciousness Explores sentient AI and post-human ethics, often questioning identity, consciousness, and morality. The Construct by Topher Lydon Complete Top 10 Most Read Science Fiction - Apocalyptic and Post-apocalyptic concerned with the end of civilization, either through nuclear war, plague, or some other general disaster. Post-apocalyptic fiction is set in a world or civiliz
Weekly Wrap Up

Weekly Wrap Up (Jul. 12 - Jul. 18)

We had an interesting discussion last week with the Weekly Wrap Up. I see the weather has broke in some places and yet others is getting worse 😮  Up here in Canada, it is so hot and dry we are burning up. Over 1000 wildfires going on right now   I wouldn't go camping now unless it was on a river or lake shore.  So back to one of the parts of the camping theme, I mentioned about swimming. So if you never went camping, or you like 5 star service in a hotel or you camped on a lake or you
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