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Anthologies

Secret Author Contest Rewind - Shhhhh....

With the announcement of this year's Secret Author Contest - Hidden - I thought it would be a perfect time to take a look back at last year's winner, @Libby Drew If you haven't read her heart-wrenching tale based on the theme of "Secret", then I highly recommend you do so.  It's worth a re-read, even if you've already checked it out. So read Libby's story, then get writing for this year's contest!     Details for Hidden can be found here:  Remember to keep your participation in
Valkyrie

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Genre Deep Dives

History Genre Deep Dive 3

Top reads in the sub-genres of Historical since last Deep Dive on Jan 30, 2024 Top 8 Most Read Historical - Alternate Nazi's win WWII, Napoleon win's the Battle of Waterloo, Roman Empire never fell without fantasy/speculative fiction items (other than alternate history). The Man in the High Castle Capitol Hill - Summer of '22 Book VI by Carlos Hazday Complete Engineer Benson by Wayne Gray Temporary Hold Do Over by dkstories Complete Do Over Redux by dk
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Signature Feature

May Signature Author Feature: Calliope's Carousel by Parker Owens

This month I thought I'd feature something light with variety... like my weather today as I set up this blog which has been hail, rain, sun, rain, clouds, sun, rain, sun, sun, sun... seriously?! I hope you will enjoy @Parker Owens options a lot more!  Length: 2,774 Description: A collection of poems for NaPoWriMo 2024. A reader said:  You sure know how to paint a picture. ~weinerdog   If you want to spread the word about Parker Owen's submission, download the graph
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Weekly Wrap Up

Weekly Wrap Up (May 12 - May 18)

I can't decide where to start tonight  I had an idea, an overused idea, then when thinking of that idea, I had another idea. So I have 1 new and 1 old idea. Do you have any idea how happy I am   So new idea, I know a lot of stories get written here and a lot are incomplete and a lot more are complete. So here is my question, I will limit it to 3 stories. What stories would you call out to have a sequel or to continue on, ending from the final chapter? Let us know the Author, the story and t
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Genre Deep Dives

General Fiction Deep Dive 3

Top 10 Most Read General Fiction - Coming of Age Follows the personal growth and development of a protagonist from youth to adulthood. "growing up" Thicker Than Water by John Henry In Process You're so Weird by Arch Hunter In Process The Cockney Canuck by Dodger Temporary Hold Gap Year by Mark Arbour Complete All My Dreams Pass Before My Eyes by JLynch Complete Adam Blake by CLJobe Complete Into the fields of Summer by gabz2000 Long-Ter
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Reviews

Featured Story: Between the Lines

Not much of an intro needed. @spike382 did a great job at a difficult time     Between the Lines by Comicality Reviewer: spike382 Status: Complete Word Count: 45,928 I will start off by saying this is probably one of the hardest reviews that I’ve ever written since I joined the Review Team back in 2017.   I personally still feel a bit of shock that Comicality isn’t here with us anymore, and that he won’t see this review and leave a comment on it. I might have mention
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Weekly Wrap Up

Weekly Wrap Up (May 5 - May 11)

I really don't know what to talk about his week  Yes, I am at a loss for words! Should I go see a doctor to see if this is a treatable condition or should I suck it up and just start typing? Maybe this week we will just stick to the facts for the wrap up   Monday, Cia was around to launch an all new May CSR. Make sure to check out his new story and find out about the author too after reading the story: Tuesday, Myr was having flashbacks to the 1982's and Canadian Rock Band Aldo N
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Anthologies

Kicking Off the Secret Author Contest 2024: Hidden!

That's right, it's finally here! Our fun summer writing event, the Secret Author Short Story Contest! Rules remain very much the same: You cannot reveal your story to any beyond your beta/editing team. Your story must be hidden. And that's our THEME! "Hidden" What is hidden or who, how, when, where... or even why, that's up to you!  Deadline to submit stories: July 24, 2024 Submit to: Cia General Rules One story per author Don't share your story idea, work in
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Genre Deep Dives

Fantasy Genre Deep Dive 3

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 Of Pride and Power by W_L In Process Mine! by Cia Complete Fortitude by Cia Complete Dawn of Tears by dkstories Complete Goon by dkstories Complete The Flamekeepers of Delta Psi Theta by Kelevra Temporary Hold The Spirit of the Plum B
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CSR- Can't Stop Reading

May CSR Feature: Deeds of Their Past by mcarss

I've been featuring short stories lately, I thought I'd give you all something to sink your teeth into. Read outside in the sunshine or inside away from the torrential rain (if it's anything like it is here in Washington right now!) but come back on Monday, May 27th to share your thoughts!  Deeds of Their Past by @mcarss Length: 66,950 Description: Nathan—a man who lives life in shadow and solitude—finds himself hunted due to an old assignment. While awaiting his execution, h
Weekly Wrap Up

Weekly Wrap Up (Apr. 28 - May 4)

Any and all spelling and grammar mistakes are fully mine and not the fault of my editors. Maybe I should think about getting an editor for once   Today, as in this afternoon I went to the Calgary International Beer Fest. Over 200 Craft breweries with over 700 types of beers, spirits, ciders and meads 😮 Oh my. Considered the largest in Canada and one of the top 5 in the world. Somehow I had a few shots of moonshine too!  I may or nay not be a bit tipsy  If I had the foresight, I could h
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Anthologies

2025 Writing Event Announcement - Comicality Tribute - Coming of Age

May 2, 2025 would have been Comicality's fiftieth birthday.    We thought that would be a perfect day to feature a tribute to our beloved friend, author, and mentor.  We're announcing it now so that his fans will have an entire year to work on writing a story, letter, poem, or whatnot on a topic that resonates with them with respect to Comicality.  Coming of Age - A Tribute to Comicality  Due date for submissions:  April 25, 2025 No minimum length Submissions may contain one
Valkyrie

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Author Interviews

Ask An Author 3.0 #38

I hope y'all had a wonderful break from me. Big shoutie-outie for @Valkyrie and all of those who participated in this year's Poetry Anthology!  Onto our next edition of Ask An Author! Yes, yes, I'm sure everyone missed me and my fat fingers as I bring you wonderful interviews. Let's get right into it, shall we? We have an amazing author lined up, so grab your popcorn and a drink while we see what kind of questions we have. • • • • • lawfulneutralmage 2 Stories / 99,604 Words 
Genre Deep Dives

Comedy Genre Deep Dive #3

Top 10 Most Read Comedy - Comedy Modern Funny and less serious stories set in modern times The Best Year by Krista Complete Thicker Than Water by John Henry In Process Black Widow by Mark Arbour Complete Chasing Rusty Parker by Laura S. Fox Complete Good Guys Don't Date Bad Boys by Laura S. Fox Complete Jay's Loelife by Mrsgnomie Complete The Charm of His Company by Geron Kees Complete Talented Teens by AusGlitterati Complete
Myr

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CSR- Can't Stop Reading

April CSR Discussion Day: The Big Empty by James Savik

Today we're looking at a story that looks upward and outward to all that unknown in space. Did you read James's take on the big black? Share your thoughts below after you enjoy this interview.  Who was the real villain, ACME or Wile E. Coyote? The Roadrunner. He was a smart ass. If you were an animal, what would you be? A Tomcat because we like the same things. What’s one location you’d love to go to research for a story? I’d love to travel in the South Pacific: Au
Cia

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Weekly Wrap Up

Weekly Wrap Up (Apr. 21 - Apr. 27)

Hey all. This week we continued to focus on the tragic news of @Comicality's passing. I know when I do the wrap up, I'm kind of doing what I hope some of your are doing. catching up on what happened over the week. When I heard we were out of Comsie's articles and also another blog when we heard he was having some health concerns, never did I know this would happen . I enjoy reading all the blogs over the week and liked Comsie's Weekly Writing Articles. They just made sense.  If for som
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Anthologies

2024 Poetry Anthology - Seasons - Wrap Up

I'd like to say a heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make this year's GA Poetry Anthology a huge success!  We had 16 poetry submissions to read, all of which are linked to below.  If you haven't already, I highly recommend checking them out and leaving our site poets a comment, reaction, review, recommendation, or all of the above!  I'm thrilled with the support for this year's poetry anthology, and I'm already working on next year's anthology.   So thank you, site poets for your incredi
Valkyrie

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Memorial

RIP - Comicality - May 1975 -- April 2024

I have been following Comicality since New Kid in School first showed up on Nifty in 1998.  I started exchanging emails with him that long ago.  We've been online friends since.  When the opportunity arose for me to start Gay Authors in Sep 2002, Comicality was the first author with us.  When we opened the forums at the very end of July in 2003, it only took me a few days to get Comicality on the forums.  Back then he was on a WebTV... He continued to grow and grow as an author branching ou
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Anthologies

2024 Poetry Anthology - Seasons - Week Three

It's week three of our 2024 poetry anthology - Seasons, and we have six more poems and poem collections to enjoy!  Be sure to leave a comment or review for the poet.  A reminder that I will be on vacation from April 7-22nd with limited availability to be on site, so please direct any technical issues to @Myr @wildone or @Cia    
Valkyrie

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Weekly Wrap Up

Action/Adventure Genre Deep Dive 3

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. Gap Year by Mark Arbour Complete The Light at the End of the Tunnel by kbois Complete Shadow Effect by kbois Complete The Case of the Short, Short Prince by Geron Kees Complete The Brotherhood: Awakening Book II by The Writer X In
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Signature Feature

April Signature Author Feature: Incy Wincy Spider by northie

April, such an innocent month. Not a whole lot going on... so I thought I thought I'd send you curveball. Enjoy this little tidbit and think about what might be coming out of YOUR woodwork.   Length: 3,121 Description: Dave Harrison is late for work, again. Turns out, that's by far the least of his worries. A Reader said: If you like creepy mixed with humor, 'Incy Wincy Spider,' is the story for you. Don't be fooled by the title, because this tale is far from the well known
Cia

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Announcements

GA's Newest Promising Author: WolfM

Please join myself and the Author Promotion Team in congratulating @WolfM  in becoming GA's newest Promising Author. They have been a member at GA for almost nine years, and in that time they have posted over 600,000 words across ten stories. Writing mainly shifter paranormal stories, they are the author of the popular Running with the Pack series. You can find all of they stories (and poetry) on their author page so please jump in and take a look.
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Weekly Wrap Up

Weekly Wrap Up (Apr. 4 - Apr. 13)

It might be spring where you are, except our friends in the Southern Hemisphere It was a beautiful day today and will be tomorrow. Only to be followed by snow on Monday and Tuesday  Well I said, darn it and I started my spring cleaning today. OMG, I can't believe how much I threw out, recycling where I can. I started with my pantry. I'll admit I was ashamed of myself . I found stuff at the back of the cupboard that had expired in 2022 😮.  So that leads me to my controversial question for t
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