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    C S R Double-Feature... Whoops!

    By Cia,


    CSR- Can't Stop Reading
    So... who wants an extra month to read Caz Pedroso's Unison Island series? I hope you're all raising your hands because with everything going on, I completely spaced sending her the interview, and then I thought I had another week before I started to panic this morning because I realized that and then thought I had another week. But no... I just ended up being the flake. Sorry!! So, fortunately for me, Caz is very understanding and we picked a CSR Feature with a lot of content for you to enjoy, if you haven't already. So, this time, FOR REAL, the CSR Discussion day will take place on Monday, May 29th.
     
    Missed out on the announcement and forgot to read the stories this month too? Well maybe some of these reviews will whet your reading appetite!
     
    Welcome to Unison Island: Thank you for explaining Unison Island. I couldn't figure out the geography or location, so I had had decided that it was just some no name area of the U.S. One thing, just how large is this island in the Bermuda Triangle? Actually, that doesn't matter. I love these stories and characters. Are you going to finish Andrew and Jamie? ~ LadyDe
     
    Andrew and Jamie: I really liked this story and these characters, what a lovely ending of this tale Thank you so much for sharing  ~ Slytherin
     
    Adam and Ben: I don't know why I never commented on this story which is probably my favorite of all the Union Island tales. Ben may be shy, but he's feisty too and can keep Adam on his toes. I liked the way he stood up to Ian, and I'm pleased Adam finished the bastard off.  ~ Timothy M
     
    Buried Treasure: This was cool...thanks ! ~ Mikiesez1
     
    The Mouse That Roared: What a lovely parting treat! Even better, you left it wide open for a sequel... YEAH!   ~ hillj69
     
    Catch up on the series here!
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    April's Classic Author Feature:

    By Cia,


    Classic Feature
    This month we're featuring another one of our Classic Authors who was nominated by Caz Pedroso. It's my great pleasure to share some thoughts on Andrew Q. Gordon's high fantasy novel, Chosen of Honorus. Did you know this went from free to Premium to published? And the 4th book in the series with just published with Dreamspinner Press Publications! Talk about a GA author success story!

     
    Chosen of Honorus
    by Andrew Q. Gordon
    *Premium Story*
     
    Length: 115,380
     
    Description: The Dark God Neldin has renewed his war with his siblings. The Six have chosen Farrell, last grand master wizard in the Seven Kingdoms to lead the fight against Neldin and his black wizard, Meglar. Joined by others who oppose Neldin, Farrell must still over come his self doubt if he wants to survive.
    Chosen of Honorus is Book 1 of Champions of the Gods.  Farrell is the last grand master wizard in the Seven Kingdoms and the Chosen of Honorus, lord of the gods.  Haunted by his failure to prevent the deaths of his mother Zenora, Queen of Yar-del and the legendary wizard Heminaltose at hands of Meglar, Farrell struggles to lead the survivors in holding back the dark tide threatening to conquer the continent.  When Meglar attacks Northhelm, home to others who oppose Neldin,  Honorus sends Farrell on mission to rescue the embattled enclave.  Farrell's arrival at Northhelm signals the start of plans Honorus and his siblings set in motion during the last war between the gods - three thousand years before.  Plans that will determine the fate of the entire world.
     
    Wicked Witch said ~ Absolutely an insightful, impactful and wondrous piece of writing that any fan of high fantasy must read. Instantly one of my favourite pieces of literature ever. 
     
    Stephan said ~  Oh, it's over? I'll miss this story, so I hope Book 2 comes soon. This has been a wild adventure, and I've grown fond of Farrel and his friends.  The writing is excellent, you spoil us. Thanks.
     
    Chezakeeba said ~ Great story! Can't wait for the next one!
     

    Download the graphic above for your signature to share your love of Andy's story.
    And don't forget to come back on Wednesday to see what excerpt Caz Pedroso picked!
     
     
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    April Classic Author Excerpt - Chosen of Honorus

    By Cia,


    Classic Feature
    Did you miss out on the feature on Monday? You can still visit it here and download your copy of the signature banner featuring Andrew Q. Gordon's story, Chosen of Honorus. It represents this scene chosen by Caz Pedroso as her favorite in the story. Let's find out why Caz picked this particular scene:
     
    Caz Pedroso said ~ I picked it because I like this bit because it shows a lot about Farrell. It shows that no matter how scared, tired, or unprepared he feels he will stand up for himself, others and the things he believes in. And of course I like reading about Horgon getting a dressing down from what he calls soft human. He really should have kept his opinions to himself LOL.
     
    Excerpt:


     
    Want to read more? Enjoy The Chosen of Honorus with a premium membership.
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    April C S R Feature: Unison Island Series by Caz Pedroso

    By Cia,


    CSR- Can't Stop Reading
    This month's feature, Unison Island, is a series of short stories and novellas by Caz Pedroso. It starts with an introduction in... Welcome to Unison Island. What else is there to read? Well, a lot! Check them out below. Read one, or two, or all five, but be ready with your thoughts on the stories and series and any questions for Caz on Monday, April 24th!
     
    Unison Island Series
    by Caz Pedroso
     
    Book 1: Welcome to Unison Island 1,108 words
    This is an introduction to Unison Island, including how it started and how it is governed. This was prompted by the reviews I have received on my other stories. Some facts have of course been left out if they impact on current or future stories - Sorry but you'll have to wait for all the answers.
    Headstall said: Interesting premise and providing the background really helps. It all sounds quite civilized but that remains to be seen...Cheers...Gary
    Book 2: Andrew & Jamie 41,743 words
    Description: Andrew is a shy vampire, who is nervous around crowds. Jamie is an outgoing witch who always has people around him. Can a relationship work between them, especially when someone else has his eye on Andrew???
    LadyDe said: Awwww!! Now that was the perfect ending.
    Book 3: Adam & Ben 19,235 words
    Adam is a vampire and is nearly two thousand years old. He has almost given up all hope of ever finding his mate.
    Ben is a witch who is working at the healing clinic. He is on the run from his ex and doesn't want anything to do with Vampires again.
    Can Adam get Ben to trust him? And will they get their happy ever after?
    Simonnomis said: Wonderful story! You create such interesting worlds, and write so well. Thanks :-)
    Book 4: Buried Treasure 20,426 words
    I have loved my best friend for a long time but he doesn't know I'm Gay. What do I do? Now he's living with me.
    Help!!
    Mikiesez1 said: This was cool...thanks !
    Book 5: The Mouse That Roared 53,994 words
    Vash is rescued, but what is the cost of that freedom?
    Jackson and Casey are willing to anything to ensure Vash stays free.
    Puppilull said: Thank you for writing and sharing your imagination with us!
     
    Don't forget the Discussion day will be on Monday, April 24th!
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    March C S R Discussion Day: Crave by LitLover

    By Cia,


    CSR- Can't Stop Reading
    Did you have a chance to read LitLover's scifi vampire novel, Crave? Maybe read it again if you were a fan when LitLover first posted the story? Hopefully you enjoy it and have lots of comments or questions ready to ask! But first, I have an interview with her to share... apparently she's never had to talk about herself that much! LOL
     
     
    What action would your name be if it was a verb?
    Hmm, well if my name were a verb it would be daydreaming.  I’m always being accused of daydreaming; while I’m writing, and while I’m reading.  Not that exciting, I know, but it fits. 
    Share one unique or quirky habit you have.
    I don’t know if it’s a habit or a quirk, but I won’t write about a character until I hear their “voice” in my head.  Even minor characters have a unique inflection and tone.  If their “voice” isn’t clear they’re scrapped from the story because I know I won’t be invested enough to give their character the attention it might deserve.
    What are you wearing (and no fibbing!)?
    I just got home from the office, so I’m wearing fairly professional attire: a dark blue blouse, black slacks, and chunky black heels.  If you caught me in a few hours it might be sleep pants with kittens on them and a tank top.   
    What is one story/book/eBook you’ve read and reread and think others should read immediately?
    I don’t really have one favourite book, although I am a diehard Jane Austen fan and reread her books often.  More contemporarily I always recommend anything by Headstall (here on GA).  I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve read Song and Dance and Cards on the Table.  I’m a sucker for a good HEA.
    What’s the best part of being an author?
    Being able to create worlds and characters purely from imagination.  People can be anything you dream up; any profession, race, or sex, and the worlds you create are only limited by what you picture in your mind’s eye.  It’s a great feeling to effectively sketch out what you see so the reader is right there with you.   
    What’s one location you’d love to go to research for a story (including space)?
    I would love to follow Jenson and Merrick into space.  It would be amazing if some of those places actually existed so I could visit them in person.  One of the locations I’ve had in my head lately was Landin’s home world of Anphilia.  It’s a water planet with areas I imagine look much like the Caribbean ocean.  It would be great to go scuba diving in the Caribbean just to get a feel for that world.  (Not because it’s -17 Celsius in March.)
    What prompted you to combine a science fiction story in space/alien planets and ‘vampires’?
    It was an idea that came out of the blue.  I was having a discussion about the vampire craze in books and movies with a friend and wondered “why are all vampires paranormal?  What if they were created by some natural event instead?”  That thought led to vampires being descendants of humans with altered DNA.  I wasn’t sure the concept would be well received, but when I ran the idea by Gary (Headstall) he encouraged me to take the leap and post the story.  
    Just how many twists did you write in Crave, and how much did you enjoy coming up with them?
    There were several twists in Crave, which led to the nickname “Cliffie Queen” one reader bestowed on me.  I have to admit, I loved writing Crave because, although I tried to keep the story from becoming too fantastical, it was freeing having all imaginable worlds and species at my fingertips.
    Politics is a complicated subject to write. Did you have to keep notes/use a cheat sheet to keep all the differing elements relating to that accurate as you wrote the story?
    As this was my first real story, I thought I could “wing it”, but quickly found out how easy it is to get lost in the details.  I was about halfway through the story when I realized I needed an outline for my own peace of mind.  By the last chapter I had a fairly detailed summary with character names, affiliations, and even a personal history of the major characters.  I will never write another story without an outline, and would recommend the process to all new writers until you figure out what works best for you.
    Can you share something of your current or upcoming work to entice readers?
    I’ve been toying with a few ideas lately.  The first is book two of Crave set a couple of years after the epilogue.  I’m also working on a short story for Landin and Tei that’s in the rough copy stage. 
    Another idea I have brewing is something I haven’t shared with anyone, including my esteemed editor (it’s that new).  The theme is darker than anything I’ve written before, and is inspired by events that have affected people I care about.  It won’t be “based on a true story,” but the subject matter is personal to me.  I don’t know if the finished product will see the light of day, but it feels like an important story to tell. 
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    This month's feature is a little different. With the upgrade, we didn't feature any reviews on Monday, but I've also changed up the format for the typical Signature Feature, since this month we're featuring a Classic Author. The fun part is that I had a site member nominate a classic author and story that they really wanted to share with others. Read on to find out why Valkyrie picked In the Fishbowl by Dom Luka, and how she decided on the excerpt to share!

     
     
    Valkyrie says:
    DomLuka is easily my favorite author on this site.  He has the ability to bring characters to life in a way that draws me into the story immediately, and his stories stick with me long after I've finished reading them.  It's very difficult to pick a favorite, but I think he did his best writing with In the Fishbowl, the sequel to the very-popular Long Way.  In the Fishbowl takes the reader on a roller coaster ride of emotions, but the ending is well worth it, in my opinion.  It's one of my favorite stories on this site, and the ending--especially the final line--has stuck with me ever since I read it years ago. 
     
    The following excerpt is when Travis meets Dennis for the first time.  I picked it because it shows Travis' incorrigible nature and is an important part of the story. 
     
    Excerpt:
    Beads of sweat felt frozen against Travis’s forehead, and he didn’t really know how they’d developed in the first place. It was damn cold behind the alley of a florist shop and the pet groomer’s, even colder since he’d removed his coat to manage more movement in his shoulders. There was some laughter around him, the scent of puke and heavy liquor in the cold air, and he couldn’t seem to stop staring at the chattering teeth of the redheaded jock in a letter jacket standing red-faced in front of him. At least, until the redhead pulled back his fist and Travis braced himself.
    He felt a small crack of pain as a tight fist hit his frozen left cheek, but it was hardly enough of a blow to cause his head to snap back, and the satisfied look on the redhead’s face was almost enough to make Travis laugh; in fact, he must have because the halfwit in front of him suddenly looked furious with him as he raised his fist for another blow. This one, however, never made it to Travis’s face as his hand shot out and he openhandedly shoved the younger boy square in the chest, not quite hard enough to hurt him, but hard enough to make him tumble backwards into the snow, causing the small crowd to bust into laughter.
     
    “What the fuck?” the boy demanded, but had the sense not to object when Travis reached down to pick the three twenty dollar bills from his pocket.
     
    “You only get three,” Travis reminded him as he counted the money and shoved it into his pocket. “Bring another forty and I’ll show you how to make it hurt.”
    He let the boy’s friends pick him up as he turned his attention to collecting a few more debts from others in the group, all the while watching a burly enough guy around his age with a blond crewcut, who was watching him just as evenly.
     
    “Something I can do for you, Phil?” Travis finally asked. He hoped so. Phil was always a good customer, sending high-school boys who wanted to be tough his way, and on occasion, introducing him to someone who was interested in getting hit back. There was a small profit to be made in back-street fights, and there was always more of it when Travis could bet on himself, which, he always did regardless of what he thought the outcome might be. Tonight, however, had been too slow for his liking, and if something didn’t happen soon he’d end up going home to sleep. He probably needed it, too, but first he’d exercise all his options.
     
    “That depends,” Phil replied. “You feel like taking a ride?”
     
    Travis frowned, not liking the idea already. He stuck to places he knew, and the prospect of tagging along with the king of the rich kids, who acted like he was still in high school, just didn’t pique his interest. But still, he shrugged. “I dunno. What did you have in mind?”
     
    Phil grinned. “An old friend of mine is stuck delivering pizzas tonight. Throught we could track him down and pay a visit.”
     
    “Will he fight?” Travis asked. He wouldn’t mind a few rounds, and if the guy was delivering pizzas this late at night he was likely the tubby older man he’d encountered before while ordering one from the only 24-hour delivery service in town.
     
    “He will if he has a reason to,” Phil insisted, and Travis was quick to shake his head.
     
    “I don’t start ‘em, Phil. I just play along.” Even Travis refused to stoop so low as to pick a fight with an unsuspecting individual.
     
    “Even if he gives you a run for your money?” Phil asked. It was enough to get Travis’s attention.
     
    “Really? So why not call him up?”
     
    Phil laughed. “Because he’d hang up on me. Come on, I’ll make it worth your while.”
     
    “How so?”
     
    “Three hundred, win or lose,” and to emphasize his point, Phil held up enough money to cover nearly half of Travis’s next month’s rent.
     
    “Win or lose?” Travis repeated, wondering if it wasn’t worth it to just go throw the fight he’d likely end up starting just to collect the cash.
     
    “Win or lose,” Phil repeated. “On the condition that you get at least one good hit in before you do anything stupid. Three hundred’s worth that.”
     
    “Not really a friend of yours then?” Travis remarked as he weighed temptation against his own set of rules.
     
    Phil grinned. “Are you coming or not?”
     
    And Travis took the money.
     
    ***
     
    It was uncomfortable enough being in a truck full of highschoolers that obviously worshiped the ground Phil Clayton walked on, and staking out a late-night pizzeria only added to the insult of the entire situation, which Travis was about ready to regret. They’d been waiting for thirty minutes, and he’d had enough to try passing Phil his money back. But, Phil shrugged it away and pointed out the fogging front window.
     
    “Keep it. There he is.”
     
    Travis took a look, and almost rid himself of the inevitable guilt when he found that he wasn’t about to ambush some poor defenseless kid that had managed to get on the wrong side of these guys. True, Travis still had about ten pounds on him, but they were similar in height, and the forceful walk of the shadowed figure making his way into the parking lot was overconfident enough to tell that he wasn’t the type to turn tail and run, meaning that even if he didn’t like what was about to happen, there wasn’t much of a chance that blue and red flashing lights would show up anytime soon.
     
    “Alright. Let me out,” Travis ordered. “But don’t expect anything spectacular. I’m making this quick.”
     
    “Sure thing,” Phil replied, and Travis left the warmth of the vehicle to make his observations from the street corner before he crossed into the parking lot. His target was steadily making his way towards an outdated sportscar that didn’t look like it had any business being out in the weather, and he made sure to take a path that would purposely cross his. The guy wasn’t carrying any pizzas, so Travis could only assume that his shift had ended, which was probably for the best, anyway. He couldn’t imagine anyone wanting to go back to work after this.
     
    Moving closer still, he saw a little more of the guy as he moved briefly beneath a streetlamp. He looked cold beneath his red jacket that was nothing more than a uniform, and there was a flicker of short, brown hair beneath the baseball cap that matched the jacket. His pace slowed when he realized that Travis was coming towards him, a sure sign that he was using caution, and finally, as Travis reached him with a sloppy grin on his face that was fit for a drunken imbecile, he took note of the name tag neatly hooked to the guy’s jacket, and then loudly hollered, when there was absolutely no need for it: “Dennis! Hey, never thought I’d run into you here!”
     
    Dennis stopped walking, and beneath the brim of his hat it was apparent that he was confused, and rightfully so. “Who the hell are you?”
     
    Travis blinked. Obviously this wasn’t the sort of guy that was into common niceties, but, he smiled, anyway. “Well, since you’re asking, I am currently... scum. And, in case you’re wondering why that is, here’s the thing... I’m about to hit you for three hundred bucks. But hey, I score some points for telling you first, right?” Because otherwise, it would have been just plain unsportsman-like to Travis’s way of thinking. Of course, that’s all the warning he allowed Dennis the pizza guy as he walked steadily forward and swung as accurately as he always did. So, it was really a surprise to Travis when it didn’t turn out to be accurately enough, or maybe fast enough. Actually, he had no idea how he managed to miss Dennis’s face completely, or how Dennis’s fist ended pressed so far into his gut that he actually doubled over.
     
    Instinctively, and still too shocked to comprehend, Travis grabbed the other guy’s shoulder, ready to either fend off more of an attack or to release one of his own, and then cursed when he found himself on the ground instead, flailing in the snow much like the redhead from earlier, except, now there was a lot more pain involved.
     
    “Fuckin’ hell!” he cursed, having a lack of better words. But, the sudden voices calling out to Dennis was enough to get his attention, and he came to his senses just in time to hear the engine of Phil’s truck roaring down the street. Asshole, Travis thought. He should have known something like this would happen, and there was no way he wasn’t getting even with Phil for ditching him, either. That is, if he wasn’t spending the next few nights in jail.
     
    But, he heard Dennis calling back that he was right, and when Travis looked back up, he was being regarded with a certain amount of annoyance as Dennis shook his head, seeming expectant.
     
    “Well?” Dennis finally demanded.
     
    “Well what?” Travis forced out in words that didn’t quite have enough air behind them.
     
    “Was it worth it?”
     
    “Totally.”
     
    Dennis snorted in disgust, looked down the street and glared as if he wished the truck would come back just to give him some more. Travis watched him with morbid curiosity, and when Dennis stepped over his feet to reach his car, Travis found his way up before Dennis even got the door open.
     
    “Hey,” Travis called, and when Dennis looked over his shoulder suspiciously, Travis grinned another open smile. “Can I get a ride?”
     
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    March C S R Feature: Crave By Litlover

    By Cia,


    CSR- Can't Stop Reading
    Okay, so every once in a while I pick a story that falls in my preferred reading wheelhouse, and science fiction is a definite favorite. This month the CSR feature is going to be a story I haven't had a chance to finish, but I will! It's a bit longer than a lot of our CSR features, but you have a good amount of time to finish it since the Discussion day won't be until Monday, March 27th.
     


    Crave


    by LitLover


     
    Length: 75,896
     
    Description: Crave: Feel a powerful desire for (something).
     
    Some cravings you just can't fight.
     
    A Reader Said: BRAVO!! You wrote an excellent story. I love stories like this. It satisfied by sci fi side, the romantic in me and oh my ....vampires. Crave is on my re-read list. and a sequel would be much appreciated. ~ LadyDe
     

    Remember, this month's Discussion day will take place on Monday, March 27th!


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    February has come and gone, and just where did the time go? I have no idea, personally. It feels like Christmas ended just yesterday. Hopefully you avoided the cold (or heat) outside and took advantage of some downtime to read one, or more, of Myr's Harry Potter fanfiction short stories that were featured at the start of the month. Check out my interview with Myr, and make sure you share your thoughts in the comments.
     
    Describe your perfect writing space.
    My perfect writing space is someplace quiet that is otherwise isolated from distractions. My mancave would be a great example. I even have a proper Harry Potter inspirational poster
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    One of many readers' favorite stories, as well as Mark's, this month's feature is Odyssey, Book 6 in the Bridgemont series featuring the adventures of Sir George Granger as he tries to voyage to the West Indies. Have you read it yet?
     




     
    ​Length: 406,283
     
    Description: It is April, 1797, and England is still celebrating the victory at the Battle of St. Vincent. Sir George Granger is given orders to set off on a voyage to the East Indies, but there are several challenges that await him before he can even sail.
     

    Some great story reviews:
     
    Miles Long says: Spectacular story in an equally spectacular series. Tip of the hat to you Mark Arbour for your excellent work and thanks to you and your team for bringing it to life.
     
    Sandrewn says: Mark, this is by far my favourite story in GA. I hope you continue with Grangers' adventures when the Odyssey comes to an end, as all good thing must. Thank you for the all hours of enjoyment you have given to me and I'm sure the many more than just the 93 who admitted it did.
     
    Rolfe45 says: Amazing work, Mr. Arbour! I have thoroughly enjoyed the Bridgemont saga. I truly hope you intend to continue this saga. I'm not sure how I'd survive without the escape which reading the Bridgemont & CAP sagas provides.
     
    GWood says: Mark, many thanks to you for your writing and to your editors/beta readers for their efforts, too. We are truly blessed at having your writings on this site. Entertaining, suspenseful, exotic and erotic. Truly looking forward to your next installment (and your continuation of 9.11). Many thanks again.
     
     
     

    Remember to check back on Wednesday to see what excerpt Mark chose to share with readers!



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    February C S R Feature: Harry Potter Fan-Fic By Myr

    By Cia,


    CSR- Can't Stop Reading
    You might have seen his tech updates here in the site blog, or talked about video games in the Lounge, or just know the name of the all-powerful Myr. But it's been a while since members and readers have gotten a look at the man behind the magic that is GayAuthors. A lot of the content on GA is original, but we have a fanfiction category and part of that is Harry Potter fanfic, and Myr has several. You get to pick and choose which ones you'd like to read for this month's CSR feature. Don't forget to come back for the Discussion day on February 27th.
     

    Myr's Harry Potter Fanfiction


     
    Bad Boy Harry ~ 3,158 Words
    This is a Harry and Draco single shot story. Harry is powerful and Draco is interested. Harry's not as golden as he should be.
     
    Harry Potter and the Rooftop Encounter ~ 2,267 Words
    Harry and Draco are angry at each other, as always. They bump into each other on top of the Astronomy Tower one night and thier fight turns into something else.
     
    Harry Potter and the Shrieking Shack ~ 2,225 Words
    Harry wants to try gay sex and he turns to his closest friend Ron Weasley. They head out to the Shrieking Shack to give sex a try.
     
    The Sky Full of Star ~ 3,380 Words
    Ron Weasley and Draco Malfoy have always been at each other's throats. After an especially tough day, Ron retreats to the rooftop to get away from people and calm down. Draco finds him and thier fight turns into something else entirely.
     
    Three-Edged Sword ~ 15,480 Words
    This is a short story involving Draco Malfoy and George Weasley and takes place during the 5th year (for Harry and Draco).
     

    A Reader Said of Three-Edged Sword: Thanks, Myr for a delightful story. I have enjoyed re-reading it every bit as much as I enjoyed it the first time. I had a good chuckle several times, but broke into a rather loud guffaw when you had poor Ron put his two knuts into the conversation! ~ BrianM
     


    Don't forget to come back for my interview with Myr and to share your story thoughts on Monday, February 27th.


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    Writing Prompts #560 & #561

    By Cia,


    Prompts
    Renee is out and about slacking off in the snow. Okay, okay... she got snowed in and has a legit reason not to be able to do the prompts today. Hmm, that's almost like a prompt itself. LOL Anyway, that's why they're out a bit late and by me instead. I shall endeavor to get the post right today for your flash fiction inspiration! So, what do we have this week? Two creative prompts with some serious emotional implications! Who wants to write some drama and angst?
     

     
    Prompt 560 – Creative
    Tag – First Line
    I’ll never, ever, forgive you!
     
    Prompt 561 – Creative
    Tag – New Year
    The New Year has barely begun, but you wonder if it will get better. What happened?
     

     
    This week we had one taker each for prompts #558 and #559. See what fun Sasha and Hudson created for your reading enjoyment:
     


    ​Eggs by Sasha Distan  
    “What do you mean, you’re pregnant?”
     
    “Could you keep your fucking voice down Shindae?” Atoki snapped at the fire demon, anger flashing across his features. Behind him, his mate snarled low, curling up tighter in the big hearth which took up an entire wall of their bedroom. “Shit it!”
     
    “Guys, I’m seriously confused now. Help a guy out?”
     

     
    Prompt #559 by Hudson Bartholomew
    I am a creature of the night. I mean, I’m not a vampire or anything. I just really like the night. It’s quiet. Everyone’s gone to bed, and I’m all alone in the world. There’s no need to talk to anyone because there’s no one around to talk to. Perfect.
     
    One of my favorite things to do at night is to drive out into the vast wilderness that lies beyond the boundaries of my small town. There are turnoffs from the main two-lane highway onto little gravel roads that end in makeshift parking lots. During the day, there are always some cars parked there as people hike in the woods. At night, the lots are empty and all mine.
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    Mark Arbour's story, Odyssey, was Monday's Signature Feature. Did you grab your copy of the signature banner so you can share your love for Mark's story? If not, you can do that here! Today we're featuring a great excerpt from the story that shares Mark's great ability to create a vivid world for Mark's main character in the series, George Granger, to explore. Why did Mark pick this story to feature?
     
    Mark says:
    My favorite story is: Odyssey, from the Bridgemont series. I'm really proud of that one because of all the meticulous research I had to do, and how carefully I had to plot out the timeline. I had to get my hero from England, around the world via Indonesia and India, and to Egypt in time for the Battle of the Nile, all of this in 1798. I know CAP is more popular, but that story is my best effort
     

    Want to read more? Check out the rest of the story here!
  13. Cia
    Hey guys! Who loves free...? Of course, we all do! You can get a copy of my scifi short story, Married to the Enemy during the MM Romance Valentine's Giveaway just by signing up to get the LGBT Romance Deals newsletter in your inbox... that's right! You get a free book just for asking for great deals and offers (plus monthly contests!) to appear in your inbox. I've found several eBooks since the newsletter started.
     
    If you're already a subscriber to the LGBT Romance Deals newsletter, not to worry!! You can still get a free copy of Married to the Enemy if you check the last newsletter. Otherwise, get in touch with me. And make sure you check out all the other great offers available during this event. Look at all those options!
     



  14. Cia

    C S R Discussion Day: The Pledge By Mikiesboy

    By Cia,


    CSR- Can't Stop Reading
    How fast the year has already seemed to go! Hopefully you found the time to enjoy Mikiesboy's story, The Pledge. Or, if you've read it already, maybe you tried one of his newer stories like "After the Past". Or, if you're a fan of his work, you've already read his work... well this is your chance to share that love with fellow readers who might be new to his work. I've asked a few questions to kick things off, but don't be shy asking Mikiesboy what you want to know too!
     

    Have you ever gone out in public, realized your shirt is on backwards, and just don’t care?
    No. I’d never do that and if I did I’d be mortified! I’m paranoid and terrified of making a mistake. I am a perfectionist, with a capital P. Though obviously I make mistakes all the time…
     
    What’s something personal about you people might be surprised to know?
    Most people know I love to cook, some know I went to cooking school, but my fav recipe is one of my Grandmother’s. It’s Sheppard’s Pie, simple, not fried and my fav comfort food. It actually won a local Sheppard’s Pie taste test!
     
    What do you like to do when you’re not writing?
    If I’m not writing, I can be found reading, cooking/baking, or snuggled up with my giant of a husband watching British TV shows! There’s a full-time job in there somewhere, too!
     
    What’s the best part of being an author?
    Oh, gosh I think listening to people’s opinions, especially about how a poem made them feel. It can be so different from what I felt when I wrote it. There’s no right or wrong, and that fascinates me. The other thing is learning, trying new things, stepping out of that comfort zone to write something new.
     
    Do you prefer to write one project at a time or do you bounce from story to story as inspiration strikes?
    I sort of bounce around until I feel ready to finish something. Sometimes there are things I just don’t want to write. For example, the abuse scenes in Out of His Mind. It took me some time to get that finished. Once I’d done it, I put all else aside and finished Tait’s story. It was time.
     
    Do you have any special tricks when you write to get you in the right frame of mind to jump into different time periods?
    Tricks? No. I try to read a lot about things I’ve not experienced myself. I watch shows about them if I can and I just try to imagine myself there. People are people no matter where they are, I think. They are affected by the things around them, but they don’t really change.
     
    The Pledge has both a medieval aspect and a paranormal one. Why did you decide to mix the themes?
    Oh, people have challenged me to write about zombies and vamps. So I did in me, Zombie and now vampires in The Pledge. But I didn’t want the same old thing.
     
    With The Pledge, I was interested in exploring in things I’d read in Anne Rice’s novels, the Vampire Chronicles series and in my research. Anne Rice talked about the origin of vampires, so I wanted mine to be old, to live through centuries. I wondered how they’d respond to changes that happened through the centuries they’d experience. I wanted to explore if they’d remain human in some ways, or if that old adage, power corrupts absolutely, would apply.
     
    So to make them old, I looked back to Elmet, which was a real place in the north of England, where West Yorkshire is now, between the 5th and 7th centuries. Elmet was just a framework; I’m sure it was nothing like I’ve written it.
     
    Can you sum up this story in one sentence?
    One? You don’t know me too well, LOL! The Pledge is a story of power, love and life immortal through the ages. There, how’s that?
     
    You tend to bounce around time periods, such as your recent story of After the Past which went in a completely different direction. Do you have a preferred time period to write?
    My last couple of stories have been bouncy for sure. I prefer to write in modern times, it’s a bit easier to do I think. There is often less research required, but I’d look at other time periods again if I’m inspired. It’s fun to delve into the past or to try and make the future realistic.
     
    Do you have any recent, current, or upcoming stories you think fans should read? Why would you recommend them?
    I think I’d recommend Levko. It’s pulled from my own experiences when I was a rent boy. I think it worked well and seemed to be well received. After The Past as well, I’m rather proud of that one. It’s my longest story and I think the effort I put in and the effort of my editor, AC Benus, really shows in the quality.
     
    I have two stories I’m actively writing, the first with the working title of Magic Beans should be fun and while modern, it’s not about humans.
     
    The other I’m hoping will work out into a longer novel. It’s called Changes and it’s about Don, a very active guy, who is married to Louis and how their lives change after a terrible accident, and how they go forward together. I’m really exploring their relationship, Louis’ feelings and fears, as well as their relationships with their families.
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    Cynus's story "From the Cup of the Worthless" was Monday's Signature Feature. Did you grab your copy of the signature banner so you can share your love for Cynus's story? If not, you can do that here! Today we're featuring his chosen excerpt.
     
    Cynus says: I chose this excerpt from chapter 10 for a number of reasons. It not only offers a view at the high stakes involved in this organized crime story, but it also shows a number of different connections between the characters, most importantly the connections between Nobuyuki and Viktor, between Nobuyuki and Masahiro (Nobuyuki's father), and the connection between Masahiro and Daisuke (Masahiro's second-in-command). It also offers a view of things to come, but without spoiling the ending, as this scene comes from just before the midpoint in the novel.
     
     

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    January brings a peak in the season's weather, hot or cold, and either way it's a good time to stay inside and read! To help you find great stories on the site by another one of our Signature authors, this month we're featuring Cynus' story, "From the Cup of the Worthless".
     




     

    Length: 150,127
     
    Description: In the world of organized crime, your crime family is all you can count on. Nobuyuki Sato is no exception, and as he tries to navigate the political climate of his new city, his Yakuza family is there to support him. But then Nobuyuki meets Viktor Karimov, son of the Chief of Police, he begins to question if there might be more to life than crime. Love, intrigue, and drama abound.
     
    Cynus's Favorite Reviews:
     
    Valkyrie says: Great beginning. I'm hooked! You've woven a rich tapestry of cultures in a realistic, futuristic setting. I'm very interested to see how the sons of such diametrically opposed backgrounds develop their relationship. I don't think Nobu is only interested in Viktor to gain his father's favor, but I can see betrayal in their future. I'll hang on for what I'm sure is going to be a bumpy ride!
     
    drpaladin says: All those double entendres from Nobu during the phone call were marvelous. Nobu is a really clever boy. So did he know what he was doing there or was that his subconcious feelings for Victor coming out into the open? We have two boys who hide what the are to keep their respective father's approval. Both the same, but with mirror opposite situations. Victor has a brother who would accept him and protect him from anything, but Nobu doesn't have that. There is so much potential here and I can't wait to see what happens.
     
    RobV says: Loving this so far. It's amazing how your stories are all so wildly different. The way you craft a whole new world every time, with new characters that aren't rehashes of any of your old ones, is very impressive. And it's always original and intriguing. Keep it up!
     
    Mikiesboy says: Cy, you are the mad weaver!
    So many associations, lots of intrigue, plots and plans. Not sure which way is up or who I can trust.
    Really well done my friend!
    tim xo
     
    Onim says: Wow...perfect ending (beginning) to an awesome story!! You've evoked every emotion...laughter, tears, smiles, groans, shocks, intrigue, excitement, sex and most of all Love...and we absolutely adored every written word!!! I'm just hoping this is just a book 1 to a series.. and we can look forward to more from the brothers and more from you!! It's been a great following this tale...and we thank you for sharing your talent with us!!!
     


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  17. Cia
    The year is almost over, and the time has flown by! Did you find the time to read Comicality's contemporary story featuring one young man's journey as he experiences his first year at college. If you did, make sure you share your thoughts on Comsie's story, but first, everyone can enjoy his answers to the questions I posed in his interview!
     
    If you were an animal, what would you be?
    - You know, I'm not sure why, but I have always had a thing for panthers. Ever since I was little, the idea of a huge jungle cat, with all black fur and bright cat eyes...both beautiful and dangerous...I LOVE it! Hehehe!
     
    What do you like best in a story if you’re reading it?
    - Character interaction. Definitely. That's my number one allure to a story. Not just in relation to advancing the plot, but just a few golden (sometimes random) moments where the main characters get to truly bond with one another on a human level. A little fun, a little romance, a little humor, some emotional support, some backstory...I think that truly adds something special to what you're reading. I think that's what makes readers truly care about what's going on. They get to be a part of the adventure first hand, you know? I always try to leave my characters some space to just have some fun outside of the main plot in everything that I write. It can be endearing.
     
    What do you like to do when you’re not writing?
    - There's hardly any time during the day when I'm not writing. Hehehe! I've learned to appreciate a heavy dose of isolation each and every day, and I realize that I overdo it on occasion and have to make an effort to reconnect with my friends and family to make up for it. But outside of that, I'm a huge hog for movies and TV shows these days. The stories have gotten so complex that I can really get involved in what's going on and start bingeing myself silly. Video games too. So I can get really absorbed in a good story, no matter what the medium. I've also been learning more about cooking, which is new for me. Well, for the last year or two, anyway. And I've been enjoying that as well. Cooking is an art in itself. I hope to keep getting better at it.
     
    Is there anything you find particularly challenging in your writing?
    - Foreshadowing. Hands down. I like for my stories to be built up to a climax and a logical solution as I'm writing them, so foreshadowing is a must. You don't want to get to the end and have something just 'happen' for no reason, you know? You have to leave little breadcrumbs along the way. Unfortunately, I think people have seen sooooooo many movies and TV shows and read so many stories online, that they've become too savvy for foreshadowing to really be effective. They're 'hip to the game' at this point. So every time I write something, most people are already trying to jump TEN steps ahead of me to figure out the rest of the entire story before it's even written. It's extremely hard to beat people to the punch anymore, because nobody just sits back and enjoys the ride. There's a huge race to be the first one to say, "I CALLED IT!!!" With hours of analysis and hints and clues and speculations and fan theories...foreshadowing is a really difficult magic trick to pull off these days. Either your plot twists and endings came out of nowhere and don't make sense, or the story is seen as cliché and predictable. It's nearly impossible to find a Goldilocks type of middle ground between the two extremes. But it's just a challenge. Challenge is what it's all about, after all. So it makes things a LOT harder, but it's worth it when you can surprise a few people every now and then.
     
    Do you plot out your stories or just write as it comes to you?
    - I have to plot everything out in advance before I start writing. First for the story as a whole, then chapter by chapter, so I know where I'm going and have an idea of how to get there. So the stories are already finished in my mind, with a major arc covering it all. But there are story arcs to each chapter as well. There are certain events that I want to tackle every chapter, even if it's just a set up or solution to the chapter coming up or the one that just passed. So I have a blueprint, but there is a LOT of room for spontaneous ideas if I feel like adding them at a moment's notice. So I keep a structure in mind, but it's not carved in stone if I think of something better along the way.
     
    Is writing more of a flurry of inspiration or a daily wordcount you adhere to?
    - You know, I really try to stick to the word count discipline, but it doesn't always work. I definitely write every single night. I doubt I'd be able to sleep
    at all if I didn't. But I always write according to what I'm feeling at that particular moment, on that particular day. The reason I write SO many stories at once, is because they all have different themes, different moods, and different issues and emotions involved. I don't want to force myself to write something happy and cute when I'm having a really bad day. But I don't want to write something that's supposed to have some emotional weight and somber depth to it when I'm feeling silly and fun. Nor do I want to write something 'sexy' when I'm angry at the world and need to vent my frustrations. No matter what I'm feeling...I have a story that I can use to channel that emotion and it feels authentic and has a greater impact. I don't want to 'fake' it. Emotional involvement is what my stories are all about. It's the most important part of writing for me. So when people read something from me...I want it to feel real. Because it IS real. It's my therapy and my release, more often than not. Which is why I can't rush one story over the other, but I work on them all every single day. It's not just words for me, I want readers to feel it like I feel it. I hope that gets accomplished every now and then. Hehehe, when I'm being moody.
     
    Did the characters or the plot of Between the Lines come to you first?
    - The plot was the first thing that came to me with this story. The theme of it was something that I wanted to write about before, but never had an idea that I thought would really focus on the ideas I had in mind the way "Between The Lines" did. I wanted to create a story about someone who was finally getting the freedom of the college experience, embracing a new life for the first time, and has convinced himself that he's truly happy simply because he's experiencing something new and different. But he has nothing to compare this experience to. He hasn't really been exposed to what's out there, and just how amazing romance can be with someone who's more than just 'gay like me'. I wanted it to be a journey that displays the way time and experience expands our views on relationships altogether over time. I'm happy to say that I was proud of the way this one turned out.
     
    You use a character who is a writer. Did you model Eli’s writing style/inspiration after your own?
    - Definitely! I LOVE being able to write about writing! Hehehe! So the story was one of my early chances to really describe what it's like to have ideas in your head and developing the ability to translate those thoughts into words and what it feels like to be able to put them all down on paper. (Or on screen, in this case) I can remember my first semester of college when I took a creative writing class. Now, this was a film school, also full of actors, writers, etc...and I was SO nervous! I kept thinking, "These kids are going to be soooo much BETTER than me! They've been doing this all of their lives! This is what they want to do for a living! How can I possibly match up?" But I went in and did my own thing, and they embraced it. I made some really good friends in those classes. Even with teachers, who splattered my stories with red ink...but gave me good grades anyway because they liked what I wrote. So this story borrows heavily from my own college experience with creative writing in front of an audience. If it wasn't for those favorable reactions, there might not be a 'Comicality' today.
     
    Do you have a favorite scene in Between the Lines?
    - There's a moment in the computer lab where both Eli and Devon go to write and print out their work for the next class together that I thought was endearing. That scene was originally going to be much shorter, only be a random bumping into one another...but as I was writing it, these fictional characters just started having this really cool conversation all on their own. I refused to stand in the way of them getting to know each other better. Hehehe! So that scene ended up being one of my favorites in the whole series. There's something 'organic' and natural about it. I'm glad that it turned out as well as it did. It still makes me smile when I read over it again.
     
    Can you share a little of your future projects with us?
    - Well, writing wise, I think the biggest project that I've got in the works right now is a horror anthology called "Darkness Waits". It has four separate stories in it, and I was trying hard to get it done in time for Halloween, but I had two long months of weird life circumstances that took me away from the site, and I wasn't able to catch up to the momentum that I had going before. But, while gay themed, it's actual 'horror'. And it's a bit of a new challenge for me. So wish me luck, and I'll keep everybody informed as to when it's ready.
     
    Outside of that, I've been spending a LOT of time on ebooks, there's a "Billy Chase" animated series of shorts in the works, an audio book for "Gone From Daylight" that already has the first three chapters recorded, Imagine Magazine...the fans of the site have really been coming out to lend their incredible talents to the site as a whole in 2017, and I want to lend as much support as I can so I can be a part of it. I think readers will be surprised with what's coming in 2017! I'm excited about it! I hope everyone else will be too!
  18. Cia

    January C S R Feature: The Pledge By Mikiesboy

    By Cia,


    CSR- Can't Stop Reading
    It's 2017... how did that happen?! Ups, downs, good or bad, time marches on. As we look ahead to what may come in 2017, maybe even making a few resolutions, I can't help but enjoy looking back at the past. Given that Mikiesboy recently finished a historical story--with a bit of paranormal thrown in for fun--I wanted to give readers a chance to enjoy this short story hopefully everyone will have the time to finish and be ready for the discussion day on Monday, January 30th.
     


    ​
    The Pledge


    by Mikiesboy


     

    Length: ​10,295
     
    Description: Young Tristan, sent to work for Lord William discovers much about life and love.
     
    ​A Reader said: Nonetheless, the richness and complexity of this tale was terrific. ~ Reader1810
     
     
     


    Don't forget, this month's Discussion Day will take place on Monday, January 30th.


  19. Cia
    Wow... the last CSR Discussion day of the year. I can't believe how fast 2016 has gone. Ups, downs, the world has really changed for so many of us. And that's the theme of Kuragari's story, My Life Started at the End of the World. Did you find out how her story ends? Make sure you don't miss your chance to share your thoughts here! But first, as always, my interview with Kuragari.
     
    Do you eat your fruits and vegetables?
    Oh hell no, I'm terrible at eating my fruits and vegetables.
     
    If you had 30 minutes of free time, what would you do?
    Probably pull out my 3ds and play Pokemon. I basically play pokemon whenever I can so that's probably what I would do.
     
    What brought you to GA?
    Originally, I have no idea what brought me to GA. When I actually started putting my stories on GA I had another site ask me to submit my stories on there. And then I got told the story I was asked to submit didn't fallow their rules/guidelines. So I went onto here, looked at the guidelines and put up the stories I was able to put up.
     
    Do you have a favorite story on GA that you’ve read?
    Paradox of Friendship by InTheMindOfSunshine. It was the first story on GA that I read to the end and one of the stories that inspired me to write my own. It's a very serious story and has some dark themes in it.
     
    What’s the first thing you do when you start to write a story?
    Concept or plot usually. What kind of plot will this story have or what kind of concept the story will bring forth. Every story is a little different.
     
    Was there any particular reason you chose an apocalypse setting for your plot?
    I simply thought of one question to myself, “I wonder what happened with gay kids around 2012?” and that turned into “I wonder if they came out in fear that the world was actually going to end.” And that became the basis of my story.
     
    How did you come up with My Life Started at the End of the World as the title?
    Oh man, MLSEW was started back in 2014 and I have no idea what exactly happened to get the name. I knew I wanted to start the story at the point where Aidyn came out in front of everyone. So it probably spawned from the idea that your life really starts when you come out of the closet.
     
    Did the characters or the plot come to you first?
    Definitely the plot in this case. Like I said before, the story started with asking about coming out before the end of the would. So the plot came before anything else.
     
    Though I think I had Aidyn's name ready right off the bat. Noah and Skylar were also names I wanted to use for a while at the time so I decided on their names rather early in development. Greyson was the only character that needed to be made from the ground up.
     
    Was it a challenge to write two different couples in one story?
    My first story actually had 4 couples in it, so having many couples wasn't new to me. The part that makes it easy for me is knowing who each couple will end up with. When I have the endgame planned from the beginning I can play with what happens to each character easier. It helped that Aidyn & Noah and Skylar & Greyson had different relationships to work with.
     
    What are your future projects?
    At the moment I have three current projects; My Life Started After High School(MLSAHS)(MLSEW's sequel), Life's Unexpected Surprises(LUS) and Life of Phoenix(LOP). I am just finishing LOP and that will let me focus on MLSAHS and LUS.
    With that in mind I have had a story idea in my head for a while and just haven't had the time to do it with all my active stories, so maybe I'll finally get to writing it! For right now like I said, I'm focusing on my current projects in the works.
  20. Cia
    Valkyrie's story, Alex's Legacy, was Monday's Signature Feature. Did you grab your copy of the signature banner so you can share your love for Valkyrie's story? If not, you can do that here! Today we're featuring her chosen excerpt.
     
    Valkyrie says: This story started as my response to Prompt 305, although the characters existed before I wrote the prompt. Even though they were created as peripheral characters in another story, they captured my heart, and I wanted to learn their whole story. There's a tie-in to The Hollow Hills, and anyone who can find it earns a gold star. lol I picked this excerpt because it shows the connection between Sam and Alex. It also shows Alex's playful side and the romanticism that's a main feature of the story.
     

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  21. Cia
    This month we're featuring Valkyrie's story, Alex's Legacy With it's poignant theme and cozy bookstore setting, this is a great novella length story is a perfect December read. Make sure you don't miss out on it!
     




     

    Length: 22,494
     
    Description: Sam and Alex meet and fall in love. Their relationship manages to survive some very dark and trying times, until tragedy strikes.
     
    Valkyrie's Favorite Reviews:
     
    Geron Kees says: I hope you have just researched this very well and that no one in your life has suffered through something like this horror. [He] is exhibiting all th correct signs for his personality type after an incident of extreme abuse. Your storytelling is spot on. I'd like to think that someone reading this story will gain some hope and insight from it in dealing with a problem in their own life. That, in my opinion, places what you've written well beyond the realm of entertainment writing.
     
    Renee Stevens says... Great job on this chapter Valkyrie. These two are so cute together and there was so much about this chapter to enjoy: the teasing, the descriptions of the scenery, etc. I was actually glad to see Alex slow them down, it just shows what a great guy he is.
     
    Slytherin says... Beautiful story, sad but it felt very authentic. It's good that they talked about Alex so Aaron understands Sam more They need to adopt a cat lol.Poor Chinese delivery man
    Great story, Valkyrie !
     
    Cole Matthews says: My favorite part of this chapter is the teasing until the kisses final came. Very nice touch! Awesome chapter!
     


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  22. Cia
    Are you a fan of some of our Classic Authors? Want to help me out in a way that takes only minutes of your time but could revive some of the oldie but goodie stories on the site? Then I need your help!
     
    I'm sure many of you have seen the monthly Signature Author features where we promote one of their stories with a few copied reviews in the site blog in one post and then an excerpt in another, and I also create an ad that runs on the site for a month plus a graphic that members/authors can put in their personal signatures.
     
    What do I need from you?
     
    I want to feature the Classic authors on the site in the same fashion, but many of them are Classic authors because they're no longer active on the site. They still have their fans, though. Do you like Tiff's work? Dom Luka's? Andrew Q. Gordon? The Zot? If you do, send me a PM with your favorite story of theirs you'd like me to feature. Pick an excerpt (anything from a couple of paragraphs to 1k) from the story of a scene that you really liked, tell me why you picked it so I can share that with readers, and I'll do the rest.
     
    You could help bring some of the earlier stories in GA's history to light for newer members and share your favorite classics!
  23. Cia

    Writing Prompts #544 & #545

    By Cia,


    Prompts
    Yes, your eyes are not deceiving you. It is I, bringing you the prompts again this week. It's always fun to put myself in Renee's boots (she has a LOT more snow at her place) for a time. Fortunately, she makes it easy peasy to do this post--certainly nothing like a nightmare such as prompt #545... yikes!! (Does it make you feel better about your holiday plans though? LOL)
     

     
    Prompt 544 – Creative
    Tag – First line
    It’s time to bury the hatchet.
     
    Prompt 545 – Creative
    Tag – Party Nightmare
    Every year, your family has a different member host the holiday party. This is the first time you are to host it. Unfortunately, your cesspool is backing up, a wicked storm is due to hit, and you in laws arrived four hours early. What happens next?
     

     
    So what shall I feature today...? How about a long-awaited return to his prompt story with Timothy's Terrible Prompt Stories.
     

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  24. Cia

    Writing Prompts #542 & #543

    By Cia,


    Prompts
    Today I get to be Renee! Woohoo! This time of year, it seems everyone is busy, busy, busy. But surely you have a bit of time to write some flash fiction, don't you? Last week we had two repeat Why don't you check out the prompts below. Hopefully they'll spark some inspiration.
     

     
    Prompt 542 – Creative
    Tag – List of words
    Use the following words in a story – red leaf, turkey, squeaky wheel, pumpkin, and a blue shoe.
     
    Prompt 543 – Creative
    Tag – First Line
    I think it is time for you and I to have a little talk.
     

     
    Last week's prompts were put up as a second chance to inspire authors, so I'm featuring a piece that's also from an earlier prompt. Check out Hunter Thompson's story inspired by prompt #539.
     

    Read the rest here!
  25. Cia
    December is the end of the year, and I thought we could feature another end... Kuragari129's story, My Life Started at the End of the World. This is a story of how things can change, and all too often do, when teenagers are learning their way through life. Of course throwing in something like a rumor of the apocalypse really ups the drama! You'll have to read the story to find out what happens with Aidyn, Noah Skylar, and Greyson.
     



    My Life Started at the End of the World


    by Kuragari129


     

    Length: 58,366
     
    Description: Back in 2012 where people feared the doom of the world, Aidyn Scott must face his fears. Aidyn has strong feelings for a class mate, Noah Wesley. Skylar, Aidyn's little brother is just starting highschool and has began getting feelings for others. Specifically a new kid in town named Gresyon Payne, a blind boy whom he guides around the school. How will these four boys find their way through the "end of the world"?
     
    A Reader Said: This is very good, each character is developing and adding to the whole, with several distinct threads of storyline to keep moving forward. ~kagenokami
     


    This month's Discussion Day will take place on Monday, December 26th.


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