Libby Drew

Very much so! Thanks for reading.

They have equal standing, though Chase lacks Calhoun's experience. He does, however, bring his knowledge of Seminole culture to the table.

The strong bond between Chase and Micco is revealed piecemeal as the story unfolds. It is quite strong.

All good questions! Keep reading to find out. 😉

Calhoun is a man on a mission, no doubt about it. Chase will always be in Micco's corner. I hope as the story unfolds and you read more about their past relationship as children that that fact becomes apparent.

Ha! It was NOT a typo. Although there were cracks in between the crocks. Like so...

Yeah, me too. Sorry, guys. Not a fan. And kale. Back a thousand years ago, when I worked in food service, we used kale to cover up the ice between the crocks on the salad bar. I wasn't aware until years later that people actually ate that garbage.

It would be nearly impossible to answer any of these theories without giving something away, in some comment, somehow. LOL So... a heartfelt thank you to everyone. I LOVE all the theories and guesses!

Clewiston, America's Sweetest Town—according to the sign that marks the city limits. This booming metropolis of eight thousand souls south of Lake Okeechobee is home to US Sugar Corp. Chase and I hitchhiked here from the rez a few times. Stirred up all kinds of trouble. Funny that it’s those thoughts that come to me now. Memories that hold such a fond place in my heart, considering where I’m headed, and why. And with whom. The Clewiston Police Department operates out of a large metal build

Thank you, as always!

Poor Kane! But he has many wolf friends left behind who will play a part in what's to come.

Nope, just a regular flash. 😏

TROPICAL STORM ARLENE: NOAA SPECIAL DISCUSSION 400 AM SAT JUN 17 2023 RADAR AND SATELLITE DATA INDICATE THAT ARLENE HAS BECOME BETTER DEFINED. AN EYE FEATURE HAS BEEN NOTED IN RADAR DATA AND SATELLITE IMAGERY INDICATES THAT CLOUD TOPS HAVE COOLED SIGNIFICANTLY. THE UPPER-LEVEL OUTFLOW PATTERN REMAINS IMPRESSIVE AND ADDITIONAL CONVECTIVE BANDING FEATURES HAVE DEVELOPED IN ALL QUADRANTS. BASED ON THE MUCH IMPROVED STRUCTURE OF ARLENE THE INTENSITY FORECAST HAS BEEN ADJUSTED UPWARD. THER

Okay, thank you. Now I better understand your concerns. While I don't write and post a chapter at a time these days, there were plenty of years -- and plenty of stories -- when I did. So I feel your dilemma. My experience has taught me that writing ahead as the mood and ideas strike is not an opportunity we should squander. Life is unpredictable, and we never know when it might get in the way. So write! And as you're already dedicated to posting a chapter per week, writing ahead is most likely a good thing. Being ahead doesn't handicap you to plot holes etc., it enables you to correct them. I have, in the past, cautioned writers against posting a WIP, as reader comments may unduly influence the direction of the story. I still believe that, but I have also come to understand that readers can be your faithful content editors. I know I have several on this site. @drpaladin is one for sure. There is much to learn from these individuals. So, I suppose, my advice is this: outline faithfully. Find a second set of eyes you trust. And don't let these worries detract from your love of writing. Who gives a s*** if it's not perfect? If it comes from your heart, and you're sharing it in good faith, with goodwill, then everyone wins.

Um... yeah? No wonder you give such awesome prompts!

DON'T OPEN THE BOX, DAVID! GWYN'S HEAD IS IN THERE! Oops, spoiler.

My college roommate took lithium. She had a bipolar disorder.

Like... what's an example of what might be in the box. Share!

I didn't know that. We had it as ground cover all over our yard when I was growing up. Maybe that's why it was all over our yard. lol

These prompt materials... in a box... in a cabinet. Why do I find it strangely compelling? 😄

Can you expand on this thought for me? I think I might know what you mean, but I don't want to assume. Thank you.

Spot on, as usual, Krista! It's a writer's preference. I could be wrong, but I've never met a reader who quit reading a story because the chapters didn't have titles. But do you, the author, feel chapter titles add depth and meaning to the story? Then use them! The option to do so, or not, is one of those sweet freedoms we enjoy.

Dialogue isn't writing. It's speaking. All bets are off for dialogue. It needs to sound natural and in character. Don't force formality into your characters' discourse because you think it needs to be grammatically correct.

Right? I figured you did. 😉

Sound advice! Thanks for reading and commenting.