From something I’m working on, inspired by Becky Jones‘ prompt: I watched it fade into the distance.
This will be part of a companion prequel to the story I have in Bonds of Valor, releasing 24 March. I loved writing The Coward’s Shadow, and am typing as fast as I can to get the prequel done.
If you’re interested in watching at least one author stumble over her words from nerves, check out the YouTube launch tonight at 7PM Central!
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A puff of wind blew the gossamer curtain into the solar, carrying with the delicate fabric the sound of clashing metal. Engela glanced out the solar window. Her matchmaking delight faded as she studied the practice fields. “War makes love come faster, child. Now. Let’s talk about putting you to better use. I need a researcher to delve into the archives. Altria needs to expand her options against the Kolung encroachments.”
“I read archaic forms of Altrian,” she offered, wrapping her hands around her skirts. Adacia kept her mouth firmly shut on explaining why. If Engela knew she could peruse the archives, the queen probably already knew Fogfield Province’s sad and pathetic library hadn’t been updated by the last five barons.
“So I hear. And let’s face it, dear…I can get most women to weave better than you, even for bandages. Let’s get you working in an area you’re better suited, shall we?”
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My prompt went to Cedar Sanderson this week:
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