Amongst the Ruins - Updated

http://www.textnovel.com/story/Amongst-the-Ruins:-Shilos-Tale-*Editors-Choice-2010*/4203/

New Chapters posted.

You can also find it on FictionPress.com.

Fallen Star

AmongstTheRuinsTraler

DollBaby

Story Updates...

I don't want to get your hopes up for an update anytime soon, but I have written more for Vegas. It's not really that great, so I'm still working through my block with it. *Hoping to start updating again before the New Year.*

Amongst the Ruins will be updated in a couple of weeks. NaNo is eating up some of my time now.

I'm also working on editing Modern Marriage of Convenience & Fallen Start, while posting the entire stories on FictionPress.com.

Okay, just wanted to check in and give a quick update.

Life is crazy right now, but I'm doing as much as I can.

NaNoWriMo has begun

NaNoWriMo has officially started. And though I've been slow to the start of it, I did get some accomplishments made. 'Doll Baby' my first dark, horror, gore story has officially started.

I am posting my NaNo work on both TextNovel and Fictionpress.

Hang in with me. The goal right now is to write, write, write. You will find some inconsistencies and errors I'm sure. I'll polish it later - if it turns out to be worthy.

Best of luck to all NaNo writers this year.

DollBaby

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-4muDNZ3Qs


Doll Baby - my NaNoWriMo story...coming next month. :o) If I make it through NaNoWriMo that is.

Amongst the Ruins Trailer

Still not great at these, but its fun to play.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VPKVRiZtRyQ

Online Novels and Writing

Stop by OnlineNovels and become a member to the site.

Writer or reader, the site is dedicated to online writing - published and non published work, fanfiction and original - all is welcome. As a new member to FictionPress.com I will be starting to post about stories I find there, but I love to hear from others.

So, come by, become a member and hop into the forums to discuss your favorite online writers and stories.

Hope to see you there.

Text Novel Pimpage

I have have have to pimp out my girl, Athena Lyso. Her story, The Raven and The Wolf, was selected as a Finalist in the TN Contest.

The Raven and The Wolf is a fantasy/supernatural masterpiece.

http://www.textnovel.com/story/The-Raven-and-the-Wolf-Finalist/2218/
Loyalty has its price. One man's chance encounter with a young orphan sets him a on the road to redemption and a child on the path of destiny.

Lord Engle, the warrior stripped of rank and honor to be banished in a forsaken land; Daven, the disillusioned prince rejected as his father's heir and looking for purpose; and Tim a ten year-old orphan who will change the fate of them all.

One will find redemption, another purpose and a third will seek to outrun destiny as they are thrust into the midst of a genocidal conflict. Yet it is the war within, between warrior and father, which demands the hardest choice of all.

Will a man of honor protect his children or sacrifice them in pursuit of a greater good?

The Raven and The Wolf is the first part of a three book series. Book two, The Hunter and The Healer is currently in progress on Text Novel.

Click on the link, view, vote, comment, follow. You won't be sorry you did. I am on the edge of my seat waiting for her next update and cannot wait to see her book published.

Text Novel Contest Update...

So, some of you may already know, but 'Live In Position' was not selected as a finalist in the contest. Sad, yes, but still amazed to have gotten so far with my first real attempt with writing a novel and entering a writing/publishing contest.

Since the announcement I've take a few days to really not do any writing at all. Call it a sanity break or resting my fingers, I just needed to step back and utilize some other creative outlets.

I want to Thank You all again for your support of LIP as well as all of my writing. Without you, I would never have reached as far as I did. Someone asked me, so I will answer, yes I am going to work on publishing LIP. Having researched a couple of options, I plan to submit LIP to about 3-4 publishers. I'm not expecting to get too much response, but the experience will be helpful if I plan to publish in the future.

Thanks Everyone!

Some updates:

Amongst the Ruins will be updated as soon as I finalize the latest chapter.

Doll Baby is still in early phases and since I am participating in NaNoWriMo this year, I'm thinking of using this premise as my novel to write in a month. It is not intended to be anything near the size of LIP.

Vegas is on Hiatus until my stalker mojo returns. :o)) I really need some inspiration for this one. *sigh* :(

PIL is still on the horizon, but not until I finalize LIP since they affect each other.

There is also the untitled story of Doctor Dominic Erickson, from LIP, which is halfway outlined and also on the horizon.

Not to mention the multiple ideas I write down almost daily for possible stories. And I wonder why I need to take breaks from writing. Ugh. I start entirely way too much.

Vegas Follows You Home - Hiatus

I know, I know...everyone is going to form a group and come after me. I'm sorry.

At this point, I am so overwhelmed with editing a couple of stories and writing others that I need to take step back from those I haven't had the best motivation to write. *sigh* I am still adament about finishing Vegas, but need to gain some much needed perspective.

Cross your fingers that the break will give me back my writing mojo for Vegas.

Thanks for all your understanding and for reading.

I'm hoping it isn't too long before I start updating again.

Almost forgot...

I have now set myself up to post my stories at the FanFiction sister site Fictionpress.com

http://www.fictionpress.com/u/745122/

I know that some have had issues with TextNovel, as well as some just not wanting to take the leap over. So, instead of creating another blog site, I am going to put them up over there.

Rough decision...

I am struggling with a rough decision that I need to make.

I have been feeling the 'urge' to change the title of Live In Position. The title that has been calling out to me is 'Nanny Swear', but I'm just not sure that it encompasses what the entire story is about. *sigh*

Not sure what to do, but I really want to be decisive about this and move on.

Unpublished Novel Tour

So, I am working to promote unpublished authors, or even published authors with an unpublished novel. A virtual novel tour is in order.

I will be cruising the web for sites in which authors promote their unpublished work, hoping to draw attention to great works.

If you have suggestions, whether its your own novel's blog/website or someone elses, please contact me.

Hoping to get this set up before the end of the month.

Much love to you all and thousands of thanks for helping to get Live In Postion into the semi finals on TextNovel. Muhwah!

Text Novel Is Back Up...

Finally Text Novel has gotten back on track.

Chapters 1 through 10 of LIP have been updated with edits and some new additions/removals.

I also posted the newest chapter of Amongst the Ruins. I have another chapter and a half that I'm holding onto because I haven't had time to do a last read through. But it will come soon.

Vegas has half a chapter written, but I'm still debating on the way I want a certain scene to go. I'm teetering and need to step back from it. Sorry for the long wait time on the next chapter.

Well, I'm in Dallas for a three day sales meeting, so I need to get going.

My skills are limited.....LOL

It is official. I may have a knack for cover art, but I really stink with 'trailers'. Tried my hand with Microsoft Movie Maker making a trailer for Amongst the Ruins and Live In Position, but wow I stink. LOL I'll stick with cover art. LOL

Text Novel Update

http://mycounsel.typepad.com/textnovelblog/2010/09/no-updates-yet.html

It's not the update I want to hear, but it will have to do for now. *Sigh*

TextNovel Down.

*sigh* TextNovel is down today and not sure when it will be coming back up.

Tried to update Amongst the Ruins, but couldn't get on the site. It's been down all day.

I'm sure they will have it fixed as soon as they can, it's just my impatience. :o)

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I know a few of you are waiting on Vegas to be updated and I swear it will be finished. It's just a matter of time and inspiration at the moment.

Live In Position

Chapter 1 through 7 have been updated with the newest edits.

Don't be afraid to tell me your thoughts. :o)

Live In Position chosen Semi-Finalist

Live In Position was chosen as one of 20 semi-finalists in the TextNovel Contest!

I am so honored and excited.

In the words of my 8 year old daughter: OMG mommy! LOL

The next round is three weeks of editing and marketing my story out to the masses. So I will be actively editing as well as jumping onto Twitter, Facebook, and this blog as much as possible. LOL

Please check out the new chapters as I edit and make changes, so you can provide your feedback. Feedback helps soooo much.

Thank you to all of you who came to TextNovel to support LIP.

Still waiting....

TextNovel has still not announced their semi-finalists, but after taking in all considerations this is a good thing. Anyhow, trying to be patient while I work through my edits on LIP.

*sigh* waiting is harder than you think it is, until you have to do it. LOL

Live In Position - Updates

Working on some updates to the chapters (I apologize if you are getting slammed with emails because of it). I will say that I am changing some portions of the story for better flow and timeline, as well as grammatical corrections.

I am also struggling with renaming Connor, but cannot seem to settle on a name that 'fits' the character. My goal is to distinguish his name more away from Collins.

*sigh*

I said I would be patient

So I said I would be understanding with the TextNovel Semi-finalists announcement, but that doesn't mean I didn't wake up this morning, yank my Touch Ipod from my nightstand and quickly check for it. With a highly dramatic groan, I fell back into my pillows with a grumbled "They're Killing Me!" LOL

I though I would get to compare the semifinalists against my own list of guesses, but no such luck, Yet. Once those are chosen, it will be a second round of editing/polishing and voting. Then finalists will be chosen. And the process repeats until the winner(s) is selected.

So here's to hoping that by Saturday we will all be celebrating with the chosen semis.

"I will be patient, I will be patient, I will be patient." I need to work on editing LIP some more anyhow (insert my five year old tongue stick out)

For Isabela...who has had a hard time folling me to Text novel.

Here you go sweetie!


Live In Postion - Epilogue

Sitting in the recently remodeled spare room, which was now my personal office, I looked up over my laptop as my beautiful ten year old girl slowly walked her two year old sister into my office.

Katlyn Arabella Bishop finally arrived to the family two weeks passed my due date. She weighed in at 8 pounds, 10 ounces and twenty-one inches long. Even at birth the coppery fuzz covered head showed the evidence of her father. The resemblance only grew stronger with the months and years to follow. Her emerald orbs could only be matched in the beauty of her daddy’s.

“What are you two up to?” There was no controlling the smile spreading over my face.

“We missed you,” Victoria smiled toward me and then dropped her head to Katie. “Didn’t we?” she cooed to her living doll.

Victoria had taken on the role of doting and helpful big sister, though she did disappear on me for those colicky months. If it hadn’t been for Steph, my assistant-slash-live-in nanny, I don’t know what those months would have been. Between the book parties, the colic, Victoria’s schedule, and Collin’s traveling engagements I could have easily lost my mind.

The gurgled ‘mum’ falling from Katie’s lips made me smile wider. Pushing up from my desk I rounded my desk and lifted the little mini-Collin into my arms. Her chubby arms wrapped around my neck and her head rested on my shoulder.

“I’m done for the morning. Come along,” I stretched my hand out to Victoria, “we should start getting you two ready.”

Together we walked to Victoria’s room. Releasing my hand, she ran directly to her closet and pulled out the white and dark mauve gown.

“I am so excited to be in the wedding,” she squealed on her way toward her bed.

“These dresses are so freaking cute.” Steph’s voice alerted us to her arrival in the room. She looked to me first. “Do you want me to take her?” Her arms stretched out toward a half asleep Katie.

I shook my head. “No, it’s nice to hold her.”

“Just don’t let –”

“Sophia,” Collin’s worried voice caused me to turn toward him standing in Victoria’s open doorway, “You shouldn’t be carrying her around.”

“Collin.” My firm warning tone was accentuated with one raised eyebrow.

“Overbearing again?” His concern has shifted to the look of a scolded boy within milliseconds. I couldn’t help but smile at him. “I’m sorry,” it only took a few steps to close the gap between us. “I just want to make sure you and the baby are okay.” His lips pressed to my forehead as his long fingers stretched over the newly developing baby bump.

“I have already told you that it is perfectly safe for me to pick up and hold Katie. You know, as a doctor and a two time dad, you should really know this by now.” The left side of my mouth rose in amusement of my teasing.

“As a doctor, I am well aware of the dos and don’ts; however, the love of my life and our children are concerned, so all the awareness is now null and void.” His lips now pressed to Katie’s head.

Her eyes opened blinked slowly and then fully focused on Collin. “Dahey.” Katie reached out for her father and he quickly cuddled her to his strong chest.

Now, I have been with Collin for a few years and have had him in the most intimate of ways, but to see him holding our daughter, seeing him take on the role of protector and caregiver made my insides melt. When he looked to me and winked, while rubbing Katie’s back, my thighs ignited and he knew it. Sometimes I think his desire to have another baby so quickly was simply because of the horny side effect. It took a moment to gather my thoughts back to the present task of getting ready for this evening. I walked over to Victoria.

“So, we need to pull your hair up on your head and place the tiara right about here, right?” My fingers were pressing onto her head about two inches from her hair line.

“Yep.” The excitement in her eyes was infectious. I leaned forward and kissed her head before sending her off to shower.

“I can take Katie to lie down for a bit before we get her dressed.” Steph offered.

“I’ll carry her in,” Collin walked the sleepy girl toward her room with Steph following closely behind. I took the opportunity to shower.

Shaving my legs with a swollen stomach, even if it wasn’t very large yet, still made it difficult and I cursed not going to get them waxed last week. Just as I moved into my flamingo position Collin’s naked body wrapped around me.

“Damn it Collin,” I yelled half heartedly. “I have a razor,” turning to look up at him, “Are you trying to cause damage?”

“I think we both know the last thing I would allow is harm to come to you.” A familiar smolder burned in his green eyes. I began to push space between us.

“Collin, we have to be ready and I still need to shave my legs.” With one arm stretched out forward, he pressed forward until my beck was against the wall.

“Give me the razor.” His hand was extended toward me, but he must think I was crazy. There was no way that I was going to let him shave my legs. “Don’t give me that look,” he smiled, “Trust me.”

Hesitantly I handed over the razor. With my back against the wall, I gasped when he moved to his knees before me. Taking one of my legs, he applied the shaving lotion before slowly and precisely following the curve of my leg with the razor. Never had I thought this would be such a turn on, but hot damn it was.

The way his long fingers slid across my skin and the delicate way he moved the razor. My body was being consumed by desire. Heat spread across my chest and face, embarrassed with myself for getting so worked up over leg shaving. When he finished and turned to face me, on his knees, I saw my lust reflected back in his green orbs.

A clang of plastic to porcelain sounded through the bathroom when he dropped the razor and grabbed onto my hips. His kiss to my belly brought my hands to his hair. When his kisses became wetter and lower my hips moved forward in anticipation. The moment he kissed my anticipating and swollen lips I moaned. The sound encouraged his tongue to work its magic in tandem with his fingers.

Collin moaned in approval when I threw my leg up over his shoulder. The sound carried straight to my core and I exploded from the inside out. My chest was heaving in an attempt to get my breathing under control.

“Oh God,” grunted from my lips as he stood and swiftly entered me.

“I have to have you,” he growled. Taking me leg by the back of my knee he hooked my left leg onto his hip and thrust repeatedly into me.

“Oh God, Collin.” My hands scratched at his chest before taking purchase on his shoulders and gripping onto them as he plummeted deep inside me. The coil quickly tightened in my belly ready to unleash a wave of pure pleasure. “Please, Collin, please,” I begged and he complied.

“Fuck Sophia,” he growled, “I love when you beg for me.” His fingers slid between us and my body clenched down around him as she erratically pumped into me with a loud grunt. This time we both were gasping for calming breaths.

An hour had passed since the shower rendezvous and we were both now dressed for the evening. Collin’s black suit was cut perfectly for his broad shoulders. I found myself trying to prevent my hands from stripping him down and hiking my dress up.

Reminding myself we couldn’t be late, I took one last look in the mirror. The gray satin, empire waist dress was comfortable and complimented my current figure. With his hand placed to my lower back, Collin walked me out of our bedroom toward the girls. His hand slipped down over my ass just as I entered Victoria’s room. God I loved him.

“Do you need help with anything?” I called out and sat my clutch purse on top of her dresser.

“Nope, I got it.” Victoria stepped out in the fluffy white gown with tiers of light mauve tulle around her waist and a large dark mauve satin bow tied in the front. Her hair was pulled up into a high bun and the tiara was perfect. A tear formed in my eye as I looked her over. Damn hormones.

“You look beautiful,” Collin voiced what I couldn’t say without bursting into tears at the moment.

“Thank you, daddy.” She smiled proudly.

Victoria and Collin had only gotten closer as the years passed by and every month for the past year Collin took Victoria on a ‘daddy-daughter’ date. It was always just the two of them and it usually lasted for a minimum of 4 hours. I loved every date they had and every day they grew into the best of friends.

“Mum.”

We all turned as Steph walked Katie into Victoria’s room. She wore the same dress as Victoria, minus the tiara. Victoria pushed by us and was the first to reach her sister.

“Look at you Katie, you look like a princess.” Victoria kissed her head. “We match.” Katie giggled and smiled up to the big sister she adored.

“Okay ladies, we need to get going,” Collin announced while rubbing his hands together. “Steph are you ready or did you need more time?”

“No, I’m good. I’ll go grab the diaper bag.”

Steph headed to Katie’s room while we headed down the stairs, Collin carrying Katie.

Downstairs everyone slipped into their coats and last minute checks were made to ensure we weren’t forgetting anything. Collin escorted all of ‘his ladies’ to the car and we were off.

Arriving to the NHS Hall of the Seattle Botanical Gardens my eyes widened at the beauty. Allison had really done a beautiful job finding this location. The gardens were lit with warm yellow lighting and the stone walkway was filled with the smell of fragrant plant life. Inside there were enough round tables to seat at least 250 people, but probably more. Allison, dressed in a long dark mauve dress, approached us quickly.

“I need the girls to come to the back room with me.”

Victoria quickly took Katie from Collin and walked toward Allison.

“Maybe I should tag along,” I stepped forward, but Steph’s hand halted me.

“Go sit, I’ll help with the girls.”

“Thank you, Steph,” Collin answered before I could. Placing his hand on my lower back he guided me through the double doors and into the room of round tables.

The flowers and plants decorating the hall were amazing. Tea lights surrounded the centerpieces and candelabras lined the walls. It was so simple, elegant, and intimate. Excitement for the evening built into a thousand butterflies. Looking to the front of the room, my eyes settled on the arch of creeping ivy. Just then Larissa caught sight of us and waved us to a table in the front.

As we made our way through the filling up tables I caught sight of Dominic. My brow furrowed briefly in contemplation to why he was here, but then I saw Kenly seated two seats from him with lil’Dom on her lap. The moment I made eye contact with her I smiled.

Dominic hadn’t much luck where Grace was concerned. Of course the DNA test proved the little boy was his and for a couple of months I thought Dominic wasn’t going to be able to handle it, especially when Grace resurfaced in our lives begging to be with her son. It lasted only a month before she disappeared in the middle of the night.

The last we heard of Grace, she was living in Hollywood with an ‘up and coming’ photographer. Collin had gotten a hold of her long enough to demand she sign away her rights to Victoria. In true Grace fashion it took money for her to do comply with our wishes. The moment her maternal rights were terminated we filed for mine to take place. We had celebrated with a four day weekend at Whidbey Island, just the four of us, when everything was finalized.

As for Dominic, he couldn’t get her to relinquish anything, but my concern with his handle on his child was completely misplaced. Dominic was a very attentive and active father. Baby Dom came first and foremost in his life, though in defense of my apprehension he did like the appeal his son had on single women. He had even referred to him as unmatchable foreplay for women. I didn’t exactly enjoy his remark, but I also didn’t expect any less from him in that area.

Kenly had been an amazing addition to his household. She was fantastic with the baby and held no intimate interest in Dominic, in fact, she would probably prefer to have dated Grace. Yeah, exactly; it was perfect for a live-in nanny in his house.

Reaching our table, Larissa immediately descended onto my bump, her hands circling it and then rubbing her own. My eyes widened in question. She shrugged.

“We’ve started trying again.” A smile crept over her face.

“I’m so happy for you.” We embraced and over her shoulder I watched Collin take Max’s hand pat his shoulder.

Soft music began and everyone moved into their seats. A woman in a long robe stepped up to the archway with a large smile on her face and a book in her hand.

“Welcome friends and family, please take your seats.”

Collin pulled out my chair and I settled in next to Ilene; Drake was on her right with his arm around the back of her chair. They were still an unusual pair, but it seemed to work for them. Collin’s hand on my knee pulled my attention to him. He scooted his chair closer to mine, just as a string quartet walked through the crowd playing softly.

Taking their places at the front of the room the changed the song. Doors opening at the back of the room made everyone turn in their seats. First Victoria holding Katie’s hand as they walked through the tables. Tear welled in my eyes. Collin handed me his handkerchief to dry my eyes and nose. Next entered Lucy, followed by her mother, Allison. Lucy was the polar opposite of the twins; shy, quiet, and subdued. I wasn’t sure where those traits came from because neither Allison nor Jonathan displayed those tendencies. Briefly I scanned the room, trying to see if Jonathan was in attendance. I was sure he would be with the obsessive nature he seemed to have with Allison these days, constantly trying to win her back after the birth of their daughter.

Victoria, Katie, Lucy, and Allison stood at the front of the room as Juliette and Connor entered together. Everyone stood up at their entrance. Juliette’s dress was amazing yet simple. When they reached our table, Collin stepped forward to hug his father and kiss Juliette on the cheek, Max mimicked. Once they stood in front of the minister we took our seats. Katie’s eyes landed on her daddy and she bolted for him.

“Dahey,” she gurgled, gaining quiet laughs. Collin was quick to grab her up and bring her to the table with us. She clung to him and laid her head on his shoulder. I rubbed her back and kissed her head.

As I sat back listening to Juliette and Connor vow to love each other for the rest of eternity, my eyes flitted to Victoria who stood with a large smile next to Lucy and Allison. Then I looked to Katie cuddled in Connor’s lap. My hands went to the bulge of my abdomen, the bump that held my son. A smile spread on my lips, maybe tonight was a good night to tell Collin he was having a son.

TextNovel Contest is Over.....

The TextNovel.com contest ended last night and I am 'patiently' awaiting the semi-finalist announcements.

The announcement is supposed to happen sometime today, which I am sooo excited about. Though I wouldn't be surprised if they needed till tomorrow to get the announcement(s) out. I mean its sure to be a difficult decision for them then you add in all the site issues the poor TN team has had to work through. Whew.

I just want to say that I would understand if it took an extra day or two to get it the announcement(s) out there. Doesn't mean I will like it! But I will understand.


Want to extend my best wishes to everyone one last time, BEST WISHES LOVELY TEXT NOVEL AUTHORS!

LIP Epilogue

I finally wrote the Epilogue and tried to post it to TextNovel tonight.

There was an update email stating that it uploaded, but I cannot guarantee it is complete. Since there are so many people logging in right now to post their updates and so forth, the site is bogged down.

Poor TextNovel. They just get the site moving again and we all slow it down with trying to get on at the same time. LOL

New Cover - Doll Baby

I was going to wait until I updated with the next chapter, but here it is. The new cover for Doll Baby. It feels a little more creepy. The way I wanted it to be. Muhwahahaha...

TextNovel contest extended...

Due to the site issues during the last day of the TextNovel contest, it has been extended throughout today. Semi-finalists will be announced by the end of the week, hopefully.

So, if you have not yet gotten a chance to vote for your favorite authors/stories/novels, head over there now to show your support. (I am not just shamelessly self plugging here, but there is some of that going on as well. LOL)

Best of luck to everyone entered into the contest.

www.textnovel.com

My profile: http://www.textnovel.com/profile/Vi_ZoMi/13637/ (There is my shameless plug. LOL)

BETA Services

So I came across a website called No Disclaimer: Beta Services and inquired with the contact information to see if they were still operating (no recent posts to the site) and so forth.

I have not yet received a response from them, but was curious if anyone out there has heard or knows of a Editing/Polishing/BETA service online. My family and friends can only be so much help before I need to seek out a new set of eyes. Eyes which are familiar and skilled in the ways of editing and critiquing.

I am working on editing and polishing LIP, so I really need to find someone(s) who can put an objective eye to my writing. *sigh* Plus I would like to get the same feedback with new chapters I am working on.

Anyone have any resources out there that google can't provide me? LOL If you do, would you please be so kind as to share your wealth of information? Pretty Pretty Please.

Doll Baby

It seems that new ideas have wormed their way into my head, again. (Sometimes its frustrating, when I have other stories to complete) Anyhow...I present to you....

Doll Baby

Short Summary:

Navea Vaill spends most of her young life afraid of closing her eyes. The images slowly leak from her sordid past when she is trying to sleep. It's enough for her to know that her father was the 'Doll House Killer'. Starting to remember her seven years living in his house of horror, it may just be too much for her to process and accept. Even when there is still someone out there 'showing' her the way.

Note: The outline for this one litterally poured out of my head last night and onto my notebook. It was ridiculous. So, the outline is complete, but in a rough stage. Still this story could come to you much sooner than any others, just because the mojo is really flowing me through this one. Maybe it has something to do with my long time desire to write something scary and more horror filled. :o) The evil people in my head want to play too. :o)

Coming to TextNovel soon.

Possible upcoming story....

In the early, early outline phase.

Tentative Summary:

- Parker Scott, tattoo artist and shop owner drinks his past pain into numbness. When fiesty 'Lisa' enters his sights, he can't help the all consuming need to have her. Regardless of the familiarity about her, he wants to forget his past for the night with her.

'Lisa' is ...out for one night of carefree fun that she doesn't usually get. What she isn't looking for is any more drama or trouble in her life.

.....More to come. It is still in the early stages of outlining.....

Tentative Cover Art for 'Priorities In Life' PIL

LIP Companion Story - Collin's POV

So, I have recently started delving deep into Doctor Collin Bishop's mind and working on the outline for his POV story. While this too cannot be guaranteed anytime soon, I have been motivated to polish up the outline for it.

The desire to put together his side of it all has grown; however, my biggest obstacle will be not repeating too much dialogue or same information in LIP. While mimicking some of the scenes is inevitable, I want to try and keep the story fresh. Still not sure if my writing skills can accomplish this or not.

Anyhow, I believe I will be sticking with 'Priorities In Life' (PIL) as I orginally planned for the title. Not fully sold on it yet, but I like the mirror effect of the titles - LIP & PIL, especially since it is a companion story to LIP.

Guess I'll decide more, the closer I get.

Live In Position

The Live In Position in now pretty much complete.

I will be working on reading the story in it's entirety and writing an epilogue or maybe a sequel, not sure yet. However, it will be awhile before I get in finally all sorted out in my head, but I do not plan on leaving the loose ends untied. I promise.

Thanks to all of you for supporting LIP.

Chapter 40 - final chapter Posted

Textnovel still isn't at 100%; however, the final LIP chapter has been posted.

Hope you enjoy.

Remember: I am going to read through the completed story and decide if it should be given a sequel or an epilogue. It may take some time, but until then I will be working on Amongst the Ruins and Vegas.


I would really like to start getting Vegas updated the most. Stalkie deserves to be heard.

TextNovel Fail August 8 2010

Seems that TextNovel has taken a nose dive tonight

I thought that it was just me and something wrong with my connection until the wonderful Kathleen clued me in on the site wide issue. And I was so looking forward to all the updates I had waiting on me to read tonight. Sigh.

Maybe it's sign that I should hold off posting the last chapter of Live In Position and I need to read through yet again....Hmmmmm....I'll do that now.

Hopefully I will see you all on TextNovel tomorrow. *crossing fingers on both hands and feet*

Chapter 40 - LIP

The chapter is with one of best friends right now. Waiting on some feedback while I re-read the chapter myself and make some corrections.

Now...keep in mind that this is the last chapter in Live In Position. However, once I have gone back to read the entire story in its entirety, I will decide then if I want to just provide final closure and write an Epilogue or if I want to give the sequel a go. Believe me that the sequel would not have the length LIP has, but I do already have some ideas regardless of the direction I take.

Thanks for all of your support of LIP, my move to textnovel, and for your patience in my final chapters. Muwah! (Kisses and hugs to you all.)

LIP Update...

Well, I have over 12 pages of word doc typed up and have resisted the urge to delete them all. My girlfriend convinced me to just let go and write, with no deletion. Then she is going to read it and I am going to re-read it.

After that we are going to go over it a couple of times and work through it. I may have it completed this week, but no promises. ;o)

Btw...she also convinced me to write Chapter 40 a special way so that I could go with either an Epilogue or a Sequel. So now there is less pressure about how I need to write it. Yay for her talking me down from my madness.

YAY FOR GLENDALY!!!

Hard Times....

The last chapter(s) of LIP are getting more and more difficult to wrap up. *sigh* I have so many things I've conisdered including in the ending, but I'm not sure if I should.

I guess its more of a struggle with whether or not I want to completely tie all loose ends up, OR keep open the possibility for sequel. Hmmm....

Right now I don't think I will be doing a sequel, but at the same time I have a possible direction I could take it.

Maybe I should just write the next chapter and then plan out a sequel or an Epilogue.

This is way more stressful than I imagined it being when I wrote the outline. Grrr....

New Website...& Update Information

NOTE: While I've tried to update this site frequently, I've fallen behind. Writing, real life, and my new website set up has been keeping me away.

I will try to keep this site up to date with information; however, I will be posting more on my new website: Text Novel Friendly Critic

This site was created for text novel writers and readers to talk about different works in progress as well as completed works of online writing. Published and unpublished are both welcome and I will be developing a person page to keep information updated regarding my writing.

UPDATES: Now here is my latests update now:

Live in Position will most likely be completed in three more chapters which will hopefully be finished by the end of this week (Friday). I am still contemplating writing Collin's point of view for the story or even a sequel. Not completely sure yet, since I will need to start focusing back on Vegas and Amongst the Ruins.

Vegas' next chapter is started and I am hoping to get more into those updates once LIP is complete.

Amongst the Ruins is pretty much outlined out, I just need to sit and start writing. Again, this will happen most likely after LIP has ended.

Thanks to everyone who has been reading. I appreciate it.

Vampires Suck Official Movie Trailer [HD]

I cannot wait to see this!!!!

Degree of Separation

So, I've been repeatedly asked for 6DoS (6 Degrees of Separation) to be posted.

I was hesitent, because it was my first story, with the most chapters, song lyrics, and an intricate story with many point of views. However, I was inspired to go ahead an work with it.

The first half of the story is almost up on TextNovel. I am only on my first round of rewriting and editing, so it's still going to be rough until I get through it a second time.

For those who enjoyed 6DoS, I hope that you like Degree Of Separation.

Crap, crap, crap...LIP Update Woes...

For reasons that would bore you to tears, I had to write LIP in two separate parts. Each part was on a different computer. Here is my woe...I lost the first half of the story. AHHHH!!

Just when I thought it was complete and I could post it tonight, poof, the first half is gone. Insert my angry rabbid screach here.

So, now it's back to my notes to try the first half again. Cross your fingers that I can get it right. Crap, crap, crap...Hopefully I can get it posted tomorrow.

Amongst the Ruins: Shilo's Tale

Amongst the Ruins: Shilo's Tale has received Editor's Choice 2010 on TextNovel.

Thank you Textnovel team!!!! I am so excited.

VFYH...updates...

I know that there are alot of you that are patiently awaiting the next update for Vegas. I've hit a sort of block with writing the story. The next chapters are in my head, but I can't seem to write them coherently.

The next chapter is partially written; however, I am not happy with the current state that it is in. So, I will wait for some impsiration and motivation to truly do Vegas the justice that it deserves.

Sorry for the delays. Please be patient with me while I work through this.

Thank you.

New Story Title...

So, I am going to enter the story Modern Arrangement into a contest next month. However, I have been rethinking the title.

Right now I am using 'Here Comes My Bride, Bought and Paid For', but I'm still not sure if I am truly feeling this.

I'm in search of the best title for this particular story.

Any suggestions? I'm open for them. LOL :o) LOL

I'm also trying to find someone to read and assist with editing/polishing the story.

Amongst the Ruins...Chapter One Posted

Saewod's Writing: Amongst the Ruins - chapter one is posted on textnovel.com.....

Coming Soon.....

My newest story, which will be coming soon to TextNovel. Currently the idea is for multiple sequels (aka, The 2020 Chronicles).

Amongst the Ruins

In the year 2220, only about 15% of Earth’s populations have survived the Nuclear Disaster of 2020.

After 200 years of genetic diseases and mutations, devastation, and survival, industry and military capacities have been virtually destructed and social systems have fallen. With the collapse of modern society, the population has regressed into eight clans.

Each clan was once a safe haven from the radiation and the lingering effects that still haunted the once strong steel cities. These clans provided support and assistance to those survivors. However, as the years passed by, many primal desires and behaviors resurfaced. Desiring power and authority over the others, the clans began to enter civil wars with the belief that their ideas were the best approach to rebuilding civilization.

During this current year 2220, the main clans have established themselves and surround their territory with their beliefs. The Alchemy, Magnus, Mehdia, and Aeon Clans have tried to establish peace between each other by putting treaty terms into place. Their goal is to halt the wars and prevent further life loss. The population is already too weak.

These terms have shaken many of the other clans that inhabit Earth, especially the most power hungry clan, Nodus. The realization has spread that if these four strong and different clans can work peaceful, then soon they would establish a union of rule. This would leave the non union clans susceptible to conquer.

Other clans simply worry if the will have a place or simply be eradicated. The Nigredo Clan is where all diseased and mutated humans have been shunned. The Nomadic Clan is a free spirited group of travelers who wander uninhibited territories. With their restless nature, they worry that they will have to conform.

Amidst the ruins of Earth, children are born as the future saviors. Women are worth more than gold in the eyes of most, with their ability to bring life back to the population. However, with this high pedestal come sacrifice, fear, and consequences for those who can bear children.

Shilo Nuri begins her life, born from her mother’s womanly consequence. Follow her journey, sacrifices and battles as she discovers the price that comes with being a woman amongst the ruins.

Lone Star 2010 Writing Contest

Holy crap...my nerves are shot. I just entered LIP into a writers competition (just the first 25 pages). I don't know exactly how well I will do and truly doubt that it will go far, but I am curious about the critique that the judges will provide me about the begining of the story and my writing style.

Here's to hoping that they don't completely trash my writing. *crossing fingers* All I ask for is just some constructive feedback. Ahhh....won't know anything until August.

Textnovel now running correctly.

Whew...after a long stretch, TextNovel.com has finally seemed to get the technical issues taken care of.

All chapters and stories are accessible.

Muwah! LIP will update no later than tomorrow.

Vegas Follows You Home Character Reference

For those who read Vegas on fanfiction, here is the character references:

Damon Patrick Knyght - Edward Anthony Cullen
Mildred Banks - Elizabeth Cullen (Edward's mother)
Damon Knyght Sr. - Edward Cullen Sr.
Heidi Knyght - Heidi Cullen (Hugh's mother)
Hugh Knyght - Carlisle Cullen (brother)
Scarlett Mason - Esme Platt

Olivia Jean Harlow - Isabella Marie Swan
Mercedes - Alice
Felicity - Rose
Owen - Jasper

Lydia (Felicity's girlfriend) - Emmett (I changed the character to a female for a reason yet to come)

Erik - Jacob/Jake

I may have forgotten some people. If you notice something hit the 0 on the polaroid at the top of the post and send me a message.

TextNovel.com

Textnovel is having technical issues right now. That is the reason for the 'chapter no longer available' message.

The stories are still there; however, they are saying that they won't have the site functional until tonight, perhaps tomorrow.

I'll try to keep the blog updated.

Update later.
Saewod

Cell Phone Novel.

I have a completed story, Once Upon A Graduation Party, which is a short story, and since I am intrigued by the 'cell phone - text novel' I am going to work on converting the story to a cell phone novel.

I am excited, since I have never done anything like this before. I think it will be great fun.

Vegas Follows You Home - is posted....

And...it has it's first newest chapter. YEAH!

Vegas Follows You Home

All Grown Up

All Grown Up is a complete story on Textnovel.com

Saewod's Writing: Live In Position - New Cover

Saewod's Writing: Live In Position - New Cover

Live In Position - New Cover

LIP - Reference for my friends from FanFiction

CHARACTER PREVIOUS NAME
Dr. Collin Bishop - Dr. Edward Cullen
Dr. Connor Bishop - Dr. Carlisle Cullen
Ilene Bishop - Elizabeth Cullen
Juliette - Esme
Allison Bishop - Bedford - Alice Cullen - Whitlock
Max Bishop - Emmett Cullen
Jonathan Bedford - Jasper Whitlock
Larissa Bishop - Rosalie Cullen

Sophia Ashwood - Isabella Swan
Miranda & Benji - Angela & Ben
Grace Gold - Irena
Victoria Bishop - Victoria Cullen

I believe that these are the main characters needed. If I missed someone, hit the comment button (the 0 on the polaroid at the top). Thanks

VFYH - Erik & Owen Inspirational Pictures

Erik (Olivia's ex) & Owen Donovan (Felicity's brother)

VFYH - Scarlett & Mildred Inspirational Pictures

Scarlett Manson (Hugh's fiance) & Mildred Banks-Knyght (Damon's mother)

VFYH - Damon Sr. & Heidi Inspiration Pictures

Damon Knyght Sr. & Heidi Knyght

VFYH - Sarah & Greg Inspiration Pictures

Sarah & Greg

VFYH - Damon & Hugh Inspiration Pictures

Damon Knyght & Hugh Knyght

VFYH - Mercedes & Felicity Inspiration Pictures

Mercedes Bennett & Felicity Dane

VFYH - Olivia & Alex Inspiration Pictures

Olivia Jean Harlow & Alexander Isaac Harlow

Vegas is closer than I thought...

Though LIP is not yet complete and still has some chapters to come; however, I seem to be more and more drawn to work on Vegas Follows You Home.

I've been playing with the cover for the story. Not sure if it will be the final one or not.

Some work still needs done, but it has begun.

Modern Arrangement

So, I couldn't resist. I had to start posting Modern Arrangement. I missed this story so much, so it is so great to read it and go through it again.

MODERN ARRANGEMENT


Prologue

Aidan sat with his Uncle Liam and Aunt Viola at yet another family funeral. It felt like only yesterday that he was sitting in this exact spot listening to the priest say the same heartfelt words about his parents while bagpipes played in the background. They always were a family true to their Irish heritage and traditions.

Eliza and Aidan Iverson II were both murdered in their home. It was a high profile case that spread across the news like wildfire. With Aidan as their only child his face became a household name as the mystery was solved and custody was established, which was that his father’s youngest brother Liam and his wife Viola would be Aidan’s guardians.

Aidan Iverson Senior (or the first) had chosen Aidan from the beginning as his ‘golden child’. While Aidan Senior showed all of his grandchildren love and kindness, everyone was well aware of the favoritism and fondness for Aidan. Aidan Sr. had long established that his grandson would take over AIS upon his death or retirement.

Aidan loved his grandfather and respected him for the majority of his life; however he became a rebellious teenager and even quite a cocky player through college and after. Aidan Sr. wanted him to be more serious about his life, business and personal; however, Aidan had gotten tired of being ‘told’ what to do. Though in business Aidan worked hard and was amazing in the media business.

Aidan III enraged his grandfather by showing up in gossip rags and websites, such as TMZ and Perez Hilton, with a multitude of different, less than wholesome, woman and getting into ‘unacceptable’ situations. His grandfather often made threats, but they never came to fruition.

Now his grandfather was gone and Aidan had some large shoes to fill as the sole heir to the family’s multibillion dollar company. After the burial the family gathered at his grandfather’s mansion. Immediate family was requested to sit in the library as the final requests of Aidan Iverson Senior were read.

Aidan sat once again between Liam and Viola. Vi held on to Aidan’s hand tightly. Mr. Devlin, the family attorney, stood at his grandfather’s large mahogany desk with folders, papers, and a small plastic case in front of him.

“First of all I would like to express my deepest condolences for your loss,” Devlin paused for a moment before he continued. “At the request of Mr. Iverson Senior we have a DVD that you are to watch after the will is read.”

Mr. Devlin proceeded to establish everyone’s ‘share’ of the inheritance. Most were receiving monetary inheritance or physical assets like property or cars. Liam and Viola were given a large sum of money and an Island. His cousin James Iverson acquired a monetary inheritance as well.

James and Aidan had gotten close when Aidan’s wild side had emerged. Though they were close, there was always competition between them; girls, possessions, cars, etc. James had also always envied that their grandfather had taken with Aidan above everyone else.

Mr. Devlin turned to Aidan and sighed.

“Your grandfather has made his intentions for you Aidan very clear; however, before his death he has made changes to his last will and testament.” Everyone in the room looked at Aidan and then the hushed voices started circling the family. Devlin cleared his throat.

“You are the sole heir to your grandfather’s home, possessions, AIS and to a large monetary inheritance on top of that.” He took a deep breath. “However, your grandfather has certain ‘conditions’ to your inheritance.” Mr. Devlin held out the DVD and Aidan took it.

“I don’t understand…” he spoke cautiously.

“You will need to watch the DVD.” Mr. Devlin stood and asked for everyone, except for Aidan to leave the room. Aidan asked Liam and Viola to stay with him, they did as he requested.

Aidan went to the large TV in the room and began the DVD.

Aidan Senior appeared before them and Aidan heard Viola sniffle. He sat down between them again and watched the video.

“Aidan my boy…if you are watching this then I have finally kicked the bucket!” His laughter filled the room. “Well, by now that swindler Devlin had told you about the inheritance and my ‘changes’” there was a large smirk on his face.
“Aidan, you know that I favored you, hell everyone knows it. Now I will tell you why.” Aidan straightened up. “You my boy are the exact image of your grandmother just as your father was.” Aidan felt Liam stiffen at his side.

“Well, it’s as simple as that.” He chuckled again. “Know my boy that I loved you as a son and have always wanted what was best for you.” Then he sighed heavily.

“Now on to the pressing bullshit,” Aidan Sr. put a glass of brown fluid to his mouth and took a gulp; everyone watching knowing that it was bourbon. “Aidan, you get my house, my possessions and my money to do with as you wish as long as that within a year from tomorrow you are married.”

Aidan choked and Liam and Viola gasped.

“Did he just say married?” Aidan looked at Devlin who looked ashamed. He simply nodded.

“Yes my boy…I said you have to get married!” Aidan’s head shot back to the screen as his grandfather laughed. “You always said that I couldn’t tell you about those harlots that you traipse around with, well my son, I beg to differ.” He leaned in toward the camera and smiled. “Now for the rest…”

“There’s more?” Aidan put his head in his hands and groaned.

“AIS, ah yes. You are a shark my boy, an excellent asset to the company, and I have to say that you have learned and even taught well; however, you still lack one thing that we all need in our lives.” Aidan Senior smiled and leaned back into his chair. “You will inherit AIS after you have married and have conceived an heir to the Iverson family fortune within the first year of marriage.”

Aidan baulked again and as Liam and Viola gasped again.

“You have to be kidding me,” Aidan shouted and threw himself back into the chair.

“You will have temporary custodianship of the company and the money during the first year, along with the board of directors; however, if you do not meet my ‘conditions’ at the given times, then the house and money will be dissolved and distributed, and AIS will fall into the hands of the board.” Aidan Senior’s face got very serious as he raised his glass to the camera, took a long drink, slammed the glass down, and then spoke. “Do me proud my boy!” The screen went blank.

Aidan sat in shock.

“Um…Aidan, we have to go over the details of these conditions” Mr. Devlin interrupted as he headed back to the mahogany desk.

“There is more?” Aidan asked incredulously as he turned to Devlin.

“Well, it’s more just the details to your grandfather’s conditions,” Mr. Devlin looked up over a folder that he now held in his hands. “You know that your grandfather was a stickler for details” Devlin grinned.

“Yeah I know.” Aidan growled.

“Like grandson like grandfather?” Devlin smirked.

“Let’s get this over with,” Aidan groaned. ”Apparently I’ll have to go out and propose to someone tonight!” he growled.

Live In Position - Editor's Choice!!!!!

The awesome team at Textnovel.com has selected Live In Position as an Editor's choice selection!

I am so thrilled and honored that they have taken notice of one of my favorite stories that I have ever started writing.

Thanks to everyone who has joined me on Textnovel and has supported LIP.

I can't thank you all enough!

Last Fanfiction.

I posted the final piece of fanfiction that I wrote for a contest. Since it never made it to my fanfic profile, I decided to put it on here.

Red. Red. Black.

What Happens In Vegas Follows You Home - update

So, I was inspired to begin the early stages of working on this story. It was just something that I couldn't fight any longer.

I'm not saying that it will come soon, because I have quite a few things that I am still deciding upon. For example:

- I am working out the new names and possibly new locations in the story.

- Character inspiration just hasn't come to me yet. I usually look around online at different pictures of people that resemble the idea of the character in my head.

- I have also been playing with the idea of writing my first 'third person' narrative for this story. I haven't done it before, but I have this urge to try it out. I'm not sure though...it would be a large task to take on, but...we will have to wait and see.

- There are also some new ideas that have come to me that would make some changes to the storyline.

- And finally, I am playing with a new title. Not too far from the original, but something new. My current preferred title: 'Vegas Follows You Home'.


Just a small update for those that are interested.

Thanks to all.

LIP - New Chapters Coming....

So after Chapter 21 the new chapters of LIP will begin. I want to thank everyone that has read, viewed, voted, and commented on the story.

I hope that all of the 'new' chapters will have been worth your wait.

Thanks.
Sae

LIP - Currently updated

I have the newest updates of LIP (Live In Position) posted through chapter 6.

I'm excited because I have a new chapter that will be included in the midst of the currently written chapters. I have also been working on the never before been written/seen/read chapters. :o)

Again, super thanks to everyone who has decided to follow me to TextNovel. I am really glad that I decided to work on LIP.

Fallen Star - Now Complete

Fallen Star is now complete on TextNovel.com.

Yeah!!

Super thanks to everyone who viewed, read, commented, voted, and/or subscribed to the story.

Muwah!!! Luv and kisses.

Live In Position - Cover and Summary

Twenty five year old Sophia Ashwood, part time nanny and childcare worker, has just graduated college and is ready to write the next best seller; however, she needs a full time job that is flexible enough for her to fullfill her dream.

During her decision making process Sophia's friend Miranda, current live in nanny for the Bishop family, suggests that she change her placement status to full-time, live-in availablity. Miranda is positive that Sophia could find a great placement and be able to use any spare time to work on her writing.

Neither girl realizes that both of their lives are about to turn into completely different directions when Miranda's fiance proposes.

Miranda must leave behind the Bishop home and worst six year old Victoria Bishop, but who better to step in than her best friend Sophia?

Sophia is excited, but can she handle the lifestyle of the high society family, the intense schedule of a high society six year old, and the coldness of an absent father? She will soon find out just how much she can withstand for a beautiful six year old red haired girl.

Foreword/Preface

It seems you can do most anything;
You're the master of every task.
You're a dependable source of comfort;
You're my cushion when I fall.
You help in times of trouble;
You support me whenever I call.
I love you more than you know;
You have my total respect.
If I had my choice of mothers,
You'd be the one I'd select!

By Joanna Fuchs

Live In Position - Posted

I have started reworking of LIP (Live In Postion). Of course it is only chapter one so far and it will take some time for me to work out the rest of the chapters. I have some new plans for the story.

I'm not necessarily changing the story, but I plan to add some new 'scenes' that were not in the original fic.

Character Inspiration - Maxwell and Larissa Bishop

Maxwell (Max) and Larissa (Rissa) Bishop

Max: 32, brother to Collin and Allison
Larissa: 31

Character Inspiration - Allison and Jonathan Bedford

Allison and Jonathan Bedford

Allison: 27, mother of twin boys

Jonathan: Lawyer, married Allison Bishop

Character Inspiration - Grace Gold

Age: 33

Biological Mother of Victoria Bishop

Aspiring actress/model

Character Inspiration - Victoria Bishop

Age: 6

Private School
Daughter of Dr. Collin Bishop and Grace Gold

Character Inspiration - Doctor Collin Bishop

Age: 33
Occupation: Surgeon and absent father

Collin has green eyes and more reddish/bronzed hair

Character Inspiration - Sophia Ashwood

Age: 25
Occupation: Nanny - Aspiring Writer

Live In Position

It is now getting much more attention, since I have finished the 3rd round of editing with Fallen Star. I'm working on a 'cover' image for the story as well as editing and adding some new parts to the first couple of chapters.

Right now I am estimating that I may be able to get, at least, the first new chapter posted to textnovel by Monday.

*Oh...I am also working on the inspiration photos for my characters as well.

The Live In Position - Redo

I am currently working on updating LIP, at least the chapters that I already have completed. From there I will have to work on finishing the story. My original ideas were there, but now that I have decided to rework this story it has opened up many possibilities for me.

For those who read LIP on fanfiction, prepare for some changes and adjustments to characters and appearances. (Do not fear...Intense Green eyes is staying!)

Okay, so I hope to begin posting to textnovel soon, as well as some of the inspiration pictures that I use when writing. Perhaps I'll include my playlist for this story as well.

Thanks for hanging in there.

Character Inspiration - Jimmy Monroe

BASSIST: 'The Forgotten'

This is as close to Jimmy as I could get. However, Jimmy has both ears pierced, tattoos, and black streaks under his hair.

Character Inspiration - Serena Ryder

DRUMMER: 'Hushed Mentality'

Sister to Mia, mother to Ryan, and drummer for 'Hushed Mentality'. This is pretty close to Serena. Though I see her hair a little more vivid red and she has a sleeve tattoo on her left arm.

Character Inspiration - Jackson Shaw

GUITARTIST: 'The Forgotten'

I can't give you much for Jackson either; however, this is pretty close to his hair and facial features as I could get.

Keep in mind that Jackson has a decent amount of tattoos and some reach his neck. His left brow is pierced with a barbell and he had two large diamonds in each lobe. Also, Jackson is 7 foot 8 inches tall. He is a very tall boy. :o)

Character Inspiration - Elliott Owens

DRUMMER: 'The Forgotten'

So, I couldn't really find a pic that truly encompasses Elliott. Benji Madden was as close as I could get to my imagined character.

Elliott is much larger, muscularly, and has gauges in his ears. (Those are just some of the differences.)

Character Inspiration - Kat Parker

GUITARIST: 'Hushed Mentality'

So, where you see the darker blonde/brown, thats purple for my girl Kat. You also have to imagine the tattoo that is on her arm.

Character Inspiration - Laney Carter

BASS GUITARIST: 'Hushed Mentality'

This picture is almost Laney to a perfect T. It was a little unsettling when I found this, because she was so much like the Laney in my head. All she needed was darker hair and a few small adjustments.

Character Inspiration - Mia Ryder

SINGER: 'Hushed Mentality'

Mia has very dark brown eyes (almost black), not blue. She also has a small diamond piercing on the right side of her nose.

Also included is an example of the tattoo that is similar to hers.

Character Inspiration - Christopher Mason

SINGER: 'The Forgotten'

You have to give Chris viper bite piercings in his lower lip, a tongue piercing, and he has black-blue hair.

Included is an example of his tattoos, though they also cover his chest and lower on his arms.

Fallen Star - Cover Art

Fallen Star - Currently on TextNovel.com

Story Summary

Christopher Mason is the lead singer of The Forgotten, an extremely popular rock band. He has a reputation for being 'difficult' and distaste for all girl bands.

Enter Mia Ryder the head strong lead singer of Hushed Mentality. This all girl rock band is on the rise in the music world and is opening for The Forgotten, not at the request or approval of Chris. He has a plan for their removal.

However, Chris has a dark past and a secret. He struggles with the past that he tries to forget as the date approaches. The ghosts trapped in his memory refuse to go away and so does Mia.

Mia will either watch him fall or maybe, just maybe, catch him.

Foreword/Preface  [ Author: V.S.T.]

Falling star, or shooting star, is the common name for the visible path of a meteoroid as it enters the atmosphere to become a meteor. If a falling star survives impact with the Earth's surface, then it is called a meteorite. (Wikipedia)