Wednesday, April 2, 2014

IWSG, B is for Basement





First Wednesday of the Month


As the first Wednesday of the month, this is Insecure Writer’s Support Group day as well as April’s A to Z. In respect of your time, I promise I’ll keep it brief. Right now I’m really not feeling insecure about anything. Not that I’m suddenly an Amazon bestseller, I’m not. It’s more that I’ve decided I love the books I write. I love the story, love the characters, and sometimes that’s enough.
April 2014







For this year’s A to Z, I will be doing a collection of flash fiction featuring Steven, the MC from Blackbird, from right before he came to Newstead through his first year there.  

B is for Basement
I’ve always been real good at waking up to the slightest sound, which has gotten me out of my fair share of scrapes over the years. This morning is no different.
My eyes open just as Jason’s getting ready to come down, so by the time he opens the basement door, I’m already dressed with my backpack slung over my shoulder.
He flinches slightly, seeing me at the foot of the stairs. For some reason seeing me there always surprises him. “Steven--good--you’re up. It’s time.”
I nod. Time. Time for me to get the hell out of his house before his mom gets home.
“See you in school,” I call on my way out.


I am giving out review copies of Blackbird through Story Cartel, in exchange for Amazon Reviews (And blog reviews would be great, too) before it’s official release date on May 1st. Just a note—this story is very dark, so read with caution.  You can get your copy here  Also, Story Cartel is doing a big giveaway of its own this month, so signing up for a review of any book featured there puts your name in that pot.
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19 comments:

  1. Feeling secure is a good place to be once in a while!
    Hiding out at his friend's house - sneaky.

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  2. look forward to reading more! best of luck in the challenge :)

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  3. Once again, got me hooked. You are the queen of short shorts!

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  4. It's always a huge plus to like your own books, and to be happy with that. Good sentiment.

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  5. I like the short and sweet flash fiction idea. Nice work!

    A to Z: deborahdera.com and writingforpeanuts.com

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  6. Glad you are feeling secure. I always find basements a little creepy.

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  7. Hi, Melanie...

    Nice little snippet... Looking forward for me. Don't forget to drop by my blog today.... I featured BLACKBIRD> I hope you like your intro!

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  8. It generated a way of nostalgia in me :D School time!

    Richa

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  9. I'm so glad to hear you are feeling secure. That makes me happy! It's also very encouraging.

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  10. Hi, Melanie. It's great to hear you have no insecurities. Keep it up with loving your novels!

    Happy A to Z-ing! from Laura Marcella @ Wavy Lines

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  11. Melanie, I'm not into "dark" stories, but I'm loving your flashes!
    Blessings,
    Linda

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  12. I write dark - have fun on May 1!

    Enjoy the A to Z Challenge
    Bridging Sorrow

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  13. Oh, that's a very curious little snippet. I want to read more of this one.

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  14. Great to hear you're loving your writing and what you're doing. It's nice to see lots of folks this month in a good place. :) Great little snippet!

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  15. It's great to hear that you love your books and your characters. That always gives stories more authenticity, I think. Good luck with your A-Z challenge!

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  16. Another great little short. I was so impressed by your flash fiction last year. I'm sure you'll surpass it this year.

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  17. Cute lil story!! Looking forward to rest of your posts!

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