Jm Paquette

As a writer, I like to think I know everything about my characters and the world they inhabit. But do I? I certainly don't always recall those details-and definitely not when I need them most. Cue the dive down an internet rabbit hole for the next hour instead of continuing to write my draft. There's a time for writing, and there's a time for worldbuilding-and they aren't the same Use this book to build your world in all its glory, so that the next time those townsfolk are suspicious of strangers, you know what happened the last time they trusted someone who walked into town from the world beyond. Just imagine, when you sit down to write, already knowing the answers to questions like: What is that song on the radio at the bar? How long does it take to drive from Town A to Town B? Who established that law about bathtubs in the street? Where is the best place to get a burger in this town? When did that family take over the monarchy? Tackling everything from creation myths and cultural practices to building relationships and measuring time, this worldbuilding guide has the questions and activities you need to help you craft a believable world for your story.

As a writer, I like to think I know everything about my characters and the world they inhabit. But do I? I certainly don't always recall those details-and definitely not when I need them most. Cue the dive down an internet rabbit hole for the next hour instead of continuing to write my draft. There's a time for writing, and there's a time for worldbuilding-and they aren't the same Use this book to build your world in all its glory, so that the next time those townsfolk are suspicious of strangers, you know what happened the last time they trusted someone who walked into town from the world beyond. Just imagine, when you sit down to write, already knowing the answers to questions like: What is that song on the radio at the bar? How long does it take to drive from Town A to Town B? Who established that law about bathtubs in the street? Where is the best place to get a burger in this town? When did that family take over the monarchy? Tackling everything from creation myths and cultural practices to building relationships and measuring time, this worldbuilding guide has the questions and activities you need to help you craft a believable world for your story.

"What does it mean then? Being friends with a demon?" Now in possession of the mysterious dagger, Sylvia expected her vampire boyfriend Theo to help her discover the secrets of the ancient artifact. But when Theo abandons her to answer his Maker's call, she is left to depend on the only reliable person in her life: the demon Pilkington. Unlike Sylvia, Pilkington has always known what he desires, but more than anything, he wants his human friend to be happy-even if that means watching her fight for the love of another man. He's still a demon, though-and certainly not above tempting Sylvia's heart as their bond grows deeper over the long nights chasing clues about the weapon's powers. When a chance encounter with a witch reveals Pilkington's secret, Sylvia must face the questions of her past to find her future. Between dangerous old foes, threatening new enemies, and an unexpected love triangle, she must decide where she belongs in this strange new world-and who she wants to keep close.

Hannah's thirst is growing... When Hannah van Kreeosk fled her father's castle, she thought that finding a willing meal would be the worst of her problems. A natural born vampire, she never expected an attack that would leave her wounded and in need of protection. The handsome Rory Tallerin proves a tempting way to spend her time while she recovers. Dark Secrets: Unfortunately, Hannah's past isn't far behind her, and not everyone in Rory's band of survivors is what they appear. Between running from goblins and hiding from her father's dedicated magician, the last thing Hannah needs is another knife in her back. As her desire for Rory grows, Hannah learns that the conflict in her heart may prove to be the more troubling wound. A Tempting Elf: When forced to choose between the overwhelming demands of her body and the foolishly sentimental desire in her heart, Hannah must discover her true nature.

"Who knows? Maybe you'll meet some sexy Viking and bear him many children "The tickets to Viking Times were supposed to be a friendly joke-a way for Sylvia and her boyfriend to reconnect while indulging in her love for history. But when Sylvia finds herself single by the night of the show, she goes anyway, never expecting to be involved in, let alone rescued, from a demon attack. Her savior? A sexy red-headed Viking warrior, who (surprise ) also happens to be a vampire. Theo knows he wants her blood from the moment he lays eyes on her, but as he explores the mystery surrounding the girl, he wonders if he wants more. Struggling between his bloodlust and her pursuers, Theo must decide if Sylvia is the one to finally invite into his life. Between a disappointing ex-boyfriend, a disappearing best friend, and sordid childhood trauma, apparently Sylvia doesn't have enough problems She has to up the ante and include the supernatural (vampires, demons, and witches, oh my ). As she falls deeper into a frighteningly familiar world, Sylvia discovers that she can't accept her future without confronting her past.

A New Beginning: Hannah Tallerin was sure that all of her problems were over. No longer a vampire, her soul tethered to a mortal body, she was finally free from her old life and content to be with her beloved Rory, the two of them building a perfectly normal mortal life, the life she'd been dreaming of. An Unexpected Arrival: But when the original owner of the body wakes up, Hannah turns to her oldest friend for answers. As the voice in her head gets more insistent, her once-betrothed offers his help. Hannah knows that any aid from Klauden comes at a price, the cost of which may be more than she can pay, and soon she will have to decide how far she is willing to go for the one she loves. A Final Battle: The battle for her soul has begun, but when the real enemies arrive, Hannah realizes she will have to fight for her body as well.

Enjoy some stories from in-between the Klauden's Ring Saga." Blood Journal" shows the reason why Hannah has to leave her father's castle. "The Warrior" tells what happened when Rory went to Firene during the events of Klauden's Ring. "The River" explores Hannah's adjustment to her new body in this story before Solyn's Body. "Old Friends and New Business" introduces new characters who appear in Hannah's Heart.

A selection of micro analyses from 1990 to nowadays on the variations between the seven versions of The Song of Roland.

The Ink Slingers Guild started a tradition in 2012 with their first book of short stories, Beyond the Threshold. In 2013 Into the Abyss was released and we're excited to bring you our third book, On the Verge. Our collections of short stories are based on the writing exercise done at every ISG meeting. The exercise is to have three members each pick one word and then everyone has five minutes to compose a story that must include the chosen words. As with any creative outlet, members take each other into new worlds the way only writers can. For the annual book, ISG member-only authors may take as long as they like to create their anthology story as long as it is kept to approximately 10,000 words and contains the chosen words for the year. The words that were chosen this year were: * Destiny* Rogue* Sarcasm Each story is a journey created just for you, so sit back and enjoy as the Ink Slingers Guild keeps you On the Verge of your seat