Category Archives: writing

New story out in Kaleidotrope

Posted on January 10, 2014 by Kristin

My story “City of the Dying Sun” is now out in the current issue of Kaleidotrope.  Click on the link to read it!  It’s set in the same world as the novel I’ve been working on forever, but takes place … Continue reading →

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Some evidence that anyone can learn to write fiction

Posted on June 13, 2013 by Kristin

Presented to you in its unvarnished glory*, as it originally appeared in my 5th grade yearbook, the very first fantasy story I ever wrote.  I was 9 or 10. The Fairy Princess Two new people had come to our school.  … Continue reading →

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When to Self-Publish

Posted on May 3, 2013 by Kristin

I  have to disagree with some of author Dean Wesley Smith’s conclusions about short fiction publishing, in his article “When to Mail Short Fiction To Traditional Publishers”. First, he argues that there are only 4 or 5 science fiction magazines worth … Continue reading →

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Part Nine of “The Guild of Swordsmen”

Posted on April 5, 2013 by Kristin

The ninth and final installment of my novella “The Guild of Swordsmen” is now up at Silver Blade.  This is the first time I’ve had a story serialized, so it’s been fun seeing each successive part come out (even though … Continue reading →

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Part Eight of “The Guild of Swordsmen”

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Kristin

In which Lida bends the rules, somewhat. Only one more installment to go!

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Part Seven of “The Guild of Swordsmen”

Posted on March 1, 2013 by Kristin

Featuring His Divine Majesty the Emperor Valtseharu Tahevas, Fifteenth of that Name.  Plus more swordfighting action from Lida.

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Part Six of “The Guild of Swordsmen”

Posted on February 19, 2013 by Kristin

In which the day of the Imperial Guard contest has, at long last, arrived.

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Part Five of “The Guild of Swordsmen”

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Kristin

In which the authorities respond to last night’s tavern brawl. But are they genuinely concerned about one more bar fight in a restless city?  Or is Lida being singled out for some other reason? Click here to find out.

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Part Four of “The Guild of Swordsmen”

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Kristin

In which we learn what some of Merolliay’s “friends” think about the Imperial Guard contest, and what they want him to do about it. Again, at Silver Blade.

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Read “Clear Skies in Pixieland” for free

Posted on January 11, 2013 by Kristin

For a limited time, I’ve added “Clear Skies in Pixieland” to the Free Fiction page.  Enjoy!  (You can still purchase the Kindle edition here for $1.29 if you prefer that format.)

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