*This is a one-and-done story. If you're interested in "Jacob Howe's Body," then keep an eye on the Novels and Novellas category. It'll turn up there.* ************** "Faith is an island in the setting sun. Proof is the bottom line for everyone." Paul Simon, Proof. ** "They're about to surrender." "I was just going to say that. About to, but not yet. It...
DAENERYS The morning after Dany's first night with Lucas, after they broke fast, she was taken by him down into the city proper, where he found a 'septon,' a priest who followed the Faith of the Seven. Then, after a pouch of coin exchanged hands, the septon took them to a small chamber with an altar. Dany wore a long cloak that Lucas had instructed her to w...
Thanks to Dyros who continues editing with an instructor's touch. ***** Connor led Ella through the house and up the stairs to the cries of his waiting sons. As soon as they saw their father, their expressions immediately changed from terror to smiles. Ella watched them acknowledge her presence as though they knew something had changed. With efficient s...
1876, the month of May. Sugar Plum, Texas, population who cares, 3 just recently though. Ghost Town in the year 2021... "RIDERS COMIN'. RIDERS COMIN'. " "Calm yerself Boy. I can see that for myself." Deputy Ira Grennen narrows his eyes to pierce the distance, stepping down from the towns creaking boardwalk for a better look. Coming from the local mercant...
In her best-selling biography, Polly Tarantella makes clear that she ranks the most significant days of Crystal Passion's life as those from when she arrived at JFK airport until her fateful last day on American soil. It's probably not surprising that an American writer asserts that Crystal's few weeks in America should be her most important. Although Polly...
First: (1) All the characters in this story are 21 years of age or older. (2) This story is intended for adults only. (3) Unlike the real world where it's important to know who your sexual partner is and to practice safe sex, in all of my fictional tales, no one has any sexually transmitted diseases. (4) In the world of fantasy your proclivities are just tha...
*Author's Note: Any and all persons engaging in any sexual activity are at least eighteen years of age. Dennis Dumas fought hard to keep the annoyance out of his voice as he wished Babette Babineaux a good night. He double-checked the alarm, then locked the front door of DeGarde National Bank then hurried to his car. "Damned ignorant bitch," Dennis tho...
IX o0o Edinburgh, Scotland (newly part of the United Kingdom) 1710 Even though Edinburgh was emerging as a banking center, its sheer population density led it to being one of the most overcrowded cities in Europe, and naturally, there was an almost innumerable amount of people living in, or near poverty. A large part of the urban center was made of teneme...
A nautical romance of gender politics and the Flying Dutchman, as well as a short intermission in which the cast of characters perform a musical composition of their own devising. Having been some days in preparation, a splendid time is guaranteed for all. etc." I. ODD GIRLS AT SEA Getting laid while 3200 miles out at sea, especially somewhere in the icy d...
Many thanks to Greowulf for his wonderful editing. ***** The next couple of days went by without any further progress in their investigation. Sherry was tied up incorporating feedback and edits for her new storyline, but in the evenings she would be beside Stella in the hospital. Even after her discharge it was decided that Stella will not be left alone....