By now, Colleen has hopefully shaken off the long road trip, had time to stretch her legs, and started to put things in order. It's an exciting time, starting a new adventure. It's safe to say we're all eager to learn about this new chapter and hear all the stories when she returns to the helm. In… Continue reading Busted – A Short Story
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Breathing life into your characters
I’ve been thinking a lot about role models and how they influence a writer’s work; the ways this translates to our readers. There’s a reason writers become invested in their characters, why they often refer to them as real; a living, breathing part of the world as they know it. They have a history, complex… Continue reading Breathing life into your characters
Consumed: A Short Story
Happy Halloween, everyone. I convinced Colleen to let me post a spooky story today, and hope you all enjoy it. Whatever you're doing; spending time with friends, attending a party, travelling across the country (we're thinking of you, Colleen), working, relaxing - have a great day and stay safe. Matthew I pressed my hand over Cindy’s mouth… Continue reading Consumed: A Short Story
My Step Mother’s House
My step mother’s house in Milwaukee, Wisconsin was a dark-red brick house with ivy growing all over, which colored the house according to the seasons. In fall, the house blared out in wild hues of red, copper, and orange ivy leaves. In winter, the house seemed stark, naked. In spring and summer, deep green leaves… Continue reading My Step Mother’s House
My Step Mother’s House
My step mother’s house in Milwaukee, Wisconsin was a dark-red brick house with ivy growing all over, which colored the house according to the seasons. In fall, the house blared out in wild hues of red, copper, and orange ivy leaves. In winter, the house seemed stark, naked. In spring and summer, deep green leaves… Continue reading My Step Mother’s House
Colleen M. Chesebro 