Author Archives: John W. Howell
Thursday – A Little Personal – Twiggy and Lucy Take Time.
“so, what’s up today, Little One?” “I thought we could take a stroll in the garden. The rain has refreshed everything.” “That sounds like a great idea.” “Well, you have to consider the source.” “Speaking of that. You are not the usual source of a cultural experience.” “Yeah, I know. I just thought it would […]
Cover Reveal and Volunteer Request – The Last Drive – a Sequel to Eternal Road – #newbook
The Last Drive, a sequel to Eternal Road, is finally done and ready to go to print. Here is the blurb. In the sequel to Eternal Road, Sam and James are reunited to look for two souls, Ryan and Eddie. Ryan was killed in Afghanistan, trying to avoid a schoolyard with his crippled plane. […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Kreative Kue # 385 by Keith Channing
In Keith’s words. “Using this photo as inspiration, write a short story, flash fiction, scene, poem; anything, really; even just a caption for the photograph. Either put your offering (or a link to it) in a comment or email it to me at keithchanning@gmail.com before Sunday evening UK time. If you post it on your […]
Top Ten Things Not to Do When Your Significant Other is Out of Town
This post originally ran on October 24, 2016. Since our significant others still leave, I think it is still relevant. I hope you enjoy it. * * * The inspiration for this list was a traveling Producer two weeks ago. She was visiting the youngest for an extended weekend. I say the inspiration […]
Views of the Neighborhood – Concert in the Park
Today we are going to a concert in the park in Lakeway. The Band of the Hills which is a community band for all ages is having a concert in the park. We are being catered by Buffalina Due pizza of Austin. Our entertainment is Chicago. Menu marinara – tomato, garlic, oregano. margherita – tomato, […]
Steam of Consciousness Saturday – Prompt “Favorite Word”
Looking at the coffee machine does not help hurry the process. No matter how much caffeine is needed, the machine has its own timetable. Probably on the COVID relief suppliment plan, is my thought. Yes. Finally, the aromatic brew begins its dribble from the twin spouts. The cup is at long last filled, and […]
Friday JohnKu – AKA -TGIF -Fri-Yay/Good News
Today’s Good News Story comes from The Dodo. Here it is in its entirety. * * * Florida Rescue Fills Bus With Lost Animals Left Behind After Hurricane “It’s just heartbreaking on so many levels By Maeve Dunigan Published on 10/28/2022 at 2:49 PM In the aftermath of Hurricane Ian late last month, families […]
Thursday – A Little Personal – Lucy and Twiggy Outside
“Where you going, Little One?” “I’m going to the wilderness.” “The wilderness. Where’s that?” “No dog’s land around the corner.” “Hey, wait for me. That could be dangerous.” “Hurry up then. An adventure awaits.” “Okay, keep talking to me, so I know you’re safe.” “Everything is fine. So far, so good.” “You sure everything’s […]
Guest Post – Jan Sikes – Saddled Hearts Blog Tour & Giveaway: Saddled Hearts by Jan Sikes #NewRelease #RomanticSuspense #HorseSanctuary #Rodeo @JanSikes3 @wildrosepress
I am happy to welcome Fellow Story Empire colleague and friend Jan Sikes to Fiction Favorites. She has a new book and is here to tell us about it. So the blog is yours, Jan. Thank you, John, for offering your blog to promote my new book, Saddled Hearts. I am excited to be here […]
Tuesday – Anything Possible – Kreative Kue # 384
In Keith’s words. “Using this photo ( below) as inspiration, write a short story, flash fiction, scene, poem; anything, really; even just a caption for the photograph. Either put your offering (or a link to it) in a comment or email it to me at keithchanning@gmail.com before Sunday evening UK time. If you post it […]
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