Short story done!


I was double booked this weekend, so finished the short story (it is 5000 words, rough draft) and stacked the wood my husband cut at our recreational property. A great weekend!

Short story started


Have about 1000 words so far (the first scene). A bit frustrated at all the other things on my plate that keep delaying getting more done–but am persevering!

The Galaxy Project–Robert Silverberg


I won a contest! My novella, “Lucy,” and a story by Robert Walton, were selected by a stellar group of judges–Robert Silverberg, David Drake and Barry Malzberg. The prize is $1000 and online publication–I’m breathless!

Lots happening


Got the story edited for OnSPEC and the chapter for Edge–have a new chapter to edit for them now! Took a couple of days to hike with my sister and saw some spectacular scenery. Perfect weather. Did a little over 50 k in 4 days, with a total of about 5000 ft elevation gain and loss. Some sore muscles, but good food and a good visit with my sister. AND I thought of another short story idea! Wow, and I still don’t have my last short story (that was workshopped) edited…

And, got my hotel room for World Fantasy, coming up in a little over a month!