Sunday Snippet

 

 

 

New month ~ new story.

Today I am sharing another snippet from my short Valentine story,

Queen of Diamonds,

which is part of a fifteen author

Astraea Press Anthology

This week's snippet carries on from last week

 

“Do you realise how busy I am next week? I have three children’s birthday parties, an engagement bash, a baby shower, and a massive Valentine party to organise for Aila Metaxas on the14^th, Friday night. And before then,” she added before Ritchie could interrupt, “I have my normal weekend rush of venues to deal with starting this afternoon with a fiftieth wedding anniversary.” Sybil stalked into the pocket-sized kitchen, dug a bottle of cool water from the fridge, and, unscrewing the bottle cap, stalked back again. “I don’t have time to play some stupid game of poker with this Culley just because you and your buddies think it’s cool to ‘play for the girl.’”

 

 

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Love and Diamonds ~ 15 authors - 15 short stories

Astraea Press Valentine’s Day Short Story Anthology

A challenge was made: write a short story of around 5000 words that incorporates love and diamonds. Using their varied talents and creativity, fifteen Astraea Press authors were up for the task.

These are their stories…

Sherry Gloag “Queen of Diamonds”Will Sybil's future be determined by diamonds?

Sherry Gloag writes to The Heart of Romance http://sherrygloagtheheartofromance.blogspot.co.uk/

Patricia Kiyono “Operation Rhombus”

Can a forgetful math teacher find the right formula for love?Patty is a retired elementary teacher who likes to write about the places she's visited. http://patriciakiyono.com

Heather Gray “Even When It Hurts”

Will he help her...even when it hurts?

Heather loves coffee, her family, God, and writing - not necessarily in that order. http://www.heathergraywriting.com

Kathy Bosman “The Engagement Ring”

Could the object of Rosalee’s pain bring hope and healing?

Kathy writes tender romance in Africa. http://www.kathybosman.com

Jennifer Rae Gravely “Love and Diamonds"

He struck out the first time.

Jennifer writes sweet Southern romance and coaches volleyball, her teams having won 5 state titles in South Carolina. www.facebook.com/JenniferRaeGravely

J. L. Salter “No Love, No Diamonds: The Story I Couldn’t Write”

Is that muscular man digging a mysterious hole next door just a distraction from Susan’s romantic story submission deadline, or could handsome Randy be her story?

Novelist; poet; retired librarian; veteran; former photo-journalist; husband; father; grandfather http://www.amazon.com/J.L.-Salter/e/B00D4F1YTE/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1390835362&sr=1-1

Amy Mullen “The Flood”

Sparks fly as the water rises.

Amy Mullen dreams of castles, knights, and interesting ladies - and the writes stories about them. www.authoramymullen.com

Vivian Roycroft “Treasure Hunt”

Men don't do romance worth a hoot. Women don't do adventure…, that is, not until challenged.

Vivian Roycroft is a pseudonym for historical fiction and adventure writer J. Gunnar Grey. And if she's not careful, her pseudonymous pseudonym will have its own pseudonym soon, too. http://taketwoonromance.weebly.com/vivians-blog.html

Liz Botts “Delusions of Love”

Love can make you crazy.

Liz writes YA and adult contemporary romance while homeschooling her three kids in Northern Illinois. www.lizbotts.com

Zanna Mackenzie “One Of These Days”Is losing something precious about to turn Megan’s world upside down?

Zanna writes contemporary, escapist romance, designed to make you smile. www.zannamackenzie.blogspot.co.uk

E.A. West “The Heart of Africa”Diamonds are a girl's best friend... unless they’re bloody.

E.A. West is an author providing journeys of hope, one story at a time. http://eawest.mcphitty.com

Brenda Maxfield “Meet Me in the Copy Room”

Beware when your ex returns to charm you!

Brenda Maxfield writes smart and sassy teen reads. http://www.brendamaxfield.com

Kelly Martin “The Best Catch”

One man. His Boat. And the woman of his dreams.

Kelly Martin writes dark inspirational YA fiction. https://www.facebook.com/KellyMartinAuthor

Kristine Cheney “Facets of the Heart”

A Jewel Heist had Never Gone So...Right

Kristine Cheney is a best-selling author of contemporary & inspirational romance www.kristinecheney.com

Nicole Zoltack “All for Love”

Can revenge ever bring back your love?

Nicole Zoltack writes speculative romances for young adults to adults. http://www.facebook.com/AuthorNicoleZoltack

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You'll be spoilt for choice.
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Available from:

Amazon link:  http://www.amazon.com/Love-Diamonds-Amy-Mullen-ebook/dp/B00I9MR450/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1391650603&sr=1-1&keywords=love+and+diamonds+astraea+press

Barnes and Noble link: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/love-and-diamonds-amy-mullen/1118579691?ean=2940148209317

Astraea Press link: http://www.astraeapress.com/#!/~/product/category=662245&id=33481096

And other online outlets.

Love and Diamnonds - A Valentine Anthology

 

Like a diamond there are many sides to writing. And participate in writing, for Astraea Press's Valentine Anthology, with 14 other fabulous, and best-selling authors, for Love and Diamonds has been awesome... and I use that word with care.

 

As those who follow my blog will know, I am part of another writing group who offer weekly stories/scenes/snippets from larger, longer stories that are generated by a single word prompt. (Simply scroll back and read any post with 'TT' in the title.) 

 

Well, writing for this anthology was much the same. It brings out a camaraderie and fun of its own. Each author has their own interpretation of their prompt and for this anthology the title, Love and Diamonds, was our prompt.

 

Each author has written their own story, and by scanning their titles I have to say I am so looking forward to reading the other stories.

 

If you want to know more about Love and Diamonds and the 14 other authors, please head on over to Karen King's blog where my heroine, Sybil, from Queen of Diamonds, pestered me for more details.

Now Available at:

Amazon  Amazon UK Astraea Press