Hello and welcome, friends! Today (December 6, 2024) marks the release of A Beacon Amidst Shadows!
I was fortunate to be chosen among a group of talented writers to participate in this exciting project. About six months ago, I gathered my gumption and entered a contest by the good folks at Three Ravens Publishing. I’m not one for short stories, but I have explored short plays and thought it couldn’t be much different. I wasn’t wrong there, but it did feel different. A little more approachable, less daunting, and much easier to organize!
My story within tells the tale of a solitary witch and a bumbling knight. Our duo meet on a stormy evening amidst unlikely circumstances. During the encounter, they discover friendship and uncover a new purpose in a tale of whimsical magic at a coastal lighthouse.
In discovering the story, I was able to convey, albeit in a shortened glimpse, a bit of what often brings my words to life: strange circumstances, characters with unpredictable and sometimes irrational motivations, and above all, hope—hope that there will be a happy ending despite the madness the world can sometimes bring.
I hope it brings you as much joy in the reading as I had in the writing. You can find the book here and follow me on Substack or Instagram.
Until next time – I’ll leave you with a glimpse of the beautiful Pacific Northwest – the place I call home.
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