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The Bones of Barrow Mire

The Bones of Barrow Mire

The Bones of Barrow Mire

 

 -I am really obsessed with this author's ear and cadence. The word choice in this story alone feels kind of inimitably beautiful, like an authorial calling card  

-There's a profound sense of both coziness and aptitude in much of the prose here - it's lyrical, precise, and compelling. I could read prose like this for hours 

Beneath the Willow

The Bones of Barrow Mire

The Bones of Barrow Mire

 

 This story has a simple elegance, commanding respect and reverence. Your words and pacing are crafted exceptionally well.  

The River's Daughter

The Bones of Barrow Mire

The River's Daughter

 

 This story is gorgeously written and tugs at the heart. It has the earnest simplicity of a genuine folktale, a rare feat.  

Sun Thief

1995, A Good Year

The River's Daughter

 

omgomgomg this was one of my favorite stories in duels. I'm so glad you shared this, everything about this is so gorgeous and folk-talesy and I just adore it.

1995, A Good Year

1995, A Good Year

1995, A Good Year

  

I'm in tears? This wasn't what I was expecting at all. This is just so perfectly heartbreakingly written.

Siberian Betrayal

1995, A Good Year

1995, A Good Year

 

-Masterclass in propulsive storytelling

- Every sentence helped to advance the plot, and the story was well-paced with a clear beginning, middle, and end

Wiped Out

Second Chances

Second Chances

 

This story does an excellent job of combining sharp satire with a tense and compelling plot. 

Second Chances

Second Chances

Second Chances


"Second Chances" is a relentless story that starts with its foot on the gas pedal and maintains that atmosphere until its finish.

War for Souls

Second Chances

War for Souls

 

-You do a wonderful job of showcasing dynamic language/descriptors throughout

-You drew on historical details skillfully to create a vivid picture of 17th century England

Pink Planner

Who She Became

War for Souls

 

Pink Planner is a profound romantic comedy microfiction.  


Who She Became

Who She Became

Who She Became

 

 

You've clearly done research on your setting, and your prose is excellent and polished. Your sentences are wonderfully crafted, and you have some excellent comparisons that make your writing sing.


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