Unlike the earlier installments, I did not stalk the release of White Sands Volume 3. So, when I saw the final book of this trilogy available, it was a pleasant surprise. Unfortunately, as with all things, life got in the way, and I didn’t buy it the moment I made my discovery. But I promised myself that I would add this book to my collection soon. Well, I recently did just that. And over the last couple of nights, I concluded Brandon Sanderson’s first foray into the world of comic books...

Almost a year after agreeing to relinquish their region’s right to the scientists, Marcus and a handful of other farmers craft a handful of plows. With those crude tools, the farmers of the Eastern Region plant a more bountiful crop. Shortly after planting, Marcus and Talia abandon their farm and rush headlong to the Central Region’s best hospital so Talia can receive the best care for her condition...

While some citizens are still healing from the devastating attacks of a mysterious new enemy, the colony must remain diligent. Scouting teams are scouring the forest, searching for some clue to the enemy’s identity. Caleb attempts to retrace Keldon’s path, and His team scouts the western forest closest to the colony...

Patricia’s fingers caressed the photograph in the album. Her fingers kept tracing James’s close-cropped brown hair. As Patricia ran her finger across the cheek on the image, she stifled a sob. Wincing under the scrutiny of James’s warm eyes, she buried her face into the album, struggling to restrain her tears.

When she calmed her sorrowful eyes, Patricia lowered the book. As she studied the picture, she caught sight of the banner for the homecoming dance over their head. She ripped her gaze away from the photograph...

After months at the Academy, Darren is finally allowed to travel outside of the campus. He is eager to find his friend, Randall Orbryn. He never got a chance to talk with him about leaving, and Darren is feeling guilty at leaving Randall alone to his bullies...

My final Patreon post for September is a comedy. These stories do not come overly easy to me, but this time a tale spiraled into my mind the moment I grasped the prompt. I also thought of some of the most awkward dates I’ve seen unfold across TVs and movies. And I quickly started crafting this story...

After a positive update on the status on the new colonization ship, Olyver’s excitement grows. The resulting enthusiasm prompts him to push for its construction. He also wants to determine what planet should be the next on in the fledgling alliance...

Marcus and Talia have gotten married, and have become leaders of the Eastern Region. However, the peace and joy they have are too good to last. As the consequences of their choices begin to emerge, Nathaniel visits his friends...

My second Patreon post for September delves into the mysterious. Specifically, we join Kyle of Insight Investigations as he tries to uncover the truth for his latest client...

After the elves drop Keldon with the humans, Tarian strives to get his friend the best medical care. Unfortunately, the injuries prove to be too severe to treat. Meanwhile, the alliance with the Elves and Dwarfs that Tarian orchestrated has not garnered anything. Right now, all Tarian wants is for his friend to live. And to do that he needs to gather all the information about these creatures. Will Tarian be able to collect the information necessary to save his friend? Or will he lose his friend?..

My first Patreon story for the month is a Ghost Story. It focuses on Leonard and his journey to move on…..

This morning, I woke up and saw an email from NYC Midnight, with the subject Challenge #1 Results, and I got anxious. Back in July, I completed my first story for their annual flash fiction competition, and when I saw my prompt, I got nervous. Comedy isn’t my forte. At first, I didn’t know how I would put it in a movie theater, let alone have a sword present. But I buckled down and completed my tale, to the best of my ability. I submitted the story back on July 14th and tried to put it out of my mind...

Last month we saw Harrison’s ascension to the court of the King of the Isles. He transformed his discovered material into a protective suit. Now the attention turns back to Sylvia and her journey...

Wrapping her hands around Damien, Jasmine asked, “Are you excited about the movie?”

“I am,” he replied as he broke her grip, “I was worried that you were going to be late.”

“It’s my birthday, and you didn’t wait outside for me. Just because you had your own ticket…” Jasmine teased with a grin. Her hand absently brushed against her pendant as she continued, “Now can we go watch our movie.”

Moving her hand aside, he lifted the pendant, “What’s this, babe?”..

Cederic’s team is heading back to the world of life. But none of them want to go back to there. Unfortunately, the captain has told them to return for more information. Specifically, he wants to know more about the life on the planet. Will the team be able to steer clear of the winged serpent? Or will the monster claim their shuttle to gather the requested information?..