I am a member of the Uxbridge Writers' Circle which is dedicated to encouraging and promoting the art and skill of writing in a supportive environment.
We have recently launched a blog which has writing tips, free stories and more.
Check it out at uxbridgewriterscircle.blogspot.ca
Tuesday, 30 May 2017
Monday, 22 May 2017
Looking for something to read on your commute?
You'll find short stories and micro stories on my blog - free for your enjoyment at vickyearleauthor.blogspot.ca
I've just posted two new short stories "Molly" and "Cowboy". There are several others to check out - click on "short stories".
If your commute is short, then there are some shorter stories - click on "micro stories".
I've just posted two new short stories "Molly" and "Cowboy". There are several others to check out - click on "short stories".
If your commute is short, then there are some shorter stories - click on "micro stories".
Tuesday, 14 March 2017
More free short stories!
Check out two new short stories (word challenges), "Obsession" and "The Scarf". Click on "Short Stories" in my blog vickyearleauthor.blogspot.ca
And there are two new micro stories, "Different" and "Blood". Click on "Micro Stories" in my blog.
Enjoy!
And there are two new micro stories, "Different" and "Blood". Click on "Micro Stories" in my blog.
Enjoy!
Wednesday, 25 January 2017
"What Happened to Frank?" is now available free on Wattpad
Check it out at What Happened to Frank - on wattpad
I have posted three chapters so far. If you become a follower, you'll be notified when each new chapter is added.
Please vote and leave comments!
Don't forget to click on "short stories" and "micro stories" in the header of my blog, and have fun reading!
vickyearleauthor.blogspot.ca
I have posted three chapters so far. If you become a follower, you'll be notified when each new chapter is added.
Please vote and leave comments!
Don't forget to click on "short stories" and "micro stories" in the header of my blog, and have fun reading!
vickyearleauthor.blogspot.ca
Thursday, 12 January 2017
Sequel to "What Happened to Frank?"
Are you waiting for the sequel to "What Happened to Frank?"? I'm working on it!
I have almost finished the first (rough) draft and am looking forward to the (long) editing process.
As I write, I continue to be encouraged by my "fans". It means so much to have your support - THANK YOU!
Here's one of the reviews of WHTF (on Smashwords.com) which has helped motivate me to keep writing:
Thoroughly enjoyed it. The plot and multiple subplots certainly keep you guessing along with the characters - hard to put it down even when my eyes were telling me to sleep.
Concurrently, I've been active as a member of Uxbridge Writers' Circle - click on SHORT STORIES and MICRO STORIES in the heading above - hope you enjoy them!
I have almost finished the first (rough) draft and am looking forward to the (long) editing process.
As I write, I continue to be encouraged by my "fans". It means so much to have your support - THANK YOU!
Here's one of the reviews of WHTF (on Smashwords.com) which has helped motivate me to keep writing:
Thoroughly enjoyed it. The plot and multiple subplots certainly keep you guessing along with the characters - hard to put it down even when my eyes were telling me to sleep.
Concurrently, I've been active as a member of Uxbridge Writers' Circle - click on SHORT STORIES and MICRO STORIES in the heading above - hope you enjoy them!
Wednesday, 26 October 2016
New! Micro Story
During our Uxbridge Writers' Circle meetings, we select a photo or card and write whatever story comes to mind. We are limited to ten minutes of writing, so they are very short stories, and are not edited! I will be sharing some of these on my blog.
The prompt for this story was "When I Wake":
When I wake, things will be different. They have to be. Everything I've done so far has led to failure and loss.
It all started when I dropped out of university to join the army. It was fun at first. I was good at the physical stuff, wasn't so good at following stupid orders, but managed to play the game. I made some friends, some good friends, got strong and fit, and felt good about myself.
Then we were sent to Afghanistan. I'd never been out of Canada before, so it was a big shock. All that desert and heat, and blowing sand which stung your face.
I started to slip when I saw two of my friends, fellow soldiers, blown up into pieces in front of my armoured vehicle. I fell apart too, although my broken pieces weren't visible. I tried to glue myself together, but it got worse when we found children's lifeless bodies strewn in a village which had been bombed. That was it.
I don't remember much more until I came home and was discharged from the army. I went to see some therapist but I didn't need help, did I? It went downhill from there.
But when I wake up from this heart operation, I'm going to get help. I'm going to be strong enough to ask and I'm going to be fit enough to get myself back on track so I can be the father I need to be to my baby son.
Vicky Earle
The prompt for this story was "When I Wake":
When I wake, things will be different. They have to be. Everything I've done so far has led to failure and loss.
It all started when I dropped out of university to join the army. It was fun at first. I was good at the physical stuff, wasn't so good at following stupid orders, but managed to play the game. I made some friends, some good friends, got strong and fit, and felt good about myself.
Then we were sent to Afghanistan. I'd never been out of Canada before, so it was a big shock. All that desert and heat, and blowing sand which stung your face.
I started to slip when I saw two of my friends, fellow soldiers, blown up into pieces in front of my armoured vehicle. I fell apart too, although my broken pieces weren't visible. I tried to glue myself together, but it got worse when we found children's lifeless bodies strewn in a village which had been bombed. That was it.
I don't remember much more until I came home and was discharged from the army. I went to see some therapist but I didn't need help, did I? It went downhill from there.
But when I wake up from this heart operation, I'm going to get help. I'm going to be strong enough to ask and I'm going to be fit enough to get myself back on track so I can be the father I need to be to my baby son.
Vicky Earle
Wednesday, 5 October 2016
Three New Short Short Stories!
Check out the Uxbridge Writers' Circle page (click on header above) to read three new short short stories. These stories include words that had been selected by the members of the Writers' Circle - the words are shown in italics. Have fun and see what stories you can create using those words as prompts for ideas!
I've also added videos of the two races which Lions Bay has won this year - click on "Recent Wins at Woodbine Racetrack" above. They are both exciting wins!
Soon to come on my blog: micro-stories!
I've also added videos of the two races which Lions Bay has won this year - click on "Recent Wins at Woodbine Racetrack" above. They are both exciting wins!
Soon to come on my blog: micro-stories!
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