Author Archives: TommiaW

Careful! There’s that Awful four-letter word No self-respecting adult says. You know, the one thing so absurd. Outlawed in the grown-up world. Unnecessary, undoable, utterly useless these days. Caution the off-taskers who Often lose time Meandering with games, deadlines belated … Continue reading →

Originally posted on FreeValley Publishing:
The publications of all or our FVP Featured Authors will be available at Si View Community Center’s Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, December 6th from 10-3. This will also mark the first sale date for FreeValley…

Ebb and Flow Ne’er the same way goes Endless imagination and Relentless intimidation Giving, taking during a story’s making Your words are your sword. — Amazing what a few word sprints will do. In various lengths with some interesting prompts, … Continue reading →

Mirrored in the squares unseen Is a chaotic symphony of a scene – Decisions debated, dreams deflated Talking, balking, walking –some Obvious, obscure, sincere, a blur While changes are made, impact unknown New day above, unseen below.

“Love doesn’t grow on trees like apples in Eden – it’s something you have to make. And you must use your imagination too.” ~ Joyce Cary

Ever have that perfect song play just when you needed it? That song that had the medicinal melody or balm-like beat, laced with the lyrics needed to lift the day? Such is the case with the hymn, “Lord, Keep Us … Continue reading →

Sometimes the words are plentiful, The scenes wide and easy to spot. Sometimes the words are trapped, Prying them open a challenge to continue a plot. With the word count so low Do I just let the goal go? With … Continue reading →

Originally posted on FreeValley Publishing:
At last, our first FreeValley Publishing Anthology is complete! Release date is December 6th! These short stories represent works from all of our Featured Authors. The Anthology is a substantial and varied collection. It’s a great way to get…