Tuesday, August 7th, 5:00 7:00pm
Maurice (and Stuart)
Maurice sits at the window. Stuart takes the seat beside him.
Maurice: Hey, buddy! Long time no see!
Stuart: Yep. Been out of town for a while. Lost my apartment after I lost my job.
Maurice: Oh no! How did that happen?
Stuart: Damned cat.
Maurice: The cat made you lose your job and your apartment?
Stuart: Yep. It got this really weird skin rash. I spent a week looking after it because the old lady I lived with was allergic to the cream it needed rubbed on its skin.
Maurice: So you lost your job ’cause you took a week off?
Stuart: Yep.
Maurice: And I guess then you couldn’t afford the apartment.
Stuart: Oh, no. I could still afford it. But the old lady discovered that breed of cats that don’t have hair and decided the original cat got its skin disease because it was lonely. Twenty-six of the little buggers later, there was no room left for me.
Maurice: How is the old lady affording the place by herself?
Stuart: She taught the cats a bunch of tricks. She’s got a circus going in the living room. Charges a bundle to let people watch.
Maurice: Sounds like living with that old lady’s always been a bit of a circus.
Ah, summertime. At home 24/7 with a kid who’s currently screaming like he’s actually on the set of The Price Is Right and not sitting in front of the TV. So far, since camp finished, we’ve been to a Poutine Feast (the lobster poutine was to DIE for), we’ve been out for walks and to the grocery store. Coming up we have a movie, mini-golf, lunch at the mall, a trip to the library, and of course tonight there’s baseball.
So much fun!
Except life doesn’t stop for me. Call me a party pooper, but my stress level is calling me back to the computer to get stuff done. The book launch for The Magician’s Blood is this Friday (get it on pre-order for $2.99! The price goes up to $4.99 on Friday!), and the paperback cover has colour issues, so I need to get that sorted out. It’ll be a while before that’s ready, so if you’re waiting for the physical copy, sorry. Hopefully next week.
I have stories to write, things to edit for other people … and a kid who just wants to have fun with his mom!!
I feel so guilty for not sharing his enthusiasm. I just keep telling myself to live in the moment. That’s all you can do, right?
Edward: I couldn’t leave him with my Bella. They were getting too friendly. And anyway, she’s not my girlfriend. She’s just a psycho.
Lily: So now you get rid of the psycho AND you still have Bella locked up in my basement. What’s in it for me?
Edward: (thinks a moment) My undying gratitude?
Lily:(stares at him) Not good enough.
Edward: I did distract the cops that time. Doesn’t that count for anything?
Lily: No. You had way too much fun with it. (crosses arms and slouches) You get all the fun. All I get is the whiny, “You’ve got to let me go!” and, “I’ll do anything, just let me go!” all day while I’m trying to get my beauty rest.
Edward: (sits up straight) Anything? She said she’ll do anything?
Lily:(tiredly) Yeah.
Edward: Hmmm …
Lily: What are you thinking?
Edward:(hesitantly) Maybe she doesn’t really want to be with me.
Lily: No! You think?
Edward: Are you being sarcastic?
Lily: No! (rolls eyes)
Edward: Do you think we should let her go?
Lily: You’ll have to wipe out her memory first. You can do that though, right?
Edward hesitates, his eyes shifting back and forth.
Hi all! Just a note to let you know that on Sunday, August 5/18 at midnight, The Magician’s Curse will return to its regular price of $2.99.
Thanks to BookBub, I’ve given away almost 25,000 copies so far. Make sure you get yours for free while you still can! Please spread the word!
When a young woman falls in love with a mysterious stage magician, their passion collides with a dark family secret… Spellbinding romance awaits in this entertaining gothic tale!
I had to go to sleep behalf way through, but got back to it after work and finished it. Good story. Interesting dilemma for an honest man in love. Looking forward to the second in the series. ~ 5 Stars – Loves to read and review, Amazon.com
This book was great. From the wonderful characters, to the amazingly believable unbelievable story line. Confused? Well, although we all know magic isn’t real, the author makes it all make sense. This story about a young woman, Herman, and the man she meets. He is trying to break a curse that was placed on his family. i feel like i would be giving away spoilers by continuing. So, just read the book and you won’t be disappointed. The only complaint i have is I wanted to continue reading the next story now. ~ 4 Stars – hlee, Amazon.com
I must say Ms. Hill writes a very engaging story about two very interesting characters who meet and fall in love. I normally do not read books with younger characters, but this talented author had me hooked from the very beginning. I love mystery with a darker side and truly enjoyed The Magician’s Curse. I eagerly await more from Ms. Hill. Hope she is a fast writer! ~ 5 Stars – Lorey Frazher, Amazon.com
If I could call my dad, he’d be amazed that I was using a wireless phone, because he died in 1978. Or maybe he wouldn’t, if he’s really watching over me.
If I could call my dad, he’d say he wishes he could meet his grandkids. Though two of them are too big to dandle on his knee.
If I could call my dad, I think he’d be proud of me for continuing his love of telling stories.
If I could call my dad, he’d be happy that I kept my sense of humour, even through all the shit I’ve been through.
If I could call my dad, he might or might not think I’m doing enough for my mother. He may just acknowledge that I’ve got enough to do already.
If I could call my dad, I’d be grateful for one last chance to give him the opportunity to make me spit tea through my nose …
If I could call my dad, I’d tell him I’m doing my best.
It’s Friday, and time for your Stream of Consciousness Saturday prompt. Busy, busy, busy this week, getting my new release all ready to go out in a week from today. So exciting! Anyhoo, here’s your prompt:
Your Friday prompt for Stream of Consciousness Saturday is “call.” Use the word “call” or any word that contains those letters in that order. Have fun!
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Hopefully next week.
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