TUESDAY TALES - WORD PROMPT "COLD".

 

   Welcome to Tuesday Tales where writers write to word prompts. We have lots of different stories every week. Different genres, but many of the stories continue for some week. Our excellent writers love it if you leave a comment. Thanks for stopping by. Here's what our writers have for you this week: 

JEAN JOACHIM (Historical Romance)

“Stop,” Becky said, struggling under the young woman’s iron grip.

FLOSSIE BENTON ROGERS (Cozy Mystery)

For a moment his gaze rested on the darkness outside the window, before returning to me.

TRICIA ANDERSEN  (Sci Fi)

After what she witnessed tonight? No amount of camomile would settle her nerves. 

TRISHA FAYE (Historical Fiction)

A twinge of jealousy shot though Cecile like a hot poker.

SUSANNE MATTHEWS (Romance/Suspense)

The child might not be his blood, but he loved him all the same.

Tuesday Tales - Sunny

 

Happy New Year and welcome to the first Tuesday Tales of 2025! Each week, authors write story snippets to word prompts. Our word for this week is "sunny."

Please stop by and check out each snippet for all the Tuesday Tales authors. Happy reading!

Trisha Faye (Historical Fiction)

William never even noticed that she hadn’t finished her thought.

Jillian Chantal (Fantasy)

“Ugh. I could sleep for two days.”

Susanne Matthews (Romance Suspense)

Maggie couldn’t fault him for doing the honorable thing, but damn, it had hurt then and still did.

Jean Joachim (Historical Romance)

“Oh? Who’s asking?”

Tuesday Tales: From the Word YEAR

 

Welcome to the last Tuesday Tales post for December and the year 2024. On behalf of all of the authors who share their work with you each week, allow me to wish you all a Happy New Year. May 2025 bring you health and happiness, and we'll be back to entertain you next week with the first post of 2025. 

This week, our word prompt is YEAR. Click on the author's name to find their post. Feel free to leave a comment. Return to this page to view the next author's scene.  Enjoy and once again, Happy New Year!

TRICIA ANDERSEN (Sci-Fi)

 

Where have you been hiding this tasty morsel?

 

SUSANNE MATTHEWS (Romance Suspense)

 

“Harry?” The word erupted from her mouth before she could stop it.

 

FLOSSIE BENTON ROGERS (Vintage Holiday)

“He knows exactly what you look like this very second.”

 

JEAN JOACHIM (Historical Romance)

“Sit down, son. How nice for you to pay me a visit,” Abiel said, taking the comfortable chair by the fire.

 

JILLIAN CHANTAL (Fantasy)

Malcolm held up his badge and muttered, “So much for being subtle.”

 

TRISHA FAYE (Historical Fiction)

“It’s alright, Mother. I can certainly remove some dishware.”

 

Tuesday Tales - From the word 'Holiday'

 

Welcome to Tuesday Tales! Each week, authors write story snippets to word prompts. Our word for this week is "holiday."

Click on the name of each author to go to her blog and read the free story. Make sure to visit all the authors.

Thanks for your support!

Flossie Benton Rogers (Vintage Holiday)

Susie had loved placing the silver garland and clumps of icicles.

Jillian Chantal (Fantasy)

She jumped in her seat and her hand went to her heart.

Susanne Matthews (Romance Suspense)

“You’re in early. Let me guess. You were checking the tip line again.” 

Jean Joachim (Historical Romance)

Sam slipped out the door and set his feet in the direction of the Wilcox home.

Trisha Faye (Historical Fiction)

Maybe the corner between the burgundy velvet and the indigo sateen would be a nice place to put the spider web.

TUESDAY TALES - FROM THE WORD "CARRY"

 

Welcome to Tuesday Tales, where we write stories using word prompts. Our word today is "CARRY." Click on the name of each author to read the free story snippet on her blog. Make sure to visit everyone. Writing is our passion, and comments make our day!

FLOSSIE BENTON ROGERS (Cozy Mystery)

Panic gripped me like a vise.

SUSANNE MATTHEWS (Romance Suspense)

Someone knew something. 

JILLIAN CHANTAL (Fantasy)

 “You do not seem to be taking me seriously.” 

TRICIA ANDERSEN (SciFi)

Dani, run.

TRISHA FAYE (Historical Fiction)

Heavy footsteps stomped up the front steps and resonated into the parlor.

TUESDAY TALES - WORD PROMPT - SHADY

 

Welcome to Tuesday Tales, where authors write stories to word prompts. This week our word prompt is "shady".  Click on the author's name to go to her blog and read her story. Thank you for coming! 

JEAN JOACHIM (Historical Romance)

Across town, Violet stepped across the threshold of her home quietly. 

FLOSSIE BENTON ROGERS (Cozy Mystery)

I didn’t look forward to describing a ghost cat performing zoomies.

TRICIA ANDERSEN (Sci Fi)

She couldn’t quite put her finger on it, but it made her uneasy.

TRISHA FAYE (Historical Fiction)

“Hope it’s not too hard. My brain is running on slow today.”

Tuesday Tales- From the Word Prompt "Careful"

 Welcome to Tuesday Tales! Each week, authors write story snippets to word prompts. Our word for this week is "Careful."

Click on the name of each author to go to her blog and read the free story. Make sure to visit all the authors.

Happy December!

Jillian Chantal (Fantasy)

“I thought you were here to investigate a series of murders.”

Susanne Matthews (cozy mystery)

I swallowed, suddenly aware of how isolated I was here, with the sun roasting me alive inside the leathers.

 

Flossie Benton Rogers (Cozy Mystery)

Vonna’s lips tightened, and she twirled and moved stiffly toward the exit.

JeanJoachim (Historical Romance)

“A bit late to be returning from walking Miss Wilcox home, isn’t it?” came a firm voice.

 

Tricia Andersen - (Sci Fi)

I guess you could say I have a thirst for knowledge. Among other things