TUESDAY TALES - WRITERS WRITING TO THE WORD PROMPT HILL

Welcome to Tuesday Tales. Our writers are writing to the prompt "Hill" today. Click on the names of the writers to go to their blog. Don't forget to come back and visit everyone. Thank you for stopping by.  
JEAN JOACHIM (Contemporary Romance)
“What are you doing, Jory? You idiot. He doesn’t love you and you’d better not love him.”
JILLIAN CHANTAL (20th Century Historical)
Rick strolled over to the jukebox and spent a few minutes reading the list of songs and feeding it money.
TRICIA ANDERSEN (Steampunk Romance) 
Just a few days previous he was a prisoner to his memories of his beloved Sophia.  Now all he could think of, dream of, want with the core of his being was the woman in his bed
IRIS BLOBEL (Sports Romance)
He wanted her. For a little while.

V. L. LOCEY (M/M Romance) 
“What`s the plan for today?” Zeke asked, licking an escaped drop of coffee from his fleshy lip. My mind wandered just a bit.
SHERRY GLOAG (Mystery)

Jack and Jill went up the hill…

D. I. Rebecca Greyson tapped her pen on the photograph in her hand.  
LINDSAY DOWNS (Regency Mystery) 
Not knowing if she was aware and not caring what anyone might say he leaned over and with the tip of his tongue removed, slowly, teasingly, the offending juice.
SARAH CASS (Historical Paranormal)
Even now, she could sense his presence right outside the back door. The strength of his magic drew her stronger than the tides had dragged and pushed her down the river.
TRISHA FAYE (Historical Fiction)
Plumes of black smoke billowed over the ridge before lifting off in rolling waves upwards as high as the children could see.
STEFAN ELLERY (Sci Fi)
It was not long before they launched into space. Through the monitors he could see the explosion of the dome. The dome itself was not shown, but the debris, smoke and fire outlined the dome’s shape, the city pierced through an opening
MORGAN K. WYATT (Contemporary Romance)
The Inheritance
“I see a handsome,rugged man. Maybe he has a bump leg, maybe he has an artificial one, but it doesn’t stop him from being attractive. The only unattractive feature is his horrible manners.” 
DAVEE JONES (Paranormal Romance)
Finding Love in a Black Lagoon 
 He poked her in the abdomen with a long stick. "C'mon outta there freak before we drag you out."

TUESDAY TALES - WORD PROMPT "SATIN"

Welcome to Tuesday Tales. Word prompt this week is "satin". Click on the writer's name to go to their blog. Thank you for stopping by.
JEAN JOACHIM (Contemporary romance - Rated "R")
“Wow,” slipped from her lips. He blushed immediately and chuckled. His gaze traveled slowly up and down her bare frame. 
V. L. LOCEY (M/M, historical western)
"I have been duly authorized by the state of Texas to bring you in dead or alive,” I replied between the children`s screams.
LINDSAY DOWNS (Regency Mystery)
“Dearest Donna, why on earth do you allow that man to treat you like that?” he whispered in her ear.
SARAH CASS (Historical Paranormal)
True to his word, Dell hadn’t left Olive’s cabin since they’d brought her there. Pure instinct insisted he be there when she woke.
JILLIAN CHANTAL (1950's Historical)
Her boss was the next to arrive and he staggered over to the coffee urn as if he were comatose.
IRIS BLOBEL (Sports Romance)
Turning on the water, she stepped into the shower and let it run over her head. The water cascaded down her body in a soothing massage. 
MORGAN K. WYATT (Contemporary Romance)
Was it the words or his touch that knocked her off her feet? 
TRICIA ANDERSEN (Steampunk Romance)
She felt right in his embrace, her body pressed tight against his.  It felt natural, like she should stay there with him forever. 
STEFAN ELLERY(Thriller)
Porcelain, that was what the long slender hand of this women reminded him of. A porcelain doll without the added pigmentation to give it a semblance of life.

SHERRY GLOAG (Romantic Suspense) 

“I wish to God Susan hadn’t done a runner. She should be here, she should have phoned me.” 
DAVEE JONES (Erotic Romance)
Cheaper to Keep Her
“I don't know who in the world would like satin sheets. They're slippery and never stay on the bed the right way." 
TAI VICARI (Fantasy) 
She was calm now and observing the way Henry was eyeing her.  For the first time she could see the hunger he had for her.

TUESDAY TALES, 12 WRITERS WRITING TO THE PROMPT "TOES"

Welcome back! Happy 2014! The Tuesday Tales writers are all refreshed and ready to go for the new year. We are delighted to see you return. Please click on the name of the writer to go to their blog. Please return to read the short stories of others. Our word prompt this week is TOES. 
JEAN JOACHIM (Contemporary)
It was midnight. They crept along the dock silently, hoping not to wake up anyone in the houses hugging the small lake.
JILLIAN CHANTAL (20th Century Historical)
“What’s a little blood between friends?” 
TRICIA ANDERSEN (Steampunk Romance) 
"Don't you worry.  When I am paid for the humidor, I am using the money to buy an airship ticket.  I am getting the hell out of England."
V.L. LOCEY (M/M Historical Western) 
My chest brushed his left arm. A spark of lust snapped along my spine.
SARAH CASS (Historical Paranormal Romance) 
If anything, it was another wolf, and definitely a she. She lay face down on the riverbank—stark naked and soaking wet from her head down to her toes.
SHERRY GLOAG (Romantic Suspense)
Jake’d never heard a sibling scream at him to run. As she had.
LINDSAY DOWNS (Regency Romance) 
“I’ll only be a few minutes as I’d like to give Rose a little brushing. I’ll make sure the doors are closed when I leave so you may go.”
TRISHA FAYE (Historical Fiction)
Mae skipped to the corner of Leadora and stopped. She called back to Helen who was lagging behind, “Hurry up slowpoke.” 
IRIS BLOBEL (Sports Romance)
The doorbell rang again and Oliver said in a low voice, "While you're up, could you get this for me?" 
STEFAN ELLERY (Sci Fi)
Paul and Silf were led out of the dome by Kai, Kai kept silent and neither he or Silf felt like saying anything. Paul just wanted off this planet, so he could find a place to breath.
DAVEE JONES (Erotic Romance)
“Psyche's tiny feet landed on the center of a sturdy oak table. I couldn't even make out her miniscule toes." 
TAI VICARI (Thriller)
She couldn't find it in her to turn to face her. She came too far to be exposed now. She wouldn't let anyone get in her way from getting the revenge she so justly deserved.

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DAVEE JONES

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KATHLEEN BALL

V. L. LOCEY

LINDSAY DOWNS

JILLIAN CHANTAL

SHERRY GLOAG

MORGAN K. WYATT

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TUESDAY TALES, 10 WRITERS WRITING TO THE WORD PROMPT "BELLS"

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Welcome to Tuesday Tales. This is our last post until 2014. Click on the writer's name to go to their blog and read their post. Thank you so much for coming and we wish you a very happy holiday.

JEAN JOACHIM (Contemporary Romance)

I hate it when he puts his gun on the front hall table.

IRIS BLOBEL (Sports Romance)

His mouth inches from her ear, he murmured, "Believe me, I’d never hurt you.”

V. L. LOCEY (M/M Historical Western)

"Don`t say anything. Just strap the damn guns on, pin the star on your chest, and let me help you up.”

TRISHA FAYE (Historical Fiction) 

216 Leadora. Their new home. Bea and Casey wouldn’t move again for thirty years.

LINDSAY DOWNS (Regency Romance)

It was these little points, which when added together made for the perfect picture of their future life together.

STEFAN ELLERY(Sci Fi)

Paul shook his head and set foot into the apartment. “No.”

Silf frowned “You have to.”

TRICIA ANDERSEN (Steampunk Romance)

A grin spread across his face at the knock on the door.   His devoted thoughts of Sophia floated away as desire for Emma burned in his veins. 

TAI VICARI (Sci Fi/Fantasy)

He always seemed so concerned for her, but she didn't know why. She tried to speak with him but he would never utter a single word.

DAVEE JONES (YA, Paranormal Romance)

Finding Love in a Black Lagoon

“Bells? I'll give you bells..." 

SHERRY GLOAG (Romance)

“Come on lady,” the showman’s voice cut through her thoughts and she raised her second dart and threw. 

MORGAN K. WYATT (Contemporary Romance)

The Inheritance

The words slipped out of his mouth without intention as his eyes devoured her. There really was a dog.

TUESDAY TALES, 9 WRITERS WRITING TO THE PROMPT "CHECK"

Welcome to Tuesday Tales! We're writing to the prompt "check". Click on the writer's name to go to their blog and read their story. Don't forget to return to read more. Thank you for coming!
JEAN JOACHIM (Contemporary Romance) 
His Leading Lady 
Mark tried to change the subject when she gushed over him.
TRISHA FAYE(Historical Fiction)
Bea stood in the kitchen, holding cupboard doors open with each hand, surveying the shelves in search of ingredients.
TRICIA ANDERSEN (Steampunk Romance)
Gideon’s grin grew wide as he led her to the second floor.  He was going to enjoy having an assistant, especially one as breathtakingly beautiful as Emma.  
IRIS BLOBEL (Sports Romance)
“What are you doing here anyway?” he shouted from down the hall.  Yes, what was she doing here?
V. L. LOCEY (M/M, Historical Romance)
I knelt at his side. The need to touch him was damned powerful.
LINDSAY DOWNS (Regency Romance)
“Blast it man, will you stop sneaking around,” Peter ordered.
STEFAN ELLERY (Sci Fi)
Kai took him into the building, the first floor was nothing more than a greeting area the desk was not manned by a Norg. A slim grey humanoid with large black eyes sat with a clipboard and pen.
SHERRY GLOAG (Romance)
Tamping down on her rising panic Amanda forced herself to turn her back on the mystery man and his interest in the other woman.
MORGAN K. WYATT (Contemporary Romance)
The Inheritance
The older man shook his head and sighed deeply. “I wish you hadn’t done that. It’s going to make things sticky when you meet today.” 

11 WRITERS WRITING TO THE PROMPT "WAVY"

Welcome! Our word prompt this week is "Wavy". Click on the writer's name to go to their blog and read their post. Hope you come back to read everyone's take on this interesting word. Thanks for coming
JEAN JOACHIM (Contemporary Romance)
His Leading Lady
Adrenaline surged through Mark’s veins. He was so focused he didn’t even hear the crowd cheering.
IRIS BLOBEL (Sports Romance)
I’m Tyson’s grandmother, but have been looking after the boys and Sarah since they were children. Oliver told me you’d be looking after him for the next two weeks.
V. L. LOCEY (M/M Historical Western)
As it turned out, my getting lost for an hour or so was a true blessing.
SHERRY GLOAG (Contemporary Romance)
She never ignored a warning and the prickling sensation on the back of her neck warned Amanda of approaching danger.
LINDSAY DOWNS (Regency Romance)
“M’ lady, the Countess is referring to my landau,” he pronounced.
TRISHA FAYE (Historical Fiction)
They had to wait a few weeks for the weather to get warmer.
SARAH CASS(Historical Western Romance)
 The smell of death hit her like a locomotive and her stomach churned. The room tilted on its axis, she gripped the wall to keep steady.
TRICIA ANDERSEN (Steampunk Romance)
There was no use protesting with her.  EvMery fiber of his being wanted her to stay. 
STEFAN ELLERY (Sci Fi)
The Dome may have been solid on the outside,but on the inside it didn't exist. Looking up he could see clouds mixing with the blue sky. 
MORGAN K. WYATT (Contemporary Romance)
The Inheritance
"In retrospect, she was probably winking at other guys at the base when his back was turned. In her own way, she served him well teaching him that women merely used men."  
DAVEE JONES (YA Paranormal romance)
Finding Love in a Black Lagoon

“A violent shudder rustled the water and the weeds, splashing up from the surface. Fat droplets sprayed outward, hitting Caleb in the face."