Category Archives: I Am Writing

The village was busy that morning. Denys strolled through the town square, careful to keep out of anyone’s way. He caught snippets of conversation, and gossip better not repeated, although potentially useful enough to tuck away for another time. Most … Continue reading →

“I make my own decisions, and will do so if I ever meet one of the creatures.” He paused. “Given that they have not been seen in Astria for generations, I doubt that will be an issue. Your stories are … Continue reading →

“You could be the only thing standing between the kingdom and dragons if they decide to return to our land. That oath is important.” Jevon hesitated before continuing. He lowered his voice. “At least that’s what everyone says. About dragons … Continue reading →

Denys had been accused of being a mage more times in the last few days by almost everyone he’d met, and yet he knew next to nothing of magic. Maybe that was something that needed to change? Dragons were supposed … Continue reading →

“This is home,” Denys said softly, turning away from the village and toward the forest. He inclined his head in the direction of the trees and Aric could have sworn the action was returned. That settled it. He was more … Continue reading →

Denys swung his leg over the side, and climbed down after Jevon. He paused half-way down the rope ladder, and peered again at the distant beach. An itch had started to burn between his shoulder blades although he had no … Continue reading →

“It is very hot,” Aric said, “and this journey is taking longer than you said it would.” Jevon shrugged. “I haven’t travelled this way on foot. I usually ride, and I guess my calculations were a little off.” He gazed … Continue reading →

It was a clear cold morning. Thin wisps of white escaped from Denys’s mouth with each breath. It was his favourite time of the day, quiet, as the forest was still sleepy and basking in the rays of the new … Continue reading →