Here is a sample excerpt from my newest story, Captives of the Fern Queen:
“Over there.” Twelve-year-old Janna glowed with anticipation as she herded the last few kids behind the schoolhouse. If they sat between the big laurel bushes, their teacher wouldn’t be able to see them through a window. Janna had looked forward to this too long to have it spoiled by adult interference.
Two runaways darted away from the group. She panted as she ran after them and pulled them back. It didn’t help that her waistband was digging into her stomach. That button needed to be moved over again.
Whew! The kids were finally in place, but she’d have to catch their attention fast or they’d scatter. Fortunately, Janna was an expert at catching people’s attention. She’d just add an interesting detail or two to her history lesson.
“Long gray hairs grew out of the man’s nostrils and drifted to either side when he breathed.”
It was a very good beginning. Everyone was listening, but unfortunately, she wasn’t the only one with an imagination. The boys clutched at their noses and started sneezing. Presumably, their nasal hair was undergoing a growth spurt, and the resulting nasal explosions made the grass tremble in front of them.
For more, click here: Sample Chapter 1 Captives of the Fern Queen
