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Chatterz 1
I thought what best way to start my first blog than with the first page of my first book. Hope you enjoy.
The Witchlings
Midnight curse
Run Roxy Run. The thought pounded through her head. She could smell the sweat of her pursuers and instinctively knew that they were not only matching her every stride but they were gaining, and fast. They would not rest, they would not tire or give up. She sensed their urgency and determination. She knew that she could either lay down and give up or dig down deeper than she had ever before and carry on her race for survival.
Roxy didn’t know exactly who or what was chasing her however she did know there was more than one, probably more like five or six. Why were they chasing her ? A gnawing feeling burned deep within that she had something they wanted, not a possession, it was more like she knew something that they needed to know but she hadn’t a clue what that could be.
Roxy awoke with sweat pouring off her and with her heart pounding frantically in her chest. That dream had again disturbed her sleep. It had been that way every night since she had returned to live in Holbrook, although she had no recollection of living there before. All she knew was when she last lived in Holbrook it was the last time she had seen her mother. Her mother, the woman that had suddenly walked out on her daughter and husband without so much as a backward glance. Maybe moving back had disturbed some deep rooted emotion that Roxy had kept buried for such a long time. There was enough going on in her life at the moment and she certainly didn’t need some ghost from the past wreaking havoc in her sleep. Besides, it was day one of a new school and that in itself was more drama than she cared for right now.
The Witchlings
Midnight curse
Run Roxy Run. The thought pounded through her head. She could smell the sweat of her pursuers and instinctively knew that they were not only matching her every stride but they were gaining, and fast. They would not rest, they would not tire or give up. She sensed their urgency and determination. She knew that she could either lay down and give up or dig down deeper than she had ever before and carry on her race for survival.
Roxy didn’t know exactly who or what was chasing her however she did know there was more than one, probably more like five or six. Why were they chasing her ? A gnawing feeling burned deep within that she had something they wanted, not a possession, it was more like she knew something that they needed to know but she hadn’t a clue what that could be.
Roxy awoke with sweat pouring off her and with her heart pounding frantically in her chest. That dream had again disturbed her sleep. It had been that way every night since she had returned to live in Holbrook, although she had no recollection of living there before. All she knew was when she last lived in Holbrook it was the last time she had seen her mother. Her mother, the woman that had suddenly walked out on her daughter and husband without so much as a backward glance. Maybe moving back had disturbed some deep rooted emotion that Roxy had kept buried for such a long time. There was enough going on in her life at the moment and she certainly didn’t need some ghost from the past wreaking havoc in her sleep. Besides, it was day one of a new school and that in itself was more drama than she cared for right now.
Chatterz6
Here's a sneaky peak at an excerpt from my new novel The Witchlings - Blood moon.
Enjoy.
BANG BANG BANG. It sounded like the windows were about to shatter.
“What the hell is that?” Spencer shouted and took a stance preparing to fight.
“Step back from the windows. Luke watch Roxanne and your mother. Ryan stay with the girls. Spencer come with me. “
Everyone did as they were bid, Luke ushered Mrs. Nero and Roxy over to Ryan and took his place by Spencer’s side behind Catherine. Gingerly they neared the window. The boys grabbed either side of the curtains while Catherine readied herself to deliver whatever magic the situation called for.
No one could have predicted the sight that met their eyes. Out side thousands of crows lined the fences. On the ground lay countless dead ones. Not a single patch of ground could be seen for their dead bodies. The windows had cracked under the constant barrage of kamikaze birds. Crows flying straight into the glass, not letting up for a second. A million more were in flight circling the outskirts of the estate. The noise was deafening, shrill tones filled the air. They were under attack.
The rest of the group had now gathered around the windows, shielding their eyes from the fragmented glass that was being sprayed every time a crow landed a direct hit. They stared out in total bewilderment.
“Catherine what's going on?” Lauren asked with fear penetrating through every word.
“The curse of blood moon, phase two The Crows” Catherine whispered dejectedly.
“What do you mean Catherine?” Brooke asked, trying to make her voice fearless.
“I've heard of this before. Traditionally there are five phases of a blood moon during which the reason is unveiled.”
Ryan and the twins appeared carrying large sheets of plywood, hammers and nails. The boys leapt into action covering all the windows with the wood. Each time they finished a window the noise would stop from that one and more crows appeared at the next.
Catherine yelled for the phone and immediately pumped in the number of the High council. She left the room and they all knew that she was leaving them to avoid whatever shocking news she was about to learn.
“Has anyone else heard of these phases?” Brooke asked the question that was on everyone’s lips and all eyes focused on Mrs. Nero.
“Yes I've heard of these phases. Yesterday when the clock struck ten and the red haze still shone through the curtains it immediately crossed my mind. The phases some say are linked to the plagues of Egypt. The first phase is eternal darkness, hence the fact the sun hadn’t risen that morning. Then come the crows.”
Enjoy.
BANG BANG BANG. It sounded like the windows were about to shatter.
“What the hell is that?” Spencer shouted and took a stance preparing to fight.
“Step back from the windows. Luke watch Roxanne and your mother. Ryan stay with the girls. Spencer come with me. “
Everyone did as they were bid, Luke ushered Mrs. Nero and Roxy over to Ryan and took his place by Spencer’s side behind Catherine. Gingerly they neared the window. The boys grabbed either side of the curtains while Catherine readied herself to deliver whatever magic the situation called for.
No one could have predicted the sight that met their eyes. Out side thousands of crows lined the fences. On the ground lay countless dead ones. Not a single patch of ground could be seen for their dead bodies. The windows had cracked under the constant barrage of kamikaze birds. Crows flying straight into the glass, not letting up for a second. A million more were in flight circling the outskirts of the estate. The noise was deafening, shrill tones filled the air. They were under attack.
The rest of the group had now gathered around the windows, shielding their eyes from the fragmented glass that was being sprayed every time a crow landed a direct hit. They stared out in total bewilderment.
“Catherine what's going on?” Lauren asked with fear penetrating through every word.
“The curse of blood moon, phase two The Crows” Catherine whispered dejectedly.
“What do you mean Catherine?” Brooke asked, trying to make her voice fearless.
“I've heard of this before. Traditionally there are five phases of a blood moon during which the reason is unveiled.”
Ryan and the twins appeared carrying large sheets of plywood, hammers and nails. The boys leapt into action covering all the windows with the wood. Each time they finished a window the noise would stop from that one and more crows appeared at the next.
Catherine yelled for the phone and immediately pumped in the number of the High council. She left the room and they all knew that she was leaving them to avoid whatever shocking news she was about to learn.
“Has anyone else heard of these phases?” Brooke asked the question that was on everyone’s lips and all eyes focused on Mrs. Nero.
“Yes I've heard of these phases. Yesterday when the clock struck ten and the red haze still shone through the curtains it immediately crossed my mind. The phases some say are linked to the plagues of Egypt. The first phase is eternal darkness, hence the fact the sun hadn’t risen that morning. Then come the crows.”
Chatterz7
Hi everyone,
First business of the day has to be that I've finished my second book. Yippee I hear you all say. I have a few amendments to go through but i am well ahead of schedule for the release date of October 30th.
Secondly I have an event going on where you can get your full name in the second book as a character and you will also win a signed copy. all you have to do is tell me who your favorite character is in The Witchlings trilogy and a tiny reason for your choice and i will pick the best answer.
Good luck!!!
My fist book The Witchlings-Midnight curse has only been published for 4 weeks and is doing so well. The reviews are coming in and i have to say i am extremely pleased. Thank you all so much for your support. You have helped to make my dream come true. If anyone has any questions they would like to ask then do be shy and get in touch.
Have a lovely day
Amanda x
First business of the day has to be that I've finished my second book. Yippee I hear you all say. I have a few amendments to go through but i am well ahead of schedule for the release date of October 30th.
Secondly I have an event going on where you can get your full name in the second book as a character and you will also win a signed copy. all you have to do is tell me who your favorite character is in The Witchlings trilogy and a tiny reason for your choice and i will pick the best answer.
Good luck!!!
My fist book The Witchlings-Midnight curse has only been published for 4 weeks and is doing so well. The reviews are coming in and i have to say i am extremely pleased. Thank you all so much for your support. You have helped to make my dream come true. If anyone has any questions they would like to ask then do be shy and get in touch.
Have a lovely day
Amanda x
