Wednesday Wanderings
So just for fun, here's a little peek into the circuitous methods my brain undergoes while coming up with a story idea I want to write. Mind that this one isn't complete; I haven't sketched out the plot yet, which I do for short stories so they d......
Song Styles
Last snippet from my Scylla and Charybdis playlist for now, also from the inimitable Kirsty MacColl. This is a general feel and theme song, and while it may not match in details, I thought it was fitting for a society in the wake of a great ......
Wednesday Wanderings: Hiraeth
Obviously, Scylla and Charybdis is full of exotic names and words, from planets and cities – though many of those are based in Earth mythology – to technological devices and the mysterious alien Derithe. But there is one term in particular that comes from our world and runs through...
Song Styles
Anaea's world changes irrevocably within the first few chapters of Scylla and Charybdis, and though she has allies (as well as enemies), she is the only one who can save herself.I have a few theme songs on this topic - I've already linked to Fire ......
Tour Stop: The Games People Play
Sarah Jane Higbee hosts me today, talking about games and entertainment ... of the fictional variety, that is. Check it out: https://sjhigbee.wordpress.com/2018/04/28/guest-post-lindsey-duncan-discussing-how-she-developed-entertainment......
Stories From Marco!
A few weeks ago, Marco Dijkstra of Barely A Blogger hosted me talking about (what else?) Scylla and Charybdis. Today, I have two stories of his to share. He's experimenting with writing styles and would love feedback ...For those who enjoy ......
Wednesday Wanderings: The Tale (Tail) of the Kearl
There's one prominent character in Scylla and Charybdis who never utters a word ... of dialogue, that is. She has a full range of sounds and expression at her disposal.
I'm speaking of Penelope, who is a kearl: a genetically engineered monkey-cat hybrid, designed to be a comfort and companion animal. ...
Monday Layover at …
Today I'm visiting Kate Coe's blog and talking about not only Scylla and Charybdis, but other creative endeavors. And dogs: https://writingandcoe.co.uk/category/blog/...
Song Styles
As I've mentioned before, my Scylla and Charybdis soundtrack is largely composed of songs that are older to me - ones I've been familiar with for a while. One of these was massively popular when it was released ... and it was the song I lear......
Hanging out with Jennifer
I'm over at the blog of Jennifer Lee Rossman today. She very kindly let me ramble about whatever I wanted:http://jenniferleerossman.blogspot.com/2018/04/scylla-and-charybdis.html...