Author Archives: Kristin

When to Self-Publish

Posted on May 3, 2013 by Kristin

I  have to disagree with some of author Dean Wesley Smith’s conclusions about short fiction publishing, in his article “When to Mail Short Fiction To Traditional Publishers”. First, he argues that there are only 4 or 5 science fiction magazines worth … Continue reading →

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Part Nine of “The Guild of Swordsmen”

Posted on April 5, 2013 by Kristin

The ninth and final installment of my novella “The Guild of Swordsmen” is now up at Silver Blade.  This is the first time I’ve had a story serialized, so it’s been fun seeing each successive part come out (even though … Continue reading →

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Part Eight of “The Guild of Swordsmen”

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Kristin

In which Lida bends the rules, somewhat. Only one more installment to go!

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Part Seven of “The Guild of Swordsmen”

Posted on March 1, 2013 by Kristin

Featuring His Divine Majesty the Emperor Valtseharu Tahevas, Fifteenth of that Name.  Plus more swordfighting action from Lida.

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Part Six of “The Guild of Swordsmen”

Posted on February 19, 2013 by Kristin

In which the day of the Imperial Guard contest has, at long last, arrived.

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Donald’s in Nature!

Posted on February 6, 2013 by Kristin

Um, with a science fiction story, not a scientific publication.  Nature publishes short science fiction pieces at the end of each issue, and they’re also available online. This one outlines the rights and privileges available to members of Local 623 … Continue reading →

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Another story from Donald in Daily Science Fiction

Posted on February 5, 2013 by Kristin

My husband Donald has another story out in Daily Science Fiction, this one a short, humorous piece about dragons in Hollywood.  You can read it here!

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Part Five of “The Guild of Swordsmen”

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Kristin

In which the authorities respond to last night’s tavern brawl. But are they genuinely concerned about one more bar fight in a restless city?  Or is Lida being singled out for some other reason? Click here to find out.

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Part Four of “The Guild of Swordsmen”

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Kristin

In which we learn what some of Merolliay’s “friends” think about the Imperial Guard contest, and what they want him to do about it. Again, at Silver Blade.

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Read “Clear Skies in Pixieland” for free

Posted on January 11, 2013 by Kristin

For a limited time, I’ve added “Clear Skies in Pixieland” to the Free Fiction page.  Enjoy!  (You can still purchase the Kindle edition here for $1.29 if you prefer that format.)

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