Hey, questers, it’s been a WHILE, hasn’t it? I’ve been an inconsistent blogger (again), and only a marginally better bookstagrammer.
But one of the (few) good reasons I have for my absence is this:
I’ve been working on a short story that’s a special gift for my newsletter subscribers. It’s called Petrichor, and it’s about as far from my typical YA fantasy fare as anything I’ve ever written. (In terms of tone, not content. Don’t worry, I didn’t up and decide to write something inappropriate.)
So. Why did I write something in such a different genre?
It’s because some stories show up on the doorstep of your mind and don’t rightly care who’s been there before them. Petrichor didn’t care that it wasn’t a fairytale. It showed up to be eerie, haunting, and perhaps a little thought-provoking.
And what better time to share it with you than right around Halloween?
Petrichor. He told me that was the name of the smell after it rained.
There’s a lot Tillie doesn’t remember. They say it’s amnesia, that she hit her head in a crash. But when her isolated countryside house becomes haunted by a pair of ghosts, old memories come knocking.
Some doors must not be opened.
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You’re all AWESOME. I hope you enjoy reading this eerie little tale as much as I loved writing it!
I haven’t had the chance to read it yet, but I’m super excited to! <3
(also.. what's up with the name Tillie being associated with the supernatural/eccentric? Like I don't think I've ever met a character with the name who isn't off in some way XD
Yay! I can’t wait for you to read it, Sarah! 😀
HA. That is an excellent observation. I think the only other Tillie I’ve come across is the one from Once Upon a Time, but she was definitely in the eccentric category too. XDDD
Omigoodness it’s so good!
I love the tone and setting, and the use of words throughout.
It felt haunting.
EEEP, THANK YOU SO M U C H. <33333 I'm delighted that the haunting feeling came across. Thanks for reading it, Skye!!!
WOW!!! This story was SO GOOD, Tracey!!! ^_^ I agree with Skye, the tone and setting were amazing, as were the word choices!
Wow, thank yoooouuu!!! I’m so, so happy to hear that, Jen! *hugs* And thanks for reading!