“Only five today, sir,” Jake said as Ryan came aboard The Moon-shadow. “Only…” Ryan murmured, glancing at the corpses lined up on the deck, wrapped in blankets. “Is everyone aboard?” Ryan turned to the crew. “Aye, Captain!” They shouted. “Let’s go,” Ryan waved his arm and the crew ran to grab their oars, rowing the … Continue reading Sneak peek…
Author: sallieolson
S.R. Olson lives in rural Minnesota with her two Miniature Pinschers. She has two daughters and three grand-daughters. She's been writing since she was a child and has had many articles published.
(Deleted Scene from the Quest of the Guardians series) “C’mon son,” Sutton said, gesturing to Ezra as they hiked up the moonlit hill behind the Arh’et School of Hornberry Draw. “We gots t’ find a good place t’ bury all this broken glass.” He adjusted the burlap sack that was digging into his right shoulder. … Continue reading The Bear and the Princess
Dust of Earth: “Hurry, you must go!” Jakin tugged at his wife’s arm, gesturing down a dark corridor echoing with the sounds of the battle outside. “Now! There is no time!” He held the torch higher to light the way for her as she followed the soldiers of the King’s Guard. Down the passageway and … Continue reading Five books…five sample scenes…
Earlier today I was updating this website and I realized I never did an official announcement of the release of Spark of Fire! Puzzled, I looked back at my calendar and realized I was recovering from my second major surgery about that time, so I'm going to blame the after-effects of anesthesia. After all, I … Continue reading Episode Four: Spark of Fire
I love the original covers because they represent important symbols in the story. But, feedback indicates "They don't really tell you what kind of story it is." So...I'm trying out some new covers, which I also love because they're so fun! Which do you prefer? (Please post your vote in the comment section). Original Covers: … Continue reading Vote here! Which covers do you prefer?
Days of Chaos: Mya Tate lives in a peaceful world where everyone knows how to do magic—even her naughty little brother, Dillon. But then one day, the magic stops working... Prequel to the Quest of the Guardians series, Days of Chaos follows one family's experience of the events leading up to the opening scene of … Continue reading QotG Book Blurbs:
Brakyn pushed leaves into the corner with his snout, arranging them just-so before plopping down to rest. He shifted back and forth, burrowing into the pile until he was satisfied, then curled his long neck around his side and settled his head on his haunch. “Ahhhh…” he murmured, closing his eyes. He listened to the … Continue reading A Dragon Tale…
I am happy to report that Gust of Wind, Episode Three in the Quest of the Guardians series is now available! You can find it on the Quest of the Guardians website, Amazon, and other online book retailers (some are still processing the listing). Lost in the folds of time, Jakin has fallen into a … Continue reading Episode Three: Gust of Wind, NOW AVAILABLE!
“Here’s your damn baby-wipes, Twenty-Seven!” Jane stepped aside as her twin sister, Sue, barged into the house. Sue glared at Jane’s ratty robe. “Have you even taken a shower since we moved you in here?” “It burns,” Jane mumbled, sitting at the table. “It does not burn,” Sue snapped. “The plumber checked the settings on … Continue reading 2019 Halloween Tale: Twenty-Seven
It's hard to believe it's been so long since I last posted an update. It was not intentional, the days have just rushed by in a blur! But I want you all to know that the first draft of Gust of Wind is almost finished. There's about thirty scenes left to write and then I … Continue reading Where did the time go?
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