When I find an author I really like, I usually go deep and read everything they’ve ever written. I trust them to tell a good story, but I also like the way they tell a story. Mood, tone, pacing, flow—they matter. And there are places I don’t like to go, so when I find a writer whose tastes align with mine, ah! Bliss! Continue reading
Author: FORTHRIGHT
Clumsy 021: At a Loss
Disclaimer: I do hereby disclaim all rights and responsibilities for the characters in this topsy turvy tale… especially for the one who’s speechless. A nod of recognition is bent towards Rumiko Takahashi for her creative prowess.
Chapter 21: At a Loss
My bride? He’d always harbored a vague picture Continue reading
Clumsy 020: All Yours
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Chapter 20: All Yours
At sunset that evening, Kagomaru closed the shrine doors and turned to find Continue reading
Clumsy 019: Falling on Deaf Ears
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Chapter 19: Falling on Deaf Ears
The Western Lord returned to the sanctuary of his home Continue reading
Sesshoumaru-sama,” she breathed, eyes wide. “Do you need advice about girls?”
—Lord Charming, Chapter 8, “Breed Standard”
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Clumsy 018: A Double-Edged Promise
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Chapter 18: A Double-Edged Promise
Sesshoume sat in the window of her room, Continue reading
Clumsy 017: Doomed by Compassion
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Chapter 17: Doomed by Compassion
Kagomaru’s explanation rambled Continue reading
FanArt: Shippo

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Clumsy 016: Getting to the Bottom
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Chapter 16: Getting to the Bottom
Hunting down the poor wretch who’d brought harm to his precious daughter Continue reading
Clumsy 015: The Second Demon
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Chapter 15: The Second Demon
Kagomaru stood and turned towards the house, only to Continue reading
Clumsy 014: Suspicious Behavior
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Chapter 14: Suspicious Behavior
The Western Lord patiently awaited an answer. Continue reading
Clumsy 013: Parental Concern
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Chapter 13: Parental Concern
“Good morning, daughter.” Continue reading
She snorted at him. Sesshoumaru was certain this was a first. His mother was too genteel to indulge in such unladylike behavior, and no one else would dare.
—Lord Charming, Chapter 86, “Derisive Snort”
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Clumsy 012: A Fierce Lady
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Chapter 12: A Fierce Lady
The demoness tugged unhappily at the spoiled fabric of her Continue reading
Lord Charming FAQ
Q. Will you make your chapters longer?
A. Nope. I’m fond of the 100-word “perfect drabble” format, and I’m sticking with it for this story.
Q. Do you know how many chapters will be in Lord Charming?
A. Nope. But once I get close to the end of the story, I’ll aim to finish on a nice, round number.
Q. Do you know where you’re going with the story?
A. Yes. This is the course I’d set for Lord Charming right from the beginning.
Q. I’m confused. Why don’t you ever explain what’s happening? Continue reading