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On being published, and how it changed my life

Posted on January 11, 2017 by jrizzotto0808

Two years ago, I got sick and tired of my pathetic longing to publish my novel. My book project was only one year into the revised drafts, and I felt like time was running out. Let’s face it –I’m not … Continue reading →

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The Cave

Posted on July 6, 2016 by jrizzotto0808

“For once, I’d like to eat something that wasn’t charred black!” “Why do I always have to cook? If you don’t like what I serve, do it yourself!” Meghan could hear her parents argue from the other end of the … Continue reading →

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College of the Crones- Chp.3 Part Three

Posted on March 2, 2016 by jrizzotto0808

The prince calmed himself as he composed his reply. Everything inside him wanted to scream in this insignificant worm’s face. He called upon his magic to quiet the storm, difficult as it was to do so in this iron-filled land. … Continue reading →

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College of the Crones- Chp.3 Part Two

Posted on February 29, 2016 by jrizzotto0808

“Of course, I would be pleased to have a word with the mayor,” the prince answered instead.  He had to continue the charade if he was going to achieve his goals. Still, maybe he could appoint a royal advisor to … Continue reading →

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College of the Crones- Chp 3 Part One

Posted on February 25, 2016 by jrizzotto0808

Interruption As he descended the spiral staircase into the great hall, the prince was pleased to see his servants, dressed as mice, standing quietly at their posts, ready to receive guests. Masked musicians had begun to play, filling the hall … Continue reading →

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College of the Crones-Chp 2 pt 2

Posted on January 14, 2016 by jrizzotto0808

  As the days grew shorter and the nights longer, the prince could not help but brood on his once perfect life. Being immortal gave him endless years to think on what he had lost. This world was a desolate … Continue reading →

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The College of the Crones Chp 2

Posted on January 11, 2016 by jrizzotto0808

Chapter Two Part One- Masquerade Ball Although there were nightly parties at the prince’s castle, everyone’s favorite event was the harvest festival masquerade ball.  All the landowners and townspeople came dressed in elaborate and often ridiculous costumes.  The prince savored … Continue reading →

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College of the Crones- cont.

Posted on December 28, 2015 by jrizzotto0808

Chapter One- The Funeral- Part 3 But the prince was overwhelmingly handsome, charming in speech, and strong in will, and none of the women who joined his court could resist him. Mikel had shielded her, his importance as a blacksmith … Continue reading →

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College of the Crones-cont.

Posted on December 27, 2015 by jrizzotto0808

  Chapter One- The Funeral- Part 2 Even though his body was never found, Mikel was declared dead, in accordance with the law in Beautiful. Because of her husband’s great service to their village, the mayor wanted to make sure … Continue reading →

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College of the Crones- revised

Posted on December 27, 2015 by jrizzotto0808

Chapter One- Funeral Part 1 Erin looked over her shoulder, shivering at the icy cloud of death surrounding the somber villagers as they silently filed into the council chamber. She smoothed down her long black dress elegantly trimmed with black … Continue reading →

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