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He lowered his glass, now less than half full. "I might even look on it as an… experiment. And you understand that there is more to consider than simply the girl’s level of education. She would be spending more than half her time far from here, in another Principality, living under different customs, mingling with girls from very different backgrounds." And that might be the best thing that could happen to her, thought Jerya. She took her first sip of coffee before making another measured reply. "I understand your position, I think, Your Highness. But is there anything in particular you require from me at this juncture?" He blinked a couple of times. "Countess, you cut to the heart of the matter with admirable directness. My question is this. In light of the… complicated nature of prior dealings between us, I felt I could not simply take for granted that you would welcome a daughter of mine to your school."

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Book 7 of The Shattered Moon, working title The Principle of Detachment, has 21instances of ‘welcome’.
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It's been a good long time since I posted a Snip — I've not been writing recently because next week I'm in a play!
After that I'm hoping my free time will expand and I'll get some words on pages!

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No words today. Brain and body not playing along.

I am definitely going to do just that. Starting on it this weekend, in fact.

Tell me more about your #AwesomeCharacters

Let's talk about gifts!🎁

Are there gift giving occasions in your world? If so, is your character easy to buy for?

What do they like to get? (Items, experiences, other?)

Do they give good gifts to others?

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The #WIPSnips word for October 10th is "prize" #WriteSky #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts

Back to Born in Blood. Going with vibes, as the scene is about an argument over a captured city. Hazen's desire to consider Rhodol's need beyond war and Deodar's obsession with conquering Sard clash. Kali and Ceris attempt an intervention.

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What kind of prize entices a chaos gremlin? The kind likely to cause more chaos, obviously... 😬

From Tennyson's arc of The Atlas Brothers Break the Multiverse

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Pain bleeds into his very bones, but he won't stop until the #prize is at the bottom of the lake where it belongs. As he approaches, the girl---the monster---opens its eyes, plates of gold without pupils. A worm of disgust unfurls in his guts.

#WIPSnips no prize, but I have 'gift'. Close enough.

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I stupidly didn't have the revpit account belled and completely missed this. I have a new project I’m looking to start querying soon, but i have no query materials cooked up yet and it's not even edited yet.

Damn, I forgot to bell the Revpit acc. Completely missed this. Have nothing for the WIP I'm looking to focus on right now.

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In a temple to a near-forgotten goddess of love and pleasure, Grinks and her friends find what they were looking for - but this is only the start of their adventures.

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Had to go with "Win" as there's no "Prize."

Laz (vampire) and Maurice (old) take Lof (demon) to Bingo and Laz gets spooked after having seen Cyrus (bastard) in person.

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For 15 remarkable years, Down & Out Books proudly published nearly 1,000 titles, collaborated with over 500 talented authors, and earned more than 50 prestigious awards. Today, however, we must announce the closure of our operations. We extend our deepest gratitude to the gifted authors who entrusted us with their stories and to our loyal readers who brought those stories to life through their passion and support. Regrettably, a sharp decline in sales since 2020 has made continued financial investment unsustainable. As a result, no further payments will be issued. In the coming weeks, all titles will be withdrawn from distribution channels, and rights will revert to their respective authors and editors in accordance with their contracts. Your unwavering dedication has been the heart of our journey, and we are profoundly grateful for every moment. Thank you for being part of the Down & Out family. Sincerely, ---E Eric E. Campbell Publisher, Down & Out Books

Here's the email sent by the owner of Down & Out Books, announcing that the publisher is closing and that a "sharp decline in sales" means no further royalties will be paid (authors say that's been true for some time)

I remember this one too.
I mostly watched mine for the kickass space battles.

#WIPSnips from Monah's Bk. 1 -- going for vibes with "winning" -- Yasmeen's POV, Faldor's resistance discusses strategy and political alignments. {Yasmeen is Criseyde's assistant and trusted confidant.}
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Wing Commander movie poster.

I'll show you mine if you show me yours.

(I wore out that tape to uselessness)

That's some dedication to the bit right there.

A little background on Yuhwa's people, the Jadoube. Also a key reason texts of prophetic or helpful documents are thin on the ground 👀
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So, basically, geodes?

'prize', from Black Husk. During an away team soirée on an alien station, Avalynne considers her confusing feelings for her captain.

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One of the ways I like worldbuilding is subtle and natural.
I used rewarding ~ prize.
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No prizes to be won in Mortem but I did find a gift? Close enough XD #writesky #WIPSnips

Sorry for the lack of #WIPSnips! Been bombarded with life! Here’s is today’s word! #amwriting #WriteSky #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts #QueerFantasyReads

Today on #WIPSnips, Phil Grundy learns his daughter is the prize in a jousting contest, and reacts with Dad jokes.

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Prize = Treasure

A quiet evening for Spencer and Wren.

From my romantasy wip about a priest of the dead and a thief with a heart of gold.

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Rush’s slapstick demonstration of the wrong one has finally come to an end.

A lighthearted look the dynamic between Rushak Cerel and Drisal.

- Brother’s Keeper, book one of my fantasy WIP about two brothers bound by a misunderstood power.

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Oh sweet summer child 🥲

For context, Kena has a rare eye color associated with the elite family he ran away from.

From Book 1 of my #Atlantis trilogy.