This is a super-short bonus scene I wrote as a guest blog once. It is the first (but probably not the last) crossover story between my series. I hope you enjoy it! “I’m not supposed to autoport anywhere I haven’t already been,” I insist. The book said I could literally send myself into the middle […]
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Bonus Scene: Grace in the Loft
This bonus scene was originally posted during the YA Scavenger Hunt, but I didn’t want to deprive anyone who missed the hunt so I’m re-posting it here. (Warning: If you haven’t read Sweet Venom yet, this is a spoiler. It is that final chapter—and the first chapter of Sweet Shadows—told from a different character’s viewpoint.) […]
Gretchen and the Nemean Lion
This short story first appeared as part of the YA Scavenger in March/April 2012. “There you are.” I snatch the giant flame-colored feather from the field of red and orange tulips next to the old Dutch windmill. Ursula got tricky with this last one, thinking it would blend in with all the flowers. I shove […]
Which Medusa Sister Are You?
Sweet Venom stars Gretchen, Grace and Greer, identical triplets who–although genetically the same–have been raised in very different lifestyles. Which means they’ve grown up to be three very different girls. Want to know which sister you’re most like? Take this short quiz to find out. 1. It’s the first day of school and you’re getting dressed. What […]
Fashion Tips From Greer
Hello readers, At Tera’s request, I am here to offer you a handful of fashion tips. First, grooming is essential. You cannot be fashionable with frizzy hair, rough cuticles, or unkempt eyebrows. Make personal care a priority. I set aside one evening each week to pamper myself with a home spa. Second, find your own […]
Fighting Tips From Gretchen
If you want to win a fight, with a beastie or a human, remember these things: Evaluate your environment. Check the space around you for exits, obstacles, and potential weapons. These are things you or your opponent might be able to use. Use the element of surprise. If you can sneak up on your opponent, […]