To my Black friends, family, neighbors, fellow humans: I stand behind you, with you, beside you, before you - wherever you need. I support you. Like many of us, I'm trying to determine how I can use my privilege to support Black voices in this ongoing, escalating battle. Here is a list of resources that … Continue reading No justice, no peace.
Catalyst Moon: Exile (Part One)
As promised, here's the first installment to this unreleased Catalyst Moon novella. Enjoy! 😁 ONE Atanar held Ruuk’s gaze and prayed the snow lion’s death would be swift. Although he could not hear Ruuk’s thoughts, he knew the proud beast’s heart and saw the fear in those vivid blue eyes – a mirror of his … Continue reading Catalyst Moon: Exile (Part One)
Introducing: The Catalyst Moon Fan Collective! 😁
Hi there! So, it has been a while since my last post, naturally. Unlike previous times, there is a reason, but I'm not quite ready to share the details of my personal life to this extent. Suffice it to say that much in my life has changed, but I'm still 100% oriented toward all things … Continue reading Introducing: The Catalyst Moon Fan Collective! 😁
Catalyst Moon: Storm is live! (plus Feelings About Things)
Get yours here: US | UK | DE | CA | JP | AU Every book is a journey of sorts, for the author as much as the reader. Storm is important, not just because of the characters' struggles, but also on a deeply personal level for me. Storm is the first book I've completely … Continue reading Catalyst Moon: Storm is live! (plus Feelings About Things)
Catalyst Moon: Exile (Part Nine)
Intro | One | Two | Three | Four | Five | Six | Seven | Eight NINE Surely, he was dreaming, for his mother hummed a lullaby and the scent of sage hung in the air. Both of those were hallmarks of Atanar's childhood; white sage was often burned to calm young children or … Continue reading Catalyst Moon: Exile (Part Nine)
Catalyst Moon: Exile (Part Eight)
Intro | One | Two | Three | Four | Five | Six | Seven Happy reading! 😘 EIGHT There were so many stars. How many hours had he and Nel stared at them, trading stories of each cluster and pinprick of light? No one knew exactly what stars were, of course; some claimed they … Continue reading Catalyst Moon: Exile (Part Eight)
Catalyst Moon: Exile (Part Seven)
Intro Part One Part Two Part Three Part Four Part Five Part Six Enjoy! 😊 SEVEN The Aredian merchants approached slowly, carefully, as one might approach an uncertain face of rock they wished to scale. Atanar stood between Sivoy, Kiluan, Tartok, and Corvac, who'd insisted upon coming. All but Atanar had claymores thrust into … Continue reading Catalyst Moon: Exile (Part Seven)
my murdered darlings – part one
Every writer knows the phrase. I've generally taken it to mean, "only include stuff that serves the story in some way," but many folks have their own interpretations. I'm not going to dissect the axiom here; instead, I'd like to share some of my murdered darlings. These are the story snippets that, for whatever reason, … Continue reading my murdered darlings – part one
Catalyst Moon: Exile (Part Six)
Intro Part One Part Two Part Three Part Four Part Five Enjoy! 😊 SIX Atanar stood at the edge of the kulkri camp, hands bound behind his back while Sivoy and Tikaani argued a few paces away. “He ruined the ambush,” she was saying. “And tried to strangle me!” “In self-defense,” Atanar … Continue reading Catalyst Moon: Exile (Part Six)
Book Four cover reveal and launch date!
Hi there! What a year it's been already. I'm settling into the groove of my full-time author/editor gig. (BTW, I still have slots open if you need editing work! Message me at lauren@laloga.com or see this page for more info.) I'm beyond thrilled to announce that Catalyst Moon: Surrender (Book Four) will be released on … Continue reading Book Four cover reveal and launch date!
2020 update & resources for indie authors
Howdy! I hope your 2020 is off to a fabulous start. Mine certainly is. My last day of work with my former employer has passed, so I am completely freelance. That's right, I am a FULL TIME author now!!! 🎉🤩🎉🥰🚀 I'm thrilled to finally be able to focus 100% of my efforts to my writing … Continue reading 2020 update & resources for indie authors
Catalyst Moon: Exile (Part Five)
Happy 2020 everyone! I hope your year is off to a great start. 🥰 I'll have some updates/news soon, but for now, please enjoy the next installment of Atanar's journey. About Exile. Part One. Part Two. Part Three. Part Four. Five “There you are,” Sivoy said as Atanar and Corvac approached her at the … Continue reading Catalyst Moon: Exile (Part Five)
Catalyst Moon: Exile (Part Four)
Part One. Part Two. Part Three. Happy reading. 😁 FOUR A week later, Atanar paused beside a copse of fir trees, searching for a suitable location for the snare. A well-traveled game trail was best, preferably one surrounded by rocks or thick brush, which would funnel his prey through his chosen spot. Something cracked behind … Continue reading Catalyst Moon: Exile (Part Four)
