Tag Archives: Anthony D Faircloth

Anthony D Faircloth- Aprilish Newsletter

The Nonplus Adventures of a Self-publishing Writer: An Encouraging Word One day, recently I got it into my head to write something to encourage people wavering on the edge of this writing thing, so I did. It’s called, How to be a Happy Writer. This booklet is not a ‘how-to write’ book, nor a ‘how to make money writing’ book (once… (more…)

Anthony D Faircloth Newsletter- February/March

The Nonplus Adventures of a Self-publishing Writer: My Brain Unbridled I’m having difficulty writing recently. It’s not that I don’t have any ideas- I have plenty. It’s not “writer’s block” per se since most often I need only to start pressing keys and something comes out. It’s that my brain won’t do what I want it to! I have two stories I… (more…)

Sarc the Explorer by Sean Shroll & Anthony D Faircloth

It was a seventy short years after the crash of the Blue Star when Sarc looked out from under his cap, the rain stinging his face. The wind blew constantly, pushing raindrops parallel to the ocean’s surface. He scanned the horizon, eyes squinted hearing the faint beating of the surf upon the rocks. He scanned the ocean for rocks but… (more…)

Anthony D Faircloth- January 2015 Newsletter

The Nonplus Adventures of a Self-publishing Writer: Getting Started- Not Alone (Just Us 2)   So, I just started back at it… the writing thing, after taking a few months off. Of course I don’t suppose I actually took the time off, since I wrote a couple of short stories and started notes on several others. What I mean is… (more…)

Hypersite War: The Legend of Little Jim

In essence, Little Jim’s existence has its basis in stories told 2-3 years after the beginning of the infestation. Stories began to surface telling of a teenage boy, endowed with all the powers of a Host, but without all the psychotic craziness. In all of the stories, the boy appears during a Host attack and saves the day. Sometimes he kills the Host… (more…)

Anthony D Faircloth- Christmas Special Newsletter

The Nonplus Adventures of a Self-publishing Writer: Merry Christmas, and happy holidays! I thought I’d put out a Christmas newsletter, to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy Holiday season, as well as let you know what’s going on at the ol’ Faircloth Family micro-farm. One of my doe rabbits had a litter of bunnies on Thanksgiving morning. Though several… (more…)

Elbraith and Verduun’s Golden Apples

Elbraith AnCluin was a mighty warrior among his people. He was a good leader and became chief of his clan, reigning for over thirty years. There was a younger Elbraith however, a man of fifteen who seemed to find trouble around every bend in the road. He is the Elbraith of this story. **** Elbraith AnCluin swatted the last of… (more…)

Anthony D Faircloth – Fourth Quarter Newsletter

The Nonplus Adventures of a Self-publishing Writer: Cover Shoot for “Just Us” Part Duex   The photo shoot is complete, long live the photo shoot! I decided to rethink this picture and just use the two main characters, Tobi and Yancy. Tobi is portrayed by Gabby Lofland, a talented writer and violinist, and Yancy is played by my son, Samuel,… (more…)

Hypersite War: Della Braxton’s Story

Della Braxton placed the last piece of chicken on the platter. “Hey baby, take this plate to the living room please.” Della’s daughter-in-law complied quickly. “Sure Momma, not a problem.” In the living room, several long white plastic tables sat. “First Apostolic Church” was written in marker on the edges of the tables, having been borrowed with the chairs from… (more…)

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Jerry Bedford smiled across the desk at his boss, Maynard Hanson. “Yes, sir, it was good to have you tour our facility. I hope you had a good experience. Since my car is in the shop today, I’ll get one of my people to take you back to the airport.” Jerry rose quickly and stepped into the hall. He frowned.… (more…)