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Fairy tale inspired short story: Silverweed Muffins
Published on 2012-04-19 10:47:00
I’m not sure of the exact date, but I wrote Silverweed Muffins more than 5 years ago. It was inspired by Little Red Riding Hood and then it inspired my YA novel: Silverweed: a supernatural fairy tale. I am posting it today because I am giving away the eBook Friday and Saturday (April 20-21) as part of my Spring Free eBook Fridays. (More info about that on my website – www.dorlanavann.me > read more
Free Supernatural Fairy Tales eBook
Published on 2012-04-05 12:28:00
Hi Friends, On my new website/blog www.dorlanavann.me every Friday this spring (March – May) I am posting about a Free Kindle eBook. This week I am giving away Supernatural Fairy Tales – my collection of short stories, most of which originated on this blog. When I first started this blog, about 5 years ago, I would challenge myself at the beginning of the month by picking a classic fairy tale and a supernatural natural element, combining the two to write a short story, and then post it by t [..] > read more
Why Do I Dislike Beauty & the Beast?
Published on 2012-01-21 14:05:00
I was watching TV with my son, Dean, and a commercial for the new revised 3D Beauty & the Beast, along with the announcement of the new short from Tangled, came on. Dean was like, let’s go see it and watch the Tangled show and then leave. I was like, yeah, I don’t like Beauty and the Beast, either. So that got me wondering, why. Why do I dislike Beauty and the Beast? I’ve been using fairy tales as story inspirations for a long time – sometimes I go on what I know about the fairy [..] > read more
A Fun Dragon Tale (flash fiction)
Published on 2012-01-11 07:59:00
The GuardbyDorlana Vann It felt as if the castle walls were closing in on me. With each passing moment, my eyes grew heavier, as did my head, as I struggled to keep watch. But my thoughts must be enough to keep me awake till dawn, for the dragon had escaped its chains and until its capture, I am the princess’s night keeper. The fair maiden, with her golden hair sprawled upon the pillow, was only beautiful while she slept. Otherwise a creature, one may dare say, more horrifying than the [..] > read more
Free - Supernatural Fairy Tales eBook
Published on 2012-01-08 09:44:00
Hi Friends, Just a quick note to let you know that the Kindle edtion of my fairy tale inspired, paranormal anothology, Supernatural Fairy Tales, is FREE over on Amazon (worldwide) until Jan, 10, 2012. There are 9 short stories, which were inspired by classic fairy tales - Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, The Emperor’s New Clothes, Rumpelstilzchen, The Little Mermaid and more. These short stories are not retellings of the original tales but were inspired by them. They are paranormal them [..] > read more
A Thank You and Happy New Year!
Published on 2011-12-30 08:49:00
A big THANK YOU to the following people who kindly mentioned the Free eBook or reviewed “The Princes of Tanlgeforest” on their blog, facebook, and/or Tweeter. JFay of Studio 3B: The Wick'd Woman of Potions - Gothic, vampire, horror, victorian, steampunk themed perfumes and jewelry. Website: http://www.studio3bonline.com/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/wickdjfay Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/#!/wickdjfay Author Loretta Wheeler: Find her short stories on B&N and Amazon under Lor [..] > read more
Fairy Tale (The Frog Prince & Merlin) Inspired Short Story
Published on 2011-12-27 09:03:00
Weeping Lake By Dorlana Vann Vivian stood on the side of the lake. Her bright hair waved like the water as the wind graciously blew in from the south. She inhaled and then looked down at her newly acquired engagement ring. She had said yes, but she knew that wasn’t what she had meant. Everyone had been there, watching them, watching her with anticipated excitement. And since she did love and respect Scott, she didn’t want to humiliate him by saying no. But it was just too soon. She didn [..] > read more
Free Kindle eBook: The Princes of Tanlgeforest
Published on 2011-12-21 14:21:00
Hi Friends, The Kindle Edition of my young adult fairy tale inspired contemporary fantasy, The Princes of Tanlgeforest, will be FREE December 23, 2011 - December 27, 2011. Follow this link: Free Kindle U.S. Copy of The Princes of Tangleforest or any of the links below for your free copy. Free Amazon.UK copy Free Amazon.DE copy Free Amazon.FR copy Free Amazon.IT copy Free Amazon.ES copy Tweet to Win More! United States only: Tweet the following DEC 23, 24, 25, 26, or 27th to be entered in [..] > read more
The Ghost of Christmas Past inspired short story
Published on 2011-12-12 07:52:00
The GiftbyDorlana Vann Paris, TX 1873 At first Cynthia was afraid to look out the window. She was afraid she would see the ghostly figure out by the horses again, stirring them up, making them run and complain. But she was expecting someone; she had to look. The speck of hope that the person riding up the path was her husband immediately died away. The man hunched over and rode at a steady pace, like he had all the time in the world. The sudden ominous sorrow she felt was overwhelming. Cyn [..] > read more
Three Fairy Tale Inspired Book Giveaways in December
Published on 2011-12-09 09:30:00
Hi Friends, There are three different giveaways going on this month for my fairy tale inspired books. The Princes of Tangleforest, Supernatural Fairy Tales anthology, and Silverweed: a supernatural fairy tale. The first one I want to tell you about is for The Princes of Tangleforest. This YA novel has had a tough time getting out in the world. So I decided to enroll it in Amazon’s newest opportunity for indie writers. It is now available to Amazon’s Prime Members to borrow for free in th [..] > read more
What? No supernatural? No Fairy Tales?
Published on 2011-12-04 11:17:00
pirate ship by Dean Vann My main writing focus/genre has been the supernatural for a long time. It’s easy for me to remember when it all began because I started writing Jaclyn’s Ghost right after my son, Dean, was born, and he’ll be eight-years-old soon. I actually wrote my first fairy tale inspired short story about 19 years ago but didn’t start my blog and/or using them as my main inspiration until around 5 years ago. I have not worked outside the home since Dean was born and all he [..] > read more
Fairy tale inspired short story, Blueberry Eyes by Dorlana Vann
Published on 2011-11-20 09:16:00
Blueberry Eyes by Dorlana Vann Her long auburn hair kept slipping from its desired position of behind her to in her face and into her cooking pot. When she finally had enough of pushing it back, she left her concoction to go pull it up. She frowned at the vague remembrance of herself as a little girl in ginger-red pigtails as she stared in the mirror. But soon she couldn’t recall what she had been thinking about and went back to her kitchen. Bubbles and smoke billowed from the large black [..] > read more
Silverweed: a supernatural fairy tale is now available in paperback!
Published on 2011-06-21 12:45:00
Silverweed: a supernatural fairy is now available in paperback for $6.99.It is also available in eBook for .99 cents, and you can catch episodes for free on my blog, http://www.fairytalenovel.blogspot.com/ . I'm also giving away 5 copies over at > read more
New Serialized Fairy Tale Novel: The Princes of Tangleforest
Published on 2011-06-11 15:20:00
A quick update: Starting July 5 2011, I will be adding my newest young adult fairy tale inspired novel, THE PRINCES OF TANGLEFOREST, to my new blog, http://www.fairytalenovel.blogspot.com/. (The eBook will be available in July as well. > read more
New Serialized Fairy Tale Novel: The Princes of Tangleforest
Published on 2011-06-11 15:20:00
A quick update: Starting July 5 2011, I will be adding my newest young adult fairy tale inspired novel, THE PRINCES OF TANGLEFOREST, to my new blog, http://www.fairytalenovel.blogspot.com/. (The eBook will be available in July as well. > read more
And They Lived Happily Ever After… The End
Published on 2011-02-02 08:26:00
Hi Friends, Over the past several years, I have enjoyed everyone’s stories and artwork and enthusiasm about fairy tales tremendously. This was a very difficult decision, but it seems as if it’s time for me to move on to new creative adventures. > read more
And They Lived Happily Ever After… The End
Published on 2011-02-02 08:26:00
Hi Friends, Over the past several years, I have enjoyed everyone’s stories and artwork and enthusiasm about fairy tales tremendously. This was a very difficult decision, but it seems as if it’s time for me to move on to new creative adventures. > read more
Silverweed: Chapter 7b, Episode 13 - A fairy tale inspired YA dark fantasy
Published on 2011-01-28 08:38:00
I Must Act Craftily So I Can Catch BothChapter 7b Episode 13by Dorlana Vann “Is it dead?” Scarlet asked, trying to ignore the tears that seeped down Diesel’s cheeks. Aiden took a step forward and stared down at the werewolf. “Are you sure > read more
Silverweed: Chapter 7 Episode 12 – a Little Red inspired werewolf web-serial
Published on 2011-01-21 08:36:00
I Must Act Craftily So I Can Catch BothChapter 7 Episode 12By Dorlana Vann Scarlet heard the boys arguing and tried to concentrate on their conversation but couldn’t stop looking at the monster on the floor in the pink gown. “Where’s your gra > read more
Silverweed: Chapter 6, Episode 11 – a fairy tale inspired YA dark fantasy
Published on 2011-01-14 08:38:00
“Good Day,” Said The WolfChapter 6 Episode 11By Dorlana Vann Within an hour, Aiden had dinner and the muffins cooked and the table set. When he walked through the living room on his way to get his grandmother, he heard the wind as it wailed and b > read more
Reviews, Guest Spots, and Great Book Blogs
Published on 2011-01-09 14:47:00
There are so many great book blogs out there and lots and lots of opportunities to win books and to read about current or upcoming novels. I have had the pleasure of being a guest or having Silverweed reviewed by a few of these blogs in the last coup > read more
Reviews, Guest Spots, and Great Book Blogs
Published on 2011-01-09 14:47:00
There are so many great book blogs out there and lots and lots of opportunities to win books and to read about current or upcoming novels. I have had the pleasure of being a guest or having Silverweed reviewed by a few of these blogs in the last coup > read more
Silverweed: Chapter 6, Episode 10 – a little red riding hood inspired web-serial
Published on 2011-01-07 08:02:00
“Good Day,” Said The WolfChapter 6 Episode 10By Dorlana Vann Saturday: NightExcept for the constant chill, the unfamiliar surroundings, and no cable, Aiden’s day hadn’t been as bad as he had expected it to be. After his mom had left, he ha > read more
Fantasy Poetry by Charlotte Beard
Published on 2011-01-05 08:24:00
Appleseedsby Charlotte BeardISomewhere Jimmy Crack Corn is King James of the Stalks, on his little heada copper crown with a single emerald. He peelsa husk on his throne of straw and damns scarecrowsto underground basements to eternallyfind needles i > read more
Fantasy Poetry by Charlotte Beard
Published on 2011-01-05 08:24:00
Appleseedsby Charlotte BeardISomewhere Jimmy Crack Corn is King James of the Stalks, on his little heada copper crown with a single emerald. He peelsa husk on his throne of straw and damns scarecrowsto underground basements to eternallyfind needles i > read more
Happy 2011
Published on 2011-01-01 15:59:00
Hi Friends!I have gobbled up my black-eyed peas and am ready for a good year of fairy tales, stories, art, and fun. Before I get to what’s up this month, I wanted to invite authors and artists to be our guests. We are looking for short stories, poe > read more
Happy 2011
Published on 2011-01-01 15:59:00
Hi Friends!I have gobbled up my black-eyed peas and am ready for a good year of fairy tales, stories, art, and fun. Before I get to what’s up this month, I wanted to invite authors and artists to be our guests. We are looking for short stories, poe > read more
Silverweed: Chapter 5, Episode 9 – a fairy tale inspired dark fantasy
Published on 2010-12-31 08:47:00
Half A League From The VillageChapter 5, Episode 9By Dorlana VannSaturday: NightScarlet found her mom in the little mud room on the other side of the kitchen folding a load of laundry. That was all Scarlet ever knew her to do—work. She had told Sca > read more
Silverweed: Chapter 5, Episode 8 – a YA web-serial inspired by Little Red Riding Hood
Published on 2010-12-24 09:58:00
Half A League From The VillageChapter 5, Episode 8By Dorlana Vann Saturday: NightGrabbing the red bikini she had bought at the end of last season, Scarlet yanked the tags off and threw it into her already stuffed suitcase.“Are you sure you pa > read more
Review--Linger by Maggie Stiefvater
Published on 2010-12-14 08:58:00
My dogs enjoyed my reading Linger—there were plenty of extra hugs as the story progressed with the same solid senses of hope and sadness as Shiver, the tale it continues. Ms. Stiefvater uses sadness like an expert make-up artist, highlighting the t > read more
Review--Linger by Maggie Stiefvater
Published on 2010-12-14 08:58:00
My dogs enjoyed my reading Linger—there were plenty of extra hugs as the story progressed with the same solid senses of hope and sadness as Shiver, the tale it continues. Ms. Stiefvater uses sadness like an expert make-up artist, highlighting the t > read more
Taylor Jackson’s Fashionable Fairy Tale Photos
Published on 2010-12-07 07:41:00
Taylor Jackson is a student with a love of photography and photo manipulation. Her images are meant to have a story behind them and combine aspects of fashion and surrealism. "Fairytales are often a huge inspiration in my work because you can take an > read more
Taylor Jackson’s Fashionable Fairy Tale Photos
Published on 2010-12-07 07:41:00
Taylor Jackson is a student with a love of photography and photo manipulation. Her images are meant to have a story behind them and combine aspects of fashion and surrealism. "Fairytales are often a huge inspiration in my work because you can take an > read more
Wolves, a Fun Bloody Giveaway, and Fairy Tales of course
Published on 2010-12-01 08:23:00
Hi Friends,I’m excited to tell y’all about the BLOODY KISS'MAS GIVEAWAY EXTRAVAGANZA!!This Giveway is brought to you by Wick'd Reads and Vampire Wear and being is hosted exclusively by Paperback Dolls. Visit the Doll's website for a list of autho > read more
Wolves, a Fun Bloody Giveaway, and Fairy Tales of course
Published on 2010-12-01 08:23:00
Hi Friends,I’m excited to tell y’all about the BLOODY KISS'MAS GIVEAWAY EXTRAVAGANZA!!This Giveway is brought to you by Wick'd Reads and Vampire Wear and being is hosted exclusively by Paperback Dolls. Visit the Doll's website for a list of autho > read more
Review -- Kooky Pets by Koldo Barroso
Published on 2010-11-18 08:01:00
Have you ever wanted to meet the warm fuzzy hiding out in the crawl space behind your heart? How about finding out what your imaginary friend from childhood became? Perhaps they come from the Kooky imaginarium, described and illustrated by the talent > read more
Review -- Kooky Pets by Koldo Barroso
Published on 2010-11-18 08:01:00
Have you ever wanted to meet the warm fuzzy hiding out in the crawl space behind your heart? How about finding out what your imaginary friend from childhood became? Perhaps they come from the Kooky imaginarium, described and illustrated by the talent > read more
Fairy Tale Week at Paperback Dolls
Published on 2010-11-15 07:41:00
Hi Friends,I just wanted to give you a quick reminder about Fairy Tale Week at Paperback Dolls. I'll be a guest, Wednesday, November 17, 2010, blogging about using fairy tales as inspiration. I’ll also be giving away this yummy candle, Supernatural > read more
Fairy Tale Week at Paperback Dolls
Published on 2010-11-15 07:41:00
Hi Friends,I just wanted to give you a quick reminder about Fairy Tale Week at Paperback Dolls. I'll be a guest, Wednesday, November 17, 2010, blogging about using fairy tales as inspiration. I’ll also be giving away this yummy candle, Supernatural > read more
Steampunk in Color
Published on 2010-11-05 11:36:00
by: Linda Lindsey Thanks for having me on your blog. I've been sewing for 33 years and costuming for 21. Most of that 21 years was with the Society for Creative Anachronism making Medieval and Renaissance historical clothing. A couple of years ago, > read more