It feels like forever but I’ve finally made my way back to the weekend writing warriors. Writers get together and give you a snippet in the form of 8 sentences for an upcoming release, current book or a WIP. Below find my 8 from my new release No Reason to Run. Shane’s walked in on Olivia crying. Not sure why, he feels compelled to soothe her.
“Easy, princess.” He murmured the words close to her ears in hopes of stopping her frantic struggles. At the sound of his voice, she hesitated and then her weight shifted. Her cries died down to sniffles but she allowed him to hold her, the child nestled between them. He bowed his head, keeping them near and smelled baby powder.
Baby-fucking-powder. Mitchell, you are off your game. Somehow, it didn’t matter
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December 29th, 2013 at 10:37 am
Lovely snippet and I really like your title.
December 29th, 2013 at 1:26 pm
Thanks Jess 🙂
December 29th, 2013 at 11:30 am
lol! I love it! “Baby-fucking-powder. Mitchell, you are off your game.” Excellent snippet! Welcome back, Michelle! Glad to see you. Happy New year–many blessings in 2014!
December 29th, 2013 at 1:26 pm
Thanks Teresa. It’s good to be back. I forgot how much fun it is reading all the snippets
December 29th, 2013 at 11:31 am
I like your title too and the tension in this snippet is fabulous. Well done.
December 29th, 2013 at 1:25 pm
Much appreciated SJ. Why are titles so hard? LOL
December 29th, 2013 at 12:10 pm
An intriguing snippet, could really visualize the action from your description, nice touch with the baby power. Excellent excerpt!
December 29th, 2013 at 1:24 pm
I’m glad you liked it Veronica
December 29th, 2013 at 1:11 pm
Wow this is packed with intensity. Love the range of emotions he experiences here. I can’t wait to read next weeks!
December 29th, 2013 at 1:24 pm
Thanks 🙂
December 29th, 2013 at 1:24 pm
He may get to love the scent of baby-fucking powder : )
December 29th, 2013 at 2:13 pm
He does Millie. Trust me
December 29th, 2013 at 1:42 pm
Somehow I think he’s liking that smell more than he ever expected.
December 29th, 2013 at 2:16 pm
He cares about the woman but oh the scent of a baby. Delicious. How well I remember and you’ve written this so well. Thanks.
December 29th, 2013 at 3:35 pm
Love the smell of babies Charmaine. Thx for the comment
December 29th, 2013 at 2:49 pm
LOL! Who knew baby powder could cause such a strong reaction in a man? Great eight, Michelle!
December 29th, 2013 at 3:34 pm
Thanks Kate.
December 29th, 2013 at 4:58 pm
Poor guy, he’s in over his head, isn’t he? He’ll figure it out eventually.
December 29th, 2013 at 5:12 pm
I agree with everyone above—the poor guy is toast! 😀
Lovely, sweet snippet.
December 29th, 2013 at 6:50 pm
Ha! Love the ‘baby fucking powder’! Thank you!
December 29th, 2013 at 8:21 pm
I think he’s a bit out of his element. And I’m here–just forgot to sign up.
December 30th, 2013 at 10:39 am
Great imagery here. Enjoyed the snippet and can’t wait for more. Love the line: “Baby-fucking-powder. Mitchell, you are off your game.” Made me chuckle.
January 1st, 2014 at 10:23 am
Intense reaction to baby powder. Very emotional snippet. Great job!