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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Lovely snippet and I really like your title.
Thanks Jess 🙂
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!
Thanks Teresa. It’s good to be back. I forgot how much fun it is reading all the snippets
I like your title too and the tension in this snippet is fabulous. Well done.
Much appreciated SJ. Why are titles so hard? LOL
An intriguing snippet, could really visualize the action from your description, nice touch with the baby power. Excellent excerpt!
I’m glad you liked it Veronica
Wow this is packed with intensity. Love the range of emotions he experiences here. I can’t wait to read next weeks!
Thanks 🙂
He may get to love the scent of baby-fucking powder : )
He does Millie. Trust me
Somehow I think he’s liking that smell more than he ever expected.
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.
Love the smell of babies Charmaine. Thx for the comment
LOL! Who knew baby powder could cause such a strong reaction in a man? Great eight, Michelle!
Thanks Kate.
Poor guy, he’s in over his head, isn’t he? He’ll figure it out eventually.
I agree with everyone above—the poor guy is toast! 😀
Lovely, sweet snippet.
Ha! Love the ‘baby fucking powder’! Thank you!
I think he’s a bit out of his element. And I’m here–just forgot to sign up.
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.
Intense reaction to baby powder. Very emotional snippet. Great job!