Jenna Eatough Creative Portfolio

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Jenna Eatough is an award winning, best-selling author. Her publication credits include short stories, poetry, and flash fiction, including an Amazon best-selling charity anthology. Jenna’s writing interests span across the Science Fiction and Fantasy genres and vary from serious to dark to humorous in nature.

Among the awards she has won to date are the Critters 2020 Reader’s Choice Award for Best Steampunk Short Story and two Silver Honorable Mentions in the Writers of the Future contest.

Samples of Jenna’s writing, credits, awards, graphic design work, video design work, music composition, and recommendations are available below. In addition a full demo game is available with information on creation process and playable version.

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The Swindler

From: Dragon's Hoard Fantasy Story
by Jenna Eatough
Genre: Fantasy
Flash fiction story available: How to Build a Hoard

Eustis is the illegitimate son of an illegitimate son of an . . . well you get the idea. Unlike his forefathers, He isn't willing to accept his station. So he is on a mission, and he is not going to let anyone stop him being recognized. To achieve his goals he needs gold, lots of it. So after a chance encounter with a dragon instead of demanding the retribution he initially craves, he glimpses an opportunity. Now if only he can convince the dragon to go along.

The King

From: Dragon's Hoard Fantasy Story
by Jenna Eatough
Genre: Fantasy
Flash fiction story available: How to Build a Hoard

Draxon s'l'Colchain l'Colchain inherited a burden not of his choosing, but it’s his duty to protect the secret along with the kingdom. He wants the realm to remain orderly, peaceful, and above all quiet. The last is a bit hard when the largest royal family in the kingdom’s history is under his roof. As if his brood wasn’t enough to deal with, a dragon starts rampaging through the countryside. When the uproar increases he decides to send out his knights before the secret can be revealed or there’s true chaos.

The Knight

From: Dragon's Hoard Fantasy Story
by Jenna Eatough
Genre: Fantasy
Flash fiction story available: How to Build a Hoard

Sophia d'l'Colchain l'Clutchden has never been the ideal princess and that’s just fine with her. After all, her sister charmed the suitors being THE greatest beauty in the realm. Her brothers jostled constantly for the spotlight. All five of them. She could be shuffled out of sight, until now. Her father has an arranged marriage planned and Sophia isn't pleased. What’s a princess to do except take matters into her own hands? Riding out with sword in hand she means to conquer the dragon proving her worth on her own terms.

The Dragon

From: Dragon's Hoard Fantasy Story
by Jenna Eatough
Genre: Fantasy
Flash fiction story available: How to Build a Hoard

Nuff was the born runt of the clutch. Always given the scraps and picked on by the other hatchlings. So when he defies all expectations to reach his coming of age, what’s he to do to build his horde up before time runs out? Disdaining pillaging, unlike his brothers, Nuff attempts another route. He can't understand why everyone reacts with screaming and terror to his polite requests. He's a peaceful soul. Really! He can't help how he was born, but he will fight against what he might become.

Unirath

From: The Red's Universe Fantasy Story
by Jenna Eatough
Genre: Fantasy

Unirath, a tiny speck lost in the depths of the sea, is torn by divides. From the Depths to the Stacks, two different cultures rule the land.

History
Unirath is the smallest of the ten realms. Laying in the middle of the ocean with only a scattering of hills and plenty of swamps, the island was considered undesirable. The few who called it home were largely ignored and by size and resources should never have joined their ranks. Early draft world map for The Red

However, during the first dark wars when Westergras forged their alliance with the Fae, the Ring nations turned their attention there and to Unirath. Located at a midway point between Westergras and the Ring, Unirath leveraged its position as the only safe harbor. Using this leverage, the upper class of Unirath pooled their resources and hired the Drilani wizards to employ their earth magic upon the island, shaping it to their visions.

First the docks were constructed, solid stone bulwarks extending like fingers into the ocean and offering mooring to a greater number of ships. Then the Stacks were raised, becoming the greatest creation of the Drilani outside their own halls. Pillars of stone, pulled upward from the ocean’s floor and topped by platforms upon which the upper class, the patricians, built their homes. The towered so high that lifts were created to move the prominent citizens and visitors from the docks to above, a trek that would take hours otherwise.

The Stacks with the rising of the stacks, however, came the creation of the Depths. This became the realm of those left behind from the brilliance of light, living in a perpetual twilight where the sun only falls upon most of the island at dusk or dawn. The stacks became the domain of the poor, the rowdy, and the disreputable. Visitors there must watch out not only for the grounds uncertain footing but for those waiting for opportunities.

The Circle Marks

From: The Red Fantasy Story
by Jenna Eatough
Genre: Fantasy

The Circle stretches across all the realms, seen and unseen. While you know they are there, only a few truly see their marks.

History
Circle marks were nothing new. Being the pre-eminent band of scoff laws, they needed ways to communicate with each other, and each Circle developed their own. However, the marks in Westergras were taken to another level under the direction of that Circle’s Master and with the assistance of her hedge wizard. Here the marks are not insignificant scratches but truly invisible to disenchanted eyes.

Upon joining the Westergras Circle, pads are trained first in the meaning of the marks, carefully taught within their halls. Once they have proven their loyalty to the guild, the Circle’s hedge wizard enchants their sight allowing them to see the marks throughout Gazra, capital of Westergras, which aid with everything from marking escape routes to warnings about magic’s presence and traps. Only then is a pad given a milky white stone with which they can create or alter marks.

The Marks
The Wizard Circle Mark The Wizard Mark: Wizards are annoyances when you’re trying to remain undetected, and beyond the few hedge wizards employed by the Circles most often cause members grief. Knowing their location, or the presence of major spells can save lives. When the Wizard mark is drawn, they know to be cautious, and depending on which spiral is shaded a member can tell which type of magic to expect. In Westergras, the common most shaded spiral is the center for Gazrea is the home of the Ethrael Wizards.

The Latch Circle Mark The Latch Mark: Gazra is a city of secrets and built by the competing desires of the nobility, royalty, and Ethrael wizards. As such, many hidden stashes and passages are scattered about the city. For Circle members finding the opening to such places can mean everything from raiding stashes to survival. When a member discovers such a latch, marking it lets the next know where to find it quickly.

The Circle Hall Circle Mark The Circle Mark: Each Circle has its own design, and members know to look out for their circles pattern to mark entrances to halls scattered across that Circle’s realm. They mark home and safety. A rival Circle’s mark appearing in a city is literally unknown, and the consequences of such a mark are usually dire.

Child of Star Fall

By Jenna Eatough Fantasy Story
Genre: Fantasy RPG

FADE IN

EXT. DEEP SPACE

We open to a view of deep space. In the darkness stars are visible as distant points of light which are drifting slowly.

AUDREYN (V.O.)

The stars.

Music plays.

AUDREYN (V.O.)

When the sun sets, the universe opens to us.

CUT TO:

INT. RURAL VILLAGE HOME

The camera is moving quickly to the door. A wooden door made of banneded planks of wood with a rough door handle. The walls are stone.

AUDREYN (V.O.)

They blaze.

AUDREYN (11), a short girl is skinny and dressed in cast off clothes.

Child Audreyn’s hand appears on screen reaching for the door. Turning the handle, the hand pulls the door open and late day light floods in.

AUDREYN (V.O.)

We have looked to the stars throughout time.

EXT. VILLAGE LANE – EARLY SUNSET

The village lane is packed dirt. Across the lane another house is offset to the right, with wooden walls and a rough fence surrounding the yard. Within the yard chickens and a goat wander. The camera pans right, revealing more of the lane. Further down more houses can briefly be seen, each growing in height to the heart of the village.

AUDREYN (V.O.)

Our world is guided by them.

Gilan (13), is lanky for his age. He has unkempt hair though his clothes are in good repair.

The camera pans left. Beyond the house across the street are open fields. In the distance a group of nine village children between thirteen and fifteen years old run down the street. Across the fields the edge of woods are visible.

CHILD AUDREYN

Gilan! Wait for me, Gilan!

Gilan pauses quickly at Child Audreyn’s shout. Turning back, he scowls at her unhappily. The rest of the children stagger to stops around him. A second boy, slightly taller than Gilan, nudges him mockingly.

MALE CHILD

Yeah, wait for your baby sister, Gilan.

A chorus of laughter follows the male child’s statement. Gilan slumps with displeasure and ducks away from the taunting boy. He waves his hands to shoo Audreyn away.

AUDREYN (V.O.)

The stars charted our places in the world. Both on land and by sea.

The group of children and Gilan turn away from Audreyn. They continue running toward the woods. The camera pulls back showing Child Audreyn, obviously younger than the other children, chasing after them. In the nearby distance gentle rolling hills can be seen within the woods. One hill rises higher than the rest. Its sides are jagged showing grey stone beneath. At the top of the hill is a circle of stone pillars. The sky above is a murky blue, with the edges on the horizon tinting toward pink tones.

AUDREYN (V.O.)

The stars are the rhythm of our lives, determining when we plant and when we reap.

DISSOLVE TO:

EXT. DEEP SPACE

The camera moves quickly through space now, changing direction and showing a sun sweeping past.

AUDREYN (V.O.)

In reverence we marked them individually and in constellations.

The camera settles now pointed toward a planet. On the planet oceans, clouds, and landmasses are visible. The landmasses are not those of Earth.

AUDREYN (V.O.)

Naming them. Worshipping them.

CUT TO:

EXT. FOREST PATH – DEEPENING SUNSET

Child Audreyn chases the group of older children and Gilan through the forest. A distinct path can be seen cutting through the woods as the ground grows steeper. The older children, however, dart on and off the path ignoring her and laughing.

CHILD AUDREYN

Gilan wait!

Child Audreyn struggles over the rocks and down trees the other children move past with ease. The group of children and Gilan disappears into the distance. Audreyn continues up the hill, jagged rocks showing.

AUDREYN (V.O.)

Our holiest of times were marked by and in the stars. Through their movements, their patterns.

EXT. HILL TOP - SUNSET

The woods clear revealing the stone circle seen below. The children and Gilan are standing in the circle and looking up. Beyond the edge of the hill on the horizon are vivid reds and oranges of later sunset. Above the colors the sky has deepened to bark blue through which the earliest stars are visible. In the distance across the valley, the outlines of mountains can be seen against the sunset.

The camera remains stationary as Child Audreyn runs to join the other children in the circle. Gilan visibly slumps when Child Audreyn runs to his side panting. Gilan nudges Child Audreyn away from him.

GILAN

Audreyn, go home. This is for big kids.

Audreyn scowls at Gilan, shoving a hand on her hip.

CHILD AUDREYN

I am a big kid now! I’m nearly ten and one now. Besides, you promised. You promised mother you’d bring me if I finished my chores.

General snickering from the other children met this announcement. Gilan rolls his eyes and pushes Child Audreyn slightly away from him again.

GILAN

Just... don’t get clingy.

Child Audreyn huffs and stomps to the edge of the circle nearest the sunset.

CHILD AUDREYN

As if. I don’t cling.

The camera moves forward once more showing Audreyn’s perspective as she looks to the sky and the first evening stars. The chattering and excitement grow behind Audreyn as the children point out the stars and call out their names to each other.

AUDREYN (V.O.)

The stars were everything.

CUT TO:

EXT. SPACE

The camera shows the planet closer. The camera is panning down slowly as the planet moves to the top of the screen.

AUDREYN (V.O.)

Until the night the stars betrayed us.

The camera reveals a ball of fire hurtling toward the planet. The fire is orange around the edges, but nearly pure white at the center.

CUT TO:

EXT. STONE CIRCLE – NIGHT

The camera views the children’s gathering from behind. The last parts of sunset are visible with the sky a deep purple above the mountains and fading to black above. The children still stand in a cluster within the circle and watching the sky. At their front Child Audreyn is barely visible. The children have fallen silent as they look at the star filled sky.

A new point of light bursts into view growing quickly brighter.

Child Audreyn looks back over her shoulder. Pointing at the sky she looks directly at Gilan.

CHILD AUDREYN

What’s that one, Gilan? I don’t recognize it?

The children look where she points. A confused babble of voices suggests different names, and each is rejected. Gilan pushes forward through the group and puts a hand on Child Audreyn’s shoulder as he scowls at the sky.

The new star grows brighter and larger as the children watch. A roar fills the air and the light bursts blindingly for a moment. The children cover their eyes and scream as the screen goes white before fading to black.

The children lower their arms in time to watch the star burn through the sky in an orange ball. It slams into the valley’s ground in the distance. Gilan and the children stare shocked at where the star fell.

Child Audreyn turns back toward the sunset. Her mouth drops open, and she grabs Gilan’s shirt tugging on it frantically.

CHILD AUDREYN

Gilan.

Gilan smacks her hand away still watching the opposite horizon.

CHILD AUDREYN

Gilan!

GILAN

Not now, Audreyn!

CHILD AUDREYN

But Gilan!

Audreyn pulls on Gilan’s shirt more frantically. He staggers before turning back toward her, mouth open as if to yell. Instead, he follows where she is pointing and sees a myriad of new lights hurtling toward them.

Gilan grabs Child Audreyn’s hand and pulls her toward the path into the forest.

GILAN

We’ve got to go!

The other children look at them confused before looking behind them as Gilan pushes through the group. Terrified screams fill the hilltop.

CUT TO:

EXT, FOREST PATH – NIGHT

The trees and brush burn in patches as Gilan pulls Child Audreyn down the hill. Roaring and explosions fill the air. Gilan is obviously shouting but his words are drowned out by the noise. Around them, the other children run as fire spreads through the forest.

As Gilan and Child Audreyn move down the path the number of children accompanying them dwindles until only Gilan and Child Audreyn are seen.

CUT TO:

EXT. VILLAGE’S EDGE - NIGHT

Child Audreyn and Gilan are running together as the forest opens showing the fields and village. Ahead, figures can be seen in the streets. Child Audreyn trips at the edge of the trees and falls to the ground. Her hand slips out of Gilan’s grip. Gilan keeps running toward the village.

Brilliant light fills the area. Child Audreyn looks up and sees a star hurtling toward the town. Reaching out she tries to scream Gilan’s name but can’t even hear herself. The star lands nearby sending a blinding white light through the area.

DISSOLVE TO:

EXT. VILLAGE FROM ABOVE - NIGHT

The village is seen from above with a giant, dark crater between the forest and the village. In the village fires are spreading toward the center.

AUDREYN (V.O.)

I was a Child of Star Fall.

The camera pans swiftly up. The view settles on the sky from which more stars are still raining down. In the center of the screen, the title “Child of Star Fall” appears.

FADE OUT

Spaceship Ghosts

By Jenna Eatough Science Fiction Story
Genre: Science Fiction

FADE IN

INT. SHIP CONTROL

IAN (29), lean with an almost haggard look as if he’s seen too little rest for an extended period of time in his recent past. Dressed a work shirt and jeans.

Ian is seated at the main control board for the Drakoni space hauler. The control panels are a mixture of worn and new parts. IAN is leaned over the controls lit by a blue glow from a screen on the console. The main screen above the console displays deep space. The interior lights are low.

A loud thump echoes from elsewhere in the rear compartments of the ship as if something has fallen. Ian quirks an eyebrow noting the noise and grins mischievously, but otherwise he does not react.

ALEX (O.S.)

Dust and dark!

Boots thump toward control from the rear section of the ship. IAN switches off the screen in the console, slouches back in his chair, and tucks his hands behind his head. After a second he manages to stop grinning and look disinterested.

ALEX (23), brown hair pulled back tightly. She has a healthy appearance and is dressed in work cloths of a better caliber than Ian’s.

Alex slaps her hands on either side of the lock, appearing in the doorway to control.

ALEX

Ian!

Ian remains in his chair and does not move in response to her noisy entrance.

Alex moves to beside Ian’s chair and crouches next to him. She grabs Ian’s shoulder and shakes him frantically. As she does so glances nervously back toward the corridor she entered from

ALEX

Ian!

Ian opens one eye squinting slightly as if annoyed at having his rest disturbed. He looks at Alex and looks at Alex. Alex’s bravado slips, and she is trembling slightly.

IAN

What’s up?

Alex pauses and looks behind her at the corridor. She looks uncertain if she wants to speak but is obviously disturbed. Her voice is low when she speaks.

ALEX

There’s someone onboard. Someone, something that doesn’t belong here.

Ian began sitting up while Alex spoke, stops, and grins amusedly at Alex. She looks away from him, shifting her stance as if torn between remaining where she is and inspecting the corridor.

Ian snorts.

IAN

You’re complaining about stowaways on the Drakoni?

Alex turns back to Ian. She shakes her head in denial. When she speaks she is loud and her voice echoes.

ALEX

I don’t mean a stowaway, you space bump!

Ian snorts again and settles back into his seat, resting his hands on his stomach.

IAN

Oh good, since that’s how you applied for my crew it would be rather hypocritical of you.

Alex rolls her eyes, steps closer, and leans toward Ian.

ALEX

I mean ghosts.

Alex glances over her shoulder. Holding the armrest of Ian’s chair, she leans back far enough to inspect the ship’s corridor.

Ian drops his grin and shrugs. Raising a hand, he waves dismissively before letting it plop back on the other.

IAN

Seeing as this is a family ship, that’s a small matter to pester me for. Go back to your repairs already.

Alex shakes her head annoyed.

ALEX

I know it’s a family ship. Stars, that’s why I chose...

Alex stops mid reply, her head snapping back toward Ian instead of inspecting the corridor. She looks suspiciously at him.

ALEX

What do you mean “Seeing as this is a family ship”?

Ian shrugs and responds slowly.

IAN

Family ships mean generations live here, work here, and pass on here. Where do you think they go after? Floating off in the deep?

Alex stares at Ian displaying multiple emotions including shock and suspicion. She smacks his shoulder somewhere between playful and angry.

ALEX

Ian! Stop jesting. This is a serious situation.

Ian opens his eyes long enough to roll them at Alex.

IAN

Who’s jesting? Stationers. Now go play nice with my kin and let me rest.

ALEX

I can’t believe... Of all the... Dark take you...

Alex stomps away from Ian going back into the ship.

After several seconds, Ian sits up from his chair and swivels back to the controls. He switches the screen in the console back on.

The camera pans to display the screen fully. It shows Alex in a different section of the ship, surrounded by storage bins.

Ian’s hands move across the screen, and we see him trigger the circulators which sends a cold gust of wind at Alex while activating the halo system. A transparent image of a person appears next to her as if the person is reaching toward her.

Alex’s scream can be heard in control, and Ian chuckles softly with a grin. The camera pans enough to show the date on the control board and we see November 1.

FADE OUT

For more flash fiction stories, a blog is available at the author site Mist Glen Moon. Weekly flash fiction stories are written as part of the Wednesday Words writing group.

How to Build a Hoard

by Jenna Eatough Fantasy Story
Genre: Fantasy
Character Sketches Available

“Spare some change please?” an uncultured accent inquired. “Gold ones, especially?”

I turned glowering. How dare some urchin beg my money? I worked hard to…

The thought perished as I looked up to the scaled face unsuccessfully peeking over the wall. It was larger than the structure. I took a step back.

A dragon, one attempting to look sheepish. I might’ve laughed but for the me-sized incisors. Instead, I held up my purse mutely.

Talons grasping the strings, the dragon perked up. “Thank you! It’s not hard gathering a hoard at all.” Spreading his wings, he launched into the sky.

What's in Two Letters

by Jenna Eatough Urban Fantasy Story
Genre: Urban Fantasy

Elsie was back. Something broke as the box she carried hit the ground. Probably dishes. “What did you do?” She rushed past me panicked.

I followed her, scuffing at the dirt. “I ordered what you wanted for the race.”

“I said to order wagons. Wagons!” She stressed the W.

Well that made more sense. I should have listened with both ears instead of one. “At least they came with saddles?”

Elsie glowered at me. I shrugged. The kids seemed pleased with my substitution. They darted excitedly around the lazing dragons as a couple trees burned. They’d remember camp this year.

A Quest for Fane

by Jenna Eatough Fantasy Story
Genre: Fantasy

Raffin Fane gripped the latch to my chambers closed door as if that contact spared him contamination. I glowered and he wrenched his hand free as if burned. I turned my attention back to my hearth.

“Aendild,” he said the mostly dead flames more audible. Heh. A cough, slightly raspy, cleared his throat. “Aendild,” His voice was stronger, “I’ve come to ask you… what’s in that pan?”

Grabbing a towel, I pulled the pan from the hearth and displayed the contents: eggs, ham, and a bit of pan bread. “Breakfast. Thanks for inquiring after my diet, Majesty.”

Raffin’s face contorted through expressions. Plopping the food onto my trencher, I allowed him to work through the mundanity of it. “Or did another question haunt you?” I prompted finally.

“Her majesty beseeched me to seek your wisdom.”

“On cooking eggs?”

“No on…” Raffin glanced over his shoulder. “Last night I dreamt I was an ostrich again.”

I took a bit of the eggs. Ugh. Runny. “Best it weren’t for my eggs.” He scowled at my jest. Good, he’d a smidgen of strength after all.

I leaned back. The meaning was obvious, but Queen Cwynna could’ve been blunt herself. No, if she’d sent him this required a different approach.

What we needed was time then. Fine. I dropped my truncheon to the floor. “Have you heard of the Astiram Flightless Quest, my liege?” Interest sparked in his gaze. Spirits preserve, and curse Cwynna’s sure sight for proclaiming Raffin Fane our savior and king.

Skittering

by Jenna Eatough Science Fiction Story
Genre: Science Fiction

“Kev?” Static buzzed from the speaker in response. “Kev?” I tried again swallowing the lump in my throat. Static again. They had him. I glanced around the room desperate. Nothing was here that could help though. Only if Kev had reached his position. But he hadn’t.

My ears twitched to tiny clacks skittering over the station’s metal decks in my imagination. If only the problem was imagined too.

The Skittering, I thought bitterly. We shouldn’t have drug the survey vessel in when it’d drifted near, powered down and abandoned. They’d had a crew of hundreds. Eos Terminal, a crew of twenty on a good day.

Today wasn’t a good day.

Kev had figured it out first and the Commander had ignored him. I could still hear his screams in my mind. At least Kev’s wouldn’t join his.

My head snapped to the left, and I backed away from the door. Retreat was cut off. If there’d been anywhere to go. Silver specks of metal slid under door’s seal. A trickle at first. Tiny objects just skittering over the ground. But the grew into a flood.

Glinting and spilling over each they grew until it was a seething mass. The attack came from the top of the pile. I swatted at them, but it was like trying to hit gnats. I screamed as the first burrowed into my skin. More followed.

Vision blurring, lines of information flooded my vision before they took me. Huh was my last thought.

Shalt See

by Jenna Eatough Fantasy Story
Genre: Fantasy

THOU SHALT SEE THAT IT IS BARREN.

The green world blurred stretching into dusty yellows. Helia rubbed her tongue over her drying mouth. Closing her eyes, she shook her head vehemently. “Get out of my head, Sandiel.”

Reopening, her eyes she tightened her mind forcing the god’s fingers away. The dusty dunes disappeared back to green hills cut by the nearing peaks of Ramua Range. “You must be getting desperate, old goat.”

OLD GOAT?

Helia glanced to her left. Mist coiled, twisting into a man. His face was distinct – long, narrow, with a shrubby beard at the tip of his chin. “See, goat.”

He huffed, tendrils of mist emerging from his incorporeal nostrils. NEVER, NEVER DARED YOUR ANCESTORS SUCH DISRESPECT.

Helia barked a laugh, loud in the quiet. “Their lack of imagination isn’t mine, God of Lies.”

The mist swirled, moving from beside her to into her path. Halted, Helia managed not to touch the mist. IF YOU GO, I CANNOT CLAIM YOU AS MY OWN ANYMORE.

Helia’s mind flashed back to the empty village she’d left. “Why should I weep over that? You took them all.”

The god stepped back, his form dissipating before her rage. THEY WERE TAKEN FROM ME. WHAT I SEE. WHAT YOU SEE. THEY MATCH NOT. TRUST INME.

Helia stepped around the god. “That I am out of.”

UNTIL THE END THEN. Helia didn’t glance back, but knew the mist followed. A god afraid of being alone. Helia held blindly to her lies.

Clever Boy

by Jenna Eatough Urban Fantasy Story
Genre: Urban Fantasy

My breath rushed out as I glanced at my phone. The text message simply said ‘very clever.’

“No,” I said. She couldn’t have found me. Not now. Gripping the phone, I peered over the cubicle. There, past the maze of cheap fabric walls, were the deliberately ignored windows. And her.

She was light, nature, magic, and chaos floating three floors above the ground. From my coworkers’ lack of reaction, she was invisible as well. I couldn’t trust that to last.

Crooking a finger mischievously, she beckoned me to come play. I wouldn’t go back easily though. I wasn’t lost anymore.

Multi-Branching Narrative Structure

The base script was taken and modified to allow for multiple branches with different end points depending on user selections throughout the game.

The diagram for the multiple branches of the story were diagramed out using Visual Paradigm. From there the branches and story were coded into the Visual Novel Maker program.

The demo game Spaceship Ghosts' Multi-branching narrative diagram
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Crossroads of the Sky

by Jenna Eatough Steampunk Story
Published with Immortal Works
Genre: Steampunk

“Annabelle Mable Jean Wheeler,” a voice boomed behind me, taking full advantage of my Pa’s Catholic bent when it came to names. Odd, since that hadn’t been the religion he professed believing before dying or, more important, before me being born. “A lady your age shouldn’t be working on a fueling platform.” I groaned. Was it already time for that conversation again?

Turning, I crossed my arms, eyeing Mr. Jones. “And just what would you have me doing? Ain’t no family or person to take me in below.”

He looked me over like I was some riddle to be solved. Either that or a particularly funny bone the hounds had decided to fight over. “I’m sure I could convince Miss Hardy to take you into her circle.” His voice rumbled as slowly as a passenger train pulling into station. Wasn’t me he was thinking of helping when he thought of Miss Hardy. He was just thinking of an excuse to see her sister.

“Oh, I’m sure you could,” I said, all sweetness and smiles. “But whatever would I do there? Quilting and praying?” I tapped my lips with one finger. “Supposed I could add in storytelling. Like that one time the Dart passed through...”

Jones gawked at me, the languid smile slipping off his face to be replaced with a scowl. “You wouldn't.”

I gave him my most mischievous smile in reply. “Try me.”

Grumbling, Mr. Jones turned away. After a brief search of the deck, he decided on someone a bit easier to pick on. Muttering, he strode away. Good. Turning back to the rail, I looked over it to the Vista with a sigh. This conversation was beyond tiring. When would Jones realize I wasn’t about to get grounded and was his best motor hand besides?

I glanced over to where Archie was working—more like barely not destroying. He struck station one with his wrench and I rolled my eyes. No, I didn’t have much competition in him. Besides, with three stations, three capable of motors were best. Archie was first motor, Irving was chief, and I was the second. Though honest, I should have been first. Shoving away from the rail, I walked over. I caught his wrist on a backswing. “Here, let me.”

Archie shrugged and handed me the wrench then stood. He swung his arms as I crouched, like some crazed windmill. “It ain’t gonna give easily.” Leaning over, I grunted in response and tucked my disagreeable red hair behind my ear, wishing again Irving would let me crop it. “I’ve been trying to get the valve open for hours. It just ain’t gonna give. Irving will have to...” He trailed off.

I glanced over my shoulder as I yanked on the wrench. A hunk of a ship drifted into view. The rusty metal sides had definitely seen better days, as had the cannon. The balloon holding it up was more patches than material, and she belched steam like Irving after bean night. But she was ours, and that was supposed to be proud or something.

A couple of the roughnecks emerged from the cover, swarming toward the dock the ship headed for. Of course, they’d pick the one close to where I was working. Mr. Jones wasn’t far behind the boys. He glanced at me, and I hunched over, pressing my shoulder against the wrench. I watched his nose twitch, knowing he was thinking of at least sending me inside.

The valve finally gave before he could say anything. I yanked more tools from the pack Irving had left, and Mr. Jones snorted and turned away. “Greetings,” he called out when the ship came in range. “What’s the word?” I scoffed. The roughnecks hadn’t even caught the lines yet and he was already demanding news.

“Not good,” a voice called back from the ship, only slightly damped by the ropes whizzing through the air. No more was offered until the boys finished hauling the lines taught and tied them off. The man stepped off the ship, pulling off his gloves. Irving was already moving to connect the pumps to the ship’s tanks. “They’re sending an army.”

Mr. Jones’ brows rose to hide in his bangs. “They?”

“The US, President Buchanan in particular.” The man shook his head sadly.

“Ain’t they already done enough? I mean, after trying to get requisitions out of us. Who’re they sending?” Mr. Jones turned the man away as he spoke. Probably trying to corral him and pump info out while we pumped supplies in.

“Johnston,” the man said as they neared the door. “I’ve got orders straight from Daniel Wells.” They disappeared inside before I could hear anymore. Archie came shuffling back. I blew out a breath trying to get my hair out of my eyes again. “Here,” I said, standing. I shoved the tool back in his hands. “Think you can handle the ship alone?”

“Of course,” Archie protested as I hurried away in the opposite direction of Mr. Jones and his guest. I wasn’t daft enough to try eavesdropping. Not when I had a better, easier solution.

Reaching the back of the station, I hauled the hatch open and slid down the ladder. “Irving.” I rubbed my eyes to try adjusting them to the dim light quicker. He was in the back next to the porthole. That was the only natural light in the place, and it faced the wrong direction this time of day with the platform’s positioning. “Irving.” I hurried to the edge of his table.

The man in question held up a finger, motioning me to silence. Skidding to a stop, I hopped onto the stool next to the table and watched him. His hair was graying and shaggy, hiding his expression as he leaned over the table. He was surrounded by an oddity of equipment with no distinction between what was broke, working, or experimental. I had the feeling experimental held his attention today.

Irving reached to pick up his blowtorch, the fuel sloshing in the reservoir. Pumping the tank, he frowned and lowered his goggles over his eyes. I grabbed mine as well, settling them in place before he could start the blaze. I didn’t need to be told twice anymore. Or once even. Blue flame shot out of the mouth of the torch as he twisted the valve open. Must have heated it before I showed up. As he lowered the flame to his project a white light flared, blinding me. I cried out and turned away, eyes watering.

Irving did more than cry. A string of cusses filled the room followed by the blowtorch’s rumble cutting off. “It’s ruined,” Irving said.

I hopped off my bench and put a hand on his shoulder. “You’ll get it.” I grinned at the man reassuringly. He’d cared for me since my parents’ deaths crossing the plains. I knew better what he was capable of than anyone. He turned toward me and pressed his forehead against mine for a moment.

“Course I will.” He replaced the blowtorch and pulled his goggles off. Grabbing a cloth, he rubbed at the soot covering them. “I’m sure you didn’t come down to watch that. Who’re our guests?”

“Some legion people, I think.” I leaned closer to his project as he spoke, but it really was a charred mess.

“Ah, no wonder Jones sent you down.” Irving said. “Not a proper crowd for a young lady.” I glanced up to see him grinning. Jones might want me gone, but Irving sure didn’t.

“He didn’t send me down.”

Irving nodded his head once. “So, what’s the news distracting him from protecting your virtue?”

“Please, he ain’t worried about my virtue. He’s looking for...” I cut off, ducking my head as Irving scowled at me. “Well, he ain’t,” I muttered sullenly.

“The news, Annabelle.”

I shrugged. “Something about Johnston bringing an army here.”

Irving cleared his throat and rose before I could say anything else. “Stay here until I return.” He darted up the ladder before I could protest. Not that I would’ve. Irving would tell me everything he learned soon enough.

A Magical Eve

by Jenna Eatough Urban Fantasy Story
Published with Unlimited Dreams Publishing
Genre: Urban Fantasy

“I want a glass of milk.” Heidi sighed looking over at Andy who was sitting in the middle of the kitchen floor. His bright red Christmas jammies almost matched the color of his face. The happy snowman’s expression did not at all. A tantrum was coming and, of course, her husband Braden was at the store getting eggs to replace what Andy had broken.

Wringing the last bit of raw yolk from the washcloth Heidi shook her head. “You’ve had enough today.” Setting down the rag she knelt in front of Andy. “Do you want Santa to come?”

While the question forestalled a wail, it hadn’t averted it completely. He still had that distrustful glint in his eyes. Lips turned down, he nodded his head as he twisted the pant cuff in his hands.

“Good,” Heidi said cheerfully. “I want him to come too, but in order for him to come you know what we have to do?”

“No,” Andy shrieked his little fist swinging toward Heidi’s face and missing by inches. “I’m not tired.” Of course it wouldn’t be that easy. Nothing was this holiday.

She grabbed his hand and shook her head. “You know we don’t hit, Andy.” He wiggled in her grip like a fish unhappy at being caught.

“I’m not going to bed,” he said, ignoring her admonition.

Again, Heidi wishing they’d stayed home for Christmas instead of visiting Grandma Kirsten’s farm. Andy was never this overtaxed at home, and that would have helped his mother’s frazzled nerves stay intact. Grandma Kirsten’s whims wouldn’t have intruded there either. Heidi hadn’t been back for a Christmas since Andy was born, but with her mother’s passing they’d come.

Braden had argued for it. If it had been his grandmother and he’d been the last surviving relative, he’d want to be there. Heidi had relented agreeing that Grandma Kirsten wouldn’t spend this year alone. Last minute tickets were bought and bags hurriedly packed; they’d been away before Heidi could rethink.

As if summoned by the thought, Grandma rushed into the kitchen. “Come on,” she said. Her bright red coat was already on one arm as she struggled to twist her other into its sleeve. “If we don’t leave now, we’ll miss it.”

“Grandma Kirsten, we’re not going anywhere.” Heidi twisted, placing her hand on the floor to keep her balance. “Andy’s had enough today. It’s bedtime so Santa can come.” She looked at Kirsten, pleading with her to drop the subject.

“Adventure,” Andy said behind her, clapping his hands.

“No adventure,” Heidi said at the same time Grandma Kirsten said “Yes.” Andy’s snow boots thudded onto the kitchen floor. Drops of dirty snow melt from when Andy had made snow angels earlier splattered across the newly cleaned floor.

“Don’t be such a stick, Heidi. You used to love our adventures, when you were little.” Heidi doubted her mother’s enthusiasm hadn’t been forced. Midnight adventures and a child up before the sun didn’t mix well. Andy wasn’t any different than she had been.

No wait, her mother had embraced those nights. She’d always woken Heidi if she’d fallen asleep on the couch too early, wrapping her in a blanket against night’s cold. Excited whispers had banished sleep from Heidi’s eyes and they’d gone.

Grandma Kirsten had knelt down and was pulling on Andy’s socks before Heidi could form her next protest. Looking at Andy, Heidi relented. The red flush of a tantrum had left his face, and he was giggling happily for a change. While giving in was not a great long term solution, right now she didn’t have the energy to fight Andy and Grandma Kirsten. “Okay, we’ll go on the adventure. But a short one,” she said pointedly grabbing Grandma Kirsten’s hand. She looked at her grandmother hoping her silent please would be understood.

“As short as a wisp’s glimpse.” Grandma Kirsten beamed at Heidi. Let out the breath she had been holding, Heidi nodded glad for the moment she had surrendered. That was the first time since they arrived, Heidi hadn’t seen the pain in Grandma Kirsten’s eyes. The pain she knew echoed in her own.

Coughing she shoved herself up from the floor. “I’ll get my coat and leave Braden a note.”

“Don’t worry, I’ll get Andy ready.” Grandma Kristen turned back to the little boy making silly faces at him. Grateful, Heidi hurried out of the room swallowing hard as she willed herself not to cry. Again. She wouldn’t let the holiday by tainted by pain. At least not for Andy.

Web Design

Author Jenna Eatough

Mist Glen Moon: https://mistglenmoon.net
A professional website designed to connect the author with her audience, showcase weekly, free content, provide information on various works and their availability or progress.

Work on site included

Creation of Graphics used on the site through various graphic design programs.
Creation of custom cover gif through Adobe Photoshop
Selection and customization of WordPress theme through use of plugins, PHP coding, Javascript coding, and CSS coding.
Selection and creation of color scheme for the site.
Creation and maintenance of the text on the site
Creation of custom work in progress bars through use of Formidable Forms.
Creation of books section and display through use of Master Slider, Formidable Forms, and Novelist.
Creation of all forms used on the platform
Creation, layout, and design of system of custom content management system to enter and display various information on author's books.

Fyrecon's Presenter Portal

Fyrecon: Presenter Portal: https://www.fyrecon.com/presenters/presenter-dashboard/
A section of the Fyrecon conference website which allow presenters to interface with the conference and provide needed information for advertising, promotion, and managing conference presentations.

Work on section of the site included

Creation of Graphics used on the site through various graphic design programs.
customization of WordPress theme through use of plugins, PHP coding, Javascript coding, and CSS coding.
Selection and creation of color scheme for the site.
Creation and maintenance of the text on the site
Creation, layout, and design of custom content management system to enable Fyrecon presenters can submit, edit, and update information for advertising, conference presentation proposals, availability, and more.

Fyrecon's Project Wildfyre

Fyrecon's Project Wildfyre
A section of the Fyrecon Website which allows free access to the Project Wildfyre writer's competion, designed to help writer's progress in their careers.

Work on section of the site included

Creation of Graphics used on the site through various graphic design programs.
customization of WordPress theme through use of plugins, PHP coding, Javascript coding, and CSS coding.
Selection and creation of color scheme for the site.
Creation and maintenance of the text on the site
Creation, layout, and design of system of custom content management system to track, display, and update progress of competition participates both individually and overall.

Sibyl's Scriptorium Website

Sibyl's Scriptorium: https://sibscript.org
A website which showcases information on writing and art contests along with allowing for submission into the contests.

Creation of Graphics used on the site through various graphic design programs.
Selection and customization of WordPress theme through use of plugins, PHP coding, Javascript coding, and CSS coding.
Selection and creation of color scheme for the site.
Creation and maintenance of the text on the site
Creation of custom work in progress bars through use of Formidable Forms.
Creation of books section and display through use of Master Slider, Formidable Forms, and Novelist.
Creation, layout, and design of system of custom content management system to track contest entries, publication agreements, and entrant advertising information.

Weave Notes Website

Professional Weave's Website: https://weavenotes.com

Creation of Graphics used on the site through various graphic design programs.
Selection and customization of WordPress theme through use of plugins, PHP coding, Javascript coding, and CSS coding.
Selection and creation of color scheme for the site.
Creation of custom work in progress bars through use of Formidable Forms.
Creation of books section and display through use of Master Slider, Formidable Forms, and Novelist.
Creation of all forms used on the platform
Creation, layout, and design of system of custom content management system to enable easier entry of data for website owner.

Graphic Design

Graphic Design Types

Jenna Eatough Portfolio Sibyl's Scriptorium Vol 5, Interior

Book Layout

The following book layouts were designed in PagePlus and Adobe Illustrator. Covers were designed using graphic which were altered with overlays, color fills, shadows, and other effects.

Sibyl's Scriptorium Volume 5

Jenna Eatough Portfolio Cover Design Sibyl's Scriptorium Vol 5

Example Interior Pages

Fyrecon Program Book 2018

Website Design Elements

Mist Glen Moon Website Design Details
Jenna Eatough Author Website Composite background

Jenna Eatough Author Website Moon Custom Detail Graphic

Jenna Eatough Author Website Moon Custom Page Banner Graphic

Jenna Eatough Author Website Moon Custom Tree Gif

Weave Notes Website Design Details

Weave Notes website banner composite graphic

Book Covers

The following book covers were designed in PagePlus. Covers were designed using graphic which were altered with overlays, color fills, shadows, and other effects.

Story Maps

Story Maps were created through WonderDraft.

Cry Wolf universe world maps with and without country regions highlighted.

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Draca Bound World Map in progress with city placement begun.

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Game Design Work

The following graphics were modified from publication domain images to create custom graphics for inclusion in the demo game: Spaceship Ghosts.

Alex Character Design

Multiple Graphics of the character Alex were created to express her different modes as the story progresses.

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Public Domain Image — Public Domain Image

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Alex Normal — Alex

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Alex Angry — Angry

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Alex Disgusted — Disgusted

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Alex Distracted — Distracted

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Alex Embaressed — Embarassed

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Alex Excited — Excited

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Alex Happy — Happy

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Alex Mischevious — Mischevious

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Alex Perplexed — Perplexed

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Alex Pleased — Pleased

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Alex Sad — Sad

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Alex Sleeping — Sleeping

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Alex Surprised — Suprised

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Alex Thoughtful — Thoughtful

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Alex Thrilled — Thrilled

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Alex Tongue Out — Tongue Out

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Alex Unhappy — Unhappy

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Alex Winking — Winking

Ian Character Design

Multiple Graphics of the character Ian were created to express her different modes as the story progresses.

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Ian Normal — Ian

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Ian Angry — Angry

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Ian Disgusted — Disgusted

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Ian Distracted — Distracted

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Ian Embarassed — Embarassed

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Ian Excited — Excited

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Ian Exhillerated — Exhillerated

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Ian Happy — Happy

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Ian Mischevious — Mischevious

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Ian Perplexed — Perplexed

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Ian Pleased — Pleased

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Ian Sad — Sad

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Ian Shocked — Shocked

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Ian Sleeping — Sleeping

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Ian Surprised — Suprised

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Ian Thoughtful — Thoughtful

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Ian Thrilled — Thrilled

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Ian Tongue Out — Tongue Out

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Ian Winking — Wining

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Character Design Ian Unhappy — Unhappy

Additional Graphics

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Element Design Load Screen — Load Screen

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Element Design Spaceship Corridor — Spaceship Corridor

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Element Design Spaceship Control Screen Off — Spaceship Control Off

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Element Design Spaceship Control Screen On — Spaceship Controls On

Jenna Eatough Demo Game Element Design Jenna Eatough Demo Game Element Design Ian's Family Ghost — Family Ghost

Video Samples

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Book Trailers

Book trailers were created through Serif MoviePlus using public domain images, music, and with information provided by the authors on their stories. Stories were story boarded, designed, and produced.

Event Videos

Event videos were created through a combination of Zoom, Serif MoviePlus, Adobe AfterEffects, and Adobe Media Encoder. The videos were created with a combination of public domain and proprietary images, music, and following style guidelines of the conference.

Fyrecon 6 Welcome Video

Fyrecon Project Wildfyre Writer's Competition Announcement Video

Fyrecon 6 Advertisement Video

Fyrecon 5 Thank You Video

Fyrecon 4 Writers and Illustrators of the Future Live Event Video

Fyrecon 4 Welcome Video

Fyrecon 4 Advertising Video

Presenter Videos

Presentation videos were created through a combination Serif MoviePlus. The videos were created using combination of public domain and proprietary images, music, and following style and format requirements for the program.

Read Along Story Videos

Read Along stories were created through Serif MoviePlus. The videos were created with a combination of public domain and proprietary images, self-composed music, and following author style format.

Video Reels

Read Along stories were created through Serif MoviePlus. The videos were created with a combination of public domain and proprietary images, self-composed music, and following author style format.

Music Composition

The following audio files are original music compositions created and recorded using the MuseScore program.

Mist Glen Moon Theme

Battling Wills

Distant Dreams

Percussive Night

Quietly Threatening

Searching Circles

Soft Contemplation

Rhythmic Repeats

Rhythmic Rounds

Trouble Incoming

Troubled Night

Western Duel

Demo Game

Spaceship Ghost Demo Game

Spaceship Ghosts: A Helium Universe Short is demo a choose your own adventure style game created around the Flash Fiction story “Spaceship Ghosts.”

Skills utilized in the creation of the game:

Story Writing: Original story idea conceptualization and writing
Visual and Audio Element Sourcing: Sourcing of graphics and audio with note being taken of copyright usage
Graphic Design: Customization of public domain graphics
Multi-branching narrative structure
Audio Design and Mixing: Placement of game soundtracks time and volume
Video Design: Storyboarding and generation of cut scenes to embed video into game.
Game Packaging
Visual Novel Maker

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Graphics were created using public domain base vector graphics. From there graphics were customized for the game using Adobe Illustrator.

Alex Character Design

Multiple Graphics of the character Alex were created to express her different modes as the story progresses.

Ian Character Design

Multiple Graphics of the character Ian were created to express her different modes as the story progresses.

Additional Graphics

Multi-Branching Narrative Structure

The base script was taken and modified to allow for multiple branches with different end points depending on user selections throughout the game.

The diagram for the multiple branches of the story were diagramed out using Visual Paradigm. From there the branches and story were coded into the Visual Novel Maker program.

The demo game Spaceship Ghosts' Multi-branching narrative diagram
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Spaceship Ghosts

By Jenna Eatough Science Fiction Story
Genre: Science Fiction
Script developed from original flash fiction story by the same name.

FADE IN

INT. SHIP CONTROL

IAN (29), lean with an almost haggard look as if he’s seen too little rest for an extended period of time in his recent past. Dressed a work shirt and jeans.

A loud thump echoes from elsewhere in the rear compartments of the ship as if something has fallen. Ian quirks an eyebrow noting the noise and grins mischievously, but otherwise he does not react.

ALEX (O.S.)

Dust and dark!

ALEX (23), brown hair pulled back tightly. She has a healthy appearance and is dressed in work cloths of a better caliber than Ian’s.

Alex slaps her hands on either side of the lock, appearing in the doorway to control.

ALEX

Ian!

Ian remains in his chair and does not move in response to her noisy entrance.

Alex moves to beside Ian’s chair and crouches next to him. She grabs Ian’s shoulder and shakes him frantically. As she does so glances nervously back toward the corridor she entered from

ALEX

Ian!

Ian opens one eye squinting slightly as if annoyed at having his rest disturbed. He looks at Alex and looks at Alex. Alex’s bravado slips, and she is trembling slightly.

IAN

What’s up?

Alex pauses and looks behind her at the corridor. She looks uncertain if she wants to speak but is obviously disturbed. Her voice is low when she speaks.

ALEX

There’s someone onboard. Someone, something that doesn’t belong here.

Ian began sitting up while Alex spoke, stops, and grins amusedly at Alex. She looks away from him, shifting her stance as if torn between remaining where she is and inspecting the corridor.

Ian snorts.

IAN

You’re complaining about stowaways on the Drakoni?

Alex turns back to Ian. She shakes her head in denial. When she speaks she is loud and her voice echoes.

ALEX

I don’t mean a stowaway, you space bump!

Ian snorts again and settles back into his seat, resting his hands on his stomach.

IAN

Oh good, since that’s how you applied for my crew it would be rather hypocritical of you.

Alex rolls her eyes, steps closer, and leans toward Ian.

ALEX

I mean ghosts.

Alex glances over her shoulder. Holding the armrest of Ian’s chair, she leans back far enough to inspect the ship’s corridor.

Ian drops his grin and shrugs. Raising a hand, he waves dismissively before letting it plop back on the other.

IAN

Seeing as this is a family ship, that’s a small matter to pester me for. Go back to your repairs already.

Alex shakes her head annoyed.

ALEX

I know it’s a family ship. Stars, that’s why I chose...

Alex stops mid reply, her head snapping back toward Ian instead of inspecting the corridor. She looks suspiciously at him.

ALEX

What do you mean “Seeing as this is a family ship”?

Ian shrugs and responds slowly.

IAN

Family ships mean generations live here, work here, and pass on here. Where do you think they go after? Floating off in the deep?

Alex stares at Ian displaying multiple emotions including shock and suspicion. She smacks his shoulder somewhere between playful and angry.

ALEX

Ian! Stop jesting. This is a serious situation.

Ian opens his eyes long enough to roll them at Alex.

IAN

Who’s jesting? Stationers. Now go play nice with my kin and let me rest.

ALEX

I can’t believe... Of all the... Dark take you...

Alex stomps away from Ian going back into the ship.

After several seconds, Ian sits up from his chair and swivels back to the controls. He switches the screen in the console back on.

The camera pans to display the screen fully. It shows Alex in a different section of the ship, surrounded by storage bins.

Alex’s scream can be heard in control, and Ian chuckles softly with a grin. The camera pans enough to show the date on the control board and we see November 1.

FADE OUT

Author Credits

Title: The Leading Edge Magazine, Issue 78

Flash Fiction Title: Will of a Wisp
Series: Leading Edge Magazine #78

Story Excerpt

I stretch, exploring the feel of skin sliding over muscle. My shoulders roll—smooth, strong, and responsive. The child’s memories are less fluid. She’s a fighter and slows the flow between our consciousnesses to a trepid trickle. No matter. I’ve time to learn in this empty room. Glass grinding underfoot, I turn to the mirror.

She’s young, but older than I’d hoped for. Taking her would probably have been impossible in just a scattering of days. Leaning forward, I stare into dark eyes, willing her knowledge out.

A knock raps on the door.

Awards

Award: Honorable Mention, 2021
Contest: The Leading Edge Magazine
Division: Flash Fiction Contest

Award: Top Ten, 2021
Contest: Critters Readers Choice Awards
Division: Science Fiction and Fantasy Short Story

Contributions

Wrote short story to meet contest parameters, including length and required elements. Worked with the publisher's editor after flash fiction placed in contest to prepare story for publication. Assisted with publicity for publication and for award nomination.

Publication Details

Published by: Leading Edge Magazine
PublisherURL: http://www.leadingedgemagazine.com/
Publication Type: Print and eBook
Release Date: April, 28 2021
Genre: Author, Fantasy
ISBN13: 979-8745525858

Title: A Mighty Fortress

Short Story Title: Crossroads of the Sky

Story Excerpt

“Annabelle Mable Jean Wheeler,” a voice boomed behind me, taking full advantage of my Pa’s Catholic bent when it came to names. Odd, since that hadn’t been the religion he professed believing before dying or, more important, before me being born. “A lady your age shouldn’t be working on a fueling platform.” I groaned. Was it already time for that conversation again?

Turning, I crossed my arms, eyeing Mr. Jones. “And just what would you have me doing? Ain’t no family or person to take me in below.”

He looked me over like I was some riddle to be solved. Either that or a particularly funny bone the hounds had decided to fight over. “I’m sure I could convince Miss Hardy to take you into her circle.” His voice rumbled as slowly as a passenger train pulling into station. Wasn’t me he was thinking of helping when he thought of Miss Hardy. He was just thinking of an excuse to see her sister.

“Oh, I’m sure you could,” I said, all sweetness and smiles. “But whatever would I do there? Quilting and praying?” I tapped my lips with one finger. “Supposed I could add in storytelling. Like that one time the Dart passed through...”

Jones gawked at me, the languid smile slipping off his face to be replaced with a scowl. “You wouldn't.”

I gave him my most mischievous smile in reply. “Try me.”

Awards

Award: 1st Place, 2020
Critters Readers Choice Awards
Steampunk Short Story

Contributions

Wrote short story to meet publication subject matter. Worked with the publisher's editor after acceptance of story for publication. Assisted with publicity for publication and for award nomination.

Publication Details

Published by: Immortal Works
PublisherURL: https://www.immortal-works.com/
Publication Type: Print and Ebook
Release Date: 2/18/2020
Genre: Author, Steampunk
ISBN13: 978-1734386653

Title: Christmas Caring II

Short Story Title: A Matter of Kin
Series: Christmas Caring #2

Story Excerpt

Kirsten paused at the edge of the wood. Her walking stick struck the frozen, bare ground. Rubbing her hands, she looked over the gnarled tree at the edge. The branches groaned in the frozen breeze. Wings fluttered, barely visible even in the bare branches. Raising her stick she wrapped it against the trunk. Dragonlings screeched taking to the sky.“Did you have to do that?” In his voice, Kirsten could hear the long years. Wearier this winter than even the last.

She snorted as the brown weathered form separated itself from the bark. Vines twisted around his feet sinking into the ground with each step he took, belying the cold and slowing his pace to a crawl. His face always was disconcerting with just twigs for a beard, instead of the summer foliage. “You should know better than to let dragonlings roost at the wood’s edge. Or have you forgotten company is arriving?”

Contributions

Collected and disbursed submissions for the anthology. Wrote short story to meet anthology's theme. Edited the anthology. Assisted with marketing the anthology.

Publication Details

Published by: Unlimited Dreams Publishing
Publication Type: Ebook
Release Date: 2016
Genre: Author, Editor, Fantasy

Title: Christmas Caring

Short Story Title: A Magical Eve
Series: Christmas Caring #1

Story Excerpt

"I want a glass of milk.” Heidi sighed looking over at Andy who was sitting in the middle of the kitchen floor. His bright red Christmas jammies almost matched the color of his face. The happy snowman’s expression did not at all. A tantrum was coming and, of course, her husband Braden was at the store getting eggs to replace what Andy had broken.

Wringing the last bit of raw yolk from the washcloth Heidi shook her head. “You’ve had enough today.” Setting down the rag she knelt in front of Andy. “Do you want Santa to come?”

While the question forestalled a wail, it hadn’t averted it completely. He still had that distrustful glint in his eyes. Lips turned down, he nodded his head as he twisted the pant cuff in his hands.

Awards

Award: 1st Place, 2015
Contest: Eagle Mountain Arts Alliance
Division: Christmas Short Story Contest

Contributions

Recruited best-selling authors for the anthology. Wrote short story to meet anthology's theme. Assisted with marketing the anthology, which reached rank 7 in Amazon's Anthologies category.

Publication Details

Published by: Unlimited Dreams Publishing
Publication Type: eBook
Release Date: 2015
Genre: Author, Fantasy

Title: Leading Edge Flash Fiction Online

Flash Fiction Title: 48 Hours
Series: Leading Edge Magazine

Story Excerpt

I’d trained my whole life to join the Overseer’s guard. The Overseer’s power was beyond me, but I could protect the Soul by aiding the magus.

Wind ripped at my braid. “Stay back.” My blade at guard, I held those I’d called brother at bay.

Awards

Award: Top 20, 2015
Contest: The Leading Edge Magazine
Division: Flash Fiction Contest

Contributions

Wrote story to meet contest guidelines. Assisted with editing story for publication. Assisted with advertising publication.

Publication Information

Published by: The Leading Edge
PublisherURL: http://www.leadingedgemagazine.com/
Publication Type: Online
Release Date: 2015
Genre: Author, Fantasy

Title: The Leading Edge Magazine, Vol. 43

Poem Title: Sylvan Lullabaye
Series: Leading Edge Magazine #43

Poem Ecerpt

Little one, little one, lay your head down
And look to the stars, the jewels of sky’s gown.
The white moon is passing across the sky
While we, forest’s children, in silence lie.

Contributions

Write poem and worked with editors to finalize work for publication.

Publication Details

Published by: The Leading Edge
PublisherURL: http://www.leadingedgemagazine.com/
Publication Type: Print
Release Date: 2002
Genre: Author, Fantasy

Editor Credits

Title: Christmas Caring II

Short Story Title: A Matter of Kin
Series: Christmas Caring #2

Story Excerpt

Kirsten paused at the edge of the wood. Her walking stick struck the frozen, bare ground. Rubbing her hands, she looked over the gnarled tree at the edge. The branches groaned in the frozen breeze. Wings fluttered, barely visible even in the bare branches. Raising her stick she wrapped it against the trunk. Dragonlings screeched taking to the sky.“Did you have to do that?” In his voice, Kirsten could hear the long years. Wearier this winter than even the last.

She snorted as the brown weathered form separated itself from the bark. Vines twisted around his feet sinking into the ground with each step he took, belying the cold and slowing his pace to a crawl. His face always was disconcerting with just twigs for a beard, instead of the summer foliage. “You should know better than to let dragonlings roost at the wood’s edge. Or have you forgotten company is arriving?”

Contributions

Collected and disbursed submissions for the anthology. Wrote short story to meet anthology's theme. Edited the anthology. Assisted with marketing the anthology.

Publication Details

Published by: Unlimited Dreams Publishing
Publication Type: Ebook
Release Date: 2016
Genre: Author, Editor, Fantasy

Title: Sibyl’s Scriptorium Vol. 5

Series: Sibyl's Scriptorium #5

Foreword

Welcome to Sibyl’s Scriptorium, Volume 5. Within these pages are flashes of worlds beyond our own from ghosts unable to rest to trees reaching for the light. Prepare to see how far you’d go for a dream, to fight for justice, or to save exiled magic. First though, a look behind to see what happened and a glimpse of what is to come.

This year, our cover art was provided by Rob Carlos, an extremely talented artist we are delighted to have grace our cover with our first full color illustration. His Illustration Finding Fantasy beautifully depicts the sense of wonder that can lead you in any direction. The many pathways open to creatives are reflected in the four contests or cornerstones of Sibyl’s Scriptorium.

The Æther Illustration, DragonComet Short Story, Odyssey Poetry, and PhoenixMoon Graphic Novel contests continue to offer anyone an opportunity to put their skills to use. These contests each showcases different skills beautifully utilized by the entrants to create worlds beyond our own, and ideas to enrich all. Those showcased in this anthology are great examples of the best in each division.

2018 was an excellent year for the contests. We’re delighted to see more children participating from outside of our area. We strive to give a practical experience to our learners which can be especially important for our Young School Age and School Age divisions. We’re delighted with the increasing number of young creatives participating. Each voice whether from the youth divisions or adult division provide unique perspectives.

This year we had entrants from across the united states and internationally. Our farthest away entry was from China. The diversification of our entrants provides new voices and new insights of both this world and those worlds imagined. We are delighted to be able to include these voices for you.

For the second year, Sibyl’s Scriptorium partnered with Fyrecon, a conference on Science Fiction and Fantasy writing and art. We’re happy to report that the relationship continues to prove beneficial where for the first time we’re able to offer trophies to the first-place winners. These are in addition to the prizes Fyrecon continues to offer our winners including discounted memberships offering the chance to explore perfecting creative endeavors through the hands-on classes and workshops.

Next year, we expect more challenges, more great changes, and new visions to come. We hope you will all join us again.

Contributions

Oversaw contest operations, including managing editorial staff and judges. Created the layout, design elements, and style tone for the anthology. Communicated with all contest entrants, winners, and winners' parents as applicable. Scheduled, organized, and facilitated the award ceremonies and book launch during the Fyrecon Conference. Ensured publication deadlines were met for release at awards ceremony by coordinating with winners and editors. Developed and wrote marketing materials in print and electronic formats. Reviewed publication for content and spelling and grammar. Worked with illustrator to produce publication cover.

Publication Information

Published by: Sibyl's Scriptorum
PublisherURL: https://sibscript.org/
Publication Type: Print
Release Date: 2018
Genre: Editor, Fantasy, Science Fiction
ISBN13: 978-1720740254

Title: Sibyl’s Scriptorium Vol. 4

Series: Sibyl's Scriptorium #4

Foreword

Welcome to Sibyl’s Scriptorium, Volume 4. We’re glad you have found your way here and know you will enjoy our winning entries. Prepare for a journey to the ocean, the stars, and within your own mind. Images which capture castles, the woods, and the undead. First though, a look behind to see what happened and a glimpse of what is to come.

Sibyl’s Scriptorium underwent a large change this year. We have joined forces with Fyrecon, a new conference on Science Fiction and Fantasy writing and art. Our partnership with Fyrecon has afforded us new opportunities for our entrants, including new prizes of discounted or free passes for winners. More details to come on that.

To coordinate with our new home, we have rearranged our entry deadlines to July 1st, November 1st, and March 1st. I feel the new deadlines will allow our younger entrants better opportunities to enter the contests as the dates more closely correspond to school calendars.

2017 was an excellent year for your contests. We saw a larger number of entries than ever, including from our Young School Age and School Age divisions. The contests are meant to give a practical experience to our learners. We’re delighted to see some many young creatives participating.

We’ve had new celebrity judges lend their time and expertise to the contests. To all of our new judges, welcome. We know that your time, both our returning judges and new judges, is precious. We appreciate your support and the feedback you have provided our entrants. Learning what they have done, both areas they have done well in and what they can work on next, is an important aspect of these contests.

As always, the Æther Illustration, DragonComet Short Story, and Odyssey Poetry Contests continue to offer everyone an opportunity to put their skills to use. Each contest showcase a different set of skills and those showcased in this anthology are great examples of the best in each division. We are glad to welcome PhoenixMoon to the ranks of our contests and winners. The entries, both individually done or created by teams, were a delight to see and include in our anthology.

Next year, we expect more great changes to come. We hope you will all join us again and can’t wait to see the new year’s entries.

Contributions

Oversaw contest operations, including managing editorial staff and judges. Created the layout, design elements, and style tone for the anthology. Communicated with all contest entrants, winners, and winners' parents as applicable. Scheduled, organized, and facilitated the award ceremonies and book launch during the Fyrecon Conference. Ensured publication deadlines were met for release at awards ceremony by coordinating with winners and editors. Developed and wrote marketing materials in print and electronic formats. Reviewed publication for content and spelling and grammar. Worked with illustrator to produce publication cover.

Publication Details

Published by: Sibyl's Scriptorum
PublisherURL: https://sibscript.org/
Publication Type: Print
Release Date: 2017
Genre: Editor, Fantasy, Science Fiction
ISBN13: 978-1546896852

Title: Sibyl’s Scriptorium Vol. 3

Series: Sibyl's Scriptorium #3

Foreword

Welcome to the 2016 edition of Sibyl’s Scriptorium, Volume 3. We are proud to present the winning entries, and we’re confident that you’ll be just as impressed by them as our judges were. Here, you’ll read about space stations and dragons. You’ll also explore themes as broad as the nature of the universe and as personal as how to discover yourself.

First, though, I would like to take just a moment to reflect on the past year and look briefly toward where we are headed in the future.

This year has seen the contests grow in tremendous ways. One major change to all the contests was the introduction of a triad entry system. In an effort to encourage people to write more and help them learn through practical experience, SibScript now has three deadlines throughout the year: March 1st, June 1st, and October 1st. Entrants can now enter multiple triads until a creation is selected as a finalist. We feel this system furthers our goal of assisting creators. It is also a fun way to interact with entrants throughout the year.

For the first time we participated in Salt Lake Comic Con as a vendor. The experience was fantastic and allowed us to connect with more people and provided a great venue for an exciting announcement: the creation of a fourth contest. PhoenixMoon Graphic Novel Contest was introduced for the 2017 contest year. This contest combines both art and writing. One striking difference for this contest from its predecessors is the ability for teams of collaborators to contribute. Just like its predecessors, the contest has divisions for adults, school age, and young school age entrants. We look forward to the PhoenixMoon’s first year.

For the other contests, 2016 was a excellent year. We received more entries than previous years and they were greatly enjoyed by the judges. The hard part this year was selecting the best entries both in preliminary judging and the final judging rounds. We hope you enjoy the anthology as much as we have.

As always, the Æther Illustration, DragonComet Short Story, and Odyssey Poetry Contests continue to offer everyone an opportunity to put their skills, including those learned at LTUE, to use. Each contest showcases a different set of skills and those showcased in this anthology are great examples of the best in each division.

Next year, we expect more great changes to come. We hope you will all join us again and can’t wait to see the new year’s entries.

Contributions

Oversaw contest operations, including managing editorial staff and judges. Created the layout, design elements, and style tone for the anthology. Communicated with all contest entrants, winners, and winners' parents as applicable. Scheduled, organized, and facilitated the award ceremonies and book launch during the Life, the Universe, and Everything Symposium. Ensured publication deadlines were met for release at awards ceremony by coordinating with winners and editors. Developed and wrote marketing materials in print and electronic formats. Reviewed publication for content and spelling and grammar. Worked with illustrator to produce publication cover.

Publication Details

Published by: Sibyl's Scriptorum
PublisherURL: https://sibscript.org/
Publication Type: Print
Release Date: 2016
Genre: Editor, Fantasy, Science Fiction
ISBN13: 978-1523353460

Title: Sibyl’s Scriptorium Vol. 2

Series: Sibyl's Scriptorium #2

Forward

Sibyl's Scriptorium's call to poets, illustrators, and authors is to create their own universes. The call has been answered and the second volume of Sibyl’s Scriptorium has become reality. You hold worlds created by talented individuals’ hard work, determination, and soul. I am blessed to be a step on their path forward.

In addition to the contributors, this publication owes thanks to the Life, the Universe, & Everything Symposium (LTUE). For thirty-three years it has helped writers, editors, and artists improve their skills. The contests were created to help fulfill this imperative. Last year they were melded together into Sibyl’s Scriptorium to allow entrants, not only practice, but the chance to shine. I am proud of this year’s winners.

Completing its second year, Æther Illustration Contest continues to receive a illustrations with a depth of themes and styles. Each provides a glimpse of a world beyond our own. Each are worth more than thousand words and more than one look.

The elder sibling of the contests is DragonComet Short Story Contest. Writing has always been the core of LTUE and it is no surprise a short story contest came first. The surprises of this contest are the stories submitted. From the practiced and refined ideas of the Adult Division, to the wild imagination of the School Age divisions, each story is a treat to read.
Odyssey Poetry Contest is defined by the deliberately crafted entries. Each word is chosen to provide the reader a vibrant nuance. Poetry’s challenge is heightened by trying to reveal a world separate from our own. Pause and allow these words’ meaning to unfold. The time will not be wasted.

From myself and from all of Sibyl’s Scriptorium’s committee, welcome. We are glad you have chosen to share in the delight these works have brought us. We are grateful for the opportunity to connect you with new universes. The time has come to turn the page and delve in.

New worlds are waiting.

Contributions

Oversaw contest operations, including managing editorial staff and judges. Created the layout, design elements, and style tone for the anthology. Communicated with all contest entrants, winners, and winners' parents as applicable. Scheduled, organized, and facilitated the award ceremonies and book launch during the Life, the Universe, and Everything Symposium. Ensured publication deadlines were met for release at awards ceremony by coordinating with winners and editors. Developed and wrote marketing materials in print and electronic formats. Reviewed publication for content and spelling and grammar. Worked with illustrator to produce publication cover.

Publication Details

Published by: Sibyl's Scriptorum
PublisherURL: https://sibscript.org/
Publication Type: Print and eBook
Release Date: 2015
Genre: Editor, Fantasy, Science Fiction
ISBN13: 978-1506003276

Title: Sibyl’s Scriptorium Vol. 1

Series: Sibyl's Scriptorium #1

Foreword

Welcome to the debut edition of Sibyl’s Scriptorium. Over the years as Contest Coordinator, I have had the chance to see many excellent entries to Life, the Universe, & Everything: The Marion K. “Doc” Smith Symposium on Science Fiction and Fantasy (LTUE) contests. We are excited to publish this year’s winners in Sibyl’s Scriptorium.

For 31 years and counting, the LTUE Symposium has been dedicated to assisting authors, poets, and illustrators improve their craft. Practice is an important part of learning. That is why the contests exist. That is what our goal is: to aid creators in learning how to perfect their craft. We have several vehicles to assist in this process. We have made a number of changes this year, all of which lead up to the Sibyl’s Scriptorium publication.

Æther Illustration Contest is the newest of the contests, but it is not the least. It began this year and gives LTUE’s illustrators a chance to compete as well. This contest was overdue, and we are thrilled with the works we have already witnessed.

DragonComet Short Story Contest was the first of all the contests sponsored by LTUE. Writing has always been at the core of LTUE, and that this contest was the first is no surprise. In its section you will find a great variety of short stories.

Odyssey Poetry Contest entries show stunning vistas of imagination. Poetry allows a connection to imagination different from either of the other contests. Come immerse yourself in the vistas created by this year’s winners.

Every story included in these pages is the dream of its creator. For years the Contest Committee has read a range of stories and poetry but never had a means of sharing them with a broader audience. We know that while being recognized with an award is wonderful, what illustrators, authors, and poets really want is to be able to share their work with everyone. We are pleased to at last be able to share their dreams with you.

Contributions

Oversaw contest operations, including managing editorial staff and judges. Created the layout, design elements, and style tone for the anthology. Communicated with all contest entrants, winners, and winners' parents as applicable. Scheduled, organized, and facilitated the award ceremonies and book launch during the Life, the Universe, and Everything Symposium. Ensured publication deadlines were met for release at awards ceremony by coordinating with winners and editors. Developed and wrote marketing materials in print and electronic formats. Reviewed publication for content and spelling and grammar. Worked with illustrator to produce publication cover.

Publication Information

Published by: Sibyl's Scriptorum
PublisherURL: https://sibscript.org/
Publication Type: Print and eBook
Release Date: 2014
Genre: Editor, Fantasy, Science Fiction
ISBN13: 978-1494992910

Awards

First Place Awards

Award: 1st Place, 2020
Critters Readers Choice Awards
Steampunk Short Story
Story: Crossroads of the Sky

Award: 1st Place, 2015
Contest: Eagle Mountain Arts Alliance
Division: Christmas Short Story Contest
Story: A Magical Eve

Award: 1st Place, 2005
Contest: Odyssey Poetry Contest
Division: Adult Poetry Division
Story: Night

Top Placement Awards

Award: Top Ten, 2021
Contest: Critters Readers Choice Awards
Division: Science Fiction and Fantasy Short Story
Story: Will of a Wisp

Award: Top 20, 2015
Contest: The Leading Edge Magazine
Division: Flash Fiction Contest
Story: 48 Hours

Honorable Mentions

Award: Honorable Mention, 1st Quarter, 2023
Contest: Writers of the Future
Division: Short Story Contest
Story: When the Mystrel Flies

Award: Honorable Mention, 3rd Quarter, 2022
Contest: Writers of the Future
Division: Short Story Contest
Story: Mind Games

Award: Honorable Mention, 2nd Quarter, 2022
Contest: Writers of the Future
Division: Short Story Contest
Story: Flightless

Award: Honorable Mention, 1st Quarter, 2022
Contest: Writers of the Future
Division: Short Story Contest
Story: All the Stars' Time

Award: Silver Honorable Mention, 3rd Quarter, 2021
Contest: Writers of the Future
Division: Short Story Contest
Story: Beneath her Dancing Sky

Award: Silver Honorable Mention, 2nd Quarter, 2021
Contest: Writers of the Future
Division: Short Story Contest
Story: When the Mystrel Flies

Award: Honorable Mention, 2021
Contest: The Leading Edge Magazine
Division: Flash Fiction Contest
Story: Will of a Wisp

Award: Honorable Mention, 4th Quarter, 2020
Contest: Writers of the Future
Division: Short Story Contest
Story: Standing at the Edge

Award: Honorable Mention, 3rd Quarter, 2020
Contest: Writers of the Future
Division: Short Story Contest
Story: Moon Touched

Award: Honorable Mention, 1st Quarter, 2020
Contest: Writers of the Future
Division: Short Story Contest
Story: Astrael

Award: Honorable Mention, 4th Quarter, 2019
Contest: Writers of the Future
Division: Short Story Contest
Story: Of Earth and Ore

Practical Examples

The following examples were created to complete coursework for one class for the Master of Library Science, Storytelling Class.

Skills utilized include: graphic design, video design, video editing, script writing, presentation, sound editing, etc.

Module 4 Assignment 2

Jenna Eatough
Professor Bates
LS 5343 20
November 26, 2018

The final project was created using Prezi and is available both as a presentation and as a word document. The project contains observations of two library programs (Big Guy, Little Guy Superhero Accademy and Dungeons and Dragons), assessment of virtual resources, and an interview of a youth services librarian.

Module 4 Assignment 1

Jenna Eatough
Professor Bates
LS 5343 20
November 26, 2018

These programs cover the Future Ready Framework for Curriculum, Instruction, And Assessment; Personalized Professional Learning; Budget and Resources; Community Partnerships; Collaborative Leadership; and Use of Space and Time. The sections are designed to focus on creating programming for teens.

Works Cited

BarbaraALane. Fractal Sphere Pattern Circle. 2017. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/fractal-sphere-pattern-circle-1978534/. Date accessed 20 November 2018.

Copperscaledragon. Sphere Ball Fractal Fractals Fractals. 2014. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/sphere-ball-fractal-fractals-329925/. Date accessed 20 November 2018.

Daria-Yakovleva. Background Tree Wood Texture. 2017. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/background-tree-wood-texture-2132910/. Date accessed 20 November 2018.

DeltaWorks. Fractal Sphere Maru Digital Art. 2015. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/fractal-sphere-maru-digital-art-662895/. Date accessed 20 November 2018.

Dossin, Lia. “Future Ready Librarians.” Future Ready Schools. https://futureready.org/program-overview/librarians/. Date accessed 27 September 2018.

Egnez. Minecraft Map City Skyscraper. 2016. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/minecraft-map-city-skyscraper-1618142/. Date accessed 25 November 2018.

Geralt. Binary Code Privacy Policy Woman. 2014. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/binary-code-privacy-policy-woman-1327493/. Date accessed 25 November 2018.

Geralt. Hands Puzzle Share Items. 2016. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/hands-puzzle-share-items-1697898/. Date accessed 25 November 2018.

Geralt. School Board Empty Slate. 2017. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/school-board-empty-slate-2229931/. Date accessed 20 November 2018.

Geralt. Umbrella Economy Sure Idea Rain. 2017. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/umbrella-economy-sure-idea-rain-2904775/. Date accessed 25 November 2018.

Gimono. Cluster Individual Chosen Choice. 2018. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/cluster-individual-chosen-choice-3652876/. Date accessed 25 November 2018.

Intographics. Isolated Transparent Sphere. 2016. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/isolated-transparent-sphere-1523113/. Date accessed 20 November 2018.

Khamkhor. Girl Kid Attractive Student. 2017. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/girl-kid-attractive-student-3041391/. Date accessed 25 November 2018.

PIRO4D. Window Niche Wall Boards Texture. 2017. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/window-niche-wall-boards-texture-2065951/. Date accessed 20 November 2018.

Successcoach. Fractal Art Fractal Art Artwork. 2016. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/fractal-art-fractal-art-artwork-1420607/. Date accessed 20 November 2018.

TheDigitalArtist. Ball Sphere Digital Art Fractals. 2014. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/ball-sphere-digital-art-fractals-351117/. Date accessed 20 November 2018.

TheDigitalArtist. Fractal Sphere Render. 2016. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/fractal-sphere-render-3d-1758240/. Date Accessed 20 November 2018.

Module 3 Assignment 2

Jenna Eatough
Professor Bates
LS 5343 20
November 7, 2018

These booktalks cover books written for grades 6-12. Included in this project are the books The Black Witch, Rebel of the Sands, Hunter, Daughter of the Pirate King, The Queen’s Rising, and an extra sixth book Colonial Prime: Humanity. All of these books tend are from the speculative fiction genres and are Young Adult books. The extra book was included as a local author from a smaller press.

Works Cited

“The Black Witch.” YouTube, uploaded by Becky Travis, 28 May 2018, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G20lLTJyHhQ.

“Daughter of the Pirate King: Opening.” YouTube, uploaded by Mallory Smith, 17 February 2018, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0lec_4ZTHNY.

Forest, Laurie. The Black Witch. Don Mills, Ontario, Harlequin Teen, 2017.

GeorgyGir. 2014. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/stone-paint-texture-background-352480/. Date Accessed 11/7/2018.

Hamilton, Alwyn. Rebel of the Sands. New York, NY, Speak, 2016.

“Hunter by Mercedes Lackey.” YouTube, uploaded by Papio Jr High, 10 November 2015, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7FTuAv5PhrI.

Karen_Nadine. 2016. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/door-landscape-fantasy-forest-1890746/. Date Accessed 11/7/2018.

Lackey, Mercedes. Hunter. New York, NY, Hyperion, 2015.

Levenseller, Tricia. Daughter of the Pirate King. New York, NY, Feiwel and Friends, 2017.

Levenseller, Tricia. Personal interview. 28 September 2018.

Nielsen, Kevin L. Colonial Prime: Humanity. Salt Lake City, UT, Immortal Works, 2018.

Nielsen, Kevin L. Personal interview. 22 October 2018.

noonexy. 2017. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/abstract-digital-art-fractal-2350071/. Date Accessed 11/7/2018.

PellissierJP. 2016. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/background-texture-metal-scratches-1172581/. Date Accessed 11/7/2018.

Pixel2013. 2017. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/book-star-open-book-magic-read-2160539/. Date Accessed 11/7/2018.

Prettysleepy1. 2018. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/mountains-ocean-frozen-clouds-3674021/. Date Accessed 11/7/2018.

“Rebel of the Sands by Alwyn Hamilton | YA Fiction official book trailer.” YouTube, uploaded by faberandfaber, 21 January 2016, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-3Ja4TLLvRQ.

Ross, Rebecca. Personal interview. 22 October 2018.

Ross, Rebecca. The Queen’s Rising. New York, NY, HarperTeen, 2018.

TweSwe. 2018. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/girl-castle-woman-fantasy-tale-3520523/. Date Accessed 11/7/2018.

I worked with the author to create a book trailer for Colonial Prime: Humanity by Kevin L. Nielsen.

Module 3 Assignment 1

Jenna Eatough
Professor Bates
LS 5343 20
October 30, 2018

These booktalks will cover books written for grades 6-12. Included in this project are the books The Black Witch, Rebel of the Sands, Hunter, Daughter of the Pirate King, The Queen’s Rising, and an extra sixth book Colonial Prime Humanity. All of these books tend are from the speculative fiction genres and are Young Adult books. The extra book was included as a local author from a smaller press.

The Black Witch

Title: The Black Witch
Author: Laurie Forest
Publisher: Harlequin Teen
Copyright: 2017

Synopses: The Black Witch follows Elloren Gardner as she leaves her village on the outskirts of Gardneria to attend University. There she is confronted by her aunt’s unbending will, being an outcast for not quite fitting in, and having to confront the cultural assumptions of her people all while trying to keep her promise to her uncle not to wandfast until after university. Through her trials Elloren learns how to be the best version of herself and not just what others expect of her.

Current Event/Life Event: This book deals with keeping your word when challenged not to and understanding the world beyond what you’ve been taught.

Book Trailer: This trailer was created by fans, the trailer introduces readers to the main character and the history which controls the path her life has taken up to the start of the novel, as well as the main concerns Elloren must face.

Script Outline:

Hook: Sometimes keeping a promise is hard. Sometimes it means having to live with those you fear the most.
Characters and Relationships:

Elloren Gardner is the Gardnerian granddaughter of Carnissa Gardner. In fact, Elloren is her spitting image except she does not possess her people’s magic, nor is she willing to break her word just for tradition or ease. Through the trials she is forced to endure, Elloren learns to question the assumptions her people have made about the other magical races.

Vyvian is a Gardnerian councilor and aunt to Elloren. She causes many of Elloren’s struggles at university by trying to make life difficult unless Elloren will break her promise to her uncle and give into Vyvian’s demands.

Lukas Grey is a Gardnerian soldier and level five mage. Lukas believes in his and Elloren’s people’s views and supports them. While he doesn’t try to force Elloren’s decision he supports Vyvian’s choice for him and Elloren to handfast.

Kelt Yvan is a fellow student at University and from one of the minority magical races. He aids Elloren in learning to see beyond her people’s prejudice and shows her how to truly help and accept others.

Ariel Haven is an Inaral that Elloren is forced to be roommates with for defying her Vyvian’s will. Ariel’s people hate Elloren’s grandmother’s legacy and wish to see it destroyed. Ariel has been beaten down by what society thinks of her and is a counterpoint to Elloren’s world view at the start of the novel.

Setting: The book is set in a fantasy world with a host of mythical races. The book takes place in a village, city, and primarily at the major university of the realms.

Conflict: The central conflict of the novel is finding a self-identity, learning what are incorrect assumptions passed on by culture, and taking a stand to improve life for those who are oppressed.

Review: Kirkus gave The Black Witch a starred review stating that “In Elloren’s tale, this briskly paced, tightly plotted novel enacts the transformative power of education, creating engaging characters set in a rich alternative universe with a complicated history that can help us better understand our own.

A massive page-turner that leaves readers longing for more.”

Works Cited

“The Black Witch.” Kirkus, 20 February 2017, https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/laurie-forest/black-witch/.

“The Black Witch.” YouTube, uploaded by Becky Travis, 28 May 2018, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G20lLTJyHhQ.

“The Black Witch: An Epic Fantasy Novel.” Amazon, 2 May. 2017, https://www.amazon.com/Black-Witch-Fantasy-Novel-Chronicles/dp/0373212313/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1540788867&sr=8-1.

The Black Witch Chronicles Wiki. http://the-black-witch-chronicles.wikia.com/wiki/The_Black_Witch_Chronicles_Wiki. Accessed 29 October 2018.

Forest, Laurie. The Black Witch. Don Mills, Ontario, Harlequin Teen, 2017.

Laurie Forest: Epic Fantasy Fiction Author. Laurie Forest. http://laurieannforest.com/. Accessed 29 October 2018.

Rebel of the Sands

Title: Rebel of the Sands
Author: Alwyn Hamilton
Publisher: Speak
Copyright: 2016

Synopses: Amani longs to leave her home village of Dustwalk and reach the city where she won’t have to live by her aunt’s rules. Determined to win a sharpshooting contest she meets Jin there. When things go amuck, together they escape from Dustwalk and travel the desert meeting magic, danger, and mystery. In the sands Amani learns her true strength and the strength to help others.

Current Event/Life Event: This book looks at learning how to accept yourself and discover how you fit into the world.

Book Trailer: As the official book trailer this video introduces readers to Amani, where she starts in the novel, and how she discovers and becomes involved in the wider problems in the world.

Script Outline:

Hook: Rebel princes, a desert full of magic, and a heritage you don’t understand.

Characters and Relationships:

Amani Al'Hiza is a sixteen-year-old sharp shooter who grew up in Dustwalk living with her aunt’s family. Where she never fit with the ideals of the town, she is determined to escape and live on her own. She meets and works with Jin to achieve her goals even when she doesn’t understand his.

Ajinahd "Jin" Al'Oman Bin Izman is a mysterious stranger. With broken compass to guide them, he pushes Amani down a path she would not have taken otherwise.

Commander Naguib is a son of the Sultan. Having failed at the inheritance competition, he now serves the country as a commander in the army. His duty pushes him to chase Amani, Jin, and the rebel prince no matter who gets hurt to fulfill his duty.

Setting: An alternate world where the desert is alive with magic. The novel takes place across a vast expanse as they travel learning about the world and themselves.

Conflict: The Sultan is trying to keep the peace by allowing outside forces more control within the country. The rebel prince is fights to keep his people free. Amani is pulled into the conflict by Jin and by her true nature she is only beginning to realize.

Review: Rebel of the Sands received a starred review from Kirkus. The review stated “Amani’s adventures through this immersive alternative landscape continually veer off into unpredictable detours, looping back to an almost overstuffed climax that manages to deliciously satisfy while dangling tempting hints for a sequel.

Romantic, thrilling, hilarious, and just plain great fun.”

Works Cited

Alwyn Hamilton. Alwyn Hamilton. https://www.alwynhamilton.com/ Accessed 29 October 2018.

Hamilton, Alwyn. Rebel of the Sands. New York, NY, Speak, 2016.

“Rebel of the Sands.” Amazon, 8 March. 2016, https://www.amazon.com/Rebel-Sands-Alwyn-Hamilton/dp/0451477537/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1540793697&sr=8-1.

“Rebel of the Sands.” Kirkus, 8 December 2015, https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/alwyn-hamilton/rebel-of-the-sands/.

“Rebel of the Sands by Alwyn Hamilton | YA Fiction official book trailer.” YouTube, uploaded by faberandfaber, 21 January 2016, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-3Ja4TLLvRQ.

Rebel of the Sands Wikia. http://rebel-of-the-sands.wikia.com/wiki/Rebel_Of_The_Sands_(book). Accessed 29 October 2018.

Hunter

Title: Hunter
Author: Mercedes Lackey
Publisher: Hyperion
Copyright: 2015

Synopses: Hunter Joy is forced to leave her mountain village and serve in Apex, the last, largest city left to the humans in the world where the rest is being overrun by monsters. The Othersiders, freed after the Diseray and the Breakthrough, are creeping through the human’s barriers more than they should and a conspiracy is in motion to bring even worse. Joy, her hounds, and the other hunters must work to save Apex, the last great human city, but there is danger both within and without that want to destroy her.

Current Event/Life Event: This book discusses learning how to adjust to a new environment and work with others, both those with your best interests in mind and those you may not like to help others.

Book Trailer: This book trailer was created by students at Papio Jr High and introduces readers to the book from the point of view of the villain.

Script Outline:

Hook: What if the only thing standing between your world and the monsters is you and your pets. For Hunter Joy, this is a fact.

Characters and Relationships:

Joyeaux Charmand is a hunter brought to Apex to help protect the citizens by her Uncle, Commander Charmand. She learns to work with others and to rely on herself and her pack.

Bya is the pack leader of Joy’s Hounds. Coming from elsewhere himself, he leads her exceptionally large pack. They work with Joy to help protect humans in return for feeding off the magical essence of the monsters they defeat.

Commander Charmand is Joy’s uncle and leaders of the army working to fight against the Othersiders. He brought Joy to Apex to prove he doesn’t play favorites and using her in the intrigue filling the city and so that there is someone he can trust nearby.

Hunter Ace is in the lead of the feeds which showcase the Hunters protecting Apex. This is down to help keep Cits calm and the most popular hunters get extra privileges. However, when Joy shows up his popularity is threatened, and he is willing to do anything to protect himself, including betray Joy and Apex.

Setting: A postapocalyptic future where magic has broken through and threatens to destroy the world. The remaining people and cities struggle to fight against the hordes of monsters using technology and their hounds.

Conflict: The conflicts include between people, Joy and Hunter Ace, and between human and the Othersiders who are destroying their world.

Review: Kirkus gave Hunter a starred review stating “Lackey builds this magically post-apocalyptic world briskly: some 250 years after the nuclear catastrophe that caused the pole-reversing Diseray, bits and pieces of our Earth, both geographical and cultural, remain. Joyeaux’s narration is spellbinding, the prose easily balancing the technology of the future with the traditions of the past.”

Works Cited

“Hunter.” Amazon, 1 September. 2015, https://www.amazon.com/Hunter-Mercedes-Lackey/dp/1484707842/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1540793940&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=hunter+lackey&psc=1.

“Hunter.” Kirkus, 29 June 2015, https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/mercedes-lackey/hunter-lackey/.

“Hunter.” Mercedes Lackey, http://www.mercedeslackey.com/books/hunter/. Accessed 29 October 2018.

“Hunter by Mercedes Lackey.” YouTube, uploaded by Papio Jr High, 10 November 2015, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7FTuAv5PhrI.

Lackey, Mercedes. Hunter. New York, NY, Hyperion, 2015.

Daughter of the Pirate King

Title: Daughter of the Pirate King
Author: Tricia Levenseller
Publisher: Feiwel and Friends
Copyright: 2017

Synopses: Alosa must infiltrate Captain Draxen’s ship, one of the three pirate lords and steel his part of the map to the legendary Isla de Canta of the Sirens where their great treasure lies. To do this she must allow herself to be taken captive by men who hate her father, the Pirate King, search a hostile ship, and protect her crew and secrets.

Current Event/Life Event: This book discusses coming to terms with yourself, even the parts of you which you may not like. That everything can be a strength if you let it.

Book Trailer: This book trailer was fan produced and acts out the opening scenes for the book. Readers are introduced to Alosa, her personality, and the situation visually.

Script Outline:

Hook: What better way to ransack a pirate’s ship than be taken prisoner?

Characters and Relationships:

Princess Alosa is the Daughter of the Pirate king and works to support her father in his goals. She was raised to be smart, cunning, and dangerous Alosa isn’t afraid of her task, only of her other half.

Riden is Draxen’s brother and first mate aboard his ship. Shrewder than his brother, he doesn’t trust Alosa but doesn’t care for his brother’s callousness either. He walks a fine line of being true to himself and to his crew.

Captain Draxen took over his ship after his father’s death and has little care for the suffering of others. His only interest is in selling Alosa back to the Pirate King or whatever other means he can use to acquire gold.

Vordan Serad is the third pirate lord and is after the treasure himself. He is willing to use Draxen and Alosa get ahold of the treasure.

Setting: The novel is set in a fantasy world full of pirates, oceans, and intrigue.

Conflict: Alosa must appear to be a captive to search Draxen’s ship while keeping her secrets. She must balance the brothers, Draxen and Riden against each other. However, she doesn’t see the third pirate lord’s hand until he has her and her secrets in his power.

Review: The Publishers weekly gave a positive review of Daughter of the Pirate King stating “Levenseller makes an impressive debut with this funny, fast-paced, and romance-dashed nautical fantasy, set in an alternate world of pirates, sirens, and myriad islands.”

Works Cited

“Daughter of the Pirate King.” Amazon, 28 February 2017, https://www.amazon.com/Daughter-Pirate-King-Tricia-Levenseller/dp/1250095964/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1540794272&sr=8-1.

“Daughter of the Pirate King.” Publishers Weekly, 12 December 2016, https://www.publishersweekly.com/978-1-250-09596-1.

“Daughter of the Pirate King: Opening.” YouTube, uploaded by Mallory Smith, 17 February 2018, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0lec_4ZTHNY.

Daughter of the Pirate King Wiki. http://daughter-of-the-pirate-king.wikia.com/wiki/Daughter_of_the_pirate_king_Wiki. Accessed 29 October 2018.

Levenseller, Tricia. Daughter of the Pirate King. New York, NY, Feiwel and Friends, 2017.

Levenseller, Tricia. Personal interview. 28 September 2018.

YA Fantasy Author: Tricia Levenseller. Tricia Levenseller. https://tricialevenseller.com/. Accessed 29 October 2018.

The Queen’s Rising

Title: The Queen’s Rising
Author: Rebecca Ross
Publisher: HarperTeen
Copyright: 2018

Synopses: Brienna, an orphan who never knew her father or his name. She has lived hidden away by her grandfather at a school where she is being trained to become a Passion. However, as the solstice draws close she is fearful that she will not be able to Master her Passion in time, but her failure to gain a patron there and sharing memories with her ancestor sets her on a new mission. While her path does not follow the straight course she thought, it leads her into intrigue and a rebellion against the tyrant ruling Maevana as well as discovering her hidden past and that of those around her.

Current Event/Life Event: This book can tie to the life event of working through disappointments and seeing what lays beyond a failure. In the book Brienna doesn’t master the passion with her peers, but she doesn’t give up either.

Book Trailer: While no book trailers for The Queen’s Rising were located, and interview with the author about what inspired the book was acquired.

Script Outline:

Hook: Have you ever not succeeded at something on your first try? For Brienna the adventure begins after missing a goal.

Characters and Relationships:

Brienna/Amadine Jourdain is half-Maevan and half-Valerian and has been hidden away in an academy to study passion: art, music, dramatics, wit, and knowledge. There she studied under Cartier while being denied any information on who her Maevan father was. Brienna, without a real talent for a passion, studied them all for a time before settling on knowledge. However, does she have the time to master her passion and if she fails what lies in her future.

Cartier Évariste/d’Aramitz is an Arden of Knowledge and becomes Brienna’s mentor. As the solstice draws close, his relationship with Brienna deepens, but her failure to master forces them apart and forces him to face the past he had hid from, being of the exiled lords of Maevan in hiding having survived the failed coup when he was a child.

Aldéric Jourdain/Lord Kavanagh is one of the exiled lords of Mavaen after a failed coup. He takes Brienna as a patron with the condition that she cut herself off from everyone she knew as they work to overthrow the corrupt king of Maevan.

Brendan Allenach is one of the most powerful lords in Maevan. His family was originally behind the coup that forced the rightful family line off the throne in the hopes of gaining power, a goal he still works toward. Discovering his hidden daughter in Brienna gives him a new path to power if he can convince her to join him.

Setting: A fantasy, medieval, French based society where the kingdom to the north of Valena, Maevana is ruled by an evil tyrant. These two countries have an uneasy truce at the best. The story takes place across the borders of both countries.

Conflict: Brienna must decide who to trust when everyone is not who or what they seem, including herself. She must find her path and passion and decide which queen will she help place on the throne of Maevana.

Review: Teenreads provided a positive review of The Queen’s Rising by stating that “This novel contains just as much magic in the prose as it does in the setting. With Ross’ lyrical writing, complex characters and meticulous world-building, one is bound to be mesmerized from the first page.”

Works Cited

“The Queen’s Rising.” Amazon, 6 February. 2018, https://www.amazon.com/Queens-Rising-Rebecca-Ross/dp/0062471341/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1540793430&sr=8-1.

“The Queen’s Rising.” TeenReads, 14 March 2018, https://www.teenreads.com/reviews/the-queens-rising.

Rebecca Ross. Rebecca Ross, http://www.rebeccarossauthor.com/. Accessed 29 October 2018.

Ross, Rebecca. Personal interview. 22 October 2018.

Ross, Rebecca. The Queen’s Rising. New York, NY, HarperTeen, 2018.

Colonial Prime: Humanity – Extra Book

Title: Colonial Prime: Humanity
Author: Kevin L. Nielsen
Publisher: Immortal Works
Copyright: 2018

Synopses: Political exiles, retired military personnel, and people desperate to escape the violence on Earth are the crew of the five ships headed out into space to become the first colony beyond this solar system lead by the flagship Colonial Prime. They carry with them the hope of Earth to find a life beyond the violence there. Their mission will take forty-five years to reach their new home However, as the ships slowly creep out of the solar system message from home reach the ship. The fragile peace on Earth has been shattered and another violent revolution has occurred. Can ships escape the prejudices they want to leave behind, or will their ships be overrun by factions as well.

Current Event/Life Event: This book talks about being uprooted from everything you know. Where high school students are potentially preparing for their future away from their parents’ home, this book can give insight toward moving on to new chapters of life.

Book Trailer: While no book trailer was previous produced for this book, an interview with the author about what inspired the book was conducted as well as materials gathered to produce a book trailer.

Script Outline:

Hook: Moving is something everyone has to do, but not everyone has to move to a new galaxy.

Characters and Relationships:

Jaelyn Corrin is the captain’s son and has spent his entire life aboard one ship or another as the son of Captain Amara Corrin. While he’s known metal and tech all his life, he longs for green and is drawn to working in the gardens.

Captain Amara Corrin is the leader of the colony expedition and is tasked with finding a way to bring all the different factions aboard her ship and ships together, along with keeping her son and her new relationship with Nathan Esquina healthy.

Nathan Esquina becomes the second in command aboard Colonial Prime to escape. His father is one of the leaders of the tenuous alliance on Earth and he knows it won’t last. He is invested in their mission and trying to find a lasting peace.

Dr. Alexis Martin cares for the plants aboard colonial prime and take Jaelyn in as her apprentice, but like the rest she had allegiances back home. When her previous faction rises to power she has to chose between the ship and them.

Setting: The story takes place in the future aboard the spaceship Colonial Prime bound on a forty-five-year journey to another solar system to be the first human colony.

Conflict: Earth has been torn apart by hatred and Colonial Prime is immune to that hatred infiltrating its decks. The crew must work together to keep the hope of a peaceful life alive, even when news of new coups and bloodshed on Earth reach them.

Review: No review for this book or any other book was located. Colonial Prime: Humanity is being included in the project as an extra book.

Works Cited

“Colonial Prime: Humanity.” Amazon, 6 February. 2018, https://www.amazon.com/Colonial-Prime-Humanity-Nielsen-Kevin/dp/0999020552/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1540794563&sr=8-2.

Kevin L. Nielsen: The Guy in the Purple Shirt. Kevin L. Nielsen, http://kevinlnielsen.com/. Accessed 29 October 2018.

Nielsen, Kevin L. Colonial Prime: Humanity. Salt Lake City, UT, Immortal Works, 2018.

Nielsen, Kevin L. Personal interview. 22 October 2018.

Module 2 Assignment 2

Jenna Eatough
Professor Bates
LS 5343 20
September 23, 2018

Works Cited

TheDigitalArtist. Hexagon Hex Grid Abstract Design. 2015. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/hexagon-hex-grid-abstract-design-866195/. Date accessed 23 September 2018.

3dman_eu. Board Easel Architect Engineer. 2018. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/board-easel-architect-engineer-2714172/. Date Accessed 23 September 2018.

3dman_eu. Courses Shares Forex Analysis. 2017. https://pixabay.com/en/courses-shares-forex-analysis-2318035/. Date Accessed 23 September 2018.

3dman_eu. Dollar Money Running Away Finance. 2010. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/dollar-money-running-away-finance-3289367/. Date Accessed 23 September 2018.

3dman_eu. Email Mail Phone Contact Request. 2017. https://pixabay.com/en/email-mail-phone-contact-request-2955056/. Date Accessed 23 September 2018.

3dman_eu. Key Entry Door Castle Door Key. 2018. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/key-entry-door-castle-door-key-3125904/. Date Accessed 23 September 2018.

3dman_eu. Learn Books Literature Education. 2018. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/learn-books-literature-education-3325483/. Date Accessed 23 September 2018.

3dman_eu. Males 3d Model Isolated 3d Mode 2322810. 2017. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/males-3d-model-isolated-3d-model-2322810/. Date Accessed 23 September 2018.

3dman_eu. Males 3d Model Isolated 3d Mode 2358243. 2017. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/males-3d-model-isolated-3d-model-2358243/. Date Accessed 23 September 2018.

3dman_eu. Males 3d Model Isolated 3d Mode 2506813. 2017. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/males-3d-model-isolated-3d-model-2506813/. Date Accessed 23 September 2018.

3dman_eu. Network Society Social Community. 2010. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/network-society-social-community-1019778/. Date Accessed 23 September 2018.

3dman_eu. Punctuation Marks Word Language. 2017. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/punctuation-marks-word-language-2999583/. Date Accessed 23 September 2018.

3dman_eu. Puzzle Cooperation Partnership. 2010. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/puzzle-cooperation-partnership-1020221/. Date Accessed 23 September 2018.

3dman_eu. Wine Barrel Barrel Wooden Barrels. 2018. https://pixabay.com/en/wine-barrel-barrel-wooden-barrels-2999578/. Date Accessed 23 September 2018.

Fuente, Reid, Suzy Dorsey, Devin Spatz, Cameron Crasto and Zach Patterson. “How to Develop a Makerspace: From Proposal to Production.” University Innovation Fellows. 17 February 2018. http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/How_to_develop_a_makerspace:_from_proposal_to_production. Date accessed 23 September 2018.

Module 1 Assignment 2

Jenna Eatough
Professor Bates
LS 5343 20
September 14, 2018

Physical Storybox: Dragons

Virtual Storybox: Space

The physical box – Dragons theme

Book 1

Max’s Dragon by Kate Banks was selected to show the use of imagination and finding extraordinary things in your everyday life.

Book 2

Dragons Love Tacos by Adam Rubin was selected for the light-hearted story and viewing the dragons in a fun and engaging manner without being frightening.

Book 3

Not Your Typical Dragon by Dan Bar-el was selected where the story talks about a dragon who isn’t normal and his quest to figure out how he fits in. The story shows that even differences can give you strengths.

Book 4

The Library Dragon by Carmen Agra Deedy was selected for the fun story and its connection to libraries. This story shows how even the unlikeliest person can become a hero.

Book 5

The Little Dragon by Heather Amery was selected where it is a fun short story about finding more than you expected and how being kind can lead to friendship.

The Virtual Box – Space: https://sway.office.com/IMxUlDxLNXIuoWzs?ref=Link

Information on the books, activities, and reasoning is available in the virtual presentation.

Works Cited

Amery, Heather. The Little Dragon. Illustrated by Stephen Cartwright, Usborne Castle Tales, 1996.

Astronomy Memory Match. 2018. Kids Astronomy. https://kidsastronomy.com/astronomy-games/memory-match/

Banks, Kate. Max’s Dragon. Illustrated by Boris Kulikov, Frances Foster Books, 2008.

Bar-el, Dan. Not Your Typical Dragon. Illustrated by Tim Bowers, Viking, 2013.

Braun, Eric. If I Were an Astronaut. Illustrated by Sharon Harmer, Picture Window Books, 2010.

Campbell, Janis and Cathy Collison. G is for Galaxy: An Out of this World Alphabet. Illustrated by Alan Stacy, Sleeping Bear Press, 2005.

Deedy, Carman Agra. The Library Dragon. Illustrated by Michael P. White, Peachtree Publishers, 1994.

Efraimstochter. Chalk Drawing Celestial Body. 2014. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/en/chalk-drawing-celestial-body-381126/ Date accessed 14 September 2018.

Galaxy Explorer. PC Version. NASA. 2018. Video Game. https://spaceplace.nasa.gov/galactic-explorer/en/.

Houran, Lori Haskins. A Trip Into Space. Illustrated by Francisca Marquez, Albert Whitman & Company, 2014.

McNulty, Faith. If You Decide to Go to the Moon. Illustrated by Steven Kellogg, Scholastic Press, 2007.

Moon Buggy. Online. BGames. 2018. https://www.bgames.com/racing-games/moon-buggy/

Module 1 Assignment 1: Digital Artifact

Jenna Eatough
Professor Bates
LS 5343 20
September 10, 2018

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Recommendations

Letter of Recommendation from Author Kary English

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To whom it may concern:

I am writing to recommend Jennifer Eatough for the Game Writer position currently advertised on your website. I have known Jennifer for approximately ten years through her work as a convention manager and in the field of professional writing.

As lead convention staff, Jennifer is responsible for managing a team of staff and volunteers, coordinating event, author and guest logistics, managing marketing and social media presence, developing and maintaining the convention's web presence, and ensuring that the convention runs smoothly on a day to day basis. Jennifer is an adept and upbeat team leader. She has repeatedly demonstrated diplomacy, discretion and grace under pressure.

Jennifer is also a highly skilled writer. Her academic writing is clear, well-researched and professional. Jennifer is also an accomplished fiction writer, too. Her fiction is richly-detailed, logically plotted and written in the kind of tone and voice that engages readers and leaves them spell-bound. She has reliably placed in the top one percent of entries in the world's largest science fiction and fantasy short story contest, and I fully expect she will win it with one of her future entries. She excels at character creation, world-building, plot development, description, and scene structure.

Jennifer holds a Master of Library Science degree. She can not only write compelling quest, lore and story text, but she also has the training to understand how to categorize, connect, and archive such data, and design systems that make it accessible to designers and players alike.

Jenna's repertoire of writing ability, communication and team-management skills, and her advanced degree in Library Science make her uniquely qualified for this position. If I can answer questions or be of assistance in any way, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Sincerely,

Kary English

Letter of Recommendation from Author Martin L. Shoemaker

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Regarding Jenna Eatough, writer, editor, and project manager:

I first met Jenna Eatough seven years ago, early in my writing career, when she attended the Writers of the Future workshop in order to meet new writers who might participate in her writing projects (and to look ahead to the workshop experience that might lie in store for her). Since that time, Jenna has invited me to participate in two anthologies she has edited (one in progress), and has taught me much about the editing and selection process. She also arranged an invitation to a third anthology where she was a consultant. These have given me the opportunity to work beside and learn from bestsellers and award-winners whom she brought to the projects.

My primary experience working with Jenna has been at the Fyrecon conference, where she is a founder, organizer, and promoter. She has engaged me as a presenter, a course designer, and a course consultant, teaching me how to prepare materials for maximum student learning. Through Jenna, I have learned how to reach both beginning and advanced students within a single class, and I also learned about managing a large project with many distributed participants.

Throughout these projects, I have also had the privilege to read Jenna’s own writing, as a contributing author, a reviewer, and a promoter. She has a gift for engaging writing, with a tone that ranges from whimsical to serious to ominous. She conveys simple instructions and factual information with clarity, and she can also immerse a reader into a character’s thoughts, hopes, and fears. In her longer works, she delves deep into the world of the story and how it shapes the lives and fates of the characters.

If my own writing schedule permits, I will always participate in any project that Jenna Eatough invites me to. I know it will be professionally managed and edited, and my work will appear in a quality project.

Martin L. Shoemaker
Award-winning science fiction.
Mystery. Wonder. Heart.
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