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And finally…stories

For all those who have been thinking, “Where are the stories? It’s far past August!” here they are, late but present (at least all that I could get my hands on). All three of these follow the story rules “Inspired by Sayings”. If you want a refresher as to which saying were the inspiration, you… Read More And finally…stories

November 15, 2025 Hannah ChristensenLeave a comment

Cousin Story Summer News

The Monsters Next Door By Xaris and Hannah Christensen A knight in armor is always ready for adventure….which is why Sir Humphrey is trying to hide his armor. Now his sister can’t send him out on quests, right? A Reversed Trope story. Co-written with Hannah Christensen. This Sea Air Isn’t Fresh. By Hannah Christensen Hyacinth… Read More Cousin Story Summer News

June 5, 2025 Hannah ChristensenLeave a comment

Cousin Stories…Slowly

Five people wrote a story for the story rules of “Building Falls”. Only one has submitted it to me (Thank you, Lexi Anders!) Alas, yes, that means mine is not ready yet, either. More on that soon. New Stories A Change of Heart By Lexi Anders The Lay of King Arjasp (not an active page… Read More Cousin Stories…Slowly

February 28, 2025February 27, 2025 Hannah ChristensenLeave a comment

Cousin Stories Update

New Story Rules: A building falls, hope rises, and a man stands still. The due date is yet to be determined–either late December or early January. Basically, during Christmas break. The Letters You Need By ED Nobody There have been reports of a stranger around town–seemingly harmless, but suspicious none the less. He is older… Read More Cousin Stories Update

August 31, 2024February 27, 2025 Hannah ChristensenLeave a comment

Mail Carrier Stories

As a reminder, the rules for this story was to include a character who: Mailcarrier By Lexi Anders Mission success is a little uncertain right now. This would be easier if I knew more, but I’m sure they’d fire me if I learned how to read. At least I can give a good home to… Read More Mail Carrier Stories

June 18, 2024 Hannah ChristensenLeave a comment

Cousin Story Updates

Are you ready for the new set of rules? Include in your story a character with these attributes: And now for reading material. Abbess Song By Hannah Christensen Robin Hood is such a hero–but this aunt is not convinced of the cost. A poem rendition of a Traitor Backstory. RUFF?! By Jerry All this dog… Read More Cousin Story Updates

March 30, 2024 Hannah ChristensenLeave a comment

A Flurry of Stories

Forest Rescue By Hannah Christensen Dusty is finally beginning to accept that her brother is dead. Then she receives a mysterious phone call, and hope flutters up despite logic. Will her sister help her brave the forest to follow this lead? A Book Blurb story Congo Kitty By Hannah Christensen Your kitty’s eye teeth seem… Read More A Flurry of Stories

February 10, 2024 Hannah Christensen1 Comment

Next Round of Stories

Despite the time that has elapsed since last time I posted stories, there are not a whole lot listed here. Sorry. More stories were written, just not turned in, whether due to being written on paper or not being finished or some other factor. In the meantime, here is what I have… MMMMooooooliciousness by Lexi… Read More Next Round of Stories

November 28, 2022November 27, 2022 Hannah ChristensenLeave a comment

New Rules, New Stories

Here are three stories from the last set of rules, “Gerardo Eats a Lemon”. I have more stories to post from previous rules, but those will have to wait for another day. Lemon Uprising By Lexi Anders All Gerardo wanted was to make some connections in the town he just moved to. It started out… Read More New Rules, New Stories

June 7, 2022 Hannah ChristensenLeave a comment

Should Any Calamity Befall

Storms. Pirates. Sea Creatures. War.  Ezra’s fellow apprentice, George, has heard all about the dangers at sea. The two boys, having gotten into trouble one time too many, will have to face many perils. They vow to come to each other’s aid should any calamity befall the other.

For boys who cannot manage the tying of a Sunday cravat without disaster, there are certain to be many escapades…

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Featured Cousin Stories

Mister Bug by M.J. Austins

“No!” Dale tried to keep the princess from eating her third beetle of the morning. Kidnapped princesses are more work than you’d think. Still, he isn’t about to willingly turn over the responsibility to some nanny of unknown qualifications.

La Macha by Hannah Christensen

Though Waldhar rescued Regina from her tower, her foster mother is not ready to release her ward. Regina’s haven in the kingdom of Almangia may soon be stricken with a war over her hand in marriage.

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