Monthly Archives: April 2016

Lost in the Bells Part Seven

“Well, that was curious.” Philip Quan said looking up from his USFS issued radio. Sarah, the most Masters level student from Quan’s team glanced towards him and then returned her eye to the spotting scope she was using to watch … Continue reading

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Lost in the Bells Part Six

“8034, I’m seeing a great deal of smoke coming off the fire between you and your trailhead.” “I’m starting to see wisps of it myself.  This really doesn’t look good.  I’m going to be honest, I don’t know the current … Continue reading

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How I write Fiction

How I write fiction- Joshua House I realize that all authors of fiction write it in different ways.  Many still write long hand and then have it transcribed, or transcribe it themselves.  Others write simply on a word processor, typewriter … Continue reading

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Lost in the Bells Part Five

“So, here’s the situation from what Dodd has told me.  First of all, the cougar isn’t a major threat, it’s likely gone off searching for easier morsels.  As long as we keep our guard up and no one wanders off … Continue reading

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Lost in the Bells Part 4

“Alright 8034, I’ve got four, no five smoke plumes visible.  You got any special reason you’re asking?” “I’m on a VIP guide trip.  Where abouts are those fires?” “Three of them are to the south-west of Rice Mountain Lookout, one … Continue reading

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