The Scythe, Chapter 6 out now!

It took 3 re-writes but finally chapter 6 of The Scythe is available for free online! Ended up being a much larger chapter than I expected. Let me know what you think! I am very interested in feedback.

Introducing “The Scythe” – A Serialized Adventure by C.J. LaPolla

Hello Readers, I’m pleased to announce a fresh project I’ve been tirelessly crafting: The Scythe. Instead of releasing it as a traditional novel, I’ve chosen to present this narrative in a serialized format. The Format of “The Scythe” Serialized storytelling offers a unique experience. Each installment holds its own weight in the overarching plot, offering…

Nanowrimo 2022

Nanowrimo 2022 is behind us and while I am a few weeks behind on a post-mortem post, I figured better late than never. The last few years have been a struggle for me as a writer. I started off on my writing journey in 2012 with a huge amount of vigor. Over the years, without…

Feast of the Elders – Part 1

A gust of wind bit through Beni’s furs. The brilliant fire caused shadows to dance behind him, but the warmth did little to ease his shivering. The air became chilled from the freshly fallen snow as it whistled between the dozens of kids huddled around the fire awaiting the tale. Beni was lucky. It was…

Loss

For many, this virus is an annoyance. They complain about what THEY can’t do. They complain about how inconvenienced they are. They want a haircut. They make it political. They make it about percentages. You’ll probably be okay. I’ve heard people say only old people die. Only sick people die. I want to curse at…