Melissa Barker-Simpson

Interview Room

Character Interview: Aldra Malimore from Doubling Back by Rose Fishcher

Published by

mbarkersimpson

on

September 16, 2015

I recently had the pleasure of reading Doubling Back – A Story of Synn (The Foxes of Synn, Book 3) by Rose Fischer. Needless to say I loved the story, and fell for the charming and talented fox, Aldra Malimore. So imagine my excitement when I got to interview Aldra!…
Continue reading →: Character Interview: Aldra Malimore from Doubling Back by Rose Fishcher
Ronovan’s Haiku Challenge, Writing Prompt

Helios’ Power: Ronovan Writes Weekly Haiku Prompt Challenge #62

Published by

mbarkersimpson

on

September 15, 2015

This week, the prompt words for Ronovan Writes Weekly Haiku Poetry Challenge are START and HOT. The example provided by Ronovan: THE SEASONS CHANGE HERE, FROM HOT TO COLD THE AIR CHILLS, AND THE BIRDS START SOUTH. If you’ve never tried out a haiku before, and you’d like to learn more, click here to read…
Continue reading →: Helios’ Power: Ronovan Writes Weekly Haiku Prompt Challenge #62
#BlogBattle, A Story A Day

Closing the Distance #BlogBattle Writing Challenge

Published by

mbarkersimpson

on

September 15, 2015

#BlogBattle is a weekly writing challenge organised by Rachael Ritchey. You can find more information about it here. It’s a fun battle, and a supportive group – a great place to hang out! The theme this week is ‘DISTANCE’ Just a quick note before I begin. For those who’ve been following along with…
Continue reading →: Closing the Distance #BlogBattle Writing Challenge
A Story A Day

Missing – Part 13 (Day 14) A Story A Day

Published by

mbarkersimpson

on

September 14, 2015

Missing is part of an ongoing story, which I aim to turn into a novella – a prequel to Brothers in Arms (Book 3 of the Morgan and Fairchild Series). I’m taking part in the StoryADay September 2015 challenge, though, as I’m working on a continued tale, it’s not strictly a story a day. It’s more…
Continue reading →: Missing – Part 13 (Day 14) A Story A Day
A Story A Day

Missing – Part 12 (Day 13) A Story A Day

Published by

mbarkersimpson

on

September 13, 2015

Missing is part of an ongoing story, which I aim to turn into a novella – a prequel to Brothers in Arms (Book 3 of the Morgan and Fairchild Series). I’m taking part in the StoryADay September 2015 challenge, though, as I’m working on a continued tale, it’s not strictly a story a day. It’s more…
Continue reading →: Missing – Part 12 (Day 13) A Story A Day
Sunday Spotlight

Sunday Spotlight: WR101 – Charles E. Yallowitz

Published by

mbarkersimpson

on

September 13, 2015

This week at Writing Room 101 I shared details of Charles E. Yallowitz’s latest release – The Merchant of Nevra Coil (Legends of Windemere Book 8). When the mischievous and random Goddess of Chaos gets angry, all of Windemere becomes her plaything. It all starts with a collection of toys…
Continue reading →: Sunday Spotlight: WR101 – Charles E. Yallowitz
A Story A Day

Missing – Part 11 (Day 12) A Story A Day

Published by

mbarkersimpson

on

September 12, 2015

Missing is part of an ongoing story, which I aim to turn into a novella – a prequel to Brothers in Arms (Book 3 of the Morgan and Fairchild Series). I’m taking part in the StoryADay September 2015 challenge and, where possible, I try to incorporate the daily prompts. As Missing is a continued tale, it’s…
Continue reading →: Missing – Part 11 (Day 12) A Story A Day
Mel’s Midweek Writing Menagerie

Mel’s Midweek Writing Menagerie #14

Published by

mbarkersimpson

on

September 11, 2015

Welcome to my weekly writing prompt series. The rules of the challenge are simple. I’ve provided two options below, and there’s a handy link-up button at the end of the post, so you can upload your contribution and share it with others. If you prefer to use the pingback method,…
Continue reading →: Mel’s Midweek Writing Menagerie #14
A Story A Day

Missing – Part 10 (Day 11) A Story A Day

Published by

mbarkersimpson

on

September 11, 2015

Missing is part of an ongoing story, which I aim to turn into a novella – a prequel to Brothers in Arms (Book 3 of the Morgan and Fairchild Series). I’m taking part in the StoryADay September 2015 challenge and, where possible, I try to incorporate the daily prompts. As…
Continue reading →: Missing – Part 10 (Day 11) A Story A Day
Author Spotlight

Blog Tour: Geoff Le Pard

Published by

mbarkersimpson

on

September 11, 2015

Geoff Le Pard’s official blog tour begins on Monday, and will run for two weeks. He will be joining us here on WR101 on the 24 September, with an exciting guest post. Here are details for week one. Thanks for stopping by. Mel
Continue reading →: Blog Tour: Geoff Le Pard

I’m Melissa