Sunday, November 10, 2013

Weekend Writing Warriors #40!

Howdy, folks! Happy Sunday! I'm sharing another excerpt from Nutcases today, so let's get crackin'!

Here's the premise: It's the year 2033. Since so many people have developed allergies to peanuts in this century, the government has banned peanuts and all peanut-related products, including (*gasp*) peanut butter. Side note: I think that was the most anyone has ever used the word 'peanut' in a sentence. Well, as you can imagine, Morgan, my heroine, refuses to live in a world without PB. So, with the help of my hero, Clark, they build their own peanut-butter-making machine in the secret basement of her home and begin the business of bootlegging. Also, they share a few pb kisses, etc, etc. :-D

And here's the excerpt, continuing from where we left off: 
The front door buzzed. “Oh shit.” Tucking her hair behind her ears, she made a beeline for the rope ladder. Elevators were too hoity-toity, a reverse slide would have been overkill, and stairs were just plain boring. Another buzz. Another heart tremor. The ladder led to the only other trap door in her home, located in the kitchen pantry. She climbed out, dusted herself off, and took a shaky breath before hurrying to the door. 

Thanks so much for stopping by and be sure to visit the other Weekend Writing Warriors!

My life has been crazy busy as of late, and the last few days have been especially nutty. I'm all moved in to my new home in Ottawa, Ontario, thanks in large part to my parents. They helped me pack, drove hours and hours to get here to help me unpack, build furniture, buy me food and celebratory champagne, and visit half a dozen stores so I could buy every household item known to mankind. But I'm here now, and I'm so pumped because I start teaching next week! Wish me luck! :) Hope you all have a fabulous day/week!
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22 comments:

  1. I love the premise of your pb story. Fun and spirited heroine you've written. On a personal side, lovely having supportive parents as you move forward in your life.

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    1. Thank you so much, Charmaine! I'm a lucky girl for sure. :)

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  2. I am so fascinated by this story and now by this place she dwells in! Can't wait to meet the person at the door...excellent excerpt!

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    1. LOL thank you, Veronica! I think it's basically my futuristic dream home. You'll meet him next week! :)

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  3. I'm excited for her. I just can't stand it. I want to see him, too. :) Great eight. Very fast paced which adds to the tension she's feeling.

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    1. So glad to hear that, Anne! You'll finally be introduced to Clark next week! :)

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  4. My favorite part is this: "The ladder led to the only other trap door in her home..." She has TWO trap doors?!?! Love it!

    Glad to hear you're settling into your new home! And YAY for helpful, loving parents! Swig some champagne for me too, and best of luck in facing your first classes this week!

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  5. Hee! Well, if she only had one it would get kinda lonely, dontcha think? ;) I'm comfy and cozy in my new place, but I definitely miss my family. Hopefully I'll make friends quickly. Thanks for reading and for the luck! xoxo *swigs some champagne in your honour*

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  6. Of course she has two trap doors. You have created a very fun living environment.
    Good luck this week with the teaching gig.

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    1. I want to live in her house! :D Thanks for the read and the luck, Laurie!

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  7. A cool place to live. I love how she views things. This is such a fun story! Now who is at the door I wonder?
    Good luck with your new position!
    History Sleuth's Milk Carton Murders

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    1. Who, indeed. You'll just have to wait and see! ;) Thanks, Cindy!

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  8. Trap doors and rope ladders! So intriguing and fun to read. :-) Your concept of the future in regards to peanuts may not be that far off. Enjoy your new home and good luck with your new teaching job. Cheers!

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    1. It's like a board game in the making! ;) Thanks so much, Debbie! Cheers to you!

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  9. How exciting! There's some nutty fun about to go down! Can't wait for next week : )

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    1. Oh, you know it, Millie! Looking forward to sharing with you next week. Thanks for stopping by and the enthusiasm! :)

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  10. Well that's one way of getting from A to B! Love her quirkiness.

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  11. That's what happens when you daydream... you forget to be somewhere where you can greet your guest!

    Like her thought process for the ways to get in and out of her basement--it has to be exciting.

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    1. And it's such an important guest too! :D Thanks for reading, Caitlin!

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  12. haha, she was almost caught. I hope she doesn't have peanut butter on her face. :D

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  13. I love the idea of a rope ladder in the secret lair.

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