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since: 03-30-04, id: 405417
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Author has written 33 stories for Historical, General, Humor, Action, Romance, Love, Sci-Fi, Kids, and Fable.

Vital Stats:
Name: Amanda (or A.J., sometimes you'll see me credited as such)
Locale: northern New York state.
Age: 22.
Interesting fact: I can count to five in six languages.


About my stories:

Currently I am working on four stories.

The Fury of the StormA tale set in 11th century Ireland about a young woman who tries valiantly to defend her home from Viking raids. This will be a long novel. I've finished the first part, the introduction. The story splits into two, possibly three directions from here. I'm putting this one on hiatus for a while, I need to restructure it and figure out where it's going.

Sarajevo: A tale set in Milosevic's Bosnia & Herzegovinia. The story follows Jonathan Rostovich, a man out for revenge against everyone, and is not afraid to use whatever means necessary, including his niece. This one has been in many stages of writing, I've tried to write it completely for five or six years now.

The Telekinetics: Childhood Fables: This is the first novel in a series of sci-fi tales set in a futuristic Earth. In this one, we learn the story of the telekinetics, and in particular Alison Patrick's journey to becoming one.

Professor MacInnis vs the Stupids: This is the satire of my alma mater, which I love to death but dearly annoyed me. All the names, places, and events are made up, blah blah blah. You know the standard denial drill. If you have a problem with my story or my characters, please, let me know and we'll talk it out like real adults. Updated sporadically, usually one page chapters.

Finished:

The Richest Heiress: Irene Montero must negotiate the deadly waters of politics in Spain in the 17th century. Will soon be re-edited.

Want something quick to read?

La Résistance: Three German soldiers are sent on a specific mission in World War II France.

Cuban Cigars: A RCMP Captain attempts to catch the most infamous of smugglers on a cold night near Newfoundland.

Liquid Nightmares: Sydney does not understand why her crewmates refuse to visit a certain planet. When they are forced to crashland there, she learns why.


Author's final notes:

I own all of my own works. Anything that is not mine is well disclaimed. Please do not plagiarize my works. If you wish to contact me about utilizing my stories for a purpose, please email me at the address above. And if you're a publisher, by all means, please, buy my stories ;)




1. The Lost Story of Seamus McLugh
Seamus is sent on a quest by Queen Jen for an unknown object of great importance.
Fable - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - Adventure/General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,357 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 12-24-05 - Published: 12-24-05
2. Politiques et Famille » reviews
Three generations of a family struggle to survive in the precarious, murky waters of European politics in the 17th century.
Historical - Fiction Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 6,947 - Reviews: 4 - Updated: 12-20-05 - Published: 7-18-05
3. Victory
Jonathan thinks he has finally won.
General - Fiction Rated: T - English - General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 807 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 8-10-05 - Published: 8-10-05
4. María
María is married to a gringo factory worker. One shot, may be turned into a novel IF I feel like it.
General - Fiction Rated: T - English - General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 804 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 8-10-05 - Published: 8-10-05
5. The Falling Stars of The Autumn Sky reviews
Marisa has been waiting for this moment for years. Will Ethan deliver on his promises? One shot. Terrible summary.
Romance - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Suspense - Chapters: 1 - Words: 675 - Reviews: 3 - Updated: 4-2-05 - Published: 4-2-05
6. Professor MacInnis vs the Stupids! » reviews
Professor A.J. MacInnis, a new teacher at an exclusive university, has to deal with the status quo that tends to be very annoying. Ch 53: Professor Revolts. As if A.J. didn't have enough headaches already - the administration adds more to her plate.
Humor - Fiction Rated: T - English - Parody/Humor - Chapters: 54 - Words: 39,762 - Reviews: 60 - Updated: 3-29-05 - Published: 5-9-04
7. Fury of the Storm » reviews
The Vikings destroy a village on the Irish coast - the survivors must rebuild; three will learn valuable lessons but at what cost?
Historical - Fiction Rated: T - English - Adventure/Fantasy - Chapters: 26 - Words: 34,752 - Reviews: 48 - Updated: 3-28-05 - Published: 12-29-04
8. Sleep a Little Longer reviews
An army sargeant about to set off for a tour in Iraq spends the last morning with his girl. One shot, my first try at this genre. Please Read and Review!
Romance - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 524 - Reviews: 2 - Updated: 2-19-05 - Published: 2-19-05
9. Academics
An undergraduate student deals with the pressure of looming graduation terribly.
General - Fiction Rated: T - English - Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 672 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 2-7-05 - Published: 2-7-05
10. Rain reviews
Rain assaults a tree.
General - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 476 - Reviews: 1 - Updated: 2-7-05 - Published: 2-7-05
11. Mackenzie
Mackenzie has a terrible day.
General - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 565 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 2-7-05 - Published: 2-7-05
12. Sarajevo » reviews
One man's journey from humble origins in Kosovo to international infamy at his death.
Historical - Fiction Rated: T - English - Drama/Tragedy - Chapters: 11 - Words: 14,044 - Reviews: 5 - Updated: 2-5-05 - Published: 5-1-04
13. The Telekinetics: Childhood Fables » reviews
The telekinetics were a childhood myth. But the reality is about to take sides in a 500 year war. This is the first book in a series set in a futuristic Earth.
Sci-Fi - Fiction Rated: T - English - Adventure/Supernatural - Chapters: 6 - Words: 7,145 - Reviews: 2 - Updated: 2-5-05 - Published: 10-25-04
14. Return of the Monteros » reviews
Audrey Alfonseca-LaJoie Montero, a young woman with a clouded, mysterious past returns to Europe to learn her family's true story and claim the fortune her mother left behind. Sequel to The Richest Heiress.
Historical - Fiction Rated: T - English - Adventure/General - Chapters: 2 - Words: 1,655 - Reviews: 2 - Updated: 12-24-04 - Published: 12-20-04
15. Don't Play in Diapers
Little diaper-clad hellions annoy a woman on her way to work.
General - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - Humor/General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 478 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 12-23-04 - Published: 12-23-04
16. Liquid Nightmares reviews
Sydney doesn't understand why her crewmates do not want to explore a mysterious planet. When an accident causes them to crashland there, she learns why. One shot. Please, I thrive on reviews.
Sci-Fi - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - Mystery/Suspense - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,807 - Reviews: 3 - Updated: 12-22-04 - Published: 12-22-04
17. The Richest Heiress » reviews
The Montero family is scarred by an arranged marriage. Now Irene must avoid a similar trap at the hands of her grandfather's most devious enemy. Set in 17th Century Europe, Trinidad, Rio de Janeiro, and Québec City. Part XXIV: Epilogue. COMPLETED.
Historical - Fiction Rated: T - English - Drama/Suspense - Chapters: 24 - Words: 59,992 - Reviews: 22 - Updated: 12-20-04 - Published: 7-23-04
18. Conversations of the Dead reviews
A young soldier is forced to do the unthinkable.
Historical - Fiction Rated: T - English - Drama/Suspense - Chapters: 1 - Words: 460 - Reviews: 5 - Updated: 12-4-04 - Published: 12-4-04
19. José Martinez: Blueberry Muffin Connoisseur reviews
A day just like any other for José on his way to work.
General - Fiction Rated: K - English - General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 350 - Reviews: 1 - Updated: 11-27-04 - Published: 11-27-04
20. Birth of a Flak Monkey reviews
A young man is drafted to serve in Vietnam.
Historical - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - General/General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 695 - Reviews: 2 - Updated: 11-20-04 - Published: 11-20-04
21. Fixed Heartbeats reviews
Miranda's mother is a respected emergency room doctor. But will she be able to fix this newest problem?
General - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - Drama/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 749 - Reviews: 4 - Updated: 11-14-04 - Published: 11-14-04
22. Norbert and the Amazing Exploding Coconut Pies reviews
Mary attempts to bake a coconut pie. From scratch. Including the coconuts.
Kids - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 852 - Reviews: 2 - Updated: 11-7-04 - Published: 11-7-04
23. St Patrick's Day and Commie Watermelons reviews
What happens when you don't learn from history? Especially if you're a history major.
General - Fiction Rated: K - English - General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,311 - Reviews: 2 - Updated: 10-18-04 - Published: 10-18-04
24. Desaparacidos
Harlan Chorman is a journalist with some shocking information about the U.S.'s involvement in the 1973 Chile coup. Can he escape Santiago before Pinochet's police catch up with him?
Historical - Fiction Rated: T - English - Drama/Suspense - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,789 - Reviews: 0 - Updated: 10-18-04 - Published: 10-18-04
25. Journey of the Frontier Journée de la frontiere » reviews
A young quebecoise writes a journal of her life in Upper Canada. Set in 1830s Canada, Giselle Melvin writes a history of her family for her children. Caution: some passages are completely in French, no translation given.
Historical - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 1,521 - Reviews: 5 - Updated: 9-13-04 - Published: 9-7-04
26. For a Good Life reviews
A young up-and-coming baseball player is mentored by an older superstar.
General - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - Drama/General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,065 - Reviews: 2 - Updated: 9-9-04 - Published: 9-9-04
27. Day After Day poem reviews
Poetic version of the short story Day After Day. Both are based on a Great Big Sea song, which I hesitate to give the title of for spoilers (email me if you must know)
Love - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - Tragedy/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 228 - Reviews: 1 - Updated: 9-6-04 - Published: 9-6-04
28. Day After Day reviews
Staring mournfully at the sea she waited. She waited as the harbour lights dimmed. She waited as the sailors trooped home with their daily catch. She waited and rocked and waited for the fisherman. One shot, please R&R
Romance - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Tragedy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 274 - Reviews: 1 - Updated: 9-4-04 - Published: 9-4-04
29. The Green Marauders » reviews
A mysterious fire kills four people - two of whom work for a secret group called the Green Marauders. But who are the GMs? Please R&R, I'd really appreciate it!
Action - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - Adventure/Suspense - Chapters: 2 - Words: 1,321 - Reviews: 4 - Updated: 8-7-04 - Published: 7-9-04
30. View by the Sea » reviews
After the death of his fisherman father, Martin Marchaud refused to ever enter the sea, and left his tiny Nova Scotian home. But when his mother dies, he returns to his seaside village home. (Finished)
Historical - Fiction Rated: T - English - Drama/Spiritual - Chapters: 2 - Words: 940 - Reviews: 3 - Updated: 6-23-04 - Published: 6-22-04
31. Cuban Cigars reviews
A mountie captain tracks an elusive anonymous smuggler on a cold night near Newfoundland. Based on Great Big Sea's song French Perfume.
Historical - Fiction Rated: K+ - English - Adventure/Supernatural - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,150 - Reviews: 1 - Updated: 6-21-04 - Published: 6-21-04
32. Dirty Glass reviews
Angela runs a bar. Jason is a trust fund brat who comes back to rub his success in her face. Based on Dropkick Murphys song The Dirty Glass. One shot, will be revised shortly.
General - Fiction Rated: T - English - General/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,988 - Reviews: 2 - Updated: 4-30-04 - Published: 4-30-04
33. La Résistance reviews
WWII set short fiction. French Resistance. Is a one-shot story, revised recently.
Historical - Fiction Rated: K - English - Mystery/Suspense - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,191 - Reviews: 6 - Updated: 3-30-04 - Published: 3-30-04
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