Four Seasons

Written by Writer Dad on December 19, 2008 - View Comments
Categories: Writing

“The seasons are what a symphony ought to be:  four perfect movements in harmony with each other.”

~Arthur Rubenstein

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I have a new writing project.  It’s called Four Seasons.

Four Seasons is a collection of twelves short stories, each taking place in a different month.  Each tale’s events are unique to their time, and should each one assemble toward something special.  It’s definitely an experiment, but I’m thrilled with the first one, finished just hours ago.

The project is newsletter only.  You can sign up at the bottom of this page.  If you’ve already signed up, it’s already in your in-box (I hope you guys love it).

Below are a few bites from the story:

  • Maya’s breath hastened into short bursts of labored punctuation, each tiny cry climbing closer toward frantic.
  • Time fell from its normal rhythm, into a syrupy pool of swirling seconds; each trudging forward minus meaning.  Brian pushed one leg through his pant bottoms, then the other.  He pulled the shirt over his head, mopping his forehead on the way down.
  • He had lost only three minutes since the blond nurse handed him the folded scrubs, but in that time, the doctors had already cut Maya wide in an abyss of blood and gaping flesh.
  • The officer ambled toward the minivan, carrying the undisguised gait of a man looking forward to writing a ticked.  “License and registration,” he commanded in a boom which invited no banter.
  • Brian sailed through the third red light like it had point value, clearing the empty intersection somewhere between speed limit and death on impact.  “I have to stop doing that,” he thought.  “There’s three of us now.”

See you all on Monday, and have a terrific weekend.

Writer Dad

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  • A great story, Sean. What an excellent way to start your newsletter!!

    [P.S. To those of you checking out the comments, don't wait. Sign up today. Sean's writing is a treat you don't want to miss! :) ]

    <abbr>Jamie Grove - How Not To Writes last blog post..When do you find yourself at peace with your words?</abbr>
  • Kwek Ming Hong
    I'm immensely glad that I subscribed to the newsletter. The story was wonderful. Your words transported me into the story itself and I could witness the scenes as though I were part of it. I really love the way you write, how your descriptions are always so vivid and how your words have this magical feel to them.
  • Trina
    Well, duh! Why on earth did I procrastinate and not sign up for your newsletter the first time you invited us? Consider it done now, after that tease! Thanks for sharing your talent.
  • Laurie
    I loved the story. If your readers don't sign up for your newsletter, they will be missing out on a real treat. When I take the time to read your stuff, Sean, I consider it a gift to myself. Your stuff is top notch! Reading it is time well spent. :-)
  • Hi WriterDad

    My email is crowded enough, but let me congratulate you for the appereance of your blog. Now it looks much more like you :)

    <abbr>Miguel de Luiss last blog post..See you December the 22nd</abbr>
  • Writer Dad
    Zoe: Let me know what you think, it should already be in your in box.

    Kool Aid: Have you read January yet? Let me know your thoughts.

    Lori: Thanks for putting that in the comments for others to see. It was a wonderful email to wake up to. I'm really glad you liked it.

    Sal: You know the first sentence, about his sailing through the red light? That's all I needed to spit the rest of the story. I thought, hmmm... new year, new life, boom. Speeding on the way to the hospital = confrontation with cop, etc. I didn't know it really happened; I imagined it as such a cliche. Thanks for sharing the story.

    Eric: Read it, man. I think you'll appreciate it especially.
  • I've still got January in my Inbox, but I'm looking forward to reading it. Sounds like it's already a hit! :-) Eric.

    <abbr>Eric Hamms last blog post..Events That Set You Free | Community Insight</abbr>
  • Sal
    The story was amazing Sean. It reminded me, to some degree anyway, of when our daughter was born. Jess got pulled over on her way to the hospital, but actually got a ticket and I got pulled over on the way from the hospital, just after she was born to get my wife some food. Fortunately the officer had sympathy on me and let me go but told me to slow it down a bit. Needless to say I was doing about 60 in a 30.

    <abbr>Sals last blog post..Time for Change</abbr>
  • I read the first short story "January" in your newsletter today, Sean. I thought I'd put my thoughts here in your comments as well:

    "Gripping, touching, emotionally charged -- feels like I'm right there as your descriptive style throws the proper lighting on each moment. The build up of anger ... is as perfect as the subtle redemptive wave on the other side of the (cop) scene.
    Your writing makes reading fun -- from the curiosity you evoke at the beginning to the love and passion of your characters. Suh-weet!
    If this is the beginning -- sheesh -- I'm glad to be along for this ride!"

    <abbr>SpaceAgeSage -- Loris last blog post..Looking for authenticity</abbr>
  • what a tease! Can't wait to read on...

    <abbr>Kool Aids last blog post..What do you like?</abbr>
  • Zoe
    An excellent treat for us readers, and a great idea for giving yourself writing goals. Can't wait to get the first "issue"...

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