Jay B. R. Wokky Ch. 50.6 — Felix Keeps a Promise

Chapter 50.6 -- Mary watched their expressions carefully, amazed that Felix was so brash to a powerful fey. Yet the boy seemed to have no fear at all. Old Bob frowned at Felix. “You would be welcome in my house. As my nephew, you are my heir.” Felix shook his head. “Why would you want me?…

Jay B. R. Wokky Ch. 50.5 — Around the Campfire

Ch. 50.5 -- A week later, Mary sat with Col, Bee and Felix at the edge of the valley. A crackling fire warmed their feet and lit up their faces with a rosy glow. Behind them a tent had been set up. Mary knew from peeking in the door that it was a lot bigger inside…

Jay B. R. Wokky Ch. 32.7 — Safe!

Ch. 32.7 -- Old Bob yanked Eli off the path. The cat sailed over their heads, and they somersaulted into the brush. Eli sat up in time to see the bandersnatches screech in terror as they were pulled under a foaming sea of green lizards. Then they were gone. Eli wrapped his arms around a…

Jay B. R. Wokky Ch. 32.5 — Eli’s Second Wish

Ch. 32.5 --  Eli gasped. How had the old man known about his three wishes? His heart sank. Eli only had two wishes left. If he used one today, he’d only have one left. On the other hand, he couldn’t bear the thought of the man being torn apart and devoured by savage beasts. Eli…

Jay B.R. Wokky Ch. 14.1 to 14.3 — Strawberry Jam and a Story

Ch 14.1 Strawberry Jam -- Janine knew enough to stay off the main roads, avoid people, and go towards the mountains in the distance – when she could see them. She spent most of her time struggling through the thick, dark woods. She had no idea where she was, or even if she was going…

Jay B.R. Wokky Ch. 12.6 – 12.8 — Janine’s Name Day Gifts

Ch 12.6 -- Janine Looks in the Book Janine opened the old leather-bound book. It held the family records: births, marriages, deaths, and most importantly, the pronouncement of gifts given by their magical allies. She ran a finger down the lists of names. Old Bob looked over her shoulder. “You know, these gifts always seem…

Jay B.R. Wokky Ch. 12.5 — Felix Helps Out

Ch. 12.5 -- Janine looked up at Old Bob’s kind face. “I need a few things from the castle. Will you keep Freddie here until I come for him?” “You can’t go back up there. It’s too dangerous.” Janine shook her head. “No one will see me. I’ll take the servants’ staircases. Everyone is at…

Jay B.R. Wokky Ch. 12.3 — Rescued and Ch.12.4 — At Old Bob’s House

Ch. 12.3 Rescued -- Someone hauled her to her feet. Janine looked up into the face of Old Bob. Janine began to pound him with her fists. “I hate you. I hate you.” Tears ran from her eyes. Old Bob grabbed her wrists. “Hold on there, Missy. You’re like a treed cat tonight. Stop screeching…