Writer’s Journal: Notes from January
As a child, I hated shrimp. Vehemently. I absolutely refused to eat them. Then one day, my mom was eating a large salad for lunch, and since I was hungry, I asked if I could have some. She agreed, prepared READ MORE
Writer’s Journal: Notes from December
I don’t often make my own salad dressings, but when I stumbled across an intriguing avocado-citrus vinaigrette, I thought I’d give it a try. Avocado and citrus were paired with soy sauce and honey, like a Cali-Asian fusion. After READ MORE
The Goblin Scams: Halloween Edition
Unfortunately, we humans aren’t the only ones who like to have fun for Halloween. There’s nothing goblins love more than scamming a bunch of stupid, sugar-buzzed humans wearing silly-frilly costumes. As a public service, I like to keep track of READ MORE
Is Magical Pest Control Right For You?
Follow my blog with Bloglovin Magical pests come in many shapes and sizes. From poltergeists to pixies, each creature is unique in its abilities and threat-level. Some are only occasional annoyances while others are incessant dangers. The biggest problem of all? Determining READ MORE
Five Qs You Should Ask Before You Catch A Fairy
Many people think fairies grant wishes and make dreams come true (thanks a lot, Disney). Sadly, the truth can be a bit more sinister. So many poor, misguided people hide in their backyards during a full moon with a jar READ MORE
Three Ways to Trick Time Trolls
Don’t know what a time troll is? Then you, my friend, are in trouble because you can’t defeat an unknown enemy. Time trolls belong to the fantasy class of “generally unknown creatures” (of which there are quite a few). They READ MORE
Missing Things (From the Archives)
(Originally posted April 20, 2012 from wordpress.mattilenaharris.com) I should probably tell you that I am the owner of a hobgoblin. Oh, but not by choice. REALLY not by choice. It came with the house. I didn’t notice my new “pet” READ MORE
Death and the Soldier (From the Archives)
(Originally posted April 13, 2012 at wordpress.mattilenaharris.com) It’s raining. Come pull your cloaks warm about you, draw near fire, and have a listen if you like. Because when it rains, I like to tell stories. This one happened many long years ago READ MORE