Stories for Sponsorship
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fuzzyredThe December Magpie Monday was a smashing hit, lasting four days, netting four stories, AND getting fully sold out! However, there are still plenty of stories from the rest of the year, if you are thinking of sponsoring something in the next little while. The list of available goodies is below.
I will also include the advisory up front this time:dialecticdreamer writes delightful stories, but they are flypaper for eyeballs (much like ysabetworsmith's), and she writes a TON of stories. Any given story arc has AT LEAST one novel's worth of words in it, and many of the older arcs have several novel's worth. So, as a PSA, do not start reading a new story arc at 9pm on a weeknight if you have to be up for work the next day. Otherwise, go nuts, enjoy the stories, and consider sponsoring one if you have a little extra and something catches your eye!
Magpie Monday Report - February 14, 2020
"Kindness" 1300 words, $26
Jayre finds herself reacting to a coworker’s kindness. They end up having an awkward, but much needed conversation.
Universe: Original fiction
Feathering the Nest Report - February 26, 2020
"Childish Things" 2000 words, $40
Luci brings a gift to Shiv, but his previous experience with wrapped presents causes a hitch in her plans. Doctor G steps in to help.
Series: Shiv, Finn Family
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Coping Mechanisms" 1200 words, $24
Doctor G meets with a young woman dealing with a family crisis, and their conversation dances around the issue of impending memory loss.
Series: Finn Family
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"A Normal Night" 1300 words, $26
Joshua is nearly ready for bed when Dylan wakes, fussing. Michael is determined to help look after his baby sister, but the night reveals a great many changes since the children’s first days in the Tull family.
Series: Mercedes (Tull Family)
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"A Soft Touch" 1600 words, $32
Bennett’s planned class teaching infant massage is derailed by a request from the hospital staff.
Series: Mercedes (Bennett and Jules)
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
Feathering the Nest Report - March 26, 2020
"Strangely Hopeful" 1800 words, $36
On their last morning in the Maldives, Genna takes the children to pick up souvenirs and offer practical thanks to the clerk whose kindness took her breath away inysabetwordsmith’s poem, “Serenity, Hope, Balance.”
Series: Strange Family
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Back to School Blues" 1500 words, $30
More than two-thirds of the way through Carla’s pregnancy, she’s frustrated by Rurys’ helpful, considerate, enthusiastic help, and feeling guilty for her frustration. Surprising events unfold.
Series: Tammy Lin
Universe: Tammy Lin
Magpie Monday Report - April 15, 2020
"Logical Consequences" 2500 words, $50
Minutes after the events of “Truth and Trust,” the logical consequences unfold. Dominic is surprisingly adept with words, and the pair have a private moment when they begin the walk home. Complex fluff.
Series: Strange Family
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Reassuring Rituals" 2500 words, $50
Bennett arrives after the events of “Not A Sudden Problem” byysabetwordsmith. He takes care of Cas in several ways, but the heavier part of their conversation waits until after dinner, and putting Hali to bed.
Series: Broken Angels, Mercedes
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Helping Hands" 1600 words, $32
Saul sets out to tackle a much hated chore, the first thing in the morning, only to find that he’s been too slow. Genna sits him down and feeds him breakfast while they discuss the jobs that they would rather never do.
Series: Strange Family
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
Magpie Monday Report - May 13, 2020
"Missteps and Missing Rungs" 2800 words, $56
A mistake made by a SPOON dispatcher leads to this two-part story, Shiv needs bottom rungs on the idea of a nonviolent disagreement, and the dispatcher needs the bottom rungs on several interconnected matters.
Series: Shiv, Finn Family
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Trading Skills" 1300 words, $26
Aida asks Shiv for help with a skill, but as the morning progresses, the pair end up trading skills and putting bottom rungs down for the other person. Prickly fluff!
Series: Shiv, Finn Family
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
Feathering the Nest Report - May 26, 2020
"Baby Gifts" 1200 words, $24
Devon arrives with a gift for Ashley, but the conversation quickly turns to other topics. (1200 words)
Series: Berrettaflies
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
Magpie Monday Report - June 12 2020
"Everyday Life" 1100, $22
Joshua is collecting laundry for the endless wash cycle, when Cove surprises him.
Series: Tull Family
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Strange Language" 1100 words, $22
Saul is working on learning more Ojibwe, preparing for their second summer at Red Lake, but it isn’t going as well as he hopes. He and Dominic compare abilities, and soothe a bit of their frustrations.
Series: Strange Family
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
Magpie Monday Report - July 17, 2020
"What About Me?" 1500 words, $30
Gideon’s walk on Christmas Eve is more about not being surrounded by painful reminders than any sense of holiday spirit. He meets a young woman, and they strike up a conversation.
Universe: General fiction
"Boundaries" 1100 words, $22
Kea has an awkward encounter on the bus, but when the teenager follows her, she finds her attempts at brushing him off ineffective. Another person steps in, with suggestions for both of them. (Note that Zaur is the same neighbor who helped Torrin when he panicked and ran.)
Series: Mercedes
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"What About the Cats?" 1100 words, $22
Torrin has some news about Squeak, but in the middle of the discussion over next steps with Loudmouth, the situation spirals far outside their experience. (1100 words)
Series: Torrin’s story arc in Mercedes
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
Feathering the Nest Report - July 30, 2020
"Something For Herself" 1400 words, $28
After a visit to her former posting, Judith arrives at the Saint Croix home wet and cold. She and Genna get settled in, then Genna shows her a project in progress, tailored to the younger woman.
Series: Strange Family
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Calling in the Cavalry" 2000 words, $40
Aaron hoped that taking two hours to grocery shop would give Jory plenty of time to take a simple shower, only to discover that their executive dysfunction had reached a level that was difficult to even assess, let alone work around. Aaron calls Bennett for some… rather unusual… help.
Series: Mercedes arc
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Platonic Date Night" 1500 words, $30
Griffin and Jules take all of the younger kids to a “play date” at Soup to Nuts, to give Joshua privacy for a massage from Bennett. Family dynamics and some physical comfort.
Series: Mercedes and Tull Family arc
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Private Moments" 1200 words, $24
Late in the evening, Genna and Dominic get some quiet time to themselves. Dominic helps care for his wife in a familiar, intimate way.
Series: Strange Family
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
Magpie Monday - August 12, 2020
"Appreciation" 1000 words, $20
Doctor G’s visit to the penitentiary for a counseling session doesn’t go at all the way he expects.
Series: Finn Family
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Fatherhood in Common" 1100 words, $22
When restocking the bathroom at Frogmorton Park, Cas meets another teen father, along with his son.
Series: Broken Angels
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"What We Bring to the Table" 1400 words, $28
Boss Blaster is approached by a gang of five who want to join the Broken Angels. After that bit of data, things get very complicated… Series: Broken Angels
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Dan and Beth AND--" 1100 words, $22
Faster Blaster approaches a local woodworker to make a few business deals. Follows “What we Bring to the Table.”
Series: Broken Angels
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Play It By Your Own Two Ears" 1300 words, $26
Elected to the City Council in November, it isn’t until mid-January that Millie gets a chance to see the weekly potlatch at Stone Soup Park. She has a very interesting discussion with Mister Maxwell. Series: Broken Angels series
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Ned’s Hands" 1500 words, $30
On his lunch break, Ned encounters a teen with a self-harm problem. Warnings are mild, the focus is on a sane and compassionate response, and no harm is shown directly.
Series: Broken Angels
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
Feathering the Nest - August 26, 2020
"Veteran’s Alliance" 1400 words, $28
An ordinary day is interrupted by a call from a shelter in Raleigh. A veteran has locked herself in the bathroom and one of the staff is hoping that Tolli and Simon can de-escalate the situation. It’s not as bad as things seemed at the outset, and the Finns are reassuring without minimizing the very real differences between veterans and civilians.
Series: Finn Family
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Baking Happiness" 1400 words, $28
Maura is a very shy friend of Edie’s, but today, she had so many things to celebrate that taking something to the pot luck at Stone Soup Par seemed like the best way to celebrate.
Series: Broken Angels
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
Magpie Monday - September 16, 2020
"Preparation and Puzzlements" 1000 words, $20
Ashley finds a present from Haruko, which makes her think about the upcoming issues related to becoming a mother. Haruko helps with her introspective mood.
Series: Berettaflies
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Liminal Life" 1200 words, $24
Griffin takes the rest of his siblings to the butterfly garden on his own, and meets up with a family friend. They talk about being in-between in various ways.
Series: Tull Family arc in Mercedes
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Prank War" 1000 words, $20
Simon deploys the “glitter nail polish” prank he has threatened, and Chris is the first of the guests to see the results.
Series: Schrodinger’s Heroes, Finn Family
Universe: Polychrome Heroics, Schrodinger's Heroes
"Details, Details" 1300 words, $26
When Heron moves into the sharehouse with Maisie, Mallory, and the others, they have a surprising point of friction.
Series: Finn Family series
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
Feathering the Nest - October 1, 2020 (for the September prompt call)
"Everyday Breaks" 1000 words, $20
Graham, Elisabeth, and the three youngest Finns taking a day off… with a nod to the problems caused by China.
Series: Finn Family, China’s Mistake
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Settling In" 1100 words, $22
Jayre marks her six month anniversary at her new job with some pleasant surprises. She’s also seeing a bit more of her new support network.
Universe: Original fiction, sequel to the short story, “Kindness.”
"Afternoon Dance" 2400 words, $48
Heron takes an opportunity to relax at a ballo caffè, and meets several new people. Plot happens.
Series: Finn Family and China’s Mistake (timing)
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Art for Arts’ Sake" 1300 words, $26
The crew is looking for a souvenir hoodie in Dallas, but they end up creating their own.
Series: Shiv/Omaha, Finn Family, China’s Mistake
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
Magpie Monday - October 14, 2020
"Snack Time" 1000 words, $20
Jaliya, Jules, and Mariset are hanging out together, making snacks as test recipes. Their discussion turns to a young man seen at the edges of the last Esperanto Club meeting.
Series: Mercedes
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Home Stretch" 1300 words, $26
Carla is on bed rest, undeniably aware that she is carrying twins that could be mistaken for miniature elephants. A strange new development sends her to talk to Rurys.
Series: Tammy Lin
Universe: Tammy Lin
Magpie Monday - November 18, 2020
"Seasonal Tastes" 1200 words, $24
Nyx goes to the corner grocery, but the produce she wants isn’t sold there. Instead, she joins in an annual ritual and barters for the foods she most closely identifies as ‘autumn.’
Universe: Original fiction
"Loose Ends and Opportunities" 2600 words, $52
After the blackout in China, a group of young hackers are faced with a novel choice. Part of the “China’s Mistake” series, it’s actually a new view of the problem and a way to tie up loose ends. Warnings in the text, but nothing requiring bold letters or red ink.
Series: Strange Family, China’s Mistake
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Summer Break" 1100 words, $22
Avram is frazzled by the end of his school year, when one of his fellow teachers offers the use of their cabin for a week’s vacation. He’s delighted by the offer, but when he arrives, he realizes how much more was involved.
Universe: General fiction
Fair warning: This list is as updated as I could make it, but I may have missed something, so I would advise reaching out todialecticdreamer first if there is a story you want to sponsor, just in case.
I will also include the advisory up front this time:
dialecticdreamer writes delightful stories, but they are flypaper for eyeballs (much like ysabetworsmith's), and she writes a TON of stories. Any given story arc has AT LEAST one novel's worth of words in it, and many of the older arcs have several novel's worth. So, as a PSA, do not start reading a new story arc at 9pm on a weeknight if you have to be up for work the next day. Otherwise, go nuts, enjoy the stories, and consider sponsoring one if you have a little extra and something catches your eye!Magpie Monday Report - February 14, 2020
"Kindness" 1300 words, $26
Jayre finds herself reacting to a coworker’s kindness. They end up having an awkward, but much needed conversation.
Universe: Original fiction
Feathering the Nest Report - February 26, 2020
"Childish Things" 2000 words, $40
Luci brings a gift to Shiv, but his previous experience with wrapped presents causes a hitch in her plans. Doctor G steps in to help.
Series: Shiv, Finn Family
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Coping Mechanisms" 1200 words, $24
Doctor G meets with a young woman dealing with a family crisis, and their conversation dances around the issue of impending memory loss.
Series: Finn Family
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"A Normal Night" 1300 words, $26
Joshua is nearly ready for bed when Dylan wakes, fussing. Michael is determined to help look after his baby sister, but the night reveals a great many changes since the children’s first days in the Tull family.
Series: Mercedes (Tull Family)
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"A Soft Touch" 1600 words, $32
Bennett’s planned class teaching infant massage is derailed by a request from the hospital staff.
Series: Mercedes (Bennett and Jules)
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
Feathering the Nest Report - March 26, 2020
"Strangely Hopeful" 1800 words, $36
On their last morning in the Maldives, Genna takes the children to pick up souvenirs and offer practical thanks to the clerk whose kindness took her breath away in
ysabetwordsmith’s poem, “Serenity, Hope, Balance.”Series: Strange Family
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Back to School Blues" 1500 words, $30
More than two-thirds of the way through Carla’s pregnancy, she’s frustrated by Rurys’ helpful, considerate, enthusiastic help, and feeling guilty for her frustration. Surprising events unfold.
Series: Tammy Lin
Universe: Tammy Lin
Magpie Monday Report - April 15, 2020
"Logical Consequences" 2500 words, $50
Minutes after the events of “Truth and Trust,” the logical consequences unfold. Dominic is surprisingly adept with words, and the pair have a private moment when they begin the walk home. Complex fluff.
Series: Strange Family
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Reassuring Rituals" 2500 words, $50
Bennett arrives after the events of “Not A Sudden Problem” by
ysabetwordsmith. He takes care of Cas in several ways, but the heavier part of their conversation waits until after dinner, and putting Hali to bed.Series: Broken Angels, Mercedes
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Helping Hands" 1600 words, $32
Saul sets out to tackle a much hated chore, the first thing in the morning, only to find that he’s been too slow. Genna sits him down and feeds him breakfast while they discuss the jobs that they would rather never do.
Series: Strange Family
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
Magpie Monday Report - May 13, 2020
"Missteps and Missing Rungs" 2800 words, $56
A mistake made by a SPOON dispatcher leads to this two-part story, Shiv needs bottom rungs on the idea of a nonviolent disagreement, and the dispatcher needs the bottom rungs on several interconnected matters.
Series: Shiv, Finn Family
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Trading Skills" 1300 words, $26
Aida asks Shiv for help with a skill, but as the morning progresses, the pair end up trading skills and putting bottom rungs down for the other person. Prickly fluff!
Series: Shiv, Finn Family
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
Feathering the Nest Report - May 26, 2020
"Baby Gifts" 1200 words, $24
Devon arrives with a gift for Ashley, but the conversation quickly turns to other topics. (1200 words)
Series: Berrettaflies
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
Magpie Monday Report - June 12 2020
"Everyday Life" 1100, $22
Joshua is collecting laundry for the endless wash cycle, when Cove surprises him.
Series: Tull Family
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Strange Language" 1100 words, $22
Saul is working on learning more Ojibwe, preparing for their second summer at Red Lake, but it isn’t going as well as he hopes. He and Dominic compare abilities, and soothe a bit of their frustrations.
Series: Strange Family
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
Magpie Monday Report - July 17, 2020
"What About Me?" 1500 words, $30
Gideon’s walk on Christmas Eve is more about not being surrounded by painful reminders than any sense of holiday spirit. He meets a young woman, and they strike up a conversation.
Universe: General fiction
"Boundaries" 1100 words, $22
Kea has an awkward encounter on the bus, but when the teenager follows her, she finds her attempts at brushing him off ineffective. Another person steps in, with suggestions for both of them. (Note that Zaur is the same neighbor who helped Torrin when he panicked and ran.)
Series: Mercedes
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"What About the Cats?" 1100 words, $22
Torrin has some news about Squeak, but in the middle of the discussion over next steps with Loudmouth, the situation spirals far outside their experience. (1100 words)
Series: Torrin’s story arc in Mercedes
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
Feathering the Nest Report - July 30, 2020
"Something For Herself" 1400 words, $28
After a visit to her former posting, Judith arrives at the Saint Croix home wet and cold. She and Genna get settled in, then Genna shows her a project in progress, tailored to the younger woman.
Series: Strange Family
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Calling in the Cavalry" 2000 words, $40
Aaron hoped that taking two hours to grocery shop would give Jory plenty of time to take a simple shower, only to discover that their executive dysfunction had reached a level that was difficult to even assess, let alone work around. Aaron calls Bennett for some… rather unusual… help.
Series: Mercedes arc
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Platonic Date Night" 1500 words, $30
Griffin and Jules take all of the younger kids to a “play date” at Soup to Nuts, to give Joshua privacy for a massage from Bennett. Family dynamics and some physical comfort.
Series: Mercedes and Tull Family arc
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Private Moments" 1200 words, $24
Late in the evening, Genna and Dominic get some quiet time to themselves. Dominic helps care for his wife in a familiar, intimate way.
Series: Strange Family
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
Magpie Monday - August 12, 2020
"Appreciation" 1000 words, $20
Doctor G’s visit to the penitentiary for a counseling session doesn’t go at all the way he expects.
Series: Finn Family
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Fatherhood in Common" 1100 words, $22
When restocking the bathroom at Frogmorton Park, Cas meets another teen father, along with his son.
Series: Broken Angels
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"What We Bring to the Table" 1400 words, $28
Boss Blaster is approached by a gang of five who want to join the Broken Angels. After that bit of data, things get very complicated… Series: Broken Angels
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Dan and Beth AND--" 1100 words, $22
Faster Blaster approaches a local woodworker to make a few business deals. Follows “What we Bring to the Table.”
Series: Broken Angels
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Play It By Your Own Two Ears" 1300 words, $26
Elected to the City Council in November, it isn’t until mid-January that Millie gets a chance to see the weekly potlatch at Stone Soup Park. She has a very interesting discussion with Mister Maxwell. Series: Broken Angels series
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Ned’s Hands" 1500 words, $30
On his lunch break, Ned encounters a teen with a self-harm problem. Warnings are mild, the focus is on a sane and compassionate response, and no harm is shown directly.
Series: Broken Angels
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
Feathering the Nest - August 26, 2020
"Veteran’s Alliance" 1400 words, $28
An ordinary day is interrupted by a call from a shelter in Raleigh. A veteran has locked herself in the bathroom and one of the staff is hoping that Tolli and Simon can de-escalate the situation. It’s not as bad as things seemed at the outset, and the Finns are reassuring without minimizing the very real differences between veterans and civilians.
Series: Finn Family
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Baking Happiness" 1400 words, $28
Maura is a very shy friend of Edie’s, but today, she had so many things to celebrate that taking something to the pot luck at Stone Soup Par seemed like the best way to celebrate.
Series: Broken Angels
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
Magpie Monday - September 16, 2020
"Preparation and Puzzlements" 1000 words, $20
Ashley finds a present from Haruko, which makes her think about the upcoming issues related to becoming a mother. Haruko helps with her introspective mood.
Series: Berettaflies
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Liminal Life" 1200 words, $24
Griffin takes the rest of his siblings to the butterfly garden on his own, and meets up with a family friend. They talk about being in-between in various ways.
Series: Tull Family arc in Mercedes
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Prank War" 1000 words, $20
Simon deploys the “glitter nail polish” prank he has threatened, and Chris is the first of the guests to see the results.
Series: Schrodinger’s Heroes, Finn Family
Universe: Polychrome Heroics, Schrodinger's Heroes
"Details, Details" 1300 words, $26
When Heron moves into the sharehouse with Maisie, Mallory, and the others, they have a surprising point of friction.
Series: Finn Family series
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
Feathering the Nest - October 1, 2020 (for the September prompt call)
"Everyday Breaks" 1000 words, $20
Graham, Elisabeth, and the three youngest Finns taking a day off… with a nod to the problems caused by China.
Series: Finn Family, China’s Mistake
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Settling In" 1100 words, $22
Jayre marks her six month anniversary at her new job with some pleasant surprises. She’s also seeing a bit more of her new support network.
Universe: Original fiction, sequel to the short story, “Kindness.”
"Afternoon Dance" 2400 words, $48
Heron takes an opportunity to relax at a ballo caffè, and meets several new people. Plot happens.
Series: Finn Family and China’s Mistake (timing)
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Art for Arts’ Sake" 1300 words, $26
The crew is looking for a souvenir hoodie in Dallas, but they end up creating their own.
Series: Shiv/Omaha, Finn Family, China’s Mistake
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
Magpie Monday - October 14, 2020
"Snack Time" 1000 words, $20
Jaliya, Jules, and Mariset are hanging out together, making snacks as test recipes. Their discussion turns to a young man seen at the edges of the last Esperanto Club meeting.
Series: Mercedes
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Home Stretch" 1300 words, $26
Carla is on bed rest, undeniably aware that she is carrying twins that could be mistaken for miniature elephants. A strange new development sends her to talk to Rurys.
Series: Tammy Lin
Universe: Tammy Lin
Magpie Monday - November 18, 2020
"Seasonal Tastes" 1200 words, $24
Nyx goes to the corner grocery, but the produce she wants isn’t sold there. Instead, she joins in an annual ritual and barters for the foods she most closely identifies as ‘autumn.’
Universe: Original fiction
"Loose Ends and Opportunities" 2600 words, $52
After the blackout in China, a group of young hackers are faced with a novel choice. Part of the “China’s Mistake” series, it’s actually a new view of the problem and a way to tie up loose ends. Warnings in the text, but nothing requiring bold letters or red ink.
Series: Strange Family, China’s Mistake
Universe: Polychrome Heroics
"Summer Break" 1100 words, $22
Avram is frazzled by the end of his school year, when one of his fellow teachers offers the use of their cabin for a week’s vacation. He’s delighted by the offer, but when he arrives, he realizes how much more was involved.
Universe: General fiction
Fair warning: This list is as updated as I could make it, but I may have missed something, so I would advise reaching out to
dialecticdreamer first if there is a story you want to sponsor, just in case.
