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Blackbird #0.5
The Chans
Short Story of the Blackbird Series (Claim your FREE copy! https://www.instafreebie.com/free/IEwg9 )
Logan has spent his entire life knowing he was different. An invisible force has guided him through important—and not so important—decisions, always pointing him in the right direction. His Gram calls his sixth sense the Chans, a word that means luck in her native Haitian creole.
One afternoon, while driving home from a faculty meeting at the school where he teaches music, Logan feels the familiar tug of the Chans. Usually the pull is like a suggestion being whispered in his ear. This time, however, it is a demand—one he is compelled to follow.
When the Chans leads him to a ramshackle diner in an out-of-the-way rural Mississippi town, Logan thinks there must be a mistake. But before he talks himself into leaving, a woman walks in that will change his life forever.
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Logan has spent his entire life knowing he was different. An invisible force has guided him through important—and not so important—decisions, always pointing him in the right direction. His Gram calls his sixth sense the Chans, a word that means luck in her native Haitian creole.
One afternoon, while driving home from a faculty meeting at the school where he teaches music, Logan feels the familiar tug of the Chans. Usually the pull is like a suggestion being whispered in his ear. This time, however, it is a demand—one he is compelled to follow.
When the Chans leads him to a ramshackle diner in an out-of-the-way rural Mississippi town, Logan thinks there must be a mistake. But before he talks himself into leaving, a woman walks in that will change his life forever.
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30 pages, ebook
Published January 1, 2016
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Em Shotwell
8 books111 followersAuthor of the Blackbird Summer series, Murphey Family Saga, & nefarious Womens Fiction. Lover of food, music, & sarcasm. Always dreaming.
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November 22, 2016
I loved this story the first time I read it. Em has used great humour to tell the story and her characters are vibrant. This is just a little taste of what's to come in her first novel. I can't wait to read Blackbird Summer.
January 3, 2016
LOVED this sneak peek behind a new series by a fabulous debut author that is going to rock the socks off fans of Beautiful Creatures!
January 3, 2016
This is good, really good. I am already super excited for Em's debut novel, Blackbird Summer, so getting to read this short story from the hero, Logan's POV is a great start to my new year.
A little thing about me is that I love reading male POV. Especially when I have or will read the female POV. After reading this first encounter between Logan and Tallulah in The Chans I am even more excited for Blackbird Summer, which I didn't think was possible.
I love small southern towns and people who obviously have stories to tell. It's already clear from this early glimpse that Blackbird Summer is going to tick a lot of boxes for me.
This short story is tight and polished and sets the scene wonderfully for what is obviously going to be a real breath of fresh air take on a fantasy realism story.
This short story was kindly made available to members of Em's mailing list.
A little thing about me is that I love reading male POV. Especially when I have or will read the female POV. After reading this first encounter between Logan and Tallulah in The Chans I am even more excited for Blackbird Summer, which I didn't think was possible.
I love small southern towns and people who obviously have stories to tell. It's already clear from this early glimpse that Blackbird Summer is going to tick a lot of boxes for me.
This short story is tight and polished and sets the scene wonderfully for what is obviously going to be a real breath of fresh air take on a fantasy realism story.
This short story was kindly made available to members of Em's mailing list.
January 10, 2016
Well written. I highly recommend this short. I'm looking forward to Blackbird Summer. Thanks Em Shotwell.
March 18, 2017
This short story introduced Logan, a music teacher, who has a unique gift-sort of a sixth sense guidance system he calls the Chans. After a disappointing faculty meeting, Logan heads home only to be rerouted by the Chans. He ends up at a diner in a dumpy town where he sees a beautiful girl who he is drawn to. Not only beautiful, but green sparkling eyes that seem to glow...
This is a very short introduction to a new series by Ms Stockwell called The Blackbird Series. This prequel may be short, but it grabs you and makes you realize that this is a story you want to read. If you like a hint of mystery and the unusual, this book and series are going to be something you will want to explore. The prequel is free, so give it a chance! I can't wait to read more!
This is a very short introduction to a new series by Ms Stockwell called The Blackbird Series. This prequel may be short, but it grabs you and makes you realize that this is a story you want to read. If you like a hint of mystery and the unusual, this book and series are going to be something you will want to explore. The prequel is free, so give it a chance! I can't wait to read more!
March 9, 2016
I was about to start Blackbird Summer when i received a free copy of this short story and it seemed a good idea to read this one first.
Well, i'm glad i did, as it only made me eager to read the book.
Logan is a very interesting character and his encounter with this strange woman is kind of fascinating.
I'm really looking forward to reading Balckbird Summer.
Well, i'm glad i did, as it only made me eager to read the book.
Logan is a very interesting character and his encounter with this strange woman is kind of fascinating.
I'm really looking forward to reading Balckbird Summer.
March 26, 2016
Amazing short story that leaves you wanting more! I can't wait until Blackbird Summer comes out so I can read Logan and Tullulah's whole story and figure out just what is up with this town and its inhabitants! And my favorite line of the short story, "Never be afraid of being a goober..." made me giggle!
March 1, 2016
This short story was well-written, fun and held my attention from beginning to end. A great lead-in to the upcoming release of Blackbird Summer and worth reading for pure enjoyment purposes. The preview chapter at the end of this short is also fun and makes me want to read the novel even more.
January 2, 2016
Loved it! Can't wait to see what happens to Logan, and his mystery woman, in Blackbird Summer!
January 2, 2016
This is a short story out of the blackbird summer series. It's neat to get a different perspective on the story. I really enjoyed it. Well done Emme!
January 27, 2016
You've totally reeled me in. I can't wait to know Logan & Tallulah better. The Chans is awesome. Looking forward to reading Blackbird Summer.
March 4, 2016
I received an ARC of Blackbird Summer and The Chans was a free short story. Man, what a short story! This series has a lot going for it and The Chans sets it up like a racehorse out of a chute.
November 4, 2018
The Chans #0 (short) - This is my first read by this author and I found it OK. It is a well written, interesting introduction to what the Chans are and a little about Brooklyn, MS, but there is not enough story to know if I would like the characters. 3*
Forget Me Not #0 - The story begins in late 1968, in Brooklyn, MS. After reading The Chans, I started this book and I enjoyed it. A well written, intriguing blend of a touch of magic with real life before and after the first draft for Evelyn and Rex. Both are gifted as many of their relatives are with their own unique gifts. Her's is healing, his is memory.
Suffering from a tour of duty in Vietnam, his gift and PTSD require Rex and Evelyn to find their way back to their future. This is an interesting story with many storylines, small town and rural living and magic that doesn't have anything to do with witchcraft. The sacrifices made and the growth of a young woman into maturity and healing her perfect match. There's an overview, which I appreciate knowing what a story is about before I read it. 5*
Forget Me Not #0 - The story begins in late 1968, in Brooklyn, MS. After reading The Chans, I started this book and I enjoyed it. A well written, intriguing blend of a touch of magic with real life before and after the first draft for Evelyn and Rex. Both are gifted as many of their relatives are with their own unique gifts. Her's is healing, his is memory.
Suffering from a tour of duty in Vietnam, his gift and PTSD require Rex and Evelyn to find their way back to their future. This is an interesting story with many storylines, small town and rural living and magic that doesn't have anything to do with witchcraft. The sacrifices made and the growth of a young woman into maturity and healing her perfect match. There's an overview, which I appreciate knowing what a story is about before I read it. 5*
September 6, 2017
This is a nice little preview, setting the stage for the next book. It's well-written and has great atmosphere.
January 21, 2018
Once I started reading, I couldn't stop. I absolutely love this story, the writing... EVERYTHING! I need to pick up the rest :)
August 26, 2019
I thoroughly appreciate the background information on how Logan and Tully met. This adds so much to their story. Thanks for the great short informative story!!!!!
April 23, 2016
What a great, short, backstory on Logan (the male protagonist) for the lead-in to the full-length book, "Blackbird Summer" :) I am so glad I found this new talented author & I can't wait for more of her work! ... I highly recommend you get the big novel (since this short story is now included there) & add "Blackbird Summer" to your TBR list, or grab it now! ... Get ready for an amazing, page-turning emotional rollercoaster ride that I promise you don't want to miss out on! An awesome contemporary fiction must read full of suspense, fantasy and romance with twists & turns to keep you on the edge of your seat!
March 17, 2016
I was about to start Blackbird Summer when i received a free copy of this short story and it seemed a good idea to read this one first. I found out that this is a peek into Logan's point of view after chapter two of Blackbird, so I held off and read it before Chapter 3. That certainly worked for me if there are others out there wondering if you will miss something by not reading the Chans first.
I loved his point of view and makes me excited to continue on and get to know Logan and Tallulah more and see what develops between them
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I loved his point of view and makes me excited to continue on and get to know Logan and Tallulah more and see what develops between them
Happy Reading
July 4, 2016
A short free vignette, THE CHANS is the first meeting between Tallulah and Logan from BLACKBIRD SUMMER told from Logan's perspective. It is really just a side promo for BLACKBIRD SUMMER but it served its purpose of getting me interested in reading the whole story. By giving a different narrative perspective, it added value.
April 2, 2016
I loved reading the short story The Chans. This was a very important part of the book Blackbird Summer and I enjoyed seeing it from Logan's perspective.
October 31, 2016
It worked! I'm hooked and am off to grab a copy of Blackbird Summer!
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