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My work is heading to Demicon this year—both in the writing contest and the art show. While I won’t be there in person, my stories and artwork will be. If you’re attending, I hope you get a chance to check them out—and thank you for supporting indie creators and original work. More previews and updates coming soon. #Demicon #ArtShow #WritingContest #IndieArtist #IndieAuthor #FantasyArt #SciFiArt #CreativeLife #AliciasDesk

Two original short stories—Outpost 37 and a fake news-themed piece—submitted to the Demicon Writing Contest, exploring isolation, perception, and narrative.

A new Outpost 37 science fiction story submitted to the Demicon Writing Contest, expanding the series world.

A speculative fiction short story exploring truth and perception, currently submitted to the Demicon Writing Contest.

A new Outpost 37 story exploring isolation and mystery, submitted to the Demicon Writing Contest.

A speculative fiction short story exploring truth and perception, submitted to the Demicon Writing Contest.

Romancing the Reaper By Alicia Anspaugh Even death can’t keep a determined reaper from love—but breaking the rules of the afterlife comes with a price. “Oh my god!” Jim put his hand over his face. He knew he had done wrong. “You can’t just do this!” “I know… I KNOW!” “How many times, Jim?!” “Weeelllll……” he trailed off. “HOW MANY?!” “Well, there was the mix-up at the hospital, and the one with the blood pressure… the one where her heart stopped… the one where she fainted… th

Dungeons and Dragons Art Show in Des Moines, Iowa at The Fremont featuring local artists, fantasy artwork, and creative storytelling inspired by D&D. Free all-ages art event with dragon dice giveaway and community art exhibit.

Explore 2026, the Year of the Fire Horse in Eastern astrology. Learn what this energetic Yang year means, how it affects each Horse year, and how to navigate its powerful changes.

Hey Folks, This is from a couple months back, we are hard at work on Issue #2 !!! #celestialimprintpublishing #issuetwo Hey Guys! So...

Hey Everybody, Guess who is writing the wrap around story for this anthology?? You guessed it, Me!! Im so excited!! BTW, They are looking...

Hey Folks, My new painting for the Art of Star Wars art show out at #desmoinesnewageshop today and tomorrow! *as per the usual, I have a...

Hello All, Tonight we are sitting down with Local author of the new Novel Shifting Tides, Destini Taylor ! We will be chatting about how...

Hey All, We are BACK! Dear lordy that was an insane ride! Thank you guys for bein so patient , life craziness got in the way of...

Hey All, I'm excited to announce the first ever #giveaway #contest by Alicia's Desk! *Winners will be notified by email(thru...

Hey All, Welcome back to Spooky Storytime by Alicia's Desk! Today we have a short micro fiction on a villains backstory: The Swamp Witch:...

Hey All, So Today we are chatting about the project that iv been mentioning for awhile. I have 2 stories entered into the Kindle Vella...

Hey Folks, Welcome back to Alicia's Desk Updates! There will be 2 updates this week as Wubb & I were under the weather last week(And he...

Hey All, Tonight we are chatting with Dennis McCullough , Founder of Theater Genesis Production company- a Fledgling independent film &...

Hey All, Tonight we are sitting down with Dean Sturtevant of Green Unicorn Art to chat about his upcoming Art show at...