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Drew Bankston
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The Imagination Stone
Science Fiction & Fantasy
Author Insight
Defeat?
They say what doesn't kill us makes us stronger, but sometimes we don't see that far ahead. Sometimes, we only see what just happened. We only feel what just happened. Sometimes we feel like what just happened is the end of all we know, and the future becomes a bleak and dismal place. Little things can happen to make them even worse. But they also say to never give up because you never know what might be just around the corner. This excerpt shows one of these down times for Tom Parker, but he doesn't know how his life is about to change in this part of "The Imagination Stone".
Book Excerpt
The Imagination Stone
The receptionist stared blankly at Tom. “Um, I’m not sure what you mean,” she said, and then glanced back at the guard with a longing look. The guard shrugged and returned the amorous stare.
She looked back at Tom. “I’m sorry,” she continued, “I was a little involved in conversation with the guard after Mr. Clark came out. I wish I could help, but I really didn’t pay attention to what happened. I mean, you seem like a nice guy who just needs to get cleaned up. Maybe you could come back and try again another time.” She smiled a hollow smile which melted into a genuine one when she turned back to the guard leaning on her desk.
Tom felt alone and defeated. His shoulders dropped and he walked slowly to the elevator, pushed the button, and waited for the car to take him farther down.
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