Author Archives: silaschampion

Hallowed Ground

Posted on July 3, 2016 by silaschampion

On Memorial Day weekend, my family and I visited two Civil War battlefields. I am fascinated with history and going to a place where history happened always makes it come alive for me. You can almost feel the life, death, … Continue reading →

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Be A Hobbit

Posted on May 12, 2016 by silaschampion

 I got my first copy of the Lord of the Rings when I was about twelve years old as a Christmas gift from an aunt. Although I read a lot as a child I didn’t read much fantasy. The covers … Continue reading →

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Learning From Merle

Posted on April 7, 2016 by silaschampion

Merle Haggard passed away yesterday and I found myself feeling pretty melancholy. His music has been a part of my life for as long as I’ve been around. I can remember my father singing his songs and I sang them to … Continue reading →

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I’ve Got an Agent!!!

Posted on March 17, 2016 by silaschampion

I could not be more excited to announce that I now have an agent! That’s right, I can finally say those words, “wait, I need to call my agent.” I am thrilled to announce that I am represented by Terrie … Continue reading →

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Through the Veil Blog Tour

Posted on March 8, 2016 by silaschampion

Title: Through The Veil (The Aisling Chronicles, #1) Author: Colleen Halverson Genre: Paranormal Romance Release Date: February 22, 2016 Publisher: Entangled Synopsis Elizabeth Tanner is no Tinkerbell, and her life is no fairy tale. Broke and drowning in student loans, … Continue reading →

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Through the Veil

Posted on February 22, 2016 by silaschampion

Hey everyone, today (Feb. 22nd)  is the release date for Through the Veil by Colleen Halverson. Colleen is a great member of the writing community so I am excited that her release date is here. Show her some love and … Continue reading →

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Fifty Shades of Plaid

Posted on January 21, 2016 by silaschampion

The dryer made a satisfyingly loud clang as it tumbled off the truck into the mound of scrap metal. Much to Cale’s surprise, though, it didn’t break. He wiped his hands on his jeans and looked at Roy. “Thing held … Continue reading →

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Annabelle Lee

Posted on October 30, 2015 by silaschampion

Here’s a short story partially inspired by Edgar Allen Poe’s poem Annabelle Lee. Hope you enjoy it. Annabelle Lee by Silas Champion Everything smells unpleasant today, Annabelle thought, but no one else seemed to notice. They chattered about the upcoming … Continue reading →

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The Front Porch

Posted on October 1, 2015 by silaschampion

I’ve always liked front porches. Something about a big front porch makes a house feel more welcoming. It’s like the hospitality of the home spills outside beyond the walls. The house offers you chairs even before you open the front … Continue reading →

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Getting Gothic

Posted on September 4, 2015 by silaschampion

I had a very gothic summer. Let me explain. One of the most famous pictures in the world is American Gothic by Grant Wood, and I got to see it this year.  I also visited the house in the background … Continue reading →

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