The Snake – Betsey Horton

BLOG: Writer’s Block

Posted on January 27, 2018September 17, 2020 by Betsey Horton

At times like this, I find it extremely helpful to imagine myself standing out in a field with my arms spread wide open, singing We Shall Overcome. I don't know why, but that mental image works for me. Writer's Block. Writer's Block. Fill the page with something Anything Whatever will... Read More

STORY: The Stowaway

Posted on January 18, 2018May 15, 2020 by Betsey Horton

Betsey is unpacking in a hotel room when she hears a strange noise. She gasps and jumps back as she notices a moving lump underneath her clothes. She watches in silent horror as a little green snake slithers out from inside the suitcase and glides across the bed. It promptly... Read More

STORY: The Big Bamboozle

Posted on November 24, 2017May 15, 2020 by Betsey Horton

"What are you doing?" Andrew asks, peering over my shoulder to examine my notebook. I roll my eyes at him and cover up the page so he can't see. "I'm trying to separate your characters," I explain. "I need you to be two completely people." "But I can't," he says... Read More

SCRIPT: Sell Out With Me Tonight

Posted on September 2, 2017May 15, 2020 by Betsey Horton

On Friday morning, Betsey goes to see Andrew for a business meeting. Betsey is in a very whiny mood and completely distracted from writing. Needless to say, Andrew is trying to get her back on track. Betsey: I'm so frustrated with my current life situation! I hate being broke all... Read More

STORY: The Escape Plan

Posted on August 7, 2017May 15, 2020 by Betsey Horton

I am sitting outside early in the morning when Andrew decides to appear before me again. "So," he asks smoothly. "How did your latest escape plan go?" "It didn't work out," I say shortly. "As per usual. But I feel like I've definitely earned a solid A+ for effort. I... Read More

SCRIPT: Editorial Differences

Posted on June 13, 2017May 15, 2020 by Betsey Horton

Andrew has decided he is Betsey's new editor and gets the final say in which characters are featured on the currently untitled "Bloody Mary's Bar Project." Needless to say, they are having some editorial differences. Betsey: Here's a list of my characters. The Prince is going to be one. Andrew... Read More

STORY: A Thousand Ways to Die

Posted on April 11, 2017May 15, 2020 by Betsey Horton

I'm practicing my sweet dance moves in my apartment when Andrew walks in the door. He stands there drooling and watches me for awhile before remembering why he came in the first place. He clears his threat to get my attention. "I came to inspire you," he says. "I decided... Read More

STORY: Jason from the Gym

Posted on February 13, 2017May 15, 2020 by Betsey Horton

I'm siting in the living room writing a warm-up when Andrew unlocks the door and walks into my apartment. He is dressed in a pair of old basketball shorts and a ski parka. "Hey," he says cheerfully. "Are you ready to go work out now?" I look up at him... Read More

BLOG: If I Was A Snake…

Posted on February 6, 2017September 17, 2020 by Betsey Horton

Currently sitting at the Office. I managed to sleep for about 15 hours straight last night. It was awesome. I'm still feeling pretty burnt out though. What I wouldn't give for a lovely island vacation right about now. Anything to get away from this town, this country, and this supposedly "fictional"... Read More

STORY: The Poisoning

Posted on January 27, 2017May 15, 2020 by Betsey Horton

Currently sitting at Bloody Mary's Bar. I'm having a weird experience with Andrew this week. He won't come out when I try to write about him. He says he wants to curl up in his little hole where it's dark and cold until he's ready to come out again. I... Read More

Betsey Horton

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