Hello, Several months ago, Shannan Palma proposed a contest which she called, "A Spy on Board." She wanted people to explore the possibilities of other spies amongst Eden Project. As a general rule, I don't like conspiracy plots, and I have trouble writing spy stories. However, I didn't want to back down from a challenge. I decided to try it -- maybe I could come up with a spy *slant* on a story which was more my style in the first place. I didn't have the time to write it, but she then extended her deadline in the hopes that someone would actually enter! With the new deadline, I had the time, and I sent her a story five minutes before time was up! I don't know if she was counting seconds or not.

I never heard from her. The "Who" list says she's still subscribed to the mailing list. I sent her a follow-up message, but it has gone unanswered. Shannan, if you're out there -- I hope everything's okay. I've just decided I can't wait any more, that's all. I'm posting my story.

It's called "Lost Worlds." (No, it's not a crossover!) I never would have written it if it hadn't been for Shannan's challenge.

Have a happy day! Doug

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