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The Gnome and Mrs. Meyers by Susan Klein
Magical Realism
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When the recently-widowed Mrs. Meyers wins the "Expect The Unexpected Sweepstakes" she thinks everything in her life would turn around. But the prize of precious jewels comes with an unexpected catch: she must keep an ancient magical being safe, secure, and entertained for three months at her condo. Is she up to the challenge of this unique homestay program? Will she be able to deal with her abusive boss, and a condo association that is certain there's vermin running around the building? And, most importantly, what will a gnome think of Chicago deep-dish pizza?
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Chapters
| Title | Description | Date Created |
| Gnome Chapter 01 (15.77 MB) | Mrs. Brenda Meyers wakes up to an unexpected visitor in her condo: a sixteen-inch gnome announcing that she has won the online “Expect the Unexpected Sweepstakes.” Is he an hallucination? Is it all a hoax? | Jan 20, 2011 |
| Gnome Chapter 02 (17.81 MB) | After asking the gnome some questions, Mrs. Meyers is cautiously excited about the reward of fabulous jewels for being a homestay host to the small traveler. She then takes him on his first field trip. But, on the way back, Mrs. Meyers forgets something critical... | Jan 20, 2011 |
| Gnome Chapter 03 (19.76 MB) | Brenda is frantic when she finds the gnome missing. She retraces her steps, and finds him in a dire predicament.... | Jan 20, 2011 |
| Gnome Chapter 04 (14.86 MB) | Brenda finally goes back to work and has to deal with her abusive boss. That evening, the gnome teaches her a secret technique to access her intuition and reveal her true feelings on any subject. | Jan 20, 2011 |
| Gnome Chapter 05 (16.53 MB) | The condo board holds a meeting as they are certain that there is vermin loose around the building. Doris, the bully of the condo, insists on a solution that terrifies Brenda. | Jan 20, 2011 |
| Gnome Chapter 06 (12.98 MB) | Mrs. Meyers finally gets to ask the gnome some in-depth questions about his background. He shares the story about how the gnomes managed to vanquish the Trolls, a hideous race of beings who terrorized and killed gnomes for sport. The final time the Trolls showed up to ravage, the gnomes were ready with an ingenious plan. | Jan 20, 2011 |
| Gnome Chapter 07 (14.06 MB) | Mrs. Meyers goes to the roof with the gnome to take care of a task for the condo board. While distracted by the sights, a horrible accident befalls the gnome. | Jan 20, 2011 |
| Gnome Chapter 08 (10.62 MB) | The unconscious gnome has been grievously injured. Can Brenda remember the source of gnome healing, find some, and get it to him in time? | Jan 20, 2011 |
| Gnome Chapter 09 (9.46 MB) | While the gnome struggles to recover, Brenda struggles with demons from her past. | Feb 14, 2011 |
| Gnome Chapter 10 (7.77 MB) | Brenda gets nervous about the upcoming visit of the Homestay Director and Mr. Gnome’s twin brother Ramone. “More gnomes, that’s all I need is more gnomes!” she moans. Will the Gnome heal in time? | Feb 22, 2011 |
| Gnome Chapter 11 (14.82 MB) | Ramone and His Excellency arrive from their home dimension. Will the Homestay Director cancel the program when he becomes aware of the Gnome’s injuries? | Feb 27, 2011 |
| Gnome Chapter 12 (14.96 MB) | The Gnome sight-seeing trip is headed for disaster until Brenda comes up with a clever solution. | Mar 7, 2011 |
| Gnome Chapter 13 (14.15 MB) | When Brenda finally meets with the Homestay Director, only one burning question is on her mind. | Mar 17, 2011 |
| Gnome Chapter 14 (11.31 MB) | Brenda is so desperate about her situation at work, she lets the Gnome and his bride-to-be work on a remedy. | Mar 24, 2011 |
| Gnome Chapter 15 (19.28 MB) | With the help of the Gnome's colleague, an expert in conflict resolution, Brenda finally confronts her abusive boss. But why does the mediator smell like a swamp and sound like a thug? | Mar 31, 2011 |
| Gnome Chapter 16 (12.55 MB) | The Gnome has a remedy for Brenda’s headache: his Extra Special Salve. But is it safe for humans? | Apr 7, 2011 |
| Gnome Chapter 17 (15.24 MB) | The Gnome revisits the forest but during his leave-taking, he suffers a catastrophic loss. | Apr 13, 2011 |
| Gnome Chapter 18 (10.75 MB) | In order to keep the Gnome safe, it’s up to Brenda to come up with a ruse. Is she capable of tricking the trickster? | Apr 22, 2011 |
| Gnome Chapter 19 (4.96 MB) | The identity of the “mysterious gnome sighting” is revealed. Who is the courageous warrior who has come to the Gnome’s rescue? | Apr 28, 2011 |
| Gnome Chapter 20 (9.29 MB) | Brenda has only seconds to outwit Doris, “the female ogre.” | May 5, 2011 |
| Gnome Chapter 21 (12.67 MB) | Brenda witnesses a sacred Gnome ceremony and hears the details about the “Greatest of All Flarkenspiels.” | May 15, 2011 |
| Gnome Chapter 22 (12.43 MB) | The Gnome’s final plan is underway. Will he be able to successfully nudge Brenda’s fate along? | May 26, 2011 |