We love stories. So when writing a story – not just telling an anecdote or a gratuitous lie – it’s … More
Category: Quickies
Sometimes you just want a quick 1-2 minute read about nothing in particular. Ideally it’s something that makes you smile.
When your world is falling apart…
When big things are happening in the world and your online feeds, television and loved ones are bawling out opinions, facts, expert advice and all the rest… you sometimes never reach that quiet place.
Writer’s Note: On mermaids and the independence of Taiwan
In this instance I have finally begun solid work on my book. A self-contained humorous, but serious, fantasy adventure complete with interesting-haired heroine and intelligent bummer sidekick.
Paradoxical Musings: on carpe diem and predatory loans
The thing about the present is that it’s the future in a ninja outfit.
Jumbled Thoughts: On Providing a Beginner’s Guide to Writing a Book!
Source: http://www.grammarcheck.net
Misguided Whimsy: on the complexity of writing a novel
Missed me? In attempts to distract myself from the harsh social withdrawal born from moving out of London, my love…my life, I went … More
The Complacent Pedantic: on starting a novel
The intent is to write fiction, ideally within the fantasy/sci-fi genre, and get paid for it but the steps are bluntly given, full of vague pick-me-ups and rely on an obscene overuse of dusty quotes framed in filigree with a sunset backdrop.
The Constipated Sloth: on the equal failings of procrastination and the busy life
Reversing priorities to tackle the comforting idea first is the essence of procrastination. Match this with the image of acting more aristocratic and you’re in for a dangerous mix…right? Well, yes you are since that’s a recipe for a proud sloth who’s putting off taking a shit.
Going Full Circle: on the virtues of the sloth
Ladies and Gentlemen, I have gone full circle. This process took 11 months, give or take however many days it … More
The philosophy of the toilet: on my lack of words
Empathetic Reader, see if you can spot the alliteration. I have been reading up on rhetoric. The Gods of the … More
Tourism again: what I learned
I constantly attempt to escape the wisdom of others. This is because I am up my own arse. Prior to … More
Tourism: My First Steps
Hello reader! Been a while! Please don’t throw things! So currently in Spain. You know how sometimes when you’re on … More
Stress is my friend: I refuse to apologise for my self-discovery
Sweet reader, if you have followed the smattering of posts I’ve written since I started this pathetic endeavour you’ll have noticed I … More
Babies || Comic
As I frantically attempt to maintain some integrity as a student, I feel compelled to share with you the strange … More
On the Flu: Perspective says all is well
Happy new month reader! It has been a while hasn’t i- No don’t throw things at me! Of course I … More
The Lazy Slinky 