Three Hours Before Tom raced after the football when it shot over his head through the tree trunk goal posts. He muttered under his breath as his friends called after him. They called him Tom Thumb because of his size, and maybe if he wasn’t so small he might be able to save more goals. …
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Sunday Picture Press: Ground Fall – Part 1
Shattered Tranquillity It all happened so fast and without warning. Lee was sat on the grass at the edge of the park, a can of cream soda in one hand and a sweet chilli noodle salad in the other. Families enjoyed their picnics, children played football and teenagers lazed on the grass, their tinny music …
Writing Tips Wednesday – Getting the layout right
Every Wednesday I'll be sharing some hints and tips about how to improve your writing. These are basic things I have learned over the years, from writers websites, published authors and constructive feedback from friends, family and online pals. There is an argument that fiction writing cannot be taught because it comes from talent alone, …
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Fear of Failure
A great insight into the Fear of Failure from Milton Glaser, a graphic designer in the US. In this video he talks about what it is to fear failure and how by embracing failure we can improve ourselves. Milton may look a bit creepy but give the video a chance and you might find him …
Straight Shooter
"Come on! Move that shit-heap will ya? You're holding up the traffic, lady!" Greg Mason was not known for keeping his opinions to himself. He'd stopped counting the number of friends lost because he spoke his mind. His therapist explained how he needed to let his inner voice police his tongue. He must try and …
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