I'm not an expert on fiction writing, heck, my dreams of seeing my book in bookshops are yet to be realised, but I have learned some interesting things whilst honing my craft and I would like to share them with you, dear blog reader. There will always be those ready and willing to impart their …
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Letter to baby George!
Dear Baby George, Before I get started I'd like to welcome you to the world! It's a crazy place, filled with wonder, beauty, love, laughter, hopes and dreams and so many amazing things. I know you're going to love it! Guess I should introduce myself. Hi, my name is Unkie Dave! I'm a brother like …
Writing Challenge: Jester’s Mistake
I was a good teacher you know. Once. Back in the day. Back when teaching meant something, when there was respect for teachers. Not like today. I wouldn't want to be a teacher these days. Too much interactive gadgetry for my tastes. And the paperwork. Christ on a cracker, the paperwork is demoralising as hell. …
Arcane Insane – Part 1
1. The Jibba-Jabba It was a dark and gloomy night in Arcane Town. Werewolves howled at the moonlight, vampires snarled at the werewolves and the zombies moaned at everyone. Only the insane walked the streets after sunset and only the sane locked their doors and hoped the sunrise would come again. Janey Thomas gazed at …
Meet my Dad – The Chief!
If I remember correctly there was an Action Man figure in my Dad's study, sat on a shelf, wearing nothing but his plastic underwear and one commando boot. If you pulled the string on the Action Man's back he would give commands like: "Prepare to repel invaders!" or "I'm going in!" I'm not sure how …
Dave Farmer 