S.P. Oldham's Blog, page 13
July 20, 2022
36 copies left - get them while you can! Wakeful Children.
Only 36 copies remaining! Half price (£5) if you enter the code 'Wakeful' at checkout. Get them while you can, because once they're gone, they're gone! UK only.
If you would prefer a signed copy ordered direct from the author there will be an additional small charge to cover p&p.
'Wakeful Children is a collection of highly imaginative and inventive short stories.
The oak sways gently, a shiver shimmers its way from roots to tip. A branch creaks as if in resistance. A small, fresh leaf strains to curl into life, shows promise for an instant, then withers and dies. A sigh, just beyond human hearing, vibrates the night. All else is still.
You will be unwittingly taken on a journey to witness the twisted brutality of Joe Gallows, the weird dream-scape of The Sandman, the ice-cold grasp of The Face of the Gale, the elemental horror of an ancient, evil entity in Devil’s Drop. You will visit some of the residents down a darkly troubled street in Absorption; watched over by a beautiful, malignant presence all the while.
These and other tales make Wakeful Children an extremely unusual, compelling and refreshingly different read in this genre. One that will leave you thinking of it long after you have turned the last page...'
https://www.troubador.co.uk/.../fantasy.../wakeful-children/
July 18, 2022
Sir Terry Pratchett - Pebble Mill 1995
The great man himself. Sir Terry Pratchett on a Pebble Mill interview in 1995. The quality of film at the beginning is a bit dodgy, but it clears quickly so stick with it.
If it is possible to 'miss' a person you never really knew, then I miss this man. I miss his wit, his perception, his imagination and his outlook on life. Most of all, I miss getting a copy of his new book every Christmas. Still, he has left us a tremendous legacy in his writings, not just Discworld (which I love!) but plenty of other stuff too. If you enjoy fantasy with some fabulous insights and parallels to real life, then give his books a try. I did, and I never looked back!
July 6, 2022
RIP Peter Meredith, Author
I was very shocked and saddened to hear of the sudden death of author Peter Meredith this morning.
Peter had been battling early-onset dementia, with his dedicated wife Stacy Thuy Meredith doing all she could to help and support him. To hear of his sudden passing today was truly shocking.
I would like to offer my sincere condolences to Stacy, Peter Meredith Jr. and their family and friends.
At times such as this, it is hard to find the right words to say. RIP Peter, you will live on in your books, in the hearts and minds of your fans and in the memories of your loved ones.
June 27, 2022
Last Chance to Vote…
Last chance to vote in the Zombie Book of Summer poll in Written Undead! Voting closes on Tuesday, June 28. If the poll doesn’t seem to work, declare your choice in the comments of the poll!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/WrittenUndead/
There are some of your zombie author favourites in the poll, so take a look!
June 25, 2022
Fonts as People
Just a bit of silliness. The fonts often remind me of characters when I am choosing them for posts. Anyway, enjoy x
June 24, 2022
Leaky Roof
I know no one ever visits my blog. I am going to carry on posting as if people do, anyway. Nothing to lose. If you should pass this way, leave me a comment. Thanks.
June 21, 2022
Get Voting for Zombie Book of the Summer!
IT’S TIME FOR THE WRITTEN UNDEAD'S MUST READ ZOMBIE BOOK OF SUMMER! WE’RE NOT ASKING FOR THE BEST WRITTEN, JUST THE FIRST BOOK/SERIES YOU WOULD RAVE ABOUT TO A FRIEND.
Click the link to vote: Zombie Book of the Summer Poll - Written Undead on Facebook
Hint: if anyone has read and enjoyed any of my zombie fiction, a nomination would be great…
RULES:
1. Vote on your favorite Author/Book
2. Don't see your favorite zombie book?... ADD YOUR NOMINATION TO THE POLL.
3. You are only allowed to vote for 1
4. Nominations must include “Book/series - Author.”
5. Voting ends one week from today. The winner to be announced the following day.
June 20, 2022
A Grave Mistake - Recited by Mick Dark on YouTube!
Check out my short story on Mick Dark's YouTube channel! 'A Grave Mistake' was written for Red Cape Publishing as part of their A - Z of horror series. It features in Volume E is for Exorcism. If you feel like having a story read to you for a change, just click the link and enjoy!
Thank you to Red Cape Publishing and to Mick Dark. Mick, I love the sinister way you recited my story and the eerie feel of the reading. Thank you for doing my work such credit, I appreciate it hugely.
June 18, 2022
Tredegar Vintage Vehicle Rally
Vintage Car rally in Tredegar today. Pouring with rain but seemed like a pretty good turnout. Does anyone remember owning one of these? Maybe you still do? #vintage #vintagestyle #vintagecars #tredegar Check out the full post on my S P Oldham on Facebook page
June 11, 2022
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