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Tintern Abbey is a Welsh Heritage Jewel

Tintern Abbey: setting for Angel's Mass. A few pics and thoughts from my recent visit.

Visiting Tintern Abbey, September 2024

Tintern Abbey: setting for Angel's Mass. A few pics and thoughts from my recent visit.

Chaotic Author Podcast Episode 14: How I Became an Indie Author without AI or NaNoWriMo

In episode 14, I briefly cover the NaNoWriMo scandals and explain why you don't need it or AI to be an indie author.

How Many Languages Does Europe Officially Recognise?

The 26th September is European Language Day. I knew there were a lot of languages spoken in Europe but was never sure just how many. So, out of curiosity, I did some digging around. the number surprised me. Do you know what else surprised me? Europe’s most spoken language. Before I reveal it though, I’m […]

How Many Languages Does Europe Recognise Officially?

The 26th September is European Language Day. I knew there were a lot of languages spoken in Europe but was never sure just how many. So, out of curiosity, I did some digging around. the number surprised me. Do you know what else surprised me? Europe’s most spoken language. Before I reveal it though, I’m […]

Short Story: Abducted in Broad Daylight

Short story: An unnamed child of a former politician is abducted in broad daylight.

Death and Dying Aren’t Scary – They’re Annoying

Some people fear death, others don't. I'm the latter, but my reasons might be unusual.

Surviving The Aftermath is the Settlement Builder I Never Knew I Needed

My review of settlement building game Surviving The Aftermath (base game only).

New Writer’s Emotion Unlocked – I’ll Bet Japanese has a Word for it

There's a specific emotion associated with finishing a creative project you've spent so much time working on.

Meaningless and Low Effort Corporate Advocacy: A Quick Start Guide

Cynical exploitation with minimum budget, thought, and action Hello [CEO name]! You’ve hired a Diversity Officer on rolling three-month contract. You’ve updated your website with all the right buzz words like “strategised”, “working closely”, how you’re “proud to be a partner of”. You’ve even asked your 17-year-old child / grandchild whether words you used to […]