These are the five stories I wrote and published on the blog in the year 2020 that I am personally most proud of. The ones that still resonate with me. The ones that don't make me cringe and think "Well, that was definitely dashed off in five minutes."
Death Blooming
In the center of the plaza, Cara watched the glass flower flutter.It was the last of its kind. The last living thing from that world, gleaming and beautiful. Everything else had burned.
Announcement – “The Undying Truth”
Big Finish News Story In exciting news, I have an upcoming audio drama from the amazing Big Finish productions starring Lisa Bowerman as Bernice Summerfield and David Warner as the Unbound Doctor. From the news story: "When I found out I'd won I was shocked and thrilled. It was a real honour as a Doctor... Continue Reading →
An Apology and a Refresh
I apologize for yet another long absence – I was engaged in a project that took a lot of my writing time and my energy. My hope is to rejuvenate the blog a little and to that end I have updated the theme and tweaked the "About" and "Published Stories" pages that have been long... Continue Reading →
Fruit of the Lonely Tree
There was a tree that grew music. In spring, it sprouted symphonies. March overtures became triumphant swellings by May. On a mild April day, the melodies shamed the birds to silence. In summer, the music continued, but it seemed to most that it was dimmer, paler. Not a patch on its earlier stuff, most people... Continue Reading →
Today’s Bargains
Buy one breathing mask, get one free for a child or family member! Get 20% off your next radiation treatment! Offers not valid in cities under martial law, territories outside the Protective Zone, or available to any citizen considered "non-desirable." This is for Three Line Tales. Thanks to Sonya for running the challenge and Artem... Continue Reading →
Announcements
First of all, I want to apologize for the lack of activity over the past month. A combination of work, lack of energy, and writer's block led to the least productive writing month of my life. Hopefully I can get things back on track for the New Year. Secondly, I'm excited to announce the publication... Continue Reading →
Doctor Who Discussions – Alan Cumming Had Fun and So Did We (The Witchfinders)
Jaden C. Kilmer and J.A. Prentice discuss The Witchfinders!
Doctor Who Discussion – In Which We Debate Politics (Kerblam!)
Jaden C. Kilmer and J.A. Prentice discuss Kerblam! and rumours about the future of Doctor Who.
The Trees at World’s End
Nobody would watch the sheep at World's End. They knew what happened to those who stood too close to the fence under an unfriendly moon. But the Chief's sheep wouldn't watch themselves. And a Chief without sheep was no chief, not in those days. When the stranger came looking for a job, it seemed both... Continue Reading →
