Stories inspired by Genre Cinema and Pulp Paperbacks.
Spilt Latte Press First Book
Alice on the air
Out Now
Alice on the Air is a supernatural horror thriller where words have consequences, and responsibility is a matter of perspective.
Reflecting on finishing my first book for Spilt Latte Press, Alice on the Air, and how it signifies a new beginning.
A blog about what inspired me to finally start writing books after being a screenwriter for so long. Plus an update on Alice on the Air
A look at my relationship between reading and my creativity, along with an update on what i’ve been up to of late.
I look into my current writing process, and how it’s evolved over the years from Scriptwriter to Author.
I look at the reasons I write, from my personal enjoyment to the need for a creative outlet, and everything in-between.
A look at why i’ve been enjoying reading Dystopian novels recently, and what some of my favourites have been.
I look at managing the endless story idea a writer can have, and deciding whether they’re a blessing or a curse. Also an update on my own recent writing.
Having seen a few articles this last week about different rules or approaches to writing I address my opinion on them, and how as a self publishing author you can take control.
JOURNAL OF A COFFEE SHOP AUTHOR
The citizens of the Sunfield Expedition thought they’d found paradise, but everything looks more welcoming in beautiful daylight.
When Martha reluctantly accepts a box full of porcelain dolls at the charity shop her worst fears are soon realised.
When Warren Edison discovered a strange light in his field he had no idea it was about to change everything. A Science Fiction Short Story.
William’s late shift at the Picture Palace takes a bizarre turn when an unknown menacing film is projected onto the screen of the empty Movie Theatre
Rita’s about to have a long day she’s not ready for, but she knows she has to see it through.
When Cassie comes down stairs for a drink in the middle of the night she gets more than she bargained for, but then so does the Asshole Burglar…
After his shuttle is destroyed and Stern is left stranded on an asteroid with no hope of rescue he discovers his day can somehow get even worse.
SHORT STORIES
Like most my first experience with Killer Dolls was Child’s Play, but i’ve watched and read plenty since then, and look forward to more coming from the Killer Dolls subgenre in the future
While the majority of Killer Dolls are mindless killers, there were some before and after Chucky that differed from the early rules, like Fats and Tiffany.
Is there actually anything more terrifying than Dolls? How about… Killer Dolls. An introduction to the Killer Dolls subgenre.
An examination of the bizarre and ambitious structure of James Gunn’s 2025 Superman Movie. Part of my look into Story, Structure and Character.
A look at the reliability of Renton as our narrator in Transporting, and whether even a Reliable Narrator can be one hundred percent truthful. Part of my Story, Structure and Character Series.
A look at Anne Marie (Kate Bosworth) Temptation Vs Ambition Character arc in John Stockwell’s Blue Crush. Part of my Story, Structure, and Character Series
I share my experiences of Movie Theatre Horror through both what i’ve watched, and what I written. Also couldn’t help but discuss Movie Theatres in films in general.
I look at the role of Slashers in the Movie Theatre Horror subgenre using Witching Hour Theatre and Popcorn as examples.
A look at how the quintessential Movie Theatre Horror film Demons effectively uses its Cinematic Space in both a literally and figurative metaphorical sense.
There’s plenty of classic settings for Horror Movies, but one of my absolute favourites is the Movie Theatre itself.
ESSAYS
An update on what’s ahead as I change my Social Media and Content a little. Spoiler… It’s more writing.