Tag Archives: writer

‘Celebrity’ Fucking Authors

Posted on October 15, 2020 by Mark Hayes

Its October, the leaves are falling, the witches are abroad, and I’ve opened the blog up to guest writers again. Yes its Indie October. Throughout October some old favourites among my guests will be returning along with some new voices. … Continue reading →

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The Unlimited Question…

Posted on October 13, 2020 by Mark Hayes

I frequent my fair share of authors forums, both live chat get togethers and on things like twitter and Facebook. In these forums a question that comes up fairly often from newer authors is whether or not it is worth … Continue reading →

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Linkin Park, the Thieves’ Guild and why I was so angry in 2007

Posted on October 13, 2020 by Mark Hayes

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Is your work product or art?

Posted on October 7, 2020 by Mark Hayes

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The Suggestion Of A Monster

Posted on October 6, 2020 by Mark Hayes

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Managers took my power circle

Posted on October 1, 2020 by Mark Hayes

Its October, the leaves are falling, the witches are abroad, and I’ve opened the blog up to guest writers again. Yes its Indie October. Throughout October some old favorites among my guests will be returning along with some new voices. … Continue reading →

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Harvey the website

Posted on September 17, 2020 by Mark Hayes

I have, you may of noticed, been extolling the virtues of Harvey Duckman for a couple of years now. I will admit some personal interest as I have stories in every edition. But if that’s not enough to tempt you, … Continue reading →

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Pirates of Harvey 10

Posted on September 17, 2020 by Mark Hayes

Avast M’hearties Pirate Day be a’coming. So batten down y’hatches. Splice the main sails. Steer with the wind, and damn y’eyes, for that callow cove Captain Duckman will keel haul the lot of y’ if y’nay pay him some mind… … Continue reading →