Books and Stories by Voinks the author
One of the great things about the writing community is the opportunity to meet and share with others. This includes not only authors but designers, bloggers, IT experts, film makers and penguins. As an author I sometimes wonder if the hours and stresses of coming up with something new every week are really worthwhile, then …
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A writers’ group meeting can be a great source of inspiration for a new story, although in this instance the usual disclaimer ‘This is a work of fiction’ might be appropriate. 😀 Is there anything more inspiring than the majestic sight of pure white doves soaring into the blue sky? When the service finished, I …
As often happens when I'm chatting to fellow authors, I got encouraged to extend two throw-away lines into a short story. Obviously cupcakes lead to exciting adventures so this was the result. In case you're wondering, I was told I had to include 'sausages.' ‘You know what? I’m tired of working here; I think it’s …
This is the first part of a two-part story to be continued next week. It's a change from my usual light-hearted tales and does have a serious message. Warning: This story contains sexual content and swearing, and might not be suitable for children. Despite the reputation of the swinging sixties it was not always the …
I saw an article from a geological magazine about stones and rocks. Realising how little I knew about the subject, I did some research and was amazed at the varied uses and importance of this inanimate object. I’m just a stone- nothing important. Yet I’m used to make a wall, providing protection from the elements, the rain, …
This was a story I wrote a year or so ago from the prompt 'Love is Blind.' I don’t know why Paula was so nervous. She was a beautiful girl who loved meeting new people, and had such a radiant personality everyone was immediately drawn to her. As her best friend I had spent …
Writing can be one of the loneliest professions. Even if we're not stuck away in the proverbial attic our quill pens or laptops are not the friendliest of company. Luckily the 'family' of authors are one of the most supportive groups I've ever come across. Having been there, done that and bought the printing paper …
