Essays

  • On Humour, Life and Literary Fools

    One evening not that long ago, I drove home to the rolling notes of an old song, the glowering sunset behind building rain clouds and the dusty smell of oilskin about me. I reveled (quite pathetically) in the tragic air of… Continue reading

    On Humour, Life and Literary Fools
  • WHEN THE MACHINE STOPS

    I have just discovered the beauty of long, silent drives; of hearing a friend’s voice; of reading to fill time, and it is all so luxurious. Simply put, I am in an unexplainable state of freedom. I gave up my… Continue reading

    WHEN THE MACHINE STOPS
  • THE TRUTH ABOUT STORY

    The truth about Story is really a fascinating adventure; it’s a grand scheme, testing the strength of our virtue and carrying us on – further up and further in.    Humans are a storied people. For thousands of years, we’ve… Continue reading

    THE TRUTH ABOUT STORY