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Short Story – ‘Mood Lighting’

Posted on June 20, 2020 by J. S. Collyer

Good morning, all. And happy weekend! Hope all is well with you and yours. As promised, here is a brand new short story. Another bittersweet SciFi/Spec ficlet, just over 1000 words. A reflection one what the future might hold, both … Continue reading →

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New Short Story – ‘The Visitor’

Posted on March 27, 2020 by J. S. Collyer

Good afternoon, good folks. First, another quick check-in. How are we all doing? Thinking of anyone and everyone at this peculiar and unsettling time. Just remember, wash your hands, stick to the rules, check in on ALL friends and relatives, … Continue reading →

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Harvey Duckman Presents – Vol 2 OUT NOW

Posted on August 20, 2019 by J. S. Collyer

‘Harvey Duckman presents the second in a series of collected works of suspense and mystery in the genres of science fiction, fantasy, horror and steampunkery… This anthology features work by exciting new voices in speculative fiction, including both established authors and previously … Continue reading →

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Christmas Ghost Story – The Highwayman, Part 5

Posted on December 24, 2018 by J. S. Collyer

Happy Christmas Eve, everyone! I hope everyone has had a wonderful run-up to the Big Day and my most sincere and wonderful wishes to you for Christmas Day tomorrow. May your day be Merry, however you choose to spend it. … Continue reading →

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Christmas Ghost Story – Sneak Preview

Posted on December 4, 2018 by J. S. Collyer

Greetings all and the very best of the budding season to you. Those of you that have followed me for a while know I like ghost stories at all times of year, but even more when the nights are drawing … Continue reading →

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It’s the most story-filled time of the year

Posted on December 5, 2017 by J. S. Collyer

One of my favourite things about Christmas is the stories associated with it. It’s a time when we all re-visit many of their favourite stories, films and books. The comforting familiarity of these classics that, for many of us, have been with … Continue reading →

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Halloween Short Story: ‘Baba Yaga’ Part 1

Posted on October 31, 2015 by J. S. Collyer

Happy All Hallows, my friends! Last week a launched a poll for the subject matter of a Halloween short story. The choices were: a haunted space ship, a cursed lunchbox or a stranger at the party. Of course, everyone chose … Continue reading →

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Publication Announcement: Short Story ‘New Tricks’ to be featured in Crime and Punishment, Spec Fic anthology

Posted on October 30, 2015 by J. S. Collyer

Greetings fellow fiction, scifi and book fans! First off, WOW. Thanks SO much to everyone who has already grabbed a copy of Haven, book 2 in the Orbit Series that was released on Sat, and already fed back some wonderful … Continue reading →

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Teaser Friday – Excerpt from new SciFi Short Story ‘New Tricks’

Posted on May 22, 2015 by J. S. Collyer

Greetings everyone and happy Friday to you all! To celebrate the weekend rolling round with a cheeky little Bank Holiday attached, here’s an excerpt from a current WIP. This short story, currently titled ‘New Tricks’, is hopefully destined for an … Continue reading →

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Brand New #FlashForFriday – ‘Life Cycle’

Posted on January 16, 2015 by J. S. Collyer

Happy Friday, everyone! I know it’s been a while, but here we have a shiny new piece of fiction for Friday! Check out my Flash Fiction page for past pieces of Flash Fiction fashioned for Friday fun (try and say that … Continue reading →