Just finished reading Lamb by Christopher Moore, a comedic retelling of Jesus' life through the eyes of his irreverent childhood pal, Biff. Imagine Monty Python's Life of Brian or Mel Brooks' History of the World Part 1 and you'll get the idea. I laughed out loud through most of it, and I really enjoyed the... Continue Reading →
Currently, I am reading Neil Gaiman's The Sandman, a series of graphic novels by the author of American Gods, Coraline, and Stardust, the last two of which were made into movies. If you've seen his films, you really get an idea as to the author's mind---he's the kind of writer bursting with creativity and who... Continue Reading →
by Nick Alimonos Once there was a man named Fred who worked as a file clerk at the law firm of Eumus & Kant. Fred was a typical man, of typical height and appearance. His upbringing was typical, as he was raised by typical parents who taught him the typical things. The school he went to... Continue Reading →
The first thing I noticed about The Catcher in the Rye was the cover; the back flap is identical to the front, title and all. There are no reviews from critics. No description to lure you into picking the book off the shelf. I found this refreshing, considering the usual nonsense publishers insist on—getting critics... Continue Reading →
Thangar and the princess returned to his castle. A large welcome was held for her and Thangar's safe return, with a large feast and song and dance, joy and happiness. Then one day, a great sadness came over the land. "Thangar . . ." the princess asked, ". . . where art Sint, my nobleman?""I am sorry,... Continue Reading →
Author's Notes: No thoughts tonight---just read the exciting conclusion!Thangar 2Chapter 8Thangar was more equipped than ever because he now had two power swords and a gold, magical medallion. He pressed forward to his goal, Zarack's Throne Room, with great anger, slashing the large door in front of him and fearlessly entering."It's over, Zarack! Your time... Continue Reading →
Author's Note: Writer's write. That's what we do to survive, to make sense of life, to find meaning in an otherwise meaningless existence. For many people out in Internet land, it may seem like a waste of time to keep posting something nobody responds to. Long before the Internet existed, I was writing to no one in... Continue Reading →
Author's Notes: Not much to say here except this chapter contains my favorite line from the story. I won't tell you what it is . . . but it sure made me laugh! Just look for the italicized sentence. Thangar IIChapter 6Deep in the heart of the castle was Zarack's Imperial Throne Room. Sint and Thangar... Continue Reading →
Author's Notes: Am I crazy? Why am I doing this, showing the world my very worst work? You don't see J.K. Rowling publishing her work as an 11 year old, even though she professes to have been writing since age six. I honestly don't have a good answer for that. I consider this a kind... Continue Reading →
Author's Notes: One thing I can't stand is when people get excited about reading my work. They practically beg me. When I was growing up, everyone just assumed I was some kind of genius. Either that, or they hoped to learn some dirty secret about the inner workings of my mind. Despite repeating that my story... Continue Reading →
The Art of Storytelling 
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