In my time, I’ve read lots of books in lots of genres and styles. But one I haven’t read much of is horror. I’ve been intrigued by it for ages, after having read and loved Edgar Allan Poe. And yes, I know he’s not strictly horror, more fantastical or supernatural than anything, but if you’re… Continue reading Loving HP Lovecraft
Author: Sarah
A visually impaired science fiction and fantasy writer who loves music, mythology, and plays the clarinet. Had one short story and eleven flashes published both in print and online. A work in progress, improving my mental health one story at a time.
Pagan Pathways
Over the past year or so, I’ve slowly become more pagan, following Norse traditions into pathways of peace. For me, paganism has many similarities with meditation, and I often combine the two. Because Norse paganism is about revering and respecting nature, worshipping water, or finding a sacred grove where you can sit and meditate, breathe… Continue reading Pagan Pathways
Changes
I always struggle with change. Perhaps because my sight changes and never brings anything good, the prospect of change makes me nervous, worrying it will turn out bad or wrong. Recently, I had to buy a new pair of headphones, as the sound from my usual pair had gone. But the company didn’t make that… Continue reading Changes
Loving Lego
I love lego. Its such a haven of creativity, and colour. It’s a land where anything is possible, where there are no limits and you can achieve wonders. Its so colourful, with builds big and bold enough to see. It casts a spell ovwr me, for it fills me with wonder, and awe, for every… Continue reading Loving Lego
Happy Things
Today is the International day of happiness. So instead of talking about sight loss or insomnia, today I will talk about the things that make me happy. 1. Writing. Writing always makes me happy, and improves my mental health with every word. I’m never filled with more joy and delight and wonder as when my… Continue reading Happy Things
World Sleep Day
Tomorrow is World Sleep Day, and I’m not sure how to feel about it. I’ve struggled with insomnia since 2012. And even before that, as a child, sleep was something I was never very good at. Back then, teachers and professionals and doctors would say it was just a phase, and even my mum suggested… Continue reading World Sleep Day
A New Way to Play
I’ve been playing my clarinet for a long time. Its something I love, and always will. But in the past few years, I’ve begun losing my sight. And it makes reading sheet music a challenge, that only gets worse. For my eyes can’t make out details, and minims in particular are a nightmare, too thin… Continue reading A New Way to Play
My Cane Journey
Recently, I bought a new long cane. And its been transforming my life. And I love it. And I wish I’d done it sooner. I struggle with night blindness. Its something that has got worse over the last couple of years. Essentially, the world vanishes in front of me at night, becoming a blurry misted… Continue reading My Cane Journey
The Essential Insomnia Guide
So you’ve tried all the usual tips for insomnia, but you still can’t sleep. You toss and turn, or wake for no reason. Are you looking for some new tricks to help you sleep? Well here are some new things to try, from someone who knows insomnia, and some pieces of advice. I’ve been living… Continue reading The Essential Insomnia Guide
The Flash Fiction Festival
Last weekend, I went to the Flash Fiction Festival, and it was incredible. It’s an annual writing event in Bristol, where we talk and celebrate all things flash, attend workshops, eat cake, and drink a lot of caffeine. I’ve been a couple of times before, but this year’s was the best. It was super accessible,… Continue reading The Flash Fiction Festival