Monthly Archives: January 2023

Final Update – (Short Story)

Posted on January 31, 2023 by ashleymanningwriter

The following was originally published on ‘The Daily Update’ website on the 14th July 2025. I have copied it here verbatim: First Contact – written by Samantha Collins By this point, most of you know my name, although you didn’t before … Continue reading →

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Beastars – Volume Six – Manga Review

Posted on January 30, 2023 by ashleymanningwriter

The sixth volume of Beastars is a lot more relaxed than the previous volume. It starts with Legoshi admitting that he was the wolf that almost killed Haru, way back in the first volume. There’s surprisingly little fallout with that … Continue reading →

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The Fabelmans – Film Review

Posted on January 29, 2023 by ashleymanningwriter

Director: Steven Spielberg Writers: Steven Spielberg and Tony Kushner Starring: Michelle Williams, Paul Dano, Seth Rogen, Gabriel LaBelle, Judd Hirsch Rating: ★★★★ Steven Spielberg’s latest film, The Fabelmans, is the most personal film he’s ever made. The story, written by … Continue reading →

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You People – Film Review

Posted on January 28, 2023 by ashleymanningwriter

Director: Kenya Barris Writers: Kenya Barris and Jonah Hill Starring: Jonah Hill, Lauren London, David Duchovny, Nia Long, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Eddie Murphy I was quite looking forward to You People, the new Netflix rom com starring Jonah Hill (who also … Continue reading →

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Magic in London: Whistling – Part Six

Posted on January 27, 2023 by ashleymanningwriter

Catch up on Magic in London here: https://ashleymanning.com/magic-in-london/ Chuck carried Toby out into the grounds and placed him on the floor beneath a tree at the end of the clearing opposite the building. His arms ached as he carried the … Continue reading →

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