Tag Archives: Author

A Small Update

Posted on September 4, 2022 by ashleymanningwriter

Writing has been a little slow for the last couple of weeks, but I’m planning on getting back on track starting tomorrow. I’ve still done bits here and there, but not as much as in previous weeks. I’ve started a … Continue reading →

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Illuminations by Alan Moore – Extract Review

Posted on August 28, 2022 by ashleymanningwriter

Thank you Bloomsbury for the advance extract of this collection I’m a massive Alan Moore fan, having read most of his work, and was very excited when his short story collection was originally announced around 18 months ago. I pre-ordered … Continue reading →

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Ordinary Monsters by J. M. Miro – Book Review

Posted on August 21, 2022 by ashleymanningwriter

Ordinary Monsters by J. M. Miro is a historical fantasy set during the Victorina era. It follows a group of children who all have special abilities, known as talents. Each one of them is special, with powers ranging from healing … Continue reading →

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Writing, Reading, and some Watching

Posted on August 19, 2022 by ashleymanningwriter

Hello again everyone, Last week I published my short story ‘Best Friends Forever’, and have received some good feedback. If you haven’t read it, please check it out here and let me know what you think: https://ashleymanning.com/2022/08/11/best-friends-forever-short-story/ I’ve started working … Continue reading →

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Elbert by John G. Dyer – Book Review

Posted on August 18, 2022 by ashleymanningwriter

Synopsis: In 1928 South Dakota, a furry, foxlike woman tells Doctor Elbert Harrison an extraordinary secret — Sasquatch are from outer space. Their aim is commerce. They’re not here to make trouble. An elderly veteran of the American Civil War, … Continue reading →

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