Tag Archives: Books

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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Best Friends Forever – Short Story

Posted on August 11, 2022 by ashleymanningwriter

Ruffles the Bear went everywhere with Melissa. He sat next to her in the backseat on the way to school, stayed hidden away in her bag during lessons, and even sat on her lap during mealtimes. She took him to … Continue reading →

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More Updates

Posted on August 8, 2022 by ashleymanningwriter

Happy Monday everyone. I hope you’ve had a good weekend. I thought it was time for another little update. First things first, Blossoms of the Apocalypse is currently sitting at 23,000 words. Just under half way through. Still going easy, … Continue reading →

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Where the Crawdads Sing – Film Review

Posted on August 7, 2022 by ashleymanningwriter

Director: Olivia Newman Writer: Lucy Alibar Starring: Daisy Edgar-Jones, Taylor John Smith, Harris Dickinson, Michael Hyatt, Sterling Macer Jr., David Strathairn Rating: ★★★★ Where the Crawdads Sing is written by Lucy Alibar and directed by Olivia Newman, and is based … Continue reading →

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