Tag Archives: Writing

What I’ve Been Playing Recently

Posted on February 2, 2023 by ashleymanningwriter

When I haven’t been reading or writing, I’ve spent most of my free time playing Yakuza Kiwami 2. I’ve really enjoyed the Yakuza/Like a Dragon games I have played and am slowly making my way through them all. I played … Continue reading →

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The Book Pile – Feb 2023

Posted on February 1, 2023 by ashleymanningwriter

January is over, which both seemed to go quickly and slowly at the same time and we’re on to February. Before we get to the main post, I just wanted to share my latest short story that I published yesterday. … Continue reading →

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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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