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The poem explores themes of repetition, disillusionment, mortality, and a search for meaning. It captures a sense of inner turmoil, confusion, and a fractured sense of self in a fragmented and introspective manner. Read More

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Book / Fantasy

April 27, 2023

Ever since our ancestors came down from the trees it looks like we’ve had thoughts about going back! Trees, both actual and metaphorical, can be our protection, our comfort and our inspiration. The trees of myth have informed our religions and philosophies. Trees, and the wild nature of which they… Read More
This story is now included in a collection of short stories called 'Tales from a Distant Shore: REVISED EDITION' and available here (USA): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BW27P8GJ?ref_=ast_author_ofdp And here (UK): https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0BW27P8GJ/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vamf_tkin_p1_i2 Read More

Short Story / Other

April 09, 2023

Reads: 56

Comments: 1

The Booksie Classic House

A life model ponders the meaning of nudity, relationships and enchantment. This story is now included in a collection of short stories called 'Wild Body Wild Nature' and available here (USA): https://www.amazon.com/Wild-Body-Nature-REVISED/dp/B0BXNHDFGJ/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= And here (UK): https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0BXNHDFGJ/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_tu00_p1_i1 Read More
this is a little collection of stories where i keep my own voice hidden. the themes they touch on are the big important questions in life. why do we try to do anything in the world? what are the critical things we need to do to make the world better?… Read More

Short Story / Other

December 20, 2022

Reads: 95

Comments: 1

The Booksie Classic House

A magical tree offers possible glimpses of wisdom. View an animation based on this story here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GiBHtTDQRgQ The story is included in a collection of short stories, 'Dreamtree',which can be purchased in paperback form here (USA): https://www.amazon.com/Dreamtree-Tom-Wallace/dp/B0C2RVLSYN/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= And here (UK): https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dreamtree-Tom-Wallace/dp/B0C2RVLSYN/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Read More
Lessons in life's purpose from Ecclesiastes. Read More
Resting in a hammock, high up in a tree, some reflections on the nature of pleasure. The story is included in a collection of short stories, 'Dreamtree',which can be purchased in paperback form here (USA): https://www.amazon.com/Dreamtree-Tom-Wallace/dp/B0C2RVLSYN/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= And here (UK): https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dreamtree-Tom-Wallace/dp/B0C2RVLSYN/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Read More
Resting amongst sunflowers on a summer's day leads to thoughts about desire and pleasure. The story is included in a collection of short stories, 'Dreamtree',which can be purchased in paperback form here (USA): https://www.amazon.com/Dreamtree-Tom-Wallace/dp/B0C2RVLSYN/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= And here (UK): https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dreamtree-Tom-Wallace/dp/B0C2RVLSYN/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Read More

Short Story / Other

November 30, 2022

Reads: 114

Comments: 1

The Booksie Classic House

If a forest could speak, what might it tell us.... The story is included in a collection of short stories, 'Dreamtree',which can be purchased in paperback form here (USA): https://www.amazon.com/Dreamtree-Tom-Wallace/dp/B0C2RVLSYN/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= And here (UK): https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dreamtree-Tom-Wallace/dp/B0C2RVLSYN/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Read More

Short Story / Fantasy

November 30, 2022

Reads: 119

Comments: 1

The Booksie Classic House

Beneath the ground there's a lot going on. The underground network is trying to tell us something.... The story is included in a collection of short stories, 'Dreamtree',which can be purchased in paperback form here (USA): https://www.amazon.com/Dreamtree-Tom-Wallace/dp/B0C2RVLSYN/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= And here (UK): https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dreamtree-Tom-Wallace/dp/B0C2RVLSYN/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Read More
A solitary tree shares her thoughts on humans and forests.... The story is included in a collection of short stories, 'Dreamtree',which can be purchased in paperback form here (USA): https://www.amazon.com/Dreamtree-Tom-Wallace/dp/B0C2RVLSYN/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= And here (UK): https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dreamtree-Tom-Wallace/dp/B0C2RVLSYN/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Read More
Sitting alone in the wood, you might just catch a conversation amongst the leaves and branches... An audio version of this story is available on Youtube here: https://youtu.be/HPQq_TGN3vI The story is included in a collection of short stories, 'Dreamtree',which can be purchased in paperback form here (USA): https://www.amazon.com/Dreamtree-Tom-Wallace/dp/B0C2RVLSYN/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= And here… Read More

Poem / Poetry

October 03, 2022

Reads: 307

Comments: 2

Shelves: 1

The Booksie Classic House

The main character Time doomed by his mother Fate to wander endlessly in flesh on earth faces the king of death hoping to free a mysterious princess trapped in Deaths magical mirror. Read More

Reads: 210

Comments: 2

The Booksie Classic House

I recently came across this poem that I wrote in 2010. At that point, I was still thoroughly ensconced in the corporate rat race. I’m delighted to say that six months after I wrote this poem I bailed from the corporate world and escaped to Hawaii for an intended one… Read More
I Can't See... Can you? Can Anyone? If so, then who? Read More

Poem / Romance

September 11, 2021

Reads: 246

Shelves: 1

The Booksie Classic House

A short poem reflecting on my struggle with depression and finding meaning in what I do as a creative person. Read More
Stygian: Adj; of or relating to the river Styx. Mysterious, dark. Read More

Book / Romance

January 22, 2021

do you believe in fate? that everything happens for a reason? that you meet the people you meet for a reason? hopefully by the end of this story...you’ll know the answers. fate is not just about two people meeting, it’s about the meaning of why they met. Read More
Daily Scribbles #5 If I was my own coach, what coaching would I give myself right now? Read More
Daily Scribbles #4 What helps me make the right decisions in my life? Read More
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