Politics plays a large role in many of my stories, though to varying extents. I often take the opportunity to explore a number of political concepts through how characters interact with them through the story. Equality, equity and freedom are... Continue Reading →
I’m sure we all know the trope that is the case with most action movies these days. Most movies in general, actually. Books, too. The guy gets the girl and goes in for the Big Kiss at the end. Or…... Continue Reading →
At the moment, I'm planning on joining the Australian Army Reserve (yes, Army 'Lite'). This means, as you might imagine, that I have to become a lot fitter than I am now. As a part of this, there is a... Continue Reading →
Yesterday I turned the grand old age of twenty-three. Leading up to the day, I continued to have mixed feelings about the nature of birthdays in general, particularly how they are contemporarily celebrated. Something that I have grown to inexplicably... Continue Reading →
I personally find myself enthralled by the many great tales of the world that have been passed down through history fact and fiction, great stories are perhaps one of my greatest obsessions. Those who know me well can attest to... Continue Reading →
Racism has been a hot topic for over a hundred years throughout most of the world, and continues to remain a big issue today. Even countries generally considered to be some of the most advanced and civilised have had massive... Continue Reading →
At a recent local writing event, I had the opportunity to discuss my novel with a group of (significantly more experienced) writers. We talked about our writing projects and how we are going, with one of them asking me about... Continue Reading →
So this is a post that isn't entirely writing-related, but everything I write here is still LIFE-related, so bear with me. I'm a bit obsessive with my thoughts at times, sometimes overthinking a single point to the point of... ridiculosity.... Continue Reading →
Sleep is something I’ve virtually always had issues with. For starters, I’m a very light sleeper, often requiring almost total silence if I’m going to be able to get some rest at night. At worst, I can manage with white... Continue Reading →
Alexander McMahon 