Fiction
Short fiction and novel extracts across various styles and genres. Speculative fiction, prose, and humour.
The Benley Acquisition
Seventeen year-old Jason has work experience with Entice Events. His first project is working on The Benley Acquisition account. Comic send-up of Australian regional shire councils.
Stillborn
A man is sent by Mother to the site of a parallel universe experiment in a hospital ward. His mission is to monitor the behaviour of its caretaker, Rachel, who has become increasingly unorthodox. Speculative / Fantasy / Sci-fi short story written and first published in 1999.
The Fracture
Award-winning prose fantasy told through the voice of a neglected seven-year-old. Set in a travelling carnival, it’s a world in which the children are the adults and the adults are the children. First published 1997, later 2007.
The 45 Minute Chair
Henry makes a joyous discovery after transitioning to retirement. In the ambient ‘As Much As You Like’ restaurant, he takes his hard copy novel and determines to take them up on their offer.