Writing
Found below are some samples of personal writing projects in script, prose and game text format. Ranging from intense supernatural horrors through to quirky off-beat science fiction pieces, they are intended to showcase my skills and personality in short form, although I am currently working on expanding some of these ideas into more comprehensive written pieces.
‘We Are Spared Hell’
“Know yourself, avoid bad company, and stand firm.”
An ostracised nun, a traumatised orphan, both trying to survive a country torn apart by war. Against the backdrop of religious persecution and destruction, their parallel stories will intertwine as they each navigate the cruel machinations of men and a mysterious apocalyptic prophesy. With the time for miracles now passed, how far can their faith be tested, and what promises will they make to survive?
Spacewalker in an Antique Land
“Soon enough you’ll be a star yourself, a twinkle in the night sky…”
The first human to venture to the edge of the galaxy, Abigail feels the weight of expectation and the fear of the unknown. And now, sitting alone at her journey’s end, she is left alone with only her thoughts, and the remnants of what came before.
Project Umbra
“And DO remember, take a moment everyday to look outside and enjoy that spectacular view!”
It’s been ten years since the scientific expedition on Proxima Centauri c first established base. And three years since they went silent. That station has waited in equilibrium, in a state of mystery ever since – in a state of total darkness. Now it’s time to turn the lights on, and uncover the truth of what happened to the crew of Project Umbra.
Dancing Machines
“It is erratic… it is… inconsistent… illogical even. They are… are… Dancing!”
In the year 2048, David Dubois is a former robot expert called in by the enigmatic Penniworth Toy Packaging Company to investigate an outbreak of a virus amongst their synthetic workforce that causes the robots to dance. As he tries to stop the virus spreading and uncover its cause, he soon begins to wonder about the broader scientific and philosophical questions the machines raise.