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About fakedtales

I'm a writer, a podcaster, a reviewer of games. Here's where I share my own fiction and my encounters with other people's media.

Going Downstairs

Posted on April 25, 2011 by fakedtales

My second post-apocalyptic short story can be found, here. Have a good Easter.

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The Last Cigarette

Posted on April 17, 2011 by fakedtales

The first of a series of post-apocalyptic short stories set in and around the Brighton area, with the theme of “The people who were supposed to survive, didn’t.” This series was inspired by a dream I once had which inspired … Continue reading →

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My Father, The Monster

Posted on April 11, 2011 by fakedtales

My first biographical piece can be found here. Enjoy!

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Dude

Posted on April 3, 2011 by fakedtales

Tonight is a short one, even for a short story. This is the start of Script Frenzy, so I may only post short or old pieces for the next few weeks. Behold, Dude. Enjoy!

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Script Frenzy

Posted on April 1, 2011 by fakedtales

SCRIPT FRENZY   I love comics. That’s not going to be a surprise for anyone who knows me. One of my first memories is watching the Superman Motion Picture with my family. That’s probably one of the more telling and … Continue reading →

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The Old Woods

Posted on March 27, 2011 by fakedtales

A slight detour from comedy and into a dark, non-euclidean fairy tale. The Old Woods Enjoy!

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Looking for a Fight

Posted on March 20, 2011 by fakedtales

“What about him?” Mark pointed at a guy in a tracksuit and hoodie. “I’d rather he didn’t look like he could pull a knife on me, and it’s crowded.” “You’re just being picky now.” Looking for a Fight is this … Continue reading →

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Shelter

Posted on March 13, 2011 by fakedtales

Aptly-timed for a rainy weekend, this new story is “Shelter“. Enjoy!

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The Devil Demands Cupcakes

Posted on March 5, 2011 by fakedtales

New story! So the devil turns up at my door. “Hi,” I say. “Hello,” he says, smiling. “I’m the devil.” “I guessed. You’re not really doing much new with the look, are you?” “I demand a cupcake.” I look at … Continue reading →

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Welcome

Posted on March 5, 2011 by fakedtales

Welcome to Faked Tales. I’m an aspiring writer, with only a few role-playing adventure credits under my belt. My main focus is prose and I intend to use this site as a place to post some of my short fiction. … Continue reading →

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