Raymond G. Taylor
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Author living in Kent, England. Writer of short stories and poems in a wide range of genres, forms and styles. A non-fiction writer for 40+ years. Subjects include art, history, science, business, law, and the human condition.
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When Nigel met Ronald
Long, long ago, in a land far away... Well, actually, not that long ago and in a land quite close to here... there lived a foolish man called Nigel, who had a really clever, and incredibly beautiful, daughter called Billion. Nigel's daughter Billion had gorgeous golden-blond hair and was a mathematical genius. She was also a professor of astrophysics at the prestigious University of Fingerinhoe in Essex, England (er... yes, that is a real place... although it doesn't really have a university. Call it poetic licence).
By Raymond G. Taylor12 months ago in Fiction
Still time to rewrite a legend?
If, like me, you often leave off writing your brilliant entry to a Vocal challenge to the last few days, you may be wondering how to complete your Legends Rewritten draft in time. Perhaps you haven't even started yet. Here is a top-ten list of hints, tips and cheats. Don't tell everyone...
By Raymond G. Taylor12 months ago in Writers
Fear and the forest
Father had promised her a day of adventure but what did she get? An afternoon at the playground by the woods. Parking the big motorcar he loved so much, he wouldn't even come to push her on the swings. He just lit up another cigarette and read his newspaper, sitting behind the wheel.
By Raymond G. Taylor12 months ago in Fiction
Seven deadly virtues
Not only is Conclave a superbly entertaining movie to watch, it also provides a timely example of how to make the most of subplot and byplay. I can’t begin to explain exactly how this was achieved but am delighted to know that writer Peter Straughan has been nominated for the best adaption Oscar. The story is based on the book by Robert Harris, which I have not read.
By Raymond G. Taylor12 months ago in Writers
Paintress paint thyself
There is an old party game where guests are challenged to name five women artists off the top of their head. Try it, without checking, and you will know what I mean. Did your list include Freda Kahlo? Now try restricting your answers to 17th, 18th or even 19th centuries. It's a long time since I have heard anyone say "None of the great artists were women" but this phrase does spring to mind.
By Raymond G. Taylor12 months ago in Art
