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I am an Australian working internationally as a freelance copywriter, tech writer, journo and editor. I am currently based in the UK and using my many years of experience to provide creative solutions to local and international companies.

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Religion & Spirituality > Religion & Spirituality (Other) Should the Bible continue to be used for swearing-in ceremonies and in courtrooms?: 3 of 254
Forget the politics of the matter; using the Bible as an assurance against perjury in court no longer holds the relevance it once did. Arguments about equality, about broadening the legal system to take in a range of spiritual beliefs, or about political correctness pale when simply compared to the truth of the nature of mode... More..
Arts & Humanities > Ethics Is committing suicide wrong: 4 of 107
The cultural idea that suicide is wrong is rarely very deeply examined. The concept that life is precious and should in no circumstance be wasted takes the forefront in every discussion of this issue, even when the 'suicides' are those suffering from a terminal illness.It doesn't take much to realise why this is so. The death... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Murder: 10 of 194
The blade goes in and I hear his gasp. Terrifying. Final.It is as if his soul is escaping in that one, rushed, outward breath. His eyes are fixed on mine, and I can see his pupils dilate, strangely, slowly, as his mouth opens and closes like a stunned fish.He drops to the ground, his movements sluggish, his limbs gently foldi... More..
Relationships & Family > Children & Divorce In divorce, should the father have equal custody rights to his children?: 6 of 110
Divorce is a terrible, stressful time for every member of the family, be they parents, children or broader family. Be in no doubt: a divorce will have a negative impact on the children of the marriage. The question is, how do you reduce the impact the split will have on the children?Traditionally, decisions on custody reflect... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: Remembering a wonderful teacher: 2 of 35

His name was John Snell, and I had known him all my life.I'm not sure how old he was when he died - he couldn't have been much more than 50. In the small town that was my home town, social connections are all over the place, so as well as being one of the few teachers who spent their entire career with the town's high school,... More..
Arts & Humanities > British Literature Literary analysis: Harry Potter, literary insult or revolutionary tale: 1 of 16
The Harry Potter books landed on the literary world kind of like a nuclear bomb. The series was carefully created in a sheltered environment (a cafe) with the help of lots of caffeine, lobbed at an unsuspecting public, and ignited. The result was a breathtaking mushroom cloud which hung in the literary sky for mere moments be... More..
Entertainment > TV Networks & Industry Should TV be allowed to show adverts aimed at children?: 1 of 16
Advertising is a daily annoyance for everyone in our world, one that gets worse every year. As the effects of the latest marketing craze wear off, advertisers search for the next new way to get into our brains and make us buy. Meanwhile, the existing forms of ads continue to appear in the background, unnoticed by our advertis... More..
Pets & Animals > Rabbits Assessing the qualities of rabbits as pets: 1 of 10
Caring for your rabbitAs a new rabbit owner, or someone who is considering taking on a rabbit as a pet, there are several things that you need to consider. The first question should be, is a rabbit right for you?Rabbits are intelligent, affectionate pets who need as much attention and care as a cat or dog. Like their canine a... More..
Arts & Humanities > Theater & Drama Preparing for an audition: 2 of 19
Preparing for an audition is one of the more stressful things you can do as an actor. Forget opening night - by then, at least, there is the reassurance you have the job. Walking into an audition is a kind of acting ambush that you know is coming - and you know the odds are stacked against you.Yet, when you consider it, the t... More..
Pets & Animals > Rabbits Things you need to know before you adopt a rabbit: 2 of 16
If you are considering taking on a rabbit as a pet, there are several things that you need to consider. The first question should be, is a rabbit right for you?Rabbits are intelligent, affectionate pets who need as much attention and care as a cat or dog. Like their canine and feline colleagues, a rabbit tends to get depresse... More..