My review weblog...

HOO-HAA · 03 August, 2010, 06:43:51 PM

So, I've decided to use my website wordpress blog for reviewing genre books/ comics/ films etc that I enjoy alongside providing updates on my own writing.

To kick us off, I've got a review of the wonderful The Thief of Broken Toys by Tim Lebbon. Tim's agreed to do an interview some time soon. Until then, grab yourself a copy of this novella. It's a cracker!

REVIEW:

The Thief of Broken Toys is a novella that charts the journey of central character, Ray as he tries to come to terms with the grief of losing a child. The setting is a small, costal village in Wales with its rural backdrop providing a suitably minimalist canvas to paint this heart-breaking yet simple tale upon. Most of the focus remains on Ray and his relationship with his deceased child, Toby, and estranged wife, Elizabeth. Ray still lives alone in the family home, while Elizabeth finds comfort in the arms of his best friend, Jason. Toby's room remains exactly the same as the boy left it, with his box of broken toys (all of which Ray promised to fix but never did) providing the major plot device for the story...

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HOO-HAA · 11 August, 2010, 08:42:34 PM

Some great interviews coming up for my weblog - Colin MacNeill (2000AD), Stephen Downey (Cancertown, Torchwood Magazine), JD Gillam (Sci-Fi Now), Jenni Hill (Solaris/ Abaddon Books), Tim Lebbon (Beserk, 30 Days of Night), Emma Barnes (Snowbooks), David Moody (Hater, Dog Blood) and more! Follow the link in my signatue then choose the yellow RSS Feed icon to ensure you don't miss anything!

HOO-HAA · 12 August, 2010, 10:41:05 AM

My first weblog interview is with Belfast-based artist, Stephen Downey(Cancertown, Torchwood Magazine). Go get it!

http://tariqsarwar.net/wsnet/?p=131

Pete Wells · 12 August, 2010, 01:48:03 PM

Blimey, congratulations Wayne, I'm off to read it now!

HOO-HAA · 12 August, 2010, 03:10:36 PM

Hope you enjoy it, Pete!

Oh, and if anyone wants to link any of my interviews/ features to their own blogs, feel free!

HOO-HAA · 01 September, 2010, 08:08:52 PM

Next up in my series of weblog interviews is Mr Dan Henk, perhaps the finest horror realism tattoo artist working today. Dan is also a keen sci-fi writer and his new manuscript, By Demons Driven, would make a fine catch for any publisher. A great read!

Click the link below to read the interview:

http://tariqsarwar.net/wsnet/?p=156

Colin YNWA · 02 September, 2010, 08:49:22 AM

How have I missed this? Interesting blog, though you shouldn't introduce someone as a tattoo artist and then show that picture. In my blirry sleep reduced state I wondered for a second... is that... and then reality kicked back in!

HOO-HAA · 02 September, 2010, 11:36:35 AM

Quote from: Colin_YNWA on 02 September, 2010, 08:49:22 AM
How have I missed this? Interesting blog, though you shouldn't introduce someone as a tattoo artist and then show that picture. In my blirry sleep reduced state I wondered for a second... is that... and then reality kicked back in!

haha! Cheers, Colin - glad you enjoyed the interview. Dan's a great guy. Scored myself a nice tattoo from him at the recent Liverpool con.

HOO-HAA · 08 September, 2010, 10:02:38 PM

New interview on my weblog: Mr Simon Logan, author of the most excellent KATJA FROM THE PUNK BAND (Chizine Publications). Go grab it!

http://tariqsarwar.net/wsnet/?p=177

HOO-HAA · 13 September, 2010, 09:24:28 PM

New weblog interview posted: Mr Wrath James White, author of The Resurrectionist (Leisure Books). Go get it!

http://tariqsarwar.net/wsnet/?p=185

HOO-HAA · 05 October, 2010, 06:25:11 PM

New weblog interview with 2000AD artist, PJ HOLDEN!

http://tariqsarwar.net/wsnet/?p=195

IAMTHESYSTEM · 05 October, 2010, 08:31:34 PM

Lot's of art stuff to look forward too from PJ Holden.

HOO-HAA · 23 October, 2010, 09:32:48 AM

My latest weblog interview is with Snowbooks' Anna Torborg !! Find out what life's like from the perspective of an editor and slush pile reader! Check it out!

http://waynesimmons.org/blog/?p=184

HOO-HAA · 17 November, 2010, 04:22:49 PM

Check out my latest weblog interview - Jenni Jill, Junior Editor with Solaris/ Abaddon Books. Thanks to Jenni for taking the time out of her busy schedule!

http://waynesimmons.org/blog/?p=198

HOO-HAA · 18 November, 2010, 01:17:21 PM

I'm guest blogging today at Simon Marshall-Jones' wonderful RAMBLINGS OF A TATTOO HEAD. Check out my own ramblings on the subject of ... tattoos! Oh, and my fothcoming Snowbooks release, DROP DEAD GORGEOUS.

http://simonmarshalljones.wordpress.com/2010/11/18/guest-blog-wayne-simmons/

Oh, and the next weblog interview for you? Yep, Mr Colin MacNeill.

Coming soon...