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Foster Foster wanted him. He'd give anything to get him but what happened when he got his wish?

Christmas 2007. Carol's Christmas Tale - a variation on Charles Dickens' 'Scrooge'
Runt Chris always saw himself as a loser, until he met Dominic. But Dominic of course had other relationships and Chris wasn't part of them.
Chris A sequel to Runt. Chris's first real foray into the gay world. Can he trust Rick? And what about Dan?
Life on the Verge The story of Chris and Rick proceeds but not without its hiccups.
Playing Away More adventures of Chris, Rick, Dominic and Ken.
Words and Deeds Chris gets a new job, makes new friends and goes out on a date.
Alf's War Probably the last one in the series which includes 'Runt'. 'Chris', 'Life on the Verge', 'Playing Away' and 'Words and Deeds'.
Schroedinger's Cat There's nothing more strange than the world of quantum physics but when it's translated into the area of the 'real' world, it gets more and more difficult.
 

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After Edward When Edward died, Mark thought he'd never recover, never get through his grief.

Included in 'Charmed Lives' anthology, shortlisted finalist for Lambda Award 2006 / also nominated for the 2008 Stonewall Book Award

The Biter Bit Mark was the super stud, the 'One Night Stand' king. Then he met Gavin who wouldn't go away.

 

Candy The story of an innocent abroad in a wicked world (with some apologies to Voltaire, Thomas Hughes, Homer, and others for inspiration and occasionally for words.)

The Island. Starting off from R.M. Ballantyne's famous adventure story 'The Coral Island', here's my version.

Lost Time/Time Found It had happened in the past and Nick couldn't remember the details. An accident brings it all back. And then there's a sequel.

Not There Everyone in the family is at the Christmas festivities except Malcolm. Where is he? The answer's in the title.

Bad Ways Stephen's mother was always afraid he'd get into 'Bad Ways'. Naturally that made him all the more determined to do so. Triptych - Alex - A story in three parts about Garik and his relationships with Alex and Ken. Brian Rose – a re-writing of the old Brothers Grimm story 'Briar Rose' (in English called 'The Sleeping Beauty). Hope you find it amusing.
Lost Time/Time Found It had happened in the past and Nick couldn't remember the details. An accident brings it all back. And then there's a sequel. The Island. Starting off from R.M. Ballantyne's famous adventure story 'The Coral Island', here's my version. Badways Two boys with completely different upbringings, find they have something in common.
Moves in the Game It's all a big game from outside looking in. For those inside it can be good, or bad, or just terrible. Drowning When Mark rescued Toby from drowning it started a whole, new relationship, one which Mark had problems with. 

Basically Harry When young Harry gets 'gay-bashed', his friends decide to take retribution into their own hands.

Larry Spiver Larry is a successful novelist. But he risks his career and much more when he takes up with Clyde Thornton.

My Mother Said . . . but I never listened and look where it got me.

Doppelganger Everyone has a double, so they say. Here's what happened to Oliver when he met his. And see if it helped his love life. 
Having Fun After 'Virgin Airmen', Peter comes out of the forces and wants to find a boyfriend. Successes and failures abound. Dancing with the Moon The marriage was seen as made in Heaven but what about the best friend? Baldur Another old legend retold and brought up to date.
Mad Mitch. When Mitchell Brian Harvey McGuire breaks up with his partner and then falls over a body, it leads to an unexpected follow-up. Blackmail Someone is blackmailing James but who is it? School Story Love and tragedy in an English Public School
Born Again There's a strange affinity between Grant and Jerome, two sixth form students still at school. When it eventually comes out, the result is disturbing. Twelve Maidens  A ring of twelve mighty stones provide a setting for two lovers.

Mind Games He wakes up in hospital but who is he and what has happened?

Independent Review of Mind Games. Click here to read.

18 Year Olds Don't Cry When young Lucas is turned out from his home, where else can he go but on the streets? And then he meets Nick who says he will look after him.

'18 Year Olds Don't Cry' was awarded Best Short story by Gay Writers' Guild 2001.

Fedora - an affectionate send-up of Gerald duMaurier's famous novel 'Trilby'. Here Fedora, a hustler who wants to be a dancer finds the hypnotist, Svengooli, can help him. Waking Colin Logan wakes to a new morning. He does not realise it but he must also awaken to a new life. (Based on the film 'Defying Gravity')
I am the Enemy you Killed, my Friend The heroes of the Trojan War in an anti-war story Et in Arcadia Ego (Ancient Greece) When Apollo and Dionysus have a contest, it is up to the mortals to decide the outcome Translations A tale from Anglo-Saxon England. Monks with dirty habits linked with an old Celtic legend of gods and sacred objects, the Fisher King.
Pheon and Rico (Ancient Greece) A retelling of the Orpheus myth. Can Pheon rescue his dead lover from Hell? The Tale of Ganymede (Ancient Greece) The 13th Labour of Hercules - or the one you never heard. Nor have the Greeks.

The 1002nd Arabian Night's Story Scheherazade has to tell one more story - the most entertaining of all.

The Caliph though gets more than he expected.

Fragments from Macedon Everyone has heard of Alexander the Great. Here is a story of his father, Philip. Trust Not the Gods (Ancient Greece) Contains two Greek stories in a framework of Homer's 'curse'.

Cranes a tale from Ancient China. Wen Lok searches for the guy with 'the massive accomplishment'

Originally published by Blithe House Quarterly

The Visit of Apollo (Ancient Greece) When Apollo comes down to earth, he needs the services of two young Greek boys. And they are happy to help. Ill Met by Moonlight a tale from Elizabethan England. When Will Shakespeare met Kit Marlowe and what happened afterwards. Antinous (Ancient Rome) The Emperor Hadrian's young lover. But what is the real story of the boy's death? There are many theories. Here is mine.
Blood of the Vikings Vikings invade and the result is terror. But two young men from opposing sides are able to become friends. Conversations in a Horse You don't have to know the story of the Trojan horse though it might be useful if you did.

Diary of J. Peeps, Gentleman It is a little known fact that the famous 17th Century diarist, Samuel Pepys, had a younger brother whose exploits were rather gayer.

Read his exploits in two vital years, 1665 (the Plague) and 1666 (the Great Fire of London)

The Gift

He'd always been obsessed with the idea of Vampires but when he actually meets one, this tale suggests that, even though it sounds wonderful, perhaps immortality isn't such a blessing after all.

Published (November 2003) in an Anthology 'Lovers who Stay with You' ed. D. MacMillan by STARbooks Press.

Lucifer

When Adrian makes a Pact with the devil, he doesn't realise the peril he's in.

His friend, Steven tries to rescue him but what chance do they have against the Prince of Darkness - especially when the pact is signed in blood?

Published under the name "Pact with the Devil" in the anthology 'Divine Meat' ed. D. MacMillan.

The Sun Rises

A tale from Ancient Egypt but the old rituals combine strangely with more modern times. Professor Pontifex is shown how the ritual really works by his assistant, Ahmed.

The story is based on paintings discovered during the 19th Century and hushed up because of their explicit sexual nature.

Published in the anthology, 'Erotic Travel Tales' ed. M. Szeretsi (Cleis Press).

Snapshots of War Set during the course of the Second World War, the novel tells the story of the Salter family, Bert, Theresa and their children, Adele and William. Triptych: Alex has been published in the monthly publication Bent Magazine, December 2006,

Escape

After he got out of prison he thought he was safe until the pursuers found him. Then he began to wonder whether it was all part of a plot.

Flowers

It seemed an incredibly beautiful planet to the astronauts from Earth, but who could guess what the flowers could do?

Triad Three panels form the Triptych - but the Fates control the outcome. Three stories in one. We Three Kinks An amusing tale for Christmas.
Grimm's Fairy Taless We all know some of these famous tales (Rumplestiltskin, Little Red Riding Hood) but probably not in this outrageous form. Toasted Tea Cakes - a trip to Hell for Theodore who didn't oughta 'ave done it and tries to find out why he's been sent there. Apocalypse in a Tutu Tongue in cheek story about the day the world ended -' not with a crash but a whimper' and perhaps with a lucky pick-up for the narrator.
Night Out He thought he could work miracles but then it all went wrong. Christmas Pantomime A retelling of the old story of Cinderella. Hallowe'en Party They were all at the Party, determined to have fun - if only they could understand what was going on.
Three's Company Ken had no adventures to compete with his friends until he invented one - and that was the start of his troubles. Al-ahddin and his Wonderful... Re-telling of the old story though with a new, gay slant and the djinn of the lamp is something else. Noyes Fludde is a comic story with a slant on the story of Noah and his ark from Genesis Chapter six.
'Boys' Night Out' Read what six lads get up to on their Saturday night visit to the pub. One, certainly gets a reward he wasn't expecting. Tempestuous Times - is the story of two brothers, and two cousins, and two strange 'supernatural' beings. You may find similarities to a famous work. There's no prize for identifying it though. A Desirable Property Two guys are looking for a house to live in. It seems ideal but what lurks in the thick forest outside?
Silent over Africa - Harry Johnson has a holiday in Kenya. It was to be one of the most telling times of his life. He expected the wild animals. He never realised there would be romance and mystery. Virgin Airmen We were all virgins when we joined the RAF. Some of us lost that status in the course of our 18 months service. Having Fun After 'Virgin Airmen', Peter comes out of the forces and wants to find a boyfriend. Successes and failures abound.
Today is Bun Monday Later in his student career, Peter Preston goes on a trip to Norway. Disasters abound but it all ends happily - at least for Peter. Basically Harry When young Harry gets 'gay-bashed', his friends decide to take retribution into their own hands. Larry Spiver Larry is a successful novelist. But he risks his career and even more when he takes up with Clyde Thornton.
Doppelganger Everyone has a double, so they say. Here's what happened to Oliver when he met his. Drowning When Mark rescued Toby from drowning it started a whole, new relationship, one which Mark had problems with. Dead on arrival Not so grim as it sounds. You may even find it entertaining - and mysterious.

Supernatural Tales

(included above but here collected together)

Foster Foster wanted him. He'd give anything to get him but what happened when he got his wish?

A story with a moral twist to it. Is it always a good thing to get what you most wish for?

Twelve Maidens  A ring of twelve mighty stones provide a setting for two lovers.

But there's a legend behind the story and perhaps it's not best to tempt the supernatural.

The Gift

He'd always been obsessed with the idea of Vampires but when he actually meets one, this tale suggests that, even though it sounds wonderful, perhaps immortality isn't such a blessing after all.

Published (November 2003) in an Anthology 'Lovers who Stay with You' ed. D. MacMillan by STARbooks Press.

Lucifer

When Adrian makes a Pact with the devil, he doesn't realise the peril he's in.

His friend, Steven tries to rescue him but what chance do they have against the Prince of Darkness - especially when the pact is signed in blood?

Published under the name "Pact with the Devil" in the anthology 'Divine Meat' ed. D. MacMillan.

Escape

After he got out of prison he thought he was safe until the pursuers found him. Then he began to wonder whether it was all part of a plot.

Toasted Tea Cakes

A trip to Hell for Theodore who didn't oughta 'ave done it and tries to find out why he's been sent there.

Night Out He thought he could work miracles but then it all went wrong. Hallowe'en Party They were all at the Party, determined to have fun - if only they could understand what was going on. Dead on arrival Not so grim as it sounds. You may even find it entertaining - and mysterious.
Mad About the Boy When Pan comes to the village he creates riot and confusion (and lust) for all the inhabitants. A Desirable Property Two guys are looking for a house to live in. It seems ideal but what lurks in the thick forest outside?

 

Feltenham Mysteries
1. Serial Killer Alan finds a body on the common
2. Feltenham Blues Alan and Keith have problems
3. London Pride Keith goes to London and meets Phil
4. Little Boy Lost Keith goes to Feltenham to find a lost child 5. Scottish Dance Keith, Phil and Alan go to the Edinburgh Festival 6. Computer Virus Alan sorts out David's hacker. Phil has trouble with Nick.
7. On the Game Lucas is on the streets. What else can he do? 8. Medical Matters Phil is stricken down 9. Staying Together Problems after Phil recovers
10. Burning Passions Phil is supected of murder 11. Ketamine Kidnap Someone is committing serial date rape 12. Bombing Campaign A bomber is on the loose - last story in the series.
Matt Silvain Investigates
1. Please Find my Partner In this first story in the series, Matt Silvain investigates a gay affair which seems to be on the rocks 2. I Think he was Murdered The inquest says it was suicide but the surviving partner thinks it was murder. 3. Back from the Dead Matt's friend, Barnabas, sees a guy who should have been dead. Matt is asked to investigate.
4. Summertime 'and the living is easy ' though it isn't for young Adrian Ponting who ends up dead on Hampstead Heath. 5. Me and Paul Matt tries to help out a friend of Paul's but before he can do anything, the guy is dead. 6. Letters It's Matt who is in trouble this time when he starts getting poison-pen letters.Will they break up his relationship with Paul?
7. Burn-up Gay clubs set alight. Matt tries to find the arsonist and ends up in particularly hot water. 8. U.F.O. Matt investigates the strangest case when a guy comes in saying he's been turned into an 'alien'. 9. Matt and the Ghost They claim there's a ghost in the house. Matt has to try to find out what is causing the supernatural events.
10. Murder Most Foul When Matt finds a body in the bed, he doesn't expect to be accused of murder. 11. Gameboys Matt has to investigate an Amusement Arcade where the boys seem to be available for more than video games. 12. Matt's Last Case When a Member of Parliament complains that a hustler is blackmailing him, Matt finds his own life in danger - and there's still the problem of his relationship with Paul.
The Ned Fickler Series - Crook
Crook Young Ned is a crook. It's an irony that his lover turns out to be a policeman. The first story of a new series. Crook2 Ned Fickler gets into even more trouble in this second story in the series. And he has another boyfriend too. Crook3 Ned and Jason and Mark form an emotional triangle, complicated by Colly and Mr Palmer.
Crook4 Ned gets involved in the 'Great Plane Robbery' but it leads to unfortunate results. Crook5 Ned is made manager of Mr Palmer's club, 'Scuffers' but it isn't all milk and honey. And then the worst happens. Crook 6 The aftermath of Colly's murder. Ned suspects Sid. The club opens.
Crook 7 Colly's murderer still hasn't been found and now there's another victim. The police are at the club. Crook 8 The final part of Ned Fickler's adventures. Find out if you were you right about the murderer? And see what happens to Ned and Jason?  
Tales of Robin Hood
1. Much the Miller's Son Much finds himself at odds with the authorities and has to join up with Robin. 2. Allan Forrest goes to town and finds a friend. The Sheriff traps the outlaws 3. Hugh and Edward The two friends find they have to make a real sacrifice when plague strikes York
4. Sir Guy of Gisborne Using a traitor, Sir Guy traps the outlaws. Is this the end for Robin? 5. Midsummer Revels The King comes to the Greenwood to find out the true state of his country.  
Tales from the Court of King Arthur
1. Arthur and Lancelott Meeting of the King and Sir Lancelot

2. Sir Gareth gets a Squire Ranulf meets opposition when he aspires to be a squire

3. Sir Peveril and the Dragon A dragon takes hostage the young men and Sir Peveril is despatched to rescue them.
4. Sir Ulric Falls in Love First he has to joust and then a young workman appears. It's all too much for Ulric 5. The Vengeance of Sir Morion Jealousy wreaks a dreadful result 6. Merlyn and the Rift What can the Magician do to heal the brotherhood?
7. The Quest of Sir Quentin Morgana the shapeshifter works her evil spells 8. The Last Battle King Arthur and his knights face dreadful odds in this, the final story.  
The Elmcombe Stories
The Elmcombe Art Show When Peter Preston agreed to help with Mrs Fletcher-Bell's artistic production, he didn't know what he was letting himself in for. Mad About the Boy When Pan comes to he village he creates riot and confusion (and lust) to all the inhabitants. Digging When Preston found a Bronze Age gold cup, it started a rush of those Elmcombe folks who wanted fame and fortune.
Greenroom Games - an Elmcombe Christmas show which nearly breaks up the relationship between Preston and Sean.    
The Ross Stories
For Pete's Sake (originally called 'Death in Paint'), When Peter Curtis goes missing, his lover, Kevin, (assisted by the always willing Ross) tries to find him. (Ross Stories 1) Two's Company When Peter's cousin Douglas was found stabbed and raped, he and Kevin were the prime suspects. It needed Ross to find the truth. (Ross Stories 2) Ross Gets it Wrong Kevin thought Ross knew everything and when 'Split' turned up he thought Ross would know how to sort things out. (Ross Stories 3)
The Visit When Peter's parents come to visit, things go wrong – and especially with Split. Can Ross sort it out or is it up to Kevin? (Ross stories 4)

Exit Bad news, Everyone must get together to solve the mystery. Meet Kevin, Peter, Eddie, Brian and of course Ross again. (Ross stories 5)

Hitch Kevin and Peter are about to enter into civil partnership (in other words get 'hitched') but along the way they find various 'hitches' to the smooth running of the arrangements. (Ross stories 6)

Sun, Sex and Skulduggery Kevin and Peter's honeymoon was meant to be problem free. Obviously something was bound to go wrong. (Ross stories 7)

Yaffle I guess this is a Ross story because he is mentioned once, though it's mainly about Kevin and Peter. Judge for yourself.  

 

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