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True Stories: Confessions Of A Gay Man – Family

Coming out to my family is one of the most difficult things I have done in my life. I faced varied reactions that led to estrangement from some but eventual reconciliation with others. In this post, I highlight some of the ups and downs of family acceptance of somebody being gay.
Flash Fiction – Leaks

Janie struggles with a leak she’s caused, but it’s another leak that she’ll need to be more concerned with.
The Amazing New WordPress Comments Box: What It Does

WordPress has introduced a new block-style comment box that aligns with the Block editor. But what can users do with it besides leaving comments? Are some bloggers really refusing to use it and threatening to leave WordPress? My post contains all the details you need.
WordPress: ‘Open In New Tab’ Box – Where Is It?

WordPress have hidden the ‘Open in new tab’ box again! This updated post shows you where to find it so that links in your blog posts open a new window.
Flash Fiction – Future Affairs

Kenneth has a problem. His wife believes he’s having an affair. Can Artificial Intelligence help?
True Stories: Confessions Of A Gay Man – Jobs

In the 1970s, I faced discrimination in my first job for being gay. Progressing to a more accepting workplace in the 1980s, I finally came out openly to colleagues. But even today, despite the changing times, fear and discrimination still persist in the workplace. This is my story, but have you faced fear or discrimination…
Flash Fiction – Hilary’s Loss

Has Hilary found what she once had?
The Power of Feedback: A Writer’s Brief Journey Through Editing and Story Chat

Feedback can be frightening for any author and writer, but it also has the ability to propel your writing to the next level. In this post I reflect on the power of feedback and how it helped produce a book with a difference that a group of bloggers and writers contributed to.
Flash Fiction – Friends, Emotions And An Object Made Of Walnut!

Can objects hold emotional significance, evoking conversations about their beauty and cost? This group of friends are about to delve into the significance of senses and emotional connections. Will you join them?
Are You Getting ‘Anonymous’ Blog Comments? How To Stop Them.

Are you fed up with getting anonymous comments on your blog posts? How to stop them. Plus, how easy is it for visitors to leave comments on your blog posts? You may be making it more difficult than you think.