Occasionally one gets called upon to perform at one of the great formal affairs. Such a call comes perhaps once or twice a year and I always feel that it is worth making an effort and attending. Admittedly one never gets paid and rarely gets tipped, but one meets people and it’s rare I do … More The price of performance
There are some interesting posts in Port Naain that would suit the right applicant. One of these is the role of Priest of the Temple of Aea in her Aspect as the Healer. Because the Temple is the personal property of the priest, the appointment is never made, and for the last three centuries a … More The candidates
I dislike clichés, indeed as a poet I’m traditionally supposed to either shun them entirely, or if of a romantic disposition, write in little else. But one cliché that does seem to ring true is the saying, ‘It’s a funny old world.’ What brought this to mind was seeing Etan Stor yesterday. I remember Etan … More Have dog will travel
Jaye Marie and Anita Dawes Today we welcome Tallis Steelyard to our blog. He has kindly come along with another of his lovely stories. This image is a painting by the great Frank Frazetta, an artist my son adores and tries to emulate, and suits the story very well. Over to you, Tallis! Officers and … More Who is Tallis Steelyard?
I have known a number of lady poets. Indeed I have worked with one or two of them. This is not without its problems. For example I was somehow cozened into performing in the Sattir’s Drop. To say that this establishment is rough is like saying there is a lot of water in the … More Working with lady poets.
Originally posted on Sue Vincent's Daily Echo:
It must be confessed that as a Poet I have to accept that I am not regarded as entirely a gentleman. I don’t think it specifically states this in any of the many books of etiquette with which Port Naain is blessed, but it seems to be…
Originally posted on Chris The Story Reading Ape's Blog:
We are always advised not to work with children and animals. Frankly I have never experienced difficulties in this regard. Working with children is easy. In my experience they are far more focused and mercenary than any adult I’ve worked with. One merely has to…
Originally posted on M T McGuire Authorholic:
What can I say? We have a guest, my writer friend Jim, Webster, along with the inimitable, the one and only Tallis Steelyard who is here to tell us a little tale. Thank you Tallis and Jim, for stepping in and giving me something to share with everyone…
It’s an interesting world
Tallis Steelyard 