Category Archives: short fiction

Celebrating the Launch of ‘The Palliative Horse’ by A.S. Williams

Posted on November 10, 2025 by ASWilliams

It did boost my spirit to sell all my book copies and have such engaged visitors. The morning after I awoke to a house full of flowers and warm memories. So much so that I remarked to Frank that I felt happy. Waking up in a positive mood is not always easy after a terminal diagnosis so the distraction of writing the book, publishing and celebrating it has done me a world of good. Weekly chemotherapy keeps me on my feet for now, as do enjoyable and nourishing activities. Continue reading →

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Poetry and Healing: My Ovarian Cancer Experience

Posted on October 4, 2025 by ASWilliams

Dear Readers, Sorry for the radio silence, but I’ve been seriously ill and some activities like maintaining my blog have taken a back seat. I’d like to say that my cancer experience is all behind me, but sadly that is … Continue reading →

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May your two and four-footed friends bring you much joy in 2022!

Posted on December 19, 2021 by ASWilliams

It’s been a long time, I know! If you’re wondering, I’ve been busy on a new course I’m following via Jericho Writers. The Ultimate Novel Writing Course to be precise. It is quite demanding of my time. We aim to … Continue reading →

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