Doorknobs & Boomsticks- Chapter 3

Posted by jackjward on May 9th, 2026 in Novel

Chapter 3: Clockworks, Confusion, and Volta Cold. Dark. Sore and confused. Tink found herself on a tiled floor as her eyes blinked out the flashes that still burned her retina even after they were long gone. Growing accustomed to the darkness she saw streetlights bleeding their incandescence through large plate glass windows latticed with iron bars.  But, curiosity is always …

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Ward Father Christmas Letters: A Compendium of the North

Posted by jackjward on Apr 13th, 2026 in Novel

From the frozen banks of the Eon River to the looming peaks of the Wreath Mountains, Father Christmas invites you into a North far older and stranger than the one we think we know. These letters—written across twenty winters—reveal the hidden lore of the Arctic Elves, the fierce honour of the Winter Dwarves, ancient battles with Polar Giants, the secrets …

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The Audio Dramatists Resource Guide: 2026–2027 Edition

Posted by jackjward on Apr 13th, 2026 in Novel, Novel, Writing

The Audio Dramatists Resource Guide: 2026–2027 Edition is the ultimate one-stop resource for navigating the world of audio drama script submissions. Packed with over 100 carefully vetted listings, this guide connects audio dramatists with production companies actively seeking scripts, along with a wealth of development opportunities, contests, and fellowships across the U.S., U.K., Canada, and beyond. The book also offers expert …

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