The Poppies
by David R. Grigg
Price: Free! 1770 words.
Published on April 17, 2012. Fiction.
Paying a sad tribute to her lost husband, Sarah comes to realise how many others have had to do the same.
A short story, approx. 1700 words.
Location: Australia
Member Since: May 04, 2009
David R. Grigg
Biography
David R. Grigg is a software developer who lives in Melbourne, Australia.
During the 1970s and 1980s, David was deeply involved in the science fiction fan community, publishing fanzines and helping organize SF conventions, eventually becoming Chairman of the 43rd World SF Convention held in Melbourne in 1985.
He is the author of a number of professionally published short stories and two short fantasy novels for teens, “Halfway House” and “Shadows”.
His most recent venture is "The Narratorium", a web site devoted to publishing free short fiction on a regular basis.
During the 1970s and 1980s, David was deeply involved in the science fiction fan community, publishing fanzines and helping organize SF conventions, eventually becoming Chairman of the 43rd World SF Convention held in Melbourne in 1985.
He is the author of a number of professionally published short stories and two short fantasy novels for teens, “Halfway House” and “Shadows”.
His most recent venture is "The Narratorium", a web site devoted to publishing free short fiction on a regular basis.
Where to find David R. Grigg online
Website: http://narratorium.com
Twitter: thenarratorium
Blog: http://narratorium.com
Twitter: thenarratorium
- TheNarratorium: Just reached a total of 30 free narratives on our site - Short Stories, Flash Fiction and Memories! Free fiction! http://t.co/Nd8enso2 .
- TheNarratorium: New piece of Flash Fiction: "Bone China" by David Grigg. http://t.co/OBCqbvQb . Already Friday in Australia, so it's for: #fridayflash.
- TheNarratorium: New short-short story in The Narratorium: "Storm Front" by David Grigg: Free Fiction! http://t.co/8HlKmr4k
- TheNarratorium: An amusing office story from Ian Buchanan: "The Gothic Monster" in The Narratorium: http://t.co/QFfuaCDN Free fiction!
- TheNarratorium: Some fun with alternative history here. New flash fiction in The Narratorium. "Glorious Gold" by David Grigg. http://t.co/DDLNrbxf
Blog: http://narratorium.com
Books
Heart of Oak
by David R. Grigg
Price: Free! 2070 words. Published on April 17, 2012. Fiction.
(4.50 from 2 reviews)
The storm which ravaged the suburb did more than tear apart trees and lift roof tiles. It also exposed a raw and hidden tragedy. A short story, approx. 2000 words.
Price: Free! 2070 words. Published on April 17, 2012. Fiction.
(4.50 from 2 reviews) The storm which ravaged the suburb did more than tear apart trees and lift roof tiles. It also exposed a raw and hidden tragedy. A short story, approx. 2000 words.
The Narratorium Monthly - Issue 1 - April 2012
by David R. Grigg
Price: $1.50 USD. 16950 words. Published on April 2, 2012. Fiction.
Features 11 stories in a variety of genres from The Narratorium web site.
Price: $1.50 USD. 16950 words. Published on April 2, 2012. Fiction.
Features 11 stories in a variety of genres from The Narratorium web site.
Paradise Lost - a short story
by David R. Grigg
Price: Free! 1580 words. Published on January 21, 2012. Fiction.
Ellie fled a collapsing civilization, only to find herself in a much harsher world -- one in which she faces a terrible dilemma.
Price: Free! 1580 words. Published on January 21, 2012. Fiction.
Ellie fled a collapsing civilization, only to find herself in a much harsher world -- one in which she faces a terrible dilemma.
Islands
by David R. Grigg
Price: $2.99 USD. 45270 words. Published on September 1, 2009. Fiction.
An anthology of science fiction and fantasy stories by David R. Grigg. All but one of the stories have been previously published professionally during the 1970s and 1980s. Contents include: * A Song Before Sunset * Demonslayer * To Speak of Many Things * Deep Freeze * The Ancient Seed * A Compassionate People * Crippled Spinner * Islands * Down * The Twist of Fate
Price: $2.99 USD. 45270 words. Published on September 1, 2009. Fiction.
An anthology of science fiction and fantasy stories by David R. Grigg. All but one of the stories have been previously published professionally during the 1970s and 1980s. Contents include: * A Song Before Sunset * Demonslayer * To Speak of Many Things * Deep Freeze * The Ancient Seed * A Compassionate People * Crippled Spinner * Islands * Down * The Twist of Fate
Shadows
by David R. Grigg
Price: $1.99 USD. 18100 words. Published on September 1, 2009. Fiction.
Some strange force drew Danny back to the ruins of Halfway House that afternoon - and plunged him into a perilous battle with the deadly, mysterious Shadows... A sequel to "Halfway House"
Price: $1.99 USD. 18100 words. Published on September 1, 2009. Fiction.
Some strange force drew Danny back to the ruins of Halfway House that afternoon - and plunged him into a perilous battle with the deadly, mysterious Shadows... A sequel to "Halfway House"
Halfway House
by David R. Grigg
Price: $1.99 USD. 18680 words. Published on September 1, 2009. Fiction.
What was the secret of Halfway House and Old Man Gillespie, its owner? Nobody dared go near the place - at least until the night Danny and Bee decided to solve the mystery...
Price: $1.99 USD. 18680 words. Published on September 1, 2009. Fiction.
What was the secret of Halfway House and Old Man Gillespie, its owner? Nobody dared go near the place - at least until the night Danny and Bee decided to solve the mystery...
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