Michael Forman is the voice behind this site and the author of the SEETHINGS series—dark psychological fiction shaped by tension, morality, and the hidden layers of human behaviour. These posts connect the writing, the themes, and the perspective that run through both the work and the words behind it.
Long before SEETHINGS, I stepped onto the stage as Fagin in PRIMA’s production of Oliver! Two contemporary reviews remembered the singing, dancing, costumes and chaos—and kindly named me among the show’s highlights. Here’s a nostalgic glimpse at one unforgettable community-theatre production and the colourful cast who brought it alive.
PRIMA’s Oliver! Musical Production: Review and Highlights Read More »
An overnight road trip takes Margo and me to New Norcia, Australia’s only monastic town, where history, creaking accommodation and old-world architecture share the landscape. From the monastery’s complicated past to the strange limestone figures of the Pinnacles, this short escape delivers character, reflection and plenty of open-road adventure.
Road Trip: Overnight Stay in Monastery Read More »
We needed a new garden shed but barely spent a cent building it. Leftover Jarrah, unwanted roofing iron and recycled shelves provided almost everything we needed. With a little ingenuity, some useful scraps and just $23 worth of screws, our recycled building materials became the appropriately named Shed 23, naturally.
We Built A New Shed For The Cost Of A Box Of Screws Read More »
SEETHINGS is available far beyond Smashwords and Draft2Digital. Readers can find the trilogy through familiar retailers around the world, including Amazon, Apple Books, Kobo, Waterstones and many more. I’ve created a country-by-country guide with direct retailer links, making it easier to buy eBooks and paperbacks locally without creating another account.
Where to Buy SEETHINGS: Find a Retailer in Your Country Read More »
Our DIY bathroom renovation moves from concrete and framing to plumbing, windows and interior work. While the new space slowly takes shape, we keep an ageing shower alive, test the bath’s extra-wide sill with a wine glass, and discover that home improvements rarely follow the neat sequence shown online.
Bathroom Progress: DIY Plumbing, Concreting and Building Renovation Read More »
Margo has collected feathers since childhood, rescuing each one she finds and carrying it home for safekeeping. Watching her reveals how much a simple habit can tell us about someone. Writers collect things too: gestures, expressions and peculiar behaviours that may one day give fictional characters their own convincing lives.
Orphaned Feathers. A Strange Collection Obsession of 60+ Years (or Healthy Hobby?) Read More »
The author expresses disappointment with SoundCloud’s podcasting capabilities, feeling the platform lacks understanding of speech-focused audio. After initial enthusiasm, they found minimal audience engagement while achieving better results on other platforms like Spotify and Apple. The author’s experience underscores SoundCloud’s shortcomings for podcasters despite its commendable features for musicians.
Stop Hounding Me Soundcloud! I Was Only Looking! Read More »
Was it coincidence, karma, or something stranger? After years of bitterness and blame, one woman believed she had escaped her past forever. Then she discovered her dream home was built around a mountain bearing a deeply personal name. A true story that raises unsettling questions about fate, irony, and consequence.
Unbelievable Real-Life Story Of Karma at Work Read More »
As AI search grows, many bloggers are wondering whether they should change the way they write. After months of declining traffic and endless statistics, I explored what AI systems appear to value, why personal experience may matter more than ever, and whether writing for AI is a mistake.
Should Bloggers Write for AI Engines Now? Read More »
What does a writer do when he isn’t plotting fictional crimes and moral collapses? Sometimes he grabs a microphone. This light-hearted reflection explores the strange social ecosystem of karaoke—where dreamers, performers, veterans, and spectators collide beneath coloured lights, each chasing something a little different from the night.
Michael, What’s Happening, Dude? Read More »