Category Archives: Economics & Society

The Lodger (Part One) – A Short Story

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Junying Kirk

“Sally, it’s for you.” James was holding the phone, as I came out of the kitchen. “Who is it?” I asked, reaching for the handset. “I don’t know. A woman,” He said. That was helpful, I thought. “Hello, my name … Continue reading →

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From One Ironman to Another

Posted on April 5, 2013 by John Kirk

by John Kirk Birmingham shivered in sub zero temperatures. Even Antony Gormley’s Iron Man looked a little rustier with the snow settled on him. It was time to get away to warmer climes and the land of iron men of … Continue reading →

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Review of Land of Hope – Thrilling, Intelligent, Current and Bold…

Posted on December 8, 2012 by Blogger

Doreen McGettigan’ Rating:  5 Stars Although Land of Hope is the third book in the author’s trilogy, Journey to the West, this book has no trouble standing alone. I will be going back to read The Same Moon and Trials of Life. Pearl, the … Continue reading →

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Forward for “Land of Hope” – The Hidden Human Tragedy

Posted on November 24, 2012 by Blogger

by J J Collins They are shuttled, in mini-vans, the length and breadth of continents, often sleeping in the vehicles between working shifts of up to 17 hours on farms, in brothels or back alley factories. Much of this type … Continue reading →

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My Korean Adventure (1) – Oppan Gangnam Style

Posted on November 5, 2012 by Junying Kirk

The first couple of days after I arrived in Seoul, I kept humming Gangnam Style and just could not get it out of my head. It haunted me, my jetlagged brain too tired to fight its catchy and upbeat tune. Those … Continue reading →

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The Reunion (Part Two) 同学会

Posted on October 20, 2012 by Junying Kirk

The journey took a little longer than expected. First of all, getting out the Greater Chengdu proved a small battle. Every time I went back to visit the Sichuan Capital, there were more and more cars and traffic jams – … Continue reading →

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