In my latest Substack post I explain the reasons for the delay of publishing Cine Persia Voices of Iranian Cinema - sign up to my Substack newsletter for free & get all my latest posts straight to your inbox #writingcommunity #authorlife ramonwites.substack.com/p/cine-persi...

I'll also be sharing thoughts of this unexpected rescheduling on Substack - Sign up today for free to keep up to date #supportindieauthors #writingcommunity #indiefilm ramonwites.substack.com/s/cine-bijou...

Back from an anazing week in Sharm El Sheik indulging in my b favourite past time - snorkling in the Red Sea. Sadly still on Egypt time - right now Id be on the beach bagging tge best spot and doing fitness drills. Still, I have these to treasure.

Sad to hear the news about Moya Brennan. I've loved Clannad every since In first heard Theme from Harry's Game and since been in awe of their melodious blend of celtic folk with electric pop sounds. Past Present remains my favourite album so I'll be listening to that today whilst I work.

Our publishing platform Cine Bijou Presents... is now on Facebook. Here you can stay updated with all the latest news on our upcoming books starting with Cine Persia: Voices of Iranian Cinema available as an e-book from 30th April. #cinepersia #supportindiefilms tinyurl.com/jr4v3y48

Coffee anyone? #coffeetime

Homemade lemom madelines made by my fair hands. Temperature needs adjusting, less mix in the tin, & more lemon. Other than that, I did well.

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Feeling the pressure of the looming publication date for Cine Persia Voices of Iranian Cinema. To quote Nicholas Angel - "This shit just got real." I could move the date back, it's not too late. Shall I? Shall I? I mean who would know? #supportindieauthors #authorlife #nonfiction #writingcommunity

A serious night's work calls for serious tea and muffin #writingcommunity #supportindieauthors

Writing a dystopian scifi story and listening to Blade Runner #writingcommunity

NEW POST - Introducing Kanonstats a native scout whose visions of a Raiding Shadow force him to break one oath to keep another. Read more on how I brought this complex character to life for my Anthology Apertures of the Void #folkhorror #writingcommunity darius-thorne.blogspot.com/2026/03/guar...

Unexpected day off - was supposed to drive family to Harrow to pick up a car now put back to next week. So guess what I'm doing? #writingcommunity #nonfiction #fiction #supportindieauthors

#throwbackthursday The Godfather of Gun Fu returns to the cinema screen this month so here's a great piece by @antbit.projectedfigures.com from 2019 for BFI on how this explosive sub genre influenced Holkywood. www.bfi.org.uk/features/her...

A bit of #writing #mondaymotivation. Why do you write?

It's easier now to access the updates on my #Substack that interests you. One section covers 'Cine Bijou Presents...' the other for all my spec fiction as Darius Thorne. Sign up today. It's free - well mostly. #supportindieauthors #scifi #supportindiefilm #horror open.substack.com/pub/ramonwit...

Goal is to cycle more - need to GET my bike out of the garage and change the wheel. Then in 2 years when I've paid off my car, swap it for electric. We need clean renewable energy NOW!

Finally, the wait is over! Jitterbug hits bookstores today, published by @titanbooks.bsky.social

Just done two back to back interviews for @thecinebijou.bsky.social and can honestly say am wiped. Time for dinner, and then it's back to work. #filmjournalism #supportindiefilm

Tackling impostor syndrome #motivationmonday #mentalhealth

Now watching on the coach ride home.

NEW SUBSTACK POST: My reaction to the #Iran attacks and how it's changed my approach to this work as an author. The post is free to read. You sign up for free to receive regular updates on all my latest author projects. ramonwites.substack.com/p/why-cine-p...

NEW PATREON POST. Cine Bijou's response to the #Iran attacks Read our continued commitment to spotlight Iranian stories on film Sign up today for our free newsletter for updates on Cine Persia: Voices of Iranian Cinema out as an ebook 30th April. #supportindiefilm www.patreon.com/posts/patreo...

I will also be posting on Substack about why I feel Cine Persia is important in light of this news and how as an author it will shape my approach. The newsletter is free to all subscribers so sign up today. substack.com/@ramonwrites

In London am staying in a Pod capsule at Zedwell Piccadily circus. Snug but comfortable however I just realised why it looked familiar. Pod is on the left, and on tge right ..... @davidweiner.bsky.social I think am going to be trapped in the Cube tonight.

Been on the bus since 6.15. En route to London for an exclusive screening of The Thing Expanded directed by @iannathan.bsky.social written by Ian with @joshuahweiss.bsky.social. Tomorrow it's a special FYC screening of Oscar nominated The Singers. Tis a a film journo's life for me. #supportindiefim

Don't get me wrong I love Sorkin's American President & The West Wing but I still feel Primary Colors is the best political story to come out of the 90s. The cast all pull off powerful performances but let's give it up for these two powerhouses who should've got awards for their roles. #90smovies

I'll never forget this bit of guidance I read in an obscure 'Teach Yourself'. The section on character development shocked me. Thankfully I ignored it otherwise I would've been arrested. What's the worst piece of writing advice you've been given? #authoradvice ramon-writes.co.uk/worst-writin...

Who are the Aegis Collective? They play a pivotal role not only in my first venture as Darius Thorne 'Apertures of the Void' but in the Thorne universe. Read on for a little tease of what Aegis are about #scifi #horror darius-thorne.blogspot.com/2026/02/who-...

Insightful piece by Catherine Shoard @theguardian.com on one of the many reasons why the blurting of the N-word at the BAFTA's is problematic. www.theguardian.com/film/2026/fe...

How I'm starting off my Sunday morning #writinglife

I’m Ramon Writes ✍️ I provide journalism & copywriting services for hire. Also I: 🎬 Promote indie film via @thecinebijou.bsky.social 🚀 Write sci-fi & horror as Darius Thorne. Have two books in progress. I post about the world, movies, and writing. Let’s connect. ramonwrites.co.uk

Reading night with my wife who's on her Kindle with a fruity cider & Henry Hippos. My evening's sorted thanks to M&S, Tullibardine (courtesy of my stepson) and @garethlpowell.bsky.social

Yet another rejected pitch for an article is bot how I like to start off the week. I think there should be a rule - you're not allowed to reject pitches on a Monday or a Friday.

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I'm diving into speculative fiction under the alias Darius Thorne. Concept work has started on the first book Apertures of the Void. If you love #scifi #horror & #darkfantasy then read more on darius-thorne.blogspot.com & follow @thedariusthorne on Instagram #suopportindieauthors

Nigel Farage has declared war on working from home. Can a Reform UK government bring an end to remote & hybrid working? Doubtful & in my latest post I share my thoughts on what they can do & the challenges they face. #workingfromhome #freelancelife #hybridworking ramon-writes.co.uk/reforms-war-...

My latest Substack newsletter announcing my aim to begin writing fiction. More details to follow. #supportindieauthors #horror #scifi ramonwites.substack.com/p/newsletter...

Ramon Writes is now on #Substack - a newsletter for all my latest updates on my work in progress book projects. Sign up today for free #supportindieauthors #authorlife #writingmotivation ramonwites.substack.com/p/welcome-to...

It's as much about the journey as it is the destination. "All who wander are not lost." #motivationmonday #running #karate #writinggoals www.youtube.com/watch?v=3S8C...

50 years ago today: The Six Million Dollar Man vs. Bigfoot; one of the greatest nights of telvision in my ‘70s kid existence. Here’s my chat with Lee Majors for a Famous Monsters cover story, when he entertained me with tales from “The Secret of Bigfoot” set. itcamefromblog.com/2023/03/07/s...

Great to see 4 local business in my home city #Bristol feature in Time Out's 44 best coffee shops in Britain. I'll be paying these a visit to include them in my guide ramon-writes.co.uk/bristol-coff... #coffeetime #blogging #reviews #coffeelovers #timeout www.bristol247.com/food-and-dri...

Escaped to Tenby for a quick getaway. Had a lovely wander along the Esplanade over to Castle Beach. Cobwebs blown away and enjoyed a meander around the rocks. Now sitting in the local having a beer & lunch whilst working on the next review. #tenby #writingcommunity #rockstar #weekendvibes✌️

NEW POST: Concerned over my own relapse & impact on my mental health I decided to write this on the impact of doom-scrolling & how we can break this habit - The Cost of the Scroll: Why Your Attention is Being Stolen #mentalhealthmatters #writingcreativity ramon-writes.co.uk/the-cost-of-...

Now listening! One of my favourite scores by Alan Silvestri - mix of soft orchestra melody and upbeat jazz perfectly captures this true life tale of daring with the narrative of a heist movie.

A mountain of work ahead so it's a burger and beer night #writinggoals #writingcommunity

Sitting in the Drawbridge in #Bristol city centre working on some pitches before heading to the Mega Screen for the Bristol Premier of @oliverharper.bsky.social & Chris Stratton's epic doc. Check out my @thecinebijou.bsky.social special #supportindiefilm youtu.be/U2NTU4H6_YQ?...

NOW LISTENING: A genius soundtrack by David Grusin - captures the drama and tension of this classic thriller with just a piano and a metronome.

In the middle of drafting a hefty email reply when this beast decided to look over my shoulder. He's without a doubt such a sweet hound .... when he's not being a dickhead.

Looking for a break from relentless doom? Get nostalgic and daydream about the pop-culture past with my other handle, @itcamefromblog.bsky.social.