Sometimes I think 'should I be reproducing this?' Other times I think 'well, maybe it whets the appetite for my other work'. Either way, here is The Greatest Ludus, decidedly 18+ and NSFW: meerkatmusings.co.uk?page_id=5018

Meerkat Fiction: The Greatest Ludus, Chapter Seven (18+) As Praxites made his way from the arena the audience cheered. They had enjoyed the bloody spectacle of his execution of five thieves, and they eagerly awaited the next fight. As the guards dragged the bodies from the arena, Nepos raised his…

The Thinking ‘Kat: Are Vaccines Safe? Of late, I have been embroiled in a small debate with one Baldmichael, also known as Alphaandomega21, over at Insanity Bytes. Michael (or Baldmichael, if he prefers) is decidedly anti-vaccine, something he makes abundantly clear in his comments, and via his…

Meerkat Prompts: Godwin’s Law There is a concept within the realm of online debates that has existed for some time. The theory goes that the longer an argument lasts, the greater the chances of someone invoking Nazis and/or Hitler, be it to describe a group, or their opponent. I cannot immediately…

My wife has suggested a Princess Peach tattoo. If she thinks I won't do it, she is mistaken. #Tattoos

Right, as part of my on-going efforts to drum up engagement, The Meerkat Invites are open for business, so to speak. I am absolutely willing to host guest submissions, so please feel free! meerkatmusings.co.uk?page_id=3322 #Blogging #blog #writing #WednesdayWisdom

Inching along with writing. Sometimes I feel like I need a lottery win, so I can quit my day job and really focus on the creative stuff. Alas, I don't think that's in my future! #Amwriting #AuthorLife

That face you make when you've just woken up, and someone thrusts a coffee at you. #Furryart #Meerkat

What do you suppose he is looking at, or thinking? #Furryart #Furry #Meerkat

The Thinking ‘Kat: Toxic Twitter and the Free Speech Distortion I write this post whilst feeling angry and aggrieved, on behalf of the Bear, who has provided so many intelligent, witty and evidence-led takedowns of hard-right trolls and other miscreants. I'm pretty sure the Bear doesn't need me to…

Breached the 48K word mark with the final part of the Chon'ith Saga. Parts 1 & 2 can be found via Meerkat Musings. Discover dogmatic alien orcs, epic battles, bitter betrayal, desperate rebellion, and the fight for the soul of an empire! meerkatmusings.co.uk?page_id=816 #Scifi #AmWriting

'I AM PERFECTLY CALM, WHY DO YOU ASK?'

Meerkat Prompts: Gypsy Blood Time for something personal. A few years ago, between the curiosity of my daughter, and the fascinating work one of my aunts carried out on the subject, I decided to check out my family history. As I dug into it I began to find all sorts of amazing details, and…

The Thinking ‘Kat: Trump, Tylenol, and Blind Trust (Content Warning) Recently, I provided information that ran contrary to the words and rhetoric offered up by US president Donald Trump. He had claimed that left-wingers and Democrats were responsible for more violence than their right-wing…

I may or may not resemble a snack monster. #FridayFeeling

I keep weighing up #tattoo choices. Something from the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is a possibility. A Formula 1 tattoo is another. Then again, I could make use of some of my personal drawings, if I choose to traumatise my loved ones.

Attempting to look dapper.

Pizza is love, no? #FridayFeeling

A content warning with this one. It pertains to a brutal act of violence against a same-sex couple. The Persecution Game: meerkatmusings.co.uk?p=3775 #Blogging

You shouldn't force tea upon others. meerkatmusings.co.uk?p=3304 #Blogging

Sometimes, politicians pick the strangest hills to fight on. meerkatmusings.co.uk?p=1978 #Blogging #Lunch

There are some very random words out there. Tittynope, anyone? meerkatmusings.co.uk?p=336 #Blogging

Being anonymous on the internet has its place, but only sometimes. meerkatmusings.co.uk?p=428 #Blogging

Let's chew over the concept of criticism. Sometimes it's warranted, and constructive. Sometimes it isn't. meerkatmusings.co.uk?p=313 #Blogging

Meerkat Fiction: The Greatest Ludus, Chapter Six (18+) Five against one. Well, four against one, as Numerius was bleeding out slowly from several wounds, and struggling to remain on his feet, let alone fight. Praxites faced Appius, a young man, actually slightly taller than Praxites and not of…

Oh jeez. Entered Greggs to witness an argument over change.

South Korean tattoo artists have operated in the shadows for decades. But that could soon change as the country's parliament prepares to vote on a groundbreaking bill that would legalize their profession. https://cnn.it/47VAKog

Sometimes,with some people, I just zone out. It's easier that way. #Furryart

Meerkat Fiction: The Greatest Ludus, Chapter Five Nepos arrived back to his villa just before the sun had reached its peak. The heat was slowly baking the earth into what felt like rock, and he was starting to sweat. His discomfort however, stemmed from the conversation he was about to have. He…

The Meerkat Muse: 24th of September, 2025 Welcome one and all to the Meerkat Muse, where we start on a sombre note... The Flames of Rhetoric Back on the 10th of September, Charlie Kirk, a man noted for his pro-Trump, pro-conservative activism, was murdered at an event in Utah. I had the misfortune…

I'm gradually reproducing a story inspired by the Spartacus TV series. It's not something I think I can get published, but it showcases my evolution as a writer. It was also fun to write! meerkatmusings.co.uk?page_id=5018 #AmWriting

Meerkat Fiction: The Greatest Ludus, Chapter Four (18+) Titus Norbanus Nepos had held his suspicions that he might lose his most formidable warrior, but had quietly hoped the businessman Marcus Octavius Paulus would have a different arrangement in mind. To have his fears realised was not a…

I mean, I *could* get into arguments on the internet... oh wait, I often do, but sometimes, I know when it's not worth it.

Meerkat Fiction: The Greatest Ludus, Chapter Three The hooded figure made their way down one of Rome’s many back alleys, past small market stalls, beggars and miscreants, all of whom tried to speak to them, or thrust their hands out, desperate for the smallest crumb or coin. The figure bustled…

The Thinking ‘Kat: Awareness and Autism It is no secret that I am not exactly enamoured with the reign of President Trump, for a number of reasons. His approach to a great many issues leaves a lot to be desired, and his latest display of utter ignorance is one of his most worrying. Trump has made…

Non-stop pain in the shoulder sure is fun

Meerkat Fiction: The Greatest Ludus, Chapter Two (18+) (I've added some extra lines here, largely to push down the immediate bad language at the start of the chapter) “You stupid fuck!” roared the giant of a man clad in light leather armour. As he shouted, he slammed his wooden sword into another…

Meerkat Fiction: The Greatest Ludus, Chapter One (18+) Titus Norbanus Nepos awoke before his wife, and spent a few minutes watching her sleep. She always slept closer to the portal, so she could take advantage of the cool breezes that took the edge off the hot Rome sun. That sun was now rising,…

Meerkat Fiction: Patience Based upon this artwork by Jess-madhouse. He had waited for many years, so he would continue to wait. The cold mountain air no longer perturbed him, even as it howled through the temple ruins and tried to bite at his face. In his heart, in his blood, he felt warm, for he…

Meerkat Fiction: The Cave The Cave is inspired by this work, by Rickochet12. Night had fallen, but the heat, and worse, the humidity, had not faded. The very air itself felt cloying and sticky, and yet, despite her apparel (or lack thereof), she felt cool. Her spear held aloft, she smiled to…

Meerkat Fiction: Master of the Pack This latest work is inspired by Master of the Pack, by DusanMarkovic I stood before him, the great Tiger of the Southern Wastes, and I tried not to tremble, but I could not help but appear sheepish, troubled, by the ferocity in those blue eyes, eyes rightfully…

Meerkat Fiction: The Meet Inspired by this piece on Deviant Art, by Asfodelo. He’d watched her sit in the little, dingy booth, gnawing absent-minded on some spicy chicken wings (he’d recognise that smell anywhere). He’d never quite been brave enough to order anything from the menu in the…

Meerkat Prompts: It Seemed Like a Good Idea… History is littered with ideas, plans, concepts and notions that often seem good and grand. Sometimes they prove to be exactly that, but on other occasions they founder against misplaced expectations, poor marketing, and bad execution. Technology is one…

And of course, if I mention Breath of the Wild, I have to mention Tears of the Kingdom: meerkatmusings.co.uk?page_id=652 #ZeldaTearsOfTheKingdom

I cannot mention Zelda without referencing the gorgeous beauty of Breath of the Wild: meerkatmusings.co.uk?page_id=394 #Zelda

Another one of my passions is Nintendo. In my view, A Link to the Past is the single greatest game ever made: meerkatmusings.co.uk?page_id=390 #LegendofZelda

Of my great passions is Formula 1. Here, I offer my thoughts on the legendary Lewis Hamilton: meerkatmusings.co.uk?page_id=1087 #F1

Some people choose strange hills upon which to fight, such as over the necktie: meerkatmusings.co.uk?p=4310 #DressSense