I feel like my task bar is having a pop.

In which I wibble on about #supergirl for the best part of 1800 words. Not the movie. I haven't seen that yet. It'd be a dick move to form an opinion on something you haven't seen yet. Right? wp.me/pjmMI-JDJ

Oh good, we've triggered the Smellygraph.

New micro horror fiction up! fiftywordstories.com/2026/07/01/j...

Here we are, then. youtu.be/x2rXMZyxwRY...

Dude's right, goddammit.

Fresh Swipes for the content mill! Good politics, bad self-defence and Midnight Chicken. Tum Fun! excusesandhalftruths.com/2026/06/27/t...

Incredible. I have been playing up to now. This is the realest of deals.

ADHD pals listen up! We hear a lot about anti-depressants causing issues with heat - but if you’re on a stimulant medication you’re likely to be struggling right now. Hydration is SUPER important. If you’re struggling to keep on top of drinking your water (because the dopamine just isn’t it) try…

Normally I would complain about my dim, aggressively air-conditioned workplace. Not today.

It has been 48 hours since I held my hands out, palms up, under a paper towel dispenser in a public loo for ten seconds. Please let me know if I can stop the cringing.

A swerve away from the usual Swipe. Let's talk Saturday morning telly, past and present. This is what they want! wp.me/pjmMI-JCu #saturdaykitchen #tiswas

Totally. The media studies modules in my degree (1986, Communication and Media Production) continue to serve me well. Bullshit is easy to spot and skewer if you have the tools in place to do so.

In which yer boi sneers at football and AI yet gets unreasonably excited about a 1970s basketball advert. Try the fish! wp.me/pjmMI-JCl

New glasses, bad decisions and your own personal Rothko. The Swipe loves you, stop resisting. wp.me/pjmMI-JBX

Anthony Hurd (American, born 1975) We’re Not Going Anywhere, 2025 Acrylic on canvas (76.2 × 61 cm) Private collection #art #painting #artist #BlueSkyArt #PrideMonth

If you really want to flip the table, add Tom Hollander to the mix.

Every year for Pride, I repost Hue. I made him to send love and comfort to those who feel Pride isn’t for them because they aren’t out. You matter, you are valid, and it’s ok if you aren’t ready yet. Coming out is not a requirement for being part of this community. Happy Pride 🌈

Oh look, it me doing writings. www.tumblr.com/skullgrind/8...

We often treat every activity as if it is something to be bested, an achievement to be unlocked. If singing brings you joy, sing for the joy of it, not because it is a skill you must master, must exploit. We should do more things for the glory of it, not the profit of it.

In which we mourn a sporting landscape which does not feature bionic athletes and low-gravity high jumps. excusesandhalftruths.com/2026/05/30/t...

💥 97,500!💥 This Rejoin petition is so close to completion. Let’s tip it over the 100,000 mark to force the government to respond. Given the party in power now realises they need the pro-EU base - are they really going to refuse a debate in parliament on this? Let’s find out! Sign and share!

You're gonna need an ocean of calamine lotion. This week's Swipe will scratch that itch! wp.me/pjmMI-JAJ

If Democrats want to win elections, they need to start talking more about what a good boy my cat is. That's what ordinary people want to hear about. Stop with all the policy proposals and slogans, just... tell everyone that Dr Sassy is a very good cat.

Dick Advocaat sounds like a terrible euphemism, ain't gonna lie. www.theguardian.com/football/202...

He did, and you should absolutely get reading.

Full Fat Funsies with extra cheese and a side of frickles. Enjoy this week's heaping portion of Swipery! wp.me/pjmMI-JAh

Caversham Centre/Caversham Park Village/Caversham Heights.

Happy Light Jacket Day! wp.me/pjmMI-JzB

House Beast Shenanigans, new ways with Heinz Sandwich Spread and how to find how far you've come. A fully-packed Swipe this week, crack the crust and dig in! wp.me/pjmMI-Jzd

Press the button, follow the rules and groove along with Big Mama Thornton. Shake it! excusesandhalftruths.com/2026/04/11/t...

Happy Eggmas, ya filthy animals. wp.me/pjmMI-Jyw

Bye-bye Metaverse, hello spring. Magic coffees and iced buns all round! wp.me/pjmMI-Jyc

Gladly. Happy birthday!

Different kinds of covers, and cautionary tales on gambling and the patient/therapist relationship. Also, Aunt Meg's gravy. So much nourishment! wp.me/pjmMI-JxK

Our modest little write-up of Novelists' Day: readingwriters.wordpress.com/2026/03/16/n...

In which I seriously overthink a minor detail in one of the most divisive films of 2026. wp.me/pjmMI-JxJ

An opportunity for you to spend a little money on me. Capitalism ahoy! wp.me/pjmMI-Jx0

It's true, I have indeed committed crimes against literature this day.

Fire Horses, Pancakes and the wisdom of Ed and Tim. Get your skates on, it's Swipe Time! excusesandhalftruths.com/2026/02/21/t...

A Ninth Art-heavy Swipe this week, but if that ain't your jam we have Tetris, Dada-cubist funk and a most excellent hat. Righteous! wp.me/pjmMI-JvO

Loving the science-fictional vibes of the #winterolympics opening. Everyone emerging through Stargates, Harkonnen vibes on the Brazilian team...

70s SF two ways, the best way to protest against tyranny and a poem which acts like a machine. Fret not, pet, The Swipe has got you covered for all eventualities. wp.me/pjmMI-Jvl

Hostile caramel, sparkly prog and sonic cathedrals. Let's get it on! wp.me/pjmMI-JuK

Pockets for all! excusesandhalftruths.com/2026/01/17/p...

Make some Middle English noise, pasta for breakfast and MTV your way. Time to boss 2026. excusesandhalftruths.com/2026/01/10/t...

excusesandhalftruths.com/2026/01/03/t... In which I embrace my grumpy old man status.

Rob's theory towards a three-part version of Christmas, Betwixtmas and after. excusesandhalftruths.com/2025/12/27/t...

A prang, a playlist, a little bit of Paradise. Have some Swipe, my lovelies. excusesandhalftruths.com/2025/12/06/t...

Your attention please. Due to entirely avoidable circumstances and poor choice of approach angle round a tree, I have had to speak to car insurance people. On the phone. On the PHONE. I am now accepting thoughts, prayers and commiserations for my emotional damage. The car will recover. I may not.