Jennifer's Body (2009)is a sexy thriller involving bastardized occult rituals, murder, betrayal, and the supernatural. That’s a pretty short boil down to the movie, but there really isn’t too much more to it than that. The movie is full of plot holes (and yes, I realize the irony of that stateme
Read Full StorySomehow, a week has managed to come and go. Don't ask me how, I couldn't explain why the Earth spins, or how I could possibly have done so little in the week that just passed. Yup, did almost nothing again. Ok, that's not exactly true I suppose, just didn't make much headway with my writing goals.
Read Full StoryRandolph Lalonde’s Spinward Fringe Broadcast 6: Fragments is the latest release in his long running space opera. Unlike many of the authors that I will be reviewing over time, Lalonde is an independent author, self-publishing online only. Most of his work is available in e-book for only, though a
Read Full StoryIf you're looking for an unpredictable romp with werewolves, this isn't the movie for you. If you're looking for a tale where the werewolves are good guys, this isn't for you. If you're looking for a classic werewolf tale, then this is a pretty good route to take. The movie wasn't overly original
Read Full StoryAfter a lengthy bike ride, I found my way to Algonquin College. Unfortunately my reason for going there that day was a bust as I had forgotten something at home, but I decided to explore the place anyways. It took me an hour to get there, so I may as well explore, let my biking muscles recoup, and f
Read Full StoryThe Orphan is a story about family and loss. The thing that I want to emphasize the most when I review this particular piece is that it is a story about family first. Before the thrills, before the sadness, before the happiness and pain, it is a story about family. Not only that, it is a very cohesi
Read Full StorySo here I am, posting a day late. Sorry everyone, just didn't feel much like blogging yesterday. Have I been writing a lot like I'm supposed to be? Afraid not. In fact, I'm already dreadfully behind on my goal, having just spent two of the past seven days actually writing. I don't even have an excus
Read Full StoryIf you're looking for plot, you've come in the wrong direction. Crazies is a blood and guts, kill'em all style of movie. Originally, I had thought it was zombie-esque. But with our foes choosing not to dine on the corpses of the fallen, that removes that little taste of plotless glory. There's a
Read Full StoryIt's hard to believe that I've already been in Ottawa for over a week. I've spent so much time biking around, exploring the area, getting caught up with friends, and preparing for school that I feel absolutely exhausted. I suppose that's part of the reason why I chose to stick around the house today
Read Full StoryMarked as a thriller, this movie promised to be a non-stop ride through the end of the the world, literally. We were taken to "the end of the world", and there were some pretty awesome special effects. Ok, the special effects filled me with wonder at the awesome power of the things being depicted. I
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I have arrived in our nation’s capital, spent more money moving than I had hoped, unpacked, and setup my work station. I have things hooked up and ready to go. I have to give huge thanks to Andy and Steph for giving me a hand on the Sudbury side of things. And an equally huge [...]
08.5.10 | Writing | Shawn Gray
Review of L.A. Banks’ Never Cry Werewolf, 5th novel in the Crimson Moon series.
08.2.10 | Book Review, Horror Reviews, Reviews | Shawn Gray
Horror Review: This time I tackle an old B&W movie: Teenage Zombies (1959)
08.1.10 | Horror Reviews, Movie Review, Reviews | Shawn Gray
My farewell to Sudbury, whereupon I review what I’ve accomplished over the past two years.
07.29.10 | Writing, Ze Other Stuff | Shawn Gray
Ok, so it’s been a bit longer than expected since my last post. Don’t worry everyone, I’m not dead. Just been a little busy. My fiancee was home earlier than expected on Thursday, and left again late yesterday. In the interest of a future happy marriage, and our personal greed, we spent the whole time [...]
07.26.10 | Underground Writers, Writing | Shawn Gray
Horror Review: The new movie Shutter Island (2010)
07.25.10 | Horror Reviews, Movie Review, Reviews | Shawn Gray
Horror Review: Kelley Armstrong’s Frostbitten
07.20.10 | Book Review, Horror Reviews, Reviews | Shawn Gray
Another horror review: The Haunting (1963)
07.18.10 | Horror Reviews, Movie Review, Reviews | Shawn Gray
I’ve had a busy week. Once again, it never quite goes the way you would hope, but it can be busy anyways. My main projects this week were to get some critiques finished up, and get my first draft of a haunted doll story written. I managed the critiques: two short stories and a novel. [...]
07.15.10 | Events, Writing | Shawn Gray
My second of many horror reviews. This time, I tackle the movie Paranormal Activity (2009)
07.11.10 | Horror Reviews, Movie Review, Reviews | Shawn Gray
I meant to have this up yesterday, but got distracted by something. As I mentioned previously, I was planning on g...
Dear Readers: A big event is looming on the horizon, one that promises to challenge writers world-wide. Ok, maybe not...
Today I worked on my novel, "The Fall of Order." I added 400 brand-new words to my writing, removed about 600 in editing...