Had I heard of the Numbers Stations? A friend on Twitter wanted to know. This is how it all began, how I fell down this rabbit hole. That late night conversation on Twitter got me thinking. Not only had I never heard of these things, but it had never occurred to me that spy radio … Read more
As wonderful as their mice are, there’s no avoiding the fact that the Elecom profiler program leaves a lot to be desired. This troubleshooting guide aims to help you install your new Elecom mouse and create working profiles. The model I am working with here is MDT1/2UR BK as per my review. However, the profiler … Read more
Those familiar with sound production will know how important professional quality sound effects are and how expensive they can be. If you are on a budget, you have to get a little creative with sourcing your sound effects. So is it possible to create high-quality soundscapes using effects that you have downloaded or produced yourself? … Read more
Creating characters for writing can be daunting. It’s not my most favourite task in the world, but it is essential to creating a believable and relatable storyline. Since I first started my horror narrative podcast Flow, I have used the same set of characterisation techniques. Most creative writing is reliant upon a character-driven narrative. Therefore … Read more
The digital world has revolutionised the way in which we can create art. It is now easy for anyone with access to the right technology and programs to release their creations upon the world. So, just what are the main differences between digital and analogue art? The Basics Analogue art is that which is created … Read more
Most of us use a PC or a laptop to write now and lots of people looking for a free alternative to Word. As lovely a program as Microsoft Office is, many find the payment options too steep. So just what is an aspiring writer, blogger, skint student or general note taker to do? There … Read more
I first fell in love with digital art about 5 years ago, after being taught basic Photoshop in university. For many years, I had noodled around with watercolour painting and sketches, but rarely had time to indulge. I have used Photoshop now, along with Illustrator to create digital art since. If I am honest, I … Read more
Recently, I wrote a post about how to self-publish a book, offering a stress-free guide for those who are new to the world of indie publishing. After the book is uploaded to the chosen retailer, thoughts will be turning to how to make money, increase sales and reach prestigious chart positions. There are literally dozens … Read more
With the New Year fast approaching, many creative writers are thinking about ways to get their novel published in 2018. There are so many ways you could make this dream come true, from traditional publishing, to blog serials to sites like DeviantArt which has a thriving community of writers as well as visual artists. Whichever … Read more
A good quality drone with a great camera is a bit pricey in Pakistan so if you’re an amateur, it’s better to invest in a cheap but sturdy one. A beginner’s drone will help you get the hang of it so that you can soar the skies with a bigger and better flying contraption ASAP. … Read more