I was recently asked to write a short story for the Wily Writers website. When Angel asked me I was completely over the moon and incredibly honoured, but then it dawned on me that I would actually have to write something. I always have loads of ideas running around my head at any given time, … Continue reading Jack’s Lament
Author: Joan De La Haye
Suicide Prevention Week Starts
Today marks the beginning of Suicide Prevention Week here in South Africa. According to the SADASG these are the signs to be on the look out for: KEY SIGNS OF DEPRESSION: * Loss of interest in things you like to do * Sadness that won't go away * Irritability or feeling angry a lot OTHER … Continue reading Suicide Prevention Week Starts
Suicide Prevention Week
Since suicide is a prevalent theme in Shadows I thought I'd let you know about this initiative. Suicide Prevention week runs from the 21st to the 28th of February here in South Africa. According to the South African Depression and Anxiety Support Group, in South Africa 9% of all teen deaths are caused by suicide. … Continue reading Suicide Prevention Week
Meet Jack
I would like to introduce you to Jack. He's everybody's favourite character in Shadows. So here are 20 things about Jack, according to Jack (I pinched this idea from the brilliant Cat Connor). 1. I'm a demon. 2. I was a French slave Trader. 3. I was born in Paris in 1765. 4. I'm 244 … Continue reading Meet Jack
Joan De La Haye 