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Awake
Three fantastic and speculative stories inspired by the 1988 masterpiece - Akira.
A journalist searching for the truth stumbles across startling revelations that will change their world forever, but will anyone believe them?
A marine struggling to come to terms with a brutal injury, but is the nightmarish scenario erupting around him finished with him yet?
A priest visits an old friend on his deathbed, but how will their faith endure when faced with the inevitability of death?
In the Otaku on Writing podcast, Jon Cronshaw, Lynn Sheridan, and Killian Carter break down classic anime and extract story ideas to create exciting new fiction. Listen to podcast episodes 1 to 4 and get a unique glimpse into the thought process behind these stunning tales.
A journalist searching for the truth stumbles across startling revelations that will change their world forever, but will anyone believe them?
A marine struggling to come to terms with a brutal injury, but is the nightmarish scenario erupting around him finished with him yet?
A priest visits an old friend on his deathbed, but how will their faith endure when faced with the inevitability of death?
In the Otaku on Writing podcast, Jon Cronshaw, Lynn Sheridan, and Killian Carter break down classic anime and extract story ideas to create exciting new fiction. Listen to podcast episodes 1 to 4 and get a unique glimpse into the thought process behind these stunning tales.
35 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 24, 2018
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About the author
Jon Cronshaw
101 books139 followersJon Cronshaw is a British science fiction and fantasy author based in the north of England, just south of the wall.
As a freelance features writer, he has had work published in local and national newspapers across the UK, including the Yorkshire Post and the Guardian.
He earned his PhD in history of art from the University of Leeds in 2011, focusing on the life and work of Anglo-American sculptor, Jacob Epstein (1880-1959).
He's a voracious reader, guide dog owner, ex-gamer, and wrestling fan.
As a freelance features writer, he has had work published in local and national newspapers across the UK, including the Yorkshire Post and the Guardian.
He earned his PhD in history of art from the University of Leeds in 2011, focusing on the life and work of Anglo-American sculptor, Jacob Epstein (1880-1959).
He's a voracious reader, guide dog owner, ex-gamer, and wrestling fan.
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August 1, 2018
Three short stories that were better then I thought they would be as they made me giggle and think. While all three were inspired by the same movie, all were wildly different. All made me sad when they ended because I wanted to see what happened next. Since they were short, perfect to read at lunch time. I enjoyed them all.
New evidence made me think after I finished laughing and was impressed and convinced Jon must have laughed himself sore when writing it. Could not have done it with a straight face.
Guardian Angel made me think it would end one way but then added a twist.
Angelus Hersey made me want to see what would happen next as it read like a great prequel to a wild story.
I read them all in one sitting just to see what the authors came up with. I was not disappointment at all.
New evidence made me think after I finished laughing and was impressed and convinced Jon must have laughed himself sore when writing it. Could not have done it with a straight face.
Guardian Angel made me think it would end one way but then added a twist.
Angelus Hersey made me want to see what would happen next as it read like a great prequel to a wild story.
I read them all in one sitting just to see what the authors came up with. I was not disappointment at all.
August 2, 2018
"We’re born not knowing anything, yet when all is said and done, and we lay on our deathbeds, do we really know any better than when we first entered the world?"
This collection appealed to my longtime love for open ended books, as well as reading pieces that make you question what you believe and why. Each short story is unique and refreshingly enjoyable.
This collection appealed to my longtime love for open ended books, as well as reading pieces that make you question what you believe and why. Each short story is unique and refreshingly enjoyable.
August 7, 2018
Title: Awake
Author: Jon Cronshaw, Lynn Sheridan, and Killian Carter
Publisher: No World Press
ISBN: B07FWL2CX8
Reviewer: Teresa Fallen Angel
Blurb:
Otaku Stories Volume 1
When I was tasked with selecting the opening anime for Otaku on Writing, it seemed like a lot of pressure. We want to start with a bang. Something that holds great memories from my younger years. I wanted it to also hold up. There is nothing worse than watching an old TV show or movie that only to realize that it is now complete and utter garbage.
So, that’s the stakes. Could I pick something that I loved, knowing that there is a possibility that it won’t hold up? Maybe it will appear dated or maybe my fondness is just a form of nostalgia-induced excitement.
I’ve watched a lot of anime so they pool to choose from is large, but no matter how much I think about it there appears to be only one obvious choice. It is probably the most well-known anime. In the UK, a country that was slow to adopt anime, this is one of the founding fathers. It is certainly the one that put anime firmly on my radar.
Hopefully, by now you’ll know exactly what I’m talking about, so I will stop skirting around the issue and just name it. I chose…Akira.
Great, so what now? Well, I’m glad you ask. First, we watched Akira, then we discussed it, and finally, we develop some story ideas based on Akira. Our goal is to examine anime, absorb all the awesomeness and try to write out own stories. It is us showing you that ideas can come from anything and how a writer may develop the idea into a fully formed story. Also, we just wanted an excuse to watch more anime… Haha, like we needed an excuse!
You can listen to our reviews, discussions, and story development sessions on the Otaku on Writing podcast. It is free, so there’s really no excuse. I think it will be an interesting way to enjoy the following stories, which are the results of us watching Akira.
Total Score: 4/5
Summary:
In New Evidence, I was not quite sure what the story was really bout. It read like a conversation linking aliens, the Illuminati, and the Nazi’s all rolled together. IT was an interesting twist, but one that had difficulty meshing together.
In Guardian Angel, Adam was badly injured in a war zone with little hope to survive after he lost his leg in an explosion. Adam reminisces about memories of his family and how his friend Jonesy died saving him his life. When all seemed lost Adam’s life was changed by something or someone he didn’t know existed. This reminds the reader that there is more in this world then we know or understand.
In The Angelus Heresy, Father Rutgart is faced with assisting another family with the loss of a parent or that is what he thought before the visit. In reality he is about to have everything he believes come into question as he is faced with a different version of the truth. Things are never as clear as we think because everyone has their own preconceived notions. It takes a strong dose of reality to bring clarity to a situation.
Author: Jon Cronshaw, Lynn Sheridan, and Killian Carter
Publisher: No World Press
ISBN: B07FWL2CX8
Reviewer: Teresa Fallen Angel
Blurb:
Otaku Stories Volume 1
When I was tasked with selecting the opening anime for Otaku on Writing, it seemed like a lot of pressure. We want to start with a bang. Something that holds great memories from my younger years. I wanted it to also hold up. There is nothing worse than watching an old TV show or movie that only to realize that it is now complete and utter garbage.
So, that’s the stakes. Could I pick something that I loved, knowing that there is a possibility that it won’t hold up? Maybe it will appear dated or maybe my fondness is just a form of nostalgia-induced excitement.
I’ve watched a lot of anime so they pool to choose from is large, but no matter how much I think about it there appears to be only one obvious choice. It is probably the most well-known anime. In the UK, a country that was slow to adopt anime, this is one of the founding fathers. It is certainly the one that put anime firmly on my radar.
Hopefully, by now you’ll know exactly what I’m talking about, so I will stop skirting around the issue and just name it. I chose…Akira.
Great, so what now? Well, I’m glad you ask. First, we watched Akira, then we discussed it, and finally, we develop some story ideas based on Akira. Our goal is to examine anime, absorb all the awesomeness and try to write out own stories. It is us showing you that ideas can come from anything and how a writer may develop the idea into a fully formed story. Also, we just wanted an excuse to watch more anime… Haha, like we needed an excuse!
You can listen to our reviews, discussions, and story development sessions on the Otaku on Writing podcast. It is free, so there’s really no excuse. I think it will be an interesting way to enjoy the following stories, which are the results of us watching Akira.
Total Score: 4/5
Summary:
In New Evidence, I was not quite sure what the story was really bout. It read like a conversation linking aliens, the Illuminati, and the Nazi’s all rolled together. IT was an interesting twist, but one that had difficulty meshing together.
In Guardian Angel, Adam was badly injured in a war zone with little hope to survive after he lost his leg in an explosion. Adam reminisces about memories of his family and how his friend Jonesy died saving him his life. When all seemed lost Adam’s life was changed by something or someone he didn’t know existed. This reminds the reader that there is more in this world then we know or understand.
In The Angelus Heresy, Father Rutgart is faced with assisting another family with the loss of a parent or that is what he thought before the visit. In reality he is about to have everything he believes come into question as he is faced with a different version of the truth. Things are never as clear as we think because everyone has their own preconceived notions. It takes a strong dose of reality to bring clarity to a situation.
August 5, 2018
A very interesting collection of short stories based on Akira, a 30-year-old Anime movie. After reading each of the stories and author’s notes I was very curious about Akira. After watching the subtitled edition, I reread these stories and had a much different understanding/appreciation for the wok of these three authors. While the stories stand on their own if you haven’t seen the movie, the movie allowed a perspective that I was lacking.
While each of the stories leaves the reader to ponder what may have come next, I found that aspect one of the really interesting items provided by these authors. I believe Killian says it best in his author’s notes “ …we don’t always have the answers, and all we can really do is try our best.”
I received an advance reader copy and have chosen to provide this review.
While each of the stories leaves the reader to ponder what may have come next, I found that aspect one of the really interesting items provided by these authors. I believe Killian says it best in his author’s notes “ …we don’t always have the answers, and all we can really do is try our best.”
I received an advance reader copy and have chosen to provide this review.
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