Ivre by Andrija Popovic (The following is an initial draft of this work. All content is (c) Andrija Popovic 2015) "The pleasure place has a dungeon?" Adia's saw the lush comforts of the upper levels vanish as she descended. The soft lamps became guttering torches. Chains hung from the walls at random intervals. A low… Continue reading Ivre – Part 1: Arrival, Chapter 8
Life in the Hermitage
(Old hermit Roy Ozmer reading a book at his house: Pelican Key, Florida) It's been a month too long since I've posted. Chapter by Chapter revisions of Ivre continue. I've actually gotten a bit ahead and haven't posted recently. For the one person who's reading, I apologize. I've also been redrafting a short story, and… Continue reading Life in the Hermitage
Ivre – Part 1: Arrival, Chapter 7
Ivre by Andrija Popovic (The following is an initial draft of this work. All content is (c) Andrija Popovic 2015) "You build their homes like toy blocks set upon each other." Tellus gazed up as Strom guided them through the streets. If this was where some of the poorer citizens lived, he could not see… Continue reading Ivre – Part 1: Arrival, Chapter 7
On Hugos and Wes Anderson Quotes
(Updated: Now with the Whitman Brothers...) There is a pivotal moment in The Darjeeling Limited where the Whitman brothers, traveling through India in an attempt to reconnect as family, have a massive brawl on their train. It ends with two of the brothers being maced by the third, who runs off screaming "Stop including me!" Having… Continue reading On Hugos and Wes Anderson Quotes
Ivre – Part 1: Arrival, Chapter 6
Ivre by Andrija Popovic (The following is an initial draft of this work. All content is (c) Andrija Popovic 2015) "Almost there. We're reaching the outer limits now." Strom pointed to a series of low hills covered in walled farmlands and orchards. Late afternoon sun soaked the odd and crooked trees in amber. Winds picked… Continue reading Ivre – Part 1: Arrival, Chapter 6
Who is this Biomechanoid?
"Who are you?" This isn't just one of the great existential questions permeating our existence. For folks who've followed me since I began this on-line venture, it's a legitimate question. "Who is this guy? What does he think he's doing? What's with the book chapters?" Although some of this is covered in the About page,… Continue reading Who is this Biomechanoid?
Ivre – Part 1: Arrival, Chapter 5
Ivre by Andrija Popovic (The following is an initial draft of this work. All content is (c) Andrija Popovic 2015) "Bartolio! Why are you not enjoying yourself?" "I am the host, Praet." Bartolio Milicara bowed his head and clapped his hand Kidina's shoulder. The gilded edge of his silken red robe whispered against the floor.… Continue reading Ivre – Part 1: Arrival, Chapter 5
Ivre – Part 1: Arrival, Chapter 4
Ivre by Andrija Popovic (The following is an initial draft of this work. All content is (c) Andrija Popovic 2015) "Garis?" Quin Bin Laval poured a handful of seeds mixed with scrap meat into a tray beside the raven cage. Cawing with delight, the ravens landed on the battered wooden feeding tray and feasted on… Continue reading Ivre – Part 1: Arrival, Chapter 4
Ivre – Part 1, Chapter 3
Ivre by Andrija Popovic (The following is an initial draft of this work. All content is (c) Andrija Popovic 2015) Tellus looked into the campfire, seeking wisdom in the smoke and embers, but all he found were ashes. The soldiers set up camp around the oasis with the same practiced efficiency they burned the bodies… Continue reading Ivre – Part 1, Chapter 3
Ivre – Part 1: Arrival, Chapter 2
Ivre by Andrija Popovic (The following is an initial draft of this work. All content is (c) Andrija Popovic 2015) He may be ill-tempered, but he makes excellent bows. Tellus watched the merchant, Hanud Saath, and the archers atop the wagons. He saw no deformities or cheap wood. The strings were almost silken chords. Light… Continue reading Ivre – Part 1: Arrival, Chapter 2
Biomechanoid Blues 