Leeron Heywood Writing

scifi

Lost In Chronological Transit

At first, the discovery that time travel only worked forwards was seen as a massive disappointment…

scifi

The Burden Of Personhood Until Proven Otherwise

If only someone in the NovaCorp Robotics legal team was inclined to consider disability law, the whole mess might have been avoided. Or perhaps not.

fantasy

An Inescapable Teacher

It amuses me how, even now, they’re baffled by my success with this dangerous magic. Assuming that I mastered it IN SPITE OF my body’s weakness…

realistic fiction

Sacrosanct Coffee And Beloved

Luis slowly stretched, taking stock of his body, particularly his stomach. Everything seemed… as well as could be hoped for, the day after chemo.

realistic fiction

Proudly Dappled Tutorials

“Hiiii lovely viewers! Myrtle and Joel are back for another episode of Proudly Dappled! Today’s video is sponsored by Cosy Carol Cosmetics..."

scifi

Health Without Conformity

“Mr and Mrs Palmer?” When the couple nodded, the doctor waved to the waiting chairs. “Please, take a seat. Now…”

urban fantasy

A Diverse Collection Of Chronic Conditions, All Supported

Janeen let herself in with confidence - only to pause. Perhaps she should've read more of the “chronic conditions support group” website…

urban fantasy

When The Laws Of Hospitality Are Binding

Crossing into the Fey Realm was much the same as any other boarder, until Imogen was pulled over about the contents of her snack suitcase…

realistic fiction

No Jaglion Left Behind

“I saw we dropped like twenty points in the rankings, and I’m sorry-” “YOU WERE IN HOSPITAL!!”

scifi

S.W.A.R.M. To The Rescue!

“Ah, well, it’s in the name.” Katherine tapped the side of her nose. “SPECIALISED Working And Rescue Machines.”

fantasy

A Demonic Relay

“For the record, I’m NOT happy about you having been lurking in my body. And I won’t apologise for exorcising you. However…”

urban fantasy

The Crip's Club Magic Clubhouse

At first, everyone thought it a hilarious joke that someone had put a “crip’s club” sign on the unused utility cupboard…

realistic fiction

Seeking Horror Without Typecasting

The thing is, Adrian had seen a lot of cosplayers and such while running this place, and these two just didn’t fit the bill…

fantasy

Blessed Bloodstone Beginnings

“So…” Mother smiled over her teacup. “How is married life treating you so far?”

fantasy

Cherished Eternal In Amber And Diamonds

The dress was beautiful. Lynn drank in her reflection, marvelling not only at the garment but every instruction Ralph had given the seamstress…

scifi

Intangible ROIs

“And here’s the latest!” Brian said proudly, gesturing at the whirring supercomputer. “HACAS is capable of running an entire hospital…”

fantasy

Student PDA (Personal Djinn Assistant)

“Are you going to insist that I let an otherworldly entity feast on my child’s soul to study here??”

scifi

More Of A Social Bug Than A Software One

“Chief? I think I’ve cracked the case of the Mysteriously Deaf Androids…”

scifi

A Caring Panopticon

Patient 52 was signalling for assistance. HACAS spun off an attention sub-network. Engaging speakers… “Good morning, Heather!”

realistic fiction

Different Rivers, Same Bridge

“Oh, this is wonderful!” Anne beamed at the two children playing in the middle of the floor. “He’s never had someone meet him where he is like this!”

realistic fiction

Finally, The Perfect Size

“Bella?” Ms Winters said from the doorway. “There’s a couple here looking to adopt you.” “They won’t…”

urban fantasy

The Invisible Undergrad

Hanna, student support counsellor, looked up as her door opened and smiled at the hula hoop levitating at shoulder height. “Oh, hello Greg! How are you today?”

scifi

Let Me Just Slip Into Something A Little More Space-Worthy

“Dr Wiggins?” “Carla, please.” She said carelessly, looking up from her starship prep. “You’re the witness, right? From the record office.” “Ah, actually…”

urban fantasy

More Like Super-Sensitivity

“Er, hello? I was wondering if you have any nose plugs which would work for humans?”

fairytale

Both Curses And Blessings Must Follow The Rules

“Pardon??” The fey spluttered, so shocked that for a moment it almost lost the glamour, showing a far more inhuman form. “You want to CURSE YOUR OWN BABY?”