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Painting, painting on the Wall – Old, Gray and Wilde – is young Dorian, Dorian Gray, the Fairest of them all?

By William Van Zyl (Sept 2021) Listen to the podcast of the article: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-cxmsz-10f7824 The dagger is lodged deep in the chest of the rather ugly looking man. The now ‘older man’ is lying on the ground in a pool of blood. The painting of a beautiful young man lays beside him – almost unrecognisable… Continue reading Painting, painting on the Wall – Old, Gray and Wilde – is young Dorian, Dorian Gray, the Fairest of them all?

Cufflinks – hiding a Secret – crack missing Artwork Case wide open.

By William Van Zyl (September 2021) Listen to the podcast of the short story: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-he87e-10f8259 Two golden cufflinks – containing thumbnails of a famous self-portrait – had a secret. The small town of Znojelmo in the Czech Republic was the place of interest. The mystery had everyone guessing. Where could the 7 famous paintings be?… Continue reading Cufflinks – hiding a Secret – crack missing Artwork Case wide open.

Taped Mummy saved by a Silver WW2 Pocket Knife; rescued from the Wall of Death.

By William Van Zyl (September 2021) Listen to the podcast of this story: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-pz74v-10f92b2 On November 3, 1977 – in the middle of the night – a taped mummy hung limply from a wall. The tape that held the head up was slowly pulling away from the wall. The eyes, mouth, and nose were open… Continue reading Taped Mummy saved by a Silver WW2 Pocket Knife; rescued from the Wall of Death.

A transplanted heart – unsettled by murder – makes a 180-degree turn into a blinding light.

‘Guard your heart with all your power; because the heart of man is the wellspring of life.’ By William Van Zyl – a short story (only 2450 words). *Listen to the story on Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=qmny8-1043858-pb&from=embed&square=1&share=1&download=1&skin=1&btn-skin=7&size=300 At 11:16 on Wednesday, June 19, 2016, several deafening pistol shots rang from a carpark in a Pretoria mall in… Continue reading A transplanted heart – unsettled by murder – makes a 180-degree turn into a blinding light.

One Flew over the Bionic Flying Fox’s Nest.

By William Van Zyl (June 2021) Vintery, mintery, cutery, corn,Apple seed and apple thorn,Wire, briar, limber lockThree geese in a flockOne flew EastOne flew WestAnd one flew over the Bionic Flying Fox’s nest. ———————-0—————————– In the artificial nest lay two eggs – not a bird in sight. Below the nest – and interwoven in the… Continue reading One Flew over the Bionic Flying Fox’s Nest.

Writing Skills – Wood and Stone: How Prophecy Changes Everything.

*Comparing and contrasting the novels Moby Dick (by Herman Melville), and Macbeth (by William Shakespeare). By William Van Zyl (Published in 2021) Article. *Listen to the podcast of the full article: https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=w289b-1022217-pb&from=embed&square=1&share=1&download=1&skin=1&btn-skin=7&size=300 Fantasy Prophecy is a fascinating and compelling technique for Writing Fiction and Non-fiction. Prophecies, or a prophecy, can add a fascinating plotline to… Continue reading Writing Skills – Wood and Stone: How Prophecy Changes Everything.

The Encoded Pen

By William & Malinda Van Zyl Novella (103 pages/20,500 words) EXCERPT 1 Authenticity TREASURE A blue ripple with tones of grey crisscrosses the dune-like ocean floor. The wavy pattern of the sea surface reflects down onto the bottom with artistic flair. Shades of blue and grey float mysteriously over the scuba divers as they… Continue reading The Encoded Pen

Millions Ripped out by Surgeons: Skeletons laid scattered on the floor.

By William Van Zyl (Published in May 2021) – A Short Story. Listen to the podcast: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-5rmt9-10fa7ae The frames were laying on the floor like skeletons ripped of their flesh – vicious vultures had attacked. When the next shift of security guards arrived, they only found the remains. The two night-shift guards were handcuffed to… Continue reading Millions Ripped out by Surgeons: Skeletons laid scattered on the floor.

The Brooch, the Fur, and the Magic Hat from Virginiazstan.

Authors: William & Malinda Van Zyl PUBLISHING DATE: 1 October 2019 – download for free – search products on this website (ebooks/pdf) Link – download – https://fivehousepublishing.com/product/the-brooch-the-fur-and-the-magic-hat-from-virginiazstan/ Preface The fantasy novel portrays Camilla (Nena Van Zyl – Jacoba Cornelia Windell) as a young girl in a challenging forest. Barbarossa, an accursed adjacent forest, holds many… Continue reading The Brooch, the Fur, and the Magic Hat from Virginiazstan.

A transplanted heart – unsettled by murder – makes a 180-degree turn into a blinding light.

LIFE’S UNEXPECTED PRESSURES: When an aquifer’s pressure in your life becomes unbearable – excruciatingly painful – the way you process the pressure in the aquifer is vital. Framing it positively will produce an Artesian Well that will spring up and create wealth and abundance!

Artesian Well Theory:

The pressure in your aquifer could destroy you, or it could catapult you into a path of growth and development. If you process the situation right, you will ultimately experience victory. It will require resilience and a paradigm shift which will result in an artesian well.

Tardigrades and Radiotrophic Fungi – death-defiers and demon-destroyers.

By William Van Zyl Podcast of this article. Listen while you read OR just listen: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-5n4bm-1010cab July 2032 “As all the countries of the world are aware, an asteroid had been detected on radar for some time now. Black rock and ice are hurtling towards earth. We have an emergency!” said the radio host in… Continue reading Tardigrades and Radiotrophic Fungi – death-defiers and demon-destroyers.

A Prudent Strategy to Create Wealth: How to set up a Million Dollar Business in 90 Days?

Observations during the undercover- billionaire programs on television.

Writing Skills – Wood and Stone: How Prophecy Changes Everything.

By William Van Zyl Listen to the podcast (Podbean): The Extravagant Podcast: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-w289b-1022217 Listen to the podcast of this article: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-kwujq-fe921e Fantasy Prophecy is a fascinating and compelling technique for Writing Fiction and Non-fiction. Prophecies, or a prophecy, can add a fascinating plotline to a novel. It gives depth. It cleverly weaves mystery and suspense… Continue reading Writing Skills – Wood and Stone: How Prophecy Changes Everything.

Leaving Your Comfort Zone Requires Courage. A Brave Move Will Make You More Efficient! A Lesson from ‘The Little Prince’ (Famous Novel by French Writer: Antoine De Saint-Exupèry 1943).

By William Van Zyl A brief overview of the novel: The famous novel by Saint-Ex – a children’s book written in French – is about a young prince who visits various planets in space, including Earth, and addresses themes of loneliness, friendship, love, and loss. The Little Prince makes observations about life and human nature. The book is said… Continue reading Leaving Your Comfort Zone Requires Courage. A Brave Move Will Make You More Efficient! A Lesson from ‘The Little Prince’ (Famous Novel by French Writer: Antoine De Saint-Exupèry 1943).

Entering a Dark, Humid Cave – lit up by cat-eyed, yellow fiery flies – could turn your thinking upside down.

By William Van Zyl (March 2021) Entering a dark, humid cave – lit up by cat-eyed, yellow fiery flies – could turn your thinking upside down. Listen to the podcast link: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-vbeeq-feb056 On Friday, 5 March 2021, I stepped into the unknown. It was dark, humid, and very black. Yellow cat-eyes stared at me from… Continue reading Entering a Dark, Humid Cave – lit up by cat-eyed, yellow fiery flies – could turn your thinking upside down.

The Fox, the Badger, and the Megalodon Shark Tooth (short story).

Excerpt: I can see the flaming Sun—it is spewing red and yellow—I am so close to it. If I reach out, I can almost touch it. It is very different here. It is dead quiet. Too quiet. ‘Am I really living here? It feels so surreal; I have to pinch myself.’ It is the year 2060. Someone… Continue reading The Fox, the Badger, and the Megalodon Shark Tooth (short story).

Dressing Well: A Style Compass and Map for Rookies – the Stuck-in-a-rut Fly Fisherman Story.

By William Van Zyl (2020). The parable of the stylish fisherman and how he caught the most beautiful woman alive will get everyone’s attention; the word stylish will make men turn their heads in this direction. How did the fisherman land the extravagant catch you may ask? I am glad you have asked. Every beautiful,… Continue reading Dressing Well: A Style Compass and Map for Rookies – the Stuck-in-a-rut Fly Fisherman Story.

LESSON: Tips, ideas, and strategies to improve your writing as a teacher — have fun writing.

Use of the colon, semicolon, en-dash and em-dash in writing. Write that Essay (WTE) presentation PDL (Professional Learning Development) 6 Dec 2019 – By W. Van Zyl & F. Van Buren. *26 Powerpoint slides – converted to pdf format (download for free Five House Publishing). Ernest Hemingway was asked to sum up his life in… Continue reading LESSON: Tips, ideas, and strategies to improve your writing as a teacher — have fun writing.

Creatica: A Believers Guide to Perfectica.

July 2019 By William Van Zyl – A long-form article (3900 words with several images). Will take about 23 to 28 minutes to read. Introduction: Overview: Looking at the possible annihilation and extinction of animals, birds, insects, fish, and other animal life species on earth in a scientific, novel, and unique way. Futuristic. The intricate… Continue reading Creatica: A Believers Guide to Perfectica.