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.

‘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.

Beddeken-tossels Red Baba se Lewe: Die Kambro-kind.

Deur William Van Zyl Published April 7, 2020 Gebasseer op n ware verhaal. Mev Venter lê bewusteloos op haar bed; n sagte suiggeluid breek die stilte in die slaapkamer. Mev Venter toon geen respons.   Daar is die suig geluid weer.    Mev Venter lê roerloos dwars oor haar bed. Op die grond beweeg n… Continue reading Beddeken-tossels Red Baba se Lewe: Die Kambro-kind.

Three Mountains and a Hill: Scorpions Guarding and Donkeys standing – Can you Hear the Grand Piano in the Background?

The significant connections and references from substantial mountains in the scriptures will stun you. It aligns just like the Pyramids – a configuration of ancient design. There is a grand piano playing in the background. You will hear it. One Mountain is guarded by scorpions, and they stood as tall as white donkeys.
As you read this article, you will identify the melody, understand the lyrics, and make sense of the aligned ancient encoded messages. You will locate the Law, The Prophetic and ultimately the Cross. They are aligned—pointing.

A cold, dead body lays in the dark rusted belly of a coffin – tattooed from head to toe with a secret message – it floats with the will to survive. Will Davy Jones swallow it?

By William Van Zyl (2021) The cylindrical coffin rolled over – slowly. It is as if a crocodile is doing a death-roll on its prey. As it rolls over, the brown rusted underbelly of the beast is suddenly exposed – rows of pan head rivets studded the tummy. The body is incarcerated. Some of the… Continue reading A cold, dead body lays in the dark rusted belly of a coffin – tattooed from head to toe with a secret message – it floats with the will to survive. Will Davy Jones swallow it?

Man spends three days in the deep, dark belly of a cold, cruel monster—dying slowly.

By William Van Zyl April 26, 2020 Listen to the podcast: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-4tisi-1020ac2 Encountering the monster Copyright©William Van Zyl – April 2020    Harrison – not Harrison Ford – is trapped. It is day three. Off the East coast of Africa, in a remote part of the ocean, 32 km from land, the Nigerian man is… Continue reading Man spends three days in the deep, dark belly of a cold, cruel monster—dying slowly.

The First Light and Sound in our Universe – contrasting Creation and Evolution.

By William Van Zyl LISTEN TO THE PODCAST: https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=35kaq-101efcb-pb&from=embed&square=1&share=1&download=1&skin=1&btn-skin=7&size=300 I have been pondering: what would the shortest academic paper in the world look like? After a search I include an example: *See the example WRITER’S BLOCK below. What would your shortest academic writing look like? APA style (American Psychology Association). What subject matter would you… Continue reading The First Light and Sound in our Universe – contrasting Creation and Evolution.

In the Ice Cold Belly of the Golden Dragon, it Rumbles, Spins, and Twirls. Light Atoms Spark and Flash – the almost Frozen Creature is at Work.

By William Van Zyl (April 2021) Icy cold vapour is trapped in the belly of the Golden Dragon. The temperature is below –200 degrees Celsius. The tummy is cool, very cool. The intestines are frozen. Light and atoms are subjected to the cold. But, it is at this temperature that the beast obeys. It follows… Continue reading In the Ice Cold Belly of the Golden Dragon, it Rumbles, Spins, and Twirls. Light Atoms Spark and Flash – the almost Frozen Creature is at Work.

How can a quartz crystal ‘pace’ a clock? On the other hand, how can a belief ‘pace’ a human being?

By William Van Zyl Published in 2021, April 20. Tick, tock, tick, tock, … you are reading a time-clock.   Isn’t that just stunning? I mean in one second you have to count from 1 to 32,768 – it is humanly impossible. It is this vibration that has me in awe in this article. Wait for… Continue reading How can a quartz crystal ‘pace’ a clock? On the other hand, how can a belief ‘pace’ a human being?

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.

Wear Forgiveness as a Stellar Crown—like Jean Valjean, forever remembered in the Night Sky – Valjean 24601.

This article covers the power of love, care and forgiveness. The most significant is forgiveness. The protagonist, Jean Valjean is forgiven.,the slate of his his life is wiped clean. But, Javert is obsessed to destroy Valjean. Valjean’s life changes for the good. 24601 is forgiven…the night sky is witness.

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).

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).

Rudders, Oars, and ‘Systems’ for Goal Setting.

Posted by William Van Zyl – May 3, 2020 Listen to the podcast (Podbean): https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-rrdzn-102059d Introduction Copyright©William Van Zyl – May 2020         Have you ever been rowing in a rowboat without a rudder? You paddle hard; however, you have no control over your direction. A proper rudder – with well-chosen oars –… Continue reading Rudders, Oars, and ‘Systems’ for Goal Setting.

Beddeken-tossels Red Baba se Lewe: Die Kambro-kind.

Gebasseer op n ware verhaal.

Mev Venter lê bewusteloos op haar bed; n sagte suiggeluid breek die stilte in die slaapkamer.

Mev Venter toon geen respons.
Daar is die suig geluid weer.
Mev Venter lê roerloos dwars oor haar bed.
Op die grond beweeg n klein bondeltjie.
Twee klein armpies swaai en gryp in die lug.
Die klein vasgedraaide klein mensie kan nie meer huil nie.
Dit is dag twee.

Dan ontwaak Mev Venter uit haar diep slaap.
“Waar is my baba?”
Haar liefdevolle hand soek oor haar bed. Hy is weg.
Sy raak angstig.
Dan, kyk sy na die vloer.
“Daar is hy, daar is hy! Hy het iets in sy mond. O nee!”
Fransie maak sy oë oop as hy sy ma se stem hoor.
Sy mond beweeg in a suig beweging.
Dan swaai sy arms asof hy nie asem kan kry nie.
“Wat is in jou mond?” roep Fransie se ma uit as sy opspring en hom opraap.
Sy is deur die slaap. N diep slaap…