Rattle and prattle,
in m’head there’s
a battle…

…and this be where I fight the war.

Here you will find personal rants, humorous antidotes, and the occasional short-backstory about Red Wood. Recollections from his past, his training, and his unique friends and companions—but never any spoilers.

Well, maybe a few bones to scry a betoken or two.

8-8-88 (Part 1)

By M.J. Hook | 07/19/2026

My beta readers kept asking me, “what’s the big deal…

8-8-88 (Part 2)

By M.J. Hook | 08/02/2026

He continues. “There’s nothing here for the baby. No crib, no bassinette, not even a supply of diapers, powders, ointment, or formula. Any woman as far along as she was would already have a stockpile of stuff ready to bring the baby home.”