Craig Blaxall

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“The J Variable Isn’t Genius” by Craig Blaxall

Submitted to Contest #157

"I can hand write faster than someone typing on a typewriter,” said Ryan, with all the sincerity of a deluded person. He twirled his pen with one hand over his thumb and caught it in the ready-to-write position. Dermot rolled his eyes and rested his cheek on his fingers but said nothing. A couple of classmates nearby chuckled and went back to their work. Dermot thought he should keep a diary of Ryan’s pronouncements. So, when Dermot arrived home, that is exactly what he did.Dermot and Ryan first met at the start of the intermediate school ye...

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I have dyslexia and could bearly spell when I finished school. A couple of abusive teachers put me off writing. Maths was my favourite subject, and I topped the school. I taught myself to spell by using text chat channels on the internet. Many years ago I majored in science at university, although I didn't finish the degree. Recently I wrote a short story for my Chinese wife who is improving her English. The process was very enjoyable, so I kept going. Currently, I'm an autodidact writer.