WIP extract book 2 of 6 SlenderWolf In With the In Crowd Chapter 38 The Magic Spell “Those letters that were found in your antique chest,” says Conning, “they were all in completely authentic Manx. So with my level of knowledge, there was no way I was going to understand everything. The Colonel is fluent though, he told me they were 150 year old love letters between a marine and his wife and they were really sensitive. It wasn’t the love letter bit that was delicate, but apparently something about the operations of the Garrison!” “What did they say?” asks KristalClear, “did he give you any clues?” “No! It was a very short chat, he’s passed all the letters to CandiCrush. Originally we thought BillyBarr would get them for the library, but it seems that they won’t ever be made public.” “I suppose love letters should be private, even 150 year old ones!” A watercolour painting of an attractive young girl aged 17. She has beautiful long straight deep brown hair and her eyes are chestnut coloured. Her face has a gentle expression with a hint of a smile. She is wearing a plain white T shirt (and blue jeans out of shot). The image is labelled KristalClear (an animal lover, she is demi-psychic, but struggles with reading the minds of humans). A watercolour painting of an attractive young girl aged 17. She has gorgeous long medium ash brown hair and her eyes are dark chestnut brown. Her face has a picture perfect smile revealing lovely white teeth. She is wearing a powerful yellow crop top dance outfit over a curvaceous body. The image is labelled Conning (Manx, pronounced KonYing, meaning bunny). copyright © Scott Rochester 2026

#WIPsnips 28 Mar 'original'

KristalClear and NutJob have bought an old secondhand chest of drawers.

Even though they don’t yet have a home of their own!

It contains a secret

Written in #Manx

Conning is Manx. So is the Colonel.

#scifi #SlenderWolf #Mystery #writingCommunity #Lancaster #antiques

ENTRIES ARE NOW OPEN FOR ROUND 2!! 📣🇮🇲📣

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#ARA #Jurby #Manx #isleofman #iom #Sidecars

ARA Championship Standings after Round 1!

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#ARA #Jurby #Manx #isleofman #iom #Sidecars #Motorcycles #Racing #acu

AngryBard Somebody once made the mistake of reading “Andy Barr” as “AngryBard” and now he can’t shake off the nickname. A lovely but timid thirteen year old, AngryBard will happily curl up in a comfy chair, wit...

#WIPsnips 25 Mar 'gentle'

More about AngryBard on the website

www.slenderwolf.com/novels/chara...

#scifi #SlenderWolf #writingCommunity #IndieAuthor #bookSky #LoveStory #Lancaster #Manx

WIP extract book 2 of 6 SlenderWolf In With the In Crowd Chapter 34 Examination Technique “That sounds interesting,” says AngryBard, “tell me more.” Kayt responds, “they’re black satin, and I want to know if you think they look nice on me.” “They looked nice in the shop. I’m sure you’ll look gorgeous wearing them. And if you’re going to be all over me again tonight then please be gentle with me, I don’t want to be covered in bruises for a whole week, what if grandpa notices?” “We’ll make sure he doesn’t notice. The only reason I’m all over you Bard is because I’m showing you what I want, you should be all over me. Isn’t it obvious by now?” “It’s obvious! But it’s all very sudden, and it’s all very new to me, can’t we talk about things? I don’t know what I’m doing, but I do know that it’s important to talk about things … so that neither of us gets the wrong idea … nor has any unreasonable expectations.” “What?” “Kayt, you mean everything to me, you’re …” [text deliberately truncated] A watercolour painting of an attractive 17 year old girl posing for a headshot. She has gorgeous long dark golden blonde hair and her eyes are dark hazel brown. Her face has a picture perfect smile revealing lovely white teeth. She is wearing a lurid lime green crop top dance outfit over a shapely body. The image is labelled Kayt (Manx, pronounced Cat, meaning kitty) A watercolour painting of a slim, attractive 14 year old boy - he has neat dark brown hair, trimmed nicely with a gentle wave on the crown. His eyes are a beautiful deep blue. His face has a thoughtful expression with a hint of a smile. He’s wearing a white T shirt against a plain grey background. The image is labelled AngryBard. He’s rarely angry unless you interfere with his book reading habit. copyright © Scott Rochester 2026

#WIPsnips 25 Mar 'gentle'

AngryBard is visiting the Isle of Man. He's spent the whole day worrying that people can see the love bites on his neck.

The angsty couple are finding harmony, or something similar!

#scifi #SlenderWolf #writingCommunity #IndieAuthor #bookSky #LoveStory #Lancaster #Manx

If anyone fancies learning #Welsh or #Gaelic, Glossika is a flashcard of phrases, free of charge for endangered languages. #Manx is also a free option but #Irish costs. It's hard work but a really effective way to learn our native tongues. You'll know real language without poring over grammar.

THIS WEEKEND!! 📣

Sat Test Day: Adults £3
Sun Race Day: Adults £6
Under 16s Free 🎟️

The weather is looking good and we have a huge entry for the first round of the season including sidecars! 🇮🇲

#ARA #Jurby #Manx #isleofman #iom #Sidecars #Motorcycles #Racing #ACU

Miara is always stunning, no matter what angle you catch her at!
Don't you agree?
#Manx #Tux #Model #AdoptMe #Virginia #Bonded

Image is foot tracks and teeth marks allegedly made by Gef.

#GothicSpring #Mythology #MythologySky #Folklore #FolkloreSky #Cryptozoology #CryptozoologySky #Cryptid #Monster #MonsterSky #Spirit #Ghost #GhostSky #Animal #Mongoose #IsleOfMan #Manx

A short scenic drive across the Isle of Man.

This time from Laxey to Ballaglass Glen, heading out to film my next walking video. Sunshine, sea mist and some beautiful Manx roads.

Watch here:
youtu.be/YelIYhxTAc4

#IsleOfMan #Manx #BallaglassGlen #DrivingVideo #ScenicDrive

#manx

#Caturday
#Orangekitty
#Manx
#Dilutedtorti

Glè thoilichte a bhith a' toirt seachd na h-òraid seo a-nochd do Chomann Gàidhlig Inbhir Nis. A' dèanamh fiughair ri bhith faicinn na Cultarlainne airson a' chiad uair cuideachd!

Very happy to be delivering this lecture tonight on the #Manx #Gaelic Bible in Inverness's new Gaelic centre!

extract from book 2 of 6 SlenderWolf In With the In Crowd Chapter Chapter 38 The Magic Spell “I suppose love letters should be private, even 150 year old ones!” “Yes. though I have a one year old one from Max, remember? You’re the only other person who knows about it.” “That day we talked about the horoscopes,” says KristalClear, “you kept it?” “Have you never kept any old love letters?” “Only from Dash, I never kept any of the crappy ones from when I was younger! They were all cringe worthy. Why did you keep the one from Max? Doesn’t HayWire every write anything?” “He doesn’t need to! We’re practically living together already!” replies Conning. “but do you remember that day? We were discussing horoscopes for the first time. I kept a copy of that too!” Conning takes a newspaper cutting from her handbag. Libra Thrilling news awaits you, though it may raise anxiety levels at first. Sometimes the best things come from unexpected directions. Your determination and positive energy will help you make the most of a new opportunity. Played well, this may be a stepping stone to an explosive new development for you, or for somebody close to you. Keep your options open, and be mindful what you say. Fate rewards the brave. copyright © Scott Rochester 2026

I kept it because it said fate rewards the brave,” she says, “and it all made sense after I saw HayWire. He was the somebody close to me, even though I didn’t know it at the time” “Yes, it does seem to make sense to me now,” says KristalClear, “we all thought you were very brave cosying up to HayWire!” “He was brave too, in different ways. But my problem is the old letter from Max. It’s in my chest of drawers at home, it’s not in HayWire’s apartment. I have to destroy it before anybody sees it. What if mum found it?” “And you can’t let HayWire ever know about it!” “Obviously not! So I wanted to ask you to help me. I though a ceremonial burning, but I can’t have make a fire without having somebody on hand to make sure it’s all safe!” KristalClear - a watercolour painting of an attractive young girl aged 17. She has beautiful long straight deep brown hair and her eyes are chestnut coloured. Her face has a gentle expression with a hint of a smile. She is wearing a plain white T shirt. Conning (Manx, pronounced KonYing, meaning bunny) - a watercolour painting of an attractive young girl aged 17. She has gorgeous long medium ash brown hair and her eyes are dark chestnut brown. Her face has a picture perfect smile revealing lovely white teeth. She is wearing a powerful yellow crop top dance outfit over a curvaceous body. copyright © Scott Rochester 2026

#WIPsnips 5 Mar 'destroy'

A 150 year old love letter in Manx.

The Colonel is a native #Manx speaker, and the letters have delicate military details so are now in the hands of the Garrison.

The conversation moves on to recent events.

#scifi #SlenderWolf #writingCommunity #LoveStory #Lancaster

#Cornish for 'mint' (herb) is "menta".
#Manx for 'mint' (herb) is "mynthey" ("cooiney" is "mint" as in 'minting coins'.)

mynthey gharagh ~ spearmint
mynthey jiarg ~ watermint
mynthey ny gabbil ~ horsemint
mynthey phibbyragh ~ peppermint
soolagh mynthey ~ mint sauce
#Gaelg #langsky #Kernewek

A watercolour painting of a smart, attractive 33 year old female military officer with chestnut coloured eyes, and medium ash brown hair. Her hair is brushed back into a tight bun behind her head. There's a look of concentration on her face and she has a hint of a smile. She's wearing gold stud earrings, dark eye shadow, and pale pink lipstick. Over a dark olive T shirt Commander Crush is wearing MTPs (Multi Terrain Pattern, AKA camouflage). The image is labelled CandiCrush. copyright © Scott Rochester 2026

#WIPsnips 26 Feb 'highlight'

More about CandiCrush on the website

www.slenderwolf.com/novels/chara...

#scifi #SlenderWolf #secrets #writingCommunity #IndieAuthor #survival #Lancaster #Manx

extract from book 2 of 6 SlenderWolf In With the In Crowd Chapter 38 The Magic Spell The Colonel raises his hand to his forehead again, “Lieutenant Edward Kelly? I can’t believe he had the same name as me! And he was putting confidential information into private letters home? Secret agents are supposed to keep everything secret, even from their wives!” “Well the Worringfolk probably didn’t have any Manx speakers,” says CandiCrush, “but I agree he was still taking a risk! Even if it is written in Manx” “I’ll translate all of them for you as soon as I can. Do we have a protocol for this? Can I do it here, in the library in the Coliseum? Can I get a temporary desk in the Garrison?” “You’re a Colonel, I’m a Commander, you tell me what the protocol is.” “I’ve not read Standing Orders for years and I don’t have a copy here. Tell Captain Thomson about this, I want a desk near him or near you. This one is highlighting discontent within the RedCircle.” A watercolour painting of a 70 something man. He has short neat fair hair, and proud chestnut coloured eyes. His forehead and face have no wrinkles, but his jaw and his chin, and the mild folds of skin on his neck reveal that he’s quite old. He has a neutral expression as if posing for a regimental portrait. He is wearing a pale blue dress shirt and his cricket club tie, which has bold stripes of Royal blue, dark blue and silver. The image is labelled “The Colonel”. A watercolour painting of a smart, attractive 33 year old female military officer with chestnut coloured eyes, and medium ash brown hair. Her hair is brushed back into a tight bun behind her head. There's a look of concentration on her face and she has a hint of a smile. She's wearing gold stud earrings, dark eye shadow, and pale pink lipstick. Over a dark olive T shirt Commander Crush is wearing MTPs (Multi Terrain Pattern, AKA camouflage). The image is labelled CandiCrush. copyright © Scott Rochester 2026

extract from book 2 of 6 continued SlenderWolf In With the In Crowd Chapter 38 The Magic Spell “We’ll get you a desk, and you’ll need a plausible role, nobody is supposed to know that there’s a secret service.” “That’s the easy bit, military historian, research, suggest I’m doing it to help with a recruitment drive. The difficult bit is NutJob and Kristal. Where is their chest of drawers now? Can they read Manx? If they can they might already know that that there was secret agent embedded in Chester 150 years ago!” “And,” adds CandiCrush, “if they’ve already worked that out, then they’ve probably figured out that we have one there even now. Two actually!” “We can’t talk about this here,” says the Colonel, “I’ll ask Peter to saddle up two horses, we have work to do now! In your office.” A watercolour painting of an attractive young girl aged 17. She has beautiful long straight deep brown hair and her eyes are chestnut coloured. Her face has a gentle expression with a hint of a smile. She is wearing a plain white T shirt (and blue jeans out of shot). The image is labelled KristalClear (an animal lover, she is demi-psychic, but struggles with reading the minds of humans). A watercolour picture of a charming young man aged 17. He has neat well groomed brown hair, his eyes are bright blue, and his face has an a simple, polite smile although it looks as if he's concentrating. He's wearing a plain white T shirt against a light grey background. The image is labelled NutJob. copyright © Scott Rochester 2026

#WIPsnips 26 Feb 'highlight'

NutJob and KristalClear have bought an antique chest of drawers. With a surprise secret compartment.

The Colonel and CandiCrush are debating what to do about it.

#scifi #SlenderWolf #pirates #writingCommunity #IndieAuthor #survival #Lancaster #Manx

Only 2 weeks to our first ARA ACU Test Day! 👏🇮🇲👍

#ARA #Jurby #iom #motorsport #Isleofman #manx #acu

This is Siegfried. He’s a #OOAK, 23cm, 5 jointed #bear, #handmade from minty blue on brown #mohair & dark brown #ultrasuede paws. He wears a brown scarf made from #Manx #Loaghtan 🐑 #wool. If you'd like to adopt him: www.AroweBears.etsy.com
#bears #crafts #teddybear #madeinherts #gift #jointed #etsy

Ravens (Corvus corax) can often been seen in upland areas and the local Snaefell pair are particularly friendly. They regularly greet contractors with a 'cronk cronk' call, and occasionally engage in 'conversation' with a particular contractor 😊

The #Manx for raven is 'feeagh'.

Budget 2026: Treasury Minister’s plan for ‘stability, security and confidence’ Home News Social media Chris Thomas unveils financial outlook for year ahead The treasury minister has told Tynwald this year’s Budget represents ‘stability, security and confidence’. Chris Thomas believes the financial plan sets out a ‘pathway’ towards reducing the Island’s reliance on general reserves. That’s despite what he describes as the continuing need for ‘significant’ public expenditure. Revenue Revenue spending for 2026-27 is budgeted at £1.47 billion representing a spend of £18,280 for each person on the Isle of Man.

Budget 2026: Treasury Minister’s plan for ‘stability, security and confidence’

#manx #news #iom #isleofredtv #budget

Treasury Minister announces extra £45 million for health Home News Social media Health services will get an extra £45 million in spending this year. Douglas Central Chris Thomas was delivering his first budget as Treasury Minister this morning. In Tynwald, he said the total put aside for health would be £412 million this year. He revealed that figure would increase long-term spending on health:

BUDGET 2026: Treasury Minister announces extra £45 million for health #manx #news #iom #isleofredtv #budget

Kayt – SlenderWolf

#WIPsnips 14 Feb 'sweetheart'

More about Kayt on the website

www.slenderwolf.com/novels/chara...
#scifi #SlenderWolf #LoveStory #Manx

The plant "lavender" mirrors both Irish 🇮🇪:lus liath and Scottish Gaelic 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿:lus-liath in Manx:

🇮🇲:lavander
🇮🇲:lus lheeah ("grey plant")

#Manx #Gaelg #langsky #Gàidhlig #Irish #Gaeilge

extract from book 2 of 6 SlenderWolf In With the In Crowd Chapter 34 Examination Technique “I’m coming back as soon as school ends in June. That’s Friday 28 June, I checked. I’ll be on this ship again on the 29th. Do you think grandad will be OK if I stay for eight weeks? “I’ll make sure grandad is OK. OK with everything. Though he might not live that long. Don’t rush to buy your ticket. We need to work out the best way to do this.” Do you think I’ll be able to get some work in Douglas for the summer? I can do day work in the docks if there’s nothing else. But Bard! Your hands! You’re a musician … you’re an artist … and you’re my sweetheart. You have to take care of your hands! Soft, gentle hands, you have magician’s hands. These are my hands, they’re allowed to invade my personal space. She takes hold of both his hands and places them against her sides, pressing them to grip her waist, encouraging him to fondle her. “I want you to keep them just the way they are. I’m going to find some work.” A watercolour painting of an attractive 17 year old girl posing for a headshot. She has gorgeous long dark golden blonde hair and her eyes are dark hazel brown. Her face has a picture perfect smile revealing lovely white teeth. She is wearing a lurid lime green crop top dance outfit over a shapely body. The image is labelled Kayt (Manx, pronounced Cat, meaning kitty) A watercolour painting of a slim, attractive 14 year old boy - he has neat dark brown hair, trimmed nicely with a gentle wave on the crown. His eyes are a beautiful deep blue. His face has a thoughtful expression with a hint of a smile. He’s wearing a white T shirt against a plain grey background. The image is labelled AngryBard. He’s rarely angry unless you interfere with his book reading habit. copyright © Scott Rochester 2026

#WIPsnips 14 Feb 'sweetheart'

The poorly matched, angsty couple (14yo & 17yo) are the only ones to use Sweetheart

She's left school, he hasn't.

Kayt left #Lancaster and is looking after Grandad.

Kayt's catchphrase is usually "don't invade my personal space"

#scifi #SlenderWolf #LoveStory #Manx

A chiuahua looking anxious

Shout out to anyone else who's in a vets surgery trying to reassure an anxious chihuahua in #Manx

LLC Commons: Christopher Lewin and Elisa Vivaldi | Literatures, Languages & Cultures | Literatures Languages and Culture The inaugural event in the new LLC Commons cross-discipline and cross-departmental events series. It features Christopher Lewin (Celtic and Scottish Studies) and Elisa Vivaldi (PhD Candidate in Italia...

Edinburgh's LLC Commons later this week will hear a paper from Dr Christopher Lewin, MSCA Research Fellow in Celtic and Scottish Studies: 'Could we but get such a thing as an Erse Dictionary’: The Manx Bible (1748–75) in a pan-Gaelic context.

#Manx #Gaelg #Gaelic

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extract from book 2 of 6 SlenderWolf In With the In Crowd Chapter 40 Tension and Harmony Bashfully, he does as instructed, moving his chair a mere 5cm nearer to Conning. She pats his thigh lightly, happy that he’s made even this small adjustment in the direction of a more open show of intimacy. Her hand remains resting lightly in place on his thigh. Julia has brought a large pot of tea, and arranges five cups and saucers at the table before selecting the obvious spot, sitting down roughly opposite the girls. Julia is going to be an important part of this discussion. “OK, now show me this guest list,” she says. A water colour painting of a waitress aged 22 years old, looking happy and cheerful. She has long dark chocolate brown hair, and deep chestnut brown eyes. A gorgeous smile and perfect white teeth. She is wearing a smart, clean white blouse, and she has no jewellery. The image is labelled Julia . copyright © Scott Rochester 2026

#WIPsnips 9 Feb 'select'

Something delicate is afoot in Magnum Opus.

KristalClear, NutJob, Conning and Haywire are meeting Julia to plan for it.

Of course, #Manx tea is an important element.

#scifi #SlenderWolf #romance #amediting #writingCommunity #bookSky #LoveStory #WriteSky

Man treated for non-life threatening injuries following Ramsey incident Home News Social media Two arrests made following reports of man being assaulted near Tesco A man has received hospital treatment for non-life threatening injuries following an incident in Tesco car park in Ramsey earlier today, Saturday 7 February. In a statement issued this evening, the Isle of Man Constabulary has confirmed that officers responded to reports of a male having been assaulted in the area of the store on Bowring Road.

Man treated for non-life threatening injuries following Ramsey incident
#news #isleofman #manx #ramsey #isleofredtv

AI technology can 'lighten load on Manx speakers,' student says Chris Bartley is developing a machine-learning model to help transcribe Manx Gaelic.

"AI Technology can 'lighten load on Manx speakers' "
A PHD student developing Artificial Intelligence speech recognition technology for Manx Gaelic said he hopes it "lightens the load" for some native speakers.
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#Manx #language #langsky