Eric Priezkalns

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When More Rules Mean Less

George Orwell was no fool. A lot of people like to think of themselves as victims. A lot less want to think...

Out of the Cauldron, Into the Kettle

In the last episode of Karen Zipslicer's adventures, Karen witnessed the riot in Farrago Square, and ran away. But where did she go...? Karen pushed...

Goodbye Species

Is there a chance? Such a beautiful creature must be saved. Such grace, such form. So unique. Ignore the killing, all species do such. See nature's perfection, how well it...

The Battle of Farrago Square

Last time, we left Karen stuck in Farrago Square, listening to Marianne Hardbun's speech... The crowd applauded and hollered and stamped their hooves enthusiastically. Marianne...

Palaver at Farrago Square

In the last episode of Karen Zipslicer's adventures, Karen had just ventured into Farrago Square, and seen the enormous crowd gathered there... As her awe...

Ten Slogans The Gun Lobby Never Uses

Guns don't kill people, people kill people. ...has to be the one of the most lampooned slogans ever, coming just behind Chairman Mao's 'Great Leap...

The Funnel Begins

In the last episode of Karen Zipslicer's adventures, she left Airship Downs, walking into the heart of town, headed for the ships that docked...

Why JJ Abrams Was A Bad Choice for Star Wars

Who could do more harm to Star Wars than Jar Jar Binks? J.J. Abrams could, and I think he will. The clue is in...

Rights and Chocolate

In the last episode of Karen Zipslicer's adventures, Karen was told the bad news that there were no airships that could fly her back...

Relentless Negativity of Pro-EU Camp

David Cameron is the Primeminister of the UK. So far, so uncontroversial. His status as a politician depends on the performance of...

Airship Downs (Reprise)

After a long hiatus, I am working on a complete rewrite of Karen Zipslicer's adventures in Lundern. This instalment retraces the steps of the...

Limbaugh Lied About Assault Rifles

Some words should not be used lightly, especially when they come in the wake of a tragedy. I realize I'm in the minority now, people...
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This website showcases content created by Eric Priezkalns, who also uses the pen name Ray Blank when writing science fiction. It includes stories, essays, poems, short films and audio recordings.

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