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Merle Darling writes fiction in an alternative history setting, flavoured with steampunk and a touch of magic

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Delectable Words (part 3)

Posted on April 16, 2014 by MerleUKJanuary 3, 2014
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The final group of delectable words that I’m going to spotlight. One can, after all, have too much of even a delectable thing! Chapter 13 (Verfarkas): “The morning kept slipping out of view and the events of the previous night came … Continue reading →

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Delectable Words (part 2)

Posted on March 14, 2014 by MerleUKJanuary 3, 2014
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Yes, I’m sharing a few more delectable words! You’ve probably found some of your own, but I’m particularly fond of these: From good old Chapter 21 (I’m starting to wonder if this chapter may have been overwritten!): “By the time … Continue reading →

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A Gallery of Aerships

Posted on March 1, 2014 by MerleUKFebruary 4, 2014
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A few weeks ago, io9 posted a beautiful photo gallery of historic aerships, dirigibles and zeppelins. It seemed selfish not to share this with you! Like goggles, dirigible-type aerships are a steampunk staple. We always imagine them as being kitted out … Continue reading →

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Delectable Words (part 1)

Posted on February 19, 2014 by MerleUKFebruary 3, 2014
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I like words. You’ve probably noticed that. While I was proofreading The Upsilon Knot, I was tickled to notice some of the words I’d used in telling the story. I mean other than “goggles” or “aership,” both of which were to … Continue reading →

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Genuine Time Travel!

Posted on February 3, 2014 by MerleUKFebruary 3, 2014
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This may be the most magical thing I’ve ever seen on YouTube. It’s 6 minutes of actual footage from the turn of the last century. Tiny bits from ordinary days in various cities around the world. Scored with a Satie … Continue reading →

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