Author Archives: Topher

Quote of the Week

Posted on August 23, 2025 by Topher

Actor Jackie Chan was asked by this reporter. Was he happy with his life? His retort was thus: ‘You know I once heard some very wise words: …Your restless child is the dream of every childless person Your small home … Continue reading →

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Squid Game (2025) reviewed

Posted on August 16, 2025 by Topher

I looked through my blog posts. I’ve never posted about Squid Game. Yes, I’ve mentioned it in other reviews. I haven’t written specifically about the Korean series. Unless wandering in the Sahara, most would’ve heard of Squid. The series is … Continue reading →

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Dexter: New Blood (2021) reviewed

Posted on July 20, 2025 by Topher

The past fortnight, I’ve been allotting time to finish New Blood. I rented the ten eps on Amazon Prime. As they say, ‘Better late than never.’ The series continues where Dexter left off. Previously, our favourite vigilante loses his sister … Continue reading →

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The Dawn…

Posted on July 6, 2025 by Topher

Is different in Southeast Asia and Sydney Farmers plough the fields and drink black coffee long day ahead There, the sun is up in a hurry In Sydney, sunup varies by season instead It could be up soon, or remain … Continue reading →

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Dr Fuh

Posted on June 29, 2025 by Topher

He was our family doctor for many years Before, we consulted Dr Tung he hung up his stethoscope, cheers My sister came up with the find He introduced himself as ‘Dr Fuh, Dr Pepe Fuh’ he had a corny mind … Continue reading →

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1Q84 (2009) Reviewed

Posted on June 15, 2025 by Topher

After many weekends, I finally finished Haruki Murakami’s piece de resistance. 1Q84 was published in three volumes between late 2009/early 2010. Don’t believe the reviews. Yes, the book is quite detailed but it’s not a slog. The pacing is chippy … Continue reading →

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My kind of audience

Posted on June 1, 2025 by Topher

Every writer dreams of trending on the Times Best Sellers. It is, after all, the pinnacle of author success. Like the NBA, millions are after it but only 0.01 percent make it. For the rest, suiting up or charting remains … Continue reading →

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Dream (2024) reviewed

Posted on May 25, 2025 by Topher

Last weekend, my friend asked me what I had in store. Probably reading, I retorted. I’m fighting with this 2,000 page ebook by Murakami. He’s Japanese. I like the plan, he said. It’s cold and very rainy. Perfect for staying … Continue reading →

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The Alchemist (1988) reviewed

Posted on May 17, 2025 by Topher

‘And, when you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it.’ Some might be familiar with the phrase, taken from The Alchemist. I should’ve read this book twenty years ago but kept procrastinating. As they say, … Continue reading →

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‘American Pie’ (1971) song review

Posted on May 10, 2025 by Topher

Weeks ago, I rediscovered this epic song. ‘American Pie’ was released over fifty years ago. Younger generations are more familiar with Madonna’s 90s rendition. I’ve heard the original version before. Didn’t realise that it was over eight minutes long. Lost … Continue reading →

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