What is the story behind the self-published science fiction novel “Laenif”? Here’s the behind the curtain look at writing and publishing the first two books of what is becoming the Laenif Trilogy.
Prose
Prose written by pros – fiction, essays, and miscellaneous non-poetry writing
Fiction Prose Writing
Untitled Mini-Series About Steve: Part 4: “Yes, Mother.”
Part Four of an untitled mini-series about a character named Steve, a young college student with ambitions of being a writer. Written in 2009 at the College of Santa Fe by BW Derge. In the fourth part, Steve’s mother pays a visit.
Prose Writing
Opinion Piece: Top 5 Best Video Games of All Time
In my extremely biased opinion, these are the best video games of all time. Having grown up in the GameCube era as a big Nintendo guy, these are my favorite 5 video games that I still play.
Fiction Prose Writing
A Vision of the Future: The A.I. Nightmare Scenario
Future science fiction dystopian short story by BW Derge – enter your A.I. Nightmare scenario.
Doodles Prose Writing
Doodle Drawings for Mindfulness, Relaxation, and Self-Exploration
In the rush of daily life, finding moments of calm can feel like a challenge. Meditation and journaling are often recommended as ways to unwind, but there’s another simple, creative tool that can bring a sense of tranquility —doodling.
Fiction Prose Writing
Untitled Mini-Series About Steve: Part Two (Going Dental)
Part Two of an untitled mini-series about a character named Steve, a young college student with ambitions of being a writer. Written in 2009 at the College of Santa Fe by BW Derge. “Going Dental”
Prose Writing
Cosmic Expanse: The Distance Between Stars and the Intergalactic Medium
Is space travel to other stars, or other galaxies, within the realm of possibility?
Fiction Prose Writing
Untitled Mini-Series About Steve: Part One (Hello)
Part One of an untitled mini-series about a character named Steve, a young college student with ambitions of being a writer. Written in 2009 at the College of Santa Fe by BW Derge. “Hello”
Prose Writing
How to Deal with Existential Dread : 10 Strategies
Top 10 Strategies for Dealing with Existential Dread: Existential dread can creep in when you least expect it—a quiet moment, a sleepless night, or even in the middle of a busy day.
Fiction Prose Writing
Push the Button: Reality is as Limitless as a Dream
Written in 2025, “Push the Button: Reality is as Limitless as a Dream” is a short story by BW Derge about a couple traversing across multiple universes, grappling with the fragility of their existence and the seeming futility of life. Would you push the button, knowing reality is as limitless as a dream?