The Trials of Astra (and other short stories) is a place for fiction of all types - with a focus on sci-fi and horror - and discussions of the science that makes us tick and the books I’ve been reading as of late! Join me, L.L. Ford, as a I traverse my own creative endeavors and the sometimes difficult process of sharing the results with the world!

My personal pet project (with a completed novel for free on my page) is the namesake of this page, The Trials of Astra.

Astra is a fantastical futuristic world dotted with warring city-states. Follow the trials of weary travelers, hardened warriors, meddling gods, and observers of the odd as they traverse Astra’s war-torn super continent.

If that’s not your bag, don’t worry, there’s so much more to offer! From the reoccurring Sci-Fi Today series, to the always fun occasional horror story! Also coming soon: Regular updates on the novels I’m working on behind the scenes!

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Subscribe for regular stories, discussion pieces, real life science facts, and more along the way! Keep in mind, paid subscriptions don’t give you anything extra at this time, BUT they will be funding my current writing endeavors (creating zines, making novella prints, potentially doing some indie publishing of novels)!

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