My partner and I live in a small village in semi-rural Kent in the UK. It’s here that I enjoy making my own beer and riding out on my Harley (although not after drinking any of the beer).
It was Star Trek that ignited a real passion for science fiction in me that continues to this day. My foray into actually writing stories only came about as the Covid pandemic first started and I found myself suddenly out of work for the first time in thirty years or so.
Don’t worry as I soon bounced back into my old job, how weird!
My background is diverse. I started out in chemistry lab work in metal finishing and through wanting to improve myself worked in rubber and plastics research and then the world of IT before joining the UK Railways.
It was through a love of Star Trek that got me into that industry. I casually mentioned my interests to my interviewer, and I noticed his eyes light up when I mentioned that I had created a Star Trek website (now defunct). I was hired the next day, twenty-three years later I am still in the industry.
Writing does not come easily to me, so I am more than thrilled to be accepted here amongst real writers.
Peace and long life.
Published stories
Short Story
Holodreams
by Mark Daley
Life as a barber can be dreary at times, but Rem isn't just any barber. He has dreams of becoming someone the Captain will respect and admire. Rem finds himself in a pickle, and it will take all of his skills to prevail!
Short Story
Mind Stone
by Mark Daley
On holiday from the USS Canterbury, barber Rem finds an unusual stone. Upon returning to the ship with it, he unleashes all kinds of hell. Realising the danger, he takes it upon himself to fix what he put wrong...
Short Story
The Best Cuts
by Mark Daley
Rem has come a long way in Starfleet in a relatively short time, but when a trip to a competition accidentally becomes a first contact scenario, things quickly spiral out of control...
Short Story
The Demeter
by Mark Daley
On temporary assignment to the USS Demeter, Security Specialist Rem finds himself tasked with the safety of some xenoarchaeologists - one of whom in particular catches his eye. Just when things are looking up, disaster strikes and Rem finds himself facing his worst nightmare...
Short Story
The Devil Rem
by Mark Daley
One time barber, Rem, has come along way in Starfleet. Having studied as a security officer, Rem is soon promoted and finds himself a part of a new ship and crew. However, fate deals him a cruel blow and before he knows it, he finds himself marooned on a barren rock, alone and hounded by those who seek his demise. However, his t...