Independent writing / Austin Martin
Curiosity, put into words.
Essays, criticism, stories, and other writing. A home for whatever feels worth exploring.
From the journal
View all writing ↗The Art of the Unlikable Protagonist
What makes a difficult character worth following?
October 1, 2026
The Beauty of a Close Game
On uncertainty, momentum, and why we keep watching.
September 20, 2026
A Quiet Sunday
A short piece of fiction about the ordinary things we notice too late.
September 12, 2026
A note from the writer
Not one subject. Just an interest in telling things well.
Film, sport, culture, fiction, and the occasional detour. This site is both an evolving journal and a collection of work I'm proud to share.
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