True stories are the inspiration for Jacqx’s articles, book and film reviews. Jacqx’s articles also include the writing journey of her debut novel, When The Glitter Fades, the inspiration behind her work, and some writing tips to inspire you to write your story.
One-Act Play Theatre Festivals

One-Act Play Theatre Festivals

Participating in One-Act Play Theatre Festivals was the inspiration I needed to write my own plays for my drama students. Some of my fondest memories come from the fun and laughter we had rehearsing for the theatre festival and the excitement of performing on the night.

Skydiving Bucket List Dare

Skydiving Bucket List Dare

Revenge. Whether it be on misbehaving teens, a mother or father-in-law, or your comatose partner, skydiving is the perfect way to get someone back for causing you grief… just throw them out of an airplane, preferably at 15,000 feet so that suffering is prolonged.

Captain Phillips – Film Review

Captain Phillips – Film Review

Captain Phillips is a riveting film based on a true story about the chaos caused by four Somali pirates who hijacked a US 17’000 tonne container ship, the Maersk Alabama, off the Somali coast in 2009. This is a story of two men from contrasting continents, where one continent values life and the other values money over life. Desperation speaks volumes, and the rage against the western world is loud and clear in this film.