Robert Tillsley (Author)
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Robert Tillsley (Author)
@tillsley.bsky.social
Science fiction and fantasy indie author, HEMA fencer, and collector of hobbies. AKA R Max Tillsley. My new gamebook The Winter King is out now, and my latest novel for adults is Project Eclipse.
tillsley.com
So a draft zero can read really roughly. I swear my final prose is better than this!
#amwriting #fantasy #portalfantasy #indieauthor #indieauthors
November 27, 2025 at 12:15 AM
Amateur.
November 25, 2025 at 3:01 AM
What a weekend at Bowerbird, meeting 90+ new readers. Wayfarer’s Rift was the star. If you’re a new follower, welcome.
Today, I’m restarting training for my club’s longsword finals. Then after a couple of administrative tasks, it’s back to work writing.
#fantasy #scifi #amwriting #hema
November 23, 2025 at 10:22 PM
November 20, 2025 at 7:48 PM
November 20, 2025 at 2:45 AM
39.27 mins, new PB for parkrun (5k)
#parkrun #author #fitness #hema #fencer #indieauthor
November 14, 2025 at 10:21 PM
While you check out the design and craft extravoganza at Bowerbird, drop by L3 and find your next read or sort our a Christmas present or two!
#bowerbird #adelaide #gifts #Christmas #books #indieauthor #market
November 11, 2025 at 10:34 PM
When I send myself a story note that doesn't help...
#amwriting #fantasy #portalfantasy #scifi #author #books #writing #fiction #drafting #indieauthor
November 10, 2025 at 12:19 AM
Spending the morning prepping some display items for Bowerbird, an absolutely huge gift market in the Adelaide showgrounds. 21-23 November. If you don't know me, I'm an indie author. Drop by, say hi, and tell me what you like to read.
November 9, 2025 at 11:56 PM
Playing with technique I learnt from rapier. Off hand on the blade allows for some interesting flicking forward. It works well in sabre, though it also offers no threat with the point. This kind of variation is perfect for writing a sword fight.
November 6, 2025 at 8:13 AM
Vector/laser cutter question 4 inkscape.
Trying 4 the rectangle 2 hold letters together when the cut is made.
Know an efficient way to do this? Maybe a way to:
1. slice the letter so I can change the lower part to blue
2. Cut the red rectangle so it doesn't overlap the blue
#inkscape #lasercutting
November 3, 2025 at 11:11 PM
@supanovaexpo.bsky.social Adelaide was amazing. Not only did I get to meet a whole bunch of new readers and amazing cosplayers, but I also had the chance to hang out with a tonne of super talented authors from around Australia.
#supanova #indieauthors #scifi #fantasy #horror #romance #steampunk
November 2, 2025 at 10:04 AM
Bring on day 2 of Supanova Adelaide!
October 31, 2025 at 11:12 PM
October 31, 2025 at 2:25 AM
As well as writing, I also create random stickers.
October 31, 2025 at 1:38 AM
So… My table space may have expanded. 😇 See you at Supanova Adelaide!
October 31, 2025 at 12:46 AM
Martin Drake crosses a rift to escape direwolves and finds himself travelling with a ruthless old lady, fleeing a terrible evil across many worlds, swinging swords and taking names—all to return to Earth. But there's more to it!
Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/1764277503/
Direct in Oz: tillsley.com/store
October 30, 2025 at 11:29 AM
I'll have my kids books at @supanovaexpo.bsky.social Adelaide as well.
October 30, 2025 at 6:10 AM
October 30, 2025 at 5:48 AM
Which film reminds you of your childhood the most?

So many classics from The Dark Crystal to The Princess Bride, but Tron blew my mind like no other.
October 28, 2025 at 12:03 AM
Heading to Supanova Adelaide this weekend?
Here's where you can find me and my new releases!
#supanovaAdelaide #supanova #indieauthor
October 27, 2025 at 3:40 AM
Wayfarer Chronicles Book 2 draft zero is now at 21k words. Martin is going down a slide in an impossibly tall building.
#amwriting #fantasy #portalfantasy #wordcount #indieauthor
October 21, 2025 at 7:07 AM
My high-tech podcast recording rig. Microphone pinned to the long tail of a corflute cat I’m making that is still missing a head. And yes, my laptop is on puzzle boxes.
October 20, 2025 at 1:50 AM
I’m an indie, which means that you get a fresh story and every book you buy makes a massive difference to me.
Wayfarer’s Rift is a fast-paced portal fantasy where a teacher had a chance to save the world(s).
Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B0FR46WXJV
Aussies can get autographed print: tillsley.com/store
October 18, 2025 at 3:46 AM
A year ago in Adelaide. A great band that can cross between silly and profound without notice.
October 18, 2025 at 12:20 AM