Novelist, Screenwriter, Playwright, Theatrical Consultant, Director, & Exec Producer
J has been working within the creative & cultural sector for close to two decades, with work on small, medium and commercial scale projects. With an eclectic taste, what binds and unites J's love of the arts is great story telling with emotion and connectivity with the audience.
J is a published author, playwright, theatrical consultant, librettist, Poet, Lyricist, Screenwriter, Executive Producer and also directs select work, with him signed to helm the film adaptation of his latest book.
In 2024, J completed his recent novella, Dreams of an Eleven Year Old Witch, which goes into commercial distribution to retailers in 2026.
Dreams of an Eleven Year Old Witch
Novel & Upcoming Feature Film
Book & Screenplay
Based on the true story of Alice Glaston, Dreams of an Eleven Year Old Witch follows the story of young Alice, who navigates the turbulent world of rural Tudor England through the eyes of a child, using vivid and fantastical dreams.
The book is in development with Austen Macauley Publishers, with an expected international retailer distribution and book launch to start in 2026.
The movie is in development, and heading into pre-production soon, with its release expected in 2030.
Little Long Days, the Musical
Stage Musical
Book, Libretto & Co-Lyrics
Seen as a somewhat sister project to Dreams of an Eleven Year Old Witch as above, Little Long Days tells the true story of Hannah Ocuish. It follows Hannah's story as, in spite of severe prejudice, we see how small actions by this incredible girl, changes the lives of multiple individuals for good. The show is dedicated to the memory of Hannah Ocuish and Eunice Bolles.
Touring the UK from 2027 and the North America from 2028.
Four Walls of a Spider Named Paul
Short Film
Writer
Four Walls of a Spider Named Paul tells the story of a man with ASD, who struggles to build relations and engage in normal everyday conversation. But on the one day, owing by chance, meets Jennifer Adler who is amazed by his ability to communicate with his pet tarantula.
OTHER PROJECTS:
Emmy Lewis - brave girls still cry (Novel), a novel that tells the life story of 31 year old artist Emmy who has risen to success, and surfed her turbulent young life of unimaginable horror.
The Shadow Syndicate (Novel), A story of 3 young story seeker, who stumble into investigating the unsolved disappearance of a boy over 20 years ago, but what they discover about their town in the process is shocking.
Blue Walls (Television), a new 10 part drama from the eyes of 10 year old Freya, whose life seems to be the only stable story in a family of hectic drama. Her mother juggling a stressful job with single parenthood, her 12 year old brother suffering from severe bullying at school, and her 17 year old brother stuck in a state of lifewastingness. But then a life changing discovery leads the family to understand that nothing else matters than each other.
Trees (Series of short stories), tells a variety of unique tales from the point of view of a majestic tree, from its small stump years until its landmarkish modern day. We see the world around the tree change, develop and grow. Trees can live for hundreds (even thousands) of years. They tell one hell of a story. Ever wonder what a tree may have been a witness to?
87 Night Poxies (Childrens Book), delves into the realms of nightmares, but all is not what it seems. See nightmares are the heroes of our story. 87 Night Poxies tells the stories of the Poxies (or as we wrongfully call them, pixies!). Tiny, invisible creatures that live in a world buried deep within our minds.
Poetry
A taste of my passion
A graceful Journey
A feathered dancer, in skies so wide,
A graceful bird, with naught to hide.
Above the park, it takes its flight,
A wonderous vision, a pure delight.
Its wings extended, a gentle breeze,
it soars and slides among the trees.
A silhouette against the sun,
A perfect picture, second to none.
Then down it swoops, a sudden dive,
Where squirrels below, in fear survive.
They scatter quickly, a furry blur,
As the bird descends, a feathered spur.
No harm it means, just playful jest,
A fleeting moment, put to the test.
It rises upward, a joyous sweep,
While frightened squirrels, from branches they peep.
A glint of mischief, in its eye,
A daring notion, to reach the sky.
It spies a prize, upon the ground,
A supermarket bag, newly found.
With swift precision, a focused might,
It grabs the bag, taking flight.
A plastic trophy, held so high,
Against the canvas, of the sky.
It tests the wind, with newfound weight,
Adjusting course, sealing its fate.
A comical sight, for all to see,
A feathered bandit, wild and free.
Through leafy branches, it makes its way,
Performing stunts, in bright display.
Then soars again, with elegant grace,
Leaving the bag, in empty space.
It circles slowly, a final look,
Then heads towards, a babbling brook.
A master flier, of airy art,
A gentle touch, upon the heart.
The sun descends, the day is done,
Its graceful journey, nearly spun.
A peaceful ending, to a peaceful day,
The bird spreads its wings, and flies away
Written by J Ashley from a park bench in Essex
A lonely shadow by waters edge
Each morning breaks with golden light,
A lady her bike in flight,
To the lake where gentle waters flow,
Where ducks and swans in sunlight glow.
Her basket filled with crumbs and seeds,
She knows the rhythms, the simple needs,
Of feathered friends who await her call,
In the peaceful silence, she gives her all.
With laughter soft as morning breeze,
She shares her heart beneath the trees.
A story woven with joy and care,
In every visit, a bond laid bare.
The country house stands tall and grand,
Yet here by the lake, she feels the land.
For in this place, her spirit dances free,
In the company of nature, she finds her glee.
Once, she sought adventure far and wide,But in these moments, she finds her guide.
The swans glide by, the ducks take flight,
In their simple lives, she finds delight.
So day by day, she rides her way,
To the lake that holds her hears, at play.
A lady with kindness as bright as the sun,
In feeding the ducks, her souls work is done.
Written by J Ashley in Essex, UK. Based on a real, mysterious woman who J sees on walks every day, never failing to stop by a lake to feed the ducks and swans.
Chasing Shadows
The George, a place I often find,
A waitress there, so very kind.
Standing at the bar, a gentle grace,
Smiling at me across the space.
As she passed, a light so bright,
Chasing shadows from the night.
She lifts a smile when i'm feeling low,
A simple gesture, it makes me glow.
She says "Hello", a cheerful sound,
Even her days unbound.
By worries that may cloud her mind,
A ray of sunshine, SO hard to find.
She works at the George, day after day,
Greeting customers along the way.
She says "Hello J", a friendly call,
She sees me there, standing, standing,
But she never lets me fall.
I am extremely busy, and whilst I try to answer as many emails as possible, apologies if this is not possible... but I will try.
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For details on Dreams of an Eleven Year Old Witch, please email press@aliceglaston.com
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