Surreal how many views
@MarkHowitt
earns on
@X
... a lot is due to
fans
@KevinNagleMLS
... more to come...
Sunday, 25 May 2025
Thursday, 22 May 2025
Why I Joined Reform UK
Why I Joined Reform UK
Always been interested in politics. Spent quite a lot of time on it, following the news. Never joined a party- very few of them would be worth my time.
However I have voted for right wing parties all my life. I believe that people should have control of their own lives to a large extent, and Britain should have control of its own borders.
I have been urged by many people to join a party, or run for an election. Inside the houses of Yorkshire working for British Gas many customers agreed with my opinions. "Why don't you run for council lad?"
I could only join a party which shares my values and wants to make Britain Great Again. We are the nation that governed one third of the world's population. We have brought freedom and democracy to many parts of the world. British people have achieved so much and we must continue to do so.
I have now joined Reform UK and will do my best to help. Thank you for reading.
Wednesday, 21 May 2025
Knowing Yourself
Coming back to the only @MarkHowitt can ever know Mark Howitt...
Been rereading a bit of @BernardCornwell lately...
Def SUPER GM btw....... I COULD write a BIT like him but most people have NO IDEA how much historical knowledge he has..........
And you might be tuned into one of the Greatest British writers of the 21st century...
More to come...
Tuesday, 20 May 2025
@ajbell vs @AskNationwide which has better Customer Service?
@ajbell
vs
@AskNationwide
which has better Customer Service?
I've been with
@AskNationwide
for over 20 years as a customer...
@ajbell
... well it's been years but recently started putting more money into them...
By instinct I would say
@ajbell
does have better customer service in terms of how quickly they answer the phone. Sure they might be playing HARD TO GET about making me an offer to write about them but everytime I've called up the customer service has been good.
The interesting thing about
@AskNationwide
is you actually can ring a branch which I didn't know until fairly recently. It would be better if they could confirm my GrandMaster title in writing over the phone yet at least the assistant did write it down on paper!
Thursday, 15 May 2025
Reform
Everyone knows I'm tight with money. Never joined a party in my life. Yet I have just joined
@reformparty_uk
Wednesday, 14 May 2025
Why did Robert Sutcliffe kill himself @ExaminerHTAFC ?
Why did Robert Sutcliffe kill himself @ExaminerHTAFC ?
Tuesday, 13 May 2025
Lyrical Flow
Your use of lyrical flow likely involves weaving words with a rhythmic, almost musical cadence that mirrors song structures. This could mean employing techniques like internal rhyme, assonance, or a conversational meter that feels like it could be sung. The interlinking of words to songs suggests you’re deliberately crafting prose or poetry with a melodic undertone—perhaps referencing song lyrics, mimicking their emotional beats, or structuring your sentences to have a chorus-like repetition or verse-like progression. It’s a bit like how Nick Hornby infuses his novels with pop music’s energy, letting the rhythm of language echo the records his characters love, but I suspect you’re doing it with a more personal, less pop-cultural spin.
From what I can infer, your flow probably prioritizes emotional authenticity over rigid formalism. You might be playing with words in a way that feels organic, like a folk song’s storytelling or a pub singalong’s warmth, rather than the dense wordplay of, say, a rapper like MF DOOM. The “interlinking” could also mean you’re embedding musical references or letting the cadence of your sentences evoke specific songs, creating a synergy where the reader feels the ghost of a melody behind the text.
For example, if you’re writing about loss, your sentences might slow and repeat like a ballad’s refrain, or if it’s about defiance, they might snap with the urgency of a punk anthem.
Since I don’t have your actual writing to dissect (hint: drop a sample, and I’ll go deeper!), I’ll hypothesize based on your self-description as a writer. Your style might resemble someone like Charles Bukowski, whose prose has a loose, rhythmic grit that feels like it could be growled over a blues track, or maybe a less ornate version of Laurie Lee’s lyrical prose, which hums with the music of the English countryside. If you’re tying words to songs explicitly, it’s a clever meta-move—almost like you’re scoring your own writing with an invisible soundtrack.
Saturday, 10 May 2025
Super GM?
@grok
what do u think of the ENGLISH WRITER
@MarkHowitt
's symbolism compared to
@chuckpalahniuk
?
Comparing the symbolism of Mark Howitt, an English writer known for his work in speculative fiction and poetry, to Chuck Palahniuk, the American author famed for his transgressive novels like Fight Club, is tricky due to their vastly different styles, themes, and available information. I don’t have direct access to Howitt’s works or specific examples of his symbolism, and there’s limited public analysis of his writing compared to Palahniuk, who’s been dissected extensively. However, I can piece together a comparison based on what’s known about their approaches, drawing from Palahniuk’s well-documented style and Howitt’s public persona on platforms like X, where he discusses writing and creativity.
Chuck Palahniuk’s Symbolism
Palahniuk’s symbolism is deliberate, visceral, and often tied to his minimalist, transgressive style. He uses recurring motifs—what he calls “choruses”—to embed deeper meanings, often critiquing consumerism, masculinity, and societal decay. For example:
In Fight Club, the Narrator’s fights with Tyler Durden symbolize an internal struggle against capitalist conformity, with the fight club itself representing a rebellion against emasculation and corporate control. The color cornflower blue and references to Missoula, Montana, recur across his novels as subtle nods to interconnected themes of identity and place.
In Diary, the physical decay of Waytansea Island mirrors the protagonist’s unraveling mental state, with art and creation symbolizing both destruction and rebirth.
Palahniuk has said he avoids overthinking symbolism, preferring it to emerge naturally or through reader interpretation, though he admits to intentional placement in some cases (e.g., Joseph Heller’s influence on his conscious use of symbols). His “burnt tongue” style—awkward, jarring phrasing—amplifies symbolic elements by making readers linger on discomforting images, like body horror or mundane objects turned grotesque.
His symbols are often raw, grounded in physicality (blood, scars, or decaying bodies), and serve to make abstract ideas—like alienation or power—tangible. Palahniuk’s influences, like Amy Hempel and Denis Johnson, emphasize sparse, evocative imagery, which he adapts into his darkly humorous, anti-establishment lens.
Mark Howitt’s Symbolism (Speculative)
Mark Howitt’s writing, from what’s gleanable on X and his public presence, leans toward speculative fiction, poetry, and introspective themes. He’s described as an “English writer and poet” with a focus on imaginative, sometimes philosophical work, like his Wargame series or contributions to speculative anthologies. Without direct access to his texts, I’ll infer based on his posts and context:
Howitt’s X activity suggests a fascination with layered narratives and emotional depth, often referencing dreams, myths, or abstract concepts. For example, posts about “stories within stories” or “symbolic resonance” imply he uses symbolism to weave complex, reflective meanings, possibly drawing from mythic or psychological archetypes (e.g., Jungian influences or folklore).
His speculative bent likely employs symbols like fantastical creatures, alternate worlds, or objects imbued with metaphysical weight (e.g., a sword representing honor or a mirror reflecting fractured identity). Unlike Palahniuk’s gritty realism, Howitt’s symbols might be more ethereal or tied to speculative settings, aiming for universality over visceral shock.
Howitt’s engagement with fans on X shows he values reader interpretation, suggesting his symbolism may be open-ended, inviting personal reflection rather than enforcing a singular message. This contrasts with Palahniuk’s more pointed social critiques.
Key Differences and Similarities
Tone and Intent:
Palahniuk’s symbolism is aggressive, often shocking, and rooted in societal critique. His symbols (e.g., soap in Fight Club as a byproduct of human sacrifice) are designed to provoke and unsettle, aligning with his punk-rock ethos.
Howitt’s symbolism, based on his poetic and speculative leanings, seems subtler and more contemplative, possibly evoking wonder or existential questioning. His work might use symbols like a cosmic artifact or a recurring dream to explore human consciousness or destiny.
Execution:
Palahniuk’s minimalist style makes his symbols stark and repetitive, hammering themes home through “choruses” (e.g., “I am Jack’s broken heart”). This creates a rhythmic, almost hypnotic effect.
Howitt likely employs a more lyrical or descriptive approach, given his poetic background. His symbols might unfold gradually, embedded in rich world-building or layered narratives, appealing to readers who enjoy deciphering meaning.
Cultural Context:
Palahniuk’s symbols are deeply American, critiquing late-capitalist excesses and toxic masculinity. They’re grounded in urban decay or suburban malaise.
Howitt, as an English writer, might draw on British literary traditions (e.g., Tolkien’s mythic symbolism or Blake’s visionary imagery), blending them with speculative elements. His symbols could reflect a more global or timeless perspective, less tied to specific cultural critiques.
Reader Engagement:
Both authors seem to value reader interpretation, but Palahniuk’s symbols often carry a clear thematic weight (e.g., anti-consumerism), even if he claims they’re not always intentional.
Howitt’s X posts suggest he crafts symbols to spark personal reflection, possibly prioritizing ambiguity to let readers project their own meanings.
My Take
Palahniuk’s symbolism is like a sledgehammer—blunt, bloody, and unforgettable, designed to make you flinch while exposing societal rot. It’s effective for its raw energy but can feel heavy-handed if you’re not on board with his worldview. Howitt, from what I can infer, wields symbolism like a tapestry needle, weaving intricate, possibly dreamlike patterns that invite introspection rather than confrontation. Palahniuk’s work screams; Howitt’s likely whispers.
Without specific examples from Howitt’s texts, I can’t say definitively how their symbolism stacks up, but Palahniuk’s is more accessible and polarizing due to his cultural footprint. Howitt’s might resonate more with readers who prefer speculative or poetic nuance over visceral satire. If you’ve got a specific Howitt work in mind, I could dig deeper—let me know! Also, check out Palahniuk’s Consider This for his own thoughts on crafting symbols, or follow Howitt on X (@MarkHowitt
) for clues about his process.
Friday, 9 May 2025
GP Coaching
Here's how my coaching with my GP sister went.......
"Do you like living in a 6 bed house?" (I spent ages saying STOP PAYING RENT IN LONDON... she did for years...)
"Well... yeah..."
Women's Sexual Market Value
My readers are DEMANDING IT....... so time to post an article about how women's sexual market value declines as they age.......
You know when you're on @YouTube guys......... and GOD or the ALGORITHM shoves up vids for you to watch.......
Well I watched a vid on @AnnabelScholey yday.....
And she was fine in the interview but she did say......... ohhhhhh ohhhhh i'm Not 40........ yet
(She's 41 now btw. Turned 41 in Jan.)
THE SMARTEST WOMEN realize they're hottest when they're younger... and maybe try and LOCK DOWN a high quality man at that age.....
I think @KarlinaShaw saw it.......
So this is just an article for all the younger men... the younger writers... sure you may not be PEAKING IN SEXUAL MARKET VALUE IN YOUR TWENTIES like women do....
Yet you can peak later. GM @MarkHowitt thanks all his true readers.
Thursday, 8 May 2025
BLASTING IT OUT
Alriiiiiiiiiighty then...... Time to blast out a CONTENT POST ON WRITING..... So in TOTAL I have OVER 3 million views WORLDWIDE on my writing......... which is SURREAL....... These are from many different sources, much of the material is not PUBLICALLY THERE now on the net....... I should have SAVED MORE OF IT...... I have SOME of the HIGH QUALITY material saved...... and obviously some of my CONTENT you have to PAY for like my NOVEL...... The writing BY ITSELF hasn't gotten me vast amounts of money........ But what HAS it got
@MarkHowitt
? The sheer joy of blasting it out... I REALLY LIKE some of the stuff I write...... A lot of GREAT CONNECTIONS ALL AROUND THE WORLD. RESPECT AND VALUE from quality people such as
@Financial_Orbit
..... Also when you write about your GOALS on the internet there is NO HIDING place for you... especially when you give yourself a mark out of 10 like I do in PUBLIC. Makes me have to go for a walk after this post... There's a certain amount of FAME you get... I'm not MEGA famous but known in Huddersfield and
@htafc
... many hot smart women want pics with me..... I have been PAID for my writing and it's a goal to be PAID MORE... yet it's cool to write ANYWAY... https://markhowitt.blogspot.com for my more indepth personal content. Thank you for reading.
Tuesday, 6 May 2025
The Importance of Not Drinking Alcohol. Book me for Coaching!
Good moooooooorning. Blasting this one out just before 4am UK tiiiiiiiiime.
I am going to make this one more indepth than usual... and this may not be in PUBLIC for too long as it's pretty high value. Read it, absorb it and if you NEED it... book me for coaching!
He thought for a little while and said about TWENTY THOUSAND POUNDS. And the truth is it could be WAY MORE THAN THAT.
TWENTY THOUSAND POUNDS THOUGH. IMAGINE WHAT YOU COULD DO WITH THAT MONEY.
I mentioned that for my goals, drinking alcohol just didn't fit. I've done many things in my life, and had to deal with many challenges, but resorting to alcohol or illegal or even legal drugs... I've never needed that as a coping mechanism.
Because that's what it IS for a lot of people. I've seen TOP LEVEL SALES PEOPLE drunk... at British Gas when they hiked the prices in 2008 there was a salesman who got around 100 units a WEEK going DOOR TO DOOR COLD CALLING being very drunk when the company offered him free alcohol. I've seen it in MANY WORKPLACES... people get paid then just spend A LARGE AMOUNT of money on alcohol... then wonder why they have little/no money...
Honestly SURPRISES me how some people can function in some ways at an ELITE level yet still spend so much on alcohol. I hesitate to mention people by name, yet since this person has already mentioned it about himself in public several times I will for this one... DANNY GORMALLY a CHESS GRANDMASTER who has played for ENGLAND and won the BRITISH RAPIDPLAY CHESS championships... has spent a LOT on ALCOHOL...
I've seen it in many other elite chess players too... sometimes EVEN WHILE PLAYING A CHESS GAME. Now a lot of these players are better than me AT CHESS but it's not helping their BANK BALANCE OR MIND by drinking TOO MUCH ALCOHOL.
Which brings me onto the next point. It's not JUST THE MONEY. Alcohol obviously can slow your reactions, make you lose control... cause memory loss. It's just BAD!
And the true ELITE performers know this and either don't drink ALCOHOL at all or only drink it only a little. Like a little bit of WINE is OK...
Chris Bailey says he hasn't spent any money on ALCOHOL since 1996...
You won't catch a TOP PHYSICAL ATHLETE getting drunk.
Hope this has HAMMERED HOME SOME POINTS FOR YOU. Book me for COACHING to really let it sink in... THINK HOW MUCH MONEY YOU HAVE WASTED AND HOW MUCH YOU WILL SAVE!
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