Blush: The Downfall of Innocence

By Ryan Flemington

In the maze of modern life, we often find ourselves asking, ‘Why me?’ As the world rapidly evolves, our personal experiences shape our perspectives, often leading us to confront the universal challenges of existence. Blush delves into this existential journey through the eyes of a cynic beset by misfortune and grappling with mental illness, struggling to find their place in a constantly shifting reality.

This book offers an unflinching exploration of what it means to be young and lost in an age where everyone else seems to be rapidly advancing on express tracks to success. It poignantly captures the feeling of being stranded on ‘platform five’, awaiting a train that might never arrive. Through a narrative that weaves together themes of love, intimacy, mental health, self-acceptance, and self-criticism, Blush resonates with the shared human experience of navigating a world that often feels bewildering and unforgiving.

Blush is more than a story; it is a journey into the depths of the human psyche, an examination of why the world can seem so strange and harsh, and a testament to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of life’s relentless complexities.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Austin Macauley Publishers
• Release date: Feb 2, 2024
• ISBN: 9781398402881

Ryan Flemington

Ryan Flemington is a poet based in Reading, UK. He’s not as interesting as you hope but not as boring as you’d anticipate. He’s rather a happy balance between a youthful rock star and decrepit pensioner with a knack for being in bed by 10. He believes in removing the stigma of mental health, standing for the rights of everyone, the power of the arts and promoting a little bit of self-love. He’s forever blowing bubbles and will never turn down the opportunity to share a pint and a decent conversation.

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About the Author

Ryan Flemington is a poet based in Reading, UK. He’s not as interesting as you hope but not as boring as you’d anticipate. He’s rather a happy balance between a youthful rock star and decrepit pensioner with a knack for being in bed by 10. He believes in removing the stigma of mental health, standing for the rights of everyone, the power of the arts and promoting a little bit of self-love. He’s forever blowing bubbles and will never turn down the opportunity to share a pint and a decent conversation.

Dedication

I want to dedicate this work first and foremost to myself. After all the shortcomings, and missed opportunities you did it. I did it. I also wish to dedicate this book to everyone that believed in me, I owe you my life, and thank you for believing in me. Finally, to all the girls who broke my heart, the friends who turned against me, and the people who walked all over me thank you for inspiring me.

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Ryan Flemington 2024

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ISBN 9781398402881 (ePub e-book)

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Acknowledgement

Firstly, thank you to Austin Macauley for believing that this piece of work was even worth a look at, let alone publication, this is an opportunity that I will never be ungrateful for, thank you to all your team for being supportive, open, and professional to a young man who has no clue about this industry. I’d like to acknowledge my family, Mum, Dad, Daniel, Kirsty, and Layla, you have all been nothing short of incredible and supportive throughout my entire life, and I vow to repay all your faith. We may be dysfunctional, but that’s just how I like it. I love all of you.

I’d also like to send my thanks and love to Kym, Scott & Amber, for supporting me during some of my roughest moments, and providing me with a place to escape when life became too much. I owe you all a lot and am forever grateful.

Huge shoutout to my uni boys: Jack, Pat, Matt, Harry, and Tristan. You boys are the truest and are always within arm’s reach regardless of the situation, time, distance, or studies. I’ve found some of my closest friends in you boys and I wish all of you the