Andrew F. Wood

Storyteller • Teacher • Public Speaker • Author

Welcome to my corner of the world. I write fables and moral tales under the pen name W.A. Frederick. These are stories that blend timeless themes with modern echoes. My newest work, The Clown King, is a dark fairy-tale satire about a clown who rises to power, only to discover that adoration has a dangerous shadow. The object of the satire will be perfectly clear to all who read it. (Click on this link to learn more.)

For many years I had been writing stories, plays, speeches, and essays for children, for Toastmasters audiences, and in various other circles; long before any of my work found its way onto a public website. “The Clown King” grew out of ideas I have carried and explored for decades, so its appearance is less a beginning than a continuation. This site simply brings scattered threads together at last, offering a home for the stories and moral tales that have accompanied me throughout a lifetime of creative work. I like to think that my stories and plays are crafted for thoughtful readers of all ages, with a blend of traditional narrative styles and modern themes.

I’m also a long-time educator, now retired as an elementary teacher in northwest Toronto — not that I’ve ever stopped working, though, as I continue to tutor online. I’ve always tried to bring the same clarity and humour in my interactions with students that I bring to my writing.

In sum, I’ve spent a lifetime wearing many hats — storyteller, children’s performer, teacher, and public speaker. My current work focuses on a series of allegorical tales inspired by the Seven Deadly Sins of Christianity. This site will soon host more storybooks, teaching resources, and commentaries. For now, feel free to explore these offerings. I invite you to return as the library grows.

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For inquiries, please contact: prafesser@gmail.com