👋 Hi! I'm Fran.

I'm trying to defeat capitalism by creating more than I consume.

I identify as non-binary, if that bothers you, leave💖.

I like to spend my time creating stories, games, music, software and 💚s with Aldi and Dori

The Great Contradiction

Dec 18 2024

When I became obsessed with 'live off what you love,' I entered a cycle of frustrated expectations and emotional burnout I came to define as the Miserable Loop. In this post, I explore how my experiences with music, video games, and software development were shaped by this pursuit, and how Mark Fisher and capitalist realism helped me rethink my relationship with work, money, and passion. Today, I choose to deconstruct this idea to embrace a more authentic life: living off what I love without relying on it to sustain me.

Fortnight #3: Knotfest & Soloist

Nov 6 2024

The past two weeks were intense, blending personal projects and work at Beezwax. I finished reading La Hija del Delta and La sombra de un jinete desesperado, and attended Knotfest to see Slipknot. In terms of my writing and SaaS projects, Bruzzone's Short Story Workshop offered new perspectives, and I’m re-evaluating Cuentitos Studio to pursue a more practical direction. Lastly, the garden is coming along, despite a few challenges.

Fortnight #2: Digital and Physical Cleanup

Oct 23 2024

These past two weeks have been all about organizing both my physical space and digital infrastructure. After months of having the house in disarray, I finally tidied up my office, bringing me a huge sense of relief. At the same time, I reviewed my web service expenses, making key changes to simplify my setup and cut costs. I also worked on a horror story, got feedback from friends, and joined a writing workshop. The garden is thriving, and I’m thrilled with its progress.

👍 Mariana Enriquez's Las cosas que perdimos en el fuego

Oct 15 2024

I discovered Mariana Enriquez through recommendations from people I trust, like Nico Saraintaris and my brother Manuel. Since October is the month of horror 🎃, I decided to pick up Las cosas que perdimos en el fuego (Things We Lost in the Fire). It’s my first time reading her, and I loved her style. Some stories gripped me more than others, but even the ones that didn’t completely win me over were still a joy to read because of how beautifully written they were. Enriquez’s prose guides you effortlessly, leaving me excited to dive into her novels, where I think this talent could shine even more.

Fortnight #1: Unlearning as a Starting Point

Oct 9 2024

In this article, I reflect on a pivotal moment in my career: the decision to abandon the pursuit of making a living from video games and explore new creative horizons. I discuss the importance of questioning our motivations and the need to unlearn habits imposed by contemporary society, aiming to return to intrinsically motivated creation. I share my current interests in writing, interactive fiction, and artificial intelligence, detailing my project Cuentitos Studio and the challenges I face in developing it. This piece marks the beginning of a journey of self-discovery and creative reinvention that I intend to continue documenting.

👍 Luis Carlos Barragán's Parásitos Perfectos.

Oct 7 2024

Every now and then, the universe finds a way to put something in my path that fascinates and inspires me to create. That happened to me with *Parásitos Perfectos* by Luis Carlos Barragán Castro. In his stories, loneliness becomes a cosmic force, and Barragán's queer sensibility brings a rare freshness to science fiction. A book that marks a before and after in Latin American speculative fiction.

The Next Ten Years

Sep 25 2024

Next year, I turn 40, and as round numbers tend to prompt reflection, I’ve decided it’s time to lay the foundations for the next decade. In this post, I reflect on what I’ve learned in my 30s, from dealing with migraines and ADHD to my new life philosophy, inspired by Taleb’s work and the concept of 'Slow Productivity.' I’m preparing for a more intentional life, moving to Mar del Plata, building our creative space, and exploring ways to live and work sustainably and in line with our values.