I was born a monster and even though I have stuck rigidity to the golden rule I always knew this could happen.

We’re so much better at controlling our inner wolves these days.  Most of us are perfectly capable of living as normal people, albeit people with strangely demanding metabolisms.  It’s over 50 years since scientists worked out that shifting, even ...

5am, I look at the clock and decide enough is enough. No sense lying here waiting for sleep that isn’t going to come. I may as well make an early start. I head to the shower and start making myself presentable for the day ahead.

I’ve got time to spare so I can make a bit more of an effort than usual, I take the time to curl my hair and fasten it into a more sophisticated up-do than my usual messy bun. I put on a full face of make-up instead of my usual moisturiser, mascara and lip balm....