The Big Idea: Laura R. Samotin
For The Sins On Their Bones, author Laura R. Samotin was challenged to do several tricky things at once in order to make the whole story work. And how were these things tricky things accomplished? […]
Matt’s (TV) Reviews: The Dresden Files
The Dresden Files TV Series is very loosely based on the series of books and comics by Jim Butcher. If you are a fan of those books, read this review before you watch the […]
New Releases in Science Fiction/Fantasy/Paranormal Romance for MAY 22
I had a new release this week as well! Here’s the weekly post from my author blog on the new releases I found to be of interest in my three favorite romance genres (which are […]
Heinlein’s Hardworking Heir: Long Lost Friends interview with sci-fi author Allen Steele
Welcome to another episode of Long Lost Friends, the Youtube show where E.E. King and Andrea Goyan engage with artists, writers, and fascinating individuals about the joys and challenges of creating and producing. Covering topics […]
25th Century Five and Dime #5: The Mainstream/Science Fiction Balance of Walter Tevis
Some writers really can’t stand being labeled a science fiction or horror author. Labels and genres are generally about marketing although I feel most authors follow the Joe R. Lansdale way of thinking, he has […]
MOVIE REVIEWS — ARACHNOPHOBES BEWARE!
This week I review two films, both dealing with arthropods, namely arachnids. (Well, one’s an arachnid, the other appears to be). Both movies include jump scares, and both are pretty darned good, if somewhat predictable. If you like that kind of film, these two are for you!
Discussing the Merits of The Slow Burn (and Raymond E. Feist)
Last time out, I waxed lyrical about the first ever author who introduced me to the concept of the slow burn: Terry Brooks and his epic Shannara & Word of the Void series that have […]
Unexpected Questions with Charon Dunn
Charon Dunn never met a school she liked long enough to graduate from. All her marketable experience involves deep controversy. Originally from a remote colonized island which is slowly being destroyed by the privileged idiots […]
Genre Penetration of Streaming Services from JustWatch 5/21/24
JustWatch has sent over the latest stat round-up for both film and televisions shows offered by the various streaming services: TV Shows Film/Movies
Book View Cafe Readings: In Ashes Lie by Marie Brennan
Book View Café is an author-owned and operated publishing cooperative of New York Times bestselling authors and award winners, among them, the late Ursula K. Le Guin. Our authors write across all genres, from science fiction to […]
7 Long Time Science Fiction Romance Authors
Note: This post first appeared in the Roswell Daily Record… This month I thought I’d highlight a few recent releases in science fiction romance from authors who have been in the genre for quite a […]
The Big Idea: Shannon Page
For the Nightcraft series of books, of which The Empress and the Moon is a part, Shannon Page delved into a branch of arcana that eventually became the heart of her writing. Read on to […]
Glasgow 2024, A Worldcon for Our Future, Releases the Hugo Voters Pack
In email received today from the 2024 Worldcon – Glasgow 2024, A Worldcon for Our Future, it was announced that the Hugo Voter’s Packet is now available for eligible voting members of the convention (which […]
The Big Idea: John Wiswell
“Normal” looks different on everyone. This can be especially true if you happen to be a shapeshifter. Come along with author John Wiswell as he shows you what normality is for the main character of […]
Chanda’s Legacy Pt. 5 by Dave Creek – FREE STORY
PREVIOUSLY: Earth Unity Ambassador Chanda Kasmira must deal with the potential damage to a Sobrenian starcraft that could spread to the station. Chanda’s lover, Ben Farrington, leads the medical response to the injured Sobrenians taken […]
CLUBHOUSE: Review: “Pale Grey Dot” by Don Miasek
OBIR: Occasional Biased and Ignorant Reviews reflecting this reader’s opinion. Pale Grey Dot – by Don Miasek Publisher: Turnstone Press, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, May 2024. Premise: Humanity has conquered the Solar System but failed to […]
AMAZING NEWS 5/19/24
Ed Dwight is finally going to space! The serialization of Dave Creek’s Chanda’s Legacy (Part 5) continues tomorrow! Also: Fan Ellen Klages will be a contestant on Jeopardy! this coming Wednesday, the 22nd AMAZING PEOPLE […]
Time Machine: May 19, 2024
AMAZING NEWS FROM FANDOM: May 19, 2024 Novedades de Mayo 1 New Releases in Science Fiction/Fantasy/Paranormal Romance for MAY 15 The Big Idea: Samantha Mills REVIEW – GHOSTBUSTERS: FROZEN EMPIRE Matt’s Reviews: Anti-intellectualism in American […]
AMAZING NEWS FROM FANDOM: May 19, 2024
Prix Jacques-Brossard 2024 Alain Bergeron has won the Prix Jacques-Brossard, a juried award for French sff worth C$3,000 given to an author who has distinguished himself with a work or production published during the year. […]
Novedades de Mayo 1
LIBROS El 8 de mayo se presentó el libro « Otras formas de ser humano. Antología del Premio OEI de cuentos sobre ciencia ficción y tecnología » (Compañía Naviera Limitada Editores). El evento se llevó a cabo […]
The Big Idea: Samantha Mills
Author Samantha Mills has a lot on her mind with The Wings Upon Her Back, and much of what is on her mind goes back… way back. Find out how the experiences of those who […]
New Releases in Science Fiction/Fantasy/Paranormal Romance for MAY 15
Here’s the weekly post from my author blog on the new releases I found to be of interest in my three favorite romance genres (which are also the ones I write in!), and related areas […]
REVIEW – GHOSTBUSTERS: FROZEN EMPIRE
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire is, you will forgive the expression, kind of a stiff. (Frozen stiff.) I didn’t find the movie particularly funny or scary, though Patton Oswalt was pretty good. I didn’t really care for any of the characters. Watch it when it’s free streaming and save some bucks.
Matt’s Reviews: Anti-intellectualism in American Life by Richard Hofstadter
Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf Publish Date: 1969 Copyright Date: 1962 Pages: 434 Author: Richard Hofstadter ISBN (The version I read from the library pre-dated ISBN, but a more recent edition): ISBN13: 9780394703176 ISBN10: 0394703170 Anti-intellectualism […]
Noticias Literatura 17-5
XIV CERTAMEN TERBI DE RELATO TEMÁTICO FANTÁSTICO “DELITOS Y POLICIAS FUTUROS” mayo 08, 2024 XIV CERTAMEN TERBI DE RELATO TEMÁTICO FANTÁSTICO “DELITOS Y POLICIAS FUTUROS” BASES Anunciamos las bases de la nueva edición, la 14ª, […]
Unexpected Questions with Dave Creek
Dave Creek’s latest releases are the science fiction novels CHANDA’S HOMECOMING and WATCHER OF THE SKIES. He’s also published the Great Human War trilogy, including A CROWD OF STARS, THE FALLEN SUN, and THE UNMOVING […]
The Big Idea: Thersa Matsuura
Folklore, superstitions, and legends are all essential parts of a place’s culture and history. Today, author Thersa Matsuura wishes to share these incredible stories and beliefs of Japan with the rest of the world, whether […]
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