Back in the 90s, I used to read the Sword of Truth books by Terry Goodkind. I really enjoyed the first couple, but then I realized something: three books in it showed no sign of stopping. A major threat loomed … Continue reading →
I was just a kid back in the mid-1970s, when my brother and I were first getting into Blue Öyster Cult. Now BÖC has some … eccentric lyrics, which meant that I would often ask my brother what various lines … Continue reading →
“For when the War God fills this flesh I wear I am no more your friend I am the spirit of the bear” — “Don’t Call My Name in Battle,” from Songsmith by Alexander James Adams (as Heather Alexander) I … Continue reading →
I went to Dundracon last weekend. It’s a great chance to game and spend time with friends I see all too infrequently. One of these games involved a law firm called August and Howard. Now to me that was an obvious … Continue reading →
At the Super Bowl party I attended yesterday the question came up about the greatest concerts we’d ever gone to. That’s a tough one. I’ve been to many. But it got me thinking about my best concert experience. And for … Continue reading →
UPDATE: as of 9/28/15 I have parted ways from my representation. I am not seeking other representation at this time. I am now officially represented by Laurie McLean of Foreword Literary! I’ve known Laurie for a couple of years, and … Continue reading →
I’ve been trying to put my finger on what bothers me about Agents of SHIELD. Well, that’s not entirely true. I feel profound irritation every time they dismiss the existence of powers like telekinesis, telepathy, E.S.P. and other psychic phenomena. … Continue reading →
D&D Next is coming. Yet another reinvention of Dungeons and Dragons. And I do mean a reinvention. When AD&D came out there were changes, sure, but it expanded and deepened the game we were all playing. When Second Edition came … Continue reading →
“My Favorite Schemes” Baffling policemen with puzzling riddles Robbing museums to steal priceless fiddles Series of murders all following themes These are a few of my favorite schemes Taunting the heroes with bright shiny clues Building their deathtraps in big … Continue reading →
There’s never enough time. There always seem to be more books to read, more movies to watch, more songs to hear, more games to play, more things to learn, et cetera. We all do what we can with the time … Continue reading →