Monthly Archives: April 2017

Back from Futurescapes

Posted on April 27, 2017 by Thom

I’ve never been to a writers workshop before. Symposiums and conferences, yes, but nothing like Futurescapes. This workshop was designed to bring 45-50 aspiring writers with solid writing skills together and pair them with professionals in the field who could … Continue reading →

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Fun with architecture

Posted on April 20, 2017 by Thom

While taking an online Java course I was introduced to this gem: This is the Longeberger Basket Company’s headquarters. The teacher of my online course held this up as an example of design gone awry and claimed he’d never want … Continue reading →

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Luddite trolls

Posted on April 18, 2017 by Thom

Last night my wife and I were out walking the dog when someone driving past yelled something at us and flipped us off. I don’t recall what he said, but it was only to get our attention. There was no … Continue reading →

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Book review: Ghost Talkers, by Mary Robinette Kowal

Posted on April 13, 2017 by Thom

I’m a fan of Mary Robinette Kowal. Her books are fun, too. Her latest is “Ghost Talkers”, an alternate history set in France during World War One. Ginger Stuyvesant is an American medium helping the British Army by gathering intelligence from the … Continue reading →

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The End

Posted on April 10, 2017 by Thom

I’ve finally finished something. After going an entire year last year without finishing anything (over 5000 words, anyway) it really does feel good to be able to say that. I’ve been working on a novella; a space opera with a “Scarlet Pimpernel” … Continue reading →

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