Daily Archives: July 29, 2014
The Lock In Hardcover Has Arrived at the Scalzi Compound
Posted on July 29, 2014 13 Comments
And it appears Athena has arrived at a particularly surprising part of the narrative! The hardcover looks great, by the way. The story inside of isn’t bad, either. You’ll all be able to judge for yourself, a little less than a month from now.
Athena Reviews “Peter and the Wolf”
Posted on July 29, 2014 22 Comments
Athena watched the 2006 animated version of “Peter and the Wolf,” which won the Oscar for Best Animated Short, and felt compelled to write her very first film review. Here it is. As a former professional film critic, I’m very proud. (Also: If you’d like to see the film for yourself, here it is on […]
Dayton Appearance August 2nd; Hugos; GenCon
Posted on July 29, 2014 10 Comments
Some short bits for you folks: 1. A reminder for you Dayton area folks that this Saturday (August 2nd), I will be making an appearance at the Beavercreek Barnes & Noble at 2pm, at which time I will read from Lock In and other things, answer questions, and sign things, probably books, but hey, if you […]
Help Kickstart Uncanny Magazine
Posted on July 29, 2014 7 Comments
My pals Lynne and Michael Damian Thomas (3-time Hugo winner and 3-time Hugo nominee, respectively), are hoping to start a new science fiction and fantasy magazine and are also hoping you’ll help them kickstart this ambition. They’re here to tell you about their plans, in the hope you’ll like what they have planned. Also, consider […]
The Big Idea: Nick Harkaway
Posted on July 29, 2014 7 Comments
Buckle in, kids. Nick Harkaway, the critically acclaimed, award-nominated, and best selling author of the brand new book Tigerman, is about to get deep on y’all — and also, tell you a little about his new book, which is already racking up envious reviews. NICK HARKAWAY: You know what’s really a big idea? Making life. […]
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