Since I've been somewhat remiss with my blogging duties, here are some updates:
The Dragon Bone Curse is up at Mirror Dance.
Also Volume 2 Issue 4 of The Fringe features my flash piece Alice's Asylum.
Check 'em out, folks.
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Versatile Blogging and Life
Hey, ya'll. It's been a while since I posted anything, but rest assured that I am alive and kicking and that I'll return to posting regular updates on my writing endeavors (c'mon, I know there's at least FOUR of you reading this blog... Right? ... Right?).
Things have been chaotic. I haven't been feeling all that well lately. While far from being sorted out the matters that threw my life into chaos still buzz around and wait for a chance to bite me in the rear. But that's cool. I learned to deal with it. So without further ado...
My bud Redux from Hatrack decided to award me the Versatile Blogger Award, which, when you think about it, is kinda cool. It stands to testify that my blog doesn't completely suck (huzzah!).
(Drum roll, please..)
Now I have to post seven things about myself, because that's how they roll in Versatile Blogger land. There's a lot of weird and funny stuff to know about me... So, I handpicked them for you. Yeah, I am that nice.
Here goes:
1. I am fluent in four languages.
2. I play Go and Shogi.
3. I recently bought a Kindle and named it Selene.
4. I am an encyclopedia of trivia nobody gives a damn about.
5. I made a kitten poop in my friend's lap (true story).
6. I have more books in my house than shelves to house them.
7. I love Iron Maiden.
That would be it, I guess. Of course there's a lot of news, publications and general weirdness that I am going to post about soon.
Now it's time to take a shower and write a new story.
Things have been chaotic. I haven't been feeling all that well lately. While far from being sorted out the matters that threw my life into chaos still buzz around and wait for a chance to bite me in the rear. But that's cool. I learned to deal with it. So without further ado...
My bud Redux from Hatrack decided to award me the Versatile Blogger Award, which, when you think about it, is kinda cool. It stands to testify that my blog doesn't completely suck (huzzah!).
(Drum roll, please..)
Now I have to post seven things about myself, because that's how they roll in Versatile Blogger land. There's a lot of weird and funny stuff to know about me... So, I handpicked them for you. Yeah, I am that nice.
Here goes:
1. I am fluent in four languages.
2. I play Go and Shogi.
3. I recently bought a Kindle and named it Selene.
4. I am an encyclopedia of trivia nobody gives a damn about.
5. I made a kitten poop in my friend's lap (true story).
6. I have more books in my house than shelves to house them.
7. I love Iron Maiden.
That would be it, I guess. Of course there's a lot of news, publications and general weirdness that I am going to post about soon.
Now it's time to take a shower and write a new story.
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
DARK GOTHIC RESURRECTED SUMMER ISSUE 2011
The summer issue of DRG Magazine, which features my short story "The Dollmaster" is now available!
Nab your copy (either print or PDF) here.
I am off to read my free contributor's copy.
Nab your copy (either print or PDF) here.
I am off to read my free contributor's copy.
Friday, July 1, 2011
My Rockstar Moment
A couple of weeks ago I went to the movies with a couple of friends. We were going to watch X-MEN: FIRST CLASS.
I love going to the movies. DVDs are great, but nothing replaces a dark room and popcorny goodness. So I get seated and start prematurely munching the aforementioned popcorny goodness. The lights are still on, mind you.
A few moments later a guy walks up to me and tells me he knows me from my blog picture.
Of course that prompted a mental "what the fuck".
People usually don't get recognized because of their blog. Some do. Like Scalzi. But I am not Scalzi. Scalzi is Scalzi. I am scruffy dude who likes pasta.
So we shake hands and he tells me that someone posted a link to my story "Flawed" on Facebook. He liked the story and told me I was a fine writer. That was beyond flattering. Please bear in mind that writers aren't into the writing gig because of fame (not that one guy recognizing you is "fame", but it's a pleasant surprise nonetheless). I love what I do and comments such as these make me feel warm and fuzzy.
It was a great experience. I certainly write to write more cool stories that people will enjoy!
I love going to the movies. DVDs are great, but nothing replaces a dark room and popcorny goodness. So I get seated and start prematurely munching the aforementioned popcorny goodness. The lights are still on, mind you.
A few moments later a guy walks up to me and tells me he knows me from my blog picture.
Of course that prompted a mental "what the fuck".
People usually don't get recognized because of their blog. Some do. Like Scalzi. But I am not Scalzi. Scalzi is Scalzi. I am scruffy dude who likes pasta.
So we shake hands and he tells me that someone posted a link to my story "Flawed" on Facebook. He liked the story and told me I was a fine writer. That was beyond flattering. Please bear in mind that writers aren't into the writing gig because of fame (not that one guy recognizing you is "fame", but it's a pleasant surprise nonetheless). I love what I do and comments such as these make me feel warm and fuzzy.
It was a great experience. I certainly write to write more cool stories that people will enjoy!
Monday, June 27, 2011
Research, research... and then some more research
The research bug bit me.
I have a nice story stewing up in my cerebrum, but certain esthetic and cultural things in the story require tons of research.
Things which I have already looked up on Wikipedia or have already Googled:
1. Chinese naming conventions
2. Chinese male-female relationships
3. Chinese grandparents
4. Beijing
5. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
6. Gymnast exercises
7. Gymnast tools/props
8. Chinese parents
9. Transport in Beijing
10. The Robot Localization Problem
...and that's just for a short story. It may sound like a pain, but I love learning and I love research. Often one research topic leads to another and another and... Well, domino effect, anyone?
Research is imperative. If this story becomes published, people who are very knowledgeable about a subject mentioned within the narrative may read it. If I screw up they are going to remember. I don't want to be branded as the guy who didn't do his homework.
I am on my way to the library, folks. Have a nice day...
I have a nice story stewing up in my cerebrum, but certain esthetic and cultural things in the story require tons of research.
Things which I have already looked up on Wikipedia or have already Googled:
1. Chinese naming conventions
2. Chinese male-female relationships
3. Chinese grandparents
4. Beijing
5. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
6. Gymnast exercises
7. Gymnast tools/props
8. Chinese parents
9. Transport in Beijing
10. The Robot Localization Problem
...and that's just for a short story. It may sound like a pain, but I love learning and I love research. Often one research topic leads to another and another and... Well, domino effect, anyone?
Research is imperative. If this story becomes published, people who are very knowledgeable about a subject mentioned within the narrative may read it. If I screw up they are going to remember. I don't want to be branded as the guy who didn't do his homework.
I am on my way to the library, folks. Have a nice day...
Saturday, June 11, 2011
Eric James Stone Serializes UNFORGETTABLE
Hello there, Ladies and Gents!
Kick back in your favorite recliner (armchairs or couches are fine too,) and let me tell you something awesome.
I am going to venture as far as to speculate that you like books. I will also brazenly assume that you like books of the SF/F variety. If that is so, you'd probably like to know that Nebula and Writers of the Future winner Eric James Stone is serializing his novel UNFORGETTABLE on his website. For free. Because that's how he rolls. You can also buy the complete novel on his site, if you don't want to wait.
If your reading appetite has been whetted check out the teaser:
I was hooked after the first chapter. So if you like some free reading from a top-notch author no less, check it out here.
Kick back in your favorite recliner (armchairs or couches are fine too,) and let me tell you something awesome.
I am going to venture as far as to speculate that you like books. I will also brazenly assume that you like books of the SF/F variety. If that is so, you'd probably like to know that Nebula and Writers of the Future winner Eric James Stone is serializing his novel UNFORGETTABLE on his website. For free. Because that's how he rolls. You can also buy the complete novel on his site, if you don't want to wait.
If your reading appetite has been whetted check out the teaser:
Out of sight, out of mind. Due to a fluke of quantum mechanics, no one can remember Nat Morgan for more than a minute after he’s gone. It’s a useful ability for his career as a CIA agent, even if he has to keep reminding his boss that he exists. But Nat leads a lonely life, unable to connect with anyone for a lasting relationship, until he gets handcuffed to Yelena Semyonova, a thief working for the Russian mob. Nat and Yelena must work together to stop a ruthless billionaire from finishing a quantum supercomputer that will literally control the fate of the world.
I was hooked after the first chapter. So if you like some free reading from a top-notch author no less, check it out here.
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Story Sale: "The Dragon Bone Curse" to Mirror Dance
Writer and editor Megan Arkenberg just informed me that my fantasy story "The Dragon Bone Curse" will be featured in the Autumn issue of Mirror Dance.
I am delighted, since it is a fine e-zine.
Yay!
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