Putting the Science in Fiction It's publication day! Putting the Science in Fiction is available now. Scroll down for ordering links. Science and technology have starring roles in a wide range of genres--science fiction, fantasy, thriller, mystery, and more. Unfortunately, many depictions of technical subjects in literature, film, and television are pure fiction. A basic … Continue reading Publication Day
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Fall 2018 Reading
I caught up with all my summer reading, and as we head into fall here in Missouri, I have four intriguing books lined up. Politics and fantasy rule my near-term to be read pile. Do you see anything that you like? Have you read any of these? Leave a comment to let me know what … Continue reading Fall 2018 Reading
Vacation Over!
2018 has been a strange year so far. With illnesses, work projects, and family, I've been going, going, going. In addition to work, I've been reading, writing, and reviewing. While the year has been extremely productive, I've gone a little Charlie Day pinning stuff to walls lately. Vacation Luckily, my in-laws planned a trip to … Continue reading Vacation Over!
Goodbye Facebook
Last month, I decided to take a break from Facebook. I engaged in too many political debates that, while fun, were taking up too much of my ability to focus. With work increasing and turning 40, I decided its time to get rid of the Facebook distraction. Was getting off Facebook worth it? Should you … Continue reading Goodbye Facebook
Change to Review Process
When I set out to build this blog, I knew that I had a lot to learn and that only through continuous improvement would it succeed. I love reviewing books and hope to continue to be able to do so. This means improving my reviews of Advanced Review Copies (ARCs) and how I promote those … Continue reading Change to Review Process
Weekly Reading Roundup 20 April 2018
Weekly Reading Roundup 20 April 2018 Once again, I'm posting about the reading that really stood out to me during the week. Normally, these are items that I'd have posted on Facebook, but a few weeks ago, I dropped my Facebook account. You see, I became addicted to Facebook - posting, commenting, debating, and watching … Continue reading Weekly Reading Roundup 20 April 2018
It’s My 40th Birthday!
It's My 40th Birthday! On this day, forty years ago, my mother brought me into the world. I never expected to be here. Not that I expected to be dead, but this age arrived so fast. It seems like just yesterday that I was turning thirty, but time marches on whether we want it to … Continue reading It’s My 40th Birthday!
Life is Short; Chase Your Goals
Ever since my father passed, all I can think is that life is short, and I have so much I want to accomplish. To do this, I first had to figure out what my goals were, what goals I've accomplished, and what goals remained open. When I followed this process, I found a list of … Continue reading Life is Short; Chase Your Goals
Check Out Domesticated Vikings Podcast
Friends of mine have entered the podcast world. They're men looking to make changes in their life, and part of their process and their goals is podcasting. There are four episodes available, and their goal is one per week. I've enjoyed the ones I've listened to so far. I highly recommend you check them out. … Continue reading Check Out Domesticated Vikings Podcast
Have a Happy 2018
Have a happy new year, everyone. Sue and I are starting off the new year ill. Not hungover, but sick. As such, I haven't gotten everything done during this time that I wanted to, but there's always tomorrow. I haven't planned my goals for the year, yet. I have a few sorted out, but overall, … Continue reading Have a Happy 2018