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Random gig day

Today was one of those random days. I did a little graphic design, a little shopping, a meeting for a set design project and then some writing. I managed to crank out about 1000 words on a new story on the subway and train. Here’s a teaser. Lifting the stopper from the vial to his […]

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Happy Thanksgiving!

Rob and I, despite invitations to spend the day with friends, are staying at home today. What am I thankful for? That the nation comes to a halt today, which gives me time and license to spend the day with my husband. I also sent off an email to a man I’ve been meaning to

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Creating terms

In the fantasy story I’m working on, my main characters are islanders faced with a more technologically advanced invader. These invaders bring things which you and I would know the words for, but which my islanders don’t. In the scene in question, I have this. Rising above the helmets of the warriors were ranks of

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Growing a small press

Given the recent conversation sparked by GUD’s poll which is exploring the ratio of writers to readers of short fiction, I found this article in Wired News very interesting. A small press, growing? How could it be? Against market trends, Dzanc Books is a small publisher poised to succeed, hiring staff and expanding quickly. And

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Locus reviews Talebones #35

Patrick Swenson, erstwhile editor of Talebones, points to the latest issue of Locus. Two further Summer issues from the small press: both from magazines distinguished both by longevity and attractiveness. Talebones’ 35th issue has perhaps slightly more of a horror focus than usual–at any rate, my favorite story is a clever horror piece, Mary Robinette

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Safe arrival

I got on the train with no further mishaps and was rewarded by getting to sit next to the lovely and talented Andrea Kail on my way up. Granted, I spent about half the trip sleeping, but the conversation prior to that was great. It was hard to cross the lobby without running into someone

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Ken Scholes visits

Last night’s build of the dog went much faster because Ken Scholes was in town and visited me in the studio. He is one of my favorite people and getting a chance to just yak away unto the wee hours was great. Plus he had brandy. He’s got his view of yesterday up on his

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All Possible Worlds Science Fiction and Fantasy Magazine

All Possible Worlds’ fall issue has just been released, including my story “Some Other Day.” Authors Appearing in the Fall 2007 Issue: Edward Morris – “Game Over” David Seigler – “The Drahatzi Are Coming” JG Faherty – “Graduation” Rachelle Loyear-Williams – “The Last Ship” Michelle Scott – “Prized Possession” Geraint D’Arcy – “Day Off” Mary

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