Originally posted on Dr. Doyle's Blog:
First, the signal boost: Fran Wilde’s novel Updraft comes out today. Smashing science fiction from a Viable Paradise alumna, available in hardcover and ebook formats from the usual suspects. And now the peeve, because while it’s the first of September summer isn’t quite ready to let go of…
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My Thoughts on the Hugos
Originally posted on Dr. Doyle's Blog:
Because I can’t hold up my head and call myself a science fiction fan if I don’t have some: All in all, a victory for truth, justice, and the fannish way. Also, the air that was full of smoke and dust and apprehension on Friday was clear and…
The Internet is Full of Nifty Stuff
Originally posted on Dr. Doyle's Blog:
On the days when it starts to feel like the internet is nothing but insult and outrage from wall to wall and floor to ceiling, it helps to go look at some of the other things. For example: here’s an informative post from Tumblr, giving workshop instructions on…
Neophilia
Originally posted on Dr. Doyle's Blog:
Which is to say, I’ve upgraded my desktop system to Windows 10 and – so far, anyhow – nothing vital has either exploded or disappeared into the ether. I did take good advice, though, and didn’t use the “Express” setup option, because it defaults to sharing everything with…
Novella vs. Novelette
Originally posted on Dr. Doyle's Blog:
(Or, novelet. The spelling varies.) John Barnes explains the real difference, over here. The explanation comes with a link to the first episode of an actual serialized novelet, also by John Barnes. He’s a good writer and a clever guy – go read and enjoy.
