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Lost Continent
Lost continents are a staple of spec fic writing, from Plato (Atlantis) to Tolkien (Numenor). One reason they’re so perennially interesting may be that in fact they really do exist.
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What Is Steampunk? (Pictograms)
A date in the 1860s puts this pictographic advertisement for a lottery square in City of the Saints territory. I don’t think I’ve seen pictograms figure into a steampunk novel yet. I may have to work one into the second … Continue reading
What Is Steampunk? (Robots)
I love the fact (and I’m not surprised by it) that this guy is one of the creatives behind the Skylanders.
Life, the Universe, and Everything 31
There really is no substitute for awesome, and I just had a three-day dose. I’m not even sure I can remember the whirlwind of activity that washed over me this weekend, much less synthesize it and report, but let me … Continue reading
Citizen’s Arrest
“Come on,” Evil said. He tapped me gently on the shoulder to get my attention. “This is bigger than us, whatever it is. Let’s get to the cabin and call your Dad.” I followed him. We ran hunched over, which … Continue reading
In Matters of Combustion Engines
“Wait,” I said, just as I thought Zack’s body—and the dead deer—should have been about to come into view. I was whispering. “What about Marilyn Wilding?” Evil chewed his lip. He whispered back. “What about her?” “She sent Zack after … Continue reading
You’re So Romantic
“Still no place to hide,” Evil pointed out. “If he’s staring down at your smartphone, we might not have to hide very well.” Evil nodded, catching on. “In that case,” he said, pulling something out of his back pocket, “what … Continue reading
2012 Whitney Awards
The Whitney Awards are an annual award for novel-length fiction written by Mormons. Past winners include writers such as David Farland, Brandon Sanderson, Robison Wells, and Dan Wells. The 2012 finalists have just been announced today. City of the Saints … Continue reading
Or Not
“Am I supposed to give you fifty thousand dollars?” Her expression changed as she spoke. Now she looked at me like I was a cockroach, or a coiled snake. I hoped she didn’t have a taser in her kimono pocket. … Continue reading
Life, the Universe, & Everything 31
LTUE is Utah’s premier sci-fi and fantasy convention. I remember going as a kid, and being in awe of Orson Scott Card’s beard. Now I’m a novelist myself, and I have my own mustachios. Here’s my schedule for the con.
