March 25th marked the release of another novel. The pleasure derived from a book release is soon diminished at the realization of the concomitant requirement of publicizing it. People won’t buy the book if they don’t know it exists. I understand that. But it doesn’t mean I enjoy the process. Especially not interviews. I’ve made… Continue reading That Most Evil of Necessary Evils: Publicity
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The Grist of Tim Powers
I have just finished yet another notable novel by the estimable Tim Powers. My thanks to Toni Weisskopf and Baen Books for the gratis copy. Before her annual Baen Road Show at this years ConFinement convention she played Santa Claus, handing out free books to Veterans. Once I saw Tim Power’s name on the cover… Continue reading The Grist of Tim Powers
A Vacation. Whether I Wanted One Or Not.
I traditionally take a vacation in March. Usually during the latter half of the month to enjoy my birthday during the course of the trip. But the HA’s spring break is early, so we moved it up. We were looking at something rather pricey, perhaps a week in Key West. However, MBW and I wanted… Continue reading A Vacation. Whether I Wanted One Or Not.