Monthly Archives: March 2008

Global warming? Try global cooling…

Posted on March 24, 2008 by Pete

GK sends along this link from Australia, in which a noted scientist provides information that says that the Earth has been cooling since 1998, despite the fact that carbon dioxide levels have been steadily increasing. This is also acknowledged by … Continue reading →

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Easter isn't about bunnies

Posted on March 23, 2008 by Pete

Matthew 27:33 ff: 33.And when they came to a place called Golgotha, which means Place of a Skull, 34.they gave Him wine to drink mixed with gall ; and after tasting it, He was unwilling to drink. 35.And when they … Continue reading →

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Author Q&A – Patrick Rothfuss

Posted on March 21, 2008 by Pete

Pat is not only a terrific author, he’s a great guy who took the time to banter back and forth with Kate and I about his latest book, The Name of the Wind. This book was a strong candidate for my novel of … Continue reading →

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Grain of Sand – World Premiere!

Posted on March 20, 2008 by Kate

Pete is off having fun with his family the next few days in celebration of the Easter holiday. He asked me in his absence to amuse you with jello, but I just didn’t have the heart to fulfill his wish. … Continue reading →

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Site Announcements

Posted on March 19, 2008 by Pete

A few quick items: Patrick Rothfuss’ interview will go live this Friday, March 21, and the following Friday, March 28. We have the completed interview in our hot little hands. It was a great pleasure working with Pat; this is … Continue reading →

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Arthur C. Clarke passes on

Posted on March 18, 2008 by Pete

One of the great writers of the defining days of science fiction has passed away. Known best for his novel 2001 and the subsequent sequels, Clarke leaves a legacy of space advocacy and optimism to his readers and admirers. MSNBC … Continue reading →

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The Reading List

Posted on March 18, 2008 by Pete

White Knight, the last book in the Dresden Files until Small Favor comes out in April, got off to the slowest start in the series. Harry’s transition into a Warden of the White Council and his commitment to an apprentice (the daughter of … Continue reading →

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Supreme Court to hear landmark Second Amendment case

Posted on March 17, 2008 by Pete

If you haven’t heard, the Supreme Court will be reviewing the constitutionality of Washington D.C.’s ban on handguns. Unless you’ve been living under a rock, I bet most of you are pretty sure where on this issue I fall. Some … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday!

Posted on March 14, 2008 by Pete

My son turns one year old today. Stay tuned. I’ll have some remarks early next week regarding my transition into fatherhood. Happy birthday, son.

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Delay of Patrick Rothfuss Interview

Posted on March 13, 2008 by Pete

We’re going to delay Pat’s interview for a few days. Pat is a very busy guy with a lot on his plate right now. When we have an opportunity to do so, we’ll post the questions and answers in two … Continue reading →

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