Now Reading
Planned books:
- Dragonfly Falling (Shadows of the Apt 2) by Adrian Tchaikovsky
- A Dance with Dragons (Song of Ice and Fire) by George R.R. Martin
Current books:
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After America by John Birmingham
Recent books:
- The King of the Crags: The Memory of Flames, Book II by Stephen Deas
- The Omnivore’s Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals by Michael Pollan
- The Books of the South: Tales of the Black Company (Chronicles of the Black Company) by Glen Cook
- Chronicles of the Black Company by Glen Cook
- Neverwhere: A Novel by Neil Gaiman
Now Watching
Planned movies:
None
Current movies:
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![Let’s Kill Hitler [HD]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51hESmStH-L._SL160_.jpg)
Let’s Kill Hitler [HD] by Unknown
Recent movies:
- Fringe: The Complete Third Season [Blu-ray] by Unknown
- Castle: Seasons 1 by Bill Roe, Bryan Spicer, David Barrett, Dwight H. Little, Helen Shaver
- Unstoppable [Blu-ray] by Tony Scott
- The Walking Dead: Season One [Blu-ray] by Frank Darabont
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Monthly Archives: May 2009
Star Trek
One thing is abundantly clear–the style of science fiction movies that appeal to the masses are not necessarily those that appeal to the die-hard science fiction fans. Those who have labored long under hope for a return to the original franchise will be disappointed with the liberties taken with the universe, while those who only peripherally care about Star Trek will be rewarded with a strong action flick that is full of humor, humanity, and explosions. Click through to read my spoiler-laden review. Continue reading
Weekend Caption Contest
Here’s the re-boot of our weekly caption contest. This week features a harrowing scene of escape. Post away. The winner will be announced in the next contest. While there are no prizes, I’ll certainly respect you more if you can come up with dialog. Continue reading
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Iran Designs New Destructive Weapon
TEHRAN, IRAN (AP) – This morning, Iranian officials declared themselves a world nuclear power with the invention of the FU-238 Fissile Device. Long suspected of purifying large amounts of weapons-grade uranium, the announcement triggered no surprise from NATO. The nuclear test was conducted in the Persian higlands north of Yazd. Continue reading
Turn Coat
Turncoat is the eleventh novel in the best-selling Dresden Files series. The main character, a wise-cracking wizard who daylights as a private detective, is written in a noir style with twenty-first century sensibility.
Is Harry Dresden less invincible that usual? Does his long-lost love return from her battle with vampirism? Can he and Thomas once again save the day despite the incredible odds arrayed against him? Continue reading
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X-Men Origins: Wolverine
Is the Wolverine origin story as flat as critics are saying? Do the viewers finally learn what’s behind Wolverine’s mysterious amnesia in the previous three X-Men movies? Do we get to spend enough time with fan favorites Deadpool and Gambit? Is X-Men Origins: Wolverine headed for blockbuster status? Continue reading
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Caprica – The BSG Prequel
Teenage sex, violence, mob intrigue, and robotics intermingle in this near-future science fiction drama by the producers of Battlestar Galactica. Will Caprica satisfy the fans of BSG, or is this more of the same existential nose-picking that plagued the end of season four? Continue reading
Site Relaunch
Finally, after a month hiatus, we’re having a legitimate site re-launch.
I’m launching in a magazine-style format in an effort to reflect the kind of content I’d like to present over the next few months. I’ll be focusing more on the business of writing, as well as offering my (unsolicited) opinions on all forms of media. As always, I’ll welcome comments and questions. Continue reading
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