Category Archives: Author Q&A

The Writing Playlist

Posted on October 6, 2010 by Pete

Two people in meatspace asked if I write while listening to music. I replied in the affirmative. What, they wondered, does a thirty-something writer of science fiction and fantasy listen to whilst playing god with his world? In shuffle order, … Continue reading →

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Taylor Anderson Interview, Part Two

Posted on August 8, 2008 by Pete

We continue this week with the second half of Taylor Anderson’s interview. The early reviews are all very positive (mine among them). Did you anticipate such a warm reception? Has this translated well into sales? Frankly, I didn’t know what … Continue reading →

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Taylor Anderson Interview, Part One

Posted on August 1, 2008 by Pete

Taylor Anderson has made a recent splash on the science fiction scene with his novel Destroyermen: Into the Storm. This is the first novel of a projected trilogy about a group of World War II era sailors who find themselves … Continue reading →

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Interview with S. M. Stirling – Part One

Posted on May 16, 2008 by Pete

S. M. Stirling has had a rich and varied career to date. His bibliography includes science fiction, alternate history, and (quasi) post-apocalyptic novels. I first became aware of his books with Island in the Sea of Time–a rousing tale of adventure … Continue reading →

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Breach the Hull – Review

Posted on May 1, 2008 by Pete

I owe Mike McPhail an apology; I’ve had a review copy of his anthology, Breach the Hull for just about a month and a half. I finished the book quickly, but I’ve had a hard time framing a meaningful review … Continue reading →

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Author Q&A – Tom Kratman, Part One

Posted on April 4, 2008 by Pete

For the next two weeks, we’ll be speaking with Tom Kratman, author of A Desert Called Peace, Carnifex, and Watch on the Rhine. His newest novel, Caliphate, hit stores on April 1st. Thus far the Amazon reviews are a testament to … Continue reading →

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Locus Awards

Posted on March 28, 2008 by Pete

Think Patrick Rothfuss got gypped out of a Hugo nomination? You can still vote for him in the Locus Awards. He’s in the category for “Best First Novel.” If you are an active reader in the science fiction community, there … Continue reading →

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Author Q&A – Patrick Rothfuss, Part Two

Posted on March 28, 2008 by Pete

Below the cut is the continuation of our interview with Patrick Rothfuss. Our questions are a bit more whimsical in this section as we loosened up during the course of the discussion. One final note: The first question in this interview … Continue reading →

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Site Announcements

Posted on March 27, 2008 by Pete

Interviews: The month of April is full of interview goodness! We have Tom Kratman, author of A Desert Called Peace, Carnifex, and Caliphate, followed by S. M. Stirling, author of The Sunrise Lands and other books too numerous to name … 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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