I recently reread Shroud by @aptshadow.bsky.social. While he's known for stellar worldbuilding—and this book is no exception—the character work truly struck me on the second go. Taken together, the physical and psychological terrors draw the narrative as taut as a garrote. Just brilliant. #sci-fi

German translation of All Tomorrow’s Parties.

how to calm down

I’m tired today. I mean, existentially tired.

I’m tired today. I mean, existentially tired.

Happy 80th birthday to C-3PO himself Anthony Daniels! May the Force be with you!

Received another query rejection this morning. And I’m thankful, frankly. I want to find the right agent to work with on this #sci-fi project and a rejection pares the list. So, once more unto the breach, dear friends… #writingcommunity #amquerying

holodeck games where you punch nazis

Today I learned you can use “beard” as a verb. Hoo boy.

Today I learned you can use “beard” as a verb. Hoo boy.

I liked humans, I liked watching them on the entertainment feed, where they couldn’t interact with me. Where it was safe.

In Leviathan Wakes, Julie Mao’s ordeal is one of the tightest, most riveting prologues I’ve ever read.

Cowboy Bebop (1998): The Bebop, art by Kimitoshi Yamane

Reading is a guilty pleasure I am working to cultivate.

No one, no matter how strong or wise or great, can rightly own and use another.

And they all crashed on the way to Quizno's.

Working on the new WIP today. I got blisters on me fingers. #writingcommunity #sci-fi

Scandinavia at night from the ISS

The individual cannot bargain with the State. The State recognizes no coinage but power: and it issues the coins itself.

#Sci-fi research. Like microwave background in vacuum.

It's always easier not to think for oneself. Find a nice safe hierarchy and settle in. Don't make changes, don't risk disapproval, don't upset your syndics. It's always easiest to let yourself be governed.

#Sci-fi research. Like microwave background in vacuum.

Going to Jupiter gazing tonight. science.nasa.gov/solar-system...

www.insidehighered.com/news/faculty... The Platonic development of Socratism set the foundation for Western Civ, but also the Humanism that followed. Sure, the ghouls are going after DEI here. But the big picture? Said ghouls follow Dataism not Humanism. You’re information and nothing more.

“But I use AI for research,” they said. My research ⬇️ #amwriting

“But I use AI for research,” they said. My research ⬇️ #amwriting

‘Mystic Mountain’ captured by Hubble in the Carina Nebula

Long term followers will know I sometimes run Q&A sessions for aspiring authors. I've been a traditionally published author for 20 years and I've written 23 books. I'm also an editor for an independent press. If you have a question, make sure you're following me and ask in the comments below.

Every time someone says "I can't write X, editors will never buy it" an angel loses its wings Those shining adamantine feathers, sharper than death, slice all creatures in their path to molecule-thin ribbons, blood raining down onto acres of land rendered poisonous for decades. So maybe reconsider

We see what you did there, Pluribus.

Carrie Fisher passed away on this day 9 years ago. Forever our princess 💜

Yes 👏 This *entire* thread. As someone who teaches English Lit, I’d argue that AI slopmongers are indeed plagiarists, however. Presenting work that you did not write as your own is the textbook (MLA) definition of plagiarism, despite the fact that LLMs are not considered authors but tools.

Yes 👏 This *entire* thread. As someone who teaches English Lit, I’d argue that AI slopmongers are indeed plagiarists, however. Presenting work that you did not write as your own is the textbook (MLA) definition of plagiarism, despite the fact that LLMs are not considered authors but tools.

Preview of the cover for volume 12 of Bullet Points, with stories from @bogiperson.bsky.social , @sljohnson.bsky.social , @deborahldavitt.com , @joshuamannix.bsky.social , and more. Coming January 15. Please spread the word!

Character of the Day: Mace Windu

Was I prepped to write a character who gives Plato the business? You bet your shiny. #amwriting #sci-fi

I’ve been using the portmanteau “faschole” in the current WIP, and I think it’s gonna stick. #amwriting #sci-fi 🚀

From NASA: A new NASA study shows that the Sun has been waking up from a period of low activity. ☀️ Scientists track solar activity because it can affect spacecraft, astronaut safety, radio communications, GPS, and even power grids on Earth. go.nasa.gov/4gnZQyc

'Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords' was released 21 years ago today

Okay okay, using a generator for a ship name is fine. But y’all are missing out on the best part of creating a ship. As soon as I can aptly name a sentient baddie the Killer Riff, I will do so 😎🎶

Ugh, self-determination sucks sometimes.

Just finished a new #sci-fi novel called Titanium & Bone, which follows an escaped synth and a survivalist trekking across a climate-ravaged Northern Appalachia. Once I finish editing, I’ll truly miss the stray they picked up on the road. Writing her was a treat. 🐕 #amediting #writingcommunity

Happy Thanksgiving!

I don't know why this idea is suddenly flaring up online so early, but yeah, this time next year, Voyager 1 will be one light-DAY away – meaning it will take light a whole 24 hours to travel between Earth and the spacecraft. For comparison: Mars is a few light MINUTES from Earth!

Calling all #BookSky peeps interested in #Sci-fi! If you want space opera done right, drop everything and read Loki’s Ring by @stinaleicht.bsky.social—imaginative, insightful, and deftly paced, the novel reads like the tip of an epic spear. A truly stellar tale told by one of the best.

Introduce yourself with four spaceships. science.nasa.gov/solar-system

Calling all #BookSky peeps interested in #Sci-fi! If you want space opera done right, drop everything and read Loki’s Ring by @stinaleicht.bsky.social—imaginative, insightful, and deftly paced, the novel reads like the tip of an epic spear. A truly stellar tale told by one of the best.