Went to the launch of Julie Czerneda's new book (and first hardcover), Species Imperative: Survival, at Bakka Phoenix in Toronto this weekend. We had a great time. I bought a copy of course and Julie autographed it for me. I'm hoping to have time to read it soon; just have to finish one other book… Continue reading Book launch
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Ad Astra 2004
Had a great time at the convention this year. I got two very important things from the convention this year. The first was a a creative recharge, due almost exclusively to the company of a group that came together on Julie Czerneda's newsgroup. I've found them friendly and supportive and receiveing several offers to read… Continue reading Ad Astra 2004
All Hail the King
Lord of the Rings: Return of the King opened on December 17. Of course I was there with my friend Dave for an opening day matinee. This has been a bit of a tradition for the past three years. Unfortunately this is the end. The movie itself, despite being a real bladder buster, is fantastic.… Continue reading All Hail the King
Reading in Orillia
I recently had the pleasure of attending a reading by science fiction author Julie Czerneda at the Leacock museum in Orillia Ontario, Julie's current hometown. This is actually the second reading she's done here, the first being last August when she won two Aurora Awards; one for her novel In the Company of Others, and… Continue reading Reading in Orillia
