Author Archives: Shedrick

About Shedrick

I am a professional librarian and a part-time writer that's working to do that the other way around. I currently live in North Texas in the lovely city of Denton (“The Home of Happiness“) with my lovely wife and the obligatory demon-spawn cats. When not writing, gaming, or watching cheezy kung-fu flicks, I can sometimes be found in a pub (or the American equivalent) enjoying a fine brew.

The Tough Part: A Bit of Flash Fiction

Posted on April 16, 2013

Every Friday, Chuck Windig over at Terribleminds.com has a flash fiction challenge. I thought I’d try this latest one out. He provided about fourteen opening lines to choose from and we’re to come up with a kick-ass story based on … Continue reading →

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Sweet Smell of Acceptance

Posted on April 15, 2013

Remember when this was a blog about writing and my writing “career”? Well, I actually have some news on that front. I got an acceptance for one of my stories (“Thirty-Nine”) at Stupefying Stories. That’s my second acceptance, with my … Continue reading →

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Why I Think Gay Marriage is A-OK

Posted on March 29, 2013

With the recent activity in the Supreme Court and the sea of red Human Rights Campaign symbols in my Facebook, gay marriage is on a lot of people’s minds these days. Mine too. The fact is, I’ve given the issue … Continue reading →

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Review: Cold Days by Jim Butcher

Posted on March 28, 2013

Cold Days (The Dresden Files #14) by Jim Butcher (2012) : 9780451464408 (Penguin Group) Harry Dresden is back in action, now with a new role to play in the ever-growing supernatural community of Jim Butcher’s The Dresden Files. Note: If … Continue reading →

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Review: Something From the Nightside by Simon R. Green

Posted on March 27, 2013

Something from the Nightside (Nightside #1) by Simon R. Green (2003): 9780441010653 (Ace) John Taylor has a special talent for finding things. Joanna Barrett needs him to find her wayward daughter. The problem is, Cathy has wandered into the Nightside–a … Continue reading →

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