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Review: x0 by Sherrie Cronin

x0: An Interactive Novel by Sherrie Cronin (9780985156183) : Cinnabar Press/Smashwords (2012) Lola Zeitman is an accomplished oil & gas industry geologist, as well as a devoted wife and mother to three children. She is also discovering that she is … Continue reading

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Why Do Good Guys Finish Last in Urban Fantasy?

My wife and I had a very interesting conversation in the car on the way to work today. Both of us enjoy reading some paranormal romance/urban fantasy and I made the observation that, when it comes to the romance aspect … Continue reading

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Review: Edge of Dark Water by Joe R. Lansdale

Edge of Dark Water by Joe R. Lansdale (9780316188432) : Mulholland Books (2012) Anybody who’s read my blog for a decent length of time should know that I love me some Joe R. Lansdale. The East Texas author has such … Continue reading

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New Review Up at Shroud: Westlake Soul by Rio Youers

Hi folks, My latest review for Shroud Magazine Book Reviews Online is up and riding the waves of the cyber-ocean. This time I’m reviewing Rio Youers’ new novel Westlake Soul. Also, you might remember me mentioning this author before in my very … Continue reading

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Review: The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss

The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss (9780756404741): Daw Fantasy (2007) What is the difference between epic and non-epic fantasy? Is it the level of world-building? Is it the scope? Generally, epic fantasy is driven by the conflicts that affect … Continue reading

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