Bulletins & Other News: Dec. 30, 2007

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NexGenPulp - Subscriptions!
"Our Subscriptions page is now up and running on our website! Choose from a year's subscription or a single issue purchase, all through the safety and security of paypal (no paypal account needed -- see site)."

Currently accepting submissions
"We are currently accepting submissions of Science Fiction, Detective, or Adventure stories for our first issue due out in February. We're also looking for black and white illustrations or comics. Our webpage is www.NexGenPulp.com Thanks! ~ Michael Critzer / Editorial and Creative Director NexGen Pulp Magazine"

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The Smoking Poet - THE SMOKING POET: CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS
For full submission guidelines and contact information, visit: http://thesmokingpoet.tripod.com/

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Kevin Lucia - Coach's Midnight Diner Lowers Price
"Hey folks, just a heads up that the genre anthology, Coach's Midnight Diner, has dropped it's price on Amazon. It's a nifty little genre anthology featuring everything from crime noir fiction to "Outer Limits" type stories, even some Lovecraftian tales featuring good old Cthulhu himself. Download and enjoy the Sample Diner (PDF file) to get a taste. Don't forget, the second edition of the Diner is now accepting submissions. Get a cup of joe, sharpen those pencils, and write on into the night!" ~ http://www.kevinlucia.net/

Short Story Accepted for Publication In Next Gen Pulp
"Hey my fine folks, just wanted to share the news that my latest short story, Darkness Road, was accepted for publication in the February/March issue of NextGen Pulp. Go add these fine folks, and support the pulp fiction market! More details coming when the issue comes out ~ Kevin Lucia"

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Scotopia Press - Dark Distortions Volume 1
Over 580 pages of dark delights. $21.95 + Shipping & Handling (7.5% Tax for Nebraska Buyers) Pre-Order Now! All pre-orders will be signed by the editors as thanks. Ships March 20th, 2008. More details can be found at: http://www.scotopiapress.com/bookstore.htm

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Word Weavers - And the Winner is Eric Enck
"Eric won by a total of ONE vote You can review the results by trying to vote again (the poll is closed so you will be redirected to the results page).
I will post a screen shot of the results page in the blog in the morning. Congrats to Eric and all the nominees! Thank you all for Voting. Perhaps we'll have a better turn out next year. Head on over to the Word Weavers MySpace Page to see this feature and more!"
Word Weavers Anthologies | http://www.freewebs.com/weaversofwords | http://groups.yahoo.com/group/WeaversofWords/

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TRIAD Publishing Group - Check out Ghost under Third Base by Fran Orenstein
Go to www.triadpublishinggroup.com and read about The Ghost under Third Base

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Jen (Greybon) - New Hodgepodge Post: National Treasure: Book of Secrets
"FYI, new Hodgepodge post: National Treasure: Book of Secrets ~Jen (Greybon)"
www.sonechki.com | Hodgepodge | Sonechki Corner's | www.myspace.com/bunkville | On Facebook | http://greybon.deviantart.com

News worth reposting:
Are We Alone? - Star Trek Seth!
See Seth in a new communications role - on the bridge of the Starship Enterprise! Watch the first part of the Internet Star Trek movie
Star Trek: Of Gods and Men starring Walter Koenig, Nichelle Nichols - and Seth! - at: http://www.startrekofgodsandmen.com/

Go to http://radio.seti.org and follow the link to see more photos of Seth in costume.

New Episode available: "Science Detectives"
Some detectives don't look for fingerprints or interrogate suspects to unravel mysteries. Instead, they're dressed in white coats, and armed with DNA probes and star maps. These are the science detectives: researchers who have found innovative ways to use science to solve puzzles that no one else can.

Find out how a biologist helped international police pinpoint elephant poaching in Africa. Also, astronomers who can decipher when and where Vincent van Gogh painted his famous nighttime works by examining the position of the stars. And, how some archeologists and paleontologists willingly deal with some very old dung to learn secrets of the distant past.
Guests:

* Samuel K. Wasser - Professor of conservation biology, University of Washington
* Jacob Berkowitz - Author of "Jurassic Poop"
* Russell L. Doescher - Physicist and astronomer, Texas State University
* James Oberg - Rocket scientist and media consultant

You can listen to the new episode at: http://radio.seti.org/

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Guy G. - sfnovelists.com
Guy G ran across this site and thought it might be a great addition to the news blog: http://www.sfnovelists.com/
From boingboing.net "SF Novelists is a new group blog by dozens of science fiction novelists, where they're talking about the work of being an sf writer -- the nitty gritty of writing, managing your career, and all the minutae of life in a very strange trade indeed. The contributor list is incredibly impressive, too."

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Brandon Layng - Christmas Presents from 13Human Souls: Horror E-zine
"It's that time again, a new edition of 13Human Souls: Horror E-zine. I changed the release date for this month to bring it a little closer to Christmas since this is the Christmas Present Edition. December 23rd. Hop, crawl drag your trailing entrails over to: http://www.geocities.com/thirteenhumansouls/
and have a good read. Five stories and two poems this one will give you a good excuse for some downtime during the holidays.

• Matthew Alan Pierce - "Under the Mistletoe"
• Jane Timm Baxter - "The Gift"
• Bryon D. Howell - "It Wasn't Mommy"
• Benjamin Bussey - "Little White Lie"
• Caroline Callaghan - "Brotherly Love"
• Oonah V. Joslin - "The Last Gift"
• April Keck - "Holiday Cheer?"

So stop by and get your presents. Don't forget to sign the guestbook to leave your comments on the stories and poems, the authors love to read them.
Happy Holidays Everyone! Brandon Layng, Editor 13Human Souls: Horror E-zine"

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Pens On Fire - Lyrics or Songs wanted for Online Magazine
"We are looking for bands or individuals trying to get their sound out there. Please email lyricssub@pensonfire.com Let me know if you have questions.
The web page address is: http://www.pensonfire.com ~Samantha"

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www.USSThermopylae.org - Star Trek: Of Gods And Men Part 1 Online Now
"To watch part one of STAR TREK: OF GODS AND MEN go to: http://www.startrekofgodsandmen.com and enter your email address."
Trailer available the www.USSThermopylae.org profile. Also check out the www.USSThermopylae.org website.

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Jenna Black - Home Vampire Hunters Game--code word posted!
"If you'd like to hunt vampires from the safety and comfort of your own home, stop by my Fun Stuff page and play the Home Vampire Hunters Game.

Each week, I post a report of a "vampire attack." If you have a game card that matches the description of the attacker, you could be eligible to win the weekly prize. The more cards you collect, the better your chances of winning! And don't forget the grand prize, a $100 Amazon.com gift certificate that will be awarded on April 29--the release date for Hungers of the Heart, the fourth book in my Guardians of the Night series!

If you don't have any game cards yet, don't despair! Every Sunday, I post a code word on the Fun Stuff page. Send me an email with that code word, and you'll be entered in a drawing to win one of three electronic game cards. This week's code word is up on the website now, so go take a look!"

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Tor Books - Releasing 1/2 from Tor Books
Here's what's releasing 01/02/2008:

• Betrayed by Jamie Leigh Hansen
• Bone Walker by Kathleen O'Neal Gear and W. Michael Gear
• The Book of Love by Andrew M. Greeley and Mary G. Durkin
• Lord of the Silent Kingdom by Glen Cook
• Off Armageddon Reef by David Weber
• Return to Quag Keep by Andre Norton and Jean Rabe
• The Summoning God by Kathleen O'Neal Gear and W. Michael Gear
• Thunder of Time by James F. David
• Venus Envy by Shannon McKelden
• The Visitant by Kathleen O'Neal Gear and W. Michael Gear
• Weavers of War by David B. Coe
• Wolf's Blood by Jane Lindskold
• Click here for all Tor/Forge releases.

New Podcast: Spider Robinson on Variable Star, Pt1
New podcast posted today: "Spider Robinson discusses writing Variable Star, Part 1" http://www.tor-forge.com/Podcasts/

www.tor-forge.com | www.myspace.com/torbooks | www.myspace.com/torteen | Facebook Group | http://twitter.com/torbooks

Blog Updates: Dec. 30, 2007

Boxcar Astronaut - "Some Assembly Required"

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Roy C. Booth - "Updates and The Talking Stick"

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Yasmine Galenorn - "And Tony’s Calendar Goes To (Drumroll)...Kelli_Shannon Ravenswing", & "Your Favorite Book-Changeling Contest", & "Your Favorite Line-Witchling Contest"

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Suzanne - "Doomgazer Chapter 6, Part 2"

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JAMES AND DADDY - "Christmas 2007"

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Grim Trixter - Brandy Leah Schwan - "Rats!"

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Wade of Aquitaine - "FAQ on Amazon’s Kindle"

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Louise Bohmer - EIC Lachesis / LBF Blog - "Where Exactly Can You Buy Lachesis / LBF Books?", "Some Helpful Sites for the Aspiring to Chew on -- From a Cranky Editor", & "Coming Soon - Pre-order Available December 28, 2007 - Lachesis Publishing"

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Paul Levinson - "The Silk Code in Top 20 of 2007 Podiobooks!"

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Writer / Filmmaker R.M. Hamilton - "Book Update"

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The Retreat - "2007 Year In Review", & "The Retreat Sneak Preview"

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Darkened Horizons / Jordan M. Bobe - "2007 Year In Review"

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Robert McCammon - "New audio interview at Pod of Horror"

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Mike Wall - "Thank you Rosalina"

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Kevin Lucia - "WRITING FOR FUN AND PROFIT?"

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Word Weavers - "Congrats to Eric Enck Our Word Weaver of the Year!!"

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Cynthia Leitich Smith - "Reminder: Faerie Drink Forums Chat"

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Planet Pride - "World’s biggest telescope to hunt for exoplanets", "Exoplanet Reflected Light Detected For The First Time", "Sculpting the F Ring", & "Alone with the Giant"

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A. Lee Martinez - "A. Lee Martinez Appreciation Day!!"

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Brent Hartinger - "Reader Mail!"

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Damien Navillus - Dark Fiction Writer - "Michael Laimo"

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N. D. Hansen-Hill SF Fantasy Horror - "The end is just beginning..."

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Kealan Patrick Burke - "The Number 121 to Pennsylvania & Others"

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Writers Market - "Resolution Time"

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Jeremy C. Shipp, Dark Fiction Writer - "The EGG director’s article about meeting me and other hoopla"

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Apex Science Fiction and Horror Digest - "Apex Publications - 2007 by the numbers"

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Horror Library Blog-O-Rama - "Goals and Thank You’s By AJ Brown"

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Jenna Black - "Reviewers' Choice Nominations"

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Minnette - "New Blog Site"
Check out her new blog on Blogspot.com: http://minnettemeador.blogspot.com/

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Tony Eldridge - "Autographed Copies Of The Samson Effect Now Available on Author’s Den"

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Lisa Erin - "Fearn / Alder"

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Michael Laimo - Horror Author - "A PLEA TO READERS AND FANS"

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Chaos and Reunion - "It’s all here.."

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Robert J. Sawyer's Blog - Check out the latest blogs by Robert Sawyer at: http://sfwriter.com/blog.htm

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Sylvia Engdahl, SF author & space advocate - And be sure to check out Sylvia's blog too: http://towardtomorrow.blogspot.com/

Bulletins & Other News: Dec. 27, 2007

Are We Alone? - Star Trek Seth!
See Seth in a new communications role - on the bridge of the Starship Enterprise! Watch the first part of the Internet Star Trek movie
Star Trek: Of Gods and Men starring Walter Koenig, Nichelle Nichols - and Seth! - at: http://www.startrekofgodsandmen.com/

Go to http://radio.seti.org and follow the link to see more photos of Seth in costume.

New Episode available: "Science Detectives"
Some detectives don't look for fingerprints or interrogate suspects to unravel mysteries. Instead, they're dressed in white coats, and armed with DNA probes and star maps. These are the science detectives: researchers who have found innovative ways to use science to solve puzzles that no one else can.

Find out how a biologist helped international police pinpoint elephant poaching in Africa. Also, astronomers who can decipher when and where Vincent van Gogh painted his famous nighttime works by examining the position of the stars. And, how some archeologists and paleontologists willingly deal with some very old dung to learn secrets of the distant past.
Guests:

* Samuel K. Wasser - Professor of conservation biology, University of Washington
* Jacob Berkowitz - Author of "Jurassic Poop"
* Russell L. Doescher - Physicist and astronomer, Texas State University
* James Oberg - Rocket scientist and media consultant

You can listen to the new episode at: http://radio.seti.org/

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Guy G. - sfnovelists.com
Guy G ran across this site and thought it might be a great addition to the news blog: http://www.sfnovelists.com/
From boingboing.net "SF Novelists is a new group blog by dozens of science fiction novelists, where they're talking about the work of being an sf writer -- the nitty gritty of writing, managing your career, and all the minutae of life in a very strange trade indeed. The contributor list is incredibly impressive, too."

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Brandon Layng - Christmas Presents from 13Human Souls: Horror E-zine
"It's that time again, a new edition of 13Human Souls: Horror E-zine. I changed the release date for this month to bring it a little closer to Christmas since this is the Christmas Present Edition. December 23rd. Hop, crawl drag your trailing entrails over to: http://www.geocities.com/thirteenhumansouls/
and have a good read. Five stories and two poems this one will give you a good excuse for some downtime during the holidays.

• Matthew Alan Pierce - "Under the Mistletoe"
• Jane Timm Baxter - "The Gift"
• Bryon D. Howell - "It Wasn't Mommy"
• Benjamin Bussey - "Little White Lie"
• Caroline Callaghan - "Brotherly Love"
• Oonah V. Joslin - "The Last Gift"
• April Keck - "Holiday Cheer?"

So stop by and get your presents. Don't forget to sign the guestbook to leave your comments on the stories and poems, the authors love to read them.
Happy Holidays Everyone! Brandon Layng, Editor 13Human Souls: Horror E-zine"

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Derek Gunn - FEAR ZONE reviews Vampire Apocalypse
"Anyone who is interested in vampire literature and likes his or her fiction filled with action will enjoy this novel, and it is recommended." Read the full review at FEAR ZONE: http://www.fearzone.com/blog/vampire-apocalypse

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Pens On Fire - Lyrics or Songs wanted for Online Magazine
"We are looking for bands or individuals trying to get their sound out there. Please email lyricssub@pensonfire.com Let me know if you have questions.
The web page address is: http://www.pensonfire.com ~Samantha"

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Fantasy Author - Hubert L. Mullins - Post-holiday website updates!
"Check out my Mystyria section guys! My friend Robert, a great artist, has been doing drawings for the 'gods' and you all need to head on over and check out his work. They aren't all complete, but you can see where we're going with this. Big thanks to Robert on this one and thanks to all of you! ~ Hubert"
HubertLMullins.com

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Dusk Before the Dawn - Thinking Man's Guide to the End of the World
"It's now less that five years until the Mayan calendar predicts the end of the current age (December 21, 2012, give or take). In doing my part to help you prepare, I've accumulated this compendium/categorization of end of the world scenarios, including everything from pole shift, shooting ourselves in the foot and aliens building intergalactic super highways without warning us. Location, location, location. Enjoy and have a safe holiday! ~ Larry"

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Scotopia Press - Dark Distortions Up For Pre-Order
"This morning Dark Distortions I became available for pre-sale. We have a guaranteed shipment date of March 20th, 2008. Stop by www.scotopiapress.com for further details. Wish us luck! Oh, and tell your friends if they want one the highest quality, most varied anthologies of dark fiction that the market has to offer, that they should stop by and get their copy today! Thanks, Molly @ Scotopia Press."

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Michael Laimo - Horror Author - New Message Board at Horror Mall
"Please stop by, check out the new horror superstor Horror Mall, and the nifty new message board they have set up for me. Make sure you register, and post a hello!"

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www.USSThermopylae.org - Star Trek: Of Gods And Men Part 1 Online Now
"To watch part one of STAR TREK: OF GODS AND MEN go to: http://www.startrekofgodsandmen.com and enter your email address."
Trailer available the www.USSThermopylae.org profile. Also check out the www.USSThermopylae.org website.

News worth reposting:
Jenna Black - Home Vampire Hunters Game--code word posted!
"If you'd like to hunt vampires from the safety and comfort of your own home, stop by my Fun Stuff page and play the Home Vampire Hunters Game.

Each week, I post a report of a "vampire attack." If you have a game card that matches the description of the attacker, you could be eligible to win the weekly prize. The more cards you collect, the better your chances of winning! And don't forget the grand prize, a $100 Amazon.com gift certificate that will be awarded on April 29--the release date for Hungers of the Heart, the fourth book in my Guardians of the Night series!

If you don't have any game cards yet, don't despair! Every Sunday, I post a code word on the Fun Stuff page. Send me an email with that code word, and you'll be entered in a drawing to win one of three electronic game cards. This week's code word is up on the website now, so go take a look!"

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Tor Books - Releasing 1/2 from Tor Books
Here's what's releasing 01/02/2008:

• Betrayed by Jamie Leigh Hansen
• Bone Walker by Kathleen O'Neal Gear and W. Michael Gear
• The Book of Love by Andrew M. Greeley and Mary G. Durkin
• Lord of the Silent Kingdom by Glen Cook
• Off Armageddon Reef by David Weber
• Return to Quag Keep by Andre Norton and Jean Rabe
• The Summoning God by Kathleen O'Neal Gear and W. Michael Gear
• Thunder of Time by James F. David
• Venus Envy by Shannon McKelden
• The Visitant by Kathleen O'Neal Gear and W. Michael Gear
• Weavers of War by David B. Coe
• Wolf's Blood by Jane Lindskold
• Click here for all Tor/Forge releases.

New Podcast: Spider Robinson on Variable Star, Pt1
New podcast posted today: "Spider Robinson discusses writing Variable Star, Part 1" http://www.tor-forge.com/Podcasts/

www.tor-forge.com | www.myspace.com/torbooks | www.myspace.com/torteen | Facebook Group | http://twitter.com/torbooks

Blog Updates: Dec. 27, 2007

C.T. (Cie) Adams - "SQUEEE!!! WOOT WOOT WOOT!!!!"

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Tom Tancin - "All Aboard! 2007 in Review!"

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Yasmine Galenorn - "A Merry Yuletide To All", "Tony Mauro’s When Darkness Falls Calendar Contest", & "New Years Goal Setting Ritual"

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Paul Levinson - "The Time-Travel Blind and Journeyman: My Response to TV Guide’s Adam Schubak", "previously unknown Socratic dialogue", & "Media Within Media Within Media ... Journeyman in Second Life"

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Jeremy C. Shipp, Dark Fiction Writer - "Would you help me spread the word about my book?", & "Vacation is an Amazon Bestseller"

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Willie Meikle - "Want to be a Werewolf in a novel?"

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Maria V. Snyder, Author - "Dumpster Diving - the new Olympic Sport (not)"

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Derek Gunn - "FEAR ZONE reviews Vampire Apocalypse"

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Jeff Carlson - "Late As Usual"

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Book Trailers from COS Productions - "The Good, the Bad, the Most Memorable - By Guest Blogger Deborah LeBlanc "

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David Louis Edelman - "End-of-Year Miscellany"

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Thomas Saint McReynolds - "Review of ""The Silver Thaw"" "

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Lou (Lou Anders) - "Lou Podcast: An Agony of Pleasure"

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Minnette - "What did I write today? Check often for updates... " And check out her new blog on Blogspot.com: http://minnettemeador.blogspot.com/

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Planet Pride - "Dione’s Fractured Face", "New Horizons’s Jupiter Images", "NASA Outer Planet Mission Studies: International Collaboration", & "Ion Engines Drive Dawn to Asteroids Vesta and Ceres"

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Grovont (aka Tim Sandlin) - "How Many Guns Were in Your Church Christmas Eve?"

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Nicola Griffith - "Chasing Ray favourites"

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Jennifer L. Miller - Fantasy-Horror-Sci-fi Author - "Car Accident"

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Roy C. Booth - "Boxing Day 2007", & "Christmas 2007 Updates"

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Apex Science Fiction and Horror Digest - "HebrewPunk signature sheets", & "Gratia Placenti poll"

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Scott Nicholson - "All I Want For Solstice"

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The Smoking Poet - "THE SMOKING POET: CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS SPRING 2008"

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Dusk Before the Dawn - "Thinking Man’s Guide to the End of the World"

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Michael Laimo - Horror Author - "NEW MESSAGE BOARD AT THE HORROR MALL"

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Louise Bohmer - EIC Lachesis / LBF Blog - "Quick Update Before Bed", & "For You ""Black Act"" Readers and Friends ~ "

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Are We Alone? - "Star Trek Seth"

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Writers Together - "What? I would never do that!

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A. Lee Martinez - "Adventures in Science"

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Daniel Braum - "I’m now part of the DAILY CABAL at www.dailycabal.com"

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Clash at Creeden - "Scorpius’ interview with Authors of Myspace..."

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David Thorpe - "In praise of Henry Miller"

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MARTIN TREANOR : Horror Author - "Nollaig Shona - or Happy Christmas"

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Chaos and Reunion - "It’s all here.."

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Robert J. Sawyer's Blog - Check out the latest blogs by Robert Sawyer at: http://sfwriter.com/blog.htm

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Sylvia Engdahl, SF author & space advocate - And be sure to check out Sylvia's blog too: http://towardtomorrow.blogspot.com/

Norwescon 31 Meeting - Saturday Jan 5

The meeting notice below was posted to the Norwescon List on Yahoo and I thought I'd pass it along for those of you who might be interested ~ Jim

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Norwescon 31 Meeting - Saturday Jan 5
Posted by: "Felice - NWC Secretary"
Date: Wed Dec 26, 2007 8:52 pm ((PST))

Good Evening,

The next Norwescon pre-con planning meeting is Saturday January 5th at the Doubletree Hotel Seattle Airport (18740 International Blvd. SeaTac, WA). Our contracted parking rate for meetings this year is $8 per car. Please check the daily schedule board in the hotel lobby when you arrive to determine which room we will be meeting in.

The Executive Team meets from 11-1:30 then a 30 minute lunch break, followed by brief introductions at 2 before the break-out sessions from 2:05-3:05 then right after the break out sessions the main part of the Convention Committee (concom) meeting starts and generally runs until 4:30 or 5. Nominations for Norwescon 32 (chair, vice-chair, and GOH committee) open at this meeting.

Felice Nightengale
NWC 31 Secretary

Meetings this convention year: February 9, March 1, and sometime in April

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Bulletins & Other News: Dec. 24, 2007

Are We Alone? - New Episode available: "Science Detectives"
Some detectives don't look for fingerprints or interrogate suspects to unravel mysteries. Instead, they're dressed in white coats, and armed with DNA probes and star maps. These are the science detectives: researchers who have found innovative ways to use science to solve puzzles that no one else can.

Find out how a biologist helped international police pinpoint elephant poaching in Africa. Also, astronomers who can decipher when and where Vincent van Gogh painted his famous nighttime works by examining the position of the stars. And, how some archeologists and paleontologists willingly deal with some very old dung to learn secrets of the distant past.
Guests:

* Samuel K. Wasser - Professor of conservation biology, University of Washington
* Jacob Berkowitz - Author of "Jurassic Poop"
* Russell L. Doescher - Physicist and astronomer, Texas State University
* James Oberg - Rocket scientist and media consultant

You can listen to the new episode at: http://radio.seti.org/

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Dusk Before the Dawn - Listed on SF Signals First Novels Christmas Gift List
"SF Signal list my novel Dusk Before the Dawn on their list of Christmas Gifts of First Novels from First Time Authors. A great list featuring seven novels with the reviews from SF Signal.~ Larry"

Guest review at SF Signal
"Those wonderful gents in their typing machines at SF Signal invited me to guest review the novel 2012: The War for Souls by Whitley Strieber. Give it a read, and check out their SF Tidbits, Reviews, Tubebits and Mind Meld series. Theirs is the top group SciFi Blog in the verse, and it entertains me greatly (this is where my son and I guffawed all night at the Mr. T World of Warcraft commercials) ~ Larry"

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Lincoln Crisler, Author - Free Holiday Horror From Lincoln Crisler & Horror Library
Here is the link to the story: http://www.horrorlibrary.net/view_story.php?story_id=778

News worth reposting:
Donna Barr - Benefit for Bill Mantlo

Donna sent in this notice from David Lasky regarding a benefit for ROM writer/co-creator Bill Mantlo:
"If you're interested, a watercolor painting of mine, depicting the Marvel Comics hero "ROM" is up for bid on Ebay right now. (To be specific, it's a scene from ROM #33, from 1982.) All money raised will go to ROM writer/co-creator Bill Mantlo, who was severely injured in the 90's and requires constant medical care. This is part of a ROM art exhibit now on display at the Floating World Comics Gallery in Portland, OR. The gallery has ROM art by other artists on Ebay too." Click here to view the items on Ebay.

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Brian Knight - Writerly Advice - Random Humbugs To Round Off The Year
"I'm in a bubble-bursting mood today, but I'm not sure that's really a bad thing. Some bubbles need bursting. Most of these little lumps of coal are meant for the newbies in this crazy business, who need every bit of advice they can get, and who also need a good bubble bursting every now and then to keep them honest.
Continued at Storytellersunplugged.com"

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Tony Eldridge - Have You Written A Book You Would Like Me To Help Promote?
"I have met so many great authors on My Space. One of the things I do to help authors get the news out about their books is to post a link to their site on my web site at http://www.samsoneffect.com. That can help get your site and book into the search engines. If you would like me to list your site, let me know. Give me the site you want me to promote and the name of your book. I will also update my My Space profile with My Space Authors. I am just starting to do this, so if you don't see your book in my profile page, let me know and I will add it. Also, I would appreciate it if you take a peek at my book video an let me know what you think of it. You can find it on my profile page. Happy writing everyone!"

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Jonathan Fesmire - Eleven
The first eleven episodes of Tamshi's Imp are now live at Podiobooks.Com! The latest went up yesterday. Did Tamshi survive the avalanche? (Well, probably... but you'll have to listen to it to know for sure.) I'll be posting the next episode of my fantasy epic next week. (Remember, if you want to read the entire book instead, you can get it from links here.)

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Tom Tancin - Detective Lindsey Scott Fans Group
"I created a MySpace Group for Detective Lindsey Scott Fans. It is the easiest way for me to discuss the novels with everyone. You can post a topic, respond to a topic, talk about characters, killer motivation, plot, etc. and I will join in anytime I can. It means that I can spend a few hours here and there responding and discussing the novels with eveyrone who takes part in it. Plus, we can even discuss upcoming novels and you can make predictions with each other about what will happen in the novels before they hit the market. Here is the link to the group: http://groups.myspace.com/lindseyscottfans

I am sending some invitations but you can add yourself and it will be quicker. Let's make this an interactive, fun, up to date group. I need your help with this one! Invite your friends to join. Thanks ~ Tom"

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Jenna Black - Home Vampire Hunters Game--code word posted!
"If you'd like to hunt vampires from the safety and comfort of your own home, stop by my Fun Stuff page and play the Home Vampire Hunters Game.

Each week, I post a report of a "vampire attack." If you have a game card that matches the description of the attacker, you could be eligible to win the weekly prize. The more cards you collect, the better your chances of winning! And don't forget the grand prize, a $100 Amazon.com gift certificate that will be awarded on April 29--the release date for Hungers of the Heart, the fourth book in my Guardians of the Night series!

If you don't have any game cards yet, don't despair! Every Sunday, I post a code word on the Fun Stuff page. Send me an email with that code word, and you'll be entered in a drawing to win one of three electronic game cards. This week's code word is up on the website now, so go take a look!"

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DJ Burnham - New Sci-fi short story free to read
You can read DJ Burnham's short story "The Shard of Gahzbrid" at: http://www.silverthought.com/burnham12.html

Also check out the first collection of DJ Burnham's short stories (6 of which are new and previously unpublished). All of the profits from the sale of the book will go to WWF (The World Wide Fund for Nature). Here's the URL: http://www.lulu.com/content/823956

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Writers Together - New Feature...You may be surprised...
"New Feature up on Writers Together. It's the first Comic Book feature. Please take a moment to read through it. Its focus is on a comic book created by a thirteen year old boy. HUGS and Thank you all ~ Cindy"

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Jen (Greybon) - New Blog Post: Happy Holidays!
FYI, new Hodgepodge post: Happy Holidays! Have a wonderful day! ~ Jen (Greybon)
www.sonechki.com | Hodgepodge | Sonechki Corner's | www.myspace.com/bunkville | On Facebook

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Dark Horse Comics - The End League Trailer
"Check out the trailer for the upcoming Dark Horse series The End League! A thematic merging of The Lord of the Rings and Watchmen, The End League follows a cast of the last remaining supermen and women as they embark on a desperate and perilous journey through a world dominated by evil, in hopes of locating the one remaining artifact that can save humanity--the Hammer of Thor. Click here to check it out!"

Grendel Contest on Dark Horse.com
"In honor of Matt Wagner's newly released mini-series, Grendel: Behold the Devil (written and drawn by Wagner), we're throwing a contest. Enter to win and you may be walking away with one of these great Grendel prize pack. Click here to enter!"

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Willie Meikle - New story in Murky Depths magazine
"I have a new story, Phantom Payment, out now in Murky Depths magazine. Murky Depths is a hybrid comic/magazine, featuring top quality speculative fiction with sprinklings of horror and fantasy that push the boundaries of science fiction. Each story is complimented with its own unique artwork. Alongside the straight prose is cutting edge graphic stories. Articles across the genres and mixed disciplines add authority, humour and maybe a little controversy. Can you afford to pass on this?" Here are the links to the Murky Depths MySpace profile, and website.

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13Human Souls - Pass this bloody present along to your friends!
"It's that time again, a new edition of 13Human Souls: Horror E-zine. I changed the release date for this month to bring it a little closer to Christmas since this is the Christmas Present Edition. December 23rd hop, crawl drag your trailing entrails over to: http://www.geocities.com/thirteenhumansouls/
So stop by and get your presents. Don't forget to sign the guestbook to leave your comments on the stories and poems, the authors love to read them.
Happy Holidays Everyone! ~ Brandon Layng, Editor / 13Human Souls: Horror E-zine"

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Tor Books - Releasing 1/2 from Tor Books
Here's what's releasing 01/02/2008:

• Betrayed by Jamie Leigh Hansen
• Bone Walker by Kathleen O'Neal Gear and W. Michael Gear
• The Book of Love by Andrew M. Greeley and Mary G. Durkin
• Lord of the Silent Kingdom by Glen Cook
• Off Armageddon Reef by David Weber
• Return to Quag Keep by Andre Norton and Jean Rabe
• The Summoning God by Kathleen O'Neal Gear and W. Michael Gear
• Thunder of Time by James F. David
• Venus Envy by Shannon McKelden
• The Visitant by Kathleen O'Neal Gear and W. Michael Gear
• Weavers of War by David B. Coe
• Wolf's Blood by Jane Lindskold
• Click here for all Tor/Forge releases.

New Podcast: Spider Robinson on Variable Star, Pt1
New podcast posted today: "Spider Robinson discusses writing Variable Star, Part 1" http://www.tor-forge.com/Podcasts/

www.tor-forge.com | www.myspace.com/torbooks | www.myspace.com/torteen | Facebook Group | http://twitter.com/torbooks

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PLANET LOVECRAFT - Planet Lovecraft #1 available now!
"What a long, strange trip it's been... Over the past several months I've been acting as Art Director for an illustrated horror magazine called Planet Lovecraft - and it's finally available for purchase! Head on over to www.planetlovecraftmagazine.com and pick up a copy - heck, pick up TWO copies, your mom will want one too - and check out the comix, articles and interviews. It's 56 pages of black and white, Lovecraftian horror!"

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The Edge of Propinquity - Volume 24, December 2007
You can look over the Edge at: http://www.edgeofpropinquity.net/default.asp

Blog Updates: Dec. 24, 2007

There are a couple of writers groups here on MySpace that may be of interest to you. The Writers Cramp and Pens On Fire.

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Are We Alone? - "Sceince Detectives - New Episode Available"

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Jennifer L. Miller - Fantasy-Horror-Sci-fi Author - "So Much Going On"

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Nicola Griffith - "Best of 2007"

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Louise Bohmer - EIC Lachesis / LBF Blog - "Nominations Complete ~ You Can Now go Vote for Word Weaver of the Year"

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Horror Library Blog-O-Rama - "Happy Holidays From HP Lovecraft", & "Sticktoitiveness - by Dan Naden"

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Alethea Kontis - "Shimmery Christmas"

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Yasmine Galenorn - "Iris’s Cooking School: Drunken Rib Roast"

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HARPER PERENNIAL - "New Year Resolutions: Willy Vlautin & Sarah Hall", & "Dave Navarro interviews Neil Strauss"

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Thomas Saint McReynolds - "Merry Christmas!", "From the Shadows", & "Announcement!"

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Word Weavers - "Vote for Your Word Weaver of the Year!!", & "Guest Blog: Maharat Zahara Takes Us Flying"

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Planet Pride - "Captain’s Log December 24, 2007 ", "Rhea’s Pitted Profile", "Astronomy Cast Ep. 66: How Amateurs Can Contribute to Astronomy", "This Week’s Sky at a Glance", & "Earliest Stage of Planet Formation Dated"

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Barbara Karmazin - "Feliz Navidad"

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outside in the movie - "Surprisingly Like Earth - is that surprising?"

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Grim Trixter - Brandy Leah Schwan - "The Gift of the Magi -- by O. Henry"

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Chronicles Of The Myles Standish - "Recommended Reads... If you can find them!"

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Bret Jordan - "JENNING’S GROVE"

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C. L. Freire -Tween Fantasy Writer - "The Journey’s End..Oh wait, what am I saying? IT’S ONLY THE BEGINNING", & "From the Shadows..You gotta get this book"

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Jeremy C. Shipp, Dark Fiction Writer - "Monkey Boy and the Meaning of Christmas"

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Writers Together - "From the Shadows"

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Di Francis - "journeys"

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Heather S. Ingemar - "Happy Holidays"

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Paul Levinson - "I’m Voting for Barack Obama in the Democratic Primary"

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A. Lee Martinez - "Unlikely Endings"

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Chaos and Reunion - "It’s all here.."

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Robert J. Sawyer's Blog - Check out the latest blogs by Robert Sawyer at: http://sfwriter.com/blog.htm

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Sylvia Engdahl, SF author & space advocate - And be sure to check out Sylvia's blog too: http://towardtomorrow.blogspot.com/

Bulletins & Other News: Dec. 23, 2007

Donna Barr - Benefit for Bill Mantlo

Donna sent in this notice from David Lasky regarding a benefit for ROM writer/co-creator Bill Mantlo:
"If you're interested, a watercolor painting of mine, depicting the Marvel Comics hero "ROM" is up for bid on Ebay right now. (To be specific, it's a scene from ROM #33, from 1982.) All money raised will go to ROM writer/co-creator Bill Mantlo, who was severely injured in the 90's and requires constant medical care. This is part of a ROM art exhibit now on display at the Floating World Comics Gallery in Portland, OR. The gallery has ROM art by other artists on Ebay too." Click here to view the items on Ebay.

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Brian Knight - Writerly Advice - Random Humbugs To Round Off The Year
"I'm in a bubble-bursting mood today, but I'm not sure that's really a bad thing. Some bubbles need bursting. Most of these little lumps of coal are meant for the newbies in this crazy business, who need every bit of advice they can get, and who also need a good bubble bursting every now and then to keep them honest.
Continued at Storytellersunplugged.com"

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Tony Eldridge - Have You Written A Book You Would Like Me To Help Promote?
"I have met so many great authors on My Space. One of the things I do to help authors get the news out about their books is to post a link to their site on my web site at http://www.samsoneffect.com. That can help get your site and book into the search engines. If you would like me to list your site, let me know. Give me the site you want me to promote and the name of your book. I will also update my My Space profile with My Space Authors. I am just starting to do this, so if you don't see your book in my profile page, let me know and I will add it. Also, I would appreciate it if you take a peek at my book video an let me know what you think of it. You can find it on my profile page. Happy writing everyone!"

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Jonathan Fesmire - Eleven
The first eleven episodes of Tamshi's Imp are now live at Podiobooks.Com! The latest went up yesterday. Did Tamshi survive the avalanche? (Well, probably... but you'll have to listen to it to know for sure.) I'll be posting the next episode of my fantasy epic next week. (Remember, if you want to read the entire book instead, you can get it from links here.)

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Tom Tancin - Detective Lindsey Scott Fans Group
"I created a MySpace Group for Detective Lindsey Scott Fans. It is the easiest way for me to discuss the novels with everyone. You can post a topic, respond to a topic, talk about characters, killer motivation, plot, etc. and I will join in anytime I can. It means that I can spend a few hours here and there responding and discussing the novels with eveyrone who takes part in it. Plus, we can even discuss upcoming novels and you can make predictions with each other about what will happen in the novels before they hit the market. Here is the link to the group: http://groups.myspace.com/lindseyscottfans

I am sending some invitations but you can add yourself and it will be quicker. Let's make this an interactive, fun, up to date group. I need your help with this one! Invite your friends to join. Thanks ~ Tom"

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Jenna Black - Home Vampire Hunters Game--code word posted!
"If you'd like to hunt vampires from the safety and comfort of your own home, stop by my Fun Stuff page and play the Home Vampire Hunters Game.

Each week, I post a report of a "vampire attack." If you have a game card that matches the description of the attacker, you could be eligible to win the weekly prize. The more cards you collect, the better your chances of winning! And don't forget the grand prize, a $100 Amazon.com gift certificate that will be awarded on April 29--the release date for Hungers of the Heart, the fourth book in my Guardians of the Night series!

If you don't have any game cards yet, don't despair! Every Sunday, I post a code word on the Fun Stuff page. Send me an email with that code word, and you'll be entered in a drawing to win one of three electronic game cards. This week's code word is up on the website now, so go take a look!"

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DJ Burnham - New Sci-fi short story free to read
You can read DJ Burnham's short story "The Shard of Gahzbrid" at: http://www.silverthought.com/burnham12.html

Also check out the first collection of DJ Burnham's short stories (6 of which are new and previously unpublished). All of the profits from the sale of the book will go to WWF (The World Wide Fund for Nature). Here's the URL: http://www.lulu.com/content/823956

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Writers Together - New Feature...You may be surprised...
"New Feature up on Writers Together. It's the first Comic Book feature. Please take a moment to read through it. Its focus is on a comic book created by a thirteen year old boy. HUGS and Thank you all ~ Cindy"

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Jen (Greybon) - New Blog Post: Happy Holidays!
FYI, new Hodgepodge post: Happy Holidays! Have a wonderful day! ~ Jen (Greybon)
www.sonechki.com | Hodgepodge | Sonechki Corner's | www.myspace.com/bunkville | On Facebook

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Dark Horse Comics - The End League Trailer
"Check out the trailer for the upcoming Dark Horse series The End League! A thematic merging of The Lord of the Rings and Watchmen, The End League follows a cast of the last remaining supermen and women as they embark on a desperate and perilous journey through a world dominated by evil, in hopes of locating the one remaining artifact that can save humanity--the Hammer of Thor. Click here to check it out!"

Grendel Contest on Dark Horse.com
"In honor of Matt Wagner's newly released mini-series, Grendel: Behold the Devil (written and drawn by Wagner), we're throwing a contest. Enter to win and you may be walking away with one of these great Grendel prize pack. Click here to enter!"

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Willie Meikle - New story in Murky Depths magazine
"I have a new story, Phantom Payment, out now in Murky Depths magazine. Murky Depths is a hybrid comic/magazine, featuring top quality speculative fiction with sprinklings of horror and fantasy that push the boundaries of science fiction. Each story is complimented with its own unique artwork. Alongside the straight prose is cutting edge graphic stories. Articles across the genres and mixed disciplines add authority, humour and maybe a little controversy. Can you afford to pass on this?" Here are the links to the Murky Depths MySpace profile, and website.

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13Human Souls - Pass this bloody present along to your friends!
"It's that time again, a new edition of 13Human Souls: Horror E-zine. I changed the release date for this month to bring it a little closer to Christmas since this is the Christmas Present Edition. December 23rd hop, crawl drag your trailing entrails over to: http://www.geocities.com/thirteenhumansouls/
So stop by and get your presents. Don't forget to sign the guestbook to leave your comments on the stories and poems, the authors love to read them.
Happy Holidays Everyone! ~ Brandon Layng, Editor / 13Human Souls: Horror E-zine"

News worth reposting:
Kevin Lucia - Ray Bradbury on Writing Perseverence
"We're doing Bradbury in school now, and I found this clip - very good" You can view it here

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Tor Books - Releasing 1/2 from Tor Books
Here's what's releasing 01/02/2008:

• Betrayed by Jamie Leigh Hansen
• Bone Walker by Kathleen O'Neal Gear and W. Michael Gear
• The Book of Love by Andrew M. Greeley and Mary G. Durkin
• Lord of the Silent Kingdom by Glen Cook
• Off Armageddon Reef by David Weber
• Return to Quag Keep by Andre Norton and Jean Rabe
• The Summoning God by Kathleen O'Neal Gear and W. Michael Gear
• Thunder of Time by James F. David
• Venus Envy by Shannon McKelden
• The Visitant by Kathleen O'Neal Gear and W. Michael Gear
• Weavers of War by David B. Coe
• Wolf's Blood by Jane Lindskold
• Click here for all Tor/Forge releases.

New Podcast: Spider Robinson on Variable Star, Pt1
New podcast posted today: "Spider Robinson discusses writing Variable Star, Part 1" http://www.tor-forge.com/Podcasts/

www.tor-forge.com | www.myspace.com/torbooks | www.myspace.com/torteen | Facebook Group | http://twitter.com/torbooks

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Gary Starta - Paranormal Gift
‘TIS SEASON FOR PARANORMAL…
I would like to invite you to check out my paranormal/suspense novel Blood Web now available at these links:
Read an excerpt and buy the ebook at: http://www.fictionwise.com/eBooks/eBook52427.htm?cache
See the paperback and buy at: http://www.amazon.com/Blood-Web-Gary-Starta/dp/0979130484

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Word Weavers - Like to Read? Like to Watch Movies?
"Word Weavers is looking for a dependable book and movie buff who would be willing to post weekly movie reviews. However, the movie must be based on a book and you must have both read the book and seen the movie. The reviews would then consist of your comparison of book to movie. This includes all books to movies ever made, it does not have to be new books into movies. For more information, please email: weaversofwords@gmail.com with Movie Review in the headline or message Jenna at http://www.myspace.com/weaversofwords"

"Head on over to the Word Weavers MySpace Page to see this feature and more!"
Word Weavers Anthologies | http://www.freewebs.com/weaversofwords | http://groups.yahoo.com/group/WeaversofWords/

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Dusk Before the Dawn - Guest review at SF Signal
"Those wonderful gents in their typing machines at SF Signal invited me to guest review the novel 2012: The War for Souls by Whitley Strieber. Give it a read, and check out their SF Tidbits, Reviews, Tubebits and Mind Meld series. Theirs is the top group SciFi Blog in the verse, and it entertains me greatly (this is where my son and I guffawed all night at the Mr. T World of Warcraft commercials) ~ Larry"

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Are We Alone? - No new episode of "Are We Alone" this week
Seth and Molly are putting a show together, but it won't be ready today, so it'll be available (fingers crossed) on the 24th. In the mean time, be sure to give a listen of the most recent episode entitled "Sputnik: 50 Years, 1 Month, 2 Weeks Later" at: http://radio.seti.org/

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PLANET LOVECRAFT - Planet Lovecraft #1 available now!
"What a long, strange trip it's been... Over the past several months I've been acting as Art Director for an illustrated horror magazine called Planet Lovecraft - and it's finally available for purchase! Head on over to www.planetlovecraftmagazine.com and pick up a copy - heck, pick up TWO copies, your mom will want one too - and check out the comix, articles and interviews. It's 56 pages of black and white, Lovecraftian horror!"

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Jeremy C. Shipp, Dark Fiction Writer - My short story accepted for Cemetery Dance
"I just received the email this morning. My story "Inside" has been accepted for Cemetery Dance. This is my first CD acceptance, and I'm very excited, to say the least. This has been a dream of mine for years. Happytimes ~ Jeremy" (Congrats to Jerermy ~ Jim)

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The Edge of Propinquity - Volume 24, December 2007
You can look over the Edge at: http://www.edgeofpropinquity.net/default.asp