The blog of author Jeff VanderMeer. A very interesting blog about the writing of modern fantasy. This isn't Tolkein. He also profiles a lot of other authors, and books that he finds interesting. Very much worth checking out if you are into the genre, or those of Dark Fantasy or Horror.
VanderWorld
"I'm an award-winning writer of surreal and fantastical fiction. My latest books are Veniss Underground and City of Saints & Madmen. My nonfiction collection Why Should I Cut Your Throat? will be out in October 2004."
Wednesday, November 17, 2004
Tuesday, November 16, 2004
Amazon.com: Dungeons & Dragons For Dummies
I'm not sure if this is real, or one of those bizarre Amazon brain farts that come along. But its still funny.
Dungeons & Dragons For Dummies
Dungeons & Dragons For Dummies
Atlantis!
Discovery of Atlantis Website
"What if one of humankind’s greatest mysteries could be solved by a single geographical and archeological discovery—the discovery of the actual location of the legendary Atlantis?"
"What if one of humankind’s greatest mysteries could be solved by a single geographical and archeological discovery—the discovery of the actual location of the legendary Atlantis?"
Monday, November 15, 2004
'Flash' comic creator Harry Lampert dies
'Flash' comic creator Harry Lampert dies
"Harry Lampert, known worldwide as the creator of the DC Comic hero 'The Flash,' and the author of several popular instructional books about Bridge, died Saturday morning at Boca Raton Community Hospital.
"Lampert, who lived with his wife, Adele, in Deerfield Beach, was suffering from cancer, his family said. He was 88.
"Despite years as a gag cartoonist and then as a bridge aficionado, Lampert will be most remembered by legions of fans for the creation of the 1940s DC comic book 'Flash Comics #1,' which heralded the debut of a college student who, after an accident in a chemical lab, found he had blinding speed and used it to fight crime.
Lampert and writer Gardner Fox collaborated on The Flash before Lampert put ink to paper and made comic book history.
"'He based it on the character in mythology (Hermes) ... the wings on his feet,' said daughter Karen Lampert. 'He had no idea how big it would be.'
"Lampert, who was born Nov. 13, 1916, in New York, began his drawing career at 16, inking cartoons at Fleischer Studios for such popular characters as Popeye, Betty Boop and KoKo the Clown."
"Harry Lampert, known worldwide as the creator of the DC Comic hero 'The Flash,' and the author of several popular instructional books about Bridge, died Saturday morning at Boca Raton Community Hospital.
"Lampert, who lived with his wife, Adele, in Deerfield Beach, was suffering from cancer, his family said. He was 88.
"Despite years as a gag cartoonist and then as a bridge aficionado, Lampert will be most remembered by legions of fans for the creation of the 1940s DC comic book 'Flash Comics #1,' which heralded the debut of a college student who, after an accident in a chemical lab, found he had blinding speed and used it to fight crime.
Lampert and writer Gardner Fox collaborated on The Flash before Lampert put ink to paper and made comic book history.
"'He based it on the character in mythology (Hermes) ... the wings on his feet,' said daughter Karen Lampert. 'He had no idea how big it would be.'
"Lampert, who was born Nov. 13, 1916, in New York, began his drawing career at 16, inking cartoons at Fleischer Studios for such popular characters as Popeye, Betty Boop and KoKo the Clown."
Sunday, November 14, 2004
Battlefield Press, Inc. Forums
Battlefield Press, now with online forums. Check it out and join the discussions.
Battlefield Press, Inc. Forums
Battlefield Press, Inc. Forums
Friday, November 12, 2004
Marvel Sues 2 Cos. Over Role-Playing Game
Marvel Sues 2 Cos. Over Role-Playing Game
"Marvel Enterprises Inc. is suing two firms behind a computer superhero role-playing game it claims allows players to make virtual characters that are too similar to 'The Hulk,' 'X-Men' and other heroes in the comic book company's stable."
"Marvel Enterprises Inc. is suing two firms behind a computer superhero role-playing game it claims allows players to make virtual characters that are too similar to 'The Hulk,' 'X-Men' and other heroes in the comic book company's stable."
Tuesday, November 09, 2004
Actor Colin Farrell Not Interested in 007 Role
Well, gee. Darn.
Actor Colin Farrell Not Interested in 007 Role
"Irish actor Colin Farrell says he is not interested in becoming the next James Bond. Working as Alexander the Great seems to be enough."
Actor Colin Farrell Not Interested in 007 Role
"Irish actor Colin Farrell says he is not interested in becoming the next James Bond. Working as Alexander the Great seems to be enough."
Monday, November 08, 2004
Analyzing Customers, Best Buy Decides Not All Are Welcome
I can't imagine customers going to that much effort. Why in the world would you go through the hassles of the lines and wonderful service at Best Buy in order to just "flip" merchandise? This is customer service in its purest form.
Analyzing Customers, Best Buy Decides Not All Are Welcome
"Brad Anderson, chief executive officer of Best Buy Co., is embracing a heretical notion for a retailer. He wants to separate the 'angels' among his 1.5 million daily customers from the 'devils.'
Best Buy's angels are customers who boost profits at the consumer-electronics giant by snapping up high-definition televisions, portable electronics, and newly released DVDs without waiting for markdowns or rebates.
"The devils are its worst customers. They buy products, apply for rebates, return the purchases, then buy them back at returned-merchandise discounts. They load up on 'loss leaders,' severely discounted merchandise designed to boost store traffic, then flip the goods at a profit on eBay. They slap down rock-bottom price quotes from Web sites and demand that Best Buy make good on its lowest-price pledge. 'They can wreak enormous economic havoc,' says Mr. Anderson.
"Best Buy estimates that as many as 100 million of its 500 million customer visits each year are undesirable. And the 54-year-old chief executive wants to be rid of these customers."
Analyzing Customers, Best Buy Decides Not All Are Welcome
"Brad Anderson, chief executive officer of Best Buy Co., is embracing a heretical notion for a retailer. He wants to separate the 'angels' among his 1.5 million daily customers from the 'devils.'
Best Buy's angels are customers who boost profits at the consumer-electronics giant by snapping up high-definition televisions, portable electronics, and newly released DVDs without waiting for markdowns or rebates.
"The devils are its worst customers. They buy products, apply for rebates, return the purchases, then buy them back at returned-merchandise discounts. They load up on 'loss leaders,' severely discounted merchandise designed to boost store traffic, then flip the goods at a profit on eBay. They slap down rock-bottom price quotes from Web sites and demand that Best Buy make good on its lowest-price pledge. 'They can wreak enormous economic havoc,' says Mr. Anderson.
"Best Buy estimates that as many as 100 million of its 500 million customer visits each year are undesirable. And the 54-year-old chief executive wants to be rid of these customers."
Friday, November 05, 2004
Naked bid to fly Down Under - Nov 3, 2004
While it may not be dorky....I do think its funny.
CNN.com - Naked bid to fly Down Under - Nov 3, 2004
"A Canadian man, angry that he was refused a plane ticket to Australia at Los Angeles International Airport, stripped naked, sprinted across the tarmac and climbed into the wheel well of a moving jumbo jet, officials said on Wednesday."
CNN.com - Naked bid to fly Down Under - Nov 3, 2004
"A Canadian man, angry that he was refused a plane ticket to Australia at Los Angeles International Airport, stripped naked, sprinted across the tarmac and climbed into the wheel well of a moving jumbo jet, officials said on Wednesday."
Godchecker - Your Guide To The Gods. Mythology with a twist!
Irreverant yet truthful in its facts. Certainly worth checking out. Be sure to check the "What Would Loki Do?" link.
Godchecker
Godchecker
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