Sep 26

I would probably do this if I could guarantee that I’d be able to make the interactive class times every week.

I would probably do this if I could guarantee that I’d be able to make the interactive class times every week.

Originally shared by K Tempest Bradford

One further enticement: use this coupon code for $15 off the Short Fiction class: SHORTFICTIONFALL205 

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The Brainery provides the framework for speculative fiction writers looking to produce submission-ready short fiction (this may be in the form of flash fiction, short stories or standalone novel excerpts). Participants will deepen their theory and practice of spec-fic through the discussion of course readings, a continually evolving feedback loop from me and their peers, as well as the kind of accountability that a community of peers can provide. At the end of the course, we will work on cover letters, as well as target publications for writers to submit the work produced during The Brainery Workshop.

By connecting you with fellow readers/practitioners of speculative fiction, The Brainery helps you recognize that your writing is important by connecting you to peers in meaningful ways, which, ideally, will allow you to realize that your writing is important and that there is a market for your work. By investing in your writing in these ways, it is my hope that The Brainery gets you to make your writing a priority.

http://www.transmography.net/brainery/syllabus-schedule/short-fiction-fall-2015/

Sep 25

Some cool stuff coming down the pike.

Some cool stuff coming down the pike.

Originally shared by Larry Panozzo

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Brain to brain communication, AI software that can take part of the SAT, quadcopters that string together a rope bridge that people can cross, a 12 meter home-building 3D printer, and more, all in the links below!

Quantum Teleportation Through 102 km of Fiber

http://futurism.com/links/photons-teleported-100-kilometers-in-new-quantum-teleportation-record/

Brain to Brain Communication

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/09/150923151359.htm

Evolving Circuits Made of Nanoparticles

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/09/150921133946.htm

3D Printing Foldable Structures

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/09/150921112632.htm

AI Software Tries the SAT

http://www.nytimes.com/2015/09/21/technology/personaltech/software-is-smart-enough-for-sat-but-still-far-from-intelligent.html

Bridge-Assembling Drones

http://futurism.com/videos/just-some-drones-building-a-rope-bridge/

Versatile 12m 3D Printer That Creates Houses

http://m.techxplore.com/news/2015-09-d-wasp-maker-economy-home.html

Extracting Carbon Dioxide from the Ocean

http://www.wired.co.uk/news/archive/2015-09/23/micromotors-help-combat-carbon-dioxide-levels

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Sep 21

“Interactions with others that challenge your ego are opportunities for personal growth.

“Interactions with others that challenge your ego are opportunities for personal growth. In this regard, submitting short stories creates an opportunity-rich environment.”

Yes, I’ve started writing The Craft and Commerce of Short Story Writing in odd moments here and there. That’s from the chapter “Rejections, Editors, Critique and You”.

Sep 20

I’ve been meaning to read Herland for a while, and when I found it on Project Gutenberg I decided the time had come.

I’ve been meaning to read Herland for a while, and when I found it on Project Gutenberg I decided the time had come. 

It’s a well-written feminist utopia, not too preachy or infodumpy, and with some excellent sociological observation (as you’d expect, given that the author was a sociologist). 

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show?id=1394669199

Sep 18

Seeing someone you think of as “like you” represented in media as a person with agency helps you believe in yourself.

Seeing someone you think of as “like you” represented in media as a person with agency helps you believe in yourself.

But seeing someone you think of as “unlike you” portrayed sympathetically in media can help reduce prejudice.

Both good reasons for increasing diversity in media. 

http://www.npr.org/sections/codeswitch/2015/08/31/432294253/how-shows-like-will-grace-and-black-ish-can-change-your-brain
Sep 18

Ehhhhhhh.

Ehhhhhhh.

I’ve never heard of the author concerned, but I’ve read several of the authors in the anthology he’s knocking, and they write well.

Look for the misplaced apostrophes in his review, which essentially says, “I get to define what SF and space opera are, and this isn’t it. Good try, ladies.”

Originally shared by The Mary Sue

Wow. All the cringes. Just all of them.

http://www.themarysue.com/dark-beyond-the-stars-review/?utm_content=buffer78bd4&utm_medium=social&utm_source=plus.google.com&utm_campaign=buffer
Sep 17

In pursuit of my goal to read a dozen books on craft this year, I picked up this one, which I’ve seen recommended in…

In pursuit of my goal to read a dozen books on craft this year, I picked up this one, which I’ve seen recommended in a few places. It’s very well done, clear and helpful, and I got a lot out of it.

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show?id=1225747224