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I’m a 2020 DUFF Candidate. Vote to Send me to ConZealand!

Posted on January 21, 2020 by

So, what’s all this about the DUFF and ConZealand? And, exactly, what am I a candidate for? The science fiction and fantasy fan community is a large and strong group of volunteers that spans the globe, pulling together conventions that … Continue reading →

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A Personal Post in Honor of My Sister … Because I Miss Her

Posted on July 19, 2019 by

It’s been two weeks since my sister passed away, and everyday is a bit of a struggle, some worse than others. Some of those days have also been beautiful and amazing. In the midst of the beauty and the pain, … Continue reading →

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Audiobook Review: Skyward by Brandon Sanderson

Posted on May 30, 2019 by

Skyward by Brandon Sanderson is a supremely exciting and wonderful book! It’s an example of what young adult science fiction can do at its best. The audiobook was produced by Audible Studios, featuring narration by Suzy Jackson and runs 15 … Continue reading →

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Audiobook Review: Jade City by Fonda Lee

Posted on April 2, 2019 by

Jade City is the first book of Fonda Lee’s terrific new series the Jade War Saga. The audiobook was produced by Hachette Audio, featuring narration by Andrew Kishino and running 19 hours and 7 minutes. * Jade City is the … Continue reading →

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Audiobook Review: Ruin of Kings by Jenn Lyons

Posted on March 31, 2019 by

The Ruin of Kings is a terrific debut novel by author Jenn Lyons. The audiobook was produced by Macmillan Audio and read by Soneela Nankani, Vikas Adam, and Feodor Chin. It’s playtime is 27 hours and 15 minutes, and when … Continue reading →

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Journey Planet: Boskone is Here!!! (Available 12/31/16)

Posted on January 9, 2017 by

What is Journey Planet: Boskone? It is a fantastic new fanzine published in December 2016 by the Hugo Award-winning Journey Planet and this issue features Boskone through the years! When I agreed to chair the 54th Boskone convention, I really … Continue reading →

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Come to Boskone (Feb 19-21, 2016) in Boston, MA!

Posted on February 11, 2016 by

Hey Everyone! The Underwords Blog has been quiet for awhile, and I am taking this moment to break the silence and share with you one of the projects that I have been working on over the last six months. BOSKONE!!! … Continue reading →

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What Works Would You Add to the 2015 Hugo Ballot?

Posted on April 9, 2015 by

I’m ready to stop dining on sour grapes and fine whine with a side of Hugo nominations. Anyone even marginally involved with science fiction and fantasy has probably heard about the Hugo Award Hoopla that started last weekend because of #SlateGate … Continue reading →

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On this 8th Day of January, 2015, it is my Birthday

Posted on January 8, 2015 by

Yes. Today, I have achieved 44 successful years of staying alive on this planet. Why stop now? Let’s keep this bus moving for another 44 years because going through this life with you (my husband, family, friends, acquaintances, mortal enemies, … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Coming Home by Jack McDevitt

Posted on January 1, 2015 by

Jack McDevitt’s new book Coming Home, the latest book in the Alex Benedict series, and serves as a great example of what McDevitt has to offer. Set thousands of years in the future, Coming Home features antiquarian Alex Benedict and his assistant/friend Chase Kolpath as … Continue reading →

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