Author: Jonathan Kieran
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Publishers Explore AI Possibilities
Yes, because less craftsmanship, adherence to standards, genuine human talent, and human “talent” faked by the use of technology are JUST what our superficial, deceptive, illusory, disconnected-from-reality world needs right now! Do piss off. ——————— [ Delightful new work by…
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They Were Basking Sharks, Folks
That many large great white sharks would not be gathered in the same spot unless there was a whale carcass in the water. (Was someone on the boat taking a brief swim?) Moreover, the gill pattern on one of these…
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Do I Move to the Pyrenees Now or Later?
A crumbling old farmhouse in the deep woods of Basque country. I could swing that, I think. My French is impeccable and the dialect is not outrageous (I’ve been there quite a lot). Then there is Germany. Lower Saxony is…
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Indie Pubber Success Story
Blue Star Press buys Sasquatch, hitting a new milestone in the story of their significant expansion. None of the founders of the Northwestern USA company had a specific background in the industry when Blue Star was launched in 2015, but…
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Elen Jones Joins Gemini
Formerly on the team at Hachette, she returns to the indie sphere to head-up a “design-led line of books and gifts.” ———————— [ Delightful new work by Jonathan Kieran is slated for major release in the near future so brace…
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Satellite Transmitters On Saltwater Crocs!
I’m certain this will result in many benefits to indigenous locals washing their clothes or fishing down by the riversides. ——————— [ Delightful new work by Jonathan Kieran is slated for major release in the near future so brace yourselves…
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The Book to Which Shark Week (and Sharknado) Owes Everything
An interesting look back at Peter Benchley’s pivotal 1970s blockbuster novel, JAWS. This is the source of all shark nerdery and fascination, folks. Have a gander. ——————— [ Delightful new work by Jonathan Kieran is slated for major release in…
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Who Says There’s No Money in Publishing?
At least for old families who did the actual publishing. I wonder how many of their writers lived in walk-up, cold water apartments? ——————— [ Delightful new work by Jonathan Kieran is slated for major release in the near future…
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A Commemorative Discworld Jigsaw Puzzle?
Count me IN. Anything that prolongs the astonishing legacy of the late, great Terry Pratchett is to be welcomed and accorded the veneration reserved only for the most sacred relics. Even if I’ll never spend a single moment of my…
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A Potpourri of Ponderings
About the current state of the publishing industry and its trends, troubles, potential screw-ups, etc. From our friends at Book Riot. Hey, stay abreast of these developments if you are an artist of the literary persuasion. My creative efforts continue.…
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