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Apr 5 2011 1:37:19 pm EST
Topics:Just received the first printing of my new novel, My Travels with Eos. While my title gets processed through Amazon, Ingram, and other distributors, I am offering a limited signed paperback edition for $9.99 here
The Stars, Like Dust Review
Mar 3 2011 5:48:29 pm EST
Topics:Published a review of The Stars, Like Dust.
Although part of the robot-foundation universe, the novel is more of an isolated snapshot of pre-Empire civilization. The plot is of its own. It’s an engaging story nonetheless and helps fill the gaps in between the time of the Spacer worlds and the Galactic Empire.
Robots and Empire Review
Feb 25 2011 5:00:00 pm EST
Topics:Published a review of Robots and Empire
The fourth novel in the Robot Series, _Robots and Empire provides the transitional plot to the Foundation Series. This is my favorite novel of the series. The characters have been fully fleshed out by Asimov, and their struggle to live up to Elijah Baley’s legacy is engaging. The interactions between the robots Olivaw and Giskard are unique and interesting. Due to their secretive nature, they must solve a crisis of humanity, without possessing the necessary qualities to do so. Through reason, determination, and something of a robotic spirit, they transcend their programming to meet the crisis.
The Robots of Dawn Review
Feb 24 2011 5:00:00 pm EST
Topics:Published a review of The Robots of Dawn
The third novel in the robot series is a further improvement from the previous two. The intricate plot twists and robotic intrigue make for an eager read. The evolving friendship between the human Baley and robot Olivaw takes on greater depth. Relationships are fleshed out and the struggle of Baley’s agoraphobia is well portrayed. Baley is at the apex of character development and the repercussions of the interactions are very long lasting.
The Naked Sun Review
Feb 23 2011 5:00:00 pm EST
Topics:Finished a review of The Naked Sun: the second robot novel featuring plainclothes detective Elijah Baley and humaniform robot R. Daneel Olivaw, written by Isaac Asimov.
The second novel is an improvement over The Caves of Steel. The plot is a little thicker, the character interactions less grating, the personality conflicts a little deeper. It’s a worthwhile read.
The Caves of Steel Review
Feb 22 2011 5:00:00 pm EST
Topics:Wrote a review of The Caves of Steel by Isaac Asimov. It is the first novel to feature plainclothes detective Elijah Baley and humaniform robot R. Daneel Olivaw.
Although an integral component of Asimov’s excellent robot-foundation series, it is perhaps my least favorite. I find Elijah Baley’s petulance and his wife’s constant whining to be a little grating. Also, the plot structure is mildly transparent.
That aside, the descriptions of an overpopulated earth and nearby settled solar systems makes it a worthwhile read, especially to understand the broader context of the entire series.
Just finished reading I, Robot and wrote a review. I, Robot is a collection of 9 contiguous short stories by Isaac Asimov outlining the intricacies of early robot behavior. I find the collection among the funnest and most creative of his robot works. I think it would make a great introduction of Asimov’s vision of robot intelligence…
Just wrote a review of The Diamond Age, a novel by Neal Stephenson. I consider The Diamond Age as an important formative work of my own style of writing. Also, a powerful stimulant for thinking on the direction of technology and society.
My Travels with Eos, Published!
Jan 6 2011 4:30:04 pm EST
Topics:Just published my novel, “My Travels with Eos.” Download the first half for free at Smashwords
Synopsis:
What course of evolution would humans take during prolonged interstellar travel? Enter the Nyx. The nyx are a matured species that have traveled to the far reaches of space. In their explorations, they found Earth, and have sent a delegation to share the mysteries of their evolution.
One such nyx, named Eos Cerul, breaks nyx protocol and enters Earth without permission. She takes human form, and seeks to explore the unique beauty of Earth, and experience the quaint nuances of human nature. In the Adirondack State Park, NY, she encounters her first human, Alex Wesley.
Eos invites Alex to explore the mysteries of the nyx datastream, where physical consciousness is translated to waves of energy, and the universe can be explored at the speed of light. In return, Alex educates Eos on the finer workings of the human condition.
