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Tag: science fiction
An Ode to Digital Friends
I've been playing video games for most of my life. There's always been something great about the escapism games offer, and something more about the power and choice games give you. The agency players have is something that you can't get from books or films. Add that to the vast increase in writing quality for … Continue reading An Ode to Digital Friends
SHARE: ON TIME Cover Reveal
I'm very proud to have one of my stories featured in this anthology. The cover art looks incredible and the editorial staff have been great to work with. A hard working and professional group of folks. This story was one I was particularly proud of, one which received much praise from my peer reviewers. It … Continue reading SHARE: ON TIME Cover Reveal
Short Story – My Transgenic Nightmare
Here's an attempt at epistolary science fiction horror flash fiction (that's quite a mouthful). I haven't been able to find a home for it in the greater interwebs, so I'll post it here. MY TRANSGENIC NIGHTMARE by JM Williams The following letter was discovered in the room of a Baltimore hotel, some time after the … Continue reading Short Story – My Transgenic Nightmare
Flash Fiction: “Nothing Else to Consider”
I wrote this story for a specific submissions call that went out more than a year ago. The publisher was looking for science fiction that examned the implications of new, real technology. Unfortunately, something happened with the publisher and the call was cancelled. So I'd like to share the story with you here. This story … Continue reading Flash Fiction: “Nothing Else to Consider”
Throwback: The Old Bird
If you didn't catch this story when it was published on Akashic's Fri-SciFi, here's a second look. The Old Bird by J.M. Williams New London, the Future The body was crumpled on the floor. Purple blood spilled away, taking the shape of a crooked tree. Bits of the alien man were plastered on the wall, clearly … Continue reading Throwback: The Old Bird
My Review of “All the Birds in the Sky”
All the Birds in the Sky by Charlie Jane Anders My rating: 4 of 5 stars Great characters and humorous writing obscure a meandering and poorly-paced narrative. This book opens incredibly well. I don't remember being so hooked on a novel in a long time. The two lead characters are appealing and likable, but flawed … Continue reading My Review of “All the Birds in the Sky”
The Artifact – 3LineTales
I'm going to try something a little different this time. This week's Three Line Tales photo prompt has brought back memories of a story I wrote some time ago. Indeed, this photo captures the heart and essence of my Storm Hamilton series, the clash of technology and nature, but with a optimistic gaze to the … Continue reading The Artifact – 3LineTales
The Trouble with Real-world References in Fiction
I am about a fifth of the way through All the Birds in the Sky, and I have to say I am loving it. I guess I shouldn't be surprised, it being a Nebula winner after all, but I am a tough critic to please. I didn't know going it that the novel was a young … Continue reading The Trouble with Real-world References in Fiction
My Review of Contact by Carl Sagan
Contact by Carl Sagan My rating: 3 of 5 stars Anyone who has read a few of my reviews knows that I am a hard reader to please. I really thought this one was going to do it for me. The book starts so strong, and had me hooked from the opening pages. This initial … Continue reading My Review of Contact by Carl Sagan
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