An historic fantasy, one of value and interest to gamers, but I think it’s dated more swiftly than Weis or Hickman would have hoped.
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Comic: You can’t always raise spirits
Good news, Mr. Lovenstein, the artist, has a new book out Failure is available in hardback and Kindle.
Audio power: A review of Embassytown by China Mieville
The novel is a must-read/must-listen for any fan of sci-fi and a great way to explore the possibilities of language and communication.
But a Jape: Redefining vengeful (not festive) spirits
James P. Sandoval is on Instagram and also ButAJape.com as an artist HQ. Notably, you can also support But a Jape on Patreon.
Have a go: Dungeons & Dragons Word Search and Colouring book
An official D&D colouring and word search book is due out next year from Thunder Bay Press
Broken Frontier Awards: Comicbook news site finds socially conscious work works
The winner of the Broken Frontier hall of fame last year was Steve Walsh. Steve Walsh was a British comic book community member, a beating heart of it, known for his work at Gosh! Comics and then Avery Hill.
Ahead of its time: A review of Cryptonomicon by Neal Stephenson
Overall, Cryptonomicon is a thrilling and thought-provoking novel that engages readers and listeners.
Why war? A review of Iain M Banks’ Consider Phlebas
Banks’ writing is also a delight, making Consider Phlebas a book sure to please.
Comic: I loot the bodies!
The Immortal Think Tank are Che and Ford, based in New Zealand and drawing together.
A silent romance and Orcadian scarf: A Stormy Day with Badger and Vole
Howard Hardiman moved from the bustle of London to the 550 Orkney folk island of Sanday north of the Scottish mainland.
