Charlie Stross and I have a forthcoming comic novel called Rapture of the Nerds (we'll be touring it in a couple of weeks, and to celebrate, our publisher Tor Books is giving away ten copies.
Rapture of the Nerds giveaway
These vintage computer book cover graphics are a dial-up wormhole back to the 1980s
Redditor ForeverMozart posted a wonderful collection of 1980s computer book covers. I hope they inspire a slew of Vaporwave cassette J-cards. READ THE REST
The key to a "runner's high" is marijuana, according to a new book
Journalist Josiah Hesse wrote "Runner's High: How a Movement of Cannabis-Fueled Athletes Is Changing the Science of Sports." In the book, he argues that cannabis is changing the sport of distance running. "The 39-year-old journalist contends that pot makes for a more focused and relaxed athlete, creating a positive-feedback loop around exercise that can lead… READ THE REST
"Flying Saucers are Real!" is an awesome book about UFO culture and history
Flying Saucers Are Real! by Jack Womack (not the one by Donald Keyhoe!) features an extensive catalogue of UFO content from his personal library. I received this book recently for my birthday and was thrilled to add it to my library—it even includes an introduction by William Gibson. The mystery of UFOs fascinated me since… READ THE REST
This epic bundle puts 5 of the most highly-rated software architecture eBooks at your fingertips
Just because you know how to whip up a mean spaghetti bolognese doesn't mean you have what it takes to open a successful restaurant. The same can be said with business and software development — the two are based in somewhat different wheelhouses but go hand in hand in a wide range of industries. Whether… READ THE REST
Enjoy your music and environmental awareness with over 25% off these headphones
Wouldn't it be nice to listen to your own music, while also still being aware of your surroundings? In-ear or over-ear headphones and earbuds can completely disconnect you from the outside world, making it unsafe while driving or even just walking or running. Luckily, these open-air Bluetooth Mu6 Ring headphones solve this issue, while providing… READ THE REST
This NFT and cryptocurrency wealth-building masterclass will turn your empty wallet into digital gold
If you're like most of the world, you leave cryptocurrency to the cryptocrazies. But you're not, and that's a good thing. Because, while some of us are totally fine with sitting around waiting to make old-fashioned salaries, you've got emotional and financial stock in NFTs and crypto and are ready to watch it pay off.… READ THE REST
