If you attended the World Science Fiction Convention in San Jose last year, or if you're signed up to attend or support the next Worldcon in Dublin, Ireland, you're eligible to nominate for the Hugo Award; you should have received an email this week about it with a link to follow.
Hugo Award nominations are open
Here's an awesome fan-animated Lord of the Rings short film
The unbridled passion and creativity of artistic fans is one of my favorite elements of the internet. Whether it's fan fiction or cosplays, the level of talent possessed by "everyday folks" that aren't directly affiliated with their favorite IP is always impressive. However, as a lifelong fan of animation, I'll always have a soft spot… READ THE REST
The wonderful "50 Years of Text Games" newsletter is becoming a book
Last March, I shared a piece from Aaron Reed's delightful SubStack newsletter 50 Years of Text Games about the original 1982 Hobbit text adventure. Reed ended up covering a full 50 years worth of text based gaming, which each newsletter edition — and soon-to-be book chapter — focusing on one text-based video game from each… READ THE REST
Unhappy birthday, George Orwell's Nineteen Eighty-Four!
The innumerable claims about George Orwell's prescient genius are now cliché. It should be easy to dismiss the correlations that people draw to Orwell's masterpiece and our society—if only they weren't so damn apt. Orwell called his shot and walked away before his opponent even sank to the canvas. Even though we may steer away… READ THE REST
Life can get busy, but SeaBear can satisfy your appetite anywhere you go
When you live your life on the go, finding time to cook is challenging. You might resort to unhealthy and unappetizing snacks just to make it through the day. It doesn't have to be that way, though. You can devour quality meals that require barely any prep. In fact, you can even have great seafood… READ THE REST
Be the life of the party everywhere you go with the Muff 'Spender
If you like to live by the phrase "work hard, play hard," then Muff Waders has the perfect product for you. This lifestyle brand was started by Taylor "Earl" Nees, who defines himself as a simple man who enjoys "fishing, hunting, playing sports, drinking beer, chasing girls, and loving life." He and his business partner Garret… READ THE REST
Give Your Brain The Fuel It Needs With These Scientifically Formulated Nootropic Drinks
Want to give your brain a boost? Want to overcome mental blocks and brain fog? Think clearly? Stop procrastinating? If you answered yes to any of those questions, you might want to try something a little more advanced than coffee, colas, and energy drinks. Those things are great for a little jumpstart every once in… READ THE REST
