Category: Opinions/Editorials
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On Lenore Vadenburgh and Breaking Writing Rules
In my latest Dr. Nekros story, “Diatribe and Divulgence,” we get to know Lenore Vadenburgh – Dr. Nekros’ mother. I won’t spoil too much about her if you haven’t yet read the story, but I wanted to clear a few things up that are already concerning some readers. Now, I’m no expert at writing –…
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About That Of Mice and Men Ending …
During June, July, and August, I’ve implemented my Summer Rereading Program. You can read more about it here. First up: Of Mice and Men. The first time I read it, last year, actually, I blew through it pretty quickly and didn’t reflect on it much, hence the need to reread. This time around, there’s something…
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My Summer Rereading Program
I teach a class during the school year called Modern Fiction, and it’s basically an independent reading class for upperclassmen. They get to read virtually whatever they want, but they do have to read each and every day. If you’re thinking that’s awesome, you’re right. Furthermore, as any good teacher should, I model expected behavior…
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On Fatherhood
With Father’s Day rapidly approaching, I find myself reflecting on what it means to be a dad. For me, it’s hard. Really hard. I’m currently thirty-six years old, and with a four year old and a thirteen-month old, I feel like I’m barely keeping it together. My wife and I are both well-educated, well-adjusted people…
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Starman: A Comic Book for People Who Don’t Like Comic Books
Though the series concluded several years ago, Starman will forever burn bright as one of the industry’s great accomplishments. Set firmly within the DC Universe alongside Superman and Batman, Jack Knight is the son of Ted Knight, otherwise known as the retired superhero Starman. Ted has grown far too old to wear the red and…
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Discovering Dr. Who – Part I
So I have to be honest, I’m a huge Pinterest nerd. I love it. It’s perfect for my instant gratification needs. And, because I’m me, I often frequent the “Geek” boards. Now, one thing troubled me about these boards—all of the Dr. Who references. I didn’t understand a single one of them. I had not…
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My Daughter the Artist
I don’t want to brag, but my four-year old daughter made this picture of Batman at preschool today, and it is awesome.
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New Neil Gaiman Novel In June
I just learned that Neil Gaiman has a new novel due out on June 18th, and this excites me. Gaiman won me over for life with his Sandman comic book series, and some of his books such as American Gods are splendid. Amazon has only this to describe the book: “This bewitching and harrowing tale…
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My Thoughts On Disney Buying Star Wars
When I read earlier today that Disney bought LucasFilm (and all properties therein) my first reaction was utter astonishment. For one, the price is a number that my brain literally cannot conceive. Secondly, never, ever, in a million years did I ever think George Lucas would relinquish the rights to the universe he built from…
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My New Addictions
I’m a comic book guy. Have been all my life. Yes, my tastes have changed as I’ve gotten (much) older, but I still love the medium, the craft, and the sheer artistry involved. When words and pictures come together to sequentially deliver a story – it’s stunning. The problem is, I’m a little picky about…
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