I'm currently reading Queen of Candesce by Karl Schroeder. It's the sequel to Sun of Suns which I had mentioned previously on my old site, and so far I like it. I'm a little disappointed that the main character of the first book, Hayden Griffin, isn't in this one, but I like how the story has shifted to develop the character of Venera Fanning more. She was easily the most interesting of the supporting characters of the first book. Besides, the first novel was about Hayden's quest for revenge for the death of his family, but by the end of the story that was resolved. This book is about Venera's return to power, which is just as interesting.

What really sets these books apart from a lot of other novels I've read is the setting. Karl Schroeder has created a truly vibrant and unique science fiction environment. Everything takes place in an air bubble. Rather than colonize a planet, human beings simply create a giant hollow sphere filled with air, out in the middle of space. At the center of this world is an artificial sun known as Candesce. So the world has heat, light, and breathable air, but no gravity so everyone just floats around. Effectively creating an air world. The best part of the book is that no one knows that it is a colony. It has been around for so long that everyone has forgotten that they came from Earth. The cultures he has imagined that live in this place are fascinating. I recommend reading it.

Ok, that is it for my shameless plug.

In honor of George Lucas' choice to further ruin the reputation of Star Wars by creating a new live action TV show; I've decided to share this video with everyone.

May the suck be with you.

I picked up the first issue of Atomic Robo this month. I had hopes that this book would be a pleasant cross between Scud: the disposable assassin and Indiana Jones. Regrettably, it seems to fall short of both. The artwork is mediocre at best, and the plot is so simplistic that even the 14 year old audience that it is targeting to will quickly get bored of it. I only hope that Neozoic, the other title from Red 5 Comics that I'm interested in, is going to address a much older demographic. At the very least it is sure to have better illustrating.

This is one of the best moments in TV history...I still remember this from when I was a kid.

Isn't there ANY way Santa could fit this into my stocking?!?

Ok, if my last post didn't fully express how cool this is, this one should...

*sigh*

I went to go see The Spiderwick Chronicles in IMAX last week, it was great! I have to admit that I really enjoed the movie. I know it is suppost to be for kids, but I love the story of the semi-disturbed little kid getting mixed up with goblins and orges.

I also really liked how they interpreted the art of Tony DiTerlizzi (My favorite illustrator since I was ten) to the big screen. They even got all of the details like the goblin's teeth being made out of broken glass right. I was very impressed. I came out of the theater itching to draw and paint.

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As part of their many April fool's day jokes, Google has Rick rolled anyone that goes to YouTube and clicks on one of the featured videos. If you don't know what Rick Rolling is all about, click here.

You can also check out some of Google's funny new features;

Gmail Custom Time
Google Scratch and Sniff Books

Once again it is that time of the year. On May 3rd you can walk into just about any comic book shop and pick out a absolutely FREE comic book. Usually, its restricted to a series of 15 page comics and old valueless back issues, but its still fun to get something for free. Plus, if you happen to have a kid brother, or small child in your life, it makes a nice gift. I know when I was a kid I used to love it when people gave me comics, I end up looking at the illustrations in it for hours.

Who knows, while you are there you may even find a book for yourself. If you need to find a comic book shop near you, try clicking here.