Archive of science fiction

Books for busy mums and other humans

on February 14th, 2011 in ALA, Books, Mommy Stuff, Parenting, Research Obsession by | 2 Comments

Reading has been a challenge lately, due to new baby and the delirium that accompanies around-the-clock breastfeeding. On the other hand, it has taken me three months to be able to comfortably leave the house, so I’ve had quite a bit of downtime. My favorite book that I’ve read lately…

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Great Opening Sentences in Science Fiction

on July 27th, 2008 in Books by | 1 Comment

“I lived long enough to see the cure for death; to see the rise of the Bitchun Society, to learn ten languages; to compose three symphonies; to realize my boyhood dream of taking up residence in Disney World; to see the death of the workplace and of work.” — Cory…

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