Category Archives: Things That Are Awesome

Crime and Punishment

Posted on Tuesday, October 11, 2011 by Keith

While doing some research this morning, I came across this fascinating story about Russian poet and Novelist, Boris Pasternak, and his best known work, Doctor Zhivago: After his own novel was denied publication by the journal Novy Mir, Pasternak arranged … Continue reading →

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Pig With A Froggy Tattoo

Posted on Thursday, September 15, 2011 by Keith

This is going to be the greatest movie ever!!!

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Upping the Resolution

Posted on Sunday, January 2, 2011 by Keith

It’s a brand new year and so time to make resolutions! But let’s be honest, most resolutions frankly suck. They’re something vague about loosing weight or being a better person or goodwill towards humanity.  You can easily ignore these resolutions … Continue reading →

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Die or Evolve

Posted on Thursday, December 30, 2010 by Keith

Patton Oswalt has opened a can of worms: Fast-forward to now: Boba Fett’s helmet emblazoned on sleeveless T-shirts worn by gym douches hefting dumbbells. The Glee kids performing the songs from The Rocky Horror Picture Show. And Toad the Wet … Continue reading →

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Just a Reminder

Posted on Tuesday, December 8, 2009 by Keith

I’ve written two books and, as it happens, books make a lovely Christmas gift. I think your mother would like a nice Gothic Fairy Tale. And your cousin would enjoy a fine story about an umbrella and an aging cosmonaut. … Continue reading →

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The Universe Has Gone All Wobbly

Posted on Tuesday, April 7, 2009 by Keith

So, Joaquin Phoenix has apparently quit the film industry to become a rapper. I… hold on. Wait, let that sink in a moment…You know that scene in Being John Malkovich where Malkovich tells his agent he wants to be a … Continue reading →

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The Great Typo Hunt

Posted on Sunday, March 22, 2009 by Keith

I’ve just printed up the galley proof for my next novel, The Lives of Perfect Creatures. I’m looking for extra eyes to hunt for typos. So, if you’ve got a few hours and want to read the next bestseller before … Continue reading →

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