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News About THIEFTAKER!

Okay, some of the news is not so good.  The official hardcover release date for Thieftaker, book 1 of The Thieftaker Chronicles, has been pushed back once more, this time to July 2012. But other than that, it’s all good … Continue reading

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A Change of Pace: A Ribs Recipe!

Yeah, I know.  This has nothing to do with history or Boston or writing or any of the other things I normally post about on this blog.  But my house smells really, REALLY good right now, and I thought I’d … Continue reading

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Another Week in Boston’s History

Another week, another historical trend to share.  I’m going to assume that most of you are familiar with the stuff that was happening 235 years ago (the Continental Congress, the drafting of the Declaration of Independence, etc.) but there was … Continue reading

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This Week in Boston’s History

During this week, in 1768, Boston’s royal customs officials, who on June 11 of that year fled the city for the safety of the British Garrison on Castle William, a fortified island in Boston Harbor, petitioned the Crown for military … Continue reading

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Podcast Interview Available!

Last fall I visited Calgary, Alberta, where I was Guest of Honor at ConVersion (appearing as David B. Coe).  While there, I met Mike Plested, an aspiring writer who hosts a podcast called the Irreverent Muse.  Recently I sat down … Continue reading

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JordanCon!

This weekend, April 15-17, I will be literary Guest of Honor at JordanCon in Atlanta, under my other writing name, David B. Coe.  If you happen to be in the area please stop in and say hello.  Other guests at … Continue reading

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AFTER HOURS Reviews!

Reviews of After Hours:  Tales from the Ur-Bar are starting to appear online, and the response to the anthology has been overwhelmingly positive.  A few reviewers are even taking note of “The Tavern Fire,” which is flattering given the quality … Continue reading

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Free to Write

Been a while in between posts.  Sorry for that.  Spent a week out West traveling with my family (and enjoying a memorable birthday in the Grand Canyon). But I’m back now, feeling refreshed and eager to work.  As I’ve mentioned … Continue reading

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Back From StellarCon

I am back home after my weekend at StellarCon, which was terrific.  Cons tend to remind me of what I love about being a writer, and to leave me energized.  This one was no different.  I’ve been pretty excited about … Continue reading

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StellarCon!

I leave first thing tomorrow for High Point, North Carolina, where I will be a guest at StellarCon.  I may be masquerading as someone else — a certain fantasy author — but trust me:  I’ll be there.  I hope to … Continue reading

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