So this is cool: a video that shows ten fruits and veggies that have changed so much throughout their history so as to be nearly unrecognisable. I knew about some of them, because I love heirloom veggies (counting down until I can have a garden again and plant them all; for now I just content […]
Now & Then in Fruits & Veggies – Some Amazing Changes Read More »
The best way to fight a lion is to not. Instead, approach it sideways, from the very edges, looking vague, and non-threatening. When it realises you are there— and it will— it will growl, and bear its teeth, which feels a lot like a lump in your throat or adrenalin in your stomach. But you
A few of you have been asking lately about what the deal is with my non-fiction book, From The Ground Up, which looks at the relationship between geography, climate and culture. Well. I have News, which I am now able to share. The short version is that I have amicably parted ways with my publisher,
From The Ground Up News, and A Plea For Scientific Assistance! <3 Read More »
Generic updatey-ness today, because Because. Sanctuary 3, otherwise known as When Worlds Collide, is still sitting in a metaphorical drawer at about 40k (of a projected 55-60) while I try to figure out how on earth I’m going to wrap everything up (think about your series arc before committing to a series, yo). However, I’m
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Welcome to #MadeItMonday, where I post something I’ve made in the previous week, and where you can join in and post something you made too! The rules are easy: post a pic somewhere of something you’ve made in the last week (ish; let’s say in the last month as the hard-and-fast) and tag it. Sit
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Yo, if you write science fiction, this video is definitely worth checking out. It’s a bit slow paced, but the materials it features are SUPER COOL, and my brain is practically bursting with the possibilities for science fiction worlds :3 Happy Friday, everyone! <3 Read more:Made-It Monday: Trust Issues ArtworkLink-a-bet Soup: Metal Mirrors, Glowing Birds,
Whoa: 7 Awesome Real-World Materials PERFECT For Science Fiction Read More »
There are days when the world sucks at your feet, when every step is a long schhhhhhhllurPOP of effort, as you grind against the forces that hold you down. Depression isn’t a fight, it’s a slog. There are days when everything you feel is caked with mud and the mud isn’t yellow, or white, or
8: RUN SHEET If this is the kind of party where you’re having games or activities, this one will take a little more thought – but even if not, you might have speeches or other items, and it’s worth just sketching out a super quick order-of-events for your own peace of mind. A nice, general
How To Plan A Pinterest-Worthy Party WITHOUT DYING (Or Losing Your Chill) Pt 4 Read More »
6: CAKE No secrets: this is my favourite part 😀 But even if it isn’t yours, don’t stress! It doesn’t really take that much planning at all. First questions first: How many serves will you need, what flavour/s do you want, and what design will you use? This is where your brainstorming can prove handy
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Welcome to #MadeItMonday, where I post something I’ve made in the previous week, and where you can join in and post something you made too! The rules are easy: post a pic somewhere of something you’ve made in the last week (ish; let’s say in the last month as the hard-and-fast) and tag it. Sit
Made It Monday: Ye Olde Treasure, Argh! Read More »
