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New entry Jun 06
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Books from Critters!
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Critterfolk, as well as my list of recommended books for writers.
The Sigil Trilogy
If you're looking for an amazing, WOW! science fiction story, check out THE SIGIL TRILOGY. This is — literally — one of the best science fiction novels I've ever read.How to Write SF
The Craft of Writing Science Fiction that Sells by Ben Bova, best-selling author and six-time Hugo Award winner for Best Editor. (This is one of the books your ol' Critter Captain learned from himself, and I highly recommend it.)
(Also via Amazon)
Interviewed!
I was interviewed live on public radio for Critters' birthday, for those who want to listen.
Free Web Sites
Free web sites for authors (and others) are available at www.nyx.net.
ReAnimus Acquires Advent!
ReAnimus Press is pleased to announce the acquisition of the legendary Advent Publishers! Advent is now a subsidiary of ReAnimus Press, and we will continue to publish Advent's titles under the Advent name. Advent was founded in 1956 by Earl Kemp and others, and has published the likes of James Blish, Hal Clement, Robert Heinlein, Damon Knight, E.E. "Doc" Smith, and many others. Advent's high quality titles have won and been finalists for several Hugo Awards, such as The Encyclopedia of Science Fiction and Fantasy and Heinlein's Children. Watch this space for ebook and print editions of all of Advent's current titles!
Book Recommendation
THE SIGIL TRILOGY:
The universe is dying from within...
"Great stuff... Really enjoyed it." — SFWA Grandmaster Michael Moorcock
Announcing ReAnimus Press
If you're looking for great stuff to read from bestselling and award-winning authors—look no further! ReAnimus Press was founded by your very own Critter Captain. (And with a 12% Affiliate program.) [More]
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Standings for category: novelchildrens
1. Tilly's Tale, Harry Porter, 4RV Publishing, [link]
2. Would a Kangaraffe Make You Laffe?, Rich Aaron, 4RV Publishing, [link]
3. A New Job for Dilly, Rena Jones, 4RV Publishing, [link]
4. Tommy Turtle: Exercise Is Fun, Eric Mathe, 4RV Publishing, [link]
5. Gonzo the Curious Cat, Martha Ramirez, CreateSpace, [link]
6. Wright on Time: Arizona, Book 1, Lisa M. Cottrell-Bentley, Do Life Right, Inc., [link]
7. Black Baron, Robyn Opie, Walker Books, [link]
8. Bait for Lunch, K.A. Okagaki, 4RV Publishing, [link]
9. A Puppy, Not a Guppy, Holly Jahangiri, 4RV Publishing, [link]
10. A Boy & His Wizard, M. A. Smith, Stonegarden, [link]
11. Cynthia's Attic: The Magician's Castle, Mary Cunningham, Quake/Echelon Press Imprint, [link]
12. Fenella and the Magic Mirror, Mark Henderson, Gypsy Shadow Publishing, [link]
12. Lemur Troops & Critter Groups, Rena Jones, 4RV Publishing, [link]
13. Suck Eggs, June Whyte, Zumaya Thresholds, [link]
14. Being Jacob: First Day of School, Suzy Stevenson Koch, 4RV Publishing, [link]
15. The Last Olympian, Rick Riodan, Disney Hyperion Books for Children, [link]
16. Tiny Angel, Nancy Lepri, Guardian Angel Publishing, [link]
17. Katie Bear & Friends Books 1,2,3, V.K. Sansone, Lulu, [link]
18. Angeline Jellybean, Crystalee Calderwood, 4RV Publishing, [link]
18. Dotty's Topsy Tale, Donna J. Shepherd, Guardian Angel Publishing, [link]
19. Kangaraffe
19. Quest for the Simurgh, Marva Dasef, Texas Boy Publications, [link]
19. State of Quarries, Elysabeth Eldering, 4RV Publishing, [link]
20. Grandma's Many Hats, Mary Wilson, Lulu, [link]
20. Priscilla Holmes, Ace Detective, John Lance, 4RV Publishing, [link]
20. Tillys Tail, Harry Porter, 4RV Publishing
21. The Secret Robot, Thomas, Suzanne, Savannah & Samantha Chernetsky, CreateSpace, [link]
21. There's A Beetle In My Bed!, Bill Kirk, Guardian Angel Publishing, [link]
21. Angel's New Friends, Susan K. Droney, Devine Destinies, [link]
21. A Boy Named Wish, Richard & Esther Provencher, InkSpotter Publishing, [link]
22. PINKY, M.J.Daley-Prado, CreateSpace, [link]
22. The First Miracle, LA Willis, 4RV Publishing, [link]
22. The Nightmare Club #3: The Willow Witch, Howard Hopkins, Golden Perils Press, [link]
23. The Forbidden Forest: Tales of the Tree People, Lori E. Mazzola, Publish America, [link]
23. Andy and Spirit in the Big Rescue, Mary Jean Kelso, Guardian Angel Publishing, [link]
23. All the World, Liz Garton Scanlon, Simon & Schuster, [link]
23. Thorndancer, Gary Petras, Toy Box Books, [link]
23. One Noble Journey, Dixie Phillips, Guardian Angel Publishing, [link]
23. The Magician's Caster, Mary Cunningham, [link]
23. Baby Jesus is Missing, Dixie Phillips, Guardian Angel Publishing, [link]
23. A Horse Of Course, Shari Lyle-Soffe, Guardian Angel Publishing, [link]
23. Wright on Time: Utah, Book 2 , Lisa M. Cottrell-Bentley, Do Life RIght, Inc, [link]