William Gibson's Neuromancer ... movie?
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Excerpt of a story I'm work on. Any takers?
This is an excerpt at one of my attempts to crank out a story that has been bouncing around in my head. This actual excerpt will be included in a book of short stories that is almost complete. I'd appreciate any critique anyone is willing to offer. I
Read more…Black Science Fiction Anthology Update--June
Hey, guys! I had told Milton that I would have the anthology edited by June 19; however, the contract to which I'm 100 percent billable at work is up for rebid, so will be working evenings and perhaps weekends on that, so...I'm hoping to have the edi
Read more…Spec Fiction at Book Expo America
Brother G, Mshindo, and Wesley Snipes just took over with the official press announcement of Zulu Mech I at the BEA this past weekend.There was an outstanding session on graphic novels that included Carol Burrell, Alex Simmons (Kids Comic Con), Kyle
Read more…Immortal 2nd edition's 5 star review!!
Immortal 2nd second edition just received a 5 star AMAZON review from APOOO Bookclub!!http://www.amazon.com/Immortal-Second-Valjeanne-Jeffers/dp/1441480897/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1243474950&sr=1-2Uh-huh, uh-huh (doing happy dance/laugh). BSFS
Read more…Tag You're It! Or anybody on Amazon?
Here is discussion I borrowed from a wordpress blog. OK I stole it alright (laugh)! Here's the link so I can give the author credit. http://tagmybookonamazon.wordpress.com/what-is-tagging/Like any author, you’ve spent months, perhaps years writing yo
Read more…THE INSPIRATION BEHIND THE STORY
April is Poetry Month on the Black Author Showcase
If you have some speculative poetry, we would love to post it on our main page on the BAS. It's time for you to submit your poetry so you can be featured on the Main page in the month of April. Send all submissions to: BAS Poetry Month Link Oremail y
Read more…The best sci-fi book ever written. CHILDHOOD'S END by Authur C Clarke.
who read it?yo this book is so ill.it deals with time.space travel.perception.aliens.god.peace.fear.flyin futuristic cars.all that shit.i ain't lyin.you know how in every sci fi alien invasion story when the mothership break the atmoshere over a metr
Read more…Starting a BSFS Bi-Monthly Book Read
I retitled this because it didn't seem to catch anyone's attention.Hey, what does everyone think of doing a bi-monthly read of members books? We pick one member's book every two months, place our review our Amazon or other sites. This way we can supp
Read more…Illustrator Needed For Octavia Butler's "Kindred" Graphic Novel!!
hey beautiful people, its been a minute! but when i saw this news, i HAD to post this ASAP! DEADLINE IS MARCH 16th. Check it out!http://www.racialicious.com/2009/03/03/announcement-beacon-press-seeks-an-illustator-for-kindred/blessins all round!peace
Read more…Let's be honest
Before I ask my questions, I will be the first to admit that I am guilty as charged.How many times have you visited someone's Ning page, made this person your friend, and left a message stating something like this:Checked out your page, your book/com
Read more…E BOOKS ARE ABOUT TO EXPLODE- CELL PHONE BOOKS ARE NEXT.
I am watching the news and a report was made that E books are about to Explode. E books have been around for a few years but they have taken a while to gain popularity. The E train has left the station and will become a run away train in a year or 2
Read more…CB'S POV: Just In Time For V'day! (Zane's "Another Time, Another Place")
Black Culture and urban fantasy
Now that urban fantasy is all the rage and many publishing companies are crying for more werewolves, vampires, shape-shifters, witches and the like, how will it affect the depiction of Black culture? Or won't it?Wind Follower is folklore fantasy. Nne
Read more…SHADOWLAW: THE SERIAL NOVEL is available for sale...
http://stores.lulu.com/brandoneastonIn a Catholic-controlled future society, a disgraced soldier discovers a secret pact between the government he was sworn to protect and a powerful global Vampire cult.In a universe of faith based on lies, Rictor Ca
Read more…2nd Annual Black History Month Internet Book Fair
This looks like a TERRIFIC networking and selling opportunity for all of us!http://www.edc-creations.com/blackhistorybookfairthemes.html“Give the Gift of Knowledge”January 25 - March 7, 2009Totally Online at the Black Authors Network Radio Show$35.00
Read more…To all the authors of BSFS
I'm curious about all the authors in the group. What books have you published? What genre is the book or books? What is your website?I'll start we myself:Author: D K GastonBook: The Friday House (Political, Paranormal Thriller); Lost Hours (Mystery,
Read more…Interview of Black Speculative Fiction Authors
Hey BSFS Sisters and Brothers:) Here's an interview hosted by Diane of Black Author Showcase featuring a numbers of our authors. It's a really fantastic discussion!
Read more…Do Positive Book Reviews Translate Into an Increase in Book Sales?
Okay, so you've submitted your novel and have finally received a positive 4 or 5 star review. Now what? Do reviews translate into ratings? What about advertisements on literary websites or popular book club sites? I've never been apt to buy a book be
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