One cannot truly celebrate #BlackExcellence and look to the future without taking a moment to honor those who paved a way for us to journey forward. Case in point, author, philosopher, life coach and fellow Wakandan, Steven Barnes, who is celebrating a birthday today.
So I had the distinct pleasure of being on Next Gen Publishing panel with some very fine gents during Norwescon recently. Thanks to Triple J who was gracious enough to film this and thanks to my buddy Kurt who was coming in from out of town and I wasn’t able to answer the phone. And … More Next Gen Publishing
So at Norwescon, Triple J and I had just finished lunch and I was in between panels so we decided to do an impromptu interview. I was uber-wired not only because of hanging out with one of my favorite peeps, but I was also consuming a ridiculous amount of caffeine that weekend. A really fun … More Norwescon Interview
So Norwescon 36 rocked and true to its theme, yours truly saved the world and/or took it over. 😉 But I had help. I had the honor and pleasure of meeting two longtime Livejournal/Facebook online buds: Kirk Boxleitner and Jamie Jeans. I was touched and humbled by the fact that both of these fine extraordinary … More Norwescon 36 Report
I’m currently at the airport heading out to Seattle for Norwescon 36. Just like the theme states, I’ll be there to Save The World and/or possibly take it over. Oh don’t act shocked, you know how I am. Anyway, if you’re in the area, I’d love to see you. Feel free to say hi. … More My Norwescon 36 Itinerary
So starting next month business begins to pick up for me. In addition to editing and writing, con season kicks off for me. Exciting news! Yours truly will be back at MidsouthCon this year. Even more exciting is that I get to kick it with my good buddy Cherie Priest who is one of the Guest of Honors. Oh … More March Madness!!!!!
Found this awesome snapshot on Norwescon’s Facebook page. I definitely had to share:
“A complete stranger has the capacity to alter the life of another irrevocably. This domino effect has the capacity to change the course of an entire world. That is what life is; a chain reaction of individuals colliding with others and influencing their lives without realizing it. A decision that seems miniscule to you, may … More Norwescon 2012 Report
If you’re in the Seattle area this weekend, you should definitely stop by Norwescon. I’ll be there this weekend and I’m excited to spend the weekend with many awesome peeps and have some fun. Below is my panel schedule. Panel Schedule: Friday 2 pm Cascade 7 Minorities in comics How do American comics differ from … More My Norwescon Panel Schedule
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