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David Gerrold Interview Part Two: Kickstarter and Independent Production, “It’s a whole new game.”

Dan Berger — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:05:09 +0000

Welcome to part two of Foes of Reality’s two-part interview with science fiction writer David Gerrold. In part one we talked about The Star Wolf’s history and future possibilities as an independently produced video property. Part two considers the evolution of independent production with a focus on crowdfunding as a facilitator of investment in new projects. Dan—How did your involvement in Star Trek Phase II fit into a larger progression from your work at

Silicon Heaven

Miranda — Sat, 11 May 2013 18:35:46 +0000

I am writing a short story which explores artificial intelligence and the very human quest for meaning. I have been writing a series of articles on Foes of Reality exploring neurobiology, religion and spirituality. As part of this series, and for your enjoyment this evening, I am sharing an excellent excerpt from the series Red Dwarf, courtesy of a Foes-fan. Red Dwarf was a British sci-fi comedy that first aired in 1988.

Jeff Salyards Interview Part Two: Piercing the “Veil” of Tomorrow

Dan Berger — Sat, 11 May 2013 15:55:58 +0000

Foes of Reality now brings you part two of our most recent interview with Jeff Salyards, author of the gritty fantasy adventure Scourge of the Betrayer. Part one discussed the ramifications of Night Shade Books’ immanent dissolution and its impact on Jeff as a recently minted author under the NSB imprint. As of this posting, the deal to sell Night Shades’ rights holdings to Skyhorse Publishing and Start Publishing was still in

SFF Abroad Movie Review: Paprika

Steven M. Long — Sat, 11 May 2013 02:19:43 +0000

Director/Co-Writer: Satoshi Kon, based on the novel by Yasutaka Tsutsui Released: 2006, Sony Pictures Genre: Science Fiction/Magical Realism One of the most enjoyable things about writing for Foes of Reality is that it forces me to pay attention: to put the things I watch, hear and read in context. If there’s something I find interesting, I have an excuse to analyze it and draw conclusions. When I do, as often as not

David Gerrold Interview Part One: Kickstarting “The Star Wolf” Onto Screens

Dan Berger — Fri, 10 May 2013 01:55:11 +0000

If there were a dictionary entry for “storied career in science fiction literature and television,” a serious case could be made for writer David Gerrold as the definition. Gerrold’s first break came at age 23 when he was hired to write the classic Star Trek episode The Trouble with Tribbles in 1967. Rather than fold under the expectations of early success, Gerrold continued to produce quality science fiction scripts and literature right

Jeff Salyards Interview Part One: From Night Shade to Where?

Dan Berger — Wed, 01 May 2013 20:59:22 +0000

Jeff Salyards has endured what can only be described as a year of tremendous ups and downs. It was twelve months ago today that his first novel, Scourge of the Betrayer, débuted to encouraging critical and commercial success. That good news was followed several months later by the revelation that one of his daughters required major surgery. Complications followed, forcing Jeff to bow out from attending the 70th World Science Fiction Convention

Foes of Reality Assimilates The Best of Both Worlds

Dan Berger — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 21:14:54 +0000

On April 25th, Fathom Events presented Star Trek: The Next Generation fans with the highly anticipated screening of The Best of Both Worlds in movie theaters across North America. The anticipation was well merited in light of the episodes’ staying power since Part 1 first aired on June 18, 1990 and Part 2 on September 24, 1990. TV Guide honored The Best of of Both Worlds twice over the years, ranking it

Biology of Belief: Brain Bits II – Limbic and the Lobes

Miranda — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 14:17:40 +0000

I am writing a short story which explores artificial intelligence and the very human quest for meaning. The following article is part of a series exploring neurobiology, religion and spirituality. Please note that I use the following working definition of terms (inspired by neuro-scientist and author Andrew Newberg). They are as follows: The sacred: (subjective) what an individual perceives as a “divine being”, ultimate “reality” or ultimate “truth”. Spirituality: (subjective) the feelings,

Review: Batman Beyond, The First Season

Steven M. Long — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 21:10:41 +0000

When it first came out in 1999 I started watching Batman Beyond, but I stopped after the first season. I’m not sure why. I moved abroad that year, though, and this was before the proliferation of cable and DSL paved the way for global, streaming content. I remember liking it, but being a little frustrated that they didn’t just make more episodes of Batman: The Animated Series. The next time I hopped

Movies / Island of Misfit Films: Masters of the Universe (1987)

Dan Berger — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 04:52:37 +0000

True story: I sold He-Man action figures in high school. Lots of He-Man action figures. Reluctantly. In 1984 I was a stock boy at the local dime store in town, and the busiest section of the store by far was the toy aisle. As an Advanced Dungeons and Dragons geek deep in the throes of a cynical adolescence, He-Man and the Masters of the Universe made me indignant. The toy line represented