So, I was watching Comedy Central last night (when I should have been writing) and along came a show I hadn't seen before. It was actually pretty funny, like Jon Stewart's Daily Show, but with talent.
Anyway, during the show, they made a comment about how Hungary is using an online poll to decide upon the name of a bridge. Apparently, Colbert is attempting to get his name on the bridge. I thought I'd try to vote, but can't for the life of me figure out where the link is to get there (to the poll), despite the fact they said on the show it was there.
I don't have time to search, so I'm going to give up now and wish him luck.
Note to website designers: Make it easy to navigate for those of us with little time to spare.
Aston West
Colbert Report
31 August 2006
28 August 2006
I Knew Him When...
Well, it would seem that fellow writer and blogger Matt Dinniman has been labelled a "blog of note" by the folks at Blogger.
Matt, just don't let the instant fame go to your head.
And make sure to point out that you have books they could purchase to support their hero.
I wish I could say I've read your books myself, but I can say that a copy of Shivered Sky is resting on my coffee table (waiting for me)...
Matt Dinniman
Matt, just don't let the instant fame go to your head.
And make sure to point out that you have books they could purchase to support their hero.
I wish I could say I've read your books myself, but I can say that a copy of Shivered Sky is resting on my coffee table (waiting for me)...
Matt Dinniman
27 August 2006
No Title
Nothing new to report.
Not feeling much better than the last post, but at least some of the blogs I read are starting to pick up again...
Aston West
Not feeling much better than the last post, but at least some of the blogs I read are starting to pick up again...
Aston West
08 August 2006
The Painful Truth
So, I seem to be having issues lately.
I have many books to read, but don't feel like reading anything.
I have other books to critique for fellow authors, but don't feel like doing that either.
I have many friends I could be e-mailing on a more regular basis, but usually close the computer down and do something else.
I should be writing, but I often find myself asking myself "Why bother?"
I don't feel much like posting on some of the message boards where I used to post all the time.
I don't really feel much like talking with most of the people I deal with on a daily basis.
I find myself sitting in front of the TV most nights, zoning out to nothing in particular.
One could almost think I was suffering from some sort of depression.
But then again, maybe it's just boredom.
Or it could just be an early run at a mid-life crisis...minus the unnecessary financial expenditures.
Eh, time to break out more Vladirian liquor...
Aston West
depression
I have many books to read, but don't feel like reading anything.
I have other books to critique for fellow authors, but don't feel like doing that either.
I have many friends I could be e-mailing on a more regular basis, but usually close the computer down and do something else.
I should be writing, but I often find myself asking myself "Why bother?"
I don't feel much like posting on some of the message boards where I used to post all the time.
I don't really feel much like talking with most of the people I deal with on a daily basis.
I find myself sitting in front of the TV most nights, zoning out to nothing in particular.
One could almost think I was suffering from some sort of depression.
But then again, maybe it's just boredom.
Or it could just be an early run at a mid-life crisis...minus the unnecessary financial expenditures.
Eh, time to break out more Vladirian liquor...
Aston West
depression
27 July 2006
A Winner at Last
Yours truly was a winner in the latest Evil Editor contest (though not much of a contest, so it turns out)...now it's up to everyone else to figure out which one was my entry...
Mwahahahahaaaaa...
Be on the lookout for (hopefully) one of my queries to be sent through the ringer soon as well...
Aston West
Evil Editor
Mwahahahahaaaaa...
Be on the lookout for (hopefully) one of my queries to be sent through the ringer soon as well...
Aston West
Evil Editor
18 July 2006
Missed Career Opportunities
It's only fair to say that POD-dy Mouth really did miss her calling as a stand-up comic.
Another pick-me-up this soon? I might just start to smile on a regular basis...that would be a shame.
Aston West
POD-dy Mouth
Another pick-me-up this soon? I might just start to smile on a regular basis...that would be a shame.
Aston West
POD-dy Mouth
15 July 2006
Hotter than Hell
Triple-digit heat?
I haven't seen heat this bad since I last visited Rulusia.
It amazes me that the humidity here could be just as bad as there.
You'd expect to find tropical jungles and wild animals roaming around.
Instead, all you have is wheat fields and cow s***.
Too bad Vladirian liquor dries a body out.
I haven't seen heat this bad since I last visited Rulusia.
It amazes me that the humidity here could be just as bad as there.
You'd expect to find tropical jungles and wild animals roaming around.
Instead, all you have is wheat fields and cow s***.
Too bad Vladirian liquor dries a body out.
06 July 2006
Interesting Choice
I think Hunter should find out what it would take to use this photo for the cover of his WIP novel, DBV...
Think Rione, except this girl has shorter hair and her skin isn't the right shade...
There are a few other slight differences, but anyone who's read the first book would know what they are, so I won't bother listing them here...
Aston West
Think Rione, except this girl has shorter hair and her skin isn't the right shade...
There are a few other slight differences, but anyone who's read the first book would know what they are, so I won't bother listing them here...
Aston West
04 July 2006
The Jareo Effect Juggernaut
It's just impossible not to find more instances of the Jareo Effect in action. Kudos to Mistress Dawno for the mention of my blog...
Aston West
Jareo Effect
Dawno
Aston West
Jareo Effect
Dawno
01 July 2006
21 June 2006
Hell, Yes!
I love it.
Myself, I'd like to see myself put somewhere into the ST universe...that would be fun.
Aston West
Star Trek
Myself, I'd like to see myself put somewhere into the ST universe...that would be fun.
Aston West
Star Trek
18 June 2006
The Jareo Effect Rolls On
Anyone remember my earlier commentary?
It seems as if the effect is still alive and kicking, this time with a new source. I mean, really, in this era of world-wide internet available on a whim, no one should think their postings are going to be private. So, the only thing a person could be doing it for is the attention...and lo and behold, the world is giving it to them.
It's rather sad, though, that she's in trouble because her girlfriend posted the pictures. Does no one learn from the exploits of such (former?) celebrities as Pamela Anderson? If people are taking pictures or video of you, make sure you destroy them (the media, not the people, though on a good day...).
Aston West
Tamara Hoover
It seems as if the effect is still alive and kicking, this time with a new source. I mean, really, in this era of world-wide internet available on a whim, no one should think their postings are going to be private. So, the only thing a person could be doing it for is the attention...and lo and behold, the world is giving it to them.
It's rather sad, though, that she's in trouble because her girlfriend posted the pictures. Does no one learn from the exploits of such (former?) celebrities as Pamela Anderson? If people are taking pictures or video of you, make sure you destroy them (the media, not the people, though on a good day...).
Aston West
Tamara Hoover
17 June 2006
A Spiritual Question for the Masses
God is the creator of all things, so why did God create hell?
(and the follow-on question of why did God create the devil?)
Aston West
God
(and the follow-on question of why did God create the devil?)
Aston West
God
03 June 2006
02 June 2006
25 May 2006
Aston West Fan-Fic
Everyone has had plenty of time to work and rework all their Aston West fanfic...post it here (in the comments section).
Or perhaps I should be requesting some Barbara Bauer fanfic instead?
Aston West
fanfic
BarbaraBauer
Or perhaps I should be requesting some Barbara Bauer fanfic instead?
Aston West
fanfic
BarbaraBauer
24 May 2006
The Mandatory Post
What a joy...it seems that not everyone is pleased about being placed on the Official List of the 20 Worst Literary Agents.
In particular, one Barbara Bauer.
Seems Barbara Bauer was not at all pleased with the honor and privelege of being placed on the list, so has been harrasing various high profile(and maybe low profile?) targets to try and get them to recant.
One particular favorite of mine (since I visit there frequently) is the fact that the hosting company (See Matt's site for address and phone info) for Absolute Write received word from Barbara Bauer and her associates, basically giving the empty threat of a lawsuit as often happens when dealing with people such as Barbara Bauer, and instantly took AW off-line.
Needless to say, Absolute Write is now looking for a new hosting company.
People always amaze me with how easily they can be convinced of lies.
BarbaraBauer
In particular, one Barbara Bauer.
Seems Barbara Bauer was not at all pleased with the honor and privelege of being placed on the list, so has been harrasing various high profile(and maybe low profile?) targets to try and get them to recant.
One particular favorite of mine (since I visit there frequently) is the fact that the hosting company (See Matt's site for address and phone info) for Absolute Write received word from Barbara Bauer and her associates, basically giving the empty threat of a lawsuit as often happens when dealing with people such as Barbara Bauer, and instantly took AW off-line.
Needless to say, Absolute Write is now looking for a new hosting company.
People always amaze me with how easily they can be convinced of lies.
BarbaraBauer
13 May 2006
Pretty Much Says It All
Courtesy of Bad Cookie:
I really couldn't have said it better myself.
You will have difficulty finding new outlets for your own minor creative abilities.
I really couldn't have said it better myself.
12 May 2006
The Hit Parade
I just returned from a city-wide parade and found something rather astonishing.
Is it common practice now that the various floats and parade participants NOT toss out candy to the curb for kids to get? Has Earth (and American in particular) society gotten so worried about liability issues as to avoid tossing pieces of candy which may injure a pedestrian (or rot their teeth)?
Personally, that's the only thing I ever found exciting about parades...which says a lot about the one I just returned from.
Aston West
parades
Is it common practice now that the various floats and parade participants NOT toss out candy to the curb for kids to get? Has Earth (and American in particular) society gotten so worried about liability issues as to avoid tossing pieces of candy which may injure a pedestrian (or rot their teeth)?
Personally, that's the only thing I ever found exciting about parades...which says a lot about the one I just returned from.
Aston West
parades
11 May 2006
The Jareo Effect
Something that I've been pondering in my head for a few days...
It certainly seems that a lot of people have been generating (or trying to) a lot of interest in themselves by doing something that sets people off. I've decided to call this The Jareo Effect (in tribute to Lori Jareo, who as we recall was the star of the Star Wars fanfic drama that unfolded recently (and whose illegal book was finally yanked off Amazon, I see)).
It seems as if more people are starting to follow this same pattern: Do something shocking and then wait for the notoriety to build.
Courtesy of Bitch, PhD, we find a tale of Dr. Diana Blaine, who apparently posted topless photos of herself on her flickr site (under "Burning Man, Burning Bras" in case you're interested).
From what I understand, some of her students (the claim is they're attempting to attack her) spread news of her activities to news media, and then everything came down the pipe. People come out of the woodwork to attack her, then others come out to support her. It's only a matter of time, I imagine, before further news media jump on the story.
Personally, I didn't see the big deal about the pictures. They weren't really all that much to look at in the first place.
But then, why let that stand in the way of a good scandal?
Back to my post...the second story comes to us by way of Lee Goldberg's blog. Apparently, Lee received an e-mail asking for opinions on a novel which the author had posted (at least a partial of) at his blog. Lee gave his opinion on his own blog, which the author then used to gain attention on various other blogs.
I read part of the excerpt. Although not your typical slush, I didn't think it was quire ready for publication either...and though I don't have a problem with people posting excerpts, I do have an issue with people requesting feedback and then getting in a huff when the feedback isn't what they wanted (I've been through that before).
But then, what do I know?
There must be something in the water, is the only thing I can figure.
It certainly seems that a lot of people have been generating (or trying to) a lot of interest in themselves by doing something that sets people off. I've decided to call this The Jareo Effect (in tribute to Lori Jareo, who as we recall was the star of the Star Wars fanfic drama that unfolded recently (and whose illegal book was finally yanked off Amazon, I see)).
It seems as if more people are starting to follow this same pattern: Do something shocking and then wait for the notoriety to build.
Courtesy of Bitch, PhD, we find a tale of Dr. Diana Blaine, who apparently posted topless photos of herself on her flickr site (under "Burning Man, Burning Bras" in case you're interested).
From what I understand, some of her students (the claim is they're attempting to attack her) spread news of her activities to news media, and then everything came down the pipe. People come out of the woodwork to attack her, then others come out to support her. It's only a matter of time, I imagine, before further news media jump on the story.
Personally, I didn't see the big deal about the pictures. They weren't really all that much to look at in the first place.
But then, why let that stand in the way of a good scandal?
Back to my post...the second story comes to us by way of Lee Goldberg's blog. Apparently, Lee received an e-mail asking for opinions on a novel which the author had posted (at least a partial of) at his blog. Lee gave his opinion on his own blog, which the author then used to gain attention on various other blogs.
I read part of the excerpt. Although not your typical slush, I didn't think it was quire ready for publication either...and though I don't have a problem with people posting excerpts, I do have an issue with people requesting feedback and then getting in a huff when the feedback isn't what they wanted (I've been through that before).
But then, what do I know?
There must be something in the water, is the only thing I can figure.
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