Monthly Archives: October 2006

Above all others, the book I am most looking forward to reading is William Gibson’s Spook Country. According to his blog it’s done, finished and delivered. I spoke with Jack Womack about it back in August, and it was maybe three quarters done then. Jack’s description left me wanting a lot more. I think Pattern … Continue reading »

I’ve not read every book by my pal Sean Williams, but I have been reading his work pretty much from the beginning. I also think I’ve seen every edition of each of his books, which means that I’ve seen every one of his book covers. He’s just posted the latest – the cover for Astropolis: Saturn Returns by … Continue reading »

I’ve been working out what to post here. Lots of family stuff happening in the background. My mother’s been unwell, which has been difficult, and we’re getting ready for young Sophie’s fifth birthday this Saturday, which should be pretty terrific. Other than that, it’s read, read, read.  I’ve sent out contracts to fill about two … Continue reading »

Like the white rabbit, I’m late, I’m late for a very important date. The Best Science Fiction and Fantasy of the Year must, must, be done by 7 November. That means story selections, contracts – the whole nine yards. With that in mind, I’m stopping reading anything new on 15 October. That means you have … Continue reading »

The email’s gone off and should be in the relevant editors in-boxes, so I think it’s safe to tell you all that Gardner Dozois and I have delivered The New Space Opera to HarperCollins in Australia and the US. The 200,000 word anthology will be published in trade paperback in June 2007, and will feature … Continue reading »