literature
Geek literature from the New York Times or the recesses of online. Our favorite stories showcase geeks.
Why Use Magic in "Fiction"?
Do you know the different forms of energy in “Fiction”, the Ki, Aura, Nen, Haki, Cosmic, and the like? Well, I’ve been wondering, what makes magic stand out from other energy sources? If you could use any of them, would and should you use magic?
By Blankmarks3 years ago in Geeks
Review of 'My Calamity Jane'
Welcome to 1876 America, a place bursting with gunslingers, outlaws, and garou—better known as werewolves. And where there are garou, there’re hunters: the one and only Calamity Jane, to be precise, along with her fellow stars of Wild Bill’s Traveling Show, Annie Oakley and Frank “the Pistol Prince” Butler. After a garou hunt goes south and Jane finds a suspicious-like bite on her arm, she turns tail for Deadwood, where there’s talk of a garou cure. But rumors can be deceiving—meaning the gang better hightail it after her before they’re a day late and a Jane short. In this perfect next read for fans of A Gentleman’s Guide to Vice and Virtue, bestselling authors Cynthia Hand, Jodi Meadows, and Brodi Ashton bring their signature spark to the side-splittin’, whopper-filled (but actually kind of factual?) tale of Calamity Jane.
By Cyn's Workshop3 years ago in Geeks
Review of 'Spear'
She left all she knew to find who she could be . . . She grows up in the wild wood, in a cave with her mother, but visions of a faraway lake drift to her on the spring breeze, scented with promise. And when she hears a traveler speak of Artos, king of Caer Leon, she decides her future lies at his court. So, brimming with magic and eager to test her strength, she breaks her covenant with her mother and sets out on her bony gelding for Caer Leon. With her stolen hunting spear and mended armour, she is an unlikely hero, not a chosen one, but one who forges her own bright path. Aflame with determination, she begins a journey of magic and mystery, love, lust and fights to death. On her adventures, she will steal the hearts of beautiful women, fight warriors and sorcerers, and make a place to call home. The legendary author of Hild returns with an unforgettable hero and a queer Arthurian masterpiece for the modern era. Nicola Griffith’s Spear is a spellbinding vision of the Camelot we've longed for, a Camelot that belongs to us all.
By Cyn's Workshop3 years ago in Geeks
Side HUSTLE Secrets
To get access to the Side HUSTLE Secrets click here As a freelance writer and content creator, I have always been on the lookout for ways to supplement my income and grow my business. That's why I was eager to get my hands on Side HUSTLE Secrets, a comprehensive guide on how to build a successful side hustle. Written by Chris Guillebeau, a bestselling author, entrepreneur, and travel enthusiast, this book is a must-read for anyone who wants to turn their passion into a profitable business.
By Jasmin Mendapara3 years ago in Geeks
Review of 'Nettle and Bone'
This isn't the kind of fairytale where the princess marries a prince. It's the one where she kills him. Marra never wanted to be a hero. As the shy, convent-raised, third-born daughter, she escaped the traditional fate of princesses, to be married away for the sake of an uncaring throne. But her sister wasn’t so fortunate―and after years of silence, Marra is done watching her suffer at the hands of a powerful and abusive prince. Seeking help for her rescue mission, Marra is offered the tools she needs, but only if she can complete three seemingly impossible tasks: ―build a dog of bones ―sew a cloak of nettles ―capture moonlight in a jar But, as is the way in tales of princes and witches, doing the impossible is only the beginning. Hero or not―now joined by a disgraced ex-knight, a reluctant fairy godmother, an enigmatic gravewitch and her fowl familiar―Marra might finally have the courage to save her sister, and topple a throne.
By Cyn's Workshop3 years ago in Geeks
Review of 'Dune'
Set on the desert planet Arrakis, Dune is the story of the boy Paul Atreides, heir to a noble family tasked with ruling an inhospitable world where the only thing of value is the “spice” melange, a drug capable of extending life and enhancing consciousness. Coveted across the known universe, melange is a prize worth killing for... When House Atreides is betrayed, the destruction of Paul’s family will set the boy on a journey toward a destiny greater than he could ever have imagined. And as he evolves into the mysterious man known as Muad’Dib, he will bring to fruition humankind’s most ancient and unattainable dream. A stunning blend of adventure and mysticism, environmentalism and politics, Dune won the first Nebula Award, shared the Hugo Award, and formed the basis of what is undoubtedly the grandest epic in science fiction.
By Cyn's Workshop3 years ago in Geeks
What is artificial intelligence (AI)?
How does AI work? As the hype around AI has accelerated, vendors have been scrambling to promote how their products and services use AI. Often what they refer to as AI is simply one component of AI, such as machine learning. AI requires a foundation of specialized hardware and software for writing and training machine learning algorithms. No one programming language is synonymous with AI, but a few, including Python, R and Java, are popular.
By M Anandaraj 3 years ago in Geeks
Vocal + Assist. Top Story - February 2023.
My name is Rick Henry Christopher. For the longest time most of you have known me simply as Rick Henry. Recently, I added Christopher to my name as a way of paying tribute to my fantastic brother Chris who unexpectedly passed away in 2021 at the young age of 58. I miss him greatly and think of him daily.
By Rick Henry Christopher 3 years ago in Geeks
