Konfederates Keep Koming
So news broke yesterday that the creators of Rape of Thrones are creating a new series called Confederate. It essentially
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Author: Dennis R. Upkins
Six Thoughts On The 13th Doktah’
So this weekend Doctor Who regenerated for the 13th time and is now a woman. Jodie Whittaker is replacing Peter
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Iron Man 4 The High School Years: A Spider-Man Homecoming Review
Critics are allegedly saying that Spider-Man: Homecoming is the best movie of the summer. Fans are allegedly saying that this
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Lifewriting 101
One of my New Years resolutions was dedicating this year to leveling up, specifically as an author and artist. Or
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Queer Tropes Redux
As many of you know, June is the month of LGBTQ Pride and I couldn’t think of a better time
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Witch Eyes: A Novel Review
Author Scott Tracey recently announced on social media that he is re-releasing his popular Witch Eyes trilogy.
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Enter The Midnighter
If you’ve read this excellent site, follow me on social media, or have known me for five minutes, then you
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Q Is For Queer Speculative Fiction
Originally published on The Future Fire As a writer, storyteller, and a queer person of color, it goes without saying
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Sons of Nowhere: Remembering Nicholas Almand
With June being #LGBTQPrideMonth, I would be remiss if I didn’t pay tribute to my brother and comrade, fellow gay
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The Portrait of an Artist: Remembering Michael Turner
Little known fact. The late Michael Turner was one of my personal heroes. He was also one the catalysts who
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Camelocked Stocked: A King Arthur Review
So recently I got an opportunity to catch director Guy Ritchie’s King Arthur: Legend of the Sword which stars Charlie
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The Cause of Black Panther & The Crew’s Cancellation
This weekend news broke that after two issues, Marvel’s Black Panther & the Crew has been canceled. The series revolved
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A Review of Black Power
Black Power: The Superhero Anthology recently received a most awesome review. It seemed only right to share it (and my
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Review: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
2017 is simply not here for the Marvel Cinematic Universe. First there was epic debacle known as #IronCyst. Now the
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Harvard Man
As many of you may know, in addition to being a published author, an equal rights activist, and a nerd
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Navigating Through Race: The Plight of Storytellers of Color
Originally published at Fangs for the Fantasy A gent by the name of Malcolm X once said, “The media’s the
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Color Commentary: Iron Cyst and the Return of the Draggin’
Just when Marvel thought it was safe. Color Commentary is back and this time we’re breaking out the Snark Fu
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Writing to a Non-Existing Audience
Originally published at Thagomizer Recently I was having a conversation with a couple of friends and acquaintances regarding the release
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My Steps To Creating Characters And Building Worlds
Originally published at Twinjas Book Reviews One of the questions I’m constantly asked (which admittedly I never get tired of
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The Red Capes Are Coming: A Batman v Superman Retrospective
One year ago, history was made when Batman v Superman: Dawn of Wonder Woman Justice opened in theaters. Why is this
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Iron Cyst and the Eight Point Strike
It’s too bad Iron Fist wasn’t remotely close to being as entertaining and brilliant as the backlash it’s been receiving.
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Here’s To You Bonnie Bennett
Last night The Vampire Diaries came to an end after eight seasons. In saying farewell to the gang from Mystic
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I Cape For Black Women
What makes a hero? Is it the super powers? The skill sets? The gadgets? Our intentions? Our actions? I’m a
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