February Science Question- Gene Sequencing
How many people have had their genes sequenced since the Human Genome Project was complete? Credibility is vital in science fiction novels. I went cold when I realized that I didn’t know […]
Longevity In the Extremes
As I write this it’s -48 F outside. My car is attached to an electrical cord that powers a battery warmer so I’ll be able to start it in the […]
Feeling Old For the First Time
Everyone eventually starts to feel old. Even I get glimpses of my age and I’m just in my 30s. I don’t recognize the names of any newer movie celebrities, but I recognize […]
Age of Reason vs. the Information Age
Since I am writing a science fiction novel with some nearly immortal characters, I get to have fun conversations with them. Here is a portion of one: “Robert, why don’t you […]
Alaska and Age
What could be better than a state with views like this which also gives away free money each year? Some readers know I live in Alaska and that I work […]
Spiders: A Love/Hate Relationship
Halloween is over and it’s time to remove the giant spider you put on your lawn to keep squeamish trick or treaters away, so let’s talk about how people feel […]
Are You Privileged? Recent History May Tell
This week I’m tackling a hard subject. In the novel I’m writing, one character is biologically immortal. He’s 251. He’s been in the US Marines for nearly his entire life. […]
