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The Other Stories podcast, episode 20

Posted on 08/13/2015 by robbskidmore88

A writer friend of mine convinced me to do this podcast called The Other Stories. Yeah, I know…a friend convinces you to do something…but this turned out quite well. I was interviewed by Ilana Masad, the podcast host, and our … Continue reading →

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Letters From the J. Crew Dude, Part 3 — The Conclusion

Posted on 08/27/2013 by robbskidmore88

To those readers who have not read Part 1 and Part 2 of Letters From the J. Crew Dude, I strongly urge you to do so before you read Part 3. You will understand the overall flow and have a … Continue reading →

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On Sunsets and the Importance of Hanging Around

Posted on 07/24/2013 by robbskidmore88

I have a thing about dusk, my favorite time of day, and sunsets. I think sunsets are nature’s most exquisite art. They never fail to put me in a relaxed state of awe. They are never the same, even second … Continue reading →

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The Terrible Burden of Having Stuff

Posted on 07/08/2013 by robbskidmore88

Moving is hell, as the saying goes, and my recent move to California, in the tiresome way of all major moves, has been hellish. The main driver of misery is the Stuff to be moved. There is the back breaking, … Continue reading →

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Greatest 80s Music Videos – the Digest: “Come on Eileen” Dexys Midnight Runners

Posted on 09/25/2012 by robbskidmore88

The music video for “Come On Eileen,” a lethally infectious single by Dexys Midnight Runners, hit MTV in 1982 and that zippy violin melody and images of shirtless hillbillies have been burning in our brains ever since. 80s videos were … Continue reading →

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Emoticons: Where They Come From & Why I Use Them

Posted on 08/06/2012 by robbskidmore88

Anyone who has communicated on a social network or done some texting knows about emoticons, those clever smiley-faced :) and frowny-faced :( symbols. I count myself as a heavy user because I am an emotional and sensitive guy, a writer … Continue reading →

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What Writers Need to Know About Book Cover Design: An Interview with Artist Lee Libro

Posted on 07/17/2012 by robbskidmore88

Effective cover art has always been an important part of publishing a book. In this dawning age of self-publishing and indie writers a good cover artist is an important member of every author’s publishing team. I was lucky to come … Continue reading →

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Prometheus: A Review of the new Ridley Scott Movie

Posted on 06/28/2012 by robbskidmore88

I have long been a fan of Ray Bradbury’s science fiction (think, R is For Rocket) and Ridley Scott’s sci-fi movies because I like the way mixing humans with robotic and alien life forms seems to bring out the best … Continue reading →

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The Pursuit of Cool is Officially Launched and on sale

Posted on 04/16/2012 by robbskidmore88

When I started out writing The Pursuit of Cool years ago, I had a vague idea that someday I would finish it and then someday and somehow it would be released into the world. When I started writing seriously in the … Continue reading →

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New Facebook Author Page is Up

Posted on 03/29/2012 by robbskidmore88

I decided it was time to start a Facebook Author Page during the ebook setup for my novel.  At the end of the book there are links to my website and Twitter, and I wanted an easier way for Facebookers … Continue reading →

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