RIP Bea Arthur

Posted by admin on April 25, 2009

From the “Star Wars Christmas Special” comes this appropriate song:

Ithaqua Mug now on Zazzle

Posted by admin on April 12, 2009

The second Lovecraft themed mug is now available. I hope you enjoy:

Books + Shelves = Bookshelves

Posted by admin on April 1, 2009

Ready to turn that sewing room into a full-fledged office?  Want to save some money and give it a unique design style at the same time? Ready to recycle those old texts? Why Not turn a couple old books into a couple of eclectic bookshelves?

First, There’s the classic invisible bookshelf. Now, The easiest way to get it is to by the Invisible Book Shelf Floating Book Shelf from Amazon. This is a metal bracket that screws to the wall. The bottom book’s cover clips over the shelf, concealing it. Pretty Nifty:

But, If you want to make it yourself and save a few bucks, Instructables shows how with this craft series:

And If you want to get a little Alice-In-Wonderland, check out the Inverted Bookshelf, where a hidden elastic Band holds your books up:

Maybe, Just maybe, you harbor Mad Scientist Fantasies. How about the Secret Door BookCase, Right out of Young Frankenstein:

Avout hoodie

Posted by admin on January 9, 2009

Gifts For Writers and Readers

Posted by admin on December 3, 2008

The Sherlock Holmes Chess Set Pieces – SAC Hand Decorated

The Sherlock Holmes Chess Set Pieces – SAC Hand Decorated – $ 292.50

When you care enough…What writer hasn’t always dreamed of their very own, oak-lined den? Of a fireplace blazing away in the corner and overstuffed leather chairs. Get them started right with the Sherlock Holmes Chess Set from ChessHouse.com. Next year, the big old magnifier and chemistry set…

“Embedded” Notebook

Notebook and Pencil – $ 14.95

The latest in high tech note taking, it’s a pencil and a pen! But wait- There’s more. See, then Pencil is in a slot in the Notebook! And you keep it together with an elastic band! bet you can’t wait to see their faces,huh?

Zazzle Writing Shirt

Ever feel like you’re second banana to your writer’s passion? That nothing is as important as the creative urge? Martin Luther felt the same way a couple of centuries ago.

Kindle: Amazon’s Wireless Reading Device

I Don’t Know if I’m quite sold Myself on the Kindle: It seems like a lot of tech to replace something that’s pretty cheap, efficient and user friendly already. But there’s no denying the ability to purchase books on the fly is pretty handy. with reading becoming more and more an affectation, maybe the time is right for a “cool” device to reach a mass audience. Do you think the Kindle will become the iPod for readers?

Book in a Month: The Fool-Proof System for Writing a Novel in 30 Days

Give the Gift of Inspiration! Book in a Month: The Fool-Proof System for Writing a Novel in 30 Days is the slightly silly, well produced Writer’s Digest version of NaNoWrimo. This workbook is spiral bound, with worksheets, calendars, motivational stickers and more to help organise and write your book.

Zèle Premium Absinthe

If you’re bringing a bottle of wine, why not go all the way with some Absinthe? Absinthe is an Herbal Liquor made from wormwood that has long been associated with creativity and inspiration. Artists from Picasso to Hemingway have raved about the “Green Fairy.” Personally, I think it tastes like Jagermeister watered down with Ouzo, but hey, At least there’s history and ritual involved.

Speaking of Papa: Here’s the ultimate writing accessory. It offers instant gratification: Big smiles as the recipient tries it on under the tree. Fill the pockets with the Embedded Notebook, “Book in a Month”, and other accessories, and you’ve done good.

ThinkGeek T-Shirts

Think Geek has a wide selection of T-Shirts guaranteed to appeal to the writer in your life. From Animated T’s like the Wifi, 8 bit Life, and Rock Hero T-shirts, to Sci-fi and Geek Humor. Check them out for more ideas at ThinkGeek Electronics

Acer Aspire One 8.9-inch Mini Laptop

Yes, I Know. I’m a traitor. XP instead of Linux. But I’ll put Ubuntu on it. AND I’ll get a hard drive.