Author Archives: Lawrence Person

About Lawrence Person

Lawrence Person is a science fiction writer living in Austin, Texas. His short fiction has appeared in Asimov's, Analog, Postscripts, Jim Baen's Universe, Fear, and several anthologies. He also edits the Hugo-nominated SF critical magazine Nova Express, and runs the Turkey City Writer's Workshop. His non-fiction has appeared in National Review, Reason, Whole Earth Review, The Freeman, The World & I, Science Fiction Eye, The New York Review of Science Fiction, and Slashdot.org. He owns such a large library (mostly science fiction first editions) he had to buy a two-story house to put it in, and then adopted a golden retriever to drag him out of his house on a regular basis. He also makes a mean batch of salsa.

Neutrino Joke

Posted on September 24, 2011 by Lawrence Person

“We don’t allow faster than light neutrinos in here” said the bartender. A neutrino walks into a bar. (Stolen from NRO)

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Amazing 1974 Interview With Peter Sellers

Posted on September 20, 2011 by Lawrence Person

I forgot exactly what I was looking for, but I came across this interview UK talk show host Michael Parkinson did with Peter Sellers in 1974. Sellers was, of course, one of the great comic actors, but according to this … Continue reading →

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After Action Report on Heritage Auction’s Sale of the Jerry Weist Collection

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Lawrence Person

Every year or two, Heritage Auctions in Dallas conducts a big auction of a major science fiction book collection. In 2007, it was the Ventura Collection. The Ventura Collection auction was very successful, and since it occurred right before the … Continue reading →

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Armadillocon 2011 Photos for Sunday, August 28

Posted on September 17, 2011 by Lawrence Person

Just a handful, as I left my camera recharging for the con itself, so all of these are from the dead dog party. Lou Anders’ wife makes him presentable. Willie Siros, Scott Bobo and Emma Bull get their Shiner on. … Continue reading →

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Armadillocon 2011 Photos for Saturday, August 27

Posted on September 14, 2011 by Lawrence Person

A chipper-at-all-hours Kasey Lansdale, having no pity on us poor souls discomforted by having to get up at the crack of noon. if we’re going to show Kasey, I suppose we should show her father, Joe R. Lansdale. I think … Continue reading →

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Ed Bryant Could Use Your Help

Posted on September 12, 2011 by Lawrence Person

Due to health and financial troubles. Details and a way to donate at the link.

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“I too have an ass sword!”

Posted on September 11, 2011 by Lawrence Person

RoboGeisha Director: Noboru Iguchi Writer: Noboru Iguchi (screenplay) Starring: Asami, Yoshihiro Nishimura and Naoto Takenaka Once again Japan brings us a classic piece of the “What the Fuck?” cinema at which they excel. Noboru Iguchi, the director of The Machine … Continue reading →

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Texans Slaughter Colts 34-7

Posted on September 11, 2011 by Lawrence Person

The Texans managed to put together the most dominant half of professional football I’ve ever seen by going up 34-0 in the first half against the Manning-less Colts. The Texans dominated on both sides of the line, Mario Williams got … Continue reading →

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Armadillocon 2011 Photos for Friday, August 26

Posted on September 10, 2011 by Lawrence Person

Mark Finn, rocking the cutting edge of FEZ NATION! Howard Waldrop. Dwight Brown gets the pre-convention lunch off to his usual facepalming start. What set him off this time was Todd saying “Look! We’re haircut twinsies!” DUFF winner David Cake. … Continue reading →

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Predict the Houston Texans Record for the 2011 Season

Posted on September 8, 2011 by Lawrence Person

We interrupt your usual SF geeking to note the arrival of the NFL Season, starting tonight. As such, it’s time to vote for your predictions on the Texans season. With the return #1 rushing back, #1 receiver, and what should … Continue reading →

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