The time has come to speak again about things that most of us already are clueful of, but that some folks either don't get, or simply don't care about. I’m not going to like you all to the guilty parties exposing their privilege and stupidity, that give them the attention they seem to so desperately desire. If you need to read the story go here.
So if you want to know why many people, especially women, need to have their wishes for keeping their real life and their online life separate, read on. If you don't want to hear the truth, then begone. I really have no more use for willful stupidity.
Let’s begin shall we?
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So if you want to know why many people, especially women, need to have their wishes for keeping their real life and their online life separate, read on. If you don't want to hear the truth, then begone. I really have no more use for willful stupidity.
Let’s begin shall we?
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February is here which means it's time for Carl Brandon Society's Black History Month book list. We have nine great books by authors of African descent, all of which should be must read on your reading lists if you like spec fic, or just really great stories. The ones marked with *** are the ones either in my TBR pile, or on my to be bought list soon as I have a book buying budget again.
( Carl Brandon Society's Black History Month recommended reads 2009 )Also remember that today is is the National Call-In Day to support Jason Vassell, to the office of the Northwestern District Attorney. Please take the time to do this!
Update: I called the DA's office and once they heard what I was calling about I got sent to the voicemail of the DA's secretary. I left a message, polite and explaining why I was concerned that James Vassel was being treated more harshly than his attackers and that I wanted to know when they were going to start focusing on him as the victim defending himself in this situation. Then I left my phone #. Not sure it will do any good, but if enough of us call, maybe they might see that their mistake has gotten bigger than they though, or at least that people are noticing from all over the country.
( Carl Brandon Society's Black History Month recommended reads 2009 )Also remember that today is is the National Call-In Day to support Jason Vassell, to the office of the Northwestern District Attorney. Please take the time to do this!
Update: I called the DA's office and once they heard what I was calling about I got sent to the voicemail of the DA's secretary. I left a message, polite and explaining why I was concerned that James Vassel was being treated more harshly than his attackers and that I wanted to know when they were going to start focusing on him as the victim defending himself in this situation. Then I left my phone #. Not sure it will do any good, but if enough of us call, maybe they might see that their mistake has gotten bigger than they though, or at least that people are noticing from all over the country.
Recommended by Carl Brandon Society - American Indian Heritage Month (November 2008)
The CARL BRANDON SOCIETY recommends the following speculative fiction books by writers of First Nations/Native American heritage for American Indian Heritage Month:
The CARL BRANDON SOCIETY recommends the following speculative fiction books by writers of Latin American heritage for Hispanic Heritage Month:
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Okay, the boy is still sleeping, poor thing, and the girl is up and active. She doesn’t seen sick to me anymore, but better to be safe then sorry. So, now before I head off to eat something while I have the chance, here’s Saturday’s update.
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The Carl Brandon Society is dedicated to addressing the representation of people of color in the fantastical genres such as science fiction, fantasy and horror. They aim to foster dialogue about issues of race, ethnicity and culture, raise awareness both inside and outside the fantastical fiction communities, promote inclusivity in publication/production, and celebrate the accomplishments of people of color in science fiction, fantasy and horror.

