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Kim Stanley Robinson’s New York 2140 and Uncanny Thank You!

Posted on 13 October 2017 by

The world’s alight with golds and reds, folks, and autumn’s got me smacked! A wonderful summer is dovetailing into the sweet coast toward December. I want to thank readers and participants for your time, attention, and insights during this year’s … Continue reading →

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Uncanny Valley Digest: Manjula Padmanabahn

Posted on 23 July 2017 by

Hello, and welcome back to lip-smacking science fiction in the Uncanny Valley! Our “Sharing Air” discussion was the champagne’s bubbles! What happens when you’re buying air like bottled water? Are you aghast at the prospect? Or proud of how many … Continue reading →

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“Bloodless; but it’s big in Uqbar.”

Posted on 10 July 2017 by

Hello, and welcome back to the Uncanny Valley! Our Borges discussion this week left us stimulated but mystified. In some ways, the story did not meet the criteria of science fiction, and it brought up questions as to why this … Continue reading →

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