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Dust of Dreams - a message from Steve
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Posted 09 July 2009 - 05:49 PM
Procrastination is like masturbation, you're only F ing yourself...
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Human progress is neither automatic nor inevitable… Every step toward the goal of justice requires sacrifice, suffering, and struggle; the tireless exertions and passionate concern of dedicated individuals.
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Muffins are just ugly cupcakes!
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-Bubbalicious -
Human progress is neither automatic nor inevitable… Every step toward the goal of justice requires sacrifice, suffering, and struggle; the tireless exertions and passionate concern of dedicated individuals.
- Martin Luther King, Jr-
The only thing one can learn from one's past mistakes is how to repeat them exactly.
-Stone Monkey-
Muffins are just ugly cupcakes!
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Posted 09 July 2009 - 07:25 PM
Illuyankas, on Jul 9 2009, 03:09 PM, said:
Cheers, Steve. Just don't give in to temptation and invade China while you're there.
Erikson would never do that, invading China would be one of the classical blunders.
Along with never going in against a Tiste Simeon when death is on the line.
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Posted 09 July 2009 - 08:59 PM
As far as I am concerned, he is invading China. By his mere presence. 
_ In the dark I play the night, like a tune vividly fright_
So light it blows, at lark it goes _
invisible indifferent sight_
So light it blows, at lark it goes _
invisible indifferent sight_
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Posted 09 July 2009 - 09:05 PM
As a writer, Erikson's improved by leaps and bounds. That improvement is a reflection of some very hard work and interesting life experiences he's gone through.
Hopefully, he'll have a blast in the Mongolian steppe/desert and return rejuvenated and with added perspective on things. If he can, I suggest going to see Mongolian wrestling tournaments.
Hopefully, he'll have a blast in the Mongolian steppe/desert and return rejuvenated and with added perspective on things. If he can, I suggest going to see Mongolian wrestling tournaments.
I survived the Permian and all I got was this t-shirt.
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Posted 10 July 2009 - 04:26 AM
Awesome for ya to check in on us Steve. go, relax, focus, and write to most kick-a** ending to any fantasy book series ever!!! (sorry, i lost it there...) Seriously, can't wait to see how it ends, for me TTH is tied with MoI for best of the series (yeah, I like the Darujistan crowd) Can't wait for DoD, keep up the good work!
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Posted 10 July 2009 - 12:19 PM
Didn't SE say at some point that the Thelomen/Toblakai had features like Mongolians/Huns, just a lot bigger?? Clearly he is secretly going to get some psycho-vibes for the return of Bellurdan in tCG! (Or, you know, the Toblakai trilogy)
worrywort, on 14 September 2012 - 08:07 PM, said:
I kinda love it when D'rek unleashes her nerd wrath, as I knew she would here. Sorry innocent bystanders, but someone's gotta be the kindling.
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Posted 10 July 2009 - 10:34 PM
Wow, and well just wow. Thanks for the email Mr SE sir! (Respectful is my middle name.)
Have a fantastic time, sounds...um...great...alll that dust, ...and dirt and...well have a great time. But please...take care of yourself, don't fall in any holes or off any mules.
Have a fantastic time, sounds...um...great...alll that dust, ...and dirt and...well have a great time. But please...take care of yourself, don't fall in any holes or off any mules.
'Tell me, Tool, what dominates your thoughts?'
The Imass shrugged before replying. 'I think of Mafia, Adjunct.'
'Do all Imass think about Mafia?'
'No. Few think at all.'
'Why is that?'
The Imass leaned his head to one side and regarded her. 'Because, Adjunct, they are sheeple.'
Sometimes I wonder, "Why is that frisbee getting bigger?" ... and then it hits me.
The Imass shrugged before replying. 'I think of Mafia, Adjunct.'
'Do all Imass think about Mafia?'
'No. Few think at all.'
'Why is that?'
The Imass leaned his head to one side and regarded her. 'Because, Adjunct, they are sheeple.'
Sometimes I wonder, "Why is that frisbee getting bigger?" ... and then it hits me.
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Posted 12 July 2009 - 09:17 AM
How far is it from Norway to Ulan Bator? Maybe I can pop by for some obsessive adoration 
You're awesome Mr. Erikson, I hope you have a great dig!
You're awesome Mr. Erikson, I hope you have a great dig!
Things and stuffs...and other important objects.
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Posted 12 July 2009 - 12:15 PM
Nice to hear from the great man. Have a good time Mr. Erikson, and hope you keep writing for a long time.
Suck it Errant!
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QUOTE (KeithF @ Jun 30 2009, 09:49 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
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Posted 12 July 2009 - 02:37 PM
Anyone who thinks TTH was a let-down needs a f*cking slap. With a dead herring mutated far beyond its normal size.
*possessive*
Can't wait for DoD, and hopefully some promotional book signings and the like. I think the Mongolia thing only bodes well for the final installment, we've seen how rich and varied the multitude of different cultural groups are in the series and how much texture and quality that adds to the books, and this obviously can only come from an author's knowledge and experiences. So Steve spending plenty of time out there and picking up a real feel for some more cultural stuff at the same time will just add another bit of something to the books.
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. Not to mention the fact it was bloody amazing. And I have two signed copies, one being the tour copy, mwahahahaha!!!*possessive*
Can't wait for DoD, and hopefully some promotional book signings and the like. I think the Mongolia thing only bodes well for the final installment, we've seen how rich and varied the multitude of different cultural groups are in the series and how much texture and quality that adds to the books, and this obviously can only come from an author's knowledge and experiences. So Steve spending plenty of time out there and picking up a real feel for some more cultural stuff at the same time will just add another bit of something to the books.
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Posted 12 July 2009 - 08:09 PM
I hope your vacation is everything you hope for and more, Mr. Erikson. I have already pre-ordered Dust of Dreams and await it with delight.
I know you will write whatever you envision, and I have heard it said in these forums that these characters will not be seen again the Book Of The Fallen, but I would love to see Bauchelain and Korbal Broach (and 'Mancy, of course) at least make an appearance in the final book.
Yes, I know there are more novellas planned. Its to tide us over until then
I know you will write whatever you envision, and I have heard it said in these forums that these characters will not be seen again the Book Of The Fallen, but I would love to see Bauchelain and Korbal Broach (and 'Mancy, of course) at least make an appearance in the final book.
Yes, I know there are more novellas planned. Its to tide us over until then
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Posted 24 July 2009 - 05:09 PM
bwgan, on Jul 10 2009, 11:34 PM, said:
Wow, and well just wow. Thanks for the email Mr SE sir! (Respectful is my middle name.)
Have a fantastic time, sounds...um...great...alll that dust, ...and dirt and...well have a great time. But please...take care of yourself, don't fall in any holes or off any mules.
Have a fantastic time, sounds...um...great...alll that dust, ...and dirt and...well have a great time. But please...take care of yourself, don't fall in any holes or off any mules.
And if he finds any magic mule, he shouldn't feed it!
_ In the dark I play the night, like a tune vividly fright_
So light it blows, at lark it goes _
invisible indifferent sight_
So light it blows, at lark it goes _
invisible indifferent sight_
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Posted 24 July 2009 - 09:08 PM
"Mule
To see a mule in your dream, represents your stubbornness and unyielding personality. You are overbearing, rebellious and unwilling to cooperate with others. The mule also symbolize menial work. You may be feeling overburdened or stressed. If the mule is dead, then it denotes that your party hearty attitude will lead to unrestrained immorality. It is also an indication of your long sufferings.
To dream that you are riding a mule, denotes that you are undertaking responsibilities that will give you a lot of anxiety.
To dream that you fall off or are thrown from a mule signifies disharmony in love which will lead to a separation.
To dream that you are kicked by a mule, suggests that you are involved in illicit activities, which will bring your much anxiety and fear that you will be caught."
from: http://www.dreammood...ctionary/m3.htm
To see a mule in your dream, represents your stubbornness and unyielding personality. You are overbearing, rebellious and unwilling to cooperate with others. The mule also symbolize menial work. You may be feeling overburdened or stressed. If the mule is dead, then it denotes that your party hearty attitude will lead to unrestrained immorality. It is also an indication of your long sufferings.
To dream that you are riding a mule, denotes that you are undertaking responsibilities that will give you a lot of anxiety.
To dream that you fall off or are thrown from a mule signifies disharmony in love which will lead to a separation.
To dream that you are kicked by a mule, suggests that you are involved in illicit activities, which will bring your much anxiety and fear that you will be caught."
from: http://www.dreammood...ctionary/m3.htm
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Posted 12 August 2009 - 11:54 AM
I look more forward to mail from steve than a visit from my gf. Malazantitis I presume. Have a great trip and enjoy yourself, hopefully you will find inspiration in the barren lands of Mongolia
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I would like to know if Steve have ever tasted anything like the quorl white milk, that knocked the bb's out.
A: Nope, but I gots me a good imagination.
A: Nope, but I gots me a good imagination.
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Posted 12 August 2009 - 12:03 PM
Unfortunately things didn't work out too well - a nasty intestinal problem followed by a poisonous insect bite has forced our favourite author to return to the bosom of his family 
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Posted 12 August 2009 - 12:37 PM
Intestinal problem?! Sounds like he's got a case of the D'reks!
Get well soon Steve! Fire is the answer to all intestinal problems!
Get well soon Steve! Fire is the answer to all intestinal problems!
worrywort, on 14 September 2012 - 08:07 PM, said:
I kinda love it when D'rek unleashes her nerd wrath, as I knew she would here. Sorry innocent bystanders, but someone's gotta be the kindling.
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Posted 12 August 2009 - 01:17 PM
Hetan, on Aug 12 2009, 02:03 PM, said:
Unfortunately things didn't work out too well - a nasty intestinal problem followed by a poisonous insect bite has forced our favourite author to return to the bosom of his family
Oh well. The saddest news.
He couldn't even have his "vacation" properly. It was a good plan.
One wonders if it was the lady's pull or the lord's push.
This post has been edited by Abalieno: 12 August 2009 - 01:29 PM
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Feed then or perish. Life is but a search for gardens and gentle refuge, and here I sit waging the sweetest war, for I shall not die while a single tale remains to be told. Even the gods must wait spellbound.
Crack'd Pot Trail
