Come to Frugal Media at 5400 N. Lamar on this Friday from 4 pm to 8 pm to hear Austin science fiction writers read from selected works. This event is sponsored by local zine Space Squid, “giving back” to the community. I understand there will be beer. And cupcakes. Or something. Also, books. Mmmmm. Books.
I didn’t want to say anything because I didn’t want to be a grammar Nazi, but it’s happening more and more now so I think you should know. Because you want to do right, right? You want to use words correctly, even precisely, because that’s just how you roll. So. Take a deep breath. It’s free rein. Not free reign. The phrase comes from the equestrian arts. It refers to riding a horse with a Read more…
I went to see a former coworker, Lee Simmons, play tonight at the Parish on 6th Street. The event was his band’s record release party, and it was held in conjunction with an organization called LinkAustin, which connects artists, filmmakers, and musicians for networking. There was an inspirational speaker beforehand to implore the crowd to learn how to sell their art, and not be afraid that they are selling out. I figured a writer could learn a Read more…