Interview: Rich Douek on GUTTER MAGIC
We speak with writer Rich Douek about Gutter Magic – a four-issue miniseries that intriguingly mixes urban fantasy realism, steampunk, and science fiction.
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CONTEST: Win a CHILDHOOD’S END Prize Pack!
Win a Childhood's End prize pack courtesy of Showcase and Dork Shelf!
The Roundup Episode #3 – Puppets are Great!
This week on The Roundup, Elena and Meg discuss topics including TV spoiler etiquette, Simon Pegg's recent criticism of science fiction and genre films, Kim Kardashian, and reboots.
Orphan Black Episode 2.8 Recap
Hello readers, and welcome to Dork Shelf’s recap of Orphan Black season 2, episode 8, “Variable and Full of Perturbation." Something strange happened this episode, and that strange thing was that this episode was kind of... bland and boring?
Orphan Black Episode 2.7 Recap
This week on Orphan Black, countless secrets were revealed to each of the characters, with some hilarious and devastating consequences.
Orphan Black Episode 2.6 Recap
What happened this episode of Orphan Black? Well, for one we’re finally getting somewhere with our clone mystery, and by “somewhere” I mean we’re at the equivalent of that one pit stop with the big ball of twine—nowhere near the destination, but delightful nonetheless.
Orphan Black Episode 2.5 Recap
Hidey-ho readeroonies! I hope you enjoyed Orphan Black’s season 2, episode 5, “Ipsa Scientia Potestas Est” (translation: “knowledge itself is power”), because otherwise this recap wherein I gush over the skillful storytelling is going to be weird. Don’t make it weird.
Orphan Black Episode 2.4 Recap
On the last episode of Orphan Black, everyone made terrible, terrible life choices.
Orphan Black Episode 2.3 Recap
“Mingling Its Own Nature with It” featured very few lighthearted moments. Shit’s getting real folks. Where season one introduced us to the women, season two is delving deeper into the worsening psychological effects of realizing you’re a clone.
Orphan Black Episode 2.2 Recap
This episode Orphan Black gave us more insight into the science-obsessed new sect of Proletheans that have captured Helena. While Alison deals with the aftermath of Aynsley's death, Cosima falls deeper down the Dyad Institute rabbit hole, and Sarah enlists Art's help to find Kira, but is shocked as to where the trail leads. Shenanigans ensue.
Orphan Black Episode 2.1 Recap
The season two premiere of Orphan Black picks up seconds after Sarah discovered her house had been ransacked and her daughter Kira and Mrs. S. had gone missing. We find our main girl running for dear life in the rain, trying desperately to evade an enemy that at the moment could be the police, the Neolutionists, or the Proletheans.
Orphan Black: Season 1 Refresher
Being a fan of Orphan Black is difficult. On top of trying to convert all of your friends to this amazing TV show, you also have the added burden of trying to keep up with all of the insanity the show throws at you. So before our first recap on April 19th, let's take a look at what we've learned about our Tatiana Maslanys last season!
Phoenix Review
Though written with ages 9 -12 in mind, UK author S.F. Said's new graphic novel Phoenix has been one of my best reading experiences this year. A science fiction story with amazing and real characters, dramatic action, a fascinating mythology and incredible artwork by Dave McKean, I can't recommend this enough to any readers either with children of said age in their life, or for themselves.
Interview: Phoenix Author SF Said
Author SF Said talks about writing for young people, the wonders of stars, Pixar, Rio Bravo and space adventures in his new book Phoenix.
Orphan Black
Episode 1.1 Review
Orphan Black is a slick, sexy new sci-fi thriller premiering this Saturday on the Space network. The pilot episode is engaging, tense, and deftly paced, electing to merely hint at the series’ genetic bio-conspiracy underpinnings in favour of establishing character and atmosphere.
