Category Archives: News

The Importance of Take-aways

Posted on January 22, 2010 by Venicedude

Every time I go to a Las Vegas Writer’s Group meeting I take away at least one good idea. Last night was no different. Although the meeting was challenged by the fact that the guest speaker, Chris Epting, was unable … Continue reading →

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Barack’s Facebook plea regarding health care

Posted on November 5, 2009 by Venicedude

This is what I had to say in response to “Barack Obama” in regards to his recent Facebook plea to contact my local representative regarding the upcoming “health care” vote. WARNING: this might seem like a bitter pill (on multiple … Continue reading →

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What has happened to the “great American novel”?

Posted on August 3, 2009 by Venicedude

The subject of “the great American novel” came up in a recent Facebook discussion group and I had some thoughts on the subject. Perhaps the pursuit of “the great American novel” has been tarnished over the years. Perhaps the goal … Continue reading →

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FINALLY!

Posted on June 11, 2009 by Venicedude

After years of struggling to deal with the poisonous tobacco industry, positive legislation is presented and on the same day it’s detractors manage to embody the deficiencies of their ideology in just a few words: “Opponents, led by Republican Sen. … Continue reading →

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My Prius Just Turned 30

Posted on June 3, 2009 by Venicedude

Happy anniversary to my Toyota Prius. It just turned 30. Thirty thousand miles that is. And it had it’s first hiccup. Here’s the story.

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Redesign time!

Posted on April 22, 2009 by Venicedude

The one year anniversary of venicedude.com means it’s time to redesign the website to keep it fresh and hopefully (more) interesting. Any suggestions? Thanks,

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Good to Hear!

Posted on February 9, 2009 by Venicedude

Good to finally hear an intelligent person speaking at a Presidential press conference today without a bunch of ignorant imperialistic jingo and oil buddy cronyism! Maybe there’s hope for us afterall?

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Too Much Comedic Opportunity?

Posted on January 29, 2009 by Venicedude

There is so much material to spoof here! We’ve all seen the ads and no doubt had different (need I say wildly varying) takes on them. But c’mon! Who has a video camera and wants to get busy for $25k? … Continue reading →

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On Being a Fan of a Character or Story!

Posted on January 20, 2009 by Venicedude

A most interesting query was posted on a suspense/thriller writers group I’m part of:  would you consider writing a sequel on someone else’s work? I respond in the affirmative and thus: My simple answer is: yes.  But with some of … Continue reading →

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This Month in Space

Posted on December 28, 2008 by Venicedude

There is a character in “For Rent: Dangerous Paradise” – the mystery novel I’m currently trying to wrap up – named Jared Doffelsberger.  Among other things, he is an amateur astronomer.  This link: Worlds of Wonder is the kind of … Continue reading →

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