So, I’ve been in a bit of a spiral lately. You know how it goes. You start off with “What happens if the economy tanks?” and four hours later, you’re elbow-deep in a John Michael Greer blog post about catabolic collapse and wondering if it’s time to start hoarding seeds.
Which Futurist Are You? Doom Prepper, Tech Worshipper, or Somewhere in the Murky Middle? Read More »
The Many-Headed Beast: Juggling Multiple Email Accounts
In a world where nearly everything we do—work, shopping, social media, hobbies, subscriptions—requires an email address, it’s no surprise that many of us are managing multiple inboxes.
Inbox Reboot – Part 6: Managing Multiple Email Addresses Read More »
I spotted this on X recently:
Happened to be in Target again and decided to check in on the ‘Fantasy’ section. Unlike last year, any male-centric fantasy is nowhere in sight.
It’s all Chick Lit and Booktok slop.
Modern publishing hates male readers.
“No Fantasy for Men?” — Or, How to Find the Books You’re Actually Looking For Read More »
Magic is the ultimate tool for bending reality to your will—until it bends back. If there’s one thing fantasy has taught us, it’s that no one (not even the most brilliant sorcerer) fully understands what magic is capable of. And when magic misfires, it doesn’t just fizzle out politely. No, it explodes across the landscape, rewrites reality, or (if you’re really unlucky) accidentally invites an ancient god to crash on your couch.
When Magic Goes Too Far: Spells That Got Way Out of Hand Read More »
So far, we’ve covered the fine art of deleting emails and working toward an empty inbox. Now, we get to the real magic of email management: filtering.
Inbox Reboot – Part 4: The Magic of Filtering Read More »
If you ever find yourself on the banks of the River Thames at low tide, keep your eyes on the mud. You might spot the usual debris of history—ceramic pipe stems, brass buttons, coins worn smooth by centuries. But if you’re lucky, you might find something far rarer: a deep red gemstone, glinting among the
Jewels of the River: The Lost Offerings of Old Britain Read More »
When we think about villains in fantasy literature, our minds often conjure the iconic figures who tower over their worlds, dripping with malice and menace. Sauron. Voldemort. The White Witch. These are the names that dominate the genre—the villains who are grand, larger than life, and indisputably evil. But what about the ones who aren’t?
The Banality of Evil in Fantasy Fiction: What Makes a Villain? Read More »
Every system has its core principles, and managing your email is no different. At the heart of email organization lies a deceptively simple rule: Delete or Filter.
Inbox Reboot – Part 3: Working the System Read More »
The Defynnog yews in Wales are a marvel—living relics that bridge history and myth. Some claim these venerable trees are over 5,000 years old, while others suggest they’ve “only” stood for 1,500 years. Regardless, they’ve witnessed an astonishing sweep of human history.
Ancient Trees and Timeless Tales: The Defynnog Yews of Wales Read More »
I recently cleaned my email list and received responses from readers saying they just didn’t notice my emails in the crush of the hundreds (sometimes thousands) they receive daily. That inspired me to start this new series: Inbox Reboot, a guide to managing your email effectively.
Managing email isn’t just for office admins anymore—it’s a survival skill for the modern world.
Inbox Reboot – Part 2: Keep It Clear Read More »