About the Author
I'm Stephan, a Linux user with a passion for open-source, UI/UX design, and exploring what makes fiction work.
In my spare time, I focus on (and write about):
- Programming (mainly in Python and Rust)
- Retrocomputing (mostly DOS but, as of January 2023, I also own a machine running Mac OS 9.2)
- Reading and Reviewing Fiction
- The odd bit of UI/UX design or literary theory
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Category Archives: General
Fanfiction – Of Great Turmoil and Excess Stupidity
Of Great Turmoil and Excess Stupidity by Seaouryou Length: Oneshot Sources: Harry Potter, InuYasha Rating: 5/5 While none of the core plot elements in this are overly original, originality takes a back seat in parodies and this is definitely a … Continue reading
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Fanfiction – Harry Potter: The ‘Boy’ Who Lived
Story: Harry Potter: The ‘Boy’ Who Lived Rating 5/5 One thing I won’t hesitate to admit is that, when I start reading fanfiction for a new series, looking for gender-benders is one of my first goals. Unfortunately, as with anything … Continue reading
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Fanfiction – The Virus (and sidestories)
Story: The Virus by Space Pirate Hamster (zip-format pack including sidestories by other authors) Rating: 5/5 I can’t believe I forgot to review this. Anyway, “The Virus” by Space Pirate Hamster (and it’s many sidestories by others) is an addictive … Continue reading
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New Host
Having discovered that my old host STILL hasn’t fixed their DNS problems, I’ve moved this blog to NearlyFreeSpeech.NET. Let me know if you find any problems. However, keep in mind that the contact form is still on my old host … Continue reading
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Adbox
Yes, I have added an adbox to my blog. For those who are wondering, no, I haven’t become a hypocrite. I still don’t like big banner and skyscraper ads all over, but I don’t mind a few small buttons… especially … Continue reading
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How to get Timidity to work (more or less) as a software synth with OSS 4
Note: This is still fragile, so I can’t help you if it doesn’t work on your system. I finally got around to trying OSS 4 and I just can’t go back to ALSA. Not only is it less cantankerous, the … Continue reading
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CineMassacre’s Monster Madness
Monster Madness, Part 1 @ YouTube Yeah, I know most horror fans have probably already seen this, but whether or not you like Horror films, you should watch it. I’m not a Horror fan, but this provides a great way … Continue reading
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