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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Author Archives: Stephan Sokolow
Fanfiction – Make A Wish
Make A Wish by Rorschach’s Blot Length: 50 Chapters, Complete (plus several sequels) Sources: Harry Potter (Concept from “The Man Who Knew Too Little”) Rating: 5/5 And now the Harry Potter fanfic which is a candidate for “most 3rd-party sequels”: … Continue reading
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TED Talks – Ken Robinson: Do Schools Kill Creativity?
TED Talks – Ken Robinson: Do Schools Kill Creativity? If you haven’t already, watch this video. He’s got a great sense of humor and an important point to make.
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Humor – Rawest Forest, Drop the Dodongo
For those of you who, in 4chan vernacular, need to “lurk moar”, here are a couple of flash music vids that I think you’ll like. Mario RPG: Rawest Forest Zelda CD-i Remix: Drop the Dodongo (Warning: Humorous use of profanity) … Continue reading
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Interesting Poetry – Rime of the Ancient Mariner
I love stories in the form of poetry and this one’s more special than most. Does this quote seem familiar to you? Water, water, every where, And all the boards did shrink ; Water, water, every where, Nor any drop … Continue reading
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Fanfiction – Birth of a Name
Birth of a Name by nonjon Length: Oneshot Sources: Harry Potter Rating: 5/5 In fanfiction, there are certain trends which you can count on. Of these, the most notable is probably the choice of focus. It’s rare to find stories … Continue reading
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Humor – Mythbusters: Porcum Iacio
Mythbusters: Porcum Iacio For those who weren’t already aware of this flash cartoon, here’s the story: In 2006, Discovery channel ran a contest for the best spoofs of their shows. This one didn’t win, but it’s definitely funny and the … Continue reading
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Fanfiction – The Wild Horse Thesis
The Wild Horse Thesis by Calamity-Queen of Cordite Length: 18 Chapters, Complete Sources: Ranma ½, Neon Genesis Evangelion Rating: 5/5 And now for the story which is without a doubt the best of the fun Neon Genesis Evangelion fics I’ve … Continue reading
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