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
Interesting Poetry – The Walrus and the Carpenter
The sun was shining on the sea, Shining with all his might: He did his very best to make The billows smooth and bright– And this was odd, because it was The middle of the night. — The Walrus And … Continue reading
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Fanfiction – A Surviving Mau
A Surviving Mau by Usagi-Hasano Length: 8 Chapters, Ongoing Sources: Ranma ½, Sailor Moon Rating: 5/5 An insanely cute six-year-old boy with cat ears and a tail fighting for justice. Sound like an anime? Well, not unless you can get … Continue reading
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Interesting Poetry – The Chimney-Sweeper, London
Today, being rather busy, I can’t provide much commentary. Instead, I’ll be providing two short poems from William Blake’s “Songs of Experience”, hoping to make up for that. Both are excerpts, so be sure to click the citation links for … Continue reading
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Fanfiction – A Friend In Deed
A Friend In Deed by FFML Tim Length: Oneshot Sources: Harry Potter Rating: 4/5 Well, there I was, sitting at my computer trying to think of what to review when I didn’t have time to re-read something else on my … Continue reading
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Interesting Poetry – The Blue and the Gray
Today’s poem is one that, ironically enough, I found excerpted in the loading screen for a Tribes 2 level. This is a long poem, so it is that excerpt that I will be sharing. As usual when I excerpt something, … Continue reading
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Fanfiction – Feel Like A Woman
Feel Like A Woman by Dragon Man 180 & Jedi Mistress 1990 Length: 11 Chapters, Ongoing Sources: Naruto Rating: 4.5/5 Ok, show of hands: How many people have read a fic that was so crazy it worked? Well, this story … Continue reading
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Interesting Poetry – The Wombat
I feel like some humor, so today’s poem is “The Wombat” by Ogden Nash. It’s just a short little thing, but I feel everybody should read it at least once… especially since a large portion of the population already has. … Continue reading
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