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
A Better Firefox
I sat down at my computer today and realized, lo and behold, my web browser seemed light years beyond the default Mozilla Firefox configuration without being noticeably slower. As such, I made a cleaned (no personal stuff) version and you … Continue reading
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Another reply to an unsigned e-mail
Another blog reply because a message didn’t have a valid reply e-mail. Would anyone who doesn’t want to give out their e-mail when contacting me please consider SpamGourmet or DodgeIt? It’s kind of unfair to the other blog readers when … Continue reading
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Fanfiction – “The Things We Wish For”
Title: The Things We Wish For URL: (Fanfiction.net) (Hosted by AngCobra) (Chapters 1-12 at Florestica) Author: D.B. Sommer Source: Ranma 1/2 Rating: 6/6 Type: Continuation, Semi-AU Length: 15 Chapters, 2 Interludes, Epilogue I started reading this expecting quality, and I … Continue reading
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Well, today I woke up to find a site feedback e-mail which was slightly insulting but made some valid points. As such, here’s a little something explaining why my site is the way it is. For those of you who … Continue reading
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Manga Review/Rant – “Your And My Secret”
As you may have guessed, I’ve always loved gender-bending comedy. Though it’s less likely, someone may also have guessed that I enjoy it, not only for the wild and wacky humor, but because I love seeing how the characters react … Continue reading
Posted in Manga, Otaku Stuff, Reviews, Web Wandering & Opinion
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Fanfics I don’t have time to review
As I mentioned earlier, I tend to read a lot more fanfiction than I review. As such, I’ve decided to make this post. (You should bookmark it because I will edit it) This is where I will post quick links … Continue reading
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Fanfiction – “Akane”
Title: Akane URL: Fanfiction.net Author: Kirinin Source: Ranma 1/2 Rating: 5.5/6 Type: Continuation, Dark but not the kind I mind Length: 14 Chapters (Complete) Hmm. Akane seems to have forgotten something (or someone) from the last year of her life. … Continue reading
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