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Tag Archive: humour
Apr
3
UKSFBN Quick Links Listing for 03.04.08
Posted in: Press Room on 3rd April 2008 by UKSFBN admin
Another hefty round-up of links to articles of interest elsewhere on T'Internet.
Mar
25
Out Now: ‘Illuminations - the Flash Fiction Anthology’ [Odd Two Out]
Posted in: Press Room on 25th March 2008 by UKSFBN admin
From a press release posted on Paul Raven's Velcro City Tourist Board:
"Illuminations is a new anthology from small press Odd Two Out Publishing that showcases original, cutting edge short fiction from eight up-and-coming young British writers.
Mar
24
UKSFBN Quick Links Listing for 24.03.08
Posted in: Press Room on 24th March 2008 by UKSFBN admin
Another bumper round-up of links of interest we've found elsewhere online.
Mar
22
Titan Books acquires licence to publish British Comics Classics from Egmont
Posted in: Press Room on 22nd March 2008 by UKSFBN admin
From a Titan Books press release:
"In an extensive deal for worldwide book publishing rights, Titan Books has acquired a licence to publish an exciting range of classic comic strip collections from Egmont UK Ltd, in what promises to be the beginning of a winning range of title series, revelling in nostalgia.
Mar
21
Out Now: ‘Tank Girl: Armadillo and a Bushel of Other Stories’ [Titan, UK]
Posted in: Press Room on 21st March 2008 by UKSFBN admin
From a Titan Books press release:
"For Tank Girl's 20th Anniversary, co-creator Alan Martin has decided to give her something very special... her very first novel!
Mar
17
Genre Fandom called on to ‘Match it for Pratchett’
Posted in: Press Room on 17th March 2008 by UKSFBN admin
Detail: Last December, legendary fantasist and satirist Terry Pratchett announced that he had been diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's disease. Earlier this month, Terry revealed that he had donated around £500,000 to the Alzheimer's Research Trust to fund research into the disease.
As widely reported elsewhere, sci-fi Fandom has now been called on to 'Match it for Pratchett' and raise another £500,000 for Alzheimer's Research charities. Author Pat Cadigan has started a Facebook Group to help spread the word, there's a website - www.matchitforpratchett.org - has been set up to help coordinate donations, and the producers of the Sky One adaptation of The Colour of Magic are auctioning a replica of The Luggage on eBay for the charity as well.
More info: Alzheimer's Research Trust
Source: Various, as per links
Mar
12
‘How Manga Took Over the World’ exhibition opening in Manchester
Posted in: What's On on 12th March 2008 by UKSFBN admin
"The exhibition will explore the art of Manga in its many guises, tracing the journey from its early origins to its many modern day manifestations. The exhibition will be brought to life by live demonstrations from graphic designers and graffiti and makeup artists, as well as the opportunity to role-play your favourite Manga character."
More info: www.urbis.org.uk
Source: Heads up via Joe Gordon, Forbidden Planet Blog
Mar
2
UKSFBN Quick Links Listing for 02.03.08
Posted in: Press Room on 2nd March 2008 by UKSFBN admin
A bumper round-up of links to items of potential interest elsewhere on the WWW...
Feb
22
Introducing ‘Baby Boomers’, from UK indie publisher Orang Utan Comics
Posted in: Press Room on 22nd February 2008 by UKSFBN admin
UK independent publisher Orang Utan Comics have announced the launch of a new comics title - Baby Boomers - which they are describing as "Calvin and Hobbes meets Spy vs Spy". Orang Utan's Managing Editor & Co-Founder Ian Sharman says: "Baby Boomers is a heartwarming tale of two adorable infants and their ongoing desire to cause each other as much physical pain as possible.
"Join writer Richard McAuliffe and artist Chad Cicconi as they do their part to convince the next generation of comic readers that perhaps having children might not be the best option to take; while at the same time reassuring those who have already spawned that things really could be much worse."
Feb
16
Books Received February 1st - 16th 2008
Posted in: Books Received on 16th February 2008 by UKSFBN admin
Our latest round-up of the books that have been sent in to UKSFBN in the past couple of weeks. As always, many thanks indeed to the publishers concerned for bringing these titles to our attention.
Click on any of the book covers for ordering information from either Amazon.co.uk or the book's publisher.
Feb
13
Guy Adams on ‘Deadbeat: Makes You Stronger’ and ‘Deadbeat: Dogs of Waugh’
Posted in: UKSFBN Talks To on 13th February 2008 by Sandy Auden
As we mentioned yesterday, UK independent publisher Humdrumming are currently in the last couple of days of their website-relaunch sale. Two of the titles on offer are Guy Adams' zombie series Deadbeat, books one (Makes You Stronger) and two (The Dogs of Waugh).
Deadbeat: Makes You Stronger introduces freshly dead (and re-animated) zombie Max, a regular in the Deadbeat nightclub and a man with a sense of curiosity that can get him killed (again). Enlisting the help of his dead nightclub friends he sets off to discover why you would be taking a full coffin away from a graveyard and, more importantly, why is the occupant still breathing?
Feb
7
UKSFBN Quick Links Listing for 07.02.08
Posted in: Press Room on 7th February 2008 by UKSFBN admin
More links of genre-fiction related interest scoured from the Internet for your convenience and reading pleasure...
Feb
6
Books Received January 1st - 31st 2008
Posted in: Books Received on 6th February 2008 by UKSFBN admin
Another round-up of the books that have been sent in to UKSFBN in the past few weeks. As always, many thanks indeed to the publishers concerned for bringing these titles to our attention.
Click on any of the book covers for ordering information from either Amazon.co.uk or the book's publisher.
Feb
2
Robert Rankin, David Warner, Rupert Degas signing, FP London, Feb 13th [++]
Posted in: What's On on 2nd February 2008 by UKSFBN admin
FP says: "Robert Rankin is one of the country's most renowned humorous fantasy writers. He has written 29 novels and is an unrepentant Luddite who writes his bestselling novels by hand in exercise books. David Warner is an accomplished stage and screen actor. He has appeared in The Omen, Tron, Time Bandits, Star Trek, Titanic and Tim Burton's Planet of The Apes. Rupert Degas is an actor who has lent his voice to animated films, TV shows, radio productions and also audio books."
[+] Edit, 04.02.08 - FP have been in touch to let us know that Andy Serkis (Lord of the Rings, King Kong) and Jason Isaacs (Lucius Malfoy from the Harry Potter movies) will also be appearing at the signing.
[++] Edit, 08.02.08 - FP have now added Sarah Douglas, who played the villainess Ursa in Superman The Movie and Superman II, to the line-up as well.
More info: www.forbiddenplanet.com
Source: Forbidden Planet press release
Jan
31
Out Now: Titan’s ‘Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street’
Posted in: Press Room on 31st January 2008 by UKSFBN admin
From a Titan Books press release: "With an irresistible blend of humour and horror, Oscar-winning director Tim Burton brings Stephen Sondheim's award-winning musical thriller to big screen with Johnny Depp as the eponymous Demon Barber of Fleet Street, in the DreamWorks Pictures and Warner Bros. Pictures release, Sweeney Todd.
Written by Mark Salisbury, the only journalist on the movie's set, Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street, published by Titan on January 25th, has been compiled in close collaboration with Tim Burton and his production team, promising a truly exclusive look behind the scenes.
Jan
30
Steve Westcott signing mini-tour, UK, February 8th - 17th
Posted in: What's On on 30th January 2008 by UKSFBN admin
Steve Westcott has been in touch to let us know that he's venturing forth from his Isle of Man lair in February to embark on a book signing tour.
He'll be promoting the re-issued edition of his debut comic fantasy novel Reluctant Heroes, as well as the upcoming March release of book two in the Black Dragon trilogy, Cronan the Librarian, from Frontlist Books.
Jan
3
Elastic Press announces 2008 publication schedule
Posted in: Press Room on 3rd January 2008 by UKSFBN admin
Back before the seasonal break, Andrew Hook of award-winning UK independent publisher Elastic Press sent round details of his planned publication schedule for 2008.
So - with apologies for the late posting and no further ado - take it away, Andrew: "Andrew Humphrey's Other Voices will be published on February 1st. Five years ago we published Andrew's Open The Box [Amazon] to great acclaim, and this second collection will feature thirteen new stories with an introduction by Eric Brown and cover art by Nicola L Robinson.
Dec
31
Books Received December 1st - 31st 2007
Posted in: Books Received on 31st December 2007 by UKSFBN admin
Another round-up of the books that have been sent in to UKSFBN in the past few weeks. As always, many thanks indeed to the publishers concerned for bringing these titles to our attention.
Click on any of the book covers for ordering information from either Amazon.co.uk or the book's publisher.
Nov
30
Books Received November 11th - 30th 2007
Posted in: Books Received on 30th November 2007 by UKSFBN admin
Another round-up of the books that have been sent in to UKSFBN in the past few weeks. As always, many thanks indeed to the publishers concerned for bringing these titles to our attention.
Click on any of the book covers for ordering information from either Amazon.co.uk or the book's publisher.
Oct
16
Two more Steve Aylett stand-up gigs, Oct 21st, Dec 2nd
Posted in: What's On on 16th October 2007 by UKSFBN admin
Both evenings will start at around 7.30 p.m. and will feature appearances by the hellish Lord Pin from LINT. Books / comics will also be available for sale at the gigs.
More info: www.steveaylett.com
Source: Steve Aylett
Oct
14
Books Received August 28th - October 14th 2007
Posted in: Books Received on 14th October 2007 by UKSFBN admin
Another round-up of the books that have been sent to UKSFBN towers in the past few weeks. As always, many thanks indeed to the publishers concerned for bringing these titles to our attention.
Sep
30
Paul Magrs on comedy horrors ‘Never The Bride’ and ‘Something Borrowed’
Posted in: UKSFBN Talks To on 30th September 2007 by Sandy Auden
Author Paul Magrs - who also writes Doctor Who tie-in novels - has created an entertaining new comedy-horror series in Never The Bride [Amazon] and its sequel Something Borrowed [Amazon].
Bed and Breakfast lady Brenda and her best friend Effie dodder around Whitby like blue-rinse Buffies, investigating unusual happenings and being irreverent to the occasional horror icon. But neither Brenda or Effie are quite what they seem; which is fine, because no one else in Whitby is quite what they seem either.
Sep
18
Steve Aylett stand-up, London, September 30th
Posted in: UKSFBN Talks To, What's On on 18th September 2007 by UKSFBN admin
Steve says: "Simon Munnery (League Against Tedium) headlines, plus Terry Saunders and tbc. From around 7.30pm. Featuring the hellish Lord Pin."
More info: www.steveaylett.com
Source: Steve Aylett
Sep
6
Free Tim Lebbon short story available from Horror Literature Quarterly
Posted in: UKSFBN Talks To on 6th September 2007 by UKSFBN admin
In the blog post announcing the news, Tim says of the story: "It's one I'm very proud of indeed ... one of the best I've written for a while."
More Info: www.timlebbon.net / Horror Fiction Quarterly
Source: Tim Lebbon
Sep
5
Steve Wescott signs two-book deal with Frontlist Books
Posted in: UKSFBN Talks To on 5th September 2007 by UKSFBN admin
"A re-published edition of Reluctant Heroes, suitably re-edited and with a new cover, comes out 1st October this year, with the second in the Black Dragon Trilogy, Cronan the Librarian, due out in March of next year. I am in the process of writing the third and final installment which should be due out March '09, as John has taken the option on publication."
More info: www.softeditions.co.uk / www.stevewestcott.com
Source: Steve Westcott
Aug
19
Books Received July 21st - August 16th 2007
Posted in: Books Received on 19th August 2007 by UKSFBN admin
Following a titanic effort today, we've now caught up with all the books and 'zines that have been received here at the UKSFBN offices up to the end of Thursday August 16th. Another batch will follow shortly, but in the meantime, do check out the following to see what's new and interesting.
Aug
9
Books Received June 15th - July 20th 2007
Posted in: Books Received on 9th August 2007 by UKSFBN admin
Unfortunately, we've fallen a bit behind just recently with listing the books that we've received here at UKSFBN. Sincere apologies to all concerned for that, and please rest assured that a concerted effort is being made to catch up.
Here, then, is the first installment: books that came in between June 15th and July 20th this year. Do check through, just in case you missed a gem or two...
Aug
9
Terry Pratchett signing, Forbidden Planet London, October 13th
Posted in: What's On on 9th August 2007 by UKSFBN admin
FP says: "Terry Pratchett is quite possibly the most famous fantasy writer in the UK. His new book, Making Money, tells the story of former con man Moist von Lipwig who is now in charge of Ankh-Morpork’s Royal Mint. While doing this job he comes across a vampire, something nameless in the cellar, a 300-year-old wizard and The Assassin’s Guild who are trying to kill him! All Moist wants to do is spend his life making money, but things keep getting in the way."
More Info: www.forbiddenplanet.com
Source: Forbidden Planet press release
Aug
7
Derek Lawrence signings: Evesham Aug 23rd, Pershore Aug 27th
Posted in: What's On on 7th August 2007 by UKSFBN admin
- Evesham Book Centre on Thursday 23rd August at 2.00 p.m. [Google]
- Arcade Bookshop, Pershore on Monday 27th August at 11.00 a.m. [Google]
More info: Soft Editions
Source: John Barrratt, Soft Editions
Jul
18
Robert Rankin signing, FP London, August 4th
Posted in: Press Room on 18th July 2007 by UKSFBN admin
From a Forbidden Planet press release: "Forbidden Planet is pleased to announce a signing by Robert Rankin to launch his new book, The Da Da De Da Da Code [Amazon]. He will be at the Forbidden Planet Megastore, 179 Shaftesbury Avenue, London, WC2H 8JR, on Saturday 4th October, from 1.00 to 2.00 p.m.
Jun
27
Jasper Fforde signing, FP London, July 12th
Posted in: What's On on 27th June 2007 by UKSFBN admin
From the Forbidden Planet press release: "Forbidden Planet is delighted to announce a signing by Jasper Fforde to launch his new novel First Among Sequels [Amazon]." He will be appearing at the Forbidden Planet Megastore, Shaftesbury Avenue, London, on Monday July 9th from 1.00 to 2.00 p.m.
May
24
Jasper Fforde signing, Foyles, London, July 9th
Posted in: What's On on 24th May 2007 by UKSFBN admin
An early alert for a July event, but one that's bound to be popular and will probably book up sharpish: Foyles bookstore in London is hosting an Exclusive London reading and signing event with British humourist Jasper Fforde, on Monday 9th July at 6.30 p.m. to promote the author's new novel, First Among Sequels [Amazon].
May
1
PS Publishing unveils 2007 Postscripts line-ups
Posted in: Press Room on 1st May 2007 by UKSFBN admin
Peter Crowther of PS Publishing has unveiled the line-ups for three more issues of PS's IGH Award-winning Postscripts magazine - edited by Peter Crowther and Nick Gevers - which are scheduled to be published over the course of 2007 and into early 2008.
Apr
19
Terry Pratchett & Vadim Jeam, FP London, April 23rd
Posted in: What's On on 19th April 2007 by UKSFBN admin
Apologies for the short notice, but we only just found out about this particular event: "Forbidden Planet is pleased to announce a signing by Terry Pratchett and Vadim Jean to promote the release of Hogfather on DVD. They will be at the Forbidden Planet Megastore, 179 Shaftesbury Avenue, London, on Monday April 23rd from 6.00 to 7.00 p.m.
Mar
29
Books Received Feb 26th - Mar 29th 2007
Posted in: Books Received on 29th March 2007 by UKSFBN admin
About time we posted another batch of books received... We've seen new titles in the past month from from Michael Marshall, Joe Hill, Tad Williams, Ken MacLeod, John Meaney, Karen Miller, Toby Litt and Celia Friedman, among many others.
As always, many thanks to the publishers concerned for bringing these titles to our attention.
Feb
25
Books Received Feb 12th - 25th 2007
Posted in: Books Received on 25th February 2007 by UKSFBN admin
A busy fortnight's worth of arrivals at the UKSFBN offices, with new titles from the likes of Iain Banks, Ian MacDonald, Justina Robson, Tom Holt and Lilith Saintcrow, plus re-issues or new paperback editions from Charles Stross, Terry Brooks, David Farland, Koji Suzuki, Larry Niven & Jerry Pournelle, Chris Bunch, Trudi Canavan, Tanya Huff, Robert Holdstock, Henry Kuttner and many more.
As always, many thanks to the publishers concerned for bringing these titles to our attention.
Jan
16
Books Received Dec 3rd 2006 - Jan 16th 2007
Posted in: Books Received on 16th January 2007 by UKSFBN admin
UK SF Book News has received the following books during December last year and the first half or so of January, including new titles from Joe Abercrombie, Jonathan Barnes, Hal Duncan, Stephen Hunt, Stephen Baxter, Naomi Novik, and more, as well as a selection of top-notch novellas from PS Publishing. As always, many thanks to the publishers concerned for bringing these titles to our attention.
Our first quick selection of shorter news items for 2007:
One last quick selection of shorter news items before we take our Xmas break:
Another quick selection of shorter news items, with links out to sources of further information.
Dec
3
Books Received Nov 18th - Dec 2nd 2006
Posted in: Books Received on 3rd December 2006 by UKSFBN admin
UK SF Book News has received the following books towards the end of November 2006, including new titles from Mary Gentle, K.J. Parker and David Langford; paperback editions from Adam Roberts and Justina Robson; plus reissues from Dan Simmons, Joe Haldeman and Elizabeth Moon. As always, many thanks to the publishers concerned for bringing these titles to our attention.
Another quick selection of links to interesting, quirky and / or amusing stuff we've found, or have been sent; not necessarily news, but hopefully entertaining and informative enough in their own way...
Nov
30
Newsbites round-up Nov 30th 2006
Posted in: UKSFBN Talks To, What's On on 30th November 2006 by UKSFBN admin
Our latest selection of shorter news items, with the usual links out to sources of further information.
Nov
17
Books Received, Oct 16th - Nov 17th 2006
Posted in: Books Received on 17th November 2006 by UKSFBN admin
UK SF Book News has received the following books during the second half of October and first half (ish) of November 2006 (once again, many thanks to the publishers concerned for bringing these titles to our attention). Do check out the list, just in case there's anything there that might have slipped under your radar.
Nov
14
Quicklinks round-up Nov 14th 2006
Posted in: Press Room on 14th November 2006 by UKSFBN admin
A quick selection of links to interesting, quirky and / or amusing stuff we've found, or have been sent; not necessarily news, but hopefully entertaining and informative enough in their own way...
Nov
12
The Winter Memorabilia show at the NEC is growing
Posted in: What's On on 12th November 2006 by Sandy Auden
Yup, between November 25 and 26 2006, it's Memorabilia time at the NEC again and this great event is expanding even more to cater for the widest range of genre fans so far - with actors and actresses from Doctor Who, Babylon 5, Red Dwarf, Hellraiser, James Bond, The Saint, and Kill Bill; plus Gerry Anderson and huge areas dedicated to comics and animation.
Another selection of shorter news items, with the usual links out to sources of further information.
Oct
20
First Newcon Press antho set for November release
Posted in: What's On on 20th October 2006 by UKSFBN admin
Ian Whates, of Newcon Press, has been in touch to let us know about a new anthology that they're releasing in November, entitled Time Pieces.
Oct
15
Books Received, Oct 1st - Oct 15th 2006
Posted in: Books Received on 15th October 2006 by UKSFBN admin
Oct
11
Martin Millar talks New York’s Good Fairies and Thraxas
Posted in: UKSFBN Talks To on 11th October 2006 by UKSFBN admin
Glaswegian author Martin Millar has dropped us a line to let us know that a reprint edition of his 1990 comic fantasy novel The Good Fairies of New York [Amazon] has just been reprinted by Soft Skull Press in the US, with a brand new introduction by none other than Neil Gaiman.