Star Wars with occasional sarcasm
Stars in Science Fiction collects star locations and starmaps from several different fictional galaxies, including those of Star Trek, Babylon 5, Dune, Heinlein, Asimov and more.
Also found a map of Tatooine at Strange Maps. Looks fairly vintage, but it’s the same one linked at Wookieepedia so I assume it’s still considered (somewhat) up-to-date.
Yes, it’s a Spiderman Star Wars parody. And it is indeed for real. Well, far as I can tell.
You-Know-Who’s latest project is Last Days of Krypton, “an epic novel about the demise of Superman’s home planet.” Our condolences to the many Super-fans who will feel obligated to read the book when it comes out next fall.
In (sorta) related news, David Farland, aka Dave Wolverton (Courtship of Princess Leia) is out and about on a book tour.
2006’s Forbes Fictional 15. Fannish members include Bruce Wayne, Willy Wonka (Candy and aerospace – Hah!) and Lucius Malfoy. Don’t miss the biographies!
Entertainment Weekly got hold of Joss Whedon to offer a preview of the Buffy ‘season 8’ comic.
Familiar with Chick Tracts and/or the Marvel Universe? Then you’ll love this mashup! (via Fandom Lounge)
Science fiction publisher Baen provides free books to the disabled in recognition of Veterans Day. Others can purchase a ‘WebScription,’ which includes an early look at new books. Baen also offers free library on their site, including books by Aaron Allston, Mercedes Lackey and David Weber that can be downloaded in various formats.
Wil Wheaton on the five books every geek should read. I’m only one for five here*, but to each their own. (via SF Signal)
* I think The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy is kind of overrated. Don’t stone me.