fandom

I've always been a fan of the Merriam-Webster Ask the Editor series. But last night I discovered they're available on You Tube ( or together on the M-W site)! Now it's easy to re-watch one when I've forgotten the details or forgotten the rule.

What I didn't realize is that there is a fandom out there. I should have realized this, it's a corollary of Rule 34. What surprised me most is the percentage of comments that weren't about the language or lesson and where about the relative desirability of M-W associate editors. It seems Kory Stamper can't post without getting a marriage proposal. I guess I'm not the only one with a thing for smart women and asymmetrical mouths.

reading (Asimov's February)

I read most of this month's Asimov's on the plane down to Florida. The standout for me this month was Robert Reed's "Murder Born". It's a good mix of creepy, mystery, science fiction, and psychology.

50. Asimov's "February 2012"

reading (The Slippery Slope)

I finished "The Slippery Slope" last night. There were significant developments in the series with this book. I won't give them away, but I was surprised how much changed. The morals continue to become more complex with this installment. I've gotten to the point where I want to read all the remaining books so I can find out what happens, but then again maybe I don't want to find out what happens because, afterall, this is A Series of Unfortunate Events and I've grown attached to the characters.

51. Lemony Snicket "The Slippery Slope"