A heartfelt tribute to Cassini, and the men and women to devoted their lives to exploration
Author: Michael T. Kuester
Writer’s Desk
And hello again, dreamers. I know I normally post my Writer's Desk on Sunday evenings, but needless to say I found myself a mite distracted last night. All is good, the storm is past and my sister checked in safe, so it's back to work. And there's plenty to do this week. Wide Horizon My … Continue reading Writer’s Desk
Short Story Sunday
Hello, dreamers. Sorry this is so late. I've been somewhat preoccupied by news of Hurricane Irma, as my sister lives in Orlando. I have been assured, however, that she is safe, and now I wait and hope. Perhaps writing out my weekly posts will help take my mind off of things. After all, there is … Continue reading Short Story Sunday
Man Will Conquer Space Soon!
While the names of the authors in Collier's are well known today, there's one important name that's easily missed: Chesley Bonestell.
Writer’s Desk
It's been a while since I've done one of these, and I have to say, it feels good to be back. Between work and editing Wide Horizon, I've allowed my writing at large to languish. Now, as autumn approaches, it's time to get back to it, and I have plenty to do. Wide Horizon Obviously, my … Continue reading Writer’s Desk
Short Story Sunday
Hello, dreamers, and welcome to my latest attempt to resume my weekly posts. As my long-time readers know, generally I reserve Saturdays for work on short fiction pieces. However, from late August to early January each year, "Short Story Saturday" becomes "Short Story Saturday" as I spend my Saturdays immersed in college football. This does … Continue reading Short Story Sunday
Cardboard Dreams
In 1966, the world was an uncertain place. A thin veneer of fancy clothes and rock and roll covered a deep, roiling pot, ready to boil over. Racial tension divided us, the specter of nuclear armageddon scared us, the harsh realities of war in foreign jungles drove men to anger. There were signs and protests … Continue reading Cardboard Dreams
The Prime Directive
66 million years ago, dinosaurs ruled the Earth.
Editing: The Joy and Frustration
Views from the Cutting Room Floor
Writer’s Desk
Hello, dreamers. I've not been overly busy with writing of late, as I've been busy with my day job. With thinks calming down, however, I intend to throw myself back into my writing, and I have some exciting things coming. Wide Horizon Now there's a title that doesn't pop up much these days. Nearly a … Continue reading Writer’s Desk
Michael T. Kuester 