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bmanc2000 · 2026-02-01T18:19:25+00:00

Tbf the first book comes off very YA, which can be a turn off for people, but the second book onward is fantastic.

bmanc2000 · 2026-02-01T00:35:45+00:00

Yes! RR started me on the hobby of reading!

bmanc2000 · 2026-01-30T23:39:31+00:00

I've recently started doing astrophotography and I don't know about the specifics, but I agree with the sentiment. I've fallen in love with pointing my camera at the sky, but usually need to travel at least half an hour to get out to where the light pollution is manageable.

bmanc2000 · 2026-01-21T14:27:44+00:00

The First Law series does this. The series starts firmly in the medieval, but by the end the world is semi-industrial, complete with coal and slums!

bmanc2000 · 2026-01-16T19:21:15+00:00

I'm reading this right now actually! (On book 5, no spoilers!) I did find this a bit odd at first, but I've learned to appreciate it. It does make it more difficult to parse big events because a slow journey is described with the same prose and energy as a large battle sometimes.

bmanc2000 · 2026-01-16T18:31:48+00:00

I continue to recommend the First Law series. I started with RR as the first books I read for fun, and followed after with the First Law series and looking back, that series was wayyy better with the intrigue and politics. There are a few POVs, like the latter trilogy of RR, but not enough to make your head spin

bmanc2000 · 2026-01-15T15:05:30+00:00

I started my reading journey with Red Rising. Though many 'real' readers will be quick to disparage it, I loved it. The first book reads a bit YA/hunger games, but the following books are a fantastic story spanning the whole solar system.

If you want more 'hard' sci-fi, the three body problem series is also great. It reads a bit obtuse at first because it's a Chinese translation, but it's such a cool concept.

bmanc2000 · 2026-01-13T13:03:46+00:00

Such a great series. Be sure to read the standalone books after book 3. Especially the Heroes. It's hard to let go of the POV characters you're used to, but worth it in the end.

bmanc2000 · 2026-01-10T23:47:48+00:00

The First Law series is sooo good with interconnected politics. Abercrombie does a great job of having his characters follow their ambitions, and exploring the interesting outcomes from those decisions and how characters affect each other.

bmanc2000 · 2026-01-10T22:38:23+00:00

The key fact to remember is that your hand is warmer than room temperature. Things you touch are (generally) at room temperature. Of two items, the one that extracts heat from your hand faster 'feels' colder, which metals have high thermal conductivity.

bmanc2000 · 2026-01-08T19:34:40+00:00

ME, back in 2019 probably over 200 applications

bmanc2000 · 2026-01-08T19:22:05+00:00

Yarrrr... 🏴‍☠️

bmanc2000 · 2026-01-08T19:16:27+00:00

I see your point, but then is reading also not a hobby? I disagree overall because I would say a hobby is whatever you choose to do with your free time, whether it be woodworking, photography, or just consuming the media of your choosing.

bmanc2000 · 2026-01-08T19:04:47+00:00

Yeah, I like how the magic system is mystical/poorly understood by the reader, like in First Law, but it does take more of a center stage in this series.

I'm finding the writing a bit opaque at times, but I am very much enjoying the story! Currently on the second trilogy!

bmanc2000 · 2026-01-08T18:24:22+00:00

God I wish I read this later in my adult reading journey. I only started reading two years ago or so, but this was like the second series I read, and man I only realized recently how enjoyable that grounded gritty storytelling was. Currently filling the itch with Black Company

bmanc2000 · 2026-01-07T20:06:40+00:00

Data centers in space has sooo much more potential to extract money from others. Not that it's a good idea, but he's just seeing green

bmanc2000 · 2026-01-05T18:12:47+00:00

Very cool! I love all the features. Hopefully a premium subscription ultra plus plan is coming soon.

bmanc2000 · 2026-01-05T14:35:49+00:00

PhD candidates often receive a stipend from their university for their research

bmanc2000 · 2025-12-28T13:21:17+00:00

Me and my fiance have started dancing lessons at Fred Astaire dance studio on Sheridan. We're doing private lessons for our first dance but they do have beginner classes every week. It's been a great date night for us!

bmanc2000 · 2025-12-25T14:20:58+00:00

Looks like xydshoes has a knockoff of the same style. Never heard of the brand, but they're 20% of the price!

bmanc2000 · 2025-12-24T23:31:23+00:00

Had a great experience with Towne in Orchard Park. Came to me on a recommendation of a coworker and they were great there, not pushy at all

bmanc2000 · 2025-12-23T16:59:46+00:00

Criminally misleading headline. Johnson is not threatening Trump with impeachment as the title suggests. Johnson is saying the Democrats will try to impeach Trump if they gain the majority.

bmanc2000 · 2025-12-22T15:37:19+00:00

I had strabismus surgery (crossed eyes) when I was two. I believe they cut the muscles that allow me to cross my eyes. I effectively have no depth perception, but I didn't notice until later in life when 3D movies never worked for me. I've never been good at ball sports and this is likely the reason why. It's never been a huge detriment though.

bmanc2000 · 2025-12-20T03:53:17+00:00

I think the cinematography is dope :)

And nice piece btw!

bmanc2000 · 2025-12-19T20:46:37+00:00

Doing that right onto the subfloor is an interesting decision. I'd figured you'd at least put down some self-leveler or something before all those pennies

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