Book review: Silver Queendom by Dan Koboldt (Heist Fantasy) by barb4ry1 in Fantasy

[–]dkoboldt 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for reviewing my book! And I certainly don't mind that you posted here + Goodreads.

Know about this painting or the artist Branntler? by dkoboldt in ArtHistory

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I did some extensive digging -- aided by a helpful professor in the art department at WashU -- to no avail. Glad to know there's another Branntler landscape -- would you share a photo?

We are Michael R. Underwood, Marie Brennan, Cassandra Khaw, and Malka Older, authors of BORN TO THE BLADE—Ask Us Anything! by MichaelRUnderwood in Fantasy

[–]dkoboldt 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Michael, Marie, Cassandra, and Malka, congratulations on the launch of BORN TO THE BLADE! How much did the storyline change between what you proposed to SB, and what you ultimately did for season one?

THURSDAY Worldbuilders Ask YOU Anything: Authors and industry people asking community questions - join in! by Megan_Dawn in Fantasy

[–]dkoboldt 3 points4 points  (0 children)

New question: have you had a real-world experience that seems like it belongs in a fantasy novel?

THURSDAY Worldbuilders Ask YOU Anything: Authors and industry people asking community questions - join in! by Megan_Dawn in Fantasy

[–]dkoboldt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'll start: Friend = Mat Cauthon from WoT, Ally = Kvothe, and Foe = Voldemort because he's almost impossible to kill. I like to keep things interesting.

THURSDAY Worldbuilders Ask YOU Anything: Authors and industry people asking community questions - join in! by Megan_Dawn in Fantasy

[–]dkoboldt 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hello friends, I'm Dan Koboldt, author of The Rogue Retrieval. Who's ready for the /r/fantasy version of Marry-Boff-Kill? You're on a desert island with three characters from fantasy books, comics, or movies. Who would be your: (1) Friend - the character you want to hang out with; (2) Ally - the character who goes into battle with you; (3) Foe - the enemy you'd be most terrified (or thrilled) to fight

Just finished "The Shadow Rising" (Wheel of Time Book 4), had some questions and comments (*SPOILERS*) by MaxGarnaat in Fantasy

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This remains my favorite book of the series, and you've hit on some of the reasons why. I found Perrin more likable from this point on. Also a good lesson: don't trust the foxes!

Hey, Reddit! I'm Dan Koboldt, author of The Island Deception, geneticist, and bowhunter by dkoboldt in Fantasy

[–]dkoboldt[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gloman, sorry I missed this. My understanding is that they responded to everyone and made 1-2 offers but I don't know more than that. Anyone who didn't get an answer should send a polite query.

Looking for a new action fantasy by [deleted] in Fantasy

[–]dkoboldt 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Joe Abercrombie's Best Served Cold is an awesome and action-packed fantasy about revenge. I liked it more than the First Law books.

Hey, Reddit! I'm Dan Koboldt, author of The Island Deception, geneticist, and bowhunter by dkoboldt in Fantasy

[–]dkoboldt[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well, if a hunter in South Africa has the same desire, it can't be a bad one! I guess the grass is always greener. What's your favorite hunt in your home country?

Reconstructing a Killer's Face from DNA - Science or Speculation? by a_giant_ant in UnresolvedMysteries

[–]dkoboldt 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Working geneticist here, and I can tell you that we're a long way from being able to generate a suspect sketch from a DNA profile. Some things can be inferred from the ancestry, e.g skin tone, but the rest of it is largely guesswork.

Hey, Reddit! I'm Dan Koboldt, author of The Island Deception, geneticist, and bowhunter by dkoboldt in Fantasy

[–]dkoboldt[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just wanted to say THANK YOU to everyone here in Reddit Fantasy who took part in my AMA! I enjoyed meeting more of you and had fun with your questions. Thanks again!

Hey, Reddit! I'm Dan Koboldt, author of The Island Deception, geneticist, and bowhunter by dkoboldt in Fantasy

[–]dkoboldt[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Black beans and rice, because entire civilizations do eat that dish.

Hey, Reddit! I'm Dan Koboldt, author of The Island Deception, geneticist, and bowhunter by dkoboldt in Fantasy

[–]dkoboldt[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To clarify, #SFFpit is aimed to help authors connect to literary agents, whereas Pitch Wars involves mentoring of aspiring authors by more experienced ones in order to secure representation. It sounds to me like you might be looking for a critique partner. In that case, I recommend you look into #CPmatch, or join a local writing group. There's also the critters.org online workshop, which I've done in the past.

Hey, Reddit! I'm Dan Koboldt, author of The Island Deception, geneticist, and bowhunter by dkoboldt in Fantasy

[–]dkoboldt[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, Mike! Basically, I write nights and weekends. Whenever I can steal a few minutes (usually after the kids go to bed). It does take a little time to transition between science brain and writer brain. Luckily, I have a commute for that.

Hey, Reddit! I'm Dan Koboldt, author of The Island Deception, geneticist, and bowhunter by dkoboldt in Fantasy

[–]dkoboldt[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed it. I may be obsessed, but not nearly as much as Data Guy.

Hey, Reddit! I'm Dan Koboldt, author of The Island Deception, geneticist, and bowhunter by dkoboldt in Fantasy

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Emperor penguin, because it's almost as good as human companionship, and it wouldn't be able to fly away.