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Glen Robinson

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I'm a California native who grew up in San Jose when it was the Prune Capital of the World. Since the 70s, my wife and I have lived in northern California, Illinois, San Diego, northern California, Idaho (where I was a book and magazine editor) and most recently, north Texas. I earned my PhD in 2004 and taught communication classes at Southwestern Adventist University. I retired in summer, 2021, but keep my finger in the classroom by teaching an occasional writing class.

I'm a husband of a loving wife for 46 years, have two grown children, and two grandsons. I love kayaking, reading, writing, computer games, home repairs and dogs.

I've written 24 books, 200 articles and stories, and still consider myself a student of the craft with much to le
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Glen Robinson I try to determine what the problem is, and fix it. If it's other responsibilities getting in the way, I take care of them. If it is distractions, I m…moreI try to determine what the problem is, and fix it. If it's other responsibilities getting in the way, I take care of them. If it is distractions, I move to another location to write. If is not being inspired, I read a book, watch a movie or, better yet, bull ahead even though what I write may not be inspired. Most times I go back and read it and it's no better or worse than the stuff I write when I think I'm inspired.(less)
Glen Robinson The best thing is when people stop me, especially kids, and tell me that my book had an impact on them. Fame is relative, money comes and goes, but wh…moreThe best thing is when people stop me, especially kids, and tell me that my book had an impact on them. Fame is relative, money comes and goes, but what matters is being able to help people in some way. That's a reward.(less)
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Review: “The Black Company” by Glen Cook

The Black Company by Glen Cook. Tor Essentials. 274 pages. I first came upon this book when I was looking for the sequel to The Last Watch by J.S. Dewes. As I have mentioned many times here before, I loves me some military science fiction. And the review on Amazon said, well if you like … More Review: “The Black Company” by Glen Cook Read more of this blog post »
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I first came upon this book when I was looking for the sequel to The Last Watch by J.S. Dewes. And the review on Amazon said, well if you like The Last Watch, you’ll love The Black Company. That being said, I have mixed feelings about this book.

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A lot of times when I have picked up a science fiction novel, I find that it excels in one or two areas, such as story or characterization, but lacks in something else, such as science. I was pleased to find that this new author, which I have never r ...more
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Joe Pickett is the story of a modern-day game warden who lives with his pregnant wife and two daughters in Wyoming. He is hired into what he considers his dream job, even though he lives in a home that isn’t his, and his entire annual income is $26,0 ...more
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Great follow-up to "1919". Looking forward to the third book in the series. Easy to read, easy to understand, and helps make sense of some historical issues that have a profound and long lasting effect on Adventists today. ...more
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Dr. Campbell does a great job of showing the influence of world events as well as what is going on in other churches and church movements in regards to the Seventh-day Adventist Church. This book is a must-buy for anyone interested in either Seventh- ...more
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Dr. Campbell does a great job of showing the influence of world events as well as what is going on in other churches and church movements in regards to the Seventh-day Adventist Church. This book is a must-buy for anyone interested in either Seventh- ...more
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Like most historical books, it has its good points and its bad points. Larson get caught up in a lot of the details of that year, especially describing what Churchill and his family were like. The references to Winston Churchill were interesting, but ...more
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“Time is relative, Einstein tells us. It’s an artificial construct that we have created to remind us that we are finite, mortal. The universe doesn’t wear a wristwatch. And thankfully, I decided to stop wearing one the day I found out I had terminal cancer." --My Own Personal Singularity”
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“Barefoot, exhausted and bloody, Harris Borden turned and left the underground prison that had been his home for the past twelve years and walked out into the Nevada desert.”
Glen Robinson, Elijah

“Then it’s decided. In the end, we are just as mortal as man. But while God will save a few, we will corrupt and destroy the rest of them. That is the best way to hurt Him. While many worship what you represent, most will come to believe that the existence of God is a myth.”
The woman spoke up. “But if they think He is a myth, won’t they think that you don’t exist either?”
The Chairman smiled broadly this time.
“Exactly.”
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“Time is relative, Einstein tells us. It’s an artificial construct that we have created to remind us that we are finite, mortal. The universe doesn’t wear a wristwatch. And thankfully, I decided to stop wearing one the day I found out I had terminal cancer." --My Own Personal Singularity”
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“Then it’s decided. In the end, we are just as mortal as man. But while God will save a few, we will corrupt and destroy the rest of them. That is the best way to hurt Him. While many worship what you represent, most will come to believe that the existence of God is a myth.”
The woman spoke up. “But if they think He is a myth, won’t they think that you don’t exist either?”
The Chairman smiled broadly this time.
“Exactly.”
Glen Robinson, The Champion

“Barefoot, exhausted and bloody, Harris Borden turned and left the underground prison that had been his home for the past twelve years and walked out into the Nevada desert.”
Glen Robinson, Elijah

“Halloo down there,” the voice said. Ziba saw a burly soldier in armor standing at the edge of the cliff. “Are you Israelites?”
“We are,” Jonathan said.
“We thought all of the Israelites were still hiding in the caves.” Ziba heard others laughing and could tell that they had been drinking. “We have plenty of wine here if you want to come join us. We even have some of your countrymen who are now in our army.”
“If we come up there, it will be only to fight and kill you,” Jonathan said.
The Philistine laughed. “Well, then, come on up. It’s plenty boring up here. Maybe you can liven things up, small as you are.”
Jonathan looked at Ziba, who then nodded.
“We’ll be right up,” Jonathan shouted back.”
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message 2: by Dale

Dale Thele Glen, thanx for accepting my friend request :)


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Hello Glen,

It's such a pleasure having you as a friend. Thank you and best wishes!

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