Happy to Be Here!

I'm a new member of Goodreads who joined in the hope of finding a community of like-minded people who still find time to enjoy a good book (and, candidly, in the hope of introducing them to my first novel, Aquarius Rising - In the Tears of God, a science fiction tale inspired by the potential dire consequences of climate change). So far, it's been a great experience. I found and joined a Goodreads group, The Green Group, that focuses on sustainable living and environmental issues, areas that are close to my own heart. I've already learned some fascinating things there and wanted to share one of them.

A new documentary was recently released (free on YouTube) by author and environmental activist Bill McKibben and his colleagues at 350.org. This roughly 45-minute film is eye-opening and well worth a watch:

Do the Math - The Movie

I believe this documentary should be a wake-up call for all of us who worry about what kind of world we will bequeath to future generations. It inspired me to join 350.org as well as put Mr. McKibben's The End of Nature on my personal to-read list. If you sometimes agonize over the possible implications of climate change but feel powerless to affect the trend, watch the video: it will empower you!

And I'd also recommend another book from my personal bookshelf: Our Angry Earth: A Ticking Ecological Bomb. I read this when it first came out in the early 1990's and remember it inspiring much angst but also great passion. I hope it does the same for you.

I'm a Goodreads newbie, but I'm really enjoying the chance to become an active part of this community. Thanks for welcoming me! And, if you're interested, feel free to check out my guest blog on author Tony-Paul de Vissage's web site discussing how climate change inspired my own writing efforts.