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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 14h

“It has nothing to do with the idea of us becoming dogs, and everything to do with the fact of us being girls.” More men should go and read The Hounding. Stop being a dumb guy and just let girls be girls. Or dogs. Whatever they wanna do.

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Really enjoyed Doctorow’s explanation of AI, the ways it is affecting our world, how & why we should or shouldn’t use it, and where that industry is going. Its not all bad, there’s just a lot of bad involved. IMO a perfect follow up to the more specific point of view with Empire of AI.

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Empire of AI by @karenhao.bsky.social is one of the most important books I’ve read! I think it’s vital for everyone to understand why these companies are so harmful, and how they are using bullshit claims to just get more power. Gunna start being real annoying, telling everyone to read this!

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Wrapped up The Buffalo Hunter Hunter this morning. I was sold by the small buffaloes on the sides, and remained hooked by the bloody revenge story within. It reminded me of The Fisherman both in structure and how uneasy I felt reading through some sections. Big spooky month recommendation!

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

I could’ve kept reading Under the Dome even after the ~1000 pages, but it’s probably for the best to step away from some of these assholes for a while (got enough Big Jim Rennies to deal with in our own world). Knocked out two massive King novels this year and may try for a third (The Stand 👀).

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

I didn’t realize just how much of a “classic” The Honjin Murders was when I picked this book up the other day, but after reading through it and then looking into Yokomizo’s work, it seems I have a TON more Kindaichi tales to dive into. If you like a classic murder mystery, don’t pass this one up.

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

The almost stream of consciousness writing style immerses you into the mind of Tarare and the world around him, putting you in the center of his weird and sad tale. I wish I took less big breaks reading through this one because it always took me time to re-adjust how it read, but really enjoyed it!

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

No better way to end @marathonthegame.bungie.net Season 1 than to kill the Compiler in 9 seconds with the ENTIRE LOBBY. Insane.

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Knocked out Later by @stephenking.bsky.social in just a few days. Quick read but also couldn’t put it down! I read Joyland from his Hard Case Crime novels a couple years ago, and now recommend both of these! On to more King? Been eyeing Under the Dome and Dark Tower every time I’m at the book store.

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

The Devils was quite a violent, funny, bloody, messy romp that I only sorta enjoyed. I like the wild cast of characters, but felt that they didn’t get enough time actually doing things all together. I was hoping that’d change near the end, but I still remained bored as the story came to its climax.

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Eyes up 👀 think there was a team here in Pasadena! Been playing too much @marathonthegame.bungie.net 🤦‍♂️

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Trying to read more non-fiction this year, and like most of them, this one took me a while (& I read 2 other books during it). However, the topic of space settlement was incredibly fascinating, and A City on Mars was enlightening on why that is going to be very hard for humanity to do well!

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

Just absolutely blown away by 11/22/63 from @stephenking.bsky.social. It’s so good that I almost want to immediately reread all 800+ pages! Despite growing up in a household with a dedicated bookcase to King, I haven’t read very much of his work, and I think this book is going to change that.

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

A Short Stay in Hell felt like remembering a long dream (nightmare?) that feels like it’s just real life and you start to just exist in that world now. While dreaming it, it feels close enough to reality to believe it but then you notice something way off, and wake up. Or do you? Anyway, read this!

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

Birds in Big Bear (& one hiding in the zoo). Just look at that little hop! Day late from posting on IG, possibly out of order(?), and one less photo, but trying to keep IG & bsky 1:1. #canonr8 #birds #bigbear

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

Holy hell. Imperfect Creatures by Joe Butler (@writelikeashark.bsky.social) is truly incredible. Couldn’t put this thing down over this last week or so. What a fucking trip. Time to go replay a Remedy game. Shout out to @lucyjames.games for killing it with the book reccs on FPS

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

Next up was the start to another series from @richardosman1.bsky.social called We Solve Murders. Got hooked by the thrilling mystery and amazing cast of characters, and couldn’t put it down! Can’t wait to catch up on Thursday Murder Club and whatever comes next from this one!

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

First book of 2026 was Clear by Carys Davies, a lil tale that takes place during the Scottish Clearances. It was a quick read, but I really enjoyed my time getting to know these characters, seeing their unexpected story unfold, and learning more about this period of history.

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

Wanted to start a book thread to keep myself accountable over the course of 2026, so I figured I would start it with what I read 2025! Read a lot of genres I don’t normally check out, so hoping to do more of that this year. Keeping this thread up to date as I go!

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

Outside the National Gallery of Art (East Building) #canon #canonr8 #washingtondc

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

Looking up in D.C. #canon #canonr8 #washingtondc Note: posted these on Instagram (@samuelcware) and would like to start sharing photos here as well, so will try to post in both places moving forward.

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

it was comical to see this many Zillow emails come in at one time AND they are also all out of our price range 🤦‍♂️

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

What a video game - so full of fun challenge, beautiful visuals & music, and some of the weirdest lil guys. Well done @teamcherry.bsky.social. Time to uncover the rest of it... #Silksong

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

Well this should help pass the time on the 4 hour flight home #silksong

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 11/07/2025

Imagine complaining about getting more of this! Anyways, finally jumping into the Iki Island expansion ahead of #GhostofYotei. Such a pretty game to play around in.

Screenshot from the Ghost of Tsushima expansion "Iki Island"

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

the snaime snail is on the move! gliding along some basic random forest floors for now #pico8 #gamedev

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 15/06/2025

Everybody loves a public shaming of the big orange baby man - #NoKings in Pasadena, CA

Protestors shaming a paper mache Trump at the No Kings protest in Pasadena CA.

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

The best part of having "testing" as the kind of work you are open to on LinkedIn is you get every company's test job listings. But hey, maybe a transition to the condiment industry is what I need 🤷‍♂️

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 03/01/2025

First book of the year completed: a reread of Annihilation. Loved this book/series the first time around, but realize now that I just didn't remember many details from when I read it years ago. Glad I experienced it again. Looking forward to the rest of the series before getting to Absolution.

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 02/01/2025

The most Video Game piece of dialogue I've seen in a while.

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 29/12/2024

Finished! I wish I could read such in-depth storytelling & reporting about SO many more studios & publishers. It both motivates and terrifies me to continue on in this industry. Great work @jasonschreier.bsky.social, thank you.

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 23/12/2024

Pretty surprised I spent this much time in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, but very glad it got its hooks in me. Really enjoyed exploring this world and finding every little secret it had to offer.

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samuelcware @samuelcware.bsky.social · 16/12/2024

The days of lugging my Xbox to my parents house are over. Being able to show the game we made to my family this easily is pretty special. Thanks @xbox.com