Eric Lorenz
@ericlorenz.bsky.social
Always writing, occasionally published. Former journalist. Forever an editor. Deadpoolio's handler at @brightsidesun.bsky.social. INTJ
A mini #BookReview of A Country Doctor's Notebook by Mikhail Bulgakov.
⭐⭐⭐.5
Filled with fascinating & hilarious medical vignettes from a newly-graduated doc assigned to a rural Russian town ≈ the Russian Revolution. Excels when capturing the universal doubt of fresh-faced professionals. #BookSky
⭐⭐⭐.5
Filled with fascinating & hilarious medical vignettes from a newly-graduated doc assigned to a rural Russian town ≈ the Russian Revolution. Excels when capturing the universal doubt of fresh-faced professionals. #BookSky
December 4, 2025 at 6:09 PM
A mini #BookReview of A Country Doctor's Notebook by Mikhail Bulgakov.
⭐⭐⭐.5
Filled with fascinating & hilarious medical vignettes from a newly-graduated doc assigned to a rural Russian town ≈ the Russian Revolution. Excels when capturing the universal doubt of fresh-faced professionals. #BookSky
⭐⭐⭐.5
Filled with fascinating & hilarious medical vignettes from a newly-graduated doc assigned to a rural Russian town ≈ the Russian Revolution. Excels when capturing the universal doubt of fresh-faced professionals. #BookSky
December 2, 2025 at 2:23 AM
I read the press release on the Phoenix Mercury rebrand. I see what they were going for. Still not a fan. All I'm seeing is a simplified color palette that is easier to slap on merch.
And if you think I'm trading in my old Taurasi jersey for *this* logo...nope!
mercury.wnba.com/news/phoenix...
And if you think I'm trading in my old Taurasi jersey for *this* logo...nope!
mercury.wnba.com/news/phoenix...
November 24, 2025 at 7:00 PM
I read the press release on the Phoenix Mercury rebrand. I see what they were going for. Still not a fan. All I'm seeing is a simplified color palette that is easier to slap on merch.
And if you think I'm trading in my old Taurasi jersey for *this* logo...nope!
mercury.wnba.com/news/phoenix...
And if you think I'm trading in my old Taurasi jersey for *this* logo...nope!
mercury.wnba.com/news/phoenix...
As someone who appreciates a good title, I'm here to say "Nighthawks" is a fantastic title.
November 17, 2025 at 6:52 PM
As someone who appreciates a good title, I'm here to say "Nighthawks" is a fantastic title.
So many options, but anyone who used to watch Channel 3 (3TV) news in Arizona in the 90s/00s will remember this.
November 8, 2025 at 9:02 PM
So many options, but anyone who used to watch Channel 3 (3TV) news in Arizona in the 90s/00s will remember this.
Mini #BookReview of Strange Planet by @nathanwpyle.bsky.social.
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Amusing book of cartoon strips pokes fun at mankind's habitual absurdity. Perfect for those who've wished to harm the melody machine first thing in the morning or whose preferred orb catching group has disappointed them. #BookSky
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Amusing book of cartoon strips pokes fun at mankind's habitual absurdity. Perfect for those who've wished to harm the melody machine first thing in the morning or whose preferred orb catching group has disappointed them. #BookSky
October 20, 2025 at 8:53 PM
Mini #BookReview of Strange Planet by @nathanwpyle.bsky.social.
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Amusing book of cartoon strips pokes fun at mankind's habitual absurdity. Perfect for those who've wished to harm the melody machine first thing in the morning or whose preferred orb catching group has disappointed them. #BookSky
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Amusing book of cartoon strips pokes fun at mankind's habitual absurdity. Perfect for those who've wished to harm the melody machine first thing in the morning or whose preferred orb catching group has disappointed them. #BookSky
Mini #BookReview for End of Watch by @stephenking.bsky.social.
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Marvelous end to the Bill Hodges trilogy. Less twisty and a little more predictable than Mr. Mercedes, but this thriller packs the most emotional heft of the 3 books. Explores themes of suicide, cancer, revenge and grief. #BookSky
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Marvelous end to the Bill Hodges trilogy. Less twisty and a little more predictable than Mr. Mercedes, but this thriller packs the most emotional heft of the 3 books. Explores themes of suicide, cancer, revenge and grief. #BookSky
October 17, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Mini #BookReview for End of Watch by @stephenking.bsky.social.
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Marvelous end to the Bill Hodges trilogy. Less twisty and a little more predictable than Mr. Mercedes, but this thriller packs the most emotional heft of the 3 books. Explores themes of suicide, cancer, revenge and grief. #BookSky
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Marvelous end to the Bill Hodges trilogy. Less twisty and a little more predictable than Mr. Mercedes, but this thriller packs the most emotional heft of the 3 books. Explores themes of suicide, cancer, revenge and grief. #BookSky
A mini #BookReview of Finders Keepers by @stephenking.bsky.social.
⭐⭐.5
The second in the Bill Hodges trilogy exists to bridge Mr. Mercedes & End of Watch. Serviceable but uneven with predictable story beats. Temper expectations. The KITCHEN SUPPLIES teasers were legit funny, tho! #Booksky
⭐⭐.5
The second in the Bill Hodges trilogy exists to bridge Mr. Mercedes & End of Watch. Serviceable but uneven with predictable story beats. Temper expectations. The KITCHEN SUPPLIES teasers were legit funny, tho! #Booksky
October 1, 2025 at 10:22 PM
A mini #BookReview of Finders Keepers by @stephenking.bsky.social.
⭐⭐.5
The second in the Bill Hodges trilogy exists to bridge Mr. Mercedes & End of Watch. Serviceable but uneven with predictable story beats. Temper expectations. The KITCHEN SUPPLIES teasers were legit funny, tho! #Booksky
⭐⭐.5
The second in the Bill Hodges trilogy exists to bridge Mr. Mercedes & End of Watch. Serviceable but uneven with predictable story beats. Temper expectations. The KITCHEN SUPPLIES teasers were legit funny, tho! #Booksky
A mini #BookReview of Illusions by Richard Bach.
(⭐⭐⭐)
Light on plot but punches above its weight philosophically. Agree with it or not (you’ll likely do both), this book needs readers with views not ossified by time or habit & strives for readers to consider the world from a new angle. #BookSky
(⭐⭐⭐)
Light on plot but punches above its weight philosophically. Agree with it or not (you’ll likely do both), this book needs readers with views not ossified by time or habit & strives for readers to consider the world from a new angle. #BookSky
September 21, 2025 at 4:12 PM
A mini #BookReview of Illusions by Richard Bach.
(⭐⭐⭐)
Light on plot but punches above its weight philosophically. Agree with it or not (you’ll likely do both), this book needs readers with views not ossified by time or habit & strives for readers to consider the world from a new angle. #BookSky
(⭐⭐⭐)
Light on plot but punches above its weight philosophically. Agree with it or not (you’ll likely do both), this book needs readers with views not ossified by time or habit & strives for readers to consider the world from a new angle. #BookSky
August 20, 2025 at 9:22 PM
A mini #BookReview of Mr. Mercedes by @stephenking.bsky.social.
(⭐⭐⭐⭐)
Cat-and-mouse game played nearly flawlessly. Predictable in places, but the writing kept the pages turning. You'll think twice before making snap judgments — of things and especially of people — again. #booksky
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Cat-and-mouse game played nearly flawlessly. Predictable in places, but the writing kept the pages turning. You'll think twice before making snap judgments — of things and especially of people — again. #booksky
August 15, 2025 at 2:42 AM
A mini #BookReview of Mr. Mercedes by @stephenking.bsky.social.
(⭐⭐⭐⭐)
Cat-and-mouse game played nearly flawlessly. Predictable in places, but the writing kept the pages turning. You'll think twice before making snap judgments — of things and especially of people — again. #booksky
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Cat-and-mouse game played nearly flawlessly. Predictable in places, but the writing kept the pages turning. You'll think twice before making snap judgments — of things and especially of people — again. #booksky
A mini #BookReview of Fish Swimming in Dappled Sunlight by Riku Onda.
(⭐⭐⭐)
Twisty tale of a star-crossed relationship. A solid mystery that bows under its own weight late, with once-vital elements suddenly rendered weightless. Still, the character interplay makes it worth a read. #booksky
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Twisty tale of a star-crossed relationship. A solid mystery that bows under its own weight late, with once-vital elements suddenly rendered weightless. Still, the character interplay makes it worth a read. #booksky
August 13, 2025 at 12:47 AM
A mini #BookReview of Fish Swimming in Dappled Sunlight by Riku Onda.
(⭐⭐⭐)
Twisty tale of a star-crossed relationship. A solid mystery that bows under its own weight late, with once-vital elements suddenly rendered weightless. Still, the character interplay makes it worth a read. #booksky
(⭐⭐⭐)
Twisty tale of a star-crossed relationship. A solid mystery that bows under its own weight late, with once-vital elements suddenly rendered weightless. Still, the character interplay makes it worth a read. #booksky
Recent Phoenix summers...
2020: Most 100 degree days (145)
2023: Most consecutive 110 degree days (31)
2024: Most consecutive 100 degree days (113), Most 110 degree days (70), latest 110 degree day (Oct. 7)
2025: Hottest August day in Phoenix's recorded history (118)
Anyone noticing a trend?
2020: Most 100 degree days (145)
2023: Most consecutive 110 degree days (31)
2024: Most consecutive 100 degree days (113), Most 110 degree days (70), latest 110 degree day (Oct. 7)
2025: Hottest August day in Phoenix's recorded history (118)
Anyone noticing a trend?
August 7, 2025 at 11:49 PM
Recent Phoenix summers...
2020: Most 100 degree days (145)
2023: Most consecutive 110 degree days (31)
2024: Most consecutive 100 degree days (113), Most 110 degree days (70), latest 110 degree day (Oct. 7)
2025: Hottest August day in Phoenix's recorded history (118)
Anyone noticing a trend?
2020: Most 100 degree days (145)
2023: Most consecutive 110 degree days (31)
2024: Most consecutive 100 degree days (113), Most 110 degree days (70), latest 110 degree day (Oct. 7)
2025: Hottest August day in Phoenix's recorded history (118)
Anyone noticing a trend?
Sometimes I spend my writing time anticipating getting interrupted. That way I'm ready for it.
August 7, 2025 at 12:45 AM
Sometimes I spend my writing time anticipating getting interrupted. That way I'm ready for it.
I grew up on these streets.
August 4, 2025 at 3:52 AM
I grew up on these streets.
Couldn't find one for the current project, but here's one for the previous one. 🤣 #WritingCommunity
July 16, 2025 at 3:46 AM
Couldn't find one for the current project, but here's one for the previous one. 🤣 #WritingCommunity
Here's another mini #BookReview. Just After Sunset by @stephenking.bsky.social, a collection of 13 short stories.
(⭐⭐⭐)
My favorite was "N.", which is a mind-bending look at OCD. Also notable: "The New York Times at Special Bargain Rates", "Willa", "The Gingerbread Girl", & "A Very Tight Place".
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My favorite was "N.", which is a mind-bending look at OCD. Also notable: "The New York Times at Special Bargain Rates", "Willa", "The Gingerbread Girl", & "A Very Tight Place".
July 5, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Here's another mini #BookReview. Just After Sunset by @stephenking.bsky.social, a collection of 13 short stories.
(⭐⭐⭐)
My favorite was "N.", which is a mind-bending look at OCD. Also notable: "The New York Times at Special Bargain Rates", "Willa", "The Gingerbread Girl", & "A Very Tight Place".
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My favorite was "N.", which is a mind-bending look at OCD. Also notable: "The New York Times at Special Bargain Rates", "Willa", "The Gingerbread Girl", & "A Very Tight Place".
Holy crap! That's incredible, Lumi!
June 23, 2025 at 9:52 PM
Holy crap! That's incredible, Lumi!