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I grew up in a family of readers. Sunday was the best day of the week because we went to the library. My parents would head upstairs to the main library, and I'd head downstairs to lose myself in the children's library. The day I got to join them in the main library was a great day.

I got a love of science fiction from my father and a love of mysteries from my mother. I read widely -- fiction, nonfiction, history, poetry, philosophy... Reading is one of the joys of my life.

I've lived on both coasts and in Europe. I've been a printer, baker, teacher, editor, bike mechanic, and bookseller, but "writer" is the best job in the world.

I live and work in Portland, Oregon with my wife. I enjoy writing science fiction and fantasy. I'm particularly i
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Beth Lyons I try to be gentle with myself -- there are always things to do related to writing. If I'm not feeling especially creative then I can edit, or if I'm …moreI try to be gentle with myself -- there are always things to do related to writing. If I'm not feeling especially creative then I can edit, or if I'm bored with editing, I could try a flash fiction or Reddit writing prompt -- something quick and non-committal. And worst case, I stop pushing and pick up a book or comic. Nothing wrong with a small break from writing.(less)
Beth Lyons I love telling stories, and I love finding ways to expand a theme or idea in a way that's entertaining. In a small way "The Soul Thief" is a bit of a …moreI love telling stories, and I love finding ways to expand a theme or idea in a way that's entertaining. In a small way "The Soul Thief" is a bit of a self help book -- Teaka's journey is partially a quest to love herself. (less)
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Late Night at Lund's

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To Lili, with Love

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The Earth Hypothesis: Part 1

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