Allen Schatz's Blog

If you are from Philadelphia, or follow hockey (or sports in general), you know there was another set of great moments in Philly Fandom last night before and during the Flyers-Capitals Game 3 — where “great” means “what is wrong … Continue reading

From the moment we are created, we are obsolete. It is the one true cold harsh reality of human existence. Everything else is optional. Butit is in those options where we define who we are.The choices we make paint a … Continue reading →

I’ve been thinking about my mortality more often lately. I’m not sure what inspired that reflection. Probably something to do with my job or that I’m not really doing what I want to be doing. Or maybe it is just … Continue reading →

The Philadelphia Phillies finally made a big splash this off-season. No, not the one we all wanted. The one THEY wanted. The long-awaited mega TV deal has been signed. From Maureen Quilter, Comcast’s senior director of communications: “We’re pleased to … Continue reading →

Is there any profession that has less loyalty than college football coaching? Seriously. These guys change partners more often than an ex-con at a swingers’ party. The latest to take what’s behind door number 2 is (former) Penn State coach, … Continue reading →

Did you ever want to see your name in lights? Or at least in the light of an e-reader? Well, now’s your chance!I’m starting work on my next novel and you can be a part of it! Creating character names … Continue reading →

I haven’t written anything new in forever. OK, it hasn’t been forever. It only feels that way. I’m not sure why I have (or haven’t?) done this. I certainly think about writing every day. I just got lost for a … Continue reading →

And so, after eighteen years, it’s more than time to go home. This part of my life’s journey is over. The weird thing is, I can’t decide if I’m happy or sad. I suppose it’s some of both. One … Continue reading →

Did you know that March 3 to March 9 is Read an E-book Week? Well, it is. So now you know. But simply knowing doesn’t begin to cover it. You need to act… and that’s where I and thousands of … Continue reading →

I, like many, find myself visibly shaken today. The events in Connecticut are beyond horrific. As a parent (albeit of now grown children), I can’t begin to imagine what some there are feeling. I can barely describe how I feel. … Continue reading →