(Upcoming appearances: October 24, 7–9, All-Hallows Emo Night, Badsons Beer Co., 251 Roosevelt Dr., Derby CT (tickets here) | November 15, 11–2, Hagemann Memorial Author Showcase, East Haven Senior Center, 91 Taylor Avenue, East Haven, CT)

I also wrote a book for perverts

Back in the ’80s, Piers Anthony was a juggernaut of the SF section. His impressive back catalog and daunting new-release schedule guaranteed him a full shelf or two at your local B. Dalton. A coupl...