Cinefex 150 – Arrival and Allied

Looking for an extra stocking filler this Christmas? Then try the latest issue of Cinefex. It’s packed with meaty behind-the-scenes articles on four of this season’s biggest movies – Doctor Strange, Arrival, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, and Allied. As soon as Arrival landed on my assignment list for this issue, I went … Continue reading Cinefex 150 – Arrival and Allied

Cinefex 149 – Chariots and Spaceships

It’s in a mild state of dizziness that I’m announcing the publication of Cinefex 149, the latest edition of the world’s leading visual effects magazine. Why so dizzy? Because not only have I just submitted my two articles for the following issue 150, but I’m about to launch into wall-to-wall interviews for issue 151! Issue … Continue reading Cinefex 149 – Chariots and Spaceships

“The Lost Realm” – Review Roundup

The reviews are stacking up on Goodreads for The Lost Realm, the sequel to Crown of Three, my fantasy novel for middle grade readers. In fact, the book has a 4.4 out of 5 stars rating on the popular bibliophile's website. Here's what a couple of readers have to say: Somewhat darker than the first, but an excellent read. … Continue reading “The Lost Realm” – Review Roundup

Amazing Stories Reviews “Dragoncharm”

Amazing Stories has posted a review of my novel Dragoncharm, recently reissued as a special edition ebook. In addition to sharing some insightful thoughts on the challenges of writing from the point of view of non-human characters, reviewer Ira Nayman also has some nice things to say about the book: Edwards’ masterstroke is showing how both sides succumb … Continue reading Amazing Stories Reviews “Dragoncharm”

Warp Speed and “Warcraft” in Cinefex

Cinefex 148 has hit newsstands at warp speed, with four big articles on four big movies: Star Trek Beyond, Warcraft, Independence Day: Resurgence and The Legend of Tarzan. With two stories on my plate for this issue, I started out by tackling Warcraft. I started work at the beginning of April 2016, figuring that since the film more or less wrapped … Continue reading Warp Speed and “Warcraft” in Cinefex

“X-Men: Apocalypse” in Cinefex

The new edition of Cinefex is out, and with June in full swing it's no surprise that this one's full of big summer movies. Dominating the cover, and roaring through the pages of Joe's story on The Jungle Book, is that ferocious feline Shere Khan. Joe also covered Alice Through the Looking Glass, while Jody went into battle with Captain … Continue reading “X-Men: Apocalypse” in Cinefex

“Perilous Crossing”

Typical, isn't it? You trek through an alien wilderness for untold weeks, take a rest stop at an ancient waystation on the brink of a fathomless canyon, restock your rickety wagon with supplies and an unusually large number of oversized firebrands, feed up the strong yet grumpy ultra-oxen ready for the next leg of your endless journey, then … Continue reading “Perilous Crossing”

“Dragoncharm” – Special Edition of the Epic Fantasy Novel Now Available

Twenty-one years after its first publication in 1995, my first novel, Dragoncharm, is now available as a brand new special edition. Hot damn! Why a special edition? Well, in preparing Dragoncharm for republication, I’ve taken the opportunity to revise the text. If you’re new to the story, you won’t care about that. You’ll just want … Continue reading “Dragoncharm” – Special Edition of the Epic Fantasy Novel Now Available

“What’s in the Temple?”

There's something in the temple, that's for sure. Don't ask me what. I only drew the outside.

Cinefex Takes On “Deadpool”

It's always a thrill when the comp copies arrive. I'm particularly proud to have my name attached to the Deadpool article in the April 2016 edition of Cinefex. Writing these long, in-depth articles is a little like climbing a mountain.It's challenging, thrilling, exhausting, and always rewarded by a spectacular view when you reach the summit. In this case, … Continue reading Cinefex Takes On “Deadpool”