Writing Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror in Austin

How local authors who work beyond the world we know meet, connect, and launch themselves into the business

"..."When I moved to Austin in 1998," says Christopher Brown, who presents his dystopian..."

July 14, 2017 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Take Two Aspirin and Ping Me in the Morning

Heath care: an oral future

"...Translating a message that might save mankind, John Nosta sounds..."

March 8, 2013 Screens Feature by Shawn Badgley

Rube Goldberg Spins in Grave, Invents Coolest Coffin Ever

Notes on Rube Goldberg and "The Collector"

"...Let's get one thing straight: We love, love, love Rube Goldberg. The Pulitzer..."

July 23, 2009 Screens Post by Marc Savlov

In Memoriam

The Austin State Hospital Cemetery is the long final home for thousands

"...A motorist barreling east on North Loop is unlikely to notice more..."

May 27, 2005 News Feature by Cheryl Smith

Texas Titles in Toto

"...these two lists below. Texas Towns & Places"Abilene," Dave Alvin..."

Nov. 28, 2003 Music Feature

Poetry in Emotion

Katherine Catmull never intended to pursue a career in acting. In fact, she seriously avoided it for as long as she could, choosing instead to earn her degree in English literature. Why is revealed in this profile of one of Austin's most sophisticated and literate performers.

"...It was a haunting image: a woman in an enormous white bed, in..."

Oct. 6, 2000 Arts Feature by Robi Polgar

At Large in the Hills

Ray Wylie Hubbard's Dangerous Spirits

"...Hubbard's favorite words. It captures the many shadowy and sometimes shadowless figures that line his songs -- hobos, preachers,..."

Aug. 29, 1997 Music Feature

311 Story in Error

"..."...The 311 club, which the Austin Police department says may have a lax door policy..."

Oct. 25, 1996 Column

Vaquero Taquero Opens Second Location in Downtown Austin

Saturday grand opening promises music and carne asada

"...Beginning in 2016 with a push-cart selling tacos outside the..."

Sept. 16, 2021 Food Post by Rachel Rascoe

Austin at Large: The Most Serious Time of the Year

Somewhere along the way, we learned that in political matters, people trust us

"...At least we've finally gotten a taste of autumn weather as we catch..."

Oct. 21, 2022 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

The Time Machine: Top Hits of Every Decade for a Century

Montopolis goes multimedia and transtemporal in live concert

"...In your ears: Top music hits from every decade –..."

Jan. 11, 2017 Arts Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Food & Wine Magazine Names Finalists in Best Pastry Chef Poll

Four Austin pastry chefs represent Central Region

"...Naming the best new chefs around the country has been..."

April 2, 2013 Food Post by Virginia B. Wood

Outfest 2010: Adventures in Swag

Blatant bagism

"...If there’s anything that can make you feel more like Jethrine Bodine..."

July 17, 2010 Screens Post by Cindy Widner

The Relationtrip Is Weird in All the Right Places

High-speed romance kicks love into overdrive

"...one side, jelly on the other. Smoosh them together. Instant classic. Unless it's too goopy and it oozes outside..."

March 10, 2017 Screens Feature by Jessi Cape

Texas State’s History in the Making

Fill Bobcat stadium and get the bowl game – starting Saturday

"...The big prize has Texas State salivating. There have been wins this season – six in..."

Nov. 22, 2013 Sports Post by Joe O'Connell

It's 5 O'Clock Somewhere*

Celebrating the premiere of 'Hey Bartender' in style

"...Last night in the Rainey Street District, one bar was looking just..."

March 10, 2013 SXSW Post by Monica Riese

Herzog's Veracity in 'Rescue Dawn'?

"...four-star recommendation for Werner Herzog's film Rescue Dawn [Film Listings, July 27] and saw the movie this weekend. I..."

Aug. 6, 2007 Postmarks

Mistakes in the Land of Lakes: Austin FC Doomed by Sloppy Play

Driussi scores lone goal to lead league in season tally

"...Austin FC suffered its sixth loss of the 2022 season..."

Aug. 21, 2022 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

Checking In: The Saving Graces of Sarah Jarosz

Texan roots muse sings of Cedar trees, Bay towns, wilderness

"...World on the Ground, fifth LP and first since 2016 by Sarah Jarosz, opens “a long, long time..."

June 24, 2020 Music Post by Raoul Hernandez

Checking In: Rosie Flores Restarts Her Book

Request Austin’s rockabilly royalty on Sirius today!

"...years has been replaced with a seasoned soulfulness only time can provide,” wrote KUTX deejay Jay Trachtenberg about Rosie..."

June 16, 2020 Music Post by Raoul Hernandez

Now Streaming in Austin: Song to Song

Terrence Malick’s bonkers take on being an Austin musician

"...Welcome to Now Streaming in Austin, highlighting locally made titles to watch while..."

May 17, 2020 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Checking In: Ray Wylie Hubbard Heard You Shout Freebird

Wimberley bard misses his band and maybe even that heckler

"...my house. Past Ray Wylie Hubbard & the Cowboy Twinkies and “Redneck Mother,” the Oklahoma-born bard isn’t strictly C&W,..."

April 12, 2020 Music Post by Raoul Hernandez

We Have an Issue: The Measure of Time

In this week’s issue, we’re looking back to the beginnings of Austin Studios, assessing C3 founder Charlie Jones’ mid-career move, and crossing – finally! – Super Tuesday’s finish line

"...The magic of moviemaking is that the seams are invisible. If the filmmakers..."

Feb. 28, 2020 Column by Kimberley Jones

Traveling Through Time at the Speed of Life

Director Liz Manashil on a romance across time ... and Bowie

"...Have you ever had the sneaking suspicion that the universe has been broken ever since..."

Aug. 28, 2019 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Kambui Olujimi Speaks Art to Power in "Zulu Time"

This Brooklyn artist’s solo exhibition at the Blanton shows how those in power make sure the world runs on their watch

"...An imposing collection of large-format photographs greets you when entering "Kambui..."

March 15, 2019 Arts Feature by Barbara Purcell

The Time I Ruined a Marriage Proposal

Walker Lukens turns my misdeed into a Song Confessional

"...would you like to confess?” asked a voice from behind a thin wooden door as I sit in the..."

Aug. 13, 2018 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Eight Swanky Hotel Pools in Austin That Are Open to the Public

Barton Springs not posh enough? We have some options for you.

"...Looking to experience a bourgeoisie summer on a proletariat budget..."

April 4, 2018 Events Post by Mae Hamilton

SXSW Documentary Gives Migrants in Austin a New Voice

Learning to listen with They Live Here, Now

"...As They Live Here, Now begins, one of the residents of Casa Marianella sits at..."

March 9, 2018 Screens Feature by Nina Hernandez

Growing Up in the Restaurant Business

When comfort food is a place instead of a dish

"...One of my fondest memories growing up was sitting on the bar of my dad’s..."

May 8, 2017 Food Post by Sierra Diaz

Ten Thousand Beautiful Bugs in Your Eyes

New UT entomology project provides stunning public domain images

"...We know, we know: Seems like everything’s for sale nowadays, everything’s got a goddamn price on..."

Feb. 8, 2017 Arts Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

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